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Travis C Eden, Tyler J Godsey, Abby Maupin et al.

EFSA Panel on Nutrition, Novel Foods and Food Allergens (NDA), Dominique Turck, Torsten Bohn et al.

Abstract Following a request from the European Commission, the EFSA Panel on Nutrition, Novel Foods and Food Allergens (NDA) was asked to deliver an opinion on the safety of the fungal biomass from Fusarium species strain flavolapis as a novel food (NF) pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2015/2283. The NF as the frozen form of the Fusarium sp. str. flavolapis (named by the applicant), which is proposed by the applicant to be used as an ingredient in several food categories, is sufficiently characterised. The information provided on the production process, composition, stability and specifications of the NF is sufficient and does not raise safety concerns. Based on the findings of a repeated dose 90‐day oral toxicity study in rats conducted with the dehydrated NF, and considering the evidence for thyroidal effects along with the lack of robustness of other findings at the low dose tested, the Panel considers the lowest dose tested as the no observed adverse effect level (NOAEL), i.e. 2744 mg/kg bw per day of the NF in a dehydrated form, corresponding to approximately 10,400 mg/kg bw per day NF. Under the proposed conditions of use, the highest intake estimates of the NF range from 189 to 556 mg/kg bw per day. Applying a default uncertainty factor of 200 to the NOAEL, the Panel considers that the margins of exposure (i.e. 55 in adolescents and 19 in infants) between the intake of the NF at the proposed use and use levels and the NOAEL from the 90‐day study are insufficient. The Panel considers that it is likely that the NF may trigger allergic reactions in allergic subjects. The Panel concludes that, based on the available data, the safety of the NF, i.e. biomass of Fusarium strain flavolapis (F. sp. strain flavolapis) fungus, cannot be established.

Hiroshi Irisawa, Tomoyuki Nakamura, Yumi Chiba et al.

Background and aimsMuscle loss not only reduce the effectiveness of the recovery period of rehabilitation after stroke but also prolongs the length of hospital stay. Therefore, it is crucial to maintain muscle mass during the hyperacute phase of stroke. We aimed to investigate the factor that influence changes in muscle mass and quality in patients with hyperacute stroke by using a body composition analyzer.MethodsBody composition assessment was performed on 156 patients admitted to the stroke care unit at the time of admission and 1 week later. Additionally, associations between rehabilitation intervention time, nutritional dosage and administration method, and stroke severity were examined to which factors were affecting body composition.ResultsMuscle mass and quality significantly decreased in both men (SMI: 7.41 ± 1.26 to 7.22 ± 1.23 kg/m2, p < 0.005, phA: 5.5 ± 1.24 to 5.31 ± 1.29 degree, p < 0.005) and women (SMI: 6.04 ± 1.30 to 5.08 ± 1.20 kg/m2, p < 0.005, phA: 4.58 ± 0.85 to4.18 ± 0.82 degree, p < 0.005)1 week after admission. Rehabilitation intervention time [odds ratio (OR) = 2.12; 95% CI: 1.28–4.47, p = 0.01], and high calorie dosage (OR = 1.53; 95% CI: 1.14–3.21, p = 0.03) significantly reduced the loss of muscle mass. However, stroke severity did not affect variations in body composition.ConclusionDeterioration in muscle mass and quality was observed during the hyperacute phase of stroke. The risk of muscle mass loss may be reduced with appropriate rehabilitation intervention and diet therapy from the early stage of hospitalization. Therefore, providing early rehabilitation intervention and nutritional management in the hospitalization phase are important to improve treatment effectiveness. In hyperacute stroke treatment, rehabilitation and nutritional administration should be provided as early as possible.Clinical trial registrationhttps://center6.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/ctr/ctr_view.cgi?recptno=R000053017, identifier UMIN-CTR UMIN000046467.

Rikhaturhohmah, Rospadila Dwi Adrila, Widiya Dwi Handayani et al.

