Dietitian

PLT Appoints Dawna Salter-Farfan as Senior Manager of Clinical Research

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

MORRISTOWN, N.J., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PLT Health Solutions, Inc. announced today that it has appointed Dawna Salter-Farfan, PhD, RD as its Senior Manager of Clinical Research. Prior to joining PLT, Dr. Salter-Farfan spent nearly fourteen years with Amway's Nutrilite Division, most recently as a Principal Scientist in Nutrition Investigation and Clinical Research, providing expert scientific and technical guidance for product formulation, labeling and advertising claims, as well as marketing-driven promotions. At PLT, she will support the company's expanding clinical development program, including trial design, reporting and publication. She will join the company's Innovation team helping drive the discovery and development of new science-based ingredient solutions.

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  • MORRISTOWN, N.J., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PLT Health Solutions, Inc. announced today that it has appointed Dawna Salter-Farfan, PhD, RD as its Senior Manager of Clinical Research.
  • At PLT, she will support the company's expanding clinical development program, including trial design, reporting and publication.
  • "Today at PLT, we have the most robust clinical science program in the history of our company.
  • Dawna is a passionate and talented research scientist who comes to us with more than 20 years of preclinical and clinical research experience.

UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT EDUCATOR ELLEN R. SHANLEY BECOMES 2022-2023 PRESIDENT OF ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Ellen R. Shanley began her term on June 1 as the 2022-2023 President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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  • Ellen R. Shanley began her term on June 1 as the 2022-2023 President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
  • Shanley received the Academy's 2012 Medallion Award for outstanding service to the organization and profession and the Academy Foundation's 2005 Award for Excellence in Dietetic Education.
  • Shanley earned an undergraduate degree from Syracuse University and a master's in business administration degree from Babson College.
  • 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.

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS NAMES NEW NATIONAL MEDIA SPOKESPEOPLE FOR 2022-2025

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

As registered dietitian nutritionists, Academy Spokespeople are the food and nutrition experts .

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  • As registered dietitian nutritionists, Academy Spokespeople are the food and nutrition experts .
  • Her areas of expertise include diabetes, maternal and prenatal nutrition, vegetarian and vegan nutrition, weight management and women's nutrition.
  • Her additional areas of expertise include gastrointestinal nutrition, mindful/intuitive eating, women's nutrition and nutrition for those with kidney stones.
  • 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.

Jeffery C. Platt, DDS, is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

Dr. Platt founded Lasting Impressions Dental Care over 30 years ago and has helped countless patients restore their oral health.

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  • Dr. Platt founded Lasting Impressions Dental Care over 30 years ago and has helped countless patients restore their oral health.
  • Located at 2465 Research Pkwy Ste 100 in Colorado Springs, CO, the office is open Monday through Thursday.
  • The office is certified by the American Dental Association and the Colorado Dental Association.
  • He lectures with the Hiossen Dental Implant company, teaching proper implant usage and how to perform surgical and restorative implant dentistry.

Culinary Services Group Expands Footprint to Mississippi

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

ETTA, Miss., May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Oxford Treatment Center, a top-tier addiction treatment center in Mississippi, has partnered with Culinary Services Group (CSG) to provide a high-quality dining experience for patients to support the recovery process. Culinary Services Group will work with Oxford Treatment Center to develop meals tailored to the treatment center and the needs of their patients. Menus will feature home-style cooking and plenty of southern cuisine made from scratch. CSG will also implement digital menu boards on site.

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  • ETTA, Miss., May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Oxford Treatment Center, a top-tier addiction treatment center in Mississippi, has partnered with Culinary Services Group (CSG) to provide a high-quality dining experience for patients to support the recovery process.
  • Culinary Services Group will work with Oxford Treatment Center to develop meals tailored to the treatment center and the needs of their patients.
  • Culinary Services Group will provide a Chef Manager and Registered Dietitian to support patient nutrition at Oxford Treatment Center.
  • The company looks forward to expanding to more behavioral healthcare communities throughout its east coast footprint, while also building its presence in the state of Mississippi.

