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Chr. Hansen has launched a probiotic-focused digital resource in response to heightened interest in microorganisms’ role in promoting general health, specifically supporting immune and respiratory health.
Danone Nutricia is to make available the latest nutritional clinical research and insights as part of a new digital resource and training platform that is aimed at healthcare professionals.
The Danone Nutricia Campus is the not-for-profit foundation that aims to improve clinical practice and patient care by offering opportunities for ongoing education and access to expert opinion from specialists.
“We are incredibly proud to make available the resources of Danone Nutricia Campus to the healthcare community today,” says Katrien van Laere, VP of Medical and Scientific Affairs, Market Access for Specialized Nutrition at Danone.
“In a time that has placed unprecedented strain on healthcare systems, Nutricia is committed to supporting healthcare professionals in providing ever better care.
New food solutions for cancer patients: a consumer-centred approach
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The Oncofood project revealed some expectations of cancer patients regarding new food solutions.
Cancer is among the leading causes of death worldwide. According to the Global Cancer Observatory, in 2018 there were 18.1 million new cases and 9.5 million cancer-related deaths worldwide.
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One of the main challenges for cancer patients undergoing treatment is preventing or mitigating malnutrition. Cancer-related malnutrition is highly prevalent in patients undergoing cancer treatment, varying from eight to 84 percent, dependent on cancer site and stage.
2 However, not all patients suffer from malnutrition, but most experience a reduction in their daily food intake as they often have adverse side effects (eg, taste loss, bad taste in mouth, metallic taste, sores in mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite and dysphagia).