Nancy Ames (scientist)

For the American folk singer and songwriter, see Nancy Ames.

Nancy Ames is a Canadian scientist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada[1] known for her research on the nutrition and quality of cereals and pulses.[2] She works closely with plant scientists to maximize the health benefits of new varieties and ensure that these benefits are maintained when the crops are harvested and processed. Ames also works with food processors to develop new food processing techniques and new ways to evaluate them. She has invented new food products and holds two patents. She was the scientific lead that lead to the health claim “Barley beta-glucan soluble fibre and reduction of blood cholesterol, a risk factor for cardiovascular disease” which was approved by Health Canada in 2012.[3][4] She has been instrumental in promoting the health benefits of cereal grains in Canada.[5]

  1. ^ "Dr. Nancy Ames". profils-profiles.science.gc.ca. 2019-05-23. Retrieved 2020-03-09.
  2. ^ "Nancy Ames, Ph.D." CropSphere | Sessions on market outlook, research, agronomy. Retrieved 2020-03-09.
  3. ^ Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada;Government of (2013-10-18). "Barley is 'in' when it comes to heart health". www.agr.gc.ca. Retrieved 2020-03-09.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  4. ^ "Health & Nutrition | GoBarley". Retrieved 2020-03-09.
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