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Asian Food Information Centre (AFIC) , A trusted science-based communication resource on nutrition, health, and food safety for the Asia region.

AFIC provides latest information on food safety and nutrition, consumer research on health and food issues and share media trends analysis in food safety, health and nutrition across Asia.

Science behind the headline

Is this Fructose Scare Scientifically Justified?

This headline appeared in the Indian media on August 4: “Fructose-rich Western diets fuel growth of pancreatic cancers.” The story can be found at http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_fructose-rich-western-diets-fuel-growth-of-pancreatic-cancers_1418765 and similar stories appeared elsewhere in Asia. 
This story relates to a particularly dreadful and deadly form of cancer so it is important to understand if the story provides useful insights or not into dietary precautions. The original research was published in the journal Cancer Research and the abstract can be found at

Processed red meat tagged as possible cause of cancer

Junk food linked to ADHD in teens

Of Mice and Men (And the Occasional Rat and Test Tube) An AFIC Brief on Scientific Studies on Food and the Media

Spotlight

Questions and Answers About Energy Drinks and Health
Energy drinks have been increasing in popularity, especially among teens and children. Due to several articles in the media about negative health effects experienced by people who consumed too many energy drinks, some parents and school personnel have become concerned about their growing popularity specifically among teens and children…more
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The Future of Food 2010
2-4 November 2010 at Centara Grand at Central World, Bangkok, Thailand
There are 3 main interesting tracks for audience to select as follow: Business Trends Track , Safety and Security Track and Innovation Track.   You will learn and exchange knowledge and updated trends from industry people and academic. Our executive Director, Dr Fuller will also present on Challenge in communicating new Food Technology on Nov 3. For more information or register to the event, click here.
    
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