ANA Clarifies the Roles of ACNPE and BCNS Over the past two decades, the American Nutrition Association (ANA) has advanced personalized nutrition (PN) as a distinct and emerging healthcare discipline. We thank our university and SPE partners for their support in bringing this vision to fruition. As in all recognized healthcare professions, accreditation and certification […]
By Derrick MacFabe MD FACN, American Nutrition Association Scientific Advisory Board; Director: Kilee Patchell-Evans Autism Research Group Despite extraordinary advances in modern medicine, a troubling paradox defines our time: in many ways, we are sicker than ever. Rates of chronic disease—obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, immune conditions, certain cancers, and mental health disorders—continue to rise worldwide. […]
CHICAGO, IL, January 9, 2026 — The American Nutrition Association (ANA) acknowledges the release of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030 (DGAs) and recognizes progress made in some areas. We applaud the strong focus on whole, nutrient-dense foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fiber, as well as recommendations to reduce added sugars and highly […]
Dear CNSs, Colleagues, and ANA family, It is with deep gratitude that we announce the retirement of Jeffrey Blumberg, PhD, FACN, FASN, CNS-S from the American Nutrition Association Board of Directors. A true pioneer in nutrition science and a cornerstone of the ANA community for over three decades, Dr. Blumberg’s day-to-day work with the ANA will […]