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Reflections from The Nutrition Society Congress 2026
Science Director Sara Stanner and Senior Scientists Dr Lauren Struszczak and Dr Stacey Lockyer headed north this week to attend The Nutrition Society Congress 2026, hosted by Newcastle University, to hear about the latest developments in nutrition science.
24 Jul 2026
Fibre report published
Published today, the report synthesises current evidence fibre and health, consumer behaviour, product innovation and food system change to help inform reformulation and communication.
23 Jun 2026
NPM2018 consultation response
The British Nutrition Foundation supports the use of the NPM 2018 in principle but highlights challenges to implementation
18 Jun 2026
Response to school food standards consultation
The British Nutrition Foundation broadly supports the proposed updates to the School Food Standards and welcomes the stronger focus on improving children’s diets
12 Jun 2026
Report on changing the food environment published
New report reviewing evidence-based interventions for the UK food environment launched at Online Summit today.
21 May 2026
UPF public dialogue report
Today’s report ‘Making Sense of UPFs’ from UKRI shows strong public engagement with the evidence on ultra‑processed foods (UPFs) and the future of the UK food system.
16 Apr 2026
Government announcement on school food
The British Nutrition Foundation welcomes the government’s announcement to remove high sugar foods and deep fried items from school menus as part of the planned update to School Food Standards.
13 Apr 2026
UPF science and policy event
An event at Imperial College London yesterday explored the science and policy issues on foods categorised as ultra-processed.
25 Mar 2026
Nutrient Profiling Model 2018
The Nutrient Profiling Model (NPM) 2018 updates the 2004/05 framework to align with current dietary advice, including SACN guidance on free sugars and the Eatwell Guide.
10 Feb 2026
Healthy weight management in January: Evidence-based guidance
This article addresses some of the most frequently searched questions about weight management in January and introduces our balanced 7-day meal planner, Nourish in Colour.
05 Jan 2026
Lancet series on UPF
The Lancet Series on ultra-processed foods and human health has been launched today. The authors argue for public health action to tackle ultra-processed foods and improve diets globally.
19 Nov 2025
Healthy habits are key to long term success with weight loss medications
Weight loss medications have emerged as an important tool for achieving a healthy weight, but lasting success depends on the healthy habits people build while taking them
05 Nov 2025
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