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1-Jun-2021 9:00 AM EDT
Most Americans Are Not Getting Enough Fiber in Our Diets
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Only 5% of men and 9% of women are getting the recommended daily amount of dietary fiber, according to a study being presented at NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE. Insufficient fiber intake is associated with a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, two of the most common diseases in the U.S.

1-Jun-2021 9:00 AM EDT
The Latest Science on Staying Healthy During Pregnancy
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Healthy habits are particularly important during pregnancy. Four new studies being presented at NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE look at how supplements, eating habits and physical activity can affect various aspects of health during pregnancy.

1-Jun-2021 9:00 AM EDT
Smartphone Use Associated with Unhealthy Eating and Overweight in Teens
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Even moderate smartphone use may influence teens’ diet and weight, according to a new study of more than 53,000 Korean adolescents. Teens who used a smartphone for more than 2 hours per day were significantly more likely to eat more junk food and fewer fruits and vegetables than those spending less time on their phone. Teens spending more than 3 hours per day on a smartphone were significantly more likely to be overweight or obese.

Released: 1-Jun-2021 9:00 AM EDT
Featured research from NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Press materials are now available for NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE, a dynamic virtual event showcasing new research findings and timely discussions on food and nutrition. The online meeting will be held June 7–10, 2021.

Released: 18-May-2021 9:00 AM EDT
Meeting Preview: Hot Topics at NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Reporters and bloggers are invited to join top nutrition researchers and practitioners for a dynamic virtual program at NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE. The flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition runs June 7–10, 2021 and features research announcements, expert discussions and more.

Released: 6-May-2021 9:00 AM EDT
American Society for Nutrition Foundation Announces Class of 2021 Fellows
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

The American Society for Nutrition (ASN) today announced the 15 individuals who will be inducted into its Class of 2021 Fellows. To be inducted as a Fellow of the Society is the highest honor ASN bestows, recognizing individuals for significant discoveries and distinguished careers in the field of nutrition.

Released: 5-May-2021 9:00 AM EDT
ASN Foundation Announces Recipients of National Scientific Achievement Awards
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

The American Society for Nutrition (ASN) and the ASN Foundation are proud to announce the 2021 recipients of its scientific achievement awards.

Released: 27-Apr-2021 9:00 AM EDT
Featured Speakers Announced for NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

How has the field of nutrition changed how we eat and live? What new discoveries and advances may be just over the horizon? Get the latest insights from leading nutrition scientists and practitioners at NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE, the flagship online meeting of the American Society for Nutrition.

Released: 7-Apr-2021 9:00 AM EDT
Schedule Announced for NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Is precision nutrition all hype or the future of nutrition? How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected food access and choices? Do our nutritional needs change as we age? How can the world sustainably feed its growing population?

Released: 4-Mar-2021 9:00 AM EST
Announcing NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Complimentary press passes are now available for the year’s biggest virtual nutrition meeting, NUTRITION 2021 LIVE ONLINE. Join us June 7–10, 2021 for a dynamic program featuring leading scientists, groundbreaking research and the hottest topics in nutrition science.

   
28-May-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Leaders Call for ‘Moonshot’ on Nutrition Research
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Leading nutrition and food policy experts outline a bold case for strengthening federal nutrition research in a live interactive session as part of NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE, a virtual conference hosted by the American Society for Nutrition (ASN).

28-May-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Do Warning Labels Help People Choose Healthier Drinks?
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Warning labels on sugary drinks lead to healthier drink choices, according to new analysis of more than 20 studies examining these warnings.

28-May-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Eating Whole Grains Could Help Lower Diabetes Risk
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new analysis of more than 200,000 people found that eating high-quality carbohydrates, such as whole grains, was associated with a lower risk for type 2 diabetes.

28-May-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Playing Video Games Linked with Unhealthy Behaviors for College Men
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Results from a new study suggest that college men who play video games tend to exercise less and have poorer eating habits compared to non-gamers.

28-May-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Researchers Identify Seasonal Peaks for Foodborne Infections
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Using a newly developed approach, researchers have identified seasonal peaks for foodborne infections that could be used to optimize the timing and location of food inspections.

28-May-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Study Pinpoints Top Sources of Empty Calories for Children and Teens
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new study of children and teens found that more than 25% of the calories they consume were considered empty.

28-May-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Dieting? Studies Weigh In on Opportunities and Risks
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Get the latest research findings on fad diets, losing weight and healthful eating at NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE, a virtual conference featuring leading nutrition experts from around the world.

28-May-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Experts Debate Saturated Fat Consumption Guidelines for Americans
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Should public health guidelines recommend reducing saturated fat consumption as much as possible? Nutrition experts are tackling that controversial question head-on in a new series of papers outlining key points of agreement—and disagreement—in how to interpret the evidence and inform health guidelines.

