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What Is Lifestyle Medicine—and What Does It Mean for Dietitians?

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May 22, 2026

Cardiovascular Health, Diabetes

Chronic diseases are now among the leading drivers of disability, healthcare spending, and reduced quality of life in the United States (1). According to the CDC, 76.4% of U.S. adults reported having at least one chronic condition (2). As healthcare increasingly shifts toward prevention-focused care, healthcare professionals are…

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Becky Dorner, RD, LD honored with the 2007 Excellence in Practice Award for Consultation & Business Practice!

Akron, OH, August 6th, 2007—Becky Dorner, RD, LD has been awarded the 2007 Excellence in Practice Award for Consultation & Business Practice by the American Dietetic Association (ADA). Becky Dorner,…

Becky Dorner, RD, LD honored with the 2007 Excellence in Practice Award for Consultation & Business Practice!

Akron, OH, August 6th, 2007—Becky Dorner, RD, LD has been awarded the 2007 Excellence in Practice Award for Consultation & Business Practice…

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This continuing education program reviews important concepts surrounding fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance. It is an informative course for nutrition professionals, especially those working in clinical settings with patients who are more complex. The case study format provides real-life application, while the…

Understanding Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Disorders: Key Aspects for Nutrition Professionals Course
Aimee Shea, MPH, RDN, CCMS, LD

I love this course! I learned a lot, and I feel like that is hard to do for me given my experience.

Nutrition for Patients/Residents in Palliative Care Course
Jamie Smith, MS, RD, CSG, LDN

This self-study course provides a comprehensive review of the required reading while using engaging and relatable case studies to assess the learner’s knowledge.

Nutrition Care for Patients with Kidney Disease
Nadia Marzella, MS, RDN, CSR, LD

This self-study course advances Type 2 diabetes management care by implementing exercise/activity goals based on current research along with healthy eating recommendations to improve blood glucose control and reduce complications.

Planned Exercise, Physical Activity, and Management of Type 2 Diabetes Course
Lisa Brown, RDN, LD, CDCES

This course can help the nutrition professional expand their competency in diabetes self-management education and support, since medications for people with diabetes is an essential education conversation.

A Dietitian’s Guide to Medications for Patients with Diabetes, 13th Edition Course
Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RDN, LDN, BC-ADM, CDCES

This self-study course and required reading support the evidence of knowledge of the current USDA Food Code. The program provides a comprehensive review and understanding of applying the 2022 Food Code.

Food Code 2022 Course
Marcy Cook, RDN, LD

Whether you are new to eating disorders or a seasoned practitioner, the clarity and depth of the content in The Eating Disorders Guidebook course, will update your practice by delving into eating disorder classifications, assessment and diagnosis. Nutrition interventions also focus on…

The Eating Disorder Guidebook Self Study Course
Emma Fogt, EdD, MBA, RDN, FAND

With the growth of continuing care retirement communities, nursing homes and other long term care communities, employment opportunities will expand for nutrition professionals. Weight loss is a frequent problem within this market and this course provides information that will benefit RDNs and…

Change in Body Size and Mortality Among Healthy Older Adults
B. Burgin Ross, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND

Use of cannabis, medically and for recreational use, continues to be a thriving industry. This course presents the topic from the perspective of a dietitian looking to learn more about this substance and health implications with cannabis use. The case study provides…

Cardiovascular Health: Medical Marijuana & Recreational Cannabis Use
Stacey Phillips, MS, RD

This course is a detailed CPE program for dietitians interested in updated information on the evaluation and management of GERD.

Guidance for Evaluation and Management of GERD- Short Course
Emma Fogt, MBA, MS, RDN, FAND