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…
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Nutrients
What Is Vitamin D?
Highlights Vitamin D is well-known for its critical role in bone health. It’s also an important component of the muscular, nervous and immune systems. Its role in the prevention…
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12 Nutrient-Dense, Shelf-Stable Foods To Include in Your Shopping Cart
As we enter the colder months and the pandemic continues, grocery shopping in an efficient and safe manner continues to be top-of-mind. While it’s ideal to have…
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What is Oat-based Milk?
IFIC’s 2020 Food and Health Survey found that in the past year nearly one in every four people say they’re consuming more plant-based dairy alternatives. Almond, coconut,…
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Consumer Survey: Nutrient Density and Health
Download the full report. Highlights Improving and maintaining health are the top incentives for choosing nutrient-dense foods. Fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats, and nuts and seeds are most…
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IFIC Comments to USDA and HHS on the Scientific Report of the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) submitted public comments to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regarding the…
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Your COVID-19 Resource for Food Safety and Nutrition
We’ve rounded up all of our COVID-19 resources on food production, food safety and nutrition, all in one spot: A Closer Look at Meat Safety During COVID-19…
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How to Save Money While Grocery Shopping
2020 has presented challenges in unprecedented ways, and many of us are still trying to get our bearings. Specifically, the coronavirus pandemic has put a serious financial…
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Consumer Survey: Purchasing Behaviors, Eating Decisions and Health Perceptions of Dietary Fats and Oils
Download the full report. Highlights Over one in three people seek out “low fat” or “reduced fat” foods or beverages, with dairy being the most common food category for low–fat options. Many say that…
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