Translation of Nutrition Research

This chapter provides examples of how nutrition research can be translated and communicated to various audiences, and how legislation, research and policy shape the information that is communicated and the agenda for the food industry. The various case studies in the chapter illustrate different approaches to knowledge transfer and communication. The Nutrition and Health Claims (NHC) Regulation applies to all food, drinks and dietary supplements sold within the European Union (EU) and any supporting materials, including websites, labels, promotional goods and advertorials. It ensures that all nutrition and health claims used are scientifically substantiated and communicated in a clear, understandable way. Nutrition economics first assesses the impact of diet on health and disease prevention and then evaluates options for changing dietary choices, including regulatory measures including taxation, social marketing, differential pricing, direct service provision and dialogue with the food industry.