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Nutritional Priorities for GLP-1 Therapy: A Guide for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists

Becky Dorner

August 18, 2025

Nutrition News & Information

The use of glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists and related combination medications (referred to as GLP-1 medications) has surged in recent years as a powerful tool for obesity treatment. These medications, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, have demonstrated remarkable results in clinical trials, often leading to astounding levels…

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Celebrating National Nutrition Month®

We’ve been looking forward to this year’s National Nutrition Month® because it’s such a great opportunity to share information on the importance of nutrition. Perfectly timed during this month-long observance…

Celebrating National Nutrition Month®

We’ve been looking forward to this year’s National Nutrition Month® because it’s such a great opportunity to share information on the importance…

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Get Ready for National Nutrition Month®

March is National Nutrition Month® and it’s a great opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of nutrition in overall health and well-being. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics provides materials…

Get Ready for National Nutrition Month®

March is National Nutrition Month® and it’s a great opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of nutrition in overall health and well-being.…

February’s Note from Becky

February is American Heart Month! Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. so it’s essential for us to help our patients/clients adopt healthy habits to reduce risk. As…

February’s Note from Becky

February is American Heart Month! Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. so it’s essential for us to help our…

February is American Heart Month!

February is American Heart Month! Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S.? That’s why this month is so important—let’s create awareness about…

February is American Heart Month!

February is American Heart Month! Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S.? That’s why…

2019 American Diabetes Association Recommendations

The 2019 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes focus on patient-centered care. Learn more about the new guidelines, download the PDF and sign up for our webinar to hear Kathy Warwick,…

2019 American Diabetes Association Recommendations

The 2019 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes focus on patient-centered care. Learn more about the new guidelines, download the PDF and sign…

Older adults in nursing home eating a balanced meal

Healthy Eating for Older Adults in the New Year

As they say, “New year, new you!” Ringing in the new year is often the push people need to start a healthy eating plan and stick with it. These articles…

Healthy Eating for Older Adults in the New Year

As they say, “New year, new you!” Ringing in the new year is often the push people need to start a healthy…

New Year, New Resources and Information for Nutrition Professionals

We have a great feeling that 2019 will be the best year yet for our fellow nutrition professionals, and want to help you succeed with the best tools and resources…

New Year, New Resources and Information for Nutrition Professionals

We have a great feeling that 2019 will be the best year yet for our fellow nutrition professionals, and want to help…

Updated ACC/AHA Cholesterol Guidelines and the Prevention of CVD

Guidelines for Managing Cholesterol Becky Dorner & Associates The current standard of care for cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention and treatment is outlined in the Guideline on the Management of Blood…

Updated ACC/AHA Cholesterol Guidelines and the Prevention of CVD

Guidelines for Managing Cholesterol Becky Dorner & Associates The current standard of care for cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention and treatment is outlined…

January’s Note from Becky

Happy 2019! I hope you enjoyed the holidays with your friends and family and are now energized and ready to make this your best year yet! For me, making this…

January’s Note from Becky

Happy 2019! I hope you enjoyed the holidays with your friends and family and are now energized and ready to make this…

December’s Note from Becky

As 2018 comes to a close, I want to take a moment to thank everyone who helped to make this a fabulous year. Thanks to you, our wonderful customers, who continue…

December’s Note from Becky

As 2018 comes to a close, I want to take a moment to thank everyone who helped to make this a fabulous…

Making Mealtime Magic This Holiday Season

We want this holiday season to be a magical time for everyone, and the last thing you or your patients should be worried about is food. Take a look at…

Making Mealtime Magic This Holiday Season

We want this holiday season to be a magical time for everyone, and the last thing you or your patients should be…

Applying Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans to Older Adults

Evelyn is an 80-year-old woman who is alert, oriented and physically active. She is worried about her younger sister June, who is 70 and very sedentary. June has begun to…

Applying Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans to Older Adults

Evelyn is an 80-year-old woman who is alert, oriented and physically active. She is worried about her younger sister June, who is…

Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates

The continuing education course is an excellent resource for advanced health care professionals working with outpatient nutrition care. The course is divided by disease processes: GI diseases and food allergies, liver disease and metabolic syndromes as well as enteral and parenteral nutrition…

Home Nutrition Support, Gastrointestinal & Metabolic Nutrition Care Course
Emma Fogt, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND

I think this would make a great CPE program. Probiotics are a hot topic, and patients are always asking questions on usage, specific strains, etc. As a GI dietitian, I am often overwhelmed with all of the literature available relating to probiotics.…

Using Probiotics for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Short Course
Stephanie Send, MS, RDN, LDN, CNSC

Who can debate that plant-based eating isn’t the most healthful way to reduce the risk of chronic disease? As a nutrition professional, it is imperative that the RDN understands the science behind this eating style and can succintly teach families how to…

Plant Based Eating Course
Sue Linja, RDN, LD

RDs often find themselves in scenarios where they will be coaching staff and/or patients. In addition, career planning and success may involve the use of an individual having the proper coaching skills. This CPE program provides information of not only how coaching…

Developing Coaching Skills: A Concise Introduction
Brenda Richardson, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND

Not only is this timely and relevant to future practice, but it can be considered now in practice. The required reading is thorough, well referenced and well written and the study course and exam are easy to understand and reasonably structured.

Perspectives on Future Opportunities in the Dietetics Profession Self Study Course
B. Burgin Ross, MS, RDN, LDN

This CPE program focuses on a topic that has been considered a bit more controversial. The nutrition professional would greatly benefit from understanding this form of eating behavior to build trust and better equip their patients or clients with practical information that…

Time-Restricted Eating, Energy Intake, and Dietary Quality Self-Study course
Amy Hess-Fischl, RDN, CDCES

Due to the growing rate of food allergies not only in the United States but worldwide, this course is vital to the education of current and future nutrition professionals.

Nutrition Management of Food Allergies Course
Lisa Cooperman, MS, RDN

This makes an excellent CPE program! If a clinician learns everything in this program, I could consider them educated in the top 99% of all RDNs for the prevention and treatment of pressure injuries.

Nutrition Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers/Injuries 2023 Course
Sue Linja, RDN. LD

This self-study course provides essential information for RDNs that want to be survey confident.

State Operations Manual Appendix PP- Guidance to Surveyors for Long Term Care Facilities Course
Katy Adams, RD, MDA, CSG, LD

Every nutrition professional should have a basic understanding of food allergies and how to manage them. This is a great, comprehensive course for those looking to improve on their knowledge in this area.

Nutrition Management of Food Allergies Course
Andrea Lopofsky, RD, CNSC, LDN