Nutrient composition

The UK population may now be iodine-deficient, warranting a full review and evidence-based recommendations to safeguard public health, according to new research. Iodised salt has helped to reduce iodine deficiency globally, but is not currently used in the UK. The findings, presented at...

Background The range of protein intakes for optimizing bone health among premenopausal women is unclear. Protein is a major constituent of bone, but acidic amino acids may promote bone resorption. Objective The objective was to examine cross-sectional and longitudinal associations between...

Summary Association between dietary protein and fracture risk is unclear. We examined association between energy-adjusted protein intake and hip fracture risk in elders. The risk of hip fracture was reduced in upper quartiles of protein intake when compared with lowest quartile...

High-quality proteins make a valuable contribution to the synthesis and maintenance of muscle and indirectly to the regulation of blood glucose levels, thus contributing to power, strength, and energy. Eggs have traditionally been used as the standard of comparison for measuring protein...

Background The Nutrient Rich Foods (NRF) Index is a formal scoring system that ranks foods on the basis of their nutrient content. When used in conjunction with a food prices database, it can help identify foods that are both nutritious and affordable. Objective Our aim was to identify...