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Researchers at @LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center recently published the first set of data from the Risks Underlying Rural Areas Longitudinal, or #RURAL, Heart and Lung study. The first-of-its-kind study was developed to explore why people who live in rural areas suffer disproportionately from heart and lung diseases, stroke, diabetes and obesity. Led by Dr. Stephanie Broyles, professor and director of the Contextual Risk Factors Lab, the longitudinal study first gathered data in Louisiana’s Assumption Parish and then collected data in Franklin Parish #NIH #lalege #lagov #PBRCresearch pbrc.edu/news/media/202…

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Dr. Stefan Pasiakos delivered the keynote address at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Consultancy Meeting on Protein and Amino Acid Requirements for Maternal & Child Health in Vienna, Austria, this week. Dr. Pasiakos presented "Protein requirements under physiological stress: translating insights from extreme environments to maternal and child health." #PBRCresearch #protein #aminoacid

A balanced plate is simple & science-backed: 🥗Half fruits & vegetables 🍗 Quarter protein 🌾 Quarter whole grains 🧂 Limit added sugars & sodium. Consistency beats perfection. #NutritionMonth #NutritionTips #BalancedPlate #PBRCResearch

Big day for #LACaTS! Trainees & partners came together for our Professional Development Core Retreat. Huge thanks to Dr. Clifford Rosen (MMCRI) for a dynamic plenary on PTH beyond bone—and to our Roadmap Scholars & mentors for a powerful day of feedback, collaboration & growth.

Coming up on Saturday, April 11: The Senior Black American Health Fair is back with an exciting day of activity and health education for the Black/African American and senior communities. Everyone is welcome to attend! Visit pbrc.edu/training-and-e… for more information and to register

Dr. Amanda Staiano, Dr. Ursula White and Dr. Jake Mey helped to bring Pennington Biomedical supporters “Behind the Lab Doors” during yesterday’s Pennington Biomedical Research Foundation event. The “Behind the Lab Doors” series was developed and is hosted by the Pennington Biomedical Research Foundation to bring to give the community a closer look at what’s happening at the Center. #BehindtheLabDoors #PBRCresearch

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Angel Reese helping up Caitlin Clark Hope this goes viral, too

The ULTRA PILOT study is exploring how different diets relate to health outcomes. We are seeking ages 18-50 to join. You can earn up to $540. Learn more and see if you qualify: pbrc.edu/ULTRAPILOT

🍀On St. Patrick's Day, our metabolic kitchen shows you some easy ways to incorporate green into your diet #StPatricks2026 #pesto #EatTheRainbow 🍀#Lalege #LAGov

Thank you to Dr. Tim Allerton, for presenting his work in the Vascular Metabolism Laboratory at last week’s Work In Progress! #WIP

Swap processed snacks for whole-food alternatives: 🍪 → 🍎 + peanut butter 🍟 → roasted veggies 🍫 → yogurt + berries. Better snacks = better nutrition, one bite at a time. #NutritionMonth #SmartSwaps #SnackIdeas

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✏️ Hear from Dr. Donna Ryan of @PBRCNews as she gives her insights on the topline results released by @Roche on petrelintide. Read the full story ⬇️ #obesity vist.ly/4uus9

Myth: “Carbs make you gain weight.” ❌ Fact: Whole-food carbs like fruits, veggies, beans, and whole grains provide energy, fiber, and essential nutrients your body needs to thrive. Nutrition is about balance, not elimination. #NutritionMonth #NutritionMyths #PBRCResearch