Every time I set foot on the expo floor at the Nutrition & Dietetics annual Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE), I have an experience that completely changes the way I think about my health. FNCE 2016 in Boston, October 15-18, had even more surprises and some much anticipated trends.
As nationwide programs including My Plate and Fruits & Veggies – More Matters continue to emphasize the importance of a nutritious diet full of fresh fruits and vegetables, the importance of organic and natural foods and supplements continues to be paramount. Although most Americans include a multi-vitamin in their natural...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Did you know that more than 29 million Americans have diabetes (1)? That’s more than 9% of the total population. The numbers climb every year with approximately 1.4 million Americans diagnosed with diabetes every year (1). With numbers like these, it’s no wonder why many consumers want to support healthy...
Baltimore, MD—At Expo East, The Organic Center hosted an education session titled, “Environmental Benefits of Organic Agriculture” in which Tracy Misiewicz, associate director of science programs for the Center explained how organic farming is a more sustainable approach to agriculture than conventional farming. The most significant difference has to do...
As children, we were all reminded to drink milk to grow strong bones or to eat bananas to prevent cramping up on the soccer field. What our parents did not tell us, however, was that a variety of important minerals are crucial to our wellbeing. Minerals are elements created in...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Women are said to have 70–80% of the buying power in this country (1). What are you doing to make your store and its offerings appealing to them? Make sure your staff is up to date on women’s top health concerns and are prepared to help female shoppers make good...
We have been chatting with Maret Traber, Ph.D., about her research on the basics of vitamin E function and now we can move on to some of her latest research. This month we will discuss more about the upcoming label changes of vitamin E supplements, the increased need for vitamin...
Clear, central vision is essential for everyday life. However, with age, vision loss becomes a common issue. One concern is the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a condition that causes vision loss over time and is linked to factors such as genetics, smoking and overall nutrition (1). The National...
Critical food shortages are currently creating an unwanted situation in one of South America's largest nations, a level of malnutrition not commonly seen other than in the most poverty stricken countries in Africa. Caused by the current economic crisis in the country, extremely grave types of malnutrition in children are making headlines globally.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]From the moment a child comes into their world, parents are in a constant state of concern. Are their little ones safe, happy and healthy, both mentally and physically? Ensuring growing bodies are getting the nutrition they need can be a hugely stressful part of day-to-day life, especially with busy...
