Recently posted in U.K. university news, the use of low calorie diets by individuals of South Asian ethnicity promoted weight loss, resulting in the remission of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Similar postings about T2DM remission have been seen on various social networks, often relating to the DiRECT Trial (Diabetes Remission Clinical Trial), as well as new related clinical practice guidelines in Canada. The PEN Team conducted a quick review of these studies to assess their application to dietetic practice.

Recently, there’s been more attention in the media on the sugar substitute allulose. The PEN Team thought a look into allulose’s characteristics was warranted to help guide practitioners when responding to client questions about this sugar substitute.

A synthesis of the recommendations and evidence regarding diabetes and glucose intolerance.

  2023-04-28 – Summary of Recommendations and Evidence

A synthesis of the recommendations and evidence regarding colorectal cancer.

Background information regarding sweeteners.

  2021-11-23 – Background

A synthesis of the recommendations and evidence regarding sweeteners.

  2023-11-24 – Summary of Recommendations and Evidence

A synthesis of the recommendations and evidence regarding dietary approaches related to weight and obesity.

  2022-07-08 – Summary of Recommendations and Evidence

A synthesis of the recommendations and evidence regarding chronic kidney disease with dialysis in adults.

  2023-05-01 – Summary of Recommendations and Evidence