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A New Year's resolution that's easy to make...and keep
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Here's a suggestion for a NewYear's resolution that's easy to keep and can make 2002 a great year for you and your family: Resolve to visit the health professional with the training and experience to help put you on the path to better nutrition and well-being all year long -- a registered dietitian. Not only are RDs the best sources of reliable and up-to-date food and nutrition information, they have the skills and knowledge to translate nutrition science into practical food choices. And as more and more links are established between nutrition and health and reduced risk of chronic disease, dietetics professionals can help virtually all individuals and families to improve and maintain their health. More than eight out of 10 Americans say diet and nutrition are important to them personally, but just four in 10 believe they're doing all they can to achieve a healthful eating plan, according to ADA's most recent nationwide nutrition trends survey. Most people will find that -- with the help of a registered dietitian -- making just a few practical changes in their lifestyles, tastes and preferences can overcome their obstacles to good nutrition. From obesity, diabetes and food safety to meal planning, healthful cooking and packing the kids' school lunch -- count on a dietetics professional for trusted, accurate, timely and practical advice. To locate a registered dietitian in your area, type your zip code in the "Find a Dietitian" box on the left side of the screen. ### Produced by the ADA's public relations team |
What is a registered dietitian? A registered dietitian (RD) is a highly trained food and nutrition expert who has met academic and professional requirements, including:
Some RDs hold additional certifications in specialized areas of practice, such as pediatric or renal nutrition, nutrition support and diabetes education. Most registered dietitians work at hospitals and medical centers, private practice or other health-care facilities. Many work in community and public health settings, academia and research. A growing number work with food and nutrition industry and business, journalism, sports nutrition, corporate wellness programs and in other nontraditional settings. Nearly half of all ADA members hold advanced academic degrees. What is a dietetic technician, registered? Dietetic technicians, registered (DTRs), often working in partnership with registered dietitians, screen, evaluate and educate patients. They manage and prevent diseases such as diabetes and obesity and monitor the progress of a patient or client. DTRs work in hospices, home health-care programs, foodservice operations and government and community programs such as Meals on Wheels. DTRs must complete at least a two-year associate's degree in an approved dietetics technology program from an accredited U.S. college or university. DTRs also must have supervised practice experience in community programs, health- care and foodservice facilities. They must pass a nationwide examination and continuing education courses throughout their careers. For information on becoming an RD or DTR, visit http://www.eatright.org |
Bachelor's degree with course work approved by ADA's Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education.