Every month we take a look at the latest science on 100% fruit juice from academic journals and published reports. These are presented as bite-sized summaries for healthcare professionals.
Upon request from the AIJN, some of the world’s leading experts in diet, metabolism and plant bioactives recently met in Brussels to explain, explore and expand on the latest science around the health effects of fruits and 100% fruit juices.
Inflammation is an indicator of stress inside the body and is believed to influence the pathophysiology of conditions such as diabetes, insulin resistance, and cardiovascular disease.
An IPSOS study shows how GPs, Nutriotionists/Dieticians and Paediatricians view 100% fruit juice.
The renewed focus on sugar has tarnished the reputation of several foodstuffs that were once held to be healthy, such as 100% fruit juice, yogurt and breakfast cereals.
New scientific findings
The presence of the natural sugars in 100% fruit juices (100%FJ)has raised questions about whether they are simply ‘sugary drinks’in health terms.
During pregnancy, it’s more important than ever to consume anutrient-rich diet due to the enhanced need for certain vitamins,minerals and fatty acids.
Older people can be healthy and vigorous, or may require additionalsupport. However, according to the UK Office of National Statistics,adults are living longer but are still spending almost one fifth of theirlife in ill-health.
Childhood is the period from late infancy to the beginning ofadolescence. During this time, children increase their repertoire offoods and drinks, improving the variety and options for nutritionalintake.
According to the WHO, adolescents typically have the leasthealthy diets of any age group.
Despite sugar being in the news constantly, confusion remains about different sugar types and their metabolism.
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