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Authors' Guidelines

The Journal of Food and Nutrition Science (JFNS) welcomes high-quality submissions that contribute to the advancement of food, nutrition, and health sciences. We accept a variety of manuscript types, including original research articles, clinical studies, systematic reviews, case reports, brief communications, technical notes, viewpoints, and letters to the editor.

Authors are required to submit manuscripts via our online manuscript system. If you experience technical issues, you may alternatively email your submission to: editor.jfns@acadwise.com

The corresponding author will act as the primary contact during the review and publication process and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all submission materials.

By submitting a manuscript, authors confirm that:

  • The content is original, has not been previously published, and is not under consideration elsewhere.
  • All authors have reviewed and approved the manuscript.
  • Ethical guidelines and institutional approvals have been followed where applicable.

2.1 General Formatting

  • Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
  • Line spacing: Double-spaced
  • File format: .doc or .docx or PDF
  • Page numbers: Bottom right corner, all pages numbered consecutively

2.2 Required Sections

Each submission should include the following components in the order listed:

  • Cover letter
  • Title Page
    • Full manuscript title
    • Full names, affiliations, and email addresses of all authors
    • Contact information for the corresponding author
  • Abstract
    • A concise summary (100–250 words) that outlines the study objectives, methodology, key findings, and conclusions
  • Keywords
    • Provide 4–6 relevant terms that describe the subject matter
  • Main Body
    For original research articles, structure the content as follows:
    • Introduction
    • Methods
    • Results
    • Discussion
    • Conclusion
      Alternate formats are accepted for other article types, such as reviews or opinion pieces.
  • Acknowledgments (if applicable)
  • Conflict of Interest Disclosure
  • Funding Source(s)
  • References
    • Use Vancouver style, numbered in the order cited
    • List all authors unless there are more than six (in which case list the first six followed by et al.)
  • Figures and Tables
    • Include figures as high-resolution images (min. 300 dpi) in JPEG or PNG format
    • Tables should be submitted in editable Word format, not embedded as images
  • Supplementary Material
    • Provide appendices, datasets, or additional files separately if relevant

Journal of Food and Nutrition Science
ISSN Online: 2832-9457
Email: editor.jfns@acadwise.com

The Journal of Food and Nutrition Science (JFNS) publishes high-quality manuscripts that advance research, innovation, and practice in food science, human nutrition, and related disciplines. We welcome a diverse range of article types, from original research and reviews to case studies and expert commentaries, all aimed at fostering evidence-based knowledge and healthy food systems.

All submissions must adhere to ethical publishing standards as outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), including transparency, accuracy, and responsible conduct of research.

1. Original Research Article

Detailed and well-structured studies presenting new data or findings in food science, nutrition, dietetics, or public health nutrition.
Structure:
• Abstract
• Keywords
• Introduction
• Materials and Methods
• Results
• Discussion
• Conclusion

2. Review Article

Comprehensive evaluations of existing literature on specific topics in food or nutritional sciences. Should identify gaps and propose future directions.

3. Systematic Review

Structured, protocol-driven reviews answering defined research questions. Must comply with PRISMA guidelines and be registered (e.g., PROSPERO).
Must include:
• Search strategy
• Inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Bias assessment
• PRISMA flow diagram

4. Brief Report

Short communications with important preliminary findings or pilot studies in nutrition and food science. Must be methodologically sound.

5. Case Report

Detailed reports on unique clinical or public health nutrition cases. Patient consent and ethical approval are required.
Structure:
• Abstract
• Keywords
• Introduction
• Case Presentation
• Discussion
• Conclusion

6. Clinical Trial Report

Results from clinical trials related to nutrition or dietary interventions. Must follow CONSORT guidelines and include trial registration.

7. Communication

Rapid publication of significant new data, food safety alerts, or policy-relevant findings. Focuses on timeliness and scientific rigor.

8. Hypothesis

Presentation of new, testable hypotheses in nutrition or food science, supported by existing evidence or theoretical reasoning.

