Dietitians on YouTube and in the News February 22, 2011

February 22, 2011

Five Tips on Organizing the Kitchen
For Healthy Eating From
Dietitian Ashley Koff

Dietitians Association of Australia recommends looking for the APD credential when choosing a dietitian. APDs are university-qualified and have extensive expertise in nutrition. Finding an APD is easy -Go to www.daa.asn.au Great message from our colleagues down under.

Fat State Stretched Thin: Tenn. Covers Gastric Bypass, by Daniel Potter.
Tennessee's state Medicaid program faces hundreds of millions of dollars in budget cuts in the coming months. The program, known as TennCare, won't pay for overweight patients to get counseling from dietitians, but it will pay for the morbidly obese to lose weight through surgery, such as gastric bypass.

On Nutrition: What about protein? By BARBARA QUINN.
The Monterey County Herald (MCT). Barbara Quinn is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator at the Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula. She is the author of "Diabetes DTOUR Diet," Rodale, 2009. Email her at bquinn@chomp.org.

CIGNA CP : Six Easy, Fun Steps to Better Health.
CIGNA and Healthy Kids Challenge, working together since 2004 to fight obesity, today announced the launch of their latest initiative – an online CIGNA Mix Six for Healthy Balance Toolkit offering real-life ways for individuals, families and employers to incorporate better health into their daily routines.

Sixty-two Dietitians from Around the World Dietitians-Online Celebrates its First Anniversary on the Internet

On November 7, 2010 Dietitians-Online celebrates its first anniversary on the Internet.

As a Registered Dietitian, Educator and Journalist creating lists of reliable resources is essential and a habit. In 1995 I started to write down the dietitians and health related places on the Internet. The list had less than 5 websites when I started. By 2005, I had found an additional 50 resources. Each year I would add more and more dietitians and resources. Then between 2007 and 2009, dietitians from all over the world started to appear on the Internet. They came from diverse backgrounds and unique experiences. This was the beginning of the "Social Media Dietitian".

Quotes by Dietitians Online*

The slides can be viewed manually at the following locations:
Facebook (Dietitians-Online)
Dietitians-Online Website

Dietitians-Online was created to acknowledge the contributions of the dietitian on the Internet. To distinguish the dietitian as the nutrition expert and a valuable resource for the consumer, educator, media and health professional.

Between November 2009 and October 2010, Dietitians-Online visited over 700 websites, blogs and social media pages created by dietitians. Currently there are over 500 dietitians' pages waiting to be reviewed.

“Quotes by Dietitians” is an ongoing project, usually up-dated a few times per month. The dietitians are individuals who have a place on the Internet where they educate, write and/or provide services. Each person is a Registered Dietitian (RD) or an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD, Australia).

The experience in working with Dietitians-Online has been an amazing journey. I’ve met and discovered dietitians who demonstrate commitment, dedication, creativity, knowledge and excellence in the dietetic and nutrition profession. As I review and learn from the work of my colleagues and observe a new generation of dietitians, I am excited about the future of our profession.

I look forward to meeting you and visiting your place on the Internet.
Thank you for your support.

Sandra Frank, Ed.D, RD, LDN

Food Journalist, Web/Blog Designer, Researcher
Bon Appétit, a division of Condé Nast; Sun-Sentinel News, a division of the Tribune
recipenews@gmail.com; 954.796.7235


Website: Dietitians On-line 
Dedicated to acknowledging the contributions of the Dietitian on the Internet
Blog:  Dietitians Online
Facebook: Dietitians Online
Twitter: DietitianOnline

Website:  Weighing Success 
Encourages awareness & inspires ideas for Journalists, Educators, Consumers and Health Professionals
Blog:  Wellness News
Facebook: Wellness News 
Twitter: Wellness_News

