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Spotlight on Civility: Interviews with 8 Social Media Rock StarsFrom global networking to discussing timely topics, social media presents great benefits: as well as challenges. To get the most out of online exchanges, the key is constructive engagement. We interviewed eight…Lauren Fox · 20 min read
Xismari Collazo-Colon: Rehabilitating Veterans through the Healing Power of FoodXismari Collazo-Colón, RDN, LD, wanted a career in which she could serve others. At 16, she entered the natural sciences program at the University of Puerto Rico to fulfill requirements for medical school. But…Lauren Fox · 2 min read
A Beginner’s Guide to DICASAs a dietetics student, preparing for DICAS, the Dietetic Internship Central Application Service, can be quite overwhelming. Whether you are feeling anxious or simply don’t know where to begin, these four tips can…Stephanie Taormina · 2 min read
Why Get a Head Start on the Dietetic Internship?Getting through undergrad and preparing to apply for a dietetic internship can be overwhelming. The list of must-dos and must-haves seems endless, and it can be easy to put off preparing for the internship until your…Alyssa Newberry · 1 min read
Doodlebooth at the 2017 FNCE SocialDid you get your portrait drawn at the Doodlebooth? Click through the photos below to get a digital copy of your drawing.Food & Nutrition Magazine · 1 min read
FNCE 2017 Photo GalleryThank you to all our friends and colleagues who joined us in Chicago for the Academy’s 100th anniversary. See you next year!Food & Nutrition Magazine · 1 min read
GIF Booth at the 2017 FNCE SocialThe GIF booth was a hit at the FNCE Social! Look through the gallery below to see some of the GIFs you created.Food & Nutrition Magazine · 1 min read
4 Tips to Beat the Post FNCE BluesBy now, you’ve probably come off the FNCE adrenaline rush, having been surrounded by motivating peers in the nutrition field, and are now eating your post-FNCE blues away with the free samples you received. However,…Cassidy Pont · 2 min read
5 Lessons I Learned on My RDN JourneyAfter moving to a new city, completing more than 1,200 hours of supervised practice , surviving a case of strep throat and spending weeks studying for the Registration Examination for Dietitians, I can officially say…Jenny Dang · 3 min read
The Dietetic Internship: Self-Care Strategies to Get You to the Finish LineDietetic internships are inherently intense programs because they’re designed to cram the required 1,200 supervised practice hours (and often more) into a six- to 12-month period. Think of it as signing up for a…Laura Nitowski · 3 min read
FNCE Social 2017Food & Nutrition ’s FNCE® Social, which took place October 22 in Chicago, celebrated the crème de la crème in nutrition writing and communications as Food & Nutrition writers and editors, Stone Soup bloggers, Academy…Food & Nutrition Magazine · 1 min read
A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist’s Role in Hurricane Relief EffortsIn late August 2017, Hurricane Harvey tore through southeast Texas and southern Louisiana dumping an unprecedented amount of rain in its path. As the Category 4 storm moved through the area, approximately…Dana Eufrasio Peters · 3 min read
How to Stay Active While in SchoolNutrition and dietetics can be a challenging degree : chemistry, food service, getting ready for internships and more chemistry. Not to mention balancing work, family and trying to maintain a social life! With so…Patrick Dittman · 1 min read
Finding Balance in Your Dietetic InternshipDietetic internships are challenging, time-consuming, intensive learning experiences. While your rotations will be your top priority during your internship, it is not the only thing that should be on your mind.…Kirsten Voss · 2 min read
Cultural Competence an Important Goal in DieteticsCultural competence is key to meeting the needs of every patient and begins with the desire to learn. For me, that desire grew as I met with a mother and father: whose language and culture I knew little about: for…Jackie Kemnic · 2 min read
5 Tips for Healthy KidsEncouraging kids of any age to eat a healthy, balanced diet is an uphill battle for many parents. I only discovered how big the problem was when I was faced with looking after two teenagers during my school holidays.Tammy Jordan · 2 min read
Embracing Imperfection Allows Opportunity for GrowthAs dietetic students, many of us strive for perfection: perfect grades, perfect resumes, perfect dietetic internship applications. I know I did. We work hard on these tasks and when we finally perfect the case study,…Abigail Rose · 1 min read
The Benefits of Farmers Markets in Urban SettingsFarmers markets in urban areas are becoming more popular as food deserts limit access to fresh food in these densely populated spheres. The increase in farmers markets bring many benefits to these neighborhoods.EJ Otto · 1 min read
Dayle Hayes: A Powerful Voice Supporting School MealsDayle Hayes, MS, RD, is passionate about school meals : from the food placed on the plate to the people who prepare and serve it to kids. A champion for school nutrition, Hayes has worked with government agencies,…Lauren Fox · 1 min read
Doris V. Derelian: Shaping the Future of DieteticsDoris V. Derelian, PhD, JD, RDN, FADA, FAND : professor, lawyer and mentor: says she is awed by her nomination for and receiving of the highest honor the Healthy Nutrition Academy bestows on a member.Lauren Fox · 1 min read
Truly Enjoy Your Food Through Intuitive Eating“Enjoy eating food. Not too much: not too little. Mostly what satisfies you.” , Elyse Resch, MS, RDGenna McCarthy · 2 min read
Nutrition for the School Year and BeyondWe are nearing the end of summer, and the school year has either already started or is rapidly approaching . If you’re a parent, you might wonder if your child is getting the proper nutrition to stay focused and…Kristin Hullett · 2 min read
Why I Never Gave Up on Pursuing a Career in DieteticsI often talk about taking steps back when all we want to do is move forward. Why? Because I learned this important lesson in a hard way. Let me explain.Sheetal Parikh · 2 min read
3 Ways Dietetic Interns Can Gain Interdisciplinary ExperienceInterdisciplinary collaboration may sound like a big phrase, but the concept likely is already familiar to you. All it really means is pooling knowledge and resources of people with different educational backgrounds…Laura Nitowski · 2 min read