Pathways to Obesity
December 02, 2002 - The prevalence of obesity is increasing worldwide, which indicates that the primary cause of obesity lies in environmental and behavioural changes rather than in genetic modifications.
New Resources
October 01, 2002 - We've added these new resources for health professionals, educators and consumers.
New Canada-US Dietary Reference Intakes on Macronutrients (Carbohydrate, Protein, Fat) Released
September 02, 2002 - The report, "Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) for Energy, Carbohydrate, Fiber, Fat, Fatty Acids, Cholesterol, Protein and Amino Acids", was released by the US Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine of the National Academies in collaboration with Health Canada.
Carbohydrate and satiety
August 02, 2002 - Includes recent trade statistics and updates on trade policy and negotiations affecting trade in sugar and sugar-containing products.