Awareness of health benefits of soy-food products among residents of a soybean-producing region of Tennessee

The different compartments of the gastrointestinal tract are inhabited by populations of micro-organisms. By far the most important predominant populations are in the colon where a true symbiosis with the host exists that is a key for well-being and health. For such a microbiota, ‘normobiosis’ characterises a composition of the gut ‘ecosystem’ in which micro-organisms with potential health benefits predominate in number over potentially harmful ones, in contrast to ‘dysbiosis’, in which one or a few potentially harmful micro-organisms are dominant, thus creating a disease-prone situation. The present document has been written by a group of both academic and industry experts (in the ILSI Europe Prebiotic Expert Group and Prebiotic Task Force, respectively). It does not aim to propose a new definition of a prebiotic nor to identify which food products are classified as prebiotic but rather to validate and expand the original idea of the prebiotic concept (that can be translated in ‘prebiotic effects’), defined as: ‘The selective stimulation of growth and/or activity(ies) of one or a limited number of microbial genus(era)/species in the gut microbiota that confer(s) health benefits to the host.’ Thanks to the methodological and fundamental research of microbiologists, immense progress has very recently been made in our understanding of the gut microbiota. A large number of human intervention studies have been performed that have demonstrated that dietary consumption of certain food products can result in statistically significant changes in the composition of the gut microbiota in line with the prebiotic concept. Thus the prebiotic effect is now a well-established scientific fact. The more data are accumulating, the more it will be recognised that such changes in the microbiota's composition, especially increase in bifidobacteria, can be regarded as a marker of intestinal health. The review is divided in chapters that cover the major areas of nutrition research where a prebiotic effect has tentatively been investigated for potential health benefits. The prebiotic effect has been shown to associate with modulation of biomarkers and activity(ies) of the immune system. Confirming the studies in adults, it has been demonstrated that, in infant nutrition, the prebiotic effect includes a significant change of gut microbiota composition, especially an increase of faecal concentrations of bifidobacteria. This concomitantly improves stool quality (pH, SCFA, frequency and consistency), reduces the risk of gastroenteritis and infections, improves general well-being and reduces the incidence of allergic symptoms such as atopic eczema. Changes in the gut microbiota composition are classically considered as one of the many factors involved in the pathogenesis of either inflammatory bowel disease or irritable bowel syndrome. The use of particular food products with a prebiotic effect has thus been tested in clinical trials with the objective to improve the clinical activity and well-being of patients with such disorders. Promising beneficial effects have been demonstrated in some preliminary studies, including changes in gut microbiota composition (especially increase in bifidobacteria concentration). Often associated with toxic load and/or miscellaneous risk factors, colon cancer is another pathology for which a possible role of gut microbiota composition has been hypothesised. Numerous experimental studies have reported reduction in incidence of tumours and cancers after feeding specific food products with a prebiotic effect. Some of these studies (including one human trial) have also reported that, in such conditions, gut microbiota composition was modified (especially due to increased concentration of bifidobacteria). Dietary intake of particular food products with a prebiotic effect has been shown, especially in adolescents, but also tentatively in postmenopausal women, to increase Ca absorption as well as bone Ca accretion and bone mineral density. Recent data, both from experimental models and from human studies, support the beneficial effects of particular food products with prebiotic properties on energy homaeostasis, satiety regulation and body weight gain. Together, with data in obese animals and patients, these studies support the hypothesis that gut microbiota composition (especially the number of bifidobacteria) may contribute to modulate metabolic processes associated with syndrome X, especially obesity and diabetes type 2. It is plausible, even though not exclusive, that these effects are linked to the microbiota-induced changes and it is feasible to conclude that their mechanisms fit into the prebiotic effect. However, the role of such changes in these health benefits remains to be definitively proven. As a result of the research activity that followed the publication of the prebiotic concept 15 years ago, it has become clear that products that cause a selective modification in the gut microbiota's composition and/or activity(ies) and thus strengthens normobiosis could either induce beneficial physiological effects in the colon and also in extra-intestinal compartments or contribute towards reducing the risk of dysbiosis and associated intestinal and systemic pathologies.

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Edible oleogels in food products to help maximize health benefits and improve nutritional profiles

Lipid Technology ◽

10.1002/lite.201200205 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 24 (7) ◽

pp. 151-154 ◽

Cited By ~ 90

Author(s):

Terri A. Stortz ◽

Alexander K. Zetzl ◽

Shai Barbut ◽

Andrea Cattaruzza ◽

Alejandro G. Marangoni

Keyword(s):

Health Benefits ◽

Food Products ◽

Nutritional Profiles

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RAGAM PRODUK OLAHAN TEMULAWAK UNTUK MENDUKUNG KEANEKARAGAMAN PANGAN

Jurnal Penelitian dan Pengembangan Pertanian ◽

10.21082/jp3.v36n1.2017.p1-12 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 36 (1) ◽

pp. 1

Author(s):

