Oysters At Risk: Gastronomes’ Delight Disappearing Globally

A new, wide-ranging survey that compares the past and present condition of oyster reefs around the globe finds that more than 90 percent of former reefs have been lost in most of the “bays” and ecoregions where the prized molluscs were formerly abundant…

Losing Body Fat Before Pregnancy Could Help Break Obesity Cycle

Losing body fat before pregnancy could help break the obesity cycle and improve the lifelong health of babies born to obese mothers, according to US researchers who are studying what happens across generations that could be contributing to the obesity crisis. Obesity is a growing problem worldwide, and more and more women are obese when they fall pregnant…

ASN Statement In Support Of US Dietary Guidelines For Americans 2010

Background: On January 31, The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 to provide direction on making healthy food choices to maintain an ideal weight and improve overall health.