Released: 28-May-2020 9:15 AM EDT
Featured research from NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Press materials are now available for NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE, a dynamic virtual event showcasing new research findings and timely discussions on food and nutrition. The online meeting will be held June 1–4, 2020.

Released: 18-May-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Announcing NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Journalists and bloggers are invited to attend NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE, a dynamic virtual event showcasing new research findings and timely discussions on food and nutrition. The online meeting will be held June 1–4, 2020.

Released: 17-Mar-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Schedule Announced for Nutrition 2020
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Nutrition 2020 is your source for the latest news on food, nutrition and health. This flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, to be held May 30–June 2 at the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle, will feature new research findings and panel discussions addressing hot topics in nutrition science, clinical practice and policy.

   
Released: 18-Feb-2020 10:05 AM EST
Press registration now open for Nutrition 2020
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Reporters and bloggers are invited to attend Nutrition 2020, the flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition. The meeting will be held May 30–June 2 at the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle.

3-Jun-2019 9:00 AM EDT
Eating More Vitamin K Found to Help, Not Harm, Patients on Warfarin
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

When prescribed the anticoagulant drug warfarin, many patients are told to limit foods rich in vitamin K, such as green vegetables. The results of a new clinical trial call that advice into question and suggest patients on warfarin actually benefit from increasing their vitamin K intake—as long as they keep their intake levels consistent.

3-Jun-2019 9:00 AM EDT
One Change Can Make Diet More Planet Friendly
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Food production is an important contributor to climate change, accounting for about a quarter of carbon emissions globally. According to a study that examined the real-world diets of thousands of people in the U.S., we could greatly reduce the carbon footprint of what we eat by changing just one food each day.

3-Jun-2019 9:00 AM EDT
Sun-Exposed Oyster Mushrooms Help Patients Fight Tuberculosis
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

In a new study, researchers show that sun-exposed oyster mushrooms offer a readily available source of vitamin D that can help TB patients respond better to anti-TB drugs by improving immune response.

3-Jun-2019 9:00 AM EDT
Study Links Poor Sleep with Poor Nutrition
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Many Americans get less than the recommended amount of sleep, and many do not consume the recommended amounts of important vitamins and minerals. A new study suggests the two factors may be connected.

3-Jun-2019 8:55 AM EDT
New Research on Diet and Supplements During Pregnancy and Beyond
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

The foods and nutrients a woman consumes while pregnant have important health implications for her and her baby. Nutrition 2019, the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, will feature new research on prenatal vitamins, infant supplements and the impacts of a mother’s diet during pregnancy and after the baby is born.

3-Jun-2019 9:00 AM EDT
Policies Encouraging Healthy Eating Could Greatly Cut Cancer-Related Costs
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

The foods we eat can play an important role in preventing cancer. New modeling research presented at Nutrition 2019 shows that policies using taxes or warning labels to encourage healthier eating could reduce the number of people who develop cancer, which would bring significant savings in medical costs.

3-Jun-2019 9:00 AM EDT
Do Policies Targeting Sugary Drinks Pay Off?
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Drinks with added sugar, also known as sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), are one of the largest sources of added sugar in the American diet and a major contributor to obesity. SSBs include non-diet sodas, flavored juice drinks, sports drinks, sweetened tea, coffee drinks, energy drinks and electrolyte replacement drinks. Research presented at Nutrition 2019 will examine how various policies could help reduce the consumption of these sugary beverages and improve health.

3-Jun-2019 9:00 AM EDT
Research Reveals How Diet Influences Diabetes Risk
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Could changing what we eat lower the chances of developing type 2 diabetes? Studies presented at Nutrition 2019 will examine how consuming certain foods, vitamins and even the order in which we eat can affect blood sugar levels and risk of developing 2 diabetes.

3-Jun-2019 9:00 AM EDT
What is the World Drinking? Study Reveals Global Intake of Major Beverages
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

The beverages we drink represent a substantial source of our daily calories and nutrients, yet standardized methods for tracking beverage consumption have been limited. In the latest and most comprehensive assessment of worldwide beverage consumption, researchers report substantial differences in the beverages consumed by different demographic groups in 185 countries.

3-Jun-2019 9:00 AM EDT
Millions of Cardiovascular Deaths Attributed to Not Eating Enough Fruits and Vegetables
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Preliminary findings from a new study reveal that inadequate fruit and vegetable consumption may account for millions of deaths from heart disease and strokes each year. The study estimated that roughly 1 in 7 cardiovascular deaths could be attributed to not eating enough fruit and 1 in 12 cardiovascular deaths could be attributed to not eating enough vegetables.