Aniswatul Khamidah ◽

Sri Satya Antarlina ◽

Tri Sudaryono

Keyword(s):

Essential Oils ◽

Food Industry ◽

Health Benefits ◽

Food Product ◽

Food Products ◽

Natural Dyes ◽

Post Harvest ◽

Yellow Substance ◽

Medical Benefits ◽

Main Components

Temulawak or javanese ginger (Curcuma xanthorrihza Roxb) is a rhizome herb that has medical benefits for increasing appetite and as an anticholesterol, antiinflammatory, antianemia, antioxidant and antimicrobe. Curcuminoid, a yellow substance in temulawak, has many health benefits. Besides for medicine, temulawak is used for food industry material mainly as natural dyes in food. The main components of temulawak are starch (41.45%) and fiber (12.62%). Temulawak also contains essential oils (3.81%) and curcumin (2.29%). Temulawak can be processed into various food products such us dried chips/simplicia (for steeping herbs), flour, instant drink, cookies, sweets, noodles, crackers, stick, cake, dodol and jelly candy. This paper describes composition, benefits, post-harvest handling and a variety of food products of temulawak.Keywords: Javanese ginger, benefits, food product, food diversification ABSTRAKTemulawak (Curcuma xanthorrihza Roxb) termasuk golongan tanaman rempah yang memiliki manfaat untuk meningkatkan nafsu makan dan sebagai antikolesterol, antiinflamasi, antianemia, antioksidan, dan antimikroba. Kurkuminoid sebagai zat utama yang berwarna kuning dalam temulawak diketahui memiliki banyak manfaat bagi kesehatan. Selain digunakan untuk pengobatan, temulawak berpeluang dikembangkan dalam industri pangan, terutama sebagai pewarna alami dalam makanan. Komponen terbesar dalam temulawak adalah pati 41,45% dan serat 12,62%. Temulawak juga mengandung minyak atsiri 3,81% dan kurkumin 2,29%. Temulawak dapat dikembangkan menjadi berbagai produk olahan pangan, antara lain simplisia, tepung, pati, minuman instan, kue kering, manisan, mi, kerupuk, stek, cake, dodol, dan permen jeli. Makalah ini memaparkan kandungan rimpang temulawak, manfaat, penanganan pascapanen, dan berbagai produk olahan temulawak.Kata kunci: temulawak, manfaat, produk olahan, keanekaragaman pangan

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‘Health Halo’: A new opportunity for Organic Food in COVID upsurge

Journal of University of Shanghai for Science and Technology ◽

10.51201/jusst/21/05232 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 23 (06) ◽

pp. 113-119

Author(s):

Shivani Kalra ◽

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Dr. Shailja Dixit ◽

Dr. Bobby W. Lyall ◽

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Keyword(s):

Design Method ◽

Health Benefits ◽

Organic Food ◽

Food Products ◽

Health Impact ◽

Medical Professionals ◽

The People ◽

Research Gap ◽

Organically Grown ◽

Method Approach

Purpose- In order to find out the health impact of organic food, this paper is a systematic review of prevalent literature that summarizes the health implications of organic food vs. non-organic food or conventional food on human health. With the upsurge in COVID cases globally, the demand for organic food has increased over the years. People have shifted toward organically grown food perceiving it to be healthy and safe for consumption which is also claimed to be an immunity booster. This paper not only underlines the health benefits of organic food but is also an attempt to find out the health halo if any behind such formed conventions and beliefs. Design/Method/Approach- The paper draws its knowledge from published work in reliable sources and attempts to understand the beliefs of organic food consumers. Findings- It was found that the people living in developed cities in India are aware of the prevalent benefits of consuming organic food products. They not only prefer organic food products but also consider them safe. Many states of India are working towards achieving the aim of getting 100% organic in the coming years. Various owners of supermarkets in India have witnessed a 30-40% increase in the sales of organic food in the last two years. Research Gap- Clinical research is required to further validate the claimed health benefits by medical professionals.

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To Raise or Not to Raise the Level of Ingredients in Yoghurts: Polish Consumer Preferences Regarding Dairy Products

Nutrients ◽

10.3390/nu11102526 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 11 (10) ◽

pp. 2526 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Marta Sajdakowska ◽

Agnieszka Tekień

Keyword(s):

