How are deforestation regulations and policy developments reshaping the ingredients supply chain? In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, recorded live at our event in Manchester in November 2024, an expert panel offer their insights in this fascinating and evolving area. They explore the complexities of deforestation in international supply chains and analyse the role the UK and Europe has in global deforestation, with key commodities such as cattle, soy, cocoa, and palm oil contributing significantly. The big question is how will the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR ..read more

Most would agree that healthy ageing and a healthy diet go hand-in-hand, but does the science support the assertion? In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, recorded live in Manchester in November 2024, our expert panel examines how are understanding of the role of nutrition in ageing is developing. As lifespans increase, so too does the percentage of our lives experts expect us to spend in poor health, but can we ensure we live long and healthy lives by watching what we eat? Our experts look at which foods can be developed and fortified to provide positive nutrition in later life ..read more

In recent years, gut health has become a dominant topic in the nutrition conversation, but how much of the science is truly understood by consumers? We know that people are increasingly aware of the influence of the gut microbiome on health outcomes, but the science is much more complex than commonly understood.  In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, recorded live in Manchester in November 2024, our panel of experts delve into the topic and how the food industry is responding to increased consumer demand. They explore the very latest findings which are shaping our understan ..read more

There is widespread agreement that regenerative agriculture has the potential to transform the global food industry, but how might that look in practice in the food service sector? In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, recorded live at our event in Manchester in November 2024, our panel of experts answers that question. The food service supply chain has some unique challenges that, on the face of it, could make it more difficult to bring regenerative practices to the fore. But with every great challenge, comes great opportunity, and if this episode shows us nothing else, it reve ..read more

2025 looks like being the year of nutraceuticals, but what trends should we all have our eyes on? In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, recorded live our event in Manchester in November 2024, we look at the evolving landscape of nutraceuticals.  Responding to the fact that women's health has been a dominant topic in recent years, we focus on men and nutraceuticals, a specific area where there is a gap in the market for men's supplements.  With consumer awareness rising and new data-driven formulations entering the market, men’s health supplements are undergoing a major ..read more

There is no getting away from it; Western diets are lacking in fibre, but what are the implications for our health? As awareness grows around the critical role of fibre in overall health, it is more important than ever to look closely at the current state of fibre consumption and its implications.  In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, recorded at our event in Manchester in November 2024, our expert panel lays bare the true picture of fibre intake in the UK. Our guests discuss how a lack of fibre is contributing to our overall health, the challenges around increasing fibre ..read more

As with any production process, the production of food leads to by-products that are discarded. But are we doing enough to put these products to use and avoid waste? In this episode of the podcast, recorded live at the Food Matters Live event in Manchester in November 2024, we examine the transformative potential of upcycled food, including its economic, environmental, and societal impact.  What more can governments do the incentivize upcycling in the food industry? How do we get the food industry to work together to help solve the waste issue? And how much waste is too much waste? We ..read more

Cognitive health is of increasing concern to an ageing population, but what role does nutrition have to play in this vital area? From memory to mood, cognitive health encompasses a wide range of elements, and there is good evidence that all of these things can be influenced by nutrition. In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, recorded live at our event in Manchester in November 2024, our panel of experts delves into the world of positive nutrition and cognitive health. In an environment of increasing consumer awareness and engagement with health and nutrition, cognitive health is ..read more

Personalised nutrition is transforming the world of sports science, offering groundbreaking insights into how tailored strategies can enhance athletic performance and recovery. But how far has the field come, and what challenges remain? In this episode of the podcast, recorded live at Food Matters Live in Manchester in November 2024, our panel of experts explores the latest research and practical applications of personalised nutrition in sport. From the science of nutrigenomics, to the evolving understanding of the gut microbiome, our speakers discuss the technologies and strategies shaping ..read more

Gut health, nutrition, and public health are dominating conversations in the food industry, but what are consumers most concerned about in 2025 and beyond? In this episode of the podcast, recorded live at the Food Matters Live event held in Manchester in November 2024, our panel of experts define the issues and concerns that will be driving the nutrition sector in the years to come. We explore the latest insights shaping consumer trends and public health strategies, with a particular focus on gut health, women’s health, and the drive for a cleaner, more transparent food system. From the ris ..read more