* Dietitians Featured in the 2009 – 2010
 One Year Anniversary Video

American Dietetic Association

http://www.eatright.org

Broward County Dietetic Association

http://www.eatrightbroward.org

Alysa Bajenaru, RD, CPT

http://inspiredrd.com/

 Jenna A. Bell, PhD, RD, CSSD

http://www.swimbikeruneat.com/

Lucille Beseler, MS, RD, LD/N, CDE

http://www.nutritionandfamily.com/

Julie Beyer, MA, RD, CWPC

http://interstitial-cystitis-diet.blogspot.com/

Katherine Brooking, MS, MA, RD

http://www.eatlikeanrd.com/

Shelley Case, BSC, RD

http://www.glutenfreediet.ca/

Carol S. Casey, RD, CDN, LDN

http://www.carolscasey.com/

Jill Castle, MS, RD, LDN

http://www.pediatricnutritionofgreenhills.com/

Karen Diaz, RD

http://www.youronlinedietitian.com/

Connie Diekman, MEd, RD, LD, FADA

http://www.linkedin.com/pub/connie-diekman/5/aa1/b59

Tara Diversi, B.HSc, MS, APD
http://www.taradiversi.com/
Corinne Dobbas, MS, RD
http://greengrapesblog.com/
Chef Michelle Dudash, RD, CD
http://www.dudashnutrition.com/
Sarah Earhart, MS, RD, LD, CDE
http://theritebite.com/blog
Nadine Fisher, MS, RD, LD
http://www.nutritionnetworks.com/
Sandra Frank, Ed.D, RD
http://www.dietitians-online.com/
Keri Gans, MS, RD
http://www.kerigansnutrition.com/
Jessica L Garay, MS, RD
http://blog.majorleaguewellness.com/
Kate Geagan, MS, RD
http://www.kategeagan.com/
Marjorie Geiser, MBA, RD, NSCA-CPT
http://www.meg-enterprises.com/
Karen Giles-Smith, MS, RD
http://www.thewellnesswriter.com/5306.html
David Grotto, RD, LDN
http://www.davidgrotto.com/
Dayle Hayes, MS, RD
http://eatwellatschool.blogspot.com/
Janet Helm, MS, RD
http://nutritionunplugged.com/
Sarah Hortman, RD
https://sites.google.com/site/sarahhortman/home/blog
Donna Israel, PhD, RD, CLT, LPC
http://www.foodtherapyrd.com/
Jill Jayne, MS, RD
http://www.iwillnotbebought.com/
Eve Kecskes, MS, RD
http://nutritionbyeve.wordpress.com/
Amy Kweller MS, RD
http://blog.usapears.org/
Lyssie Lakatos, RD, LD, CDN, CPT
http://nutritiontwins.com/twins
Tammy Lakatos Shames, RD, LD, CDN, CPT
http://twitter.com/nutritiontwin
Angela Lemond, RD, CSP, LD
http://www.mommydietitian.com/
Erin Macdonald, RD
http://www.complete-wellness-now.com/
Heather Mangieri, MS, RD, LDN, CSSD
http://www.nutritioncheckup.com/
Karen Marschel RD, LD, CDE, CLT
http://karenmarschel.typepad.com/
Leah McGrath, RD
http://www.ingles-markets.com/ask_leah
Kati Mora, RD
http://aroundtheplate.com/
Maya E. Nahra, RD, LD
http://asktherd.wordpress.com/
Pamela Ofstein, MS, RD, LDN
http://www.pamelaofstein.com/blog
Janel Ovrut, MS, RD, LDN
http://eatwellwithjanelblog.com/
Robin Plotkin, RD, LD
http://www.robinplotkin.blogspot.com/
Debra Riedesel, RD, LD
http://www.cyclediet.com/
Gabrielle Riola, RD, LDN
http://www.nurturingnutritiononline.com/
Cynthia Sass, MPH, MA, RD, CSSD
http://www.shape.com/weight-loss-coach
Rebecca Scritchfield, MA, RD, LD
http://elitenutritiondc.com/
Anthony J Sepe, RD
http://fromadietitiansperspective.blogspot.com/
Debi Silber, MS, RD, WHC
http://themojocoach.com/blog
Lauren Slayton, MS, RD
http://foodtrainers.net/main
Marie Spano, MS, RD/LD, FISSN, CSCS
http://atlantasportsnutrition.com/
Emma Stirling, BSc, MND, APD
http://www.scoopnutrition.com/
Felicia D. Stoler, DCN, MS, RD, FACSM
http://www.feliciastoler.com/
Lisa Stollman-Smouha, MA, RD, CDE, CDN
http://lisastollmanrd.wordpress.com/
Rebecca Subbiah, RD, CPT
http://www.chowandchatter.com/
Bonnie Taub-Dix, MA, RD, CDN
http://tinyurl.com/bonnieusatoday
Julie Tharalson, RD
http://icebergtoarugula.com/
The Nutrition Blog Network
http://www.nutritionblognetwork.com/
Evelyn Tribole, MS, RD
http://www.omega-6-news.org/
Gloria Tsang, RD
http://www.healthcastle.com/
Julie Upton, MS, RD, CSSD
http://eating.health.com/author/healthjulieupton
Melissa Villar, MS, RD, LDN
http://www.misschefrd.com/
Elisa Zied, MS, RD, CDN
http://www.elisazied.com/
Tanya Zuckerbrot, MS, RD
http://www.skinnyandthecity.com/skinnyblog



Nutrition Day November 4, 2010

nutritionDay
in the U.S.

