New categorisation of food scares will help efficient development of strategies to prevent food chain being compromised

Researchers from the University of Surrey have developed a new comprehensive categorisation of food scares, a new study in the British Food Journal reports.

Research finds potassium salts aid bone health and limit osteoporosis risk

Latest research from the University of Surrey has found that the potassium salts (bicarbonate and citrate) plentiful in fruit and vegetables, play an important part in improving bone health.

Low Iodine Levels In Organic Milk Could Compromise Brain Development In Early Life, UK

Individuals who choose to drink organic milk as a healthier alternative could be compromising their intake of iodine, of which milk is the main UK source, according to research published today (5th July 2011) and presented at the Nutrition Society Summer meeting at the University of Reading. Research from the University of Surrey shows that organic milk has a 42…

How Do Consumers Respond To Portion Information On Food And Drink Labels?

The European Food Information Council (EUFIC), in collaboration with researchers at the University of Surrey, UK, has published the results of its latest European nutrition labelling consumer research now focusing on portion information. Portion information is often included on food and drink labels but little is known about how consumers interpret and use this information…