GMO crops in the global food system
Genetically modified organisms (GMO) are already major contributors to the global food system since their commercial introduction in the 1990s. F
Thought for Food
SNi® regularly publish ‘Thought for Food’ articles that take a closer look at important aspects of the global food system and human nutrition.
Saturated facts
For nearly 50 years it has been believed that saturated fat is linked to heart disease. However, the scientific evidence does...
The requirement for balanced global diets that connect 9 billion consumers
Wayne Martindale, Associate Professor of Food Insights and Sustainability at the University of Lincoln, provides a perspective...
Protein: we need quality, not just quantity
Getting enough protein in our diets is essential for adequate nutrition. What is less well known is that protein represents a group of nutrients, the amino acids, each of which nee
Microbiomes and Sustainable Nutrition
Did you know that around 10% of your daily energy intake is supplied by intestinal microbes? Or...
Build a food system from nutrient rich foods first
There is an increasing challenge to feed the world within global resource constraints. Therefore, production and consumption of nutrient-rich foods should be a priority.
Food choice varies by individual context
The options available to feed the world are not the same as the options available to feed individuals. Individuals, particularly those that can afford to, have a lot more choice in
An optimal food system is a practical one
A sustainable food system must deliver the bioavailable nutrients required to nourish the global population. However, not all possible food systems are practical. The optimal food
The future food system must provide adequate nutrition to sustainably feed the global population
For the global food system to be considered sustainable it must deliver sufficient nutrients to meet the needs of the global population