The popularity of protein among Americans is undeniable. It is our favorite and least demonized macronutrient. Although protein has become increasingly buzzworthy, the main motivation behind consuming…
Nutrients
Consumer Surveys: A Continued Look at COVID-19’s Impact on Food Purchasing, Eating Behaviors and Perceptions of Food Safety
In the United States, the COVID-19 pandemic has been entrenched in our daily lives for the better part of one year. In the midst of its impact on the health of many and…
Diversifying MyPlate: Haitian Cuisine
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans and its associated MyPlate graphic are commonly referenced resources for learning about healthy and nutritious eating. The recently-updated 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for…
What Is Lactose?
There are many different types of sugars. Some are monosaccharides, which are single units of sugar and are often referred to as “simple” sugars. Other sugars are disaccharides,…
IFIC Survey: Understanding the Purchasing Behaviors and Preferences of Dairy Consumers
Download the survey results here Highlights Americans who consume dairy report eating or drinking dairy-based products more frequently than plant-based, non-dairy alternatives. When it comes to choosing…
What is the Flexitarian Diet?
Download the Flexitarian Diet Fact Sheet Here Highlights The flexitarian diet can be generally defined as a semi-vegetarian, plant-forward diet. More specifically, the flexitarian diet is a…
Snacking Profiles: Which One Are You?
As the nature and pace of our lives evolve, so do our eating habits. One kind of eating—snacking—is now more commonplace than ever before. IFIC’s 2020 Food…
Probiotics Are Popping Up Everywhere: Here’s What You Need To Know
Improving and maintaining our health through our food choices has always been a topic of interest for many people, and at no point in recent history has…
Five Specialty Culinary Oils: Their Health Benefits and How To Use Them
The first article in our two-part series on culinary oils covered different types of popular cooking oils. Many popular oils have great utility in the kitchen due to their wide range…