Preconference/Satellite

Mind the Gap: Opportunities to Address Nutrient Shortfalls

Chair(s)

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  Johanna Dwyer

  Senior Nutrition Scientist (Contractor)
  Office of Dietary Supplements , National Institutes of Health
  Bethesda, Maryland

Speaker(s)

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  Nana Gletsu Miller, PhD
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  Johanna Dwyer

  Senior Nutrition Scientist (Contractor)
  Office of Dietary Supplements , National Institutes of Health
  Bethesda, Maryland
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  Regan Bailey

  Associate Professor of Nutrition Science
  Purdue University
  West Lafayette, Indiana
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  Stuart Phillips, PhD

  Professor and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair
  McMaster University
  Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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  Jeffrey Blumberg, PhD

  Senior Scientist
  Tufts University
  Boston, Massachusetts

Getting all essential nutrients from food is preferred, but government data show that Americans are failing short of key nutrients. Nutrient insufficiency diminishes one’s health, wellness, and ability to avoid chronic disease over time. This program will highlight research identifying population groups that are more vulnerable to falling short of nutrient needs and potential approaches to ensure that nutritional adequacy is met. Recent data will be presented demonstrating that inadequate micronutrient intakes are more prevalent in low-income populations than in higher-income U.S. households. Research investigating the role of micronutrient supplementation in reducing the prevalence of inadequate nutrient intakes and decreased risk of nutrient deficiencies also will be discussed. From a macronutrient perspective, data illustrating the need for protein at levels beyond those currently recommended in older adults will be reviewed, along with approaches for protein supplementation to prevent age-related muscle mass loss.

Learning Objectives:

• 1. Understand the protein RDA and why it has been shown to be insufficient for older persons , https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29635313
• 2. Make the point that diet quality tends to improve with increasing nutrient-dense protein as part of the diet , https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/101/6/1346S/4564497
• 3. Understand the tension between recommendations to reduce saturated fat and protein and still achieve high diet quality, https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/101/6/1346S/4564497

Presentations:

• 6:00 AM - 6:05 AM

  Program Chair's Opening Remarks
• 6:05 AM - 6:20 AM

  Vitamin and Mineral Research Interest Section Business Meeting
• 6:20 AM - 6:25 AM

  Mind the Gap: Introduction to Session
• 6:25 AM - 6:45 AM

  The Relationship Between Income and Micronutrient Status
• 6:45 AM - 7:05 AM

  Approaches to Addressing Hidden Hunger