Two human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) ingredients from Dsm-Firmenich (Kaiseraugst, Switzerland) are now approved for infant nutrition in China. The ingredients are GlyCare 2’-fucosyllactose (2’-FL) and GlyCare lacto-N-neotetraose (LNnT). “This approval is a significant milestone as it will create new opportunities for innovation in the field of early-life nutrition and make the unique benefits of HMOs…

THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS — Millers from Africa and Asia have joined other stakeholders to announce a commitment to reach 1 billion people with adequately fortified rice, edible oil and flour by 2026. To do this, Millers for Nutrition, a new industry-led coalition, said it will make adequate fortification of staple foods easier and more rewarding for…

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain My nine-year-old grandson recently told me the bits of spinach in my tortellini soup were his “worst nightmare.” A bit over-dramatic, don’t you think? This same kid has no problem downing any sweet treat that comes his way, however. Why do kids have such a strong preference for sweets? We are…

Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become weakened, making them more prone to fractures and breaks. This chronic illness, which worsens with age, affects millions of people. While genetics and lifestyle choices also play a part in osteoporosis development, the importance of nutrition cannot be overstated. Osteoporosis is primarily a disease of bone…

Amanda Robbins, MS, RDN, LD. Submitted photo FARMINGTON — Marcy Lawless, MaineHealth mountain regional manager for clinical nutrition services, is pleased to announce that Amanda Robbins, MS, RDN, LD, has joined the clinical nutrition team at Franklin. Robbins completed her undergraduate and graduate degrees in food science and human nutrition, with completion of the dietetic…

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU)– A Northern Michigan community college is continuing to explore different ways to help students save money. Kirtland Community College in Crawford County is teaming up with Central Michigan University. The partnership is designed to help transfer students pursuing a degree in dietetics and nutrition. CMU and Kirtland agreed on a two-year…

Photo Credit: https://www.healthline.com/ After taking a phenomenal, quick, and easy free course by Molly Galbraith, CSCS, the creator of GirlsGoneStrong, I wanted to share some helpful insights and takeaways about prioritizing your nutrition and training for a healthy menstrual cycle.  She does an amazing job providing information and actionable steps to promote and support a…

Powdered drink mixes that are widely promoted as “toddler milks” for older babies and children up to age 3 are unregulated, unnecessary and “nutritionally incomplete,” the American Academy of Pediatrics warned Friday. The drinks, which are touted to parents on TikTok, in television ads and on other sites, often contain added sugar and salt. The…

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) – As you reach your golden years, preparing three nutritious meals a day can become a chore. Monica Wright, executive director for the Caddo Council on Aging, visited the KSLA Café on Thursday (Oct. 19) to shed some light on meal prep, red flags in your loved ones and available services. WATCH…