The ''lite'' way may not be the right way

Article Abstract:

Unjustifiable health claims in food advertisements and on food labels have recently caused controversy. These claims have appeared in the wake of nutritional breakthroughs, but are more often than not abusing this new information to sell products. A recent advertisement for Mazola corn oil products claimed, ''Not only are Mazola products cholesterol-free, but Mazola corn oil and margarine also help reduce your existing serum cholesterol level.'' The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) did not agree with this claim and brought charges against the manufacturer for making false, unsubstantiated, and misleading claims about its products. The company would not admit to doing anything wrong, but did sign an agreement that it would no longer make such claims. The oat bran phenomenon has been especially prone to misunderstandings. Research has shown that it takes a minimum of 35 grams of oat bran to achieve the cholesterol-lowering effect being claimed by many cereal manufacturers. Therefore it would take a whole box of Kellogg's Mueslix cereal to meet this requirement. State legislatures are also taking action against false advertisements. Iowa recently confronted Sara Lee on its ''light'' desserts, which have almost the same calorie content as their regular desserts. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is establishing new standards and guidelines for food labeling, and will limit health claims to the following six categories: sodium and hypertension; fats and heart disease; fats and cancer; fiber and cancer; fiber and cardiovascular disease; and calcium and osteoporosis. The biggest problem with poor understanding by consumers of these health claims is that they are spending enormous amounts of money to try to get their needs met, and are still far from the mark. Doctors need to take more time to discuss the health and nutrition concerns of their patients. (Consumer Summary produced by Reliance Medical Information, Inc.)

Evaluation, Medical care, Food, Labeling, Food labeling, Nutrition counseling

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Lack of nutritional equivalence in the 'meats and alternatives' group of the Australian guide to healthy eating

Article Abstract:

The dietary modeling study explores the healthy dietary patterns suggested in the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating (AGHE), with a special focus on the 'meats and alternatives' group. Results indicate a lack of nutritional equivalence in foods that comprise the 'meats and alternatives' group.

Australia, Product standards, safety, & recalls, Science & research, Offices of health practitioners, not elsewhere classified, All Other Outpatient Care Centers, Nutrition & Diet Programs, Standards, Research, Nutrition, Diet, Nutritional aspects, Food habits, Nutritional requirements, Clinical report

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