Development and evaulation of novel foods enriched with very long chain omega-3 fatty acids. This project is a collaborative effort between Meadow Lea Foods, Clover Corporation, and the Universities of Wollongong and Western Australia. The aims are 1) to develop a range of functional foods enriched with omega-3 from tuna oil; 2) to see whether the recommended omega-3 intake, currently nor met by most Australians, can be achieved by including these foods in the diet; 3) to evaluate sensory and he ....Development and evaulation of novel foods enriched with very long chain omega-3 fatty acids. This project is a collaborative effort between Meadow Lea Foods, Clover Corporation, and the Universities of Wollongong and Western Australia. The aims are 1) to develop a range of functional foods enriched with omega-3 from tuna oil; 2) to see whether the recommended omega-3 intake, currently nor met by most Australians, can be achieved by including these foods in the diet; 3) to evaluate sensory and health attributes and other factors that may impact on consumer acceptability hence market potential of the food range. There is little evidence of the feasibility let alone health and social benefits of utilising novel foods to meet the dietary omega-3 recommendation. We expect a) to show how consumers could benefit by using a range of such foods in their customary diet; b) to critically set this achievement within the context of current social trends in food product development. Read moreRead less
Identification of Australian-bred apple and plum varieties with enhanced health attributes. Improved prevention could save Australia $4 billion annually in health care costs, mainly in the area of cardiovascular disease. A higher flavonoid intake has been estimated to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by about 20%. Apples are important sources of flavonoids in the diet. The proposed project involves collaboration between the Department of Agriculture and Food Western Australia and the U ....Identification of Australian-bred apple and plum varieties with enhanced health attributes. Improved prevention could save Australia $4 billion annually in health care costs, mainly in the area of cardiovascular disease. A higher flavonoid intake has been estimated to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by about 20%. Apples are important sources of flavonoids in the diet. The proposed project involves collaboration between the Department of Agriculture and Food Western Australia and the University of Western Australia. The aim is to identify progeny of both the apple and plum breeding programs that have elite levels of flavonoids and to demonstrate health benefits of a high-flavonoid apple. This could lead to significant benefits to Australian horticulture and to population health.Read moreRead less
Development and nutritional evaluation of novel foods based on a unique combination of soy and dairy products. This exciting project will enable us to incorporate two competing food industries (dairy and soy) to develop innovative foods combining soy and low-fat dairy which will provide increased palatability as well as nutrition. This project is a new collaboration between So Natural Foods and the Universities of Wollongong, South Australia and Western Australia. The aims are 1) develop new f ....Development and nutritional evaluation of novel foods based on a unique combination of soy and dairy products. This exciting project will enable us to incorporate two competing food industries (dairy and soy) to develop innovative foods combining soy and low-fat dairy which will provide increased palatability as well as nutrition. This project is a new collaboration between So Natural Foods and the Universities of Wollongong, South Australia and Western Australia. The aims are 1) develop new foods combining soy and low-fat dairy; 2) test the bioavailability of the soy isoflavones (particularly equol production) from these foods; 3) determine the active component(s) in soy (soy protein and/or soy isoflavones) responsible for cholesterol reduction and other health benefits of soy; 4) evaluate consumer acceptability and market potential of the novel soy foods. We expect to demonstrate that healthier and more appealing food products can be produced by combining two currently competing foods, namely soy and dairy.Read moreRead less
Assessment Of Non-communicable Diseases And Associated Risks Among Indonesian Adolescents
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$128,224.00
Summary
Adolescents experience a significant burden of disease from preventable non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and several risk factors for later development of NCDs are potentially modifiable during adolescence. In Indonesia, limited data measuring NCD risk factors, prevalence and outcomes in adolescents contributes to a policy and practice gap. This study aims to explore the burden of NCDs experienced by Indonesian adolescents and examine opportunities for health system change.
