CHICAGO – Nutrition and health experts from around the world will explore the latest advances in medical nutrition therapy, healthcare technology and access to nutrition services at the 2022 Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Food and Nutrition Conference and Exhibition®October 8-11, at the Orlando Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
Dietitian nutritionists, nutrition and dietetic technicians, accredited nutritional science researchers, policy makers, healthcare providers and industry leaders are expected to participate in more than 100 innovative health science research projects. nutrition and educational presentations, round tables and poster presentations. Additionally, attendees can explore the Expo Hall to interact with exhibitors, learn more about products and services, register for giveaways, discuss employment opportunities, receive nutrition educational materials for customers and even more.
For those who cannot attend in person, the Academy will offer a set of educational sessions in a virtual component available for live streaming and on-demand access until May 31, 2023.
Eligible journalists are welcome and encouraged to cover the Academy’s Food and Nutrition Conference and Exhibition.®. To request media credentials, visit the Newsroom Guidelines page. There will be no on-site registration due to COVID-19 precautions.
FNCE® Highlights of educational sessions include (all times Eastern):
Sunday October 9
Fireside Chat with USDA Director Sara Bleich, PhD: The Role of the Nutrition Professional in Achieving Nutrition Security and Health Equity
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Sara Bleich, PhD., will describe USDA’s actions to support nutrition security and the role of nutrition and dietetics professionals in achieving nutrition security and health equity. She will also answer questions on hot topics such as the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health and the infant formula shortage.
Up Close and Personal: A Wide-ranging Conversation with Former FDA Commissioner David Kessler, MD
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
David Kessler, MD, Covid Response Scientific Director for President Biden, will receive the Academy Foundation’s highest honor, the Edna and Robert Langholz International Nutrition Award. He will cover topics such as the impact of the Nutrition Facts label on nutrition and health, the role of nutrition in the COVID-19 pandemic, and the value of nutrition and food and nutrition professionals. nutrition in disease prevention.
Are we ready? Dietary recommendations based on direct-to-consumer gut microbiome testing
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
As the popularity of direct-to-consumer gut microbiome testing increases, speakers will review gut microbiome research, its promise in producing individualized dietary recommendations, and what still remains to be known.
Monday October 10
Menopause and metabolism: what happens and how to help
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Speakers will discuss what is and isn’t known about metabolic changes during perimenopause and how to prepare for what happens next. They will examine how culturally specific approaches can offer relief from perimenopausal symptoms and the health effects of menopause.
2022 American Cancer Society Guideline on Nutrition and Physical Activity for Cancer Survivors
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Growing evidence suggests that diet, physical activity and obesity affect the risk of recurrence and overall survival after a cancer diagnosis. The 2022 Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines for Cancer Survivors address nutrition and physical activity recommendations for the treatment of patients with cancer.
Cultural Sensitivity: Going Beyond Awareness to Provide Inclusive and Equitable Care
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
This session aims to demonstrate practical ways for nutrition and dietetics professionals to prioritize health equity in the language they use, the policies they implement, and the practices they adopt.
Tuesday October 11
Food trade in times of inflation and food shortages
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Speakers will provide resources and steps to guide clients in completing nutritious food swaps when budget and time are tight or when availability of nutrient-dense foods is limited. Additionally, speakers will provide a summary of key takeaways from the September 28 White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health and explain how they contribute to helping consumers choose nutritious and affordable foods.
Nutrition, neurocognition and the microbiome: connecting the dots
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Speakers will discuss exciting new evidence suggesting that diet and the gut microbiome work together to affect cognition and mental health. What role can diet play in preventing cognitive decline or other cognitive impairments?
Preserving kidney function through cultural plant-based foods: a global collaboration
9:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Modifying and becoming aware of cultural food choices can help preserve kidney function in people living in communities where medical nutrition therapy for kidney failure is not available or is too expensive. Speakers will present practical plant-based nutrition strategies to ensure preservation of kidney function.
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Representing more than 112,000 accredited nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. The Academy is committed to improving the health of the nation and advancing the dietetic profession through research, education and advocacy. Visit the Academy at www.eatright.org.
