The LiberEat team recently sat down with Caroline Benjamine, Founder of Food Allergy Aware and co-founder of HASUK, to discuss her work in the food allergen management arena. If you’ve missed the first part of this interview, you can read it here, and in this second and final part, we discuss topics such as her […]
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In our latest interview with food safety industry experts, we sat down with Caroline Benjamin, the Founder of Food Allergy Aware, which was founded in 2013, following Caroline’s personal experience trying to dine out with dietary requirements following an Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) diagnosis. The organisation aims to help Food Business Operations [FBOs] improve their
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Recent years have seen significant changes to allergen law with the introduction of Natasha’s Law in 2021, requiring food packaged in the same place it is sold to consumers (known as pre-packed for direct sale or PPDS food) to label the 14 major allergens, if present in their products. Food businesses have had to re-evaluate
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When releasing a food product, there are many food safety concerns that have to be addressed to ensure proper adherence to relevant legislation such as Natasha’s Law, The Food Information Regulations 2014, and the Food Safety Act 1990, to name some of the most notable legislations. Failure to follow food standards can have serious consequences
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LiberEat is delighted to announce that Papa Johns is adopting LiberEat’s allergen and error detection technology to bolster its existing allergen data processes. Using this second line of defence, Papa John’s is taking a proactive approach towards allergen safety, showing its dedication to protecting its customers. Philip Quinn, Papa Johns Senior Director of Quality Assurance
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There has been increased focus on food allergies in recent years as research continues on allergic reactions, cross-contamination along the supply chain, and food fraud. Alongside this, legislation such as Natasha’s Law and the Food Information Regulations require companies to have a greater understanding of allergies than ever before. It’s essential for regulatory bodies and
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Today we got to put our Chief Marketing Officer, Michelle, in the hot seat and ask her some questions. Her positive ‘Learn it all’ attitude constantly drives her to learn new things and pass these insights on to the team. She sat down with us to discuss why she loves her role at LiberEat and
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What Is Allergen Management? Allergen management is a crucial part of any food business’s food safety management system. Unlabelled allergens put those who suffer from food allergies at risk of anaphylactic shock and even death. Properly implementing a comprehensive allergen management system can potentially save your customers’ lives. Incorrect allergen management also puts your business
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When releasing a food product, there’s much to consider when developing the packaging and labelling. Packaging should ideally provide all the information shoppers need to make an informed decision about their purchases while also providing businesses the opportunity to provide proof of the food’s quality. To ensure relevant information is available on the packaging, various
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Understanding E-numbers: Why They Matter for Food Safety and Consumer Health E-numbers are codes for substances approved as food additives within the EU and are essential in maintaining food quality, appearance, and shelf life. However, for individuals with food allergies or sensitivities, certain E-numbers can pose risks if mislabelled or omitted on product packaging. Ensuring
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