Happy Registered Dietitian Day! March 11 is Our Day to Shine!

There are a handful of people I can think of who have shaped my path of choosing to become an RD (Registered Dietitian). First off my high school chemistry teacher, Mrs. Macbride sparked my initial interest in the science behind food. Next came my in-laws (although Brandon and I were not married at the time). Judy worked for an RD and Ron told me he thought it would be a perfect fit for me and my personality. Last, was the dietitian who cared for my grandmother as she died of pancreatic cancer--talk about seeing a clinical dietitian at his or her best! Of course my folks and sisters encouraged me, too! Thus began my quest to become an RD.

Since becoming an RD people are always amazed by my passion for the field of dietetics. To me, what's not to love! I have an incredible love affair with food! I am amazed by what it can do for your body, mind, & how it nurtures your soul. I enjoy sharing my enthusiasm with people! Whether it be to treat a disease, attain weight loss or gain goals, or cooking it up with firefighters! It is fabulous to have my patients achieve success in their goals and have the doctors thrilled when their blood values reach normal standards. I love being a dietitian!

I hope when you are faced with food issues, a disease, food sensitivities, an athletic event, or pregnancy that you consider seeking out the advice of an RD--your nutrition expert!

To find an RD near you visit the American Dietetic Association's website: www.EatRight.org

Happy Registered Dietitian Day!

Where do you get your nutrition advice???

March is National Nutrition Month! Seek out the advice of a nutrition professional for the advice you crave!

After reading a post by fellow dietitian and friend, Robin Plotkin (www.RobinPlotkin.Blogspot.com) about where people seek out nutrition information I was saddened. Majority of people use the internet to get their nutrition advice. I realize the ease behind searching information on the internet, because I use it all the time. The worry I have is whether or not people are searching out the best sources. Here are some quick tips for your next internet search regarding scientific information:
1. Search under Google Scholar
2. Look for websites that end in .org, .edu, .gov
3. Find website that are not trying to sell you a nutrition product
4. Type in dietitian with your search to find an article written by or reviewed by a nutrition expert
5. Lastly, find an RD blog and post the question to an expert
Thankfully, I have noticed more of my friends and family seeking me out with nutrition questions since beginning this blog. I am here for you, and would love suggestions on future blog topics. My hope is that before you click that mouse and begin your next search about nutrition you seek me out first!
Happy National Nutrition Month! Check out the American Dietetic Association at www.EatRight.Org