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS ADVOCATES FOR FAMILIES DURING INFANT FORMULA SHORTAGE

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Monday, May 23, 2022

CHICAGO, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the infant formula shortage continues to affect families across the nation, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics advocates for long-term solutions to ensure that infants don't face hunger and food insecurity due to such shortages in the future.

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  • CHICAGO, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the infant formula shortage continues to affect families across the nation, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics advocates for long-term solutions to ensure that infants don't face hunger and food insecurity due to such shortages in the future.
  • The PUMP Act passed the House, and the Academy is advocating for it to be brought for a vote in the Senate.
  • The Academy offers the following recommendations during the infant formula shortage:
    Parents should speak with their pediatrician to determine the best approach to feeding an infant under the current circumstances.
  • 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.

American College of Lifestyle Medicine Publishes Consensus Statement with Multiple Society Support on Use of Diet as a Primary Intervention to Achieve Diabetes Remission

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

ST. LOUIS, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American College of Lifestyle Medicine has released an expert consensus statement to assist clinicians in achieving remission of type 2 diabetes in adults using diet as a primary intervention. The expert consensus statement is endorsed by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE), supported by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and co-sponsored by the Endocrine Society.

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  • A panel of 15 experts with representatives from seven medical professional societies reached consensus on 69 statements related to using diet as a primary intervention to achieve diabetes remission.
  • ST. LOUIS, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American College of Lifestyle Medicine has released an expert consensus statement to assist clinicians in achieving remission of type 2 diabetes in adults using diet as a primary intervention.
  • The expert consensus statement is endorsed by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE), supported by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and co-sponsored by the Endocrine Society.
  • Knowing that diet alone can achieve remission is an empowering message for many adults with type 2 diabetes, especially when supported by consensus among internists, cardiologists, family physicians, endocrinologists, nutritionists, dieticians and lifestyle medicine specialists.

TAKE ON THE WORLD WITH A CUPPA ON INTERNATIONAL TEA DAY

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

LONDON, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New research reveals that the nation's favourite brew is more than a warming cup of tea – it makes us feel we can take on the world.

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  • A new research data poll[1] reviewed by the Tea Advisory Panel (TAP) www.teaadvisorypanel.com - to mark International Tea Day on 21st May asked 1,000 adult tea drinkers how tea made them feel.
  • Three quarters (75%) agree that they felt more able to take on the world after enjoying a cup of tea, while almost seven in 10 (68%) say tea helped them to take on the world.
  • The same effects were not seen for tea extracts or polyphenol supplements, highlighting the benefit of drinking natural tea.
  • Dr Carrie Ruxton from TAP adds: "International Tea Day is a great opportunity to celebrate how tea connects us with people from other countries.

TAKE ON THE WORLD WITH A CUPPA ON INTERNATIONAL TEA DAY

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

LONDON, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New research reveals that the nation's favourite brew is more than a warming cup of tea – it makes us feel we can take on the world.

Key Points: 
  • A new research data poll[1] reviewed by the Tea Advisory Panel (TAP) www.teaadvisorypanel.com - to mark International Tea Day on 21st May asked 1,000 adult tea drinkers how tea made them feel.
  • Three quarters (75%) agree that they felt more able to take on the world after enjoying a cup of tea, while almost seven in 10 (68%) say tea helped them to take on the world.
  • The same effects were not seen for tea extracts or polyphenolsupplements, highlighting the benefit of drinking natural tea.
  • Dr Carrie Ruxton from TAP adds: "International Tea Day is a great opportunity to celebrate how tea connects us with people from other countries.

FOLLOWING WHITE HOUSE ANNOUNCEMENT, ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS TO ADVOCATE FOR NUTRITION SECURITY, HEALTH EQUITY, PREVENTION OF DIET-RELATED CHRONIC DISEASES

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Thursday, May 5, 2022

The Academy has supported holding this event and we will provide input to the White House throughout the process.

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  • The Academy has supported holding this event and we will provide input to the White House throughout the process.
  • In 2019, the Academy celebrated the 50th anniversary of the first and to date only White House Conference on 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.