Dental plaque is the main cause of dental caries caused by Streptococcus mutans, with a high prevalence in Indonesia. Currently, the mouthwash market contains high levels of alcohol, which can cause long-term side effects. Tampala bajakah root (Spatholobus littoralis) is used in traditional medicine for the Dayak community in Central Kalimantan. Bajakah Tampala root has antibacterial activity produced by flavonoids and phenolic compounds. The development of herbal cosmetics can be achieved by Bajakah Tampala mouthwash formulations to prevent dental plaque caused by Streptococcus mutans infection. In this study, ultrasound-assisted extraction (UBT) and infusion (IBT) derived the active compounds of Bajakah Tampala root extract. The various concentrations of UBT (20–80%) and IBT (10%) were evaluated for antibacterial activity using the disk diffusion method. The results showed that positive control and 80% UBT have antibacterial activity higher than other extracts, with an inhibition zone of 14,01±2,70 mm. Based on these results, an effective mouthwash dosage formulation can be developed at 80% UBT. The formulation evaluation of mouthwash assessed viscosity, homogeneity, pH, and organoleptic test. The UBT mouthwash product has qualified formulation evaluation parameters. This research contributed to the innovation of herbal cosmetics by developing the potential of Indonesian medicinal plants

Abed Forouzesh, Fatemeh Forouzesh, Sadegh Samadi Foroushani et al.

Abstract Computing the food component (nutrient) amount in 100 kilocalories, 100 grams or 100 milliliters, the reference amount customarily consumed (RACC), or 50 grams of food demonstrates the food component amount of some foods unsuitably. So, selecting some foods based on them may elevate the hazards of some chronic diseases. Computing the food component amount and assessing suitable levels of food components and the nutritional quality according to the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC), the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the suggested procedure were implemented on 8,596 food cases, 29 food components, and 25 food categories. Selecting some foods under the FDA and CAC to reach sufficient intakes of positive food components surpassed energy demands. Selecting some foods under the CAC did not satisfy the demands of positive food components. Some foods that satisfied the demands of positive food components were not suitable food selections under the CAC. Selecting some foods under the FDA or CAC surpassed the demands of negative food components (including cholesterol, energy, fat, saturated fat, and sodium). Some foods that did not surpass the demands of negative food components were not suitable food selections under the CAC or FDA. Due to the vulnerabilities of selecting foods on the basis of the reference amounts of food, fast foods under the CAC and FDA in serving size (the serving size or serving is obtained from the RACC), spices and herbs under the CAC in 100 grams or 100 milliliters, and vegetables and vegetable products under the CAC in 100 kilocalories obtained the highest average scores for nutritional quality based on positive food components (including vitamins, protein, dietary fiber, and minerals, excluding sodium) among food categories for children aged four years and older and adults. Graphical Abstract

Siphamandla Nyawose, Rowena Naidoo, Nenad Naumovski et al.

The purpose of this study was to determine whether a combined L-arginine and L-citrulline beverage can enhance total nitric oxide (NOx), as well as physiological (cardiopulmonary metrics) and perceptual (rate of perceived exertion) responses to a repeated bout of high-intensity exercise among university soccer players. Thirty male soccer players were included in a randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel design. Participants performed two bouts of high-intensity running, spaced two hours apart. Forty minutes before the second bout only, participants consumed a 500 mL beverage containing 6 g L-arginine and 6 g L-citrulline (n = 15) or placebo (n = 15). Blood NOx concentration was measured immediately before and after both bouts. There was no significant increase in NOx or significant interaction effects for physiological, performance, or perceptual variables between the L-arginine/L-citrulline and placebo groups. The peak volume of oxygen uptake of the L-arginine/L-citrulline group was significantly higher in the second compared with the first exercise bout (54.92 ± 4.81 vs. 50.54 ± 9.22 mL/kg/min; <i>p</i> = 0.01). In the second bout of exercise, time to exhaustion in the L-arginine/L-citrulline group increased by 8.5% (~60 s) compared to the first. In conclusion, these results suggest that a single dose of L-arginine/L-citrulline beverage did not increase NOx yet seemed to impact aerobic metabolism in university soccer players.

Iskandar Azmy Harahap, Małgorzata Moszak, Magdalena Czlapka-Matyasik et al.

