Precision Nutrition

The field of precision nutrition considers many factors that influence critical metabolic actions. For example, recent discoveries about the surprising role of gut microbiota in conditions as diverse as diabetes and depression are transforming our knowledge of nutrition. And new tools and technologies, from genomic sequencing to continuous glucose monitoring, are offering exciting new opportunities for research.

The Scripps Research Digital Trials Center is helping define this new field of precision nutrition. The PRediction Of Glycemic RESponse Study (PROGRESS) is gathering biosamples and tracking wearable sensor data such as physical activity, sleep, heart rate and blood sugar to better understand nutritional health and to gain new insights into factors that contribute to type 2 diabetes.