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Chinese Trends: Chinese Nutrition Status and Development of Its Nutrition Industry T. Feng. Shanghai Institute of Technology, Shanghai, China. Cereal Foods World 56(5):215-218. The most recent comprehensive investigation of nutrition and health in China found there has been significant changes in the diet and nutritional status of Chinese residents in both urban and rural areas over the past eight years (2002-2010). However, although the prevalence of malnutrition and nutritional deficiencies has decreased gradually, China is still confronting the challenge of both nutritional deficiencies and nutrient imbalances. The nutrition industry in China is expanding and growing more organized with the formation of a special functional products group, the development of specialized technologies, an expanding industry and sales network, and a larger role in stimulating related industries. However, there remain several areas of weakness. The Chinese Nutrition Industry Demonstration Base offers a comprehensive strategy to increase public awareness of the importance of nutrition, promote research, and aid in standardizing and regulating the Chinese nutrition industry and markets.
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