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Released: 2-Jul-2024 11:30 AM EDT
The American Society for Nutrition announces Orlando, Florida as the location for its annual flagship meeting, NUTRITION 2025
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

The American Society for Nutrition (ASN) has announced that next year’s meeting is scheduled to be held May 31 – June 3, 2025, in Orlando, Florida.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
What You Eat at Age 40 Could Influence Your Quality of Life at 70
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new study found that fewer than 1 in 10 people were able to live free of disease and maintain good physical, cognitive and mental health to age 70 and beyond. The study suggests that sticking to a healthy diet in midlife could increase your chance of achieving healthy aging.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Eating More Soy Foods Could Improve Thinking and Attention in Kids
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new study found that school-aged children who consumed more isoflavones from soy foods exhibited better thinking abilities and attention. These findings pave the way for future research aimed at unraveling how soy foods can positively impact children's cognitive abilities.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Want to Stay Mentally Sharp Longer? Eat a Healthy Diet Now
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Eating a high-quality diet in youth and middle age could help keep your brain functioning well in your senior years, according to new preliminary findings from a study that used data collected from over 3,000 people followed for nearly seven decades.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Farm-to-Table Study Reveals Why Whole Grains Are Healthiest
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

What does whole wheat have that refined flour lacks? A new study reveals key differences in nutrient content along with exactly where nutrients are lost — and sometimes gained — along the journey from farm to table.

   
24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Study Suggests States Could Cut Healthcare Costs by Delivering Patient Tailored Meals
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

According to new research looking at every U.S. state, programs that deliver medically tailored meals (MTMs) to people with diet-sensitive conditions such as diabetes and heart disease along with limitations in the ability to perform daily activities could lead to substantial savings in healthcare costs.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Daily Sauna Time Might Help Prevent Menopause-Related Weight Gain
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

New research performed with mice suggests that daily time in a warm environment such as a sauna might help older adults, especially women, combat age-related obesity and insulin resistance. The study shows the potential of heat treatments as a simple way to promote healthier aging.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Intake of Ultra-Processed Foods Linked with Increased Risk of Death
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

In a new study, older adults who reported consuming higher amounts of ultra-processed foods, as defined by the NOVA classification system, were about 10% more likely to die over a median follow-up of 23 years compared with those who consumed less processed food.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Limiting Ultra-Processed Foods Does Not Necessarily Make for a Healthy Diet
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new study demonstrates that eating primarily minimally processed foods, as they are defined by the NOVA classification system, does not automatically make for a healthy diet, suggesting that the types of foods we eat may matter more than the level of processing used to make them.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Research Uncovers Heart-Protective Eating Patterns for Type 1 Diabetes
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Eating patterns that align with the Mediterranean diet or the dietary approaches to stop hypertension (DASH) diet could help lower cardiovascular disease risk in adults with type 1 diabetes, according to results from a six-year study.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Does Baby-Led Weaning Meet Nutritional Needs?
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

New study findings suggest that baby-led weaning — a popular method for introducing solid foods to infants — furnishes ample calories for growth and development. The findings provide evidence-based support for baby-led weaning, which has not been heavily studied.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Trying to Eat More Vegetables? Snacking on Carrots Might Help
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new study found that eating a snack of baby carrots just three times a week significantly increased skin carotenoids in young adults. Levels of these phytonutrients were boosted even more when this healthy snack was combined with a multivitamin containing the carotenoid beta carotene.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Could Dad’s Diet Influence His Offsprings’ Health?
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A study performed in mice has uncovered a potential new tool to combat the escalating issue of childhood obesity. The research suggests that a simple dietary change, in the form of a fish oil supplement taken by fathers, might help address this pressing health concern.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Compound from Olives Shows Promise for Treating Obesity and Diabetes
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Findings from a new mouse study suggest that elenolic acid, a natural compound found in olives, can lower blood sugar levels and promote weight loss. The research could pave the way to the development of safe and inexpensive natural products for managing obesity and type 2 diabetes in people.

24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
Higher Calcium and Zinc Intake Linked with Healthier Pregnancy Outcomes
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

People with higher intakes of calcium and zinc in the three months before they conceived were significantly less likely to suffer hypertensive disorders during their pregnancy compared with those who had lower intakes of these essential minerals, according to new research.

Released: 24-Jun-2024 9:30 AM EDT
NUTRITION 2024 Press Materials Available Now
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Press materials are now available for NUTRITION 2024, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition (ASN). Top nutrition scientists and practitioners from around the world will gather to share the latest research findings on food and nutrition during the meeting in Chicago from June 29–July 2.

Released: 10-Jun-2024 9:00 AM EDT
NUTRITION 2024 showcases groundbreaking research on what we eat and why it matters
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Be among the first to hear breaking news in food and nutrition science at NUTRITION 2024, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition held June 29–July 2 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

Released: 21-May-2024 9:00 AM EDT
Meeting preview: Hot topics at NUTRITION 2024
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Thousands of top nutrition experts will gather next month for a dynamic program of research announcements, policy discussions and award lectures at NUTRITION 2024, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition. Reporters and bloggers are invited to apply for a complimentary press pass to attend the meeting in Chicago from June 29–July 2.

Released: 2-May-2024 9:00 AM EDT
Program announced for NUTRITION 2024 to be held June 29–July 2
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Reporters are invited to join leading nutrition researchers and professionals at NUTRITION 2024, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition.



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