New data from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) suggests that almonds provide fewer calories than we previously thought, and this depends on whether the almonds are whole, chopped or roasted. David Baer, PhD, and his team from USDA’s Agricultural Research...
As experts in nutrition, dietitians pride themselves in keeping up to date with the latest developments in public health policy, research and nutrition trends. The publication of Public Health England’s Childhood Obesity Report in August 2016 received mixed reviews,...
Today, the British Dietetic Association has expressed its disappointment at the “much diminished” Childhood Obesity Strategy published today by the government: Key policies which could drive down obesity rates amongst children and young people have been dropped,...
When & Where: Thursday 22nd September at The Royal Society in London This conference looks pretty exciting – have you seen the line-up of speakers? I’m looking forward to hearing about expert views on voluntary reformulation and the potential impact of a...
Paul: “I used to be starving just before mealtimes and so ended up overeating a lot. Since I started having snacks between meals even when I wasn’t hungry, I no longer feel ravenous at meal-times.” Wise, planned snacks can be part of a balanced...
