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Released: 26-Mar-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Register Today for Food and Nutrition Institute’s Fourth Annual Conference on Science, Regulation
Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences

Registration is open for what promises to be an exciting scientific program with important technical updates for those curious about science in the food and beverage sector.

Released: 20-Mar-2024 11:45 AM EDT
Life in the Age of Plastics: Prevalence and Risks of Nano and Microplastics in Food & Beverage Containers
Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences

‘Nano- and Microplastics from Food Contact Containers: Unveiling the Known and the Unknown’ is the title of a free webinar coming up April 3.

Released: 20-Mar-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Nudging the public’s thirst for draught alcohol-free beers could significantly reduce alcohol-associated harms, new study finds
University of Bristol

Making alcohol-free beer more widely available on draught in pubs and bars may help people switch from alcoholic to alcohol-free beer, a new study published in Addiction today [21 March], has found. Pubs and bars taking part in the University of Bristol, UK, led trial saw an increase in sales of healthier non-alcoholic draught beer.

Newswise: Illinois to Create Global Center of Excellence in Food and Agricultural Communications
Released: 19-Mar-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Illinois to Create Global Center of Excellence in Food and Agricultural Communications
College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign will unveil plans for a global center for food and agricultural communications today at 2 p.m. Central Time on The Cowboy Channel as part of the National Ag Day celebration.

Newswise:Video Embedded better-kombucha-brewing-through-chemistry
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11-Mar-2024 11:45 PM EDT
Better kombucha brewing through chemistry
American Chemical Society (ACS)

These chemists are investigating ways to reliably minimize alcohol and tailor taste profiles during the kombucha fermentation process to help home and commercial producers optimize their funky brews. They will present their results at ACS Spring 2024.

Newswise:Video Embedded the-many-flavors-of-edible-ants
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11-Mar-2024 11:45 PM EDT
The many flavors of edible ants
American Chemical Society (ACS)

Ants are commonly eaten in some parts of the world, roasted and eaten whole or ground and used to add flavor and texture to dishes. Each species has its own unique flavor, and researchers now report the aroma profiles of four species of edible ants. They will present their results at ACS Spring 2024.

Released: 15-Mar-2024 12:05 PM EDT
Fatty food before surgery may impair memory in old, young adults
Ohio State University

Eating fatty food in the days leading up to surgery may prompt a heightened inflammatory response in the brain that interferes for weeks with memory-related cognitive function in older adults – and, new research in animals suggests, even in young adults.

Released: 14-Mar-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Study: How home food availability affects young children’s nutrient intake
College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Early childhood is an important time for learning about nutrition and establishing healthy eating behaviors. Young children rely on parents to provide food options, and the availability of food in the home affects their dietary choices.

Released: 14-Mar-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Restricting Carbohydrates Linked with Cardiometabolic Indicators but Not Mortality
Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences

New study finds that getting less than 45% of total energy from carbohydrates is not associated with elevated mortality risk compared with groups that consume more carbohydrates.

Newswise: It’s Hearty, It’s Meaty, It’s Mold
Released: 14-Mar-2024 6:00 AM EDT
It’s Hearty, It’s Meaty, It’s Mold
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Fungi naturally produce all the ingredients needed for a cruelty-free meat substitute. Our scientists are exploring how tuning the genomes of mushrooms and molds can transform these food sources into gourmet, nutrient-packed meals made with minimal processing and a light environmental footprint.

Newswise: Brain development of the unborn baby: a combined effect of genetics and food availability
Released: 13-Mar-2024 7:05 PM EDT
Brain development of the unborn baby: a combined effect of genetics and food availability
Universite de Montreal

A new population study led by researcher Tomas Paus , professor of psychiatry and neuroscience at the University of Montreal and researcher at CHU Sainte-Justine, highlights the respective roles of maternal and fetal genes in the growth of the baby's cerebral cortex .

Newswise: Shrimp Waste Revolution: Unlocking Potent Antioxidants for Health and Sustainability
Released: 13-Mar-2024 9:00 AM EDT
Shrimp Waste Revolution: Unlocking Potent Antioxidants for Health and Sustainability
Chinese Academy of Sciences

Scientists have discovered unparalleled antioxidative compounds in Northern shrimp (Pandalus borealis), signifying a major leap forward for both the food and pharmaceutical sectors. This study not only underscores the nutritional value of shrimp but also reveals novel compounds that offer promising health advantages.

Released: 12-Mar-2024 10:50 AM EDT
Added Dietary Fiber’s Health Effects in Children Warrants Closer Look
Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences

There is enough evidence to evaluate several health benefits in children associated with adding isolated and synthesized fibers to food.

5-Mar-2024 8:00 AM EST
Is Your Margarita Giving You a Rash?
American Academy of Dermatology

Sun sensitivity and related skin conditions are often misunderstood. Foods, medications, and skincare products can trigger symptoms like itching, redness, blistering, or burning. One of the most common conditions is photocontact dermatitis, a skin reaction occurring when certain substances come into contact with skin that is exposed to the sun.

Newswise: Mosaic Biosciences™ Joins the International Phytobiomes Alliance
Released: 5-Mar-2024 9:00 AM EST
Mosaic Biosciences™ Joins the International Phytobiomes Alliance
International Phytobiomes Alliance

The International Alliance for Phytobiomes Research is pleased to announce that Mosaic Biosciences™ has joined the organization as a sponsoring partner.

Newswise: Revolutionizing Infant Formula Safety: A New Frontier in Pathogen Detection
Released: 5-Mar-2024 8:05 AM EST
Revolutionizing Infant Formula Safety: A New Frontier in Pathogen Detection
Chinese Academy of Sciences

Cronobacter sakazakii is a harmful germ that can be found in powdered baby formula. It can cause very serious health problems in infants, such as meningitis and septicemia. Right now, it takes a long time and is complicated to check if the germ is in the formula. However, a new study has created a special test that uses a computer program to find the germ in the formula. This new method makes it easier and faster to find the germ, which is known for causing serious illness in babies. It helps make sure that baby formula is safe to use.

Released: 28-Feb-2024 10:05 PM EST
Consumers empowered with the facts on dairy’s nutritional benefits buy and consume more dairy foods
Elsevier

Participants in a JDS Communications® study increased their purchasing and consumption of cheese, ice cream, milk, and yogurt by more than 20% after learning more about dairy nutrition.

Released: 27-Feb-2024 6:05 AM EST
Can hunger be eradicated by 2030?
McGill University

World hunger is growing at an alarming rate, with prolonged conflicts, climate change, and COVID-19 exacerbating the problem.

Newswise: Berkowitz Authors NEJM Perspective Piece on Food Insecurity
Released: 26-Feb-2024 2:05 PM EST
Berkowitz Authors NEJM Perspective Piece on Food Insecurity
University of North Carolina Health Care System

Published in the New England Journal of Medicine, Seth A. Berkowitz, MD, MPH, associate professor of medicine at the UNC School of Medicine, wrote perspective piece on how medically tailored meals address health consequences of food insecurity.


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