Nutrition and Dietetics (NUD)

Section Information

Nutrition and Dietetics focuses on the science of nutrients, food, and dietary patterns and their roles in human health, disease prevention, and therapeutic care. It encompasses the study of metabolism, nutrient requirements, food systems, clinical nutrition, and dietetic practices that support individual and population health.

Modern research in nutrition integrates biochemistry, physiology, public health, behavioral science, and clinical medicine. Advances in personalized nutrition, dietary assessment tools, nutrigenomics, food technology, and evidence-based dietetic interventions continue to shape practice and policy in nutrition and dietetics.

This section publishes research articles, reviews, clinical studies, and applied nutritional science addressing nutrient metabolism, diet–disease relationships, food systems, community nutrition, therapeutic diets, and innovations that promote health and wellbeing.

Scope

Nutrient Metabolism and Biochemistry
- Absorption, digestion, transport, and metabolism of nutrients
- Macronutrient and micronutrient functions and requirements
- Energy balance, metabolism, and nutrient utilization
- Metabolic adaptations in health and disease
Clinical and Therapeutic Nutrition
- Medical nutrition therapy for chronic and acute diseases
- Nutritional assessment, screening, and diagnosis
- Enteral and parenteral nutrition support
- Dietary interventions for metabolic, gastrointestinal, renal, and cardiac conditions
Public Health Nutrition and Community Dietetics
- Population-based nutrition programs and policies
- Nutritional epidemiology and dietary intake assessment
- Food insecurity, hunger, and community nutrition strategies
- Behavioral interventions and health promotion campaigns
Food Science, Safety, and Technology
- Food composition, processing, and preservation
- Food safety, quality control, and regulatory standards
- Functional foods, fortified products, and nutraceuticals
- Innovations in food technology and sustainable food systems
Nutrigenomics, Personalized Nutrition, and Metabolic Health
- Genetic and epigenetic influences on nutrient metabolism
- Precision nutrition and individualized dietary recommendations
- Gut microbiome and host metabolic interactions
- Biomarkers and metabolomics in nutritional research
Maternal, Infant, and Child Nutrition
- Nutritional needs during pregnancy, lactation, and early development
- Growth monitoring and prevention of malnutrition
- Infant feeding practices and complementary feeding
- Dietary patterns and health outcomes in childhood
Sports, Fitness, and Performance Nutrition
- Nutrient timing, hydration, and performance enhancement
- Energy requirements for athletes and active individuals
- Ergogenic aids and supplementation
- Recovery nutrition and prevention of sports-related deficiencies
Dietetic Practice, Education, and Professional Issues
- Evidence-based dietetic practice and clinical guidelines
- Interprofessional collaboration and communication
- Nutrition education, counseling, and behavior change strategies
- Ethical, cultural, and practice-based considerations