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Dietary supplements: clinical cholesterol-lowering efficacy and potential mechanisms of action
Int J Food Sci Nutr. 2024 Apr 24:1-20. doi: 10.1080/09637486.2024.2342301. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThis review aims to analyse the efficacy of dietary supplements in reducing plasma cholesterol levels. Focusing on evidence from meta-analyses of randomised controlled clinical trials, with an emphasis on potential mechanisms of action as supported by human, animal, and cell studies. Certain dietary supplements including phytosterols, berberine, viscous soluble dietary fibres, garlic supplements, soy protein, specific probiotic strains, and certain polyphenol extracts could significantly reduce plasma total and low-dens...
Source: International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition - April 25, 2024 Category: Nutrition Authors: Qian Ge Yue Yan Yang Luo Tai Teng Caixia Cao Danqing Zhao Jing Zhang Caihong Li Wang Chen Binkun Yang Zicheng Yi Tengwen Chang Xiang Chen Source Type: research

Nutritional quality and level of processing of food items broadcasted on Italian television in advertisements targeted to children
This study evaluates the nutritional quality and level of processing of food and beverage products advertised on television channels most watched by children, in Italy. Data were collected over 20 non-consecutive days from the five top channels in Italy. A total of 209 food items were analysed using the Nutri-Score and the NOVA classification. Additionally, compliance with nutritional criteria established by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the EU-PLEDGE was assessed. Results indicate a high proportion of energy-dense and low nutritional quality foods, with 68% falling into less favourable Nutri-Score categories (C,...
Source: International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition - April 25, 2024 Category: Nutrition Authors: Donato Angelino Daniele Nucci Filippo Rabica Cristian Rota Monica Dinu Daniela Martini Vincenza Gianfredi Source Type: research

The Mediterranean diet, but not time-restricted eating, mediates the effects of nesfatin on beta cell function among overweight, metabolically healthy individuals
In conclusion, returning to normal eating habits after 7 weeks of strict adherence to MedDiet affects the homeostatic balance between insulin secretion and nesfatin.PMID:38659170 | DOI:10.1080/09637486.2024.2346777 (Source: International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition)
Source: International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition - April 25, 2024 Category: Nutrition Authors: Spyridon N Karras Theocharis Koufakis Georgios Dimakopoulos Djordje S Popovic Lilian Adamidou Kali Makedou Kalliopi Kotsa Source Type: research

Potentials and limitations of a food group-based algorithm to assess dietary nutrient intake of women in rural areas in Tanzania
Int J Food Sci Nutr. 2024 Apr 19:1-9. doi: 10.1080/09637486.2024.2335523. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of nutrient intake assessment with the food group-based algorithm "Calculator of Inadequate Micronutrient Intake" (CIMI) in comparison to the established nutrition software NutriSurvey. Using Food Frequency Questionnaires and 24-h dietary recalls of 1010 women from two rural districts in Tanzania, 23 relevant typical Tanzanian food groups were identified and subsequently the dietary protocols assessed via CIMI algorithm were compared by bivariate correlations and Bland-A...
Source: International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition - April 19, 2024 Category: Nutrition Authors: Laila Eleraky Wolfgang Stuetz Constance Rybak Jan Frank Hans Konrad Biesalski Hadijah Mbwana Joyce Kinabo Christine Lambert Source Type: research

Knowledge, attitude and behaviours towards food sustainability in a group of Italian consumers. A cross-sectional study
Int J Food Sci Nutr. 2024 Apr 4:1-12. doi: 10.1080/09637486.2024.2335524. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTSustainability is crucial for transforming the food system, addressing environmental and nutrition issues and depends on consumer perceptions and values. This cross-sectional study investigates the relationship between sustainability attitudes, knowledge, and eating behaviours. Nearly half reported high level of knowledge regarding food sustainability while 24% expressed high attitude towards food sustainability. Women reported higher levels of knowledge and attitude towards food sustainability. Logistic regression analy...
Source: International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition - April 4, 2024 Category: Nutrition Authors: Vincenza Gianfredi Lorenzo Stacchini Sofia Lotti Iris Sarno Francesco Sofi Monica Dinu Source Type: research