Energy Balance at a Crossroads: Translating the Science into Action
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This expert panel convened by the American College of Sports Medicine, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and USDA addressed the nation’s obesity crisis by focusing on strategies to promote energy balance. The group explored how to better integrate nutrition and physical activity through two key goals: professional training and public education. Discussions centered on biological and lifestyle factors influencing weight, gaps in academic preparation for health professionals, and effective public education practices. The panel produced consensus recommendations to guide both curriculum development and community programming aimed at fostering healthier weight outcomes in youth and families.
Manore MM, Brown K, Houtkooper L, et al. Energy balance at a crossroads: Translating the science into action. J Acad Nutr Diet. 2014;114(7):1113-1119.