9. Protocol

Descriptions of proposed or ongoing research protocols in nutrition, food safety, or public health. Encouraged for transparency.

10. Project Report

Documentation of community interventions, nutrition education programs, or food system initiatives. Includes implementation and impact assessment.

11. Registered Report

Peer-reviewed study designs accepted before data collection begins. Encourages transparency and reduces outcome bias.

12. Perspective

Forward-looking views on emerging trends or innovations in food science and nutrition. Often invited but open to unsolicited submissions.

13. Opinion

Well-argued, evidence-informed viewpoints on current issues, controversies, or policies in food and nutrition. Clearly labeled as opinion.

14. Commentary

Critiques or discussions of recently published papers or relevant public health concerns.
Structure:
• Title
• Abstract (~150 words, unstructured)
• Keywords
• Main Text
• References

15. Editorial

Articles written by editors or guest editors addressing relevant issues in nutrition science, policy, or research ethics. No original data.

16. Visual Nutrition / Food Image

Photographic or diagrammatic representations of nutritional phenomena, food processes, or diet patterns. Requires clear scientific relevance and patient consent if identifiable.

17. Abstract / Proceedings Paper

Summaries or extended abstracts from scientific meetings or symposia. Must include conference name and ethical disclosures.

18. Conference Report

Overview of scientific sessions or findings from relevant nutrition or food science events. Should clearly differentiate facts from interpretation.

19. Book Review

Evaluations of newly published books in food, nutrition, or dietetics. Authors must disclose any connection to the book or publisher.

20. Mini Review

Short reviews focused on specific subtopics or recent advancements in the last 3–5 years. Ideal for fast-moving areas.
Structure:
• Abstract
• Keywords
• Introduction
• Thematic Sections
• Optional: Future Outlook
• References

Ethical Requirements for All Article Types

Authors submitting to JFNS must meet the following ethical criteria:

  • Ethics approval and informed consent (when applicable)
  • Full transparency on methodology, data, and funding
  • Proper citation to avoid plagiarism or redundancy
  • Declaration of all conflicts of interest
  • Commitment to post-publication correction or retraction when needed, in accordance with COPE

Submit your manuscript or contact us at:
editor.jfns@acadwise.com
We welcome your contribution toward advancing nutrition and food science for better health outcomes.

All submissions undergo double-blind peer review, ensuring anonymity for both authors and reviewers. Each manuscript is evaluated based on its originality, scientific merit, clarity, and relevance to the journal’s scope. Authors may suggest qualified reviewers, though final selection is at the discretion of the editorial board.

JFNS operates under a gold open access model, allowing unrestricted access to all published content. Authors are required to pay an Article Processing Charge (APC) upon acceptance. Fee details are available on our website.

We offer APC waivers or reductions to authors from low-income countries and to those without research funding. Requests can be made during the submission process.

Upon acceptance, authors agree to transfer copyright to JFNS. Articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0), permitting non-commercial sharing with appropriate citation.

Authors should ensure transparency and reproducibility in reporting. Where applicable:

  • Datasets should be made publicly available or provided upon request
  • Methods should be described in sufficient detail to enable replication

Ethical approval details must be provided for studies involving humans or animals

If a published article is found to contain significant errors or inaccuracies, authors are expected to notify the editorial office immediately. Corrections, retractions, or notices will be issued in accordance with COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) standards.

Submitting a manuscript or withdrawing is solely the interest of an author and we respect their decision. Withdrawal of a manuscript will be permitted only for the most unavoidable reasons, as it wastes the valuable resources and tremendous amount of effort made in processing the manuscripts by the editors, reviewers and the editorial staff.

Authors are entitled to change their mind regarding submitting or withdrawing their articles and they can withdraw their article at no charge - if withdrawn within 3 days of its initial submission only. If the author(s) requests a withdrawal of manuscript any time after the peer review process or in the production stage (Early release) or after it is published online- they will be subjected to payment of 60% of the original article processing fee.

For complete submission instructions, templates, and access to our submission platform, visit our official website or contact us at: editor.jfns@acadwise.com