Hidden sugar

Jars of baby food could ‘trigger a sweet tooth’

Jars of baby food could ‘trigger a sweet tooth’

Scientists believe commercial baby foods could be to blame for giving children a sweet tooth later in life.  According to research from the University of Glasgow, many of the top brands (even the natural and organic varieties) are so sweet that infants never learn how to appreciate bitter flavours. The main culprits are naturally sweeter vegetables […]

9 years ago

The Real Reason We’re All Addicted to Nutella

The Real Reason We’re All Addicted to Nutella

We know they don’t actually recommend spooning it from the jar directly into our mouths, but nevertheless, Nutella has always been strangely addictive.  The chocolate spread, which has been a store cupboard staple since 1964, is a blend of hazelnuts, cocoa, palm oil and skimmed milk. The wholesome advertising markets it as a breakfast food, […]

11 years ago