Food Industry

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Satiety is often the key to successful dieting. (Getty Images) Satiety is the Holy Grail of many health trends, promised by both GLP-1 drugs and some foods alike. How is it achieved? While there are a range of aspects to it, the GLP-1 weight-loss trend is largely driven by the…

The new Trump administration could be coming for your snacks. For years, the federal government has steered clear of regulating junk food, fast food, and ultra-processed food. Now attitudes are changing. Some members of President-elect Donald Trump’s inner circle are gearing up to battle “Big Food,” or the companies that…

Jollibee, the beloved Filipino fast-food giant, has carved a unique niche in the global food industry. Known for its flavorful offerings, such as Chickenjoy and Jolly Spaghetti, Jollibee is not just a food brand but a cultural phenomenon. A critical factor behind its growth and enduring popularity is its pricing…

A customer shared her surprising experience after dining at an eatery in Davao City, where a medium-sized bowl of food, said to be good for 4 to 5 people, was priced at P495. Yanci/Facebook Published on :  Jan 07, 2025, 8:02 pm THE management of the eatery that recently went…

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A recent lawsuit filed in the US, alleging that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are engineered to be addictive, has targeted no less than 11 major food companies. The lawsuit, which claims that the defendant companies targeted children in their marketing, leading to chronic disease, has been described by lawyers as the…

Is sodium reduction worth its salt? (Getty Images) A range of companies within food and beverage want to reduce salt and sodium. What’s driving this trend? Salt reduction, like sugar reduction, is a substantial and growing trend. With salt frequently linked to health conditions such as high blood pressure, food…

Focus has intensified on ultra-processed foods. A US lawsuit alleges major food companies, including Nestlé USA, Mondelēz International and Kraft Heinz, are responsible for intentionally developing addictive UPFs and targeting them at children. This is leading to chronic diseases in consumers, the lawsuit claims. If successful, the lawsuit, filed by…

Skip to Main Content Politics The seafood industry isn't hungry for another tariff war, which hurt fishermen during Trump's first term, said Beth Casoni, executive director of the Massachusetts Lobstermen's Association. Snow Crab with lemon sits on a plate at the Au Pied De Cochon restaurant, April 18, 2008, in…