Nutrition Archives - Page 11 of 11

Protein Intake and Healthy Aging

May 18, 2015/in Protein /by blarrick

Aging is associated with many physiological and metabolic changes. The role of dietary protein in aging has focused largely on musculoskeletal aging; however, protein may also have implications for age-related physiological functional changes beyond muscle and bone. The aim of this study is to assess the importance of protein intake in mid-life to healthy aging.

Institution: USDA Jean Mayer Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging
Principal Investigator: Paul Jacques, DSc
Year Awarded: 2015

Protein Intake and Functional Integrity in Aging: The Framingham Heart Study Offspring

Dietary Protein and Changes in Markers of Cardiometabolic Health Across 20 Years of Follow-Up in Middle-Aged Americans

Learn more about the IAFNS Protein Committee.

Evidence Mapping of Low-Calorie Sweeteners and Health Outcomes

July 11, 2014/in Low-Calorie Sweeteners /by blarrick

As concerns regarding the link between added sugars and obesity risk rise, there is increasing interest in low-calorie sweeteners (LCSs) as a common replacement of added sugars to help reduce total energy intake and reduce excess body weight. In 2012, a joint scientific statement from the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association (AHA/ADA) concluded that, at that time, there were insufficient data to determine conclusively whether the use of LCSs to displace caloric sweeteners in beverage and food reduces added sugars or carbohydrate intake, or modifies appetite, energy balance, body weight, or cardiometabolic risk factors. This project aims to identify and prioritize the direction of future research for LCS intakes and health outcomes.

Institution: Tufts University
Principal Investigator: Mei Chung, PhD
Year Awarded: 2014

Learn more about the IAFNS Low-Calorie Sweeteners Committee.

Development of a Fortification Database

July 9, 2014/in Fortification /by blarrick

The aim of this project is to develop a database of enriched, fortified, and intrinsic nutrient levels for all foods reported consumed in the 2007-2008, 2009-2010 WWEIA, NHANES, and also the2011-2012 WWEIA, NHANES, which provides the most recent nationally representative food consumption data for the U.S. population at this time. The database can be used to estimate updated intakes of nutrients added for fortification or enrichment purposes. Ultimately, information on nutrient intakes from added sources could be used to better align intakes with nutrient needs.

Institution: Exponent
Principal Investigator: Mary Murphy, MS, RD
Year Awarded: 2014

Development of a Fiber Database and Evidence Map

October 4, 2013/in Carbohydrates /by blarrick

Thousands of studies have been completed on a wide range of fiber and fiber-rich foods examining a wide range of health outcomes. The aim of this project is to develop a comprehensive database of fibers to enable efficient conduct of systematic evidence reviews linking specific fibers and fiber sources with high potential human health outcomes.

Institution: Jean Mayer USDA HNRCA at Tufts University
Principal Investigator: Nicola McKeown, PhD
Year Awarded: 2013

Learn more about the IAFNS Carbohydrates Committee.

Low-Calorie Sweeteners and Body Weight and Composition

August 22, 2013/in Low-Calorie Sweeteners /by blarrick

Replacement of caloric sweeteners with lower- or no calorie alternatives may facilitate weight loss or weight maintenance by helping to reduce energy intake. However, past research examining the relationship between low-calorie sweeteners (LCSs) and body weight has produced mixed results. The aim of this study was to systematically review and quantitatively evaluate randomized controlled trials and prospective cohort studies, separately, that examined the relation between LCSs and body weight and composition.

Institution: Exponent
Principal Investigator: Paige Miller, PhD, MPH, RD
Year Awarded: 2013

Learn more about the IAFNS Low-Calorie Sweeteners Committee.

Future Research Needs Assessment for Fructose/Sugar and Health Outcomes

April 29, 2013/in Carbohydrates /by blarrick

The aim of this project is to identify research gaps and prioritize research needs related to dietary sugars and potentially related health outcomes.

Institution: Tufts University
Principal Investigator: Mei Chung, PhD
Year Awarded: 2013