Newswise — Journalists and bloggers are invited to join top nutrition experts for a dynamic program at NUTRITION 2023. The annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition takes place July 22-25 at the Sheraton Boston and features research announcements, expert discussions and more.
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Highlights of NUTRITION 2023 include:
Dietary Guidelines – THE Dietary Guidelines for Americans provides advice on what to eat and drink to promote healthy growth and development, help prevent diet-related chronic diseases, and meet nutritional needs. Attendees will get a glimpse of what’s planned for the next edition of the guidelines, which will be released in 2025. (The 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans: What’s Ahead, 4-5 p.m. ET, Monday, July 24 . More information)
Artificial intelligence (AI) and precision nutrition – The NIH Common Fund’s Nutrition for Precision Health initiative aims to predict responses to dietary habits using AI-based approaches to analyze data from 10,000 study participants. All of us Research program. During this session, study leaders will provide an insider’s perspective on how this approach aims to pave the way for a new era in precision nutrition. (Behind the scenes at Nutrition for Precision Health, 8-9:30 a.m. ET, Tuesday, July 25) More information)
Adolescents and nutritional deficiencies – Various factors influence what teenagers eat, including social media, peer pressure and their desire for autonomy. Nutritional deficiencies in adolescents can have long-term consequences on health and development. This session will review research on these interconnected risks, identify behavioral issues, and explore science-based solutions to prevent nutritional deficiencies among adolescents. (Adolescents and nutritional deficiencies: a growing public health crisis, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET, Saturday, July 22. More information)
Food bioactives – Food bioactives are food components that promote health but are not essential for the prevention of nutritional deficiencies. This session will cover updates on research on dietary bioactives, including lutein for eye health and omega-3s to reduce the risk of premature birth, and examine which bioactives may be ready for intake recommendations. (Time to quantify dietary bioactive intake recommendations, 8-9:30 a.m. ET, Sunday, July 23. More information)
Gut microbiome and resilience – Our diet and the microbes in our gut interact to influence our health in various ways. New research also highlights the potential contribution of the microbiome to promoting resilience. This session will highlight new developments in this area and examine whether resilience can be used as a biomarker for a healthy gut microbiome. (Are we ready? Resilience as a biomarker for a “healthy” gut microbiome, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET, Monday, July 24 More information)
To request a press pass to attend NUTRITION 2023 in Boston, visit our Media policies and submit a Press registration form.
Qualified journalists will receive:
- A press badge providing access to all in-person meeting sessions in Boston
- Early access to embargoed materials featuring high-impact research
- Personal presentations for one-on-one interviews with star scientists
Can’t join us in person? With a press passYou can still get in on the action by gaining access to embargoed press materials ahead of the meeting.
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About the American Society for Nutrition (ASN)
ASN is the leading professional organization of nutrition scientists and clinicians worldwide. Founded in 1928, the company brings together top nutrition researchers, physicians, policymakers and industry leaders to advance our knowledge and applications in nutrition. ASN publishes four peer-reviewed journals and provides training and professional development opportunities to advance nutrition research, practice, and education. Since 2018, the American Society of Nutrition has presented NUTRITION, the world’s leading annual meeting for nutrition professionals.
