Role of Carbohydrates in Health & Disease - Evaluating Scientific Evidence for Dietary Guidance
Monograph 2006
This monograph gives an overview of the current status of carbohydrates science and consumption trends. The monograph also evaluates the role of carbohydrates in human health and disease such as obesity, diabetes, oral health, grain nutrition, cardiovascular health, and gut health.
Functional Foods in Asia – Current Status and Issues
Monograph 2004
The monograph provides a summary of the Asian perspective on functional foods based on the status in 11 countries, the regulatory systems implemented in certain Asian countries, the market, and consumer perceptions on functional foods.
A Guide to Safety Assessment of Genetically Modified Foods
Monograph 2006
The monograph addresses issues such as understanding the concept of risk assessment, substantial equivalence, host and donor organisms, modification method, molecular characterization, nutritional consideration, assessment of allergenic or toxic effects, and how the scientific information is used to make decision about safety.
Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) - Harmonization in Southeast Asia
Monograph 2005
This monograph documents the process of developing and establishing the harmonized RDAs for Southeast Asia. It also comprises state-of-the-art papers on 14 selected core nutrients prepared by several country representatives.
Oral and Dental Health - Prevention of Dental Caries, Erosion, Gingivitis and Periodontitis
Monograph 2009
Functional Foods - From Science to Health and Claims
Monograph 2008
Translation available in Portuguese.
Dietary Fibre
Monograph 2006
Translations available in English, Portuguese and Japanese
Threshold of Toxicological Concern (TTC)
Monograph 2005
Translations available in English and Spanish.
Type 2 Diabetes - Prevention and Management
Monograph 2005
Nutrition and Genetics - Mapping Individual Health
Monograph 2005