Dairy Products ◽

Consumer Preferences ◽

New Products ◽

Dairy Product ◽

Health Benefits ◽

Product Category ◽

Food Products ◽

Perceived Health ◽

Computer Assisted ◽

Food Market

Modern consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the perceived health benefits of food. As a result, they are in search of various types of information, for example, information on the packaging of food products that could confirm to what extent the purchased product will meet their expectations regarding the proper composition, that is, nutritional value, or perceived health values earlier mentioned. Furthermore, consumers increasingly seek new dairy products with additional health benefits and, therefore, it is essential to explore which attributes are important drivers of food choices and how producers can better respond to shifting consumer values and needs in each dairy product category. Therefore, the aims of our research was twofold: (1) To determine different segments of consumers based on their preferences towards food and nutrition, including opinion on new food products with a particular emphasis on a dairy market as well as (2) to study the importance of some statements related to nutrition presented on the yoghurt label with a precise focus on aspects of the increased and decreased content of some ingredients. The data were collected using a CAPI (Computer Assisted Personal Interview) survey on a sample of 489 adult Polish consumers. Respondents provided answers to questions and took part in a discrete choice-based experiment. The obtained data were analysed using the clustering method. The segmentation was performed using a hierarchical Ward’s method. As a result, four segments were identified: Quality-oriented, Involved, Quality Enthusiasts, and Neutral. The results indicated that in relation to the features that are important in the case of yoghurts, the following were indicated above all: Beneficial effects on health, its sensory values, as well as its availability on the market and production by traditional methods. Consumers belonging to Quality Enthusiasts seemed to be the most promising segment due to their openness to new products, as well as positive feedback on yoghurt. From the perspective of taking action on the food market, Involved may also be interesting, as it showed their openness to new products available on the food market. However, due to the relatively lower, compared to other segments, assessment on the beneficial effect of yoghurt on health, their taste, aroma, availability, as well as the importance of information on care for the proper method of breeding animals, this segment can pose a special challenge to entrepreneurs. Moreover, Involved seemed to be more demanding and critical towards some projects undertaken on the market by policy makers and marketing practitioners.

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Gluten-free food database: the nutritional quality and cost of packaged gluten-free foods

PeerJ ◽

10.7717/peerj.1337 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 3 ◽

pp. e1337 ◽

Cited By ~ 63

Author(s):

Benjamin Missbach ◽

Lukas Schwingshackl ◽

Alina Billmann ◽

Aleksandra Mystek ◽

Melanie Hickelsberger ◽

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Keyword(s):

Celiac Disease ◽

Nutritional Quality ◽

Health Benefits ◽

Food Products ◽

Free Food ◽

Food Composition ◽

Nutrient Composition ◽

Bakery Products ◽

Gluten Free ◽

Approximation Process

Notwithstanding a growth in popularity and consumption of gluten-free (GF) food products, there is a lack of substantiated analysis of the nutritional quality compared with their gluten-containing counterparts. To put GF foods into proper perspective both for those who need it (patients with celiac disease) and for those who do not, we provide contemporary data about cost and nutritional quality of GF food products. The objective of this study is to develop a food composition database for seven discretionary food categories of packaged GF products. Nutrient composition, nutritional information and cost of foods from 63 GF and 126 gluten-containing counterparts were systematically obtained from 12 different Austrian supermarkets. The nutrition composition (macro and micronutrients) was analyzed by using two nutrient composition databases in a stepwise approximation process. A total of 63 packaged GF foods were included in the analysis representing a broad spectrum of different GF categories (flour/bake mix, bread and bakery products, pasta and cereal-based food, cereals, cookies and cakes, snacks and convenience food). Our results show that the protein content of GF products is >2 fold lower across 57% of all food categories. In 65% of all GF foods, low sodium content was observed (defined as <120 mg/100 g). Across all GF products, 19% can be classified as source high in fiber (defined as >6g/100 g). On average, GF foods were substantially higher in cost, ranging from +205% (cereals) to +267% (bread and bakery products) compared to similar gluten-containing products. In conclusion, our results indicate that for GF foods no predominant health benefits are indicated; in fact, some critical nutrients must be considered when being on a GF diet. For individuals with celiac disease, the GF database provides a helpful tool to identify the food composition of their medical diet. For healthy consumers, replacing gluten-containing products with GF foods is aligned with substantial cost differences but GF foods do not provide additional health benefits from a nutritional perspective.

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Challenges and opportunities for promoting functional foods in e-commerce

E3S Web of Conferences ◽

10.1051/e3sconf/202016409012 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 164 ◽

pp. 09012

Author(s):

Liudmila Nilova ◽

Svetlana Malyutenkova

Keyword(s):

Functional Foods ◽

Health Benefits ◽

Food Products ◽

Additional Restriction ◽

Additional Information ◽

Online Purchases ◽

Lack Of Information ◽

Challenges And Opportunities ◽

Online Stores ◽

Fresh Products

In order to promote functional foods, the consumer should be informed about the health benefits that can be done through e-commerce. A survey of consumers living in St. Petersburg showed that only 18% of respondents carry out the order of food products via the Internet with the immediate prospect of increasing their number by 19%. An analysis of the websites of online stores, the assortment of food products on the example of bread and bakery products and the terms for their delivery and return revealed the main reasons for restricting online purchases of food products: the absence of significant differences in the assortment between online stores and retail outlets; lack of confidence in the delivery of quality and fresh products; the difficulty of returning products. An additional restriction on the purchase of functional foods is the lack of information about their health benefits, both on the websites of online stores and in the labelling. It is proposed to clearly position functional products on the websites of online stores in the bread and bakery segment, providing them with additional information resources about health benefits; create an additional service “Baking to order” with special delivery terms.

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