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Ultra-processed foods have long been linked to adverse health outcomes. Critics of the definition suggest that these outcomes are mainly linked to the correlation between UPFs and ingredients such as fat, salt and sugar, and that UPFs are not inherently unhealthy. However, a recent three-paper series from medical journal The Lancet suggests that UPFs are harmful for many other reasons than just their nutritional content.
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The EU council has backed a one-year delay of the EUDR>
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The Lancet’s UPF report sparks a global backlash. Here’s why major CPGs remain silent while industry bodies like FDE and FDF issue strong defences.
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Big Food M&A is accelerating with regional strategies, AI-powered deal-making, and private equity reshaping the industry. Health-focused brands, functional beverages, and premium products are driving 2026 growth trends as legacy players adopt venture models and e-commerce lowers entry barriers. Discover key insights into the future of food and beverage consolidation now.