BackgroundMenopause poses significant health risks for women, particularly an increased vulnerability to fractures associated with osteoporosis. Dietary interventions have emerged as promising strategies, focusing on mitigating the risk of osteoporosis rather than solely addressing the established disease. This 12-week randomized controlled trial aimed to analyze the effects of consuming Lactobacillus acidophilus probiotics on calcium levels, biomarkers of bone metabolism, and bone mineral density (BMD) profiles in postmenopausal women.MethodsFifty-five participants were randomly assigned to receive either a placebo (n = 25) or the probiotic L. acidophilus UALa-01™ (n = 30) daily via oral intervention. Throughout the study, evaluations included body composition, blood biochemical parameters, serum calcium levels, and biomarkers of bone metabolism. Additionally, Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry was used to measure BMD profiles.ResultsThe findings delineated that the probiotic group experienced a decrease in serum calcium levels compared to their initial levels. However, hair calcium levels and biomarkers related to bone metabolism showed no notable changes within this group. Consumption of probiotic L. acidophilus also seemed to prevent fluctuations in bone turnover markers. Moreover, there were no significant alterations in BMD levels at the lumbar spine, left femur, and total body in the probiotic group. Additionally, probiotic intake led to favorable outcomes by significantly reducing both body fat and visceral fat during the intervention period. Conversely, an adverse effect of consuming probiotic L. acidophilus was observed with a significant increase in glucose concentration.ConclusionIn conclusion, the consumption of L. acidophilus probiotics daily for 12 weeks among postmenopausal women does not affect the profile of BMD, but it may help in stabilizing bone turnover. It is important to note that most measured parameters were within the normal range for this population. However, it is worth noting that 3 months of probiotic supplementation could potentially disrupt calcium and glucose status in postmenopausal women.

Berhanu Kuma, Girma Gata

This paper investigated factors affecting food price inflation in Ethiopia using data from 1990 to 2021 through an Autoregressive Distributed Lag Approach (ARDLA). The findings revealed that variables such as real GDP, world food price, rainfall amount, population number, money supply, exchange rate, and interest rate were co-integrated in the long run. The long run result revealed that real GDP and world food price at lag one affected food price inflation negatively and significantly whereas domestic food price, annual rainfall, interest rate and money supply affected food price inflation positively and significantly. Error Correction Term (ECT) was −68% suggesting that a quick adjustment process takes 1.42 years towards long run equilibrium path. The model was not serially correlated, the residuals are normally distributed, homoscedastic, not misspecified and stable according to the cumulative sum of recursive residuals. Fully Modified Ordinary Least Square (FMOLS) and Canonical Co-integrating Regression (CCR) alternative techniques verified the robustness of long-term coefficients of ARDL model. The study recommends that policymakers and government bodies should tighten monetary policies, balance population growth with the overall economy, and increase the use of irrigation technologies in drought-prone areas to ensure abundant food production.

S. Mennell, A. Murcott, A. V. Otterloo

Harry P. Cintineo, Marissa L. Bello, Alexa J. Chandler et al.

Background Tactical athletes require fast reaction times (RT) along with high levels of vigilance and marksmanship performance. Caffeine has been shown to improve these measures but also results in increased blood pressure and jitteriness. Research on other purine alkaloids, such as methylliberine and theacrine, has suggested they do not increase blood pressure or jitteriness to the same extent, but their impact on tactical performance is unknown. Methods A between-subjects, randomized, placebo-controlled design was used to test the effects of placebo (PLA), 300 mg caffeine (CAF), and a combination of 150 mg caffeine, 100 mg methylliberine, and 50 mg theacrine (CMT) on RT and marksmanship along with hemodynamic and arousal measures following a sustained vigilance task in tactical personnel (n = 48). Following consumption of the supplement, participants underwent a 150-min protocol consisting of two rounds. Each round began with leisurely reading followed by a 30-min vigilance task before beginning two trials of movement and marksmanship tasks. Hemodynamics and felt arousal were assessed throughout the protocol. Composite Z-scores were calculated for overall performance measures at each timepoint, and mixed-effects models were used to assess differences in RT, accuracy, and composite Z-scores along with hemodynamics and felt arousal. An α-level of 0.05 was used to determine statistical significance, and Cohen’s d was used to quantify effect sizes. Results A Group-by-Time interaction for vigilance RT (P = 0.038) indicated improvements for both CAF and CMT from round 1 to round 2 (P < 0.01) while PLA did not change (P = 0.27). No Group main effects or Group-by-Time interactions were found for movement or marksmanship performance (P > 0.20). Group main effects for systolic (SBP; P = 0.001) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP; P = 0.028) indicated higher SBP in CAF (P = 0.003, d= 0.84) and CMT (P = 0.007, d= 0.79) compared to PLA but only higher DBP in CAF (P = 0.025, d= 0.74). No Group-by-Time interaction or Group main effect was found for felt arousal (P > 0.16). Conclusions These findings suggest similar benefits on RT during a vigilance task between CAF, containing 300 mg caffeine, and CMT above PLA, though CAF resulted in slightly less favorable hemodynamic changes. This study is the first to provide data showing similar efficacy of combined caffeine, methylliberine, and theacrine compared to double the caffeine dose consumed alone on vigilance RT but without a significant rise in DBP above PLA in tactical personnel.

