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Artificial Sweeteners and their Environmental Impact

The general public’s diet has changed to conform to the latest weight-loss trends, which has led to a rise in the use of artificial sweeteners with no calories. These sweeteners […]

Pulses

The Environmental, Nutritional, and Health Benefits of Pulse-Enhanced Foods

Pulses, our environmental heroes. The environmental, nutritional, and health benefits of pulse-enhanced foods. Pulses are mature, dried seeds that grow within pods of the legume (Fabaceae) family of plants used […]

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Microbial Solutions in Dairy and Dairy Alternatives

The dairy industry is a long-standing industry that has produced several dairy products. Dairy products are cornerstones of many diets worldwide with high protein quality and a range of essential […]

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Alternative proteins: a key to the future of the global food system

Over the years, alternative proteins have been mentioned numerously in the media for various reasons. It captured the spotlight as an advocacy by environmental activists as a way to protect […]

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The Power of Chlorella vulgaris: A Sustainable Solution for Zero Hunger

Co-author: Helen Onyeaka  Introduction Sustainability in the food industry means that consumption and production must satisfy consumers’ economic, environmental, and social needs and demands. It seeks to facilitate the sustainable […]

Plant-Based Diet

Plant-Based Diet: A Sustainable Choice for Health and the Environment

Introduction In conjunction with economic growth and urbanisation, nearly all areas of the world have experienced an increased availability of low-cost food and beverages that are calorie-dense, and nutritionally inadequate […]

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Snack Legumes: Exploring Legume-Based Desserts and Treats

Imagine biting into a rich, chocolatey brownie and discovering that it’s packed with nutritious, plant-based protein. Welcome to the world of legume-based desserts, where indulgence meets health. Legumes might not […]

Bamboo Shoots Sustainable Superfood for Next-Gen Functional Foods

Bamboo Shoots: Sustainable Superfood for Next-Gen Functional Foods

The food industry is navigating unprecedented challenges driven by multifaceted global dynamics. Climate change, population growth, urbanization, and the threat of pandemics such as COVID-19 are exerting immense pressure on […]

Scaling Biofortified Crops Role of Farmer Collectives in Combatting Hidden Hunger

Scaling Biofortified Crops: Role of Farmer Collectives in Combatting Hidden Hunger

Co-author: Anusha Jain, Grameen Foundation, Image Credits: Garima Joshi Despite the current agricultural capacity to produce enough food for everyone, a staggering one billion people are still unable to meet […]

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Plant-based Diets: What are the Reasons to Shift?

Why shift to plant-based diets? Unveiling dietary transformations In recent years, a significant shift has unfolded in our culinary scene. Increasingly, individuals are embracing plant-based proteins over conventional animal-derived options, […]