If 2025 was the year of protein-loading, spicy foods and cuisine mash-ups (Japanese-Italian pasta, anyone?), then 2026 is all ...

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The global processed foods sector is undergoing a profound transformation driven by changing consumer preferences, advances in food science and digital technologies, sustainability imperatives, and ...

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A new “Non-UPF” certification label will soon help Americans easily identify foods that are not ultra-processed, providing clearer guidance in grocery aisles. The certification, created by the Non-UPF ...

The food ingredients sector plays a pivotal role in the global food and beverages value chain, providing essential components that enhance taste, texture, nutrition, safety, and shelf life of food ...

Supported by nutrition experts, the Non-UPF seal highlights foods without additives, colorings, or ultra-processed shortcuts — helping shoppers identify less processed options. Stacey Leasca is an ...