AAK: Stronger supply chains and disruptive tech are crucial for future nutrition innovation
Amid the current volatile macroeconomic environment, preparing for shifts in supply chains is essential for any industry. For nutrition, this means ensuring that people can still access healthy and...
Food deserts driven by inequality, shows purchasing data from Tesco
A study using purchasing data from Tesco to map areas in London, England, has identified areas where residents’ diets are nutritionally inadequate, leading to “food deserts.” It found that financial...
Legumes may provide as much amino acids and proteins as red meat, says study
21 Aug 2023 --- Fava bean and pea-based products are a safe alternative to red meat in providing sufficient amino acids and protein intake without compromising bone health, according to a study by...
Brain changes from diabetes: MRI scans show adverse health effects from longer sickness duration
11 Aug 2023 --- US-based researchers have found study participants who had Type 2 diabetes for a longer period of time had a higher risk of experiencing changes in the brain such as decreased mean...
USDA invests US$30M in nutrition program to improve quality of school meals
10 Aug 2023 --- The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing US$30 million in a partnership with Action for Healthy Kids to distribute across 264 school districts in 44 states. Each district...
Ingredient synergies II: Blending individual compounds for nutritional absorption and optimal health
10 Aug 2023 --- Combining ingredients holds the power to enhance nutritional value and benefit health. In this week’s Special Report, we discuss ingredient synergies for gut health, immunity, active...
Drinking sugary beverages increase the risk for fatal liver disease says study, while experts question its methods
09 Aug 2023 --- A study of nearly 99,000 postmenopausal women throughout two decades has found an 85% increased risk of developing liver cancer and a 68% increased risk of chronic liver disease...
Ingredient synergies: The importance of mixing the “right ingredients”
09 Aug 2023 --- Ahead of this week’s Special Report on ingredient synergies, Nutrition Insight speaks with professionals from IFF, Gnosis by Lesaffre, Lubrizol Life Science and Euromed about what...
