If you talk about food that is related to health. You are what you eat or eat so. It is always available, no matter how many years. In the past, the major nutritional problem in Thailand was the lack of protein, iron and iodine, but nowadays, when people are living well. There are changes in consumption. On the contrary, excessive consumption leads to overweight and obesity, which is the main cause of chronic non-communicable disease.
The Food Science and Technology Association of Thailand (FoSTAT) is an organization dedicated to enhancing the development of scientific knowledge in food science and technology. Including food innovation. The importance of food has a direct impact on human health. And look at food innovation. It will help people with better health and quality of life. It supports research and development of both products and personnel. In order to meet the current consumer trends. The health care turned more.
Prof. Dr. Ananda Nititham Yong, President of Food Science and Technology Association of Thailand Reveals Trends in Food Technology FoSTAT - The Nestle Quiz Bowl 2018
"Food science and technology are important and very close to us. Now people turn to health care more. Need food that has nutritional value. And not fat. At the same time, consumers want fast, convenient, innovative food to meet this demand. The knowledge to improve the production process. To maintain the nutritional value along with the taste. Because most consumers also focus on the main flavor for the present. Trends in food and watch are coming to meet more diverse consumers.
1. Food for fitness lover Choose foods that are suitable for the lifestyle, such as protein supplements or foods that have been developed for those who exercise specifically. This is an example of the use of food science and technology to assist in the production process to create good and quality products.
2. Food for the Elderly Thailand begins to enter the society of the elderly. It is found that many elderly people do not eat completely nutritional. Cause of anorexia eat less, so may lack some nutrients.
Unknowingly affects long-term health. Should care and choose the right food. Including food supplement. Easy to add nutritional value.
3. Food for specific diseases To control and take care of the food. Therefore, science and food technology is involved in the development of food so that patients get enough nutrients. Including vitamins, minerals, and fits for each patient.
The major challenges in Thailand's food science and technology are the lack of innovation that adds value to raw materials and products. The production process. Develop new recipes. FoSTAT has partnered with Nestlé to host a competition to tackle academic problems. FoSTAT-Nestlé Quiz Bowl is a platform for students to gain basic knowledge in food science. It is important to drive innovation and bring knowledge into the classroom. To further develop the quality of life and to create good health for ourselves, families, communities, which reflect Nestlé's intent to increase quality of life. To improve the quality of life and to contribute to a healthier future.
At present, the city has a lifestyle that is hastily. And want to fast. Ready meals are a popular option and come to consumers in this era. But questions often arise that we should choose to eat ready-made meals. Dr. Asad concluded with the introduction of three simple techniques to choose from ready meals.
1. Observe the "Safety Mark" that shows the safety of the food product. Can be eaten without harm to the body. Consumers need to be careful if they find that some foods claim excessive exaggeration. It can not be asserted that consumers will get all the properties claimed.
Read the nutrition label. And / or sweetened salty nutrition labeling to see if both the energy, fat, sodium and sugar content are in the right amount. Include information about ingredients or raw materials. Used in production. To choose foods and beverages with appropriate nutrition, the main nutrition information. Consumers should pay attention and be careful not to exceed the daily amount.
2,000 kcal / day (For ages 6 and up - Thai RDI)
Sodium up to 2,000 mg / day
Fat does not exceed 30 percent of all energy received per day.
Sugar does not exceed 6 teaspoons / day.
3. Look at the total and five groups to complete the nutrition. And balance Nowadays, Thai people eat less fruits and vegetables compared to the daily ratio. And health trends are strong. It should not be totally fatty. Some vitamins like A, D, E, K need fat to dissolve and absorb. Fat is also essential for the body. But eat in moderation.
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