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Shane is a Berlin-based journalist, editor and communications specialist. He's been engaged in multimedia coverage of nutrition, food and lifestyle issues for almost 20 years including sports, technology, fitness, health, art and music. He is the former senior editor of NutraIngredients and FoodNavigator where he led a team of great multimedia journalists, spoke in public, hit social media, won awards, developed site strategies... His work has appeared in The Sunday Times, The Sydney Morning Herald, Runner’s World, FHM, Men’s Fitness, Loaded, Healthy, Army, Zest, Shine, Sky Sports, Southern Cross, United Review, NutraIngredients, FoodNavigator, New Nutrition Business, Natural Foods Merchandiser, Nutrition Business Journal, The Boxing News, Inside Sport, Just-food, The West Australian, Xpress, Revolver, Bubblegum and more.
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Should CEO tenure limits be imposed in Africa’s banking sector?
Age and term-restricted tenures for CEO and Board positions in banking are not widespread in Africa, with only a few countries like Tanzania and Kenya imposing such limits. Research suggests longer CEO tenures can bring performance benefits, as seen in a 2018 Indian study. A review of four major African banks revealed only Ecobank has formal tenure limits. Regulatory mandates in other regions vary, with some countries requiring tenure limits for corporate executives. Despite regulations, many African companies prefer to retain experienced CEOs, often flouting tenure restrictions. The article discusses the implications and practices surrounding CEO tenure limits in Africa's banking sector.
Sports and active nutrition report: Tapping into the active lifestyle
The sports nutrition category is expanding beyond core athletes to include a wide range of demographics, from office workers to active seniors. This report explores the drivers behind this shift, the ingredients brands can use, and the regulatory landscape in the EU. Key topics include the global growth of sports and active nutrition, the convergence of these categories, plant protein trends, energy products, and the rise of cognitive health among e-gamers. The report is published in two parts throughout 2023.
Attractiveness and self-confidence: Localism key to cracking lucrative Middle East beauty market, finds study
A study published in Cosmetic Dermatology analyzed the quality of life of cosmetics users from eight Arab countries, revealing that attractiveness and self-confidence are primary reasons for cosmetics use among Arab women. The study highlighted that extreme weather conditions in the Middle East influence cosmetic choices, with perfumes and antiperspirants playing a significant role in boosting self-confidence. It also found that Western-style marketing campaigns often fail to resonate with Arab women, who prefer products tailored to their specific needs. The study noted a surprising emphasis on skin pigmentation and an urban versus provincial bias in cosmetics usage.
‘Galvanise’ business: British Beauty Week to celebrate ‘power of beauty’ post-COVID
The third annual British Beauty Week, organized by the British Beauty Council, aims to highlight the beauty industry's economic and social contributions, especially post-COVID. The event will feature workshops, giveaways, and talks focusing on sustainability, innovation, and industry growth. The British Beauty Council, founded in 2018, has been a strong advocate for the sector, securing significant government support during the pandemic. The event underscores the industry's importance to the UK's GDP and its role in boosting confidence and wellbeing in communities.
Childhood stunting costs billions in lost productivity each year
Under-nutrition and malnutrition-induced childhood stunting leads to cognitive impairment and lower educational attainment, significantly impacting workplace productivity, especially for women. Workers in Ethiopia lose 18% of their adult salaries due to childhood stunting. The study, funded by The Power of Nutrition, emphasizes the economic cost of stunting, estimating yearly productivity losses at $200 billion in East Asia, $36 billion in Latin America and the Caribbean, $28 billion in South Asia, and $15 billion in sub-Saharan Africa. Nutritional interventions are cost-effective, with a $1 investment potentially yielding $81 for national economies. The research, supported by various organizations, calls for private-public partnerships to address childhood stunting through nutritional interventions and policy alignment.
Synbiotics on the rise as microbiome profiling comes into view, says Lumina
The popularity of prebiotics and synbiotics is growing due to their beneficial effects on the gut microbiome, which influences immune function, inflammation, weight management, and digestive health. Lumina's Director of Insights, Ewa Hudson, highlights the potential of microbiome profiling, which can lead to personalized health interventions. The market for these products is expanding, with prebiotics present in 51% of probiotic formulations. A recent survey indicates increasing consumer familiarity and interest in prebiotics and synbiotics, particularly for gut health and immunity. European countries are also becoming more receptive to using 'prebiotics' and 'probiotics' in marketing.
Review proposes best omega-3 dose for blood pressure
A meta-analysis published in the Journal of the American Heart Association suggests that higher doses of DHA/EPA omega-3, above 3g, may significantly lower blood pressure, particularly in hypertensive, hyperlipidemic, and older populations. The study, conducted by researchers from Macau University of Science and Technology, aligns with the European Food Safety Authority's health claim that high doses of omega-3s help maintain normal blood pressure. The analysis pooled data from 71 clinical trials and found that doses of 2-3g per day were most effective. The Global Organisation for EPA and DHA Omega-3 supports these findings, noting their consistency with previous research on cardiovascular health benefits.
UK advertising watchdog issues diet marketing guidelines; nutritionist calls for diet health claims
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued guidelines prohibiting diets that promise specific weight loss in a set timeframe, especially those promoting rapid weight loss or glorifying being underweight. The guidelines also restrict targeting under-18s and using unhealthily thin models. Dr Carrie Ruxton from Nutrition Communications supports the guidance but advocates for an authorized calorie-reduced health claim, citing the current obesity epidemic and the restrictive nature of Article 12c of the EU nutrition and health claims regulation. The ASA emphasizes the need for diet marketing materials to be backed by rigorous trials and has ruled against Liquid Lipo International Ltd for failing to substantiate their weight loss claims.
UK advertising watchdog issues diet marketing guidelines; nutritionist calls for diet health claims
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued new guidelines for diet marketing, prohibiting ads that promise specific weight loss in a set timeframe or promote unhealthy body images. Dr. Carrie Ruxton supports the guidelines but calls for authorized health claims for calorie-reduced diets to aid in combating obesity. The ASA emphasizes the need for rigorous evidence to back diet claims and criticizes Liquid Lipo International Ltd for misleading marketing. Despite Brexit, UK bodies continue to reference EU food laws.
Cohort finds lutein and zeaxanthin reduce effects of AMD
A cohort extension of the 'AREDS2' study led by Dr. Emily Chew from the National Institutes of Health found that a blend of lutein and zeaxanthin significantly reduced the progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) among participants. The study also observed no association with developing lung cancer and a potential reduction in progression to late AMD. The research, which followed up on the National Eye Institute-sponsored AREDS/AREDS2 clinical trials, indicated that the lutein/zeaxanthin blend was a safer alternative to beta-carotene, which had been linked to increased lung cancer rates among smokers in past studies. The findings suggest that the lutein/zeaxanthin blend could be beneficial for the estimated 288 million people who will be affected by AMD by 2040.
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