Standards
Evidence-informed requirements developed through controlled technical governance.
Explore the programmeIndependent standards. Responsible assurance.
Advancing integrity in nutrition
The World Nutrition Association is an independent professional organisation advancing credible standards, competent practice and public confidence across the international nutrition community.
Institutional mandate
Evidence, standards and accountability within a professional framework
The Association brings scientific evidence, defined requirements, competent assessment and public verification together to support responsible nutrition practice.
Its programmes serve professionals, researchers, educators, manufacturers, institutions and the public while protecting the independence of technical and certification decisions.
Strategy and prioritiesOur work
Institutional programmes
Each programme operates within a defined scope, documented authority and review framework.
Certification
Independent assessment, impartial decisions and continuing surveillance.
Explore the programmeNutrition Marks
Criteria-based recognition for eligible products under a current written licence.
Explore the programmeProfessional Affairs
Membership, competence, continuing development and accountable recognition.
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Scientific affairs
Standards developed for consistent application
Technical requirements are established through defined scope, relevant evidence, expert scrutiny, consultation and controlled approval.
Approved standards are maintained through version control, interpretation procedures, periodic review and proportionate transition arrangements.
Standards development
The assurance model
Confidence sustained throughout the lifecycle
- 01Defined requirements
The applicable standard, scope and evidence obligations are established.
- 02Competent assessment
Relevant evidence and controls are examined by appropriately qualified personnel.
- 03Impartial decision
Final authority is separated from the assessment activity and subject to conflict controls.
- 04Continuing oversight
Surveillance, change review, renewal and mark-use monitoring protect ongoing confidence.
WNA Nutrition Marks
Controlled recognition for independently assessed products
The WNA Nutrition Certified Mark is licensed to eligible products that satisfy the applicable nutrition criteria, evidence requirements and production controls. Authorisation is limited to the approved product, representation, markets and licence period.
Professional community
International exchange grounded in professional responsibility
Membership, education, scientific activity and congress programmes connect expertise across disciplines and jurisdictions.
Participation is governed by standards of conduct, proper representation, declared interests and respect for the scope of professional competence.
Public verification
Confirm certification and licence status at source
The Public Register is the authoritative WNA source for published status, approved scope, holder and validity information.