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The Journal of Nutrition (JN) publishes peer-reviewed original research papers covering all aspects of experimental nutrition in humans and other animal species; special articles such as reviews and biographies of prominent nutrition scientists; and issues, opinions, and commentaries on controversial issues in nutrition.
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Fish Oil Supplementation in Pregnancy Increases Gestational Age, Size for Gestational Age, and Birth Weight in Infants: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study found that supplementing pregnant women with fish oil during the third trimester is associated with prolonged gestation and higher birth weight in infants.
Change in Plant-Based Diet Quality Is Associated with Changes in Plasma Adiposity-Associated Biomarker Concentrations in Women
This study investigated the associations between biomarkers and three plant-based diets.
Consumption of Alcoholic and Sugar-Sweetened Beverages is Associated with Increased Liver Fat Content in Middle-Aged Men and Women
The aim of this study was to investigate the consumption of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages and their mutual replacement in relation to hepatic triglyceride content (HTGC).
Energy Drinks Induce Acute Cardiovascular and Metabolic Changes Pointing to Potential Risks for Young Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study investigated the association between energy drinks and cardiovascular and metabolic changes in young adults.
Milton L. Sunde Award for Avian Research
The Milton L. Sunde Award is given annually to recognize and encourage outstanding experimental, applied, or fundamental research on avian nutrition.
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JN 90th Anniversary Collection
To celebrate this milestone, the Editor-in-Chief has curated a collection of articles from the past several decades. Each original JN article is accompanied by a 90th anniversary commentary that examines the impact of the article on today's nutrition research.
ASN’s Annual Meeting
NUTRITION, the ASN’s annual meeting, examines nutrition from the cell to the society spectrum, and offers transdisciplinary insights and opportunities to advance the science. Watch this video to find out how we’re responding to a pandemic environment.
Microbiome Collection
Explore a special collection of articles from the four ASN journals related to the microbiome and gut health.
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