A Cluster Randomised Trial Of Electronic Feedback, Online And Telephone Support On Multiple Health Risk Behaviours Among Technical And Further Education (TAFE) Students
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$634,076.00
Summary
This trial will examine whether electronic feedback and enrolment of TAFE students into online and telephone services reduces smoking rates and risky alcohol consumption and increases fruit and vegetable intake and physical activity levels in the long-term. Thirty-two TAFE campuses will participate. At intervention campuses, electronic feedback and online and telephone services will be offered to students for health behaviours which they do not meet Australian health guidelines.
EuropeaN Energy Balance Research To Prevent Excessive Weight Gain Among Youth: The ENERGY Study
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$102,209.00
Summary
The objective of the ENERGY project is to examine the influence of existing programs on health behaviours in different populations and settings in order to develop an evidence and theory-based approach for promoting physical activity and healthy eating among youth in transition from childhood to adolescence. The results of this project will be translated into practical strategies and knowledge that can be used by schools, policymakers, health professionals and the general public. The ENERGY proj ....The objective of the ENERGY project is to examine the influence of existing programs on health behaviours in different populations and settings in order to develop an evidence and theory-based approach for promoting physical activity and healthy eating among youth in transition from childhood to adolescence. The results of this project will be translated into practical strategies and knowledge that can be used by schools, policymakers, health professionals and the general public. The ENERGY project involves a multidisciplinary team of investigators from 10 European countries and Australia (Deakin University; DU). DU will participate in two of the 10 work packages (WP) in the proposal. The aim of WP3 is to identify the personal, social and physical environmental determinants in family and school of children’s physical activity and healthy eating. The aim of WP5 is to identify moderators and mediators of successful interventions to prevent obesity among children aged 10-12 years.Read moreRead less
Examining The Influence Of Neighbourhood Food And Alcohol Environments On Adolescent Health
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$334,414.00
Summary
The high prevalence of nutrition-related health problems in Australia underscores the growing concern about eating patterns. In order to advance our understanding of the determinants of eating behaviour it is necessary to consider the way the environment impacts on dietary intake. My planned research within this fellowship aims to generate policy relevant evidence on whether neighbourhood environments impact on food and alcohol consumption patterns as well as obesity risk as children transition ....The high prevalence of nutrition-related health problems in Australia underscores the growing concern about eating patterns. In order to advance our understanding of the determinants of eating behaviour it is necessary to consider the way the environment impacts on dietary intake. My planned research within this fellowship aims to generate policy relevant evidence on whether neighbourhood environments impact on food and alcohol consumption patterns as well as obesity risk as children transition from adolescence to adulthood.Read moreRead less
Development and evaluation of novel strategies to enhance Internet-based weight loss and weight maintenance programs. This project will demonstrate the innovation and commitment of an Australian company in providing effective weight management services in an accessible and cost effective manner. It will highlight the importance of University and Industry collaboration in developing novel approaches to treatment and management of overweight and obesity. This project has the potential to make an i ....Development and evaluation of novel strategies to enhance Internet-based weight loss and weight maintenance programs. This project will demonstrate the innovation and commitment of an Australian company in providing effective weight management services in an accessible and cost effective manner. It will highlight the importance of University and Industry collaboration in developing novel approaches to treatment and management of overweight and obesity. This project has the potential to make an important and cost-effective contribution to care for the 7.5 million Australians already overweight or obese and help them to modify their lifestyle and improve their health and well-being.Read moreRead less
Chronic Disease Prevention In Priority Populations Via Scalable Health Behaviour Interventions
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$431,000.00
Summary
Globally the burden of chronic disease is enormous. Smoking, risky alcohol use, inadequate fruit and vegetable intake and physical inactivity are modifiable risk factors of chronic conditions. This fellowship aims to prevent chronic diseases in priority populations who have poorer health outcomes including disadvantaged groups, those living in regional and remote areas and people born overseas by implementing and evaluating scalable health behaviour interventions to improve health outcomes.