Research group
Nutrition and Exercise
Developing nutrition and exercise interventions
Healthy eating and regular physical activity are essential for preventing diseases and promoting recovery. The Nutrition and Exercise research group supports vulnerable groups, such as children and older adults, in maintaining and improving a healthy lifestyle. Researchers in this group develop and evaluate measures for nutrition and exercise to help people stay healthy and function better in daily life.
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The expert of Nutrition and Exercise.
Peter Weijs
Professor Nutrition and Exercise
Peter Weijs has been a Professor of Nutrition and Exercise at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (AUAS) since 2009. In 2018, he was appointed Professor of Nutrition and Exercise at VU Amsterdam. In 2023, he was reappointed as Special Professor of Nutrition and Exercise at VU Amsterdam.
