A 20-year study of more than 65,000 postmenopausal women found that higher adherence to the Planetary Health Diet was associated with a lower risk of overall cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, stroke and heart failure.

In 2021, the FDA issued Phase I voluntary sodium reduction targets to encourage manufacturers to lower the sodium in packaged food products by 2024. The targets appear to have had minimal impact, according to a study comparing sodium content of new products introduced before and after the guidance was issued. 

Press materials are now available for NUTRITION 2026, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition (ASN). Nutrition scientists and practitioners from around the world will gather to share the latest research findings on food and nutrition during the meeting, to be held July 25–28 in National Harbor, Maryland, just outside Washington, D.C.

Join us July 25–28 in National Harbor, Maryland, just outside Washington, D.C. for the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition. With a complimentary press pass, qualifying journalists can be among the first to hear the newest research findings and connect with leaders in nutrition science, practice and policy.

In a significant step forward for advancing science to support public health, the American Society for Nutrition (ASN) and The Obesity Society (TOS) are proud to announce a new strategic alliance that unites two leading scientific organizations under a shared vision: advancing health through the best in nutrition and obesity research and practice. This collaboration reflects a growing recognition that nutrition and obesity science are interconnected disciplines critical to improving global health. Together, ASN and TOS will work to accelerate the translation of cutting-edge research into effective practice, education, and policy.  

NUTRITION 2026 puts science in the spotlight as thousands of nutrition researchers and health professionals convene for the the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition. Qualifying journalists are invited to join the action July 25–28 in National Harbor, Maryland, just outside Washington, D.C.

The American Society for Nutrition Foundation (ASN Foundation) and the Novo Nordisk Foundation today announced the latest recipients of the annual ASN Foundation-Novo Nordisk Foundation Henrik Dam and Flemming Quaade Awards, now in their second year. The awards recognize two scientists whose work is driving new insights and solutions in nutrition and obesity.

Complimentary press passes are available for qualifying journalists to attend NUTRITION 2026, the annual flagship meeting of the American Society for Nutrition. Join thousands of nutrition researchers and professionals to examine the latest science shaping national conversations July 25–28 in National Harbor, Maryland, just outside Washington, D.C.