NT4014 Sustainable Food Systems Module

What are the 5 Mega-trends on the food market discussed in the module?

Weight wellness & Metabolic Health, Fragmentation, Naturally functional, Snackification, Sustainability

When is the Workshop report due?

20/03/24

Define sustainable food systems based on the module content.

A food system that delivers food security and nutrition for all without compromising the ability to do so for future generations.

What assessment methods are used in the module?

MCQ online, Workshop report, Written exam Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the lecture on Wednesday?

Sustainability along the food value chain: Agriculture and Processing Signup and view all the answers

What is the core principle discussed regarding diet in the module?

The diet shift and the challenges Signup and view all the answers

What is the Green Water Footprint?

The Green Water Footprint refers to the rainwater and soil moisture consumed by plants and crops in their cultivation. Signup and view all the answers

What factors influence the dairy sector across different countries?

Production models, animal species, breeds, production zones, actors, public policies, and human diets. Signup and view all the answers

What is one strategy mentioned to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

Farm Zero C Signup and view all the answers

What does the Blue Water Footprint refer to?

The Blue Water Footprint refers to irrigation from surface water and groundwater that is consumed. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key environmental concern related to dairy production?

Greenhouse gas emissions Signup and view all the answers

What was the obesity prevalence among adults aged 40 to 59 years in the US in 2020?

44.3% Signup and view all the answers

According to WHO recommendations, what should be the maximum percentage of total energy intake from total fat?

30% Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended maximum daily intake of salt according to WHO?

Less than 5 g/day Signup and view all the answers

How much added sugar per day was taken in by the average European consumer in the 1970s?

50 g Signup and view all the answers

What is the WHO recommendation for the maximum percentage of daily energy intake that should come from free (=added) sugar?

Less than 10% Signup and view all the answers

According to the FAO, what are sustainable diets defined as?

Diets with low environmental impacts which contribute to food and nutrition security and healthy life for present and future generations Signup and view all the answers

What are the key aspects that define a sustainable diet according to experts?

A sustainable diet has low environmental impact, is culturally acceptable, healthy, accessible, and affordable. Signup and view all the answers

Name one health aspect of a sustainable diet according to the FAO and WHO guiding principles.

Including unprocessed or minimally processed foods. Signup and view all the answers

What food groups should be included in moderate amounts in a sustainable diet?

Eggs, dairy, poultry and fish, and small amounts of red meat. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended fluid of choice for a sustainable diet?

Safe, clean drinking water. Signup and view all the answers

What should a sustainable diet provide in terms of energy and nutrients?

It should be adequate in energy and nutrients for growth, development, and an active, healthy lifestyle across the life cycle. Signup and view all the answers

Name one environmental aspect of a sustainable diet mentioned in the text.

Low environmental impact. Signup and view all the answers

What are some nutrients that did not meet recommended intakes in the EAT-Lancet Diet Model 1?

Zinc, calcium, iodine, selenium, vitamin A, and vitamin D Signup and view all the answers

What adaptations were made in the EAT-Lancet Diet Model 2 to improve nutrient intake?

Further adaptations were made to consider Danish FBDGs and food preferences, resulting in improved intake of most nutrients. Signup and view all the answers

What were some limitations identified in the nutrient adequacy assessment of the EAT-Lancet's Planetary Health Diet?

American food composition data, use of only one food for a food group, old DRVs, lack of consideration for bioavailability of iron and zinc, no consideration of gender-based differences in requirements, and assumption of a moderate to high level of physical activity. Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrients were assessed for adequacy in the EAT-Lancet guidelines using globally representative food composition data?

Vitamin A (RAE), vitamin B12, calcium, iron, zinc, and folate Signup and view all the answers

What were the results regarding the supply of iron and zinc in the EAT-Lancet Diet assessment?

Iron was at 55% of the requirement in women and zinc was at 78% of the requirement in adults. Signup and view all the answers

What dietary adjustments were recommended to improve the nutritional adequacy in the EAT-Lancet Diet?

Increase animal foods and decrease high-phytate plant foods by swapping some whole grains for refined grains. Signup and view all the answers