A synthesis of the recommendations and evidence regarding grains, pulses and seeds.

A collection of websites related to grains, pulses and seeds.

A comprehensive listing of the isoflavone content of foods based on the USDA Database.

   2020-08-06 – Tables/Forms

A listing of common Candian soy foods and the associated isoflavone content.

  2018-08-07 – Tables/Forms

Consumer information from the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) about food that help to promote good health and cancer prevention.

   2023-03-17 – Other

A synthesis of the recommendations and evidence regarding dyslipidemia.

  2022-08-10 – Summary of Recommendations and Evidence

A synthesis of the recommendations and evidence regarding hypertension.

  2023-02-09 – Summary of Recommendations and Evidence

Background information regarding sustainable diets and the environment.

  2021-09-29 – Background

A recent study observed that vegetable consumption was only minimally protective for incident cardiovascular disease. Media headlines subsequently reported that “eating veggies won't protect your heart”. The PEN Team thought an analysis of the study was needed to determine if any changes to current recommendations to “eat lots of vegetables” are required.

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

  2022-07-08 – Summary of Recommendations and Evidence