Association for the Study of Obesity UK
The Association for the Study of Obesity (ASO) is the UK’s foremost charitable organisation dedicated to the understanding, prevention and treatment of obesity.
- We are pleased to announce that Professor Emilie Combet of the University of Glasgow has been appointed President of the Association for the Study of Obesity . Further details on Professor Combet's work can be found here: aso.org.uk/people/profe...
- We are pleased to share a new post by @drkathroberts.bsky.social on why we urgently need the new Nutrient Profiling Model. "Some argue that now is not the right time... But the health impacts of poor diet are not paused while we wait." Read the full article: aso.org.uk/resource/why...
- Today represents a turning point for UK food advertising as new restrictions on high fat, salt, and sugar (HFSS) products come into effect. However, whole system changes are required to achieve meaningful progress. Professor Emilie Combet (ASO President) responds ⬇️
- As the year draws to a close, we’d like to thank Professor Nicola Heslehurst as she steps down as ASO President. We’d also like to thank our members, volunteers and partners for their support over the past year, and wish everyone in the ASO community a restful Christmas. @nheslehurst.bsky.social
- ASO is excited to be recruiting! 🎉Please share! 🌟 Lived Experience (Obesity Care) Lead Apply: redcap.link/ASO_lived_ex... 12-month internships + £800 bursary ✨ Communications Intern ✨ Events Comms Intern Apply: redcap.link/ASO_internsh...
- Gov extends the Soft Drinks Industry Levy to sugary milk-based drinks and lowers the threshold to 4.5g/100ml. Evidence shows the levy drives reformulation and reduces children’s sugar intake and obesity risk. Gov estimates 17m calories/day removed. ASO response: aso.org.uk/government-a...
- Ahead of the Autumn Budget, ASO is drawing attention to its recent evidence submission to HM Treasury. The submission outlines practical proposals to improve access to obesity treatment, address inequalities, and support NHS sustainability. Read the full submission here: aso.org.uk/wp-content/u...
- A new Lancet series reviews global evidence on ultra-processed foods. High UPF intake is linked with greater risks of obesity and NCDs, and trials show higher energy intake even with matched nutrients. The authors argue the evidence supports action now. www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
- Great to see obesity prevention and treatment highlighted in Parliament at the @rcpath.bsky.social event. ASO’s Dr Kevin Deans shared why early intervention and accessible, individualised support make such a difference, and represented ASO in discussions on preventing obesity-related diseases.
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- Are you 18+ and living with or have lived with obesity in the UK/Ireland? Share your experiences and views on what successful obesity management means to you in a 30min online interview. If you are interested, please email: Nicole.juul-hindsgaul@kellogg.ox.ac.uk for details.
- 📣 Come and join us at ASO! ⏰ Less than one week to go to apply for one of our operational roles. If you are a clinician, researcher, policy professional or student with an interest in obesity, click the link below to learn more and apply (deadline: 19th October). lnkd.in/eTg-iEkZ
- Are you a clinician, researcher, policy professional or student with an interest in obesity? We are expanding our operational committees to deliver more for ASO members and are now inviting applications for a wide range of roles. To learn more: tinyurl.com/2a7kfbku
- Reposted by Association for the Study of Obesity UKThe UK Congress on Obesity, hosted by @ukaso.bsky.social, focused on "Understanding Obesity: From Research to Clinical and Public Health Practice." Researchers from @mrcepid.bsky.social attended to enhance our knowledge of obesity.
- Reposted by Association for the Study of Obesity UKExcited to present our new large national randomised controlled trial on a digital, scalable weight loss maintenance intervention led by @amyahern.bsky.social at #UKCO2025. We're currently recruiting from various commissioned weight loss interventions throughout the UK. @ukaso.bsky.social
- It’s hard to believe #UKCO25 wrapped up almost a week ago! At ASO, we’re proud to bring together researchers, clinicians, policy experts & lived experience voices, creating space to share science, spark ideas & strengthen our community. 🎥 Hear what others had to say 👇
- As #UKCO2025 comes to a close, we would like to thank all delegates, speakers and lived experience representatives for their engagement and contributions to this year’s conference. We hope you can join us in Sheffield next year! #UKCO2026
- Another interesting and informative session on the impacts of food environments on choice, health, inequalities and the economy. #UKCO2025
- Dr Gillian Purdon discussing the food environment in Scotland. “It’s not just the food retail environment - availability, marketing and promotions outside of the home also need to be considered… We need to think about the food system as a whole”. #UKCO2025
- Lunchtime poster viewing and networking at #UKCO2025. Coming up this afternoon: - A plenary session on working towards a healthier food environment for Scotland - Prizes and conference closing
- Dr Liz Evans discussing parent and stakeholder views of the MapMe intervention, a tool to improve parental understanding of childhood obesity. #UKCO2025
- Professor Alison Avenell discussing researching integrity and sharing important considerations when appraising and citing research. In the presentation, Professor Avenell shared evaluation tools to assess data integrity, such as TRACT, RIA and REAPPRAISED. #UKCO2025
- Professor Maria Bryant sharing findings from the Child of the North APPG report. In the presentation, Professor Bryant highlighted differences in free school meal eligibility, maternal obesity and breastfeeding rates between the North and South of England. #UKCO2025
- Professor Naveed Sattar opening day two of #UKCO2025 with an engaging presentation on the impacts of intentional weight loss. In the presentation, Professor Sattar highlighted potential improvements to blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, inflammation and osteoarthritis.
- As #UKCO2025 day one comes to a close, we would like to thank everyone for their attendance and engagement in the sessions. We hope you can join us tomorrow for insightful presentations, informative panel discussions and many networking opportunities!
- Professor Louisa Ells and Mr Ken Clare discuss the value of involving those with lived experience of obesity in research. “Nothing about us, without us”. #UKCO2025
- Congratulations to Professor John Wilding on winning the ASO Honorary Fellowship Award. In his presentation, Professor Wilding discussed different pharmacotherapy approaches to support weight reduction and other health outcomes. #UKCO2025
- Professor Louisa Ells and Mr Ken Clare discuss the value of involving those with lived experience of obesity in research. “Nothing about us, without us”. #UKCO2025
- Powerful discussions in our multidisciplinary symposium at #UKCO2025: 💬 Weight stigma 🧠 Psychological wellbeing around bariatric surgery 🤰 Fertility & pregnancy in people living with obesity ✈️ Medical tourism and its implications Real lives, real impact
- Exploring the intersection of policy, food systems and public health at #UKCO2025 From dark kitchens and food trials, to HFSS marketing, tax policy, and public perceptions, today’s speakers brought fresh insights into how policy can shape healthier environments.
