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The Glasgow Sandwich Co/AAA Foods recalls various ready to eat products because of the presence of undeclared mustard

The Glasgow Sandwich Co/AAA Foods recalls various ready to eat products because of the presence of undeclared mustard

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Allergy alert - UK

Hotel Chocolat recalls Caramel Milk Batons because of undeclared peanuts

Hotel Chocolat recalls Caramel Milk Batons because of undeclared peanuts

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Survey reveals worrying lack of fibre in Scottish diets

The Scottish Health Survey 2021 (SHeS) has revealed that 94% of Scottish adults are not consuming enough fibre, with just 6% meeting the recommended Scottish Dietary Goal (SDG) intake of 30g.

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Your questions on vitamin D answered by Food Standards Scotland’s expert

Our Senior Public Health Nutrition Advisor, Alana McDonald, answers some frequently asked questions about vitamin D.

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Allergy alert - UK

Holland & Barrett recalls Soya Lecithin soft gel capsules because of undeclared peanuts

Holland & Barrett recalls Soya Lecithin soft gel capsules because of undeclared peanuts

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