Practice Papers

ADA Position Paper is a statement of the Association's stance on an issue, which impacts the nutritional status of the public, is derived from pertinent facts and data, and is germane to the mission, vision, philosophy, and values of the Association. A position consists of an Abstract, Position Statement and Support Paper (which supports/justifies the Association stance).

Practice reports are evaluative summaries of scientific and/or evidence-based information that address member-identified practice topics. They are meant to provide key opportunities for critical reasoning and quality improvement in dietetics practice and to include peer-reviewed perspectives from content experts, employers, and alliance groups of The American Dietetic Association.

Practice reports are often done in the emerging areas of dietetics, areas that might not have sound scientific data, yet. 

How does a practice topic become a Practice Paper? Proposals may be generated by any member of the American Dietetic Association via submission of a topic identification proposal, which may be obtained by contacting ADA headquarters at 800/899-4835 or ppapers@eatright.org. The Association Positions Committee oversees the development of Practice Papers and welcomes proposals from members.