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Diabetes, Regulations & Guidelines
The 2026 Standards of Care in Diabetes, released by the American Diabetes Association (ADA), reflect a rapidly evolving diabetes care landscape – one that increasingly depends on nutrition expertise, individualized decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration. For registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) and other nutrition professionals, the 2026 updates reinforce long-standing…
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Dysphagia: Diagnosis, Treatment and Controversies
Have you ever swallowed and had food “go down the wrong way”? For an estimated 40% of adults over the age of 65, dysphagia makes this a daily possibility. Dysphagia…
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Have you ever swallowed and had food “go down the wrong way”? For an estimated 40% of adults over the age of…
Identifying Malnutrition: Where Are We as a Profession?
Registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) are aware of the importance of identifying and treating malnutrition. Malnutrition is thought to contribute to poor growth and development in infants, children, and teens and…
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Registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) are aware of the importance of identifying and treating malnutrition. Malnutrition is thought to contribute to poor growth…
Managing Diabetes in Older Adults
What is the right strategy for managing diabetes in older adults? Do they require intensive diabetes management? The correct answer is – maybe! For purposes of this article, “older adult”…
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What is the right strategy for managing diabetes in older adults? Do they require intensive diabetes management? The correct answer is –…
Understanding Medications for Type 2 Diabetes
Individualized treatment plans are a must for successful diabetes management. The plan of care will depend on a patient’s comorbidities, preferences (including cost and access considerations), and level of intensity…
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Individualized treatment plans are a must for successful diabetes management. The plan of care will depend on a patient’s comorbidities, preferences (including…
Is My Patient’s Blood Sugar Too Low?
When treating adults with diabetes, most health care professionals focus on normalizing blood glucose levels and preventing hyperglycemia. But for most older adults, hypoglycemia is a bigger concern. Older adults…
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When treating adults with diabetes, most health care professionals focus on normalizing blood glucose levels and preventing hyperglycemia. But for most older…
Diabetes Best Practices: Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes
Keeping abreast of the latest guidelines for diabetes treatment can be daunting. Fortunately, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) makes it more manageable by publishing the Standards of Medical Care in…
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Keeping abreast of the latest guidelines for diabetes treatment can be daunting. Fortunately, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) makes it more manageable…
Pride in Foodservice Week & FAQs for Food Service & Regulatory Issues
The 31st annual Pride in Food Service Week is February 7–11 this year. Food service teams in nursing homes, hospitals and recovery centers have weathered a lot of changes during…
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The 31st annual Pride in Food Service Week is February 7–11 this year. Food service teams in nursing homes, hospitals and recovery…
Sometimes All it Takes is a Big Heart
February is American Heart Month and Cancer Prevention Month! And did you know that National Eating Disorder Awareness (NEDA) Week takes place February 22–28? As nutrition professionals, we can all…
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February is American Heart Month and Cancer Prevention Month! And did you know that National Eating Disorder Awareness (NEDA) Week takes place…
National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
According to the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), “By age 6, girls especially start to express concerns about their own weight or shape. 40-60% of elementary school girls (ages 6-12)…
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According to the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), “By age 6, girls especially start to express concerns about their own weight or…
National Cancer Prevention Month
February is National Cancer Prevention Month. According to the American Association For Cancer Research (AACR) “Research has shown that more than 40 percent of all cancers diagnosed and nearly half…
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February is National Cancer Prevention Month. According to the American Association For Cancer Research (AACR) “Research has shown that more than 40…
February is American Heart Month
Heart disease remains the leading killer of both men and women in the United States. As we age, protecting heart health becomes increasingly important. February is heart month so it’s…
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Heart disease remains the leading killer of both men and women in the United States. As we age, protecting heart health becomes…
Regulatory Questions
Federal Regulations Specific Questions Related to Federal Nursing Home Regulations Also refer to our Regulatory Tips & Resources page. Feeding Assistants F Tag 811 of the CMS State Operations…
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Federal Regulations Specific Questions Related to Federal Nursing Home Regulations Also refer to our Regulatory Tips & Resources page. Feeding Assistants…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
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
The required reading and self study course are excellent resources for anyone working with pregnant people with diabetes. The course is a good assessment of one’s knowledge of the information. Diabetes in pregnancy is complex, so keeping up to date with current…
Diabetes and Pregnancy: A Nutrition Update
