28th March 2022 Prunes prevent bone loss at hip and protect against fracture risk Findings from major study underscore prunes as food-based therapeutic option for bone health In a new study, researchers from Pennsylvania State University found that daily prune consumption preserved bone mineral density (BMD) at the hip and protected against…
7th March 2022 California Prunes awarded ‘Bone Health Approved’ status by Royal Osteoporosis Society California Prunes have been successfully awarded ‘Bone Health Approved’ status by the Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS), thanks to a growing body of evidence showing the positive effects prunes can have on skeletal health. High in vitamin K and a source…
10th February 2022 California Prune Board advances study of prunes and bone health via robust nutrition research programme Recently published highlights, growing body of prune evidence connects to favourable bone health The California Prune Board (CPB) is leading the way in investigating a connection between prunes and favourable bone health through a growing body…
7th February 2022 California Prune Board heads to prestigious Gulfood event The California Prune Board (CPB) is exhibiting at this month’s Gulfood, the world’s largest annual showcase for the food and drink industry. The event takes place from 13th-17th February 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, with thousands of food professionals and exhibitors…
24th January 2022 California Prune Board appoints renowned nutritionist as brand ambassador The California Prune Board (CPB) has appointed professional nutritionist and author, Jo Travers as its new Health Brand Ambassador. Also known as ‘The London Nutritionist’, registered dietitian Jo Travers BSc RD MBDA will work with the Board to help raise awareness of…
We’ve partnered up with Florida Grapefruit to create a brand new and delicious muffin recipe just for you with chef Peter Sidwell. As we are all trying to keep healthy in January, by using our California Prunes and Florida Grapefruit , Peter was able to reduce the fat by 50% but still keep it super…
13th December 2021 California Prunes have Christmas covered With Christmas around the corner, the California Prune Board has teamed up with brand ambassador, Peter Sidwell, on a range of festive recipes set to add sweetness, flavour, and a little west coast sunshine to the party season. Chef, baker, and TV presenter Peter, who has…
30th November 2021 New Study: Prunes have promising effect on men’s bone health, adding to growing body of research New research from San Diego State University’s School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences reports that eating prunes daily has a protective effect on bone health in men over 50. This study is the first of its…
22nd November 2021 California Prune Board welcomes link between consumption of prunes, satiety, and weight management Researchers from the University of Liverpool have published a two-part study demonstrating how the inclusion of prunes in a structured weight management programme – in place of usual snacks – is compatible with weight loss. With recent…
3rd November 2021 California Prune Board urges food industry to leverage potential of prunes Statistics from the National Diet and Nutrition Survey[1] reveal fibre intake among all age groups remains below current recommendations, with UK adults aged 19-64 achieving just 18.0g per day. At less than two-thirds of the recommended 30g per day for…