All HFSS articles – Page 18
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Analysis & FeaturesBagged snacks 2022: Crisps hit by rising costs before HFSS
For bagged snack brands, this year was supposed to hold one big challenge: the ban on HFSS goods in prominent store locations
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NewsTesco leads call for government action on obesity after junk food ads backtrack
Bite Back 2030, a youth-led movement working to improve child health in the UK, described the backtrack as a “bitter blow” for young people
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Comment & OpinionSugar reduction in the UK is failing. We need mandatory reformulation
It’s clear we are overdue a rethink in how we improve the nutritional quality of food in the UK, says Holly Gabriel, campaign lead for consumer health at ShareAction
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Comment & OpinionAs cereals focus on health, can Kellogg’s new Crunchy Nut Salted Caramel thrive?
Rivals are working on HFSS-friendly options that promise a treat without a sugar hit
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Comment & OpinionHow grocery can adapt to the first HFSS Christmas
Retailers can succeed by coming up with strategies based on historical information and sales models, says Julian Miller, global head of retail solutions success at SymphonyAI Retail CPG
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Comment & OpinionIt’s time for government to stop backtracking on health and form a strategy
The proposals for a 9pm watershed and a ban on HFSS advertising online have been shunted back until October 2025
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Analysis & FeaturesWhat now for sugar reduction after epic fail on targets?
A new report quietly snuck out by government shows sugar levels are rising. Campaigners want mandatory measures and more levies
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NewsJunk food ad ban delayed until after next general election
It is understood ministers will lay regulations in parliament this week that will put the start date back until October 2025
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NewsThe Good Food Programme recruits cohort of healthier challenger brands
The incubator scheme aims to help 10 progressive food and drink startups to develop healthier products
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NewsWholey Moly closes its doors in the face of mounting pressure
Cookie start-up Wholey Moly has ceased trading after being overwhelmed by a barrage of challenges this year.
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Comment & OpinionTwo months into HFSS restrictions, how are brands and retailers responding?
The initial phase of legislation provides an opportunity for brands to reassess their approach to retail campaigns, says Matt Lee, MD at Capture
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NewsMondelez makes low-calorie HFSS breakthrough on Cadbury favourites
Reduced sugar versions of Cadbury Crunchie, Double Decker, Fudge and Fry’s Turkish Delight could soon hit supermarket shelves
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WebinarsWATCH: How to navigate a new era for seasonal promotions
What do you need to know to win in a new era of seasonal promotions? Watch our webinar on demand to find out more from our expert panel.
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NewsScottish alcohol marketing proposals would ‘cripple’ us, say convenience retailers
The Scottish government published the proposal for consultation last week and is inviting responses by 9 March
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Comment & OpinionSunak’s pandemic-led obesity mission suggests more change in public health policy
Campaign groups have seized on today’s announcement as a sign ministers could be about to row back further on health interventions
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NewsSunak announces health ‘mission’ to fight £6.1bn obesity crisis
The prime minister is to meet with business leaders and NHS bosses in a bid to come up with a new strategy for tackling obesity
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Comment & OpinionBetter-for-you brands face poor taste perceptions. Here’s the antidote
A large proportion of consumers believe a healthy product will compromise on flavour and satisfaction – but their perception can be changed, says Richard Lloyd-Williams, MD at Flavor
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NewsMister Free’d secures funding as it lands B Corp certification
Gluten-free snack maker Mister Free’d has landed a six-figure funding package and secured B Corp certification.
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NewsRude Health adds HFSS-compliant Choco Vanilla Puffs cereal for kids
The new line, which is available from Waitrose and Ocado, provides 15g of sugar per 100g
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NewsMatt Hancock’s Better Health pilot scheme shelved amid cost of living crisis
The programme was due to launch its first pilot in Wolverhampton earlier this year, with the government having promised to contribute up to £3m towards rewards