Proceedings of the Symposium and Workshop on Biotechnology-Derived Nutritious Foods: Challenges and Opportunities in Asia
Journal Article 2005
The proceedings of the symposium focus on nutrition problems in developing countries and potential strategies to address the challenges. This piece also cautions against focusing on single nutrient problems and illustrated the need to consider the potential impact of multiple nutrient inadequacies.
Special Report on the 2nd International Conference on East-West Perspectives on Functional Foods: Science, Innovations and Claims
Journal Article 2008
This article reviews the current regulatory status of nutrition and health claims related to functional foods, countries experiences on the substantiation of claims, and effective communication strategies to consumers.
Special Report on Symposium on Understanding and Influencing Consumer Food Behaviours for Health: Executive Summary Report
Journal Article 2008
The symposium report examines the current understanding of Asian consumers and their food choices, the use of consumer research to modify food choices, and how health programs and food regulations can be used to promote healthier choices.
Special Report on Symposium on Diet, Nutrition and Immunity
Journal Article 2009
The symposium report reviews the development of the immune system particularly in infancy, as well as the role of diet, exercise and aging on immunocompetence. Also discussed are the importance of specific nutrients on enhancing immunity and the significance of maintaining a healthy microbiota in the gut leading to the concept of pro- and pre-biotics.
Symposium on Plant Polyphenols: Nutrition, Health and Innovations, June 2009
Journal Article 2010
This report describes symposium discussion on plant polyphenols and their nutritive and health properties. Plant polyphenols connection to cardiovascular disease and cancer were highlighted.
Seminar on Young Child Nutrition Improving Nutrition and Health Status of Young Children in Indonesia
Journal Article 2011
ILSI Southeast Asia Region health seminar takes a look at children’s Nutrition and health.
Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics: Viewpoints on the Current Status and Applications in Nutrition Research and Practice
Journal Article 2011
Collaboration between ILSI SEA Region and CSIRO of Australia on nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics. The report’s focus is basic concepts and how emerging knowledge of nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics can be used to optimize health related issues.
EURRECA - A Network of Excellence to align European Micronutrient Recommendations
Journal Article 2008
Risk-Benefit Considerations of Mitigation Measures on Acrylamide Content of Foods - A Case Study on Potatoes, Cereals and Coffee
Journal Article 2008
Micronutrient Status, Cognition and Behavioral Problems in Childhood
Journal Article 2008