November 4, 2010 is the second annual nutritionDay in the U.S. This non-profit organization is part of a global initiative to improve patient safety and quality of care by raising awareness and increasing knowledge about disease related malnutrition.

Vision: To provide the healthcare community, including acute care facilities, rehabilitation facilities, home healthcare and nursing homes, with a full spectrum of resources to assess and ultimately minimize healthcare related malnutrition.

nutritionDay in the U.S. is an organization formed as part of nutritionDay Worldwide. In the past five years nutritionDay Worldwide (previously known as nutritionDay in Europe) reached over 30 countries, 45,355 patients and 1587 units outside the U.S. (2006-2008 data). In addition, greater than 25 professional nutrition associations, from around the globe, support this initiative. The University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria, is the financial support for nutritionDay Worldwide. 

nutritionDay in the U.S. was conceived in 2008 and launched at the American Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) Clinical Nutrition Week, in New Orleans, LA, in February, 2009.

Program Objectives: The objectives of nutritionDay in the U.S. mirror the global nutritionDay initiative, and addresses improved patient safety and quality of care by raising awareness and increasing knowledge about disease related malnutrition.

The U.S. nutritionDay Team

President, Gail Gewirtz, M.S., R.D. Greater Chicago Area, Register Dietitian since 1987, Master of Science Degree from the University of Florida. Experienced with nutrition support, patient consultation, parenteral and enteral nutrition, medical sales, and marketing, as well as sales training. Achieved many dietitian, sales and marketing awards in her medical, sales, and marketing career.

Nutrition Clinician: Sarah Jones, R.D.
Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Hospitality Management and Dietetics. Completed Dietetic Internship (Spring, 2010) and recently passed her registration exam. Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Western Kentucky University and completed a dietetic internship through Meredith College, Raleigh, NC. During her internship, Sarah was privileged to work with Duke University Medical Center, UNC Wellness and nutritionDay in the U.S.

Marketing Director: Scott Drucker
Chicago, IL, President Board of Directors at Child’s Voice School, Managing Partner at The Drucker Group; Medical Marketing and Communications Group

Director of Research: Nick Andrus
Chicago, IL, Managing Partner at The Drucker Group; Medical Marketing and Communications Group

Chief Operating Officer/IT Director: Avi Azoulay
Skokie, IL, President of Vision It Web, Inc. CEO and President Computer Systems Solution, Inc., Developed Web Site for the Illinois council on Long term Care and Software Couch (tm) for the Special Olympic organization.

Consulting Physician: Dr. Rafeal Barrera, M.D.
Critical Care Physician, New Hyde Park, NY, Attending Surgeon, Division Critical Care, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Board Certification for Nutrition Specialists, Board Certification in Nutrition Support, Areas of Specialization: Critical Care, Nutrition Post Graduate Training: MSKCC Critical Care/Pulmonary/Nutrition

Treasurer: Beth Spangler
Greater Chicago area, Master’s Degree in Tax and Accounting from Florida Gulf Coast University. Experienced with budget and forecasting with a major medical corporation.

Attorney: Paul T. Saharack
Member of the Chicago Bar Association; Illinois State Bar Association; Chicago Estate Planning Council; North Shore Estate Planning Council; Illinois CP.A. Society.

Supporting Organizations: European Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ESPEN), nutritionDay Worldwide, American Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN), The American Dietetic Association (ADA), ADA Practice Groups: Clinical Nutrition Management (CNM), Dietitians in Health Care Communities (DHCC), State and Local Dietetic Associations: North Carolina Dietetic Association, Greensboro Dietetic Association, Tennessee Dietetic Association

Key Physician Support: Dr. Michael Heismayr, M.D.,Ph.D., Dr. Rafeal Barrera, M.D.Dr. Stephen McClave, M.D., Dr. Robert Martindale, M.D.,Ph.D.

