Food, Health & Nutrition

Discover applied science and market trends associated with the development of foods to maintain and improve health and wellness. Delve into IFT's various news and publication resources to learn more about food and how it can support weight management, nutrigenomics, and the prevention and management of diabetes, heart disease, bone/joint diseases, cancer, and more.

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IFT Ultra-Processed Foods Content Collection

Explore IFT's ultra-processed foods content collection

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Sugar Alternatives Overview

A deep-dive into some of the most common sugar alternatives including common use cases, regulatory status, scientific studies, and considerations for substitutions. Exclusive to IFT members.

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Sugar Alternatives At a Glance

A high-level overview of common names, commercial derivation, and sweetness level.

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How GLP-1 Adoption Is Shaping Formulation Strategies

As GLP-1 adoption reshapes appetite, satiety, and purchasing patterns, food and beverage manufacturers are reassessing formulation strategies. In this Q&A, Tate & Lyle’s Jenna Peterson discusses ingredient approaches to support sugar reduction, fiber fortification, and nutrient density while maintaining taste and texture.

Nutrition Gets Personal

In this column, the authors explore how genetics, multi-omics tools, wearables, and AI are advancing precision nutrition and predicting individual dietary responses.

Subtopics

  1. Diet and Health
  2. Dietary Guidelines
  3. Dietary Supplements
  4. Functional Foods
  5. Microbiome
  6. Obesity and Weight Management
  7. Personalized Nutrition
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