JOURNAL ARTICLE

Otago experts propose fibre as first new essential nutrient in 50 years.

  • Published In: Food New Zealand, 2026, v. 26, n. 1. P. 9 1 of 2

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article highlights University of Otago nutrition experts advocating for dietary fibre to be officially recognized as an essential nutrient internationally, marking the first new essential nutrient designation in over fifty years. It explains that this recognition would promote improved dietary guidelines, education, and food product reformulation to increase fibre intake.

Additional Information

  • Source:Food New Zealand. 2026/02, Vol. 26, Issue 1, p9
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:1175-4621
  • Accession Number:191343499

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