Familiar corporates are a consumer turn off
Consumers have a negative reaction to corporate brands that take a personal approach in their advertising.
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Television ruins your food choices
A survey of United States children aged between 10 and 11 has found a link between television viewing and unhealthy eating. The research was conducted by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), part of the United States Department of Health and Human Services.
Sulphur review not enough says food safety expert
Food Standards Australia New Zealand’s (FSANZ) survey of sulphur use in food and beverages is not broad or deep enough, says an Australian expert in food safety regulation. Joe Lederman says that the survey “…should not have been confined to sulphites.”
One in three shoppers steals at self-service tills
A survey of customer behaviour at self-service grocery checkouts reveals that a third of those surveyed use the system to steal. The survey questioned 5000 UK grocery customers on line, so the data relates only to the number who admits their law breaking.
NZ King Salmon seeks public approval of expansion plan
New Zealand King Salmon has published some results from a public opinion survey it commissioned to support its plans to expand fish farming operations in the Marlborough Sounds.
Kiwi mums feel isolated and guilty
Kiwi mums feel isolated, guilty about the amount of time they spend with their children, and are forced to take ‘time out’ to “maintain their sanity” according to a new study*.
Hospitality businesses need to reconsider marketing mix
New Zealand’s hospitality industry continues to be a highly competitive market in which customers have the buying power to choose from a large variety of outlets.
Dental Health Survey shows Kiwis have nothing to smile about
A new survey into the dental health of Kiwis has revealed that more than 80% of us have cavities with many failing to brush, floss or rinse and the majority suffering from early signs of gum disease.
Iodine in bread improves deficiency in NZ kids
Research conducted for MAF Food Safety has found that the introduction of iodine innto most commercially available bread in New Zealand has reduced the incidence of childhood iodine deficiency and its resultant health problems.
Wrinkles Make Us Sad, Depressed – Survey
Forget work stress, it’s wrinkles that make us sad and depressed according to a new study.
Trans-fat levels fall in United States
A study of white adults in the United States shows a sharp drop (down 58%) in blood levels of trans-fatty acids (TFA), one of the leading causes of cardiovascular disease in the US.
Valentine’s tip: hot men bring potatoes
A new survey has revealed that the biggest turn on for women eyeing up the talent in their local supermarket is potatoes. It seems that 60% of women surveyed thought a man with spuds in his trolley was more attractive than one with red wine.
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