Tate & Lyle and Kellogg share latest science on dietary fibres

The programme runs from 16 August to 31 December 2021

Tate & Lyle PLC has joined forces with the Nutrition and Health Institute INSK (Instituto de Nutrición y Salud de Kellogg´s^©) of Kellogg, to share the latest science on dietary fibres with health clinicians, nutritionists, and food and beverage industry professionals across Mexico, Colombia, Chile and Argentina.

Research indicates that consumers in Latin America do not get enough fibre in their diet – with many not aware of the health benefits of dietary fibres, which go beyond gut health. The average fibre consumption among Latin Americans can be lower than 15 grammes per day, while the recommendations for adults range between 25 grams and 40 grams per day.

Following a similar programme launched by Tate & Lyle in Brazil last year, which attracted over 6,000 participants, Tate & Lyle and Kellogg are building on that success by offering an expanded online curriculum entitled ‘Dietary fibres: benefits that go beyond gut health.’

The programme which runs from 16 August to 31 December 2021, features 12, 20-minute video lessons in Spanish led by nutrition experts and food scientists from different countries across Latin America.

“Fibre has so many health benefits beyond a healthy gut: getting enough fibre is associated with a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and bowel cancer. It supports the normal functioning of the body’s immune system and has even been linked to having a positive impact on mood and emotional wellbeing,” said Renata Cassar, Tate & Lyle’s Senior Nutrition Manager, Latin America.