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Food Standards Scotland’s news and food alerts, including product recalls and allergy alerts.
Statements
FSS Response to Cochrane Review of Nutrition Labelling on Menus
Geoff Ogle, Chief Executive at Food Standards Scotland said: “We welcome this Cochrane review, which suggests that including calories on menus could reduce a person’s calorie intake by an average of 8%.
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Allergy alert - UK
DSAM Consulting S.A. is recalling its Hellenic Grocery Handmade Loukoumi 200g because of undeclared pistachio
DSAM Consulting S.A. is recalling its Hellenic Grocery Handmade Loukoumi (Greek Turkish Delight) because it contains pistachio nut fragments which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to pistachio nuts. The product is sold in Marks and Spencer stores.
News
Food Standards Scotland update shows little improvement in the Scottish diet
Food Standards Scotland launched two new reports today highlighting the huge challenge for people in Scotland to have a healthier diet and reduce their risk of diet related diseases.
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Allergy alert - UK
DSAM Consulting S.A. is recalling its Hellenic Grocery Handmade Loukoumi 200g because of undeclared pistachio
DSAM Consulting S.A. is recalling its Hellenic Grocery Handmade Loukoumi 200g because of undeclared pistachio.
Allergy alert - UK
Lidl recalls Favorina Dip Eggs as allergenic ingredients are not declared in English
Lidl is recalling two varieties of Favorina Dip Eggs because they contain milk and may contain other allergens, which are not are not written in English.
