Dietitian

Nutrition Counselling with Avatars - St. Pölten UAS: International Project Develops Digital Platform for Dietitians' Training

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Thursday, November 23, 2023

ST. PÖLTEN, Austria, Nov. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "E+DIETing_Lab" is an innovative, multidisciplinary project whose goal is to develop a digital platform for teaching and learning in dietetics: In the first part of a multi-stage training option for prospective dietitians, virtual avatars are available for practising dietetic counselling.

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  • An international team of dietitians and IT experts develops a digital platform with virtual avatars for dietetic counselling practice: the E+DIETing_Lab.
  • It allows students to train their advisory skills with the help of avatars before applying them to real patients.
  • Dietitians of the St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences play a leading role in the project.
  • "The project provides an important and innovative approach to teaching and learning in the training of nutrition experts in the healthcare sector", explains Kolm.

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS COMMENDS LEGISLATION TO INCREASE ACCESS TO CARE FOR PEOPLE WITH PREDIABETES

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Chicago, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics commends U.S. Sens.

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  • Chicago, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics commends U.S. Sens.
  • Medicare covers screening for participants with Type 2 diabetes and medical nutrition therapy for those with diabetes, but not those with prediabetes.
  • A recent study by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics published in T he American Journal of Clinical Nutrition confirmed the value of registered dietitian nutritionists and the effectiveness of medical nutrition therapy in addressing prediabetes.
  • “The Academy calls on Congress to pass this important bill to ensure Medicare participants with prediabetes have access to the care they deserve.”
    Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.

What Do Dietitians Really Think about Sustainability? Food + Planet and Today's Dietitian Release Results of 2023 Sustainability and Food Insights Survey

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

OJAI, Calif., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food + Planet released its 2023 Sustainability and Food Insights Survey today in collaboration with Today's Dietitian, revealing first-of-its-kind findings regarding dietitians beliefs, practices, and barriers around incorporating sustainability into their practice.

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  • OJAI, Calif., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food + Planet released its 2023 Sustainability and Food Insights Survey today in collaboration with Today's Dietitian, revealing first-of-its-kind findings regarding dietitians beliefs, practices, and barriers around incorporating sustainability into their practice.
  • The survey also uncovered that sociocultural and planetary health aspects of sustainability ranked as top areas of opportunity for dietitians to deepen their knowledge.
  • There is disparity among RDs beliefs on sustainable diet practices compared to evidence-based global food based dietary guidelines that incorporate sustainability.
  • This survey was conducted by Food + Planet in collaboration with Today's Dietitian and Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future.

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS PROVIDES THANKSGIVING MEAL TIPS FOR CHILDREN

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

“Instead of serving children a vegetable casserole, set out a tray of raw vegetables and fruits because many kids like things to be plain.

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  • “Instead of serving children a vegetable casserole, set out a tray of raw vegetables and fruits because many kids like things to be plain.
  • For younger children, the size and texture of foods that are served need to be considered.
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.
  • The Academy is committed to improving health and advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education and advocacy.

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS OFFERS TIPS FOR HEALTHFUL EATING AS CONSUMER FOOD SPENDING INCREASES

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Overall spending on food has increased 70% between 1997 to 2022, and the cost of eating away from home continues to outpace the cost of eating at home.

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  • Overall spending on food has increased 70% between 1997 to 2022, and the cost of eating away from home continues to outpace the cost of eating at home.
  • You can spend less and enjoy more with a little preparation,” says registered dietitian nutritionist Vanessa King , an Academy Spokesperson in Oahu, Hawaii.
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.
  • The Academy is committed to improving health and advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education and advocacy.

Vivante Health Study Demonstrates Clinical Benefits of App-Based Telenutrition Services for Individuals with Chronic Digestive Conditions

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Friday, October 6, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 98% of individuals with chronic digestive conditions who participated in a program integrating a digital digestive health platform with video or phone counseling by registered dietitians (RDs) reported improvements in their symptoms and quality of life, according to a Vivante Health study being presented at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Food & Nutrition Conference and Expo (FNCE) that begins in Denver this weekend. 

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  • Participating dietitians received a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 92, indicating users' exceptional level of satisfaction with the service.
  • The study involved 298 commercially insured participants who enrolled in Vivante's GIThrive digital digestive health program as an employment benefit.
  • Clinical progress was evaluated using a patient-reported survey administered after patients met with their RD for at least one month.
  • Technology has opened the door to new ways of assisting these people, but apps alone cannot do the job," said Bill Snyder, CEO of Vivante Health.

Lightbody® Welcomes Registered Dietitian Ashley Crowl to Health & Science Advisory Board

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

TAMPA BAY, Fla., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lightbody, the innovator of the world's only Digital Wellness supplements for modern lifestyles, announced the addition of Ashley Crowl R.D. to the company's Health & Science Advisory Board. Lightbody CEO and co-founder Kylen Ribeiro said that Crowl's extensive background in Nutrition Education and Clinical Nutrition will be insightful and valuable as the company continues to innovate and pioneer the digital wellness category.

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  • to the company's Health & Science Advisory Board.
  • "We are so excited that Ashley will be lending her expertise to our advisory board," said Ribeiro.
  • "Her impressive credentials as a dietitian and quality assurance expert will be beneficial as we expand our health and wellness footprint in the industry."
  • In addition to a healthy diet, she believes supplementation is necessary for overall health and to address any nutritional gaps.

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS’ 2023 FOOD & NUTRITION CONFERENCE & EXPO® ARRIVES IN DENVER, COLO., OCTOBER 7-10

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Attendees will explore the latest advances in medical nutrition therapy, healthcare technology, nutrition services access and opportunity.

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  • Attendees will explore the latest advances in medical nutrition therapy, healthcare technology, nutrition services access and opportunity.
  • Attendees will have the opportunity to visit the Expo Hall to engage with more than 200 exhibitors highlighting the latest trends and offerings in food, nutrition and health.
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.
  • The Academy is committed to improving health and advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education and advocacy.

Frontline Education Releases Year-to-Date Administration Software Innovation Summary

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Monday, September 18, 2023

Malvern, Pa., Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frontline Education , a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, today released a comprehensive year-to-date innovation summary that underscores the company's commitment to anticipating and meeting the evolving needs of school districts across the country.

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  • Malvern, Pa., Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Frontline Education , a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, today released a comprehensive year-to-date innovation summary that underscores the company's commitment to anticipating and meeting the evolving needs of school districts across the country.
  • Frontline Recruiting and Hiring was significantly enhanced to streamline the process of hiring and onboarding.
  • Additionally, the existing 2011/2013 Danielson Rubric offered by Frontline has been updated to include the latest teaching courses and assessments.
  • Recent releases include the ability to migrate data from the previous Online 5 version and import leave transactions including files from Frontline Absence Management.

RECIPE LOVERS REJOICE! ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS RELEASES THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE FOR WRITING AND PUBLISHING RECIPES

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Chicago, Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Take your original recipes from kitchen to plate to publication with The Complete Recipe Writing Guide , a new book released by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics on September 1.

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  • Chicago, Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Take your original recipes from kitchen to plate to publication with The Complete Recipe Writing Guide , a new book released by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics on September 1.
  • “I wrote The Complete Recipe Writing Guide because I wanted to pay it forward,” says Sarazen.
  • The Complete Recipe Writing Guide is available to the public for $49.99 and Academy members for $42.99.
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.