Industry/Financial Support: Abbott Nutrition

Office Address: 1440 North Dayton Street, Suite #202, Chicago, IL 60642
Telephone number: 847-254-2034
Fax number: 312-867-4967
Email address: office@nutritionDayUS.org 

To learn more about nutritionDay, visit the following websites:
Website: http://www.nutritiondayus.org/
Global Website: http://www.nutritionday.org/

nutritionDay information will be available at the American Dietetic Association - Food and Nutrition Convention and Expo (ADA-FNCE) in Boston, MA. Visit the Product MarketPlace, booth #43, on Sunday, November 7th. nutritionDay information will also be available at the Abbott Nutrition Booth, Nestle Nutrition Booth and the ASPEN Booth.

September 29, 2010 National Women's Health and Fitness Day

National Women's Health and Fitness Day is the nation’s largest annual health promotion event for women of all ages. The next event is set for Wednesday, September 29, 2010, and in future years, will always be held on the last Wednesday in September.

This unique national program — with participation by local organizations throughout the U.S. — focuses attention on the importance of regular physical activity and health awareness for women.

Women’s Health and Fitness Day will also be part of a new National Women’s Health and Fitness Week, to be held annually the last week in September. On Wednesday, September 29, 2010, more than 1,400 groups across the country will host women’s health and fitness events at senior centers, hospitals, health clubs, park and recreation districts, local health and service organizations, schools, retirement communities, houses of worship, and other community locations. An estimated 40,000 to 100,000 women are expected to participate in these local activities.

The Winners of the Annual National Nutrition Month Poster Contest

On May 20, 2010 the Broward County Public School winners of the National Nutrition Month Poster Contest were given awards and money to buy a “Let’s Move” incentive prize. The annual event is coordinated by Darlene Moppert, MS, RD, Program Manager of Nutrition Education and Training at Broward County Public Schools and sponsored by the Broward County Dietetic Association.

The students did an amazing job. They creatively described the themes “Eat Right” or “Nutrition from the Ground”.

Congratulations to all the winners, parents,
teachers and nutrition service staff.

Broward County Public School Winners of the
National Nutrition Month Poster Contest

The Winners

The Registered Dietitian The Nutrition Twins®

The Nutrition Twins®

Lyssie Lakatos, RD, LD, CDN, CPT and

Tammy Lakatos Shames, RD, LD, CDN, CPT

Website. The Nutrition Twins®

Facebook. The Nutrition Twins

Twitter. @NutritionTwins

The Nutrition Twins Newsletter

YouTube. TheNutritionTwins

Life and Style - Sneaky Health Tips

The Registered Dietitian Gloria Tsang, RD

Gloria Tsang, RD
Editor-in-Chief for HealthCastle.com
Website. HealthCastle.com
Forum. http://www.healthcastle.com/forum
Twitter. @HealthCastleGlo
Facebook. HealthCastle

The Registered Dietitian Kate Geagan, MS, RD

Kate Geagan, MS, RD

America's Green Nutritionist

Website. Kate Geagan, MS, RD

Blog. Kate Geagan, MS, RD

Twitter. @greeneating

What Registered Dietitians are saying about Nutrition, Food and Health.

April is Fresh Florida Tomato Month

April is Fresh Florida Tomato Month and today April 6th we celebrate Fresh Tomato Day.

Low in Calories and rich in Vitamin C. Tomatoes are fun and easy to grow, indoors or outdoors.

April Wellness News

April 2010 Current News and Resources in Nutrition, Food, Health, Recalls/Safety and Disability Rights. Encourages awareness and inspires ideas for Journalists, Educators, Consumers and Health Professionals.


April Monthly Events: Alcohol Awareness Month; Autism Awareness Month; Cancer Control Month; Child Abuse Prevention Month; Informed Women Month; Injury Prevention Month; International Customer Loyalty Month; IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Month; Month of the Military Child; National Donate Life Month; National Occupational Therapy Month; National Parkinson's Awareness Month; National Youth Sports Safety Month; Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month; Women's Eye Health and Safety Month; World Habitat Awareness Month; Celebrate Diversity Month; Community Spirit Days; Emotional Overeating Awareness Month; Florida Tomato Month; Global Child Nutrition Month; National Garden Month; National Pecan Month; National Soft Pretzel Month; National Soy Foods Month; Jazz Appreciation Month; Keep America Beautiful; National Humor Month; School Library Media Month; Stress Awareness Month

What are Registered Dietitians Saying About Nutrition, Food and Health?

What Registered Dietitians are Saying about Nutrition, Food and Health.
To view the quotes on an interactive calendar visit What are RDs saying on Dietitians-Online.