Nutrition experts have welcomed the news that Public Health England (PHE) has reissued its recommendations for vitamin D supplementation during the Covid-19 lockdown. It has now advised that people should …

Independent health food stores have been praised for their efforts during the challenges around the Coronavirus pandemic. In an open letter to retailers, the National Association of Health Stores (NAHS) …

Take a closer look at the trends coming through for 2020 when it comes to your online branding, advises HFB’s resident web expert, James Purves. The year 2020 is a …

A new business support finder tool has been launched in a bid to help businesses and self-employed people determine what financial support is available to them during the Covid-19 pandemic. …

Mile High Labs has confirmed it has applied for Novel Food status for both its bulk CBD isolate and finished products. Following the announcement from the Food Standards Agency (FSA) …

New research from the University of East Anglia (UEA) has suggested that omega 3 fats do not protect against cancer but are protective of the heart. Researchers explained in the …

The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has released a new guide that aims to differentiate between vegan claims and allergen free claims.  FDF Guidance on Allergen-Free and Vegan Claims is …

The natural sweetener brand, Total Sweet Xylitol, has announced a new partnership to support green projects in Madagascar. Building on previous work, which has seen the brand help plant more …

Holland & Barrett has defended its position to stay open after it was revealed a petition signed by employees was calling for the business to close its stores amid the …

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has announced the launch of a campaign to encourage young people to talk about food allergies. In light of the fact 44 per cent of people …

The As Nature Intended retail chain has been acquired by Planet Organic. The leading UK health and wellbeing retailer announced the takeover of As Nature Intended, the chain of seven …

Organisations representing the UK retail sector have welcomed the Government’s £350bn Coronavrius emergency fund but calls have been issued for further support measures to be put in place. As Health …