October 16, 2015 | New York, NY
Well-informed nutrition policy decisions which consider scientific evidence should strive for effective policies that improve health outcomes on a large scale. This one-day conference will focus on emerging research methodologies,
how to interpret research outcomes, and how these can be used to inform policy. Speakers will address:
- Methods for building an evidence base: What is new in nutrition policy research?
- How to move from evidence to policy, using real-life examples of policy unfolding
- Science or Spin: Media personalities tasked with covering nutrition science and policy
November 16, 2015 | New York, NY
We call them low-calorie, non-nutritive, artificial, and intense sweeteners; sugar substitutes that serve as a non-caloric alternative to sucrose or table sugar. Reducing the number of calories in sweetened foods and beverages, they are used with the goal of achieving weight loss or controlling body weight.
November 19, 2015 | New York, NY
The General Assembly of the United Nations' proclamation of 2016 as the "International Year of Pulses" focuses attention on pulse crops such as beans, peas, lentils, and chickpeas. This diverse group of staple foods has been cultivated by civilizations across
the globe for over 10,000 years. Worldwide activities throughout 2016 will explore the integral role these nutrient-dense foods can play in small-holder sustainable cropping systems and meeting the global nutrition and agricultural challenges of our time.
This inaugural conference will look at the contribution of pulses in healthy and sustainable diets, examine how pulses can make significant impacts on public health, and explore opportunities for enhancing these benefits broadly through food system innovations.
Register today.
December 4, 2015 | New York, NY
Early bird deadline: October 30, 2015
Adequate lean body mass plays a vital role in overall health. A reduction in lean body mass and strength increases mortality and affects quality of life, and can also increase recovery times and length of hospital stays. Recovering lean body mass which has
been lost is difficult; however, comprehensive healthcare that emphasizes early diagnosis and treatments for lean body mass loss may help mitigate the problem. Clinicians have an opportunity to be agents of change by taking research to practice to treat age-
and disease-related loss of lean body mass through innovative clinical and nutrition interventions.
Register today.
This event is pending CME, CNE, CPE, & CHES credits through the Clinical Directors Network.
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Also of interest at the New York Academy of Sciences:
Advances
in Human Microbiome Science
October 15, 2015 | New York, NY
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Recent Policy Brief:
"Every Child's Potential: A Call to Action and Policy Brief"
The evidence is overwhelming: supporting early child development needs to be considered holistically despite multiple obstacles, including disciplinary siloes and fragmented implementation
channels. The challenge now is to communicate this evidence in support of integration, without omitting the nuances related to contexts, expectations, timing, and capacities, nor the remaining knowledge gaps.
To download the Policy Brief, please go to
www.nyas.org/ChildNutrition-Policy
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From Our Partner:
ObesityWeek 2015 Brings the Latest in Obesity Science and Treatment to Los Angeles, November 2 - 7, 2015
Obesity is taking stage as one of the most pervasive, chronic diseases in need of new strategies for medical treatment and prevention.
ObesityWeek answers the call. Join more than 5,000 attendees from around the world who share a passion for advancing the research, treatment and prevention of obesity November 2 - 7, 2015. The meeting combines a variety of formats, ranging from poster presentations
to live debates. With more than 1,500 research abstracts unveiled and more than 100 educational sessions, attendees will have unique access to the latest information needed to stand out in the field. The
content and delivery has been developed by a committee of field experts with the needs of the attendee in mind. The meeting is designated for 30+
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Registration is open! Find out more
here.
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Recent Nutrition
eBriefings
This eBriefing is a multimedia report from the conference of the same title held on April 16, 2015. The talks highlighted advances made through systems-based approaches, including systems epidemiology and genetics. Speakers
discussed how the findings could inform individual choices and food policies aimed at reducing the obesity epidemic.
On March 26-27, 2015, nutrition and dementia researchers and practitioners gathered for a two-day conference focusing on nutrition and dementia. An opening session focused on the myriad neurological and physiological changes that
unfold during the course of aging, and how these changes might be influenced by nutrition. A second session focused on how diet, lifestyle, and nutrient supplementation impact dementia prevention; and a final session looked at nutrition and distinct nutritional
requirements in the management of dementia.
Recent Podcast
A recent conference held at the Academy asked a downright outrageous question: Can dementia be prevented by making changes to your diet? In this podcast, we look at some possible answers.
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Related Readings: Huffington Post blogs talk about the Sackler Institute's work
By Professor Rafael Perez-Escamilla, Yale School of Public Health
What does it mean to integrate nutrition and early child development for us, in the U.S.?
The
Problem With Protein
By Amy R. Beaudreault
Worldwide protein demands are expected to grow by 72 percent in 2050, and sustainability will be a key factor when considering animal-source protein production. Dr.
Amy Beaudreault of The Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science at the New York Academy of Sciences offers her perspective on how to create sustainable solutions to proactively tackle malnutrition
and create enough nutrient-rich food to satisfy growing demand.
By
Amy R. Beaudreault
Considering the additional overall health and anti-inflammatory benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, it seems prudent for parents and clinicians to consider increasing intake of omega-3 fatty acids among children with ADHD.
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The Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science is Now on Twitter! Follow us @NYASNutr
The Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science at the New York Academy of Sciences is dedicated to advancing nutrition science research and knowledge. Follow the Sackler Institute's new event
feed on Twitter, @NYASNutr, to stay up-to-date on all of the latest news, events, and other opportunities.
Convening cutting-edge scientific events for nearly 200 years, the New York Academy of Sciences has inspired centuries of scientific progress. Follow the New York Academy of Sciences' meetings & conferences news
feed now to find out more about all the upcoming events @NYASEvents.
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