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Discarded fruit and vegetable parts offer overlooked fibre, researchers say
Original report: date unavailable
Peels, seeds and stalks often thrown away can contain substantial dietary fibre, according to King’s College London researchers. Their findings support using more of some foods, although dietitians stress that preparation, tolerability and safety matter.
· via BBC News GB
Agriculture
Food security pressures sharpen the case for innovation
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A Hindu opinion article argues that innovation is increasingly urgent as climate risks, economic shocks and conflict undermine food security. It presents India’s experience as relevant to the Global South, while highlighting persistent hunger and the cost of healthy diets.
· via The Hindu GLOBAL