Consumers confused about the safety of seafood

Seafood continues to be a proven strong nutrient-rich food providing essential vitamins, minerals and omega-3 fatty acids, but consumers and some toxicologists still keep a watchful eye on safety, according to a recent panel discussion at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo® held at McCormick Place…

‘Functional foods:’ Creating and marketing food products that prevent disease and obesity

Creating and promoting foods that contain natural inhibitors of unhealthy angiogenesis – the formation of blood vessels that feed and promote disease, obesity and inflammation – is the “new frontier in dietary health,” according to a presentation at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo® in Chicago…

Healthy Food Choices And Taste Rules For Kids

Sweet and salty flavors, repeat exposure, serving size and parental behavior are the key drivers in children’s food choices, according to a recent panel discussion at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo® held at McCormick Place…

Feeling Full During Weight Loss With The Right Snack

Healthy snacks that promote a feeling of fullness (satiety) may reduce the amount of food intake at subsequent meals and limit overall food consumption, according to a presentation at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo in Chicago®…

Taking Vitamins And Minerals Boosts Energy And Enhances Mood

Vitamin and mineral supplements can enhance mental energy and well-being not only for healthy adults but for those prone to anxiety and depression, according to a panel discussion at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo® held at McCormick Place. Bonnie Kaplan, Ph.D…

Snacking Constitutes 25 Percent Of Calories Consumed In U.S.

Snacking, especially beverage consumption outside of a regular meal, continues to increase among Americans, accounting for more than 25 percent of calorie intake each day, according to research presented at the 2011 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo®…

Whole And Refined Grains Have A Place Within New Dietary Guidelines

Consumers should divide their daily grain servings between whole and refined varieties to avoid missing out on the important health benefits of both, according to experts at a symposium Tuesday during the 2011 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo®…

Institute Of Food Technologists Selects 2011 Fellows

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) is proud to announce its 2011 Fellows. This is a unique professional distinction given to individuals with outstanding and extraordinary qualifications and experience for their contributions to the food science and technology field…

Institute Of Food Technologists Cites Opportunities And Challenges For Dietary Guidelines Implementation

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) announced its support for the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) as a landmark opportunity to ensure that Americans focus on healthier food choices and increased physical activity…