May 26, 2021
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Whether your focus is nutrition research, clinical practice, academia, public policy or an allied field, you can’t afford to miss
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Jun 04, 2021
2021 Video Contest Winners
ASN members are helping the public understanding the impact of nutrition research on public health through short videos showcasing their
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Jun 03, 2021
ASN Supports Pride Month 2021
*Heather Schier (she/her/hers) is a cisgender Graduate Research Associate in Dr. Carolyn Gunther’s Community Nutrition Research Lab and a doctoral
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Apr 20, 2021
Is It Time to Revise the AIN-93 Rodent Diet Formulas?
This important question will be addressed at a special session during NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE, June 7-10, 2021 In 1906,
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Mar 23, 2021
ASN Webinar Series: Understanding and Using the New 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Listen to the recordings and view the slides! On December 29, 2020 the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans were released
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Mar 14, 2021
ASN Supports National Nutrition Month® 2021
Originally launched in 1973 as National Nutrition Week, since 1980, March has been National Nutrition Month®, providing a month-long opportunity
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Jun 10, 2021
Trying not to overeat? How you eat matters
Study finds people who eat more tend to take larger bites or eat faster Rockville, Maryland (June 7, 2021) —
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The latest science on staying healthy during pregnancy
New research examines prenatal supplements, how eating patterns affect sleep, physical activity while pregnant and more Rockville, Md. (June 7,
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How kids eat: Five new insights on daily habits and childhood obesity
Studies reveal how family, social media and COVID-19 influence children’s diets and health Rockville, Maryland (June 7, 2021) — What
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Jun 09, 2021
Cutting food waste alone won’t solve world’s nutritional needs
To feed the growing population, researchers urge attention to essential vitamins and minerals Rockville, Maryland (June 7, 2021) — Reducing
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Most Americans are not getting enough fiber in our diets
Just 7% of adults meet fiber recommendations, raising risk of chronic diseases Rockville, Maryland (June 7, 2021) — Only 5%
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Jun 16, 2021
Calcium fatty acid soap formation is dependent on fat source
A body of literature suggests that elevated dietary calcium intake can lead to reduced body weight. However, the mechanisms whereby
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May 24, 2021
NO: Another reason to say yes to vegetables
A new study highlights the potential benefits of higher habitual dietary nitrate, predominantly from vegetables, to support muscle function in
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Not all dietary proteins are created equal
A new study published in The Journal of Nutrition concluded that “ounce equivalents” of animal- and plant-based protein-rich foods may
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Feb 22, 2021
Eating Disorders Are on the Rise
COVID-19 pandemic presents unique challenges to individuals with eating disorders Approximately 24 million people in the United States suffer from
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Apr 19, 2020
How to stay fit and healthy during coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
There is a direct relationship between your diet, physical activity, and health. Your nutrition is a key player when it
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Jan 25, 2019
Going nuts about milk? Here’s what you need to know about plant-based milk alternatives
I don’t necessarily need to take milk products out of my diet. But as a consumer who is curious about
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