World Obesity Federation Calls for Clampdown on Junk Food Ads that Target and Track Children

World Obesity Federation Calls for Clampdown on Junk Food Ads that Target and Track Children

Adverts that target children in online video games, apps, social media and other digital platforms are fuelling the obesity crisis and need to be regulated, according to a new evidence dossier published by the World Obesity Federation. Powerful targeting techniques that track children’s online behaviour – including their browsing history, location, preferences, “likes” and even their emotions […]

Global Avocado Market to Reach $23Bn by 2027, According to Persistence Market Research

Global Avocado Market to Reach $23Bn by 2027, According to Persistence Market Research

Persistence Market Research has analysed various facets of the avocado market from a global standpoint and has skilfully presented them in its new research publication titled “Avocado Market: Global Industry Analysis (2012-2016) and Forecast (2017-2027)”. The extensive avocado market research report covers various trends, opportunities, drivers and restraints influencing the growth of the global avocado […]

Dried Fruit: Dispelling the Sugar Myths

Dried Fruit: Dispelling the Sugar Myths

Right or wrong, excess sugar intakes are being frowned upon by health experts, due to the association of high ‘free’ sugars with poor dietary quality, obesity and increased risk of non-communicable diseases – heart disease, cancers, diabetes, asthma and dental diseases being the most prevalent globally! Free sugars include monosaccharides and disaccharides added to foods […]

JWT Japan & University of Tokyo Team to Open “No Salt Restaurant”

JWT Japan & University of Tokyo Team to Open “No Salt Restaurant”

J. Walter Thompson Japan and Kanagawa-based Ishii Clinic gave hypertension patients a new lease on their gastronomical life at the ‘No Salt Restaurant’, which paired a menu of salt-free dishes with an innovative Electro Fork that serves up a salty sensation. Today, excessive intake of salt is a global health issue. The World Health Organization […]