We’re going to dive into the Food and Health Survey 2018 results related to eating patterns—particularly, the diets people are following, why they’re following them and how they have (or have not) come to know and understand MyPlate.
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More than two-thirds of older adults are managing more than one chronic disease. Despite this rising trend, adults today are tuning into their health and turning to nutrition to do so, according to a new study by the International Food Information Council and supported by Abbott.
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When you think about trying to eat healthier, sugary foods and drinks probably don’t top your list of things to eat more of. It’s understandable - we hear a lot about sugar and what we hear isn’t always so sweet. But is what we hear about sugar true? A recent Healthline article confronts some of...
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In this month's issue:
2018 Food and Health Survey
Pore Over What Drinking Only Coffee & Tea All Day Does to Your Body
Nutrigenomics in the News
Every Drop Counts
Gut Check: Fermented Foods and the Microbiome
Snacks: Purposeful Partner or Unnecessary Nuisance?
Spring into Fresh Produce
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While genetically engineered foods (genetically modified organisms or “GMOs”) have been safely produced and consumed for more than 20 years, debate and controversy over the technology have persisted.
On this edition of DataDish, we talk to Mark Lynas, a visiting Fellow at Cornell University’s...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 16, 2018
More than one in three U.S. consumers are following a specific diet or eating pattern, and they are increasingly averse to carbohydrates and sugar, according to the 13th Annual Food and Health Survey, released today by the International Food...
Data & Survey
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation’s 2018 Food and Health Survey marks the 13th time the IFIC Foundation has surveyed American consumers to understand their perceptions, beliefs and behaviors around food and food purchasing decisions.
This year, the survey continues an...
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We’re back again with another edition of Gut Check, our series on the relationship between food and the gut microbiome. So far, we’ve taken a closer look at how whole grains and fiber affect our gut microbes. Today we’re exploring a popular topic: fermented foods.
Just a few years ago, a search for...
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We’re back with another installation of Sound Science, the forum where we spotlight quality research studies and scientific conclusions that may have flown under your radar. This time, we’re looking at low-calorie sweeteners (LCSs).
We like sweet foods—there’s just no denying it. In part, it's...
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I’m always nervous I’m about to get a side-eye from friends and family when I pull out a snack. It’s as if, because I’m a registered dietitian, I should only eat three meals each day and never need anything in between. The truth is, most of us eat snacks daily, and that’s OK! If you’re curious...
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Protein is an essential nutrient — it’s important for everything from appetite regulation to physical fitness to healthy skin and hair. But what exactly is a protein? How much do we need, and where do we get it?
On this edition of DataDish, we talk with Ali Webster, PhD, RD, Associate Director of...
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While it is encouraged that we drink the recommended amount of water each day, many people may choose different ways to hydrate. Coffee and tea are two favorite beverage choices—especially during the workday, when caffeine feels like a necessity. But some may ask, “Will caffeinated beverages just...
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The use of natural resources such as water in food production is a sustainability issue that continues to be on the radar of many farmers, scientists and consumers. In many regions of the world, water scarcity is on the rise as the demand for food production increases.
We’ve discussed how farmers...
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Overwhelmed by food choices and fad diets? Wondering how - or if - your food choices can decrease your risk for chronic disease? Are you making all of the “right” choices regarding diet, physical activity, and lifestyle habits, yet not seeing the results you’re looking for?
In the future, you may...
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There’s nothing quite like the crisp smell of spring after a long, cold winter (much like the one we’ve had!).
For the last few months, many of us have relied on warmer areas of the world to provide fresh produce, which can limit our options. As spring arises and the weather begins to warm...
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In this month's issue:
Low-Income Americans Over 50 Face Unique Health and Nutrition Hurdles
Go Further with Food: 3 New Nutrition Facts
4 Ways to Subtract Added Sugars from your Diet
Food Additives and Ingredients: Resources You Can Use
Taking Sustainability to the Next Level
3 Ways Mindfulness...
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I have a love-hate relationship with the internet. On the one hand, it’s a great place to learn how to fix a hem, Scrabble-certified words with Z and X, and the capital of Malta. Unless you know where to search and the credible sources, the internet is not always a great place to learn about...
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