Assessment of nutritional profiles: a novel system based on a comprehensive approach

The prevalence of non-communicable diseases (for example, cardiovascular disorders, type 2 diabetes and cancer) is rampant in Western societies, accounting for approximately 60 % of all causes of death. A large proportion of non-communicable diseases can be prevented through appropriate diets and li...

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Published in:British journal of nutrition 2007-12, Vol.98 (6), p.1101-1107
Main Authors: Visioli, Francesco, Poli, Andrea, Peracino, Andrea, Luzi, Livio, Cannella, Carlo, Paoletti, Rodolfo
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
behavior modification
Biological and medical sciences
Diet
Dietary modification
Disease prevention
Eating behaviour
eating habits
Feeding Behavior
Feeding. Feeding behavior
Food
food choices
Food safety
foods
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
Health
health promotion
Humans
Internet
lifestyle
literature reviews
Nutrients
Nutrition
Nutrition assessment
nutritional adequacy
Nutritional Physiological Phenomena
Nutritional profiles
Nutritional Requirements
portion size
Regulation
Vertebrates: anatomy and physiology, studies on body, several organs or systems
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Summary:The prevalence of non-communicable diseases (for example, cardiovascular disorders, type 2 diabetes and cancer) is rampant in Western societies, accounting for approximately 60 % of all causes of death. A large proportion of non-communicable diseases can be prevented through appropriate diets and lifestyles. Accordingly, several health authorities and regulatory bodies are assessing the nutritional profiles of food items and whole diets, to implement guidelines aimed at improving the diet of the general population. While a global approach is desirable, the need of individuals to maintain their distinct dietary habits must also be taken into account. The portion sizes of food as well as pattern of food consumption, for example during or between the main meals, are very important in determining the nutritional profile of a diet. A novel method to assess the nutritional profile of foods is being proposed and made available on-line. Its main innovative aspects are (1) the comprehensive manner with which the system analyses and computes a great range of features of individual food items and (2) the distinction among eating occasions, namely during or in-between the main meals. Moreover, this approach allows for rapid modification and great flexibility to suit individual needs and gastronomic habits.
ISSN:0007-1145
1475-2662
DOI:10.1017/S0007114507853475