A new system of food labeling that will make it easier for consumers to compare foods will be in use by 2013, the government announced today.
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Plans have been unveiled for clearer, more coherent labelling on food packaging. Health Secretary Andrew Lansley says that offering a single nutrition labeling system is common sense and will help people make good food choices.
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Don't be fooled by food labels! While many branded products make all sorts of health claims, new rules from the European Food Safety Authority mean that it is essential to provide scientific evidence of a positive impact on health.
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Trans-fats are not necessarily the enemy of a healthy diet. Natural trans-fats form dairy and beef have been shown to have health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and even anti-cancer properties, says Advances in Nutrition.
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Food nutrition labels have come under fire again, with research finding more than half of shoppers either do not understand them or cannot read them. Diabetes campaigners point out labelling is essential for healthy eating and to balance nutrition.
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Opting for organic food, healthy restaurants or other meals that are perceived to be healthy can actually encourage you to consume more calories. That's the theory from a United States researcher who has looked into 'the halo effect' of foods.
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