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Insights into the Science behind the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
ASN helps members navigate the DGA and understand the science underlying its recommendations. Published every five years, the Dietary Guidelines
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Can Big Data Shed New Light on Root Causes of Obesity?
Current Developments in Nutrition authors believe big data may reveal new causal associations According to the World Health Organization (WHO),
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Valuing the Diversity of Research Methods to Advance Nutrition Science
ASN argues that diverse methods enhance nutrition science In May 2020, the ASN Board of Directors commissioned a task force
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ASN Journal Editors Join More than 250 Editors Calling for Urgent Climate Action
“Wealthy nations must step up support for Africa and vulnerable countries in addressing past, present, and future impacts of climate
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Insects for Dinner?
Trick or treat? Or an undervalued source of high-quality protein? How do you feel about insects for dinner? The answer
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Are Prebiotics the Solution to Iron Deficiency Anemia?
Review published in Advances in Nutrition finds promising results, but more research is needed Iron deficiency anemia, the most common
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Are Probiotics an Effective Treatment for Respiratory Tract Infection?
Review published in Advances in Nutrition suggests probiotics “modestly reduce the incidence, duration, and severity of respiratory tract infection” Respiratory
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Inside the 2022 White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health
*Authored by Sarah Ohlhorst, MS, RD, Chief Science Policy Officer It was an honor for the American Society for Nutrition
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Nutrition and Chronic Disease
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that six out of ten American adults have at least one
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