Researchers are analysing components that make up certain foods to determine precisely what chemical and physical effects they have when eaten. With CSIRO's expertise we will be able to tailor our diets for better health and to avoid some diseases.
CSIRO Plant Industry conducts research to promote profitable and sustainable agrifood, fibre and horticultural industries, develop new plant products and improve natural resource management.
New food processing technologies and how they can be used to develop a more sustainable, secure, safe and profitable food industry will be discussed in Brisbane from 17-18 September during the 4th Innovative Foods Centre Conference – FIESTA2008.
Learn more about how Food Science Australia views the industry’s future at an ‘Open Day’ to be held at Food Science Australia’s site in Werribee, Victoria, on 29 May.
The Tasmanian ICT Centre is developing a world-class ICT research capacity and conducting innovative applied research in the areas of sensor networks and data management.
According to Dr Clifton, sterol-fortified margarine trials conducted by CSIRO have confirmed that LDL or 'bad' cholesterol can be reduced by up to 10 per cent within three weeks in men and women with elevated levels.
Consumers want trustworthy information about where foods come from, how they are produced, what they contain and what benefits they may have in the diet. CSIRO’s research investigates what kind of information is likely to influence consumer choices.
Overeating and inactivity can be a direct cause of heart and bowel diseases, some cancers and diabetes. Positive lifestyle choices, such as healthy diet, adequate exercise and a good attitude, are the basis for improved health.
Light-induced damage is a significant problem for food and beverage products packaged in glass bottles. Using nanotechnology CSIRO has produced a solution, explained in this video. (1:00)
CSIRO has found a way to grow plants with healthy omega-3 oils, which are normally only found in fish and microalgae. Learn how we did it in this video from SCOPE, a science TV show for kids produced by Network Ten Australia and CSIRO. (3:00)
Dr Grant Brinkworth is an exercise/nutritional physiologist developing diet and exercise programs to improve the health and wellbeing in the community.
Australia is facing growing burdens imposed by obesity – particularly in the young. Along with obesity we are seeing dramatic increases in the incidence of Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and some cancers. Dr Peter Clifton is leading the fight.
Four stories on CSIRO research into water flow interactions, fighting legume fungal diseases, improving Thai beef and health benefits from a new barley from Farming Ahead. (1 page)
How the National Research Flagships are focussing the best of Australia's scientific resources on the most critical challenges that we face as a nation is discussed in this brochure. (36 pages)
Foodborne illness can be greatly reduced by correct handling, storage and cooking of food. By keeping food outside the danger zone temperatures, growth of food poisoning bacteria can be halted.
Purchase all you need to prepare Christmas menu No 4 from the Total Wellbeing Diet team: eggplant dip; leek, salmon and asparagus tartlets; roast pork and vegetables; Peach Melba; and fruit mince slice. As discussed on Channel 7's Today Tonight television program.
