Background Interest in vegetarian diets is growing in Italy and elsewhere, as government
agencies and health/nutrition organizations are emphasizing that regular consumption of …

Public health policies, including in Europe, are considering measures and
recommendations to limit the intake of added or free sugars. For such policies to be efficient …

In recent years, gluten‐free (GF) goods have become popular, fuelling a growing market, as
they not only cater to individuals with medical needs but also to consumers who seek a GF …

The most recent scientific evidence supports the consumption of cow's milk and dairy
products as part of a balanced diet. However, these days, the public and practicing …

One of the most controversial areas of nutrition research relates to fats, particularly essential
fatty acids, in the context of cardiovascular disease risk. A critical feature of dietary fatty acids …

This study provides the dietary intakes of six trace elements (cadmium, chromium, copper,
manganese, selenium and zinc), generally characterized by both nutritional and …

Background: Vegetarian and vegan weaning have increasing popularity among parents and
families. However, if not correctly managed, they may lead to wrong feeding regimens …

Background Some concerns have been raised about the nutritional composition of gluten-
free (GF) food. Aim To compare the nutritional composition of GF food with regular foods …

High sodium and low potassium intakes are associated with increased levels of blood
pressure and risk of cardiovascular diseases. Assessment of habitual dietary habits are …

Objective: The aim of this study is to define a healthy and sustainable diet model with low
GHGE, fulfilling dietary requirements, and considering current Italian food consumption …