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Breaking news from the Academy in food and nutrition research and information for the consumer.

Commitment to Institutional Ethics: Academy Responds to Inaccurate New York Times Article

You may have read an article in the April 11 New York Times titled "Food Politics Creates Rift in Panel on Labeling." Despite the Academy's efforts to provide accurate information to the author before publication, the article is factually inaccurate and irresponsible. Learn more »

Facts, Opinion and Speculation: Know the Difference as We Inform the Public

You may have seen a report on the Internet today regarding the Academy's corporate sponsorship program, as well as an article on the program that appeared in the New York Times. It is not my purpose in this message to comment on the report point-by-point, though it does contain factual inaccuracies. Learn more »

Quick-Fix Diets Aren’t the Answer for Lifelong Health

With the recent popularity of the K-E Diet or "feeding tube" diet, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics reminds everyone that the best path to reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is a lifelong combination of eating smarter, moving more and enlisting the help of a registered dietitian. Learn more »

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Appears in Times Square

On Tuesday, January 3, an image announcing the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics appeared during the evening rush hour period in New York City's Times Square. Learn more »

ADA Changes Its Name to Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

The American Dietetic Association is officially changing its name to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. An announcement was made September 24 at ADA's Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo in San Diego. Learn more »

Nutrition and You: 2011 Trends

The Academy released the findings of its 20th anniversary public opinion survey, "Nutrition and You: Trends 2011," on Tuesday, September 27. Learn more »

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