Dietary interventions for vulnerable groups such as the elderly, women of childbearing age, children and adolescents can contribute beneficially to help reduce the risk of suboptimal intakes and deficiencies of micronutrients, to control costs of healthcare, and to promote the health and quality of life of people globally.  Examples include the communication of the scientific evidence for (a) the use of folic acid/folate to reduce the risk of neural tube defects, (b) the reduction in prevalence of iron-deficiency anaemia, (c) the relationship of calcium and vitamin D to bone health and reduced risk of osteoporosis, and (d) the modulation of the age-related decline in most organ functions and reduction in the development and/or progression of many chronic diseases.  The paper will highlight the need for evidence-based healthcare and communication policies, including the use of nutrition and health claims on food products to raise awareness of the role of diet in health.

Consumer communication of nutrition science and impact on public health

248th National Meeting (2014)

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