In this article wheat is described in its historical context, as a part of the Paleolithic diet and Neolithic “food package.” The health-promoting roles of wheat in the prevention of modern chronic diseases are described, as well as several wheat-related…

Growing global populations and limited resources require more sustainable use of food crops. Lifestyle-related health problems, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes, are also an increasing problem in many parts of the world. Major agricultural...

This issue of Cereal Foods World presents a collection of articles that explore a wide spectrum of processing levers that can be used to create healthier cereal grain products.

It is hard to imagine a world without snack and convenience foods, as these foods have been key sales drivers in the food industry for decades. Future trends indicate that eating on the go, replacing meals with snacks, and minimizing meal preparation...

To create a layer cake, a high-ratio cake formula is used. The production of a high-ratio cake with acceptable volume, fine and homogenous crumb structure, and firm, resilient, and moist crumb typically requires use of chlorinated or bleached flour...

How has obesity become such a global epidemic? Gaining weight results from an imbalance between energy intake and energy expenditure. Development of processed foodstuffs that contain fewer calories could potentially reduce the amount of calories...

Patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) should follow a very strict diet that is low in fermentable oligo-, di-, and monosaccharides and polyols (FODMAPs), which are small, osmotically active molecules that are poorly absorbed in the...

In recent decades, the role of starch in foods has expanded from that of an energy source to a food texturizer, and, most recently, to a health-promoting ingredient. The texture of a food depends on the properties of the starches present, as well as...

The glycemic index (GI) is a measure of carbohydrate quality that is supported by many international health organizations for the management of chronic diseases and is included on food labels in several different countries to help consumers make...

Glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL) were proposed in the 1980s as ways to measure carbohydrate quality. Despite extensive research, findings published in the literature are inconsistent with respect to most health outcomes.

AACC International members each have their own story, and we want to highlight all of their amazing accomplishments. “Spotlights” is a series of individual and institutional member interviews capturing the unique stories of our many volunteers...

AACC International members each have their own story, and we want to highlight all of their amazing accomplishments. “Spotlights” is a series of individual and institutional member interviews capturing the unique stories of our many volunteers...

This year, attendees will have a unique opportunity to connect with leaders from academia, government, and industry in a highly targeted, themed format. AACC International’s annual meeting will take place in London for the first time, and the schedule...

The AACCI European Section (Cereals&Europe [C&E]) journeyed from the Mediterranean city of Thessaloniki, Greece, to the European “Phoenix city,” Warsaw, Poland, where the 17th European Young Cereal Scientists and Technologists Workshop was hosted...

Thank you to all our corporate members, who contribute their knowledge, expertise, and professional involvement to ensure the continued strength of the association and to promote excellence in cereal grain science worldwide.