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The latest news from the natural and organic products industry.

New health store opens its doors in Dundalk

March saw the opening of a new Dundalk health shop, Height of Health, part of a family-run chain of stores in Ireland.

Sugar limits for nine food groups set by PHE

Public Health England (PHE) has challenged food and drink manufacturers to reduce sugar in their products by 5% this year and 20% by 2020.

Hodmedod boosts neglected barley variety

Hodmedod has introduced its British-grown Organic Naked Barley Flakes which can be used in porridge, muesli, breads, crumbles and flapjacks.

Unicorn co-operative makes final of BBC Food & Farming Awards

The Unicorn workers’ co-op in Manchester is among the three finalists in the Best Food Retailer category of the BBC’s national Food & Farming Awards.

FreeFrom Food Awards – full winners’ list announced

BFree has won the FreeFrom Food Oscar at the 2017 FreeFrom Food Awards

ASDA to use Vegan Trademark

ASDA is to put the Vegan Trademark on 16 of its own-brand products – becoming the first UK supermarket to use this trademark.

Natural Nutrients pops with protein

Durham-based Natural Nutrients has launched a low-sugar Protein Popcorn, with each 100g serving containing at least 13g of protein.

Organic bigger than ever at Natural & Organic Products Europe 2017

The continuing strong growth of the organic sector confirmed by this year’s Soil Association Market Report is reflected at this year’s Natural & Organic Products Europe trade show, which is on track to feature a record number of certified organic products when it opens this weekend on Sunday 2 April, at London ExCeL.

Experts explain micronutrients’ role in slowing mental decline

Prominent experts in nutrition and cognitive function explained the importance of diet and nutrients in preventing or slowing cognitive decline at the fourth meeting of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Micronutrients and Health, held at the House of Commons on 14 Mar

NHS reviews prescriptions of gluten-free food and fish oils

Gluten-free foods and fish oil supplements may no longer be available on prescription in England

Holland & Barrett names its ‘Innovation Pitch’ shortlist

Holland & Barrett names 'Innovation Pitch' shortlist

EFSA to give daily sugar intake advice

The European Food Safety Authority is to give formal advice on daily sugar intake for the first time. In the past EFSA considered that there...

Pukka boosts green tea range

Pukka Herbs has created a fruity berry green tea as well as introducing a variety pack.

Pulsin undergoes major rebrand for tenth anniversary

Natural snack and protein powder brand Pulsin is celebrating its tenth birthday by unveiling a striking new look following a major rebrand investment.

New Organax superfood brand comes to market

Organax is a new organic brand, which has launched with a range of four initial superfood powders.

Simplee Aloe creates new juice supplement

A new natural and organic Aloe Vera Juice Supplement has been created by Simplee Aloe. The product has been designed to target adults looking for...

Coldpress launches new sparkling drinks, fruity coconut waters

Coldpress has expanded its range of HPP drinks by introducing a duo of healthy sparkling waters and a new collection of fruity coconut waters.

Nature’s Own supports indie retailers

In a move that demonstrates its strong support for independent health stores, supplements brand Nature’s Own is no longer selling its products direct to consumers.

Leading beauty brands join seminar line-up at Natural & Organic Products...

The Natural Beauty & Spa Theatre at Natural & Organic Products Europe trade show will feature dynamic new content from some of the leading brand ambassadors and pioneers of the natural and organic beauty sector.

Naturally Better You goes live

Nature’s Supplements has launched an online natural and organic health, beauty and wellbeing shopping portal, Naturally Better You. The company says the site hand selects...