New fiber-based ingredient may reduce food intake
A study conducted by scientists from the University of Liverpool shows that a fiber-based dietary ingredient may increase satiety and help people consume less food. IFT Daily News
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iPhone app helps pregnant women track fish intake
An iPhone app from Purdue University can help women who are pregnant or nursing safely eat seafood, a good source of nutrients for babies but also the subject of concern … Continue Reading →
Consumers are increasingly limiting meat protein intake
While food and drink companies are currently riding the high protein bandwagon, there is growing evidence to suggest that this could be a short-term phenomenon. IFT Daily News
Are U.S. consumers’ concerns about sodium intake on the wane?
As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) prepares to issue voluntary sodium guidelines for food manufacturers and restaurants, food market research by The NPD Group, a global information company, … Continue Reading →
Saturated fat intake may increase obesity risk for those genetically susceptible
A study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics shows that limiting saturated fat could help people whose genetic make-up increases their chance of being obese. … Continue Reading →
Increased Intake of Omega-3s May Prevent Artery Calcification
A high intake of omega-3 fatty acids may help prevent artery calcification and heart disease, according to a study published in Heart. The study looked at the relative incidence of … Continue Reading →
WHO Releases Recommendation to Lower Sugar Intake
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced proposed guidelines that cut the daily recommendation for sugars from 10% to 5% of daily calories. IFT Daily News
New school meal standards may increase fruit, veggie intake
A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine shows that new U.S. federal standards launched in 2012 that require schools to offer healthier meals may have led to … Continue Reading →
Children’s caffeine intake steady from 1999 to 2010
A study published in Pediatrics shows that overall caffeine intake did not increase among kids and teens between 1999 and 2010, but coffee and energy drinks became increasingly significant contributors … Continue Reading →
Whole grain consumption may be linked to fiber intake
A study published in Nutrition Research shows that most American children and adults are getting less than the recommended amounts of whole grains and dietary fiber. IFT Daily News