About ISMN

The International Society for Medical Food and Nutrition (ISMN) is the first global scientific body originating from India that is dedicated to advancing the research, development, and clinical application of medical foods and evidence-based nutrition. Established to define and standardize the concept of medical food, ISMN has played a foundational role in creating a structured and ethical framework for the field.

ISMN was conceived with the vision of positioning Indian nutritional science and medical food innovation on the global map, while also integrating global advancements into the Indian context. It serves as a scientific bridge—facilitating bilateral knowledge exchange and fostering collaborative research between nations, institutions, and professionals.

Through its international congresses, expert panels, academic initiatives, and regulatory dialogues, ISMN brings together clinicians, researchers, nutrition scientists, public health experts, and policymakers to explore emerging opportunities in medical food science and therapeutic nutrition. The society emphasizes translational research, integrative health strategies, and sustainable innovations that align with both global health priorities and indigenous knowledge systems.

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Mission & Objectives

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ISMN is committed to:

1. Promoting Nutrition in Healthcare – Encouraging the integration of nutrition science into mainstream medical practice, ensuring that healthcare professionals understand the role of food as medicine.

2. Advancing Research & Innovation – Supporting cutting-edge research in medical nutrition, clinical nutrition, functional foods, and personalized dietary approaches.

3. Global Knowledge Exchange – Organizing conferences, workshops, and publications to facilitate dialogue among global experts in medical food and nutrition.

4. Policy Advocacy – Working with international organizations, governments, and public health bodies to implement nutrition-based policies for disease prevention and health promotion.

5. Education & Training – Providing structured programs, fellowships, and certifications to empower professionals with specialized knowledge in medical nutrition.

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KEY ACTIVITIES :

• World Congress on Medical Nutrition (WCMN) – ISMN hosts WCMN, one of the most significant global events in the field, bringing together thought leaders, Researchers, and practitioners to discuss innovations in medical food and nutrition.

• Journal of Medical Food and Nutrition – A scientific journal that publishes high-impact research on medical nutrition, functional foods, and clinical dietary interventions.

• Collaboration & Partnerships – ISMN collaborates with health organizations, academic institutions, and industry leaders to drive nutrition-focused healthcare solutions worldwide.

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Why ISMN Matters?

With the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and obesity, the role of nutrition in healthcare has become more crucial than ever. ISMN aims to bridge the gap between medicine and nutrition, ensuring that doctors, nutritionists, and healthcare professionals work together to improve patient outcomes through scientifically-backed nutritional interventions.