Message from the Chair "The NPAM Council is interested in nutrition, physical activity, obesity and diabetes, focusing on how these are related to cardiovascular diseases.  The leadership committee actively seeks volunteers to contribute their time and expertise to the work of the council.  We invite everyone to become a member of the council and to work with us in developing treatment and prevention programs in our key areas." --Barry Franklin, Ph.D., FAHA   Chair, Council on Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism

Joint Conference - 50th Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology and Prevention - and - Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism - 2010 Hilton San Francisco - San Francisco, Calif. Mar. 2-5, 2010 Submit your abstract – Deadline Oct. 1, 2009, 5 p.m. CT

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NPAM Council Mission
Our council promotes the expansion and exchange of knowledge on nutrition, physical activity, obesity and diabetes.  It promotes basic research in these areas and clinical studies to develop approaches for prevention and treatment of CHD and stroke.  It also develops advisories and educational materials used by providers in all areas of cardiovascular disease.

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We convened a two-day forum to discuss the current status and future implications of reducing trans fatty acids without increasing saturated fats in the food supply and maintaining functionality and consumer acceptance of packaged, processed and prepared foods. Attendees represented the agriculture and oilseed industry and oil processing, food manufacturing, food service, government, food technology, and health and nutrition disciplines. Full Article

NPAM Council Involvement Form
Complete and submit the form to express your interest in the committee of your choice. We will contact you if an opportunity arises that fits your area of expertise.