Articles Tagged with ''dairy nutrition''

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are undergoing a revision in 2015, and drafts indicate the advisory committee will — for the first time — consider environmental impacts of food production as part of the criteria for food recommendations. 

Pomegranates, once considered exotic, are considered mainstream, like blueberries and strawberries. Growing in popularity are passion fruit, guava, mango and papaya.

Research shows that creative displays, enticing offerings and more options have children making healthier food choices.

A supermarket’s dairy department represents a ‘real-food’ source of protein, says the International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association. Two reports from the group offer consumer insights and propose opportunities for dairy processors and other food manufacturers.

Many factors — dietary and otherwise — affect body weight. How does functional fiber fit in?

Fortification of foods with vitamins and minerals has reduced the percentage of children with inadequate intakes of many micronutrients. Yet there is a fear that children are getting excessive amounts of certain nutrients.

The public looks at more than nutrition when making food choices. It considers sustainability and the environment. And health advice increasingly comes from those who aren’t doctors. Technology and networking help the dairy industry disseminate information.

Dairy, more than any other food category, is perfectly positioned to profit from the most important consumer trends shaping the food industry.

The majority of moms in the United States (71%) believe the foods they eat affect the quality of their lives.

Yakult U.S.A. sells its nontraditional beverages in only seven states. To raise awareness of probiotics and its brand, the company undertook an integrated marketing campaign.