Americans still eat three meals a day
Contrary to popular belief, Americans aren’t just snacking all day long; they still do eat three main meals a day, reports The NPD Group, a global information company. IFT Daily … Continue Reading →
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Will new DGAs shift Americans toward healthy eating patterns?
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) are published every five years by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) and Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to provide evidence-based healthy … Continue Reading →
New Dietary Guidelines for Americans focus on reducing added sugars
The U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) and Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) have announced the 2015–2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA), which includes updated guidance on topics such as added … Continue Reading →
Americans perceive ‘free-from’ foods as less processed
Foods bearing “free-from” claims are increasingly relevant to Americans, as they perceive the products as closely tied to health. IFT Daily News
Americans believe sodas with natural ingredients are healthier
With carbonated soft drinks facing mounting negative health perceptions from Americans, craft and natural options are showing promise among the most active soft drink consumers. IFT Daily News
Americans are embracing global cuisines on restaurant menus
The National Restaurant Association (NRA) has issued new research that finds a wider variety of ethnic cuisines are increasingly becoming part of everyday American diets. IFT Daily News
Majority of Americans not eating enough fruit, veggies
A new study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that during 2007–2010, half of the total U.S. population consumed less than 1 cup of fruit … Continue Reading →
94% of Americans snack daily
Snacking may very well be the new American pastime. According to the recent report from Mintel, “Snacking Motivations and Attitudes U.S. 2015,” nearly all Americans (94%) snack at least once … Continue Reading →
Americans may be wasting more food than they think
A study published in PLOS ONE shows that while most Americans are aware that food waste is a problem, are concerned about it, and say they work to reduce their … Continue Reading →
Americans can expect to pay more for beef, pork
According to USA Today, Americans will soon be paying more for beef, pork, and other meats in the grocery store. IFT Daily News