3-Jun-2019 9:00 AM EDT
Food for Thought: Studies Reveal Diet’s Role in Children’s Brain Health
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Eating well, drinking enough water and taking certain supplements have all been shown to positively affect brain function in adults. Less is known about how these factors affect children. At Nutrition 2019, the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, researchers announce new findings on the ways nutrition influences how children think, learn and behave.

Released: 14-May-2019 9:00 AM EDT
Nutrition 2019 Preview: Hot Topics in Research and Practice
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Journalists and bloggers are invited to join top scientists and practitioners as they discuss new nutrition research findings during Nutrition 2019, the flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition.

Released: 16-Apr-2019 9:00 AM EDT
Award Lecturers Announced for Nutrition 2019
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Renowned scientists and practitioners will address key topics in nutrition at Nutrition 2019, the flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, held June 8-11, 2019 at the Baltimore Convention Center.

Released: 19-Mar-2019 12:05 PM EDT
Schedule Announced for Nutrition 2019
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Nutrition 2019, the flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, will be held June 8-11, 2019 at the Baltimore Convention Center. The meeting will feature new research findings and panel discussions addressing hot topics in nutrition science, clinical practice and policy.

Released: 20-Feb-2019 1:25 PM EST
Press registration now open for Nutrition 2019
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Reporters and bloggers are invited to attend Nutrition 2019, the flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition. The meeting will be held June 8-11, 2019 at the Baltimore Convention Center.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
Fruit and Vegetable Prescriptions Encourage Children to Eat Healthy
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new study shows that a fruit and vegetable prescription program can improve access to healthy foods for underserved children. The program, which was implemented in Flint, Michigan, could be replicated in other areas to address food insecurity in children.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
Tracing the Impacts of Food and Nutrition Policies
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Many policies are being implemented or considered to try to steer people toward healthier food choices. The Nutrition 2018 meeting will feature studies that evaluate the impacts of existing policies and seek to inform the design of future ones.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
Adapting Lifestyle Habits Can Quickly Lower Blood Pressure
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Researchers have demonstrated that a program aimed at helping people modify lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise is as effective as medication at reducing blood pressure.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
Federal Food Aid to Puerto Rico High in Salt, Sugar
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

An analysis of 10 consecutive days of federal food aid delivered during the aftermath of Hurricane Maria reveals that much of this food exceeded the dietary limits for sodium, added sugars and saturated fats outlined in federal dietary guidelines.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
Large Study Finds Workplace Foods Contribute to Unhealthy Eating
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A study of 5,222 employees across the US found that the foods people get at work tend to contain high amounts of sodium and refined grains and very little whole grains and fruit.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
American Toddlers Consume Too Much Added Sugar
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

A new study suggests children in the US begin consuming added sugar at a very young age and that many toddlers’ sugar intake exceeds the maximum amount recommended for adults.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
Bacteriophages Offer Promising Alternative to Antibiotics
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Results from a new clinical study have confirmed the safety and tolerability of using bacteria-specific viruses known as bacteriophages to eliminate disease-causing bacteria in the gut.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
Improving Americans’ Diets Could Save Billions in Health-Related Costs
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

New research suggests improving the quality of the average American’s diet could substantially reduce costs associated with heart disease, diabetes, cancer and other major health problems. The study is the first to comprehensively analyze the potential cost implications of improved adherence to healthy dietary patterns (as measured by the Healthy Eating Index (HEI) and the Mediterranean-style diet (MED) score) among US adults across major chronic disease types.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
New Research Reveals Benefits of a Vegetarian Diet
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Eating a vegetarian or primarily plant-based diet is associated with a variety of health benefits. But simply being vegetarian is not enough to reap those benefits—the quality of the food matters, too. The Nutrition 2018 meeting will feature new research into the health impacts of eating a plant-based diet and how dietary quality influences those impacts.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
Scientists Identify Foods that Fight Disease
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Nutrition 2018 will feature the latest research into how adding certain foods to our diet might help lower risk for diabetes, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases and other health issues.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
Childhood Obesity: Insights on Risk Factors and Prevention
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

The factors that contribute to overweight and obesity are complex, but one pattern is clear: having obesity during childhood increases the likelihood of having obesity as an adult. The Nutrition 2018 meeting will feature new research on factors that may contribute to childhood obesity, as well as factors that can help kids maintain a healthy weight.

4-Jun-2018 8:00 AM EDT
The Latest Science on Breastfeeding
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Guidelines recommend breastfeeding as the best source of nutrition for most babies. The Nutrition 2018 meeting will feature new research findings on the nature of breast milk and how breastfeeding may affect the health of both moms and babies.


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