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Articles by Lisa Methven
Analysis of the Provision of Plant-Based, Vegetarian and Omnivorous Meals in UK Care Homes for Older People
1 Introduction Data from the Food and Agricultural Organisation demonstrate that demand for livestock-based foodstuff has risen globally, evident from the 27% growth in livestock between 1990 and 2021 [1]. Shifting our diets to reduce dependence on livestock for food intake could be beneficial for planetary and human health [2].
Fortification of Pea and Potato Protein Isolates in Oat-Based Milk Alternatives; Effects on the Sensory and Volatile Profile
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A Comparative Study of Ethanol and Citric Acid Solutions for Extracting Betalains and Total Phenolic Content from Freeze-Dried Beetroot Powder
1. Introduction Beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) is a herbaceous blooming biennial plant native to Asia and Europe that belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family [1] and can be grown across the seasons [2]. It is widely consumed as a salad, as a juice, or after pickling. It is known to contain high levels of nutritional and bioactive compounds including nitrates, phenolics, ascorbic acid, and water soluble pigments called betalains [3,4,5].
The Food4Years Ageing Network: Improving foods and diets as a strategy for supporting quality of life, independence and healthspan in older adults
IMPROVING HEALTHSPAN IN THE OLDER ADULT POPULATION It is forecast that by 2050 one in four people in the United Kingdom will be aged 65 years and over (Office for National Statistics, 2021). This demographic shift has prompted a new concept of adding “life to years,” which aims to look beyond focusing entirely on extending life years to promote better wellbeing and quality of life as we age (World Health Organization, 2020).
Promoting Protein Intake in an Ageing Population: Product Design Implications for Protein Fortification
Abstract : Protein is a macronutrient of interest for an ageing population and intake requirements increase with age. Accordingly, protein is often fortified into products for older adults to help alleviate malnutrition and impede sarcopenia. However, more emphasis needs to be placed upon designing protein-fortified products to ensure suitability for older adults.
Review of protein intake and suitability of foods for protein-fortification in older adults in the UK
Abstract Abstract Protein is a vital dietary component for combating negative health outcomes associated with malnutrition in older adults, including sarcopenia, functional decline and reduced quality of life. Yet, recommended daily protein intake is consistently unmet, as evidenced in the literature and reaffirmed in this review.
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