Making sense of dietary supplements (DS) and knowing how and when to recommend them can be a complicated matter for all dietitians. Navigating loose regulatory standards, proper dosing guidelines, and ...

Traditional weight loss recommendations encourage people to eat less and move more to create a calorie deficit, leading some people to believe that the more they restrict their food intake, the more ...

Learn more about the most popular products on store shelves and what the science says about their nutrient content and safety profiles. The USDA estimates that the average American consumes more than ...

World-class speakers. Interesting and engaging sessions and workshops. An atmosphere unlike any other conference. The Today's Dietitian Spring Symposium continues to grow each year and has planted ...

Research indicates fats in dairy foods don’t increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and may in fact benefit health. When asked about dairy recommendations for people aged 2 and older, most ...

Making a game of losing weight using smartphone apps, online programs, and social media platforms is a fast-growing trend that's improving lives. The terms "fun" and "weight loss" usually aren't ...

Dietitians say there’s much to learn from other countries when serving this most important meal. Take a snapshot of the breakfast your client is about to enjoy and it may showcase different shades, ...

The chronic diseases of our era—from heart disease and diabetes to cancer and obesity—have their roots in nutrition. But don’t forget that nutrition has its roots in the soil. Healthy soil grows ...

Experts examine whether alternative approaches can cure the disease or at least send it into remission. John couldn’t seem to quench his thirst no matter how much water he drank. With his wife’s ...

Here’s how to distinguish between them and make an accurate diagnosis. Turn on the television or open a newspaper, and you’re likely to find information on food intolerance and allergies. From peanut ...

Dietary fiber consists of nondigestible carbohydrates and lignin that are intrinsic and intact in plants. Functional fibers are isolated, nondigestible carbohydrates that have beneficial effects.

Clients who eat a dairy-free diet have myriad food choices that will enable them to get most of the nutrients they need without sacrificing taste. Whether it’s allergies, a vegan diet, or another ...