Xu Pan, Lijing Xu, Lijing Xu et al.

In this study, a high-efficiency and non-pollution extraction procedure, ultrasound-assisted technique with deep eutectic solvents (DESs), was applied for extraction of polysaccharides from Morchella importuna (MIP-D). The results exhibited that the system of DES was: mole ratio between choline chloride and oxalic acid of 2:1, water content of 90% (v/v), and the optimal extraction parameters were as follows: extraction time of 31.2 min, extraction temperature of 62.1°C, and the liquid–solid ratio of 32.5:1 (v/w). Under these extraction parameters, the extraction yield of MIP-D was 4.5 times higher than hot water extraction (HWE) method and had higher carbohydrate (85.27%) and sulfate contents (34.16%). Moreover, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and Fourier-transform IR (FTIR) spectrum analysis indicated that MIP-D was comprised of glucosamine, galactose, glucose, and mannose, with molar ratios of 0.39:1.88:3.82:3.91, which contained the pyranose ring skeleton. High-performance gel permeation chromatography (HPGPC) analysis revealed that MIP-D showed three fractions with molecular weights of 2.6 × 106, 7.3 × 104, and 3.7 × 103 Da, which were lower than those of polysaccharides extracted by HWE. In-vitro tests proved that MIP-D possessed excellent antioxidant and inhibited α-amylase and α-glucosidase inhibitory activities. Therefore, DESs (choline chloride-oxalic acid) as a high-efficiency and non-pollution solvent alternative can be applied to the separation of bioactive polysaccharides from Morchella importuna (M. importuna).

Mauricio Ramírez-Maldonado, Lucas Jurado-Fasoli, Juan del Coso et al.

Background There is evidence that caffeine increases the maximal fat oxidation rate (MFO) and aerobic capacity, which are known to be lower in the morning than in the afternoon. This paper examines the effect of caffeine intake on the diurnal variation of MFO during a graded exercise test in active men. Methods Using a triple-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover experimental design, 15 active caffeine-naïve men (age: 32 ± 7 years) completed a graded exercise test four times at seven-day intervals. The subjects ingested 3 mg/kg of caffeine or a placebo at 8 am in the morning and 5 pm in the afternoon (each subject completed tests under all four conditions in a random order). A graded cycling test was performed. MFO and maximum oxygen uptake (VO2max) were measured by indirect calorimetry, and the intensity of exercise that elicited MFO (Fatmax) calculated. Results MFO, Fatmax and VO2max were significantly higher in the afternoon than in the morning (all P < 0.05). Compared to the placebo, caffeine increased mean MFO by 10.7% (0.28 ± 0.10 vs. 0.31 ± 0.09 g/min respectively, P < 0.001) in the morning, and by a mean 29.0% (0.31 ± 0.09 vs. 0.40 ± 0.10 g/min, P < 0.001) in the afternoon. Caffeine also increased mean Fatmax by 11.1% (36.9 ± 14.4 [placebo] vs. 41.0 ± 13.1%, P = 0.005) in the morning, and by 13.1% (42.0 ± 11.6 vs. 47.5 ± 10.8%, P = 0.008) in the afternoon. Conclusion These findings confirm the previously reported diurnal variation in the whole-body fat oxidation rate during graded exercise in active caffeine-naïve men, and indicate that the acute ingestion of 3 mg/kg of caffeine increases MFO, Fatmax and VO2max independent of the time of day. Trial registration NCT04320446. Registered 25 March 2020 - Retrospectively registered

Andreea-Stefania Baltag, Melanie Bosman, Andrea Bravo Wilson et al.

The purpose of this study was to gain knowledge about sexual harassment as perceived and experienced by male and female restaurant employees. The research was carried out by using an online survey and five interviews. The 137 participants of the survey and the five interviewees are all students at a university of applied sciences in the Netherlands who work or have worked in the restaurant industry. The results indicate that females label more incidents as sexual harassment than males; that females experienced more incidents of sexual harassment from guests than males did; and that sexual harassment negatively affects both females’ and males’ motivation and well-being. Based on the incidence and impact of sexual harassment, we recommend raising awareness and educating people from an early age regarding sexual harassment and to insist that every restaurant has a proper policy and training programme to prevent and penalise sexual harassment.

EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA)

Abstract Endorsement date 21 January 2021 Implementation date 27 March 2021 Upon request from the European Commission, the scientific and technical guidance for the preparation and presentation of an application for authorisation of a health claim initially published in 2007 and subsequently revised in 2011 and 2016 has been updated. This guidance document presents a common format for the organisation of information for the preparation of a well‐structured application for authorisation of health claims which fall under Articles 13(5), 14, and 19 of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. This guidance outlines: the information and scientific data which must be included in the application, the hierarchy of different types of data and study designs, and the key issues which should be addressed in the application to substantiate the health claim. This guidance has been revised in 2020 to inform applicants of new provisions in the pre‐submission phase and in the application procedure set out in Regulation (EC) No 178/2002, as amended by Regulation (EU) 2019/1381 on the transparency and sustainability of the EU risk assessment in the food chain, that are applicable to all applications submitted as of 27 March 2021. The 2016 version of this guidance remains applicable to applications submitted before 27 March 2021.

Natalie Nitsche, A. Matysiak, J. Bavel et al.

JIANG Guo-fu, XIE Nian-feng, ZHANG Yun-ying et al.

The grout vomiting value is one of the key indicators for judging the quality of Jiangxi straight rice noodles. The main factors that affect the results of the grout vomiting value are as follows: cooking time,cooking temperature, stirring, methods of pipetting et al. However, most of the above factors were not limited in DB/T222—1998 the measurement standard of grout vomiting value of Jiangxi straight rice noodles except the cooking time. It is easy to have errors in the actual measurement. Therefore, effect of four factors including cooking time, cooking temperature, stirring, and methods of pipetting on the grout vomiting were studied in this research. Result indicated that obtained data from the graphite hot plate heating method was stable and had a small error. It would be better if the grout vomiting value were expressed in the average of the three measured after every three shakes. The data will be more accurate if the pipetting area is in the middle of the volumetric flask. The stirs number during the cooking process need declare. Overcooking would increase the grout vomiting value. Partial revision of DB/T222—1998 was recommended according to this research. This study will provide a more accurate method for the detection of the grout vomiting value of Jiangxi straight rice noodles and promote the standardization of Jiangxi straight rice noodles.

Titus Priyo Harjatmo, Moch . Rachmat, Pritasari Pritasari et al.

ABSTRAK Latar Belakang. Garam dapur yang terfortifikasi umumnya merupakan sumber iodium yang baik. Survei yang telah dilakukan oleh Program Studi Diploma IV Gizi Jurusan Gizi Politeknik Kesehatan Jakarta pada 2015 di Kecamatan Warunggunung menunjukkan bahwa kadar iodium dalam garam rumah tangga yang positif mengandung iodium hanya sebesar 33,3%. Hal ini sangat jauh dari target yang telah ditetapkan pada Universal Salt Iodization (USI). Tujuan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui gambaran kadar iodium dalam garam rumah tangga berdasarkan kadar iodium dalam garam yang dibeli responden. Metode. Penelitian dilakukan di Desa Sukarendah Kecamatan Warunggunung mengingat cakupan kadar iodium yang digunakan rumah tangga masih rendah sehingga perlu diteliti kadar iodium dalam garam yang dibeli rumah tangga. Sampel penelitian adalah rumah tangga yang mempunyai anak sekolah dasar di desa tersebut yang dipilih secara cluster random sampling sebanyak 60 rumah tangga dengan titik pusat klaster rumah Ketua RT. Waktu penelitian dilakukan pada bulan Juli 2016. Analisis data dilakukan secara deskriptif terhadap variabel penelitian. Hasil. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar (75,0%) garam yang digunakan di rumah tangga dalam kategori negatif dan hanya 25,0% yang positif mengandung iodium sesuai dengan kadar yang ditentukan. Dari hasil pemeriksaan kadar iodium urine pada sampel anak sekolah dasar menunjukkan bahwa kadar iodium urine dalam kategori memadai namun dijumpai pada anak sekolah dasar yang kekurangan iodium dalam kategori sedang. Kesimpulan. Kadar Iodium dalam garam yang digunakan rumah tangga sebesar 75,0% dalam kategori kurang dari standar (30 ppm). Kecukupan iodium responden dalam kategori memadai berdasarkan nilai median Urine Iodine Excretion.

EFSA Panel on Food Contact Materials, Enzymes, Flavourings and Processing Aids (CEF), Vittorio Silano, Claudia Bolognesi et al.

Abstract This scientific opinion of the EFSA Panel on Food Contact Materials, Enzymes, Flavourings and Processing Aids (CEF Panel) deals with the safety assessment of the Plastienvase recycling process (EU register number RECYC0138), which is based on the EREMA Basic technology. The input to this process is hot washed and dried poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) flakes originating from collected post‐consumer PET containers, containing no more than 5% PET from non‐food consumer applications. In this technology, post‐consumer washed and dried PET flakes are heated in a continuous reactor under vacuum before being extruded. Having examined the results of the challenge test provided, the Panel concluded that the continuous reactor step (step 2) is the critical step that determines the decontamination efficiency of the process. The operating parameters controlling its performance are well defined and are temperature, pressure and residence time. It was demonstrated that, depending on the operating conditions, the recycling process under evaluation is able to ensure that the level of migration of potential unknown contaminants into food is below a conservatively modelled migration of 0.15 μg/kg food, derived from the exposure scenario for toddlers. The Panel concluded that recycled PET obtained from the process is not of safety concern when the final thermoformed trays and containers manufactured with the recycled sheets and not used for packaging water contain up to 100% recycled post‐consumer PET. These thermoformed trays are not intended to be used and should not be used in microwave and conventional ovens.

EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP)

Abstract The additive complexation products of sodium tartrates with iron(III) chloride (Fe‐TA), which is a an equilibrium mixture of sodium tartrates with iron(III) chloride, is intended to be used as an anticaking agent in salt (sodium chloride) for all animal species and categories. The proposed inclusion levels vary between 3 and 12 mg iron/kg salt, equivalent to 26 to 106 mg Fe‐TA/kg salt (on a dry matter basis). Fe‐TA is intended to be dripped onto salt in the form of a 1:8 water solution. The use of Fe‐TA at the maximum recommended supplementation rate for common salt (106 mg Fe‐TA dry matter/kg) is considered safe for all animal species and categories. There is no indication that the use of Fe‐TA in animal nutrition would result in a measurable exposure of the consumer to Fe‐TA or its constituents tartrate, iron and oxalate. Therefore, no concerns for the safety for the consumer would arise from the use of Fe‐TA, provided that the conditions of use recommended by the applicant are respected. Users are unlikely to be exposed to the additive by inhalation. Fe‐TA is not an irritant to skin and eyes, is not a skin sensitiser and is of low acute dermal toxicity. No risk to the environment is expected from the use of Fe‐TA in animal nutrition. The Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP) concludes that the additive has the potential to be efficacious as an anticaking agent when used in salt at the minimum proposed concentration of 3 mg iron/kg salt (equivalent to 26 mg Fe‐TA/kg salt, on a dry matter basis).

S Krüger, E Barrat, P Van Der Merwe

The objective of this study was to investigate the impact of a hunting trip on hunters‟ quality of life (QoL) as measured by life domains. A number of life domains that are directly related to a hunting trip may affect the QoL of hunters. A web-based survey was conducted and 158 responses were received. The statistical analysis consisted of descriptive statistics of the demographic profile of hunters, Cronbach‟s alpha, mean-inter-item-correlations, mean/standard deviation and a structural equation model. The results have indicated that social and travel life domains have a statistically significant effect on life domains overall, as well as on the QoL of hunters on a hunting trip as measured by life domains. The main contributions of the research are twofold: Firstly, it makes a contribution to the current literature on hunters and QoL; and secondly, it has identified the intangible aspects of hunting that may be used by owners of hunting products in marketing a hunting trip.