Changing the narrative around obesity, together
The ISA proudly supports the first unified World Obesity Day Brussels, 4th March 2020: On the occasion of World Obesity Day today, the International Sweeteners Association (ISA) proudly joins obesity organisations around the world in the call for a global response to the critical obesity challenge, and promotes informed policies, a healthier food environment, and the right care and […]
Experts agree low/no calorie sweeteners can make a useful contribution to public health strategies aiming at sugar reduction
Publication of “Expert consensus on low calorie sweeteners: facts, research gaps and suggested actions” by Ashwell et al. in Nutrition Research Reviews Brussels, 22nd January 2020: The International Sweeteners Association (ISA) welcomes the publication this month of a new scientific report* by Ashwell et al. in Nutrition Research Reviews.1 This new publication points to the extensive […]
Live a tasty life with diabetes!
‘It’s a family thing!’ – ISA online campaign for World Diabetes Day 2019 Brussels, 14th November 2019: The International Sweeteners Association (ISA) proudly presents its new campaign in support of the Diabetes Awareness Month and World Diabetes Day (WDD) today for an eighth consecutive year, with the release of an inspirational video painting the portrait of Gisèle, a patient living with […]
Low/no calorie sweeteners are safe and have a role to play in food reformulation
Science news from the 12th EFAD Conference EFAD Conference 2019 – Berlin, 1st November: In the context of current health challenges globally and of the efforts from public health authorities in encouraging food manufacturers to replace sugar and reduce calories as part of their reformulation goals, there is an increased interest from the scientific and consumer communities in the use of […]
Low/no calorie sweeteners: their role in calorie reduction and diabetes management
Science news from the 13th European Nutrition Conference (FENS 2019) FENS Conference 2019 – Dublin, 16th October: As obesity rates continue to increase worldwide and calorie and sugar reduction have become public health priorities, low/no calorie sweeteners can be a useful tool in food reformulation as they allow to replace sugar and reduce calories in foods and […]
Everybody can be a Heart Hero!
The ISA joins the World Heart Federation in supporting World Heart Day 2019 Brussels, 26th September 2019: The International Sweeteners Association (ISA) proudly joins the World Heart Federation in supporting World Heart Day on 29th September and its related activities, as well as to raise awareness about the importance of acting now to live longer, better, heart-healthy lives. Cardiovascular disease, including heart […]
Tackling obesity together now for a healthier tomorrow
The ISA joins forces with the associations of people living with obesity in France (CNAO) and in Portugal (Adexo) in supporting European Obesity Day 2019 Brussels, 16th May 2019: The International Sweeteners Association (ISA) proudly joins forces with the Collectif National des Associations d’Obèses (CNAO – French association for people with obesity) and Adexo (Association of patients and ex-patients with obesity in Portugal) […]
‘Act on Mouth Health’ now and improve your overall health and well-being
The International Sweeteners Association (ISA) supports World Oral Health Day (WOHD) Brussels, 20th March 2019: Committed to helping raise awareness about the importance of optimal oral health and about good oral hygiene practices, the International Sweeteners Association (ISA) supports FDI World Dental Federation in celebrating today World Oral Health Day, and in spreading the message that “if […]
ISA supports families in achieving a healthy life for persons with diabetes
It’s a family thing!’ – ISA’s online activities on World Diabetes Day to promote the role that family can have in diabetes prevention, management and care Brussels, 14 November 2018: The International Sweeteners Association (ISA) proudly supports World Diabetes Day (WDD) on 14th November for a seventh consecutive year with an online campaign themed ‘It’s a family thing!’. With over 425 […]
Low calorie sweeteners can help in sugar reduction recommendations according to experts
New scientific studies presented at the International Sweeteners Association’s (ISA) Conference support current evidence that low calorie sweeteners can aid in sugar reduction, cravings management and weight loss Highlights from the ISA Conference 2018 Low calorie sweeteners can help meet public health recommendations about sugar intake reduction and are linked to a higher-quality diet, according […]
