Self-reported food intake may compromise research findings
The use of self-reported dietary data may be compromising the accuracy of research into the impact of certain foods on obesity and diabetes, suggests a new report.
Archives for March 25, 2004
Calcium levels still low, but not due to more soft drinks
New research appears to absolve the soft drinks industry from responsibility for the low calcium intake among US adolescents but it suggests that creative and effective ways of increasing levels of the mineral, such as through fortified milks, should...
US takes major steps forward in the battle against obesity
The rising obesity epidemic has seen the United States adopt a multipronged strategy in the war on obesity. In a country where obesity-related US medical costs reached $75 billion in 2003, Americans are gradually accepting the fact that they are...
Chinese partnerships may boost potential in natural medicines
Significant investment in research and closer collaboration with Chinese institutions could help unlock the huge potential of natural traditional medicines to treat common Western diseases, UK scientists on a recent trade mission to China and...
Challenges step up for European non-dairy segment
Competition in the European non-dairy sector stepped up last month when the American organic and natural foods giant Hain Celestial acquired the German soya-based desserts firm Natumi. A move set to challenge the dominant player - Alpro - in the fast...
Fast-tracking health claims
A UK initiative has produced more than 80 nutrient function statements for vitamins and minerals that are well-established by science, providing the food industry with a useful reference in the preparation of health claims, writes Dominique Patton.
HR vote through the kids nutrition bill
The House of Representatives overwhelmingly adopted new rules last night to improve the dietary regime of children. Opportunities to supply the foodservice sector with health-promoting ingredients and food products have stepped up.
Diet has impact on breast cancer, say scientists
The typical Western diet, high in sugars and fats, red meat and dairy products, is directly linked to breast cancer risk, but despite this knowledge, we are not doing enough to prevent the disease, say Italian researchers.