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(McCance & Widdowson 2015 (xlsx)). Salt can be calculated by multiplying sodium by 2.5. Food Item Processed or unprocessed version Sodium content...

Sodium is an essential nutrient and is necessary for normal cell function and for neurotransmission.

Aquatic foods are rich in micronutrients essential to human health, and fisheries and aquaculture are increasingly recognized for their capacity to contribute to reducing global micronutrient deficiencies...

Consumption of unhealthy commercial foods and beverages (UCFB) is common among infants and young children living in low- and middle-income countries. Such foods can displace other...

Risk factors related to obesity as described by health-related organisations Effect of diet on obesity World Health Organization 2018 ‘daily consumption of fruits and vegetables...

Obesity is a chronic relapsing disease, which in turn acts as a gateway to a range of other non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and cancer.

Summary of FBDG guidance on processing of foods for the EU, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and the United Kingdom Due care was taken to ensure factually correct information. Food...

Summary of FBDG guidance on sweeteners for the EU, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and the United Kingdom Due care was taken to ensure factually correct information. Food groupings...

Summary of FBDG guidance on body weight/ Body Mass Index (BMI) for the EU, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and the United Kingdom Due care was taken to...

Summary of FBDG guidance on physical activity for the EU, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and the United Kingdom Due care was taken to ensure factually correct information. Food...