Food and culture share an intricate bond, influencing culinary traditions, dietary habits, and overall health. Nutrition research delves into this dynamic relationship, exploring how cultural practices shape food choices and consumption patterns, and how these, in turn, impact health outcomes. Understanding cultural perspectives on food aids in developing tailored nutrition interventions that respect diverse traditions while promoting well-being. Research in this field also sheds light on the nutritional value of traditional cuisines, highlighting the benefits of incorporating culturally significant foods into modern diets. By bridging the gap between food and culture, nutrition research facilitates the preservation of heritage while addressing contemporary health challenges, fostering a holistic approach to eating that celebrates diversity and promotes optimal nutrition for all.
Title : Assessment of a Metabolic Map 3.0 (MM3.0) in association with Cardio Metabolic-Renal Syndrome (CMR-S)
Antonio Claudio Goulart Duarte, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Title : Brain health beyond cognition: Exploring the needs of an aging brain
Dilip Ghosh, Nutriconnect, Australia
Title : Beyond the apparent: Nutrition, perception, and resilience in contexts of cognitive vulnerability a transdisciplinary proposal inspired by the Volume Oltre l’Apparente (Conversano & irace, 2026)
Raffaella Conversano, University of Bari, Italy
Title : Nutrition, physical activity, mental health, and reproductive function in adolescent and young adult women: Neuroimmunometabolic perspectives
Malgorzata Mizgier, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poland
Title : Characterization of isolated strains of microorganisms from mineral, mountain and spring waters from France, Italy, England, South Korea, Japan, Netherlands, Austria, Spain, Singapore and Bulgaria
Nedyalka Naneva Valcheva, Vocational High School, Bulgaria
Title : Climate-smart legume composting and its influence on sweet potato yield, soil health, and nutrient quality
Topas M Peter, PNG University of Technology, Papua New Guinea