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• GLP-1 for weight loss exceeds use for diabetes management

  05-08-2026 23:08 via foodnavigator.com
  
  GLP-1 use for weight loss has surpassed diabetes management for the first time, Numerator reports, as 22% of US households now include a GLP-1 user.
  
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• Red tape sinks world’s first floating dairy farm

  05-08-2026 16:47 via dairyreporter.com
  
  Why is the world's first floating dairy farm closing?
  Floating Farm in Rotterdam has been put up for sale after its owners became embroiled in a regulatory dispute over a replacement emissions-reducing floor that was not certified for use in the Netherlands, despite meeting environmental performance requirements.What is Floating Farm?
  Launched in 2019, the €4m project was designed to demonstrate how food could be produced closer to consumers without relying on traditional farmland. The thre
  
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• Science, trust and the next era of food innovation

  05-08-2026 16:06 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Explore the biggest themes from IFT FIRST 2026, including food misinformation, functional nutrition, AI and sustainable innovation.
  
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• BellRing’s 4-part playbook for growing in a crowded market and maintaining a pole position

  05-08-2026 15:27 via foodnavigator.com
  
  BellRing Brands outlines how Premier Protein plans to sustain growth through innovation, new channels, operational discipline and pricing amid rising competition.
  
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• Hollywood snack collabs: Why movie tie-ins keep winning for CPG brands

  05-08-2026 15:04 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Stranger Things, Wednesday and Wicked tie-ins show why movie collabs work for snack brands, with 68% of consumers buying co-branded or special edition products.
  
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• Court clears way for lawsuit challenging US ban on FODMAP labeling

  05-08-2026 14:49 via foodnavigator.com
  
  A federal appeals court ruled a First Amendment case against USDA and FDA's ban on low-FODMAP food labels can move forward in district court.
  
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• How to turn unwanted anchovy tin oil into salsa verde – recipe

  05-08-2026 14:00 via theguardian.com
  This powerhouse ingredient injects umami and depth of flavour into a simple green sauce. Come on, chop-chop!The oil from a tin of anchovies is a powerhouse larder ingredient that you possibly never knew existed. It’s a flavour bomb that carries all the delicious flavour compounds of the fish themselves, especially if you want to add their wonderful flavour to a dish but want to save the anchovies to serve separately or as a garnish.This salsa verde is based on Giorgio Locatelli’s in
  
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• The seasonal launch is dead. What comes next?

  05-08-2026 13:55 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Food and beverage innovation is moving beyond the traditional seasonal calendar, with brands increasingly focused on fast-moving trends and micro-seasons.
  
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• Full-fat dairy cleared in new study challenging diet advice

  05-08-2026 13:53 via dairyreporter.com
  
  Can adults eat full-fat dairy every day without harming health?
  A new 12-week study from researchers at the University of Toronto found that adults consuming three daily servings of full-fat dairy experienced no significant changes in body weight, body fat or cholesterol levels compared with those consuming less dairy.Why does the research matter?
  Many dietary guidelines recommend low-fat dairy because full-fat products contain saturated fat, which has traditionally been linked to higher cholest
  
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• 5 food ingredients for bone health – what manufacturers need to know

  05-08-2026 13:13 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Interest in bone health is increasing, and as the world's population ages, it is becoming more relevant by the day. What are the key ingredients that consumers need for bone health, and how can manufacturers incorporate these into food products?
  
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• Germany’s food giants thrive as manufacturers feel the squeeze

  05-08-2026 12:28 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Germany's food industry is being squeezed by supermarket dominance, rising labour costs and expensive energy, driving consolidation and raising questions over the future of Europe's biggest food manufacturing market.
  
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• Why are 90% of GLP-1 users still buying ice cream?

  05-08-2026 09:46 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Ice cream is proving resilient in the GLP-1 era, with users still seeking indulgence, smaller portions and functional benefits such as high protein and lower calories
  
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• From Mars to Intersnack: Are family dynasties becoming food’s new dealmakers?

  05-08-2026 09:43 via bakeryandsnacks.com
  
  Mars, Ferrero and Intersnack keep paying huge premiums for listed food firms. Two M&A advisers explain why family dynasties keep outbidding the market.
  
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• The GLP-1 effect reaches ANZ

  05-08-2026 09:42 via bakeryandsnacks.com
  
  GLP-1 medications are reshaping food and beverage purchasing across Australia and New Zealand. Discover how changing consumer behaviour, formulation challenges and nutrition trends are influencing product innovation across APAC.
  
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• Is fibermixxing the new fibermaxxing?

  05-08-2026 09:07 via foodnavigator.com
  
  Interest in fiber is shifting from quantity to quality as consumers seek specific fiber types and manufacturers explore blended fiber solutions.
  
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• Does the future of dairy protein lie in specialisation?

  05-08-2026 07:55 via foodnavigator.com
  
  As protein expands beyond sports nutrition into everyday foods, having tailored dairy proteins designed for different health outcomes is key.
  
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• 5 trends shaping global energy drink recipes

  05-08-2026 07:47 via foodnavigator.com
  
  From GLP-1 to naturalness, the evolution of energy drinks worldwide is being driven by a variety of different trends
  
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• Angela Hartnett’s Italian summer recipes: grilled peaches, green beans and mozzarella, and gnudi in tomato sauce

  05-08-2026 07:00 via theguardian.com
  Two inspiring summer dishes to enjoy in the sunshine: grilled peaches with green beans and mozzarella, and gnudi in a roast tomato sauceAt Cicoria, peaches, green beans and tomatoes are among our favourites ingredients right now, inspiring dishes that celebrate freshness and flavour. The restaurant is perched at the top of the Royal Opera House in London, so our dining room is flooded with sunlight throughout the day, which is just as well because these vibrant, simple dishes are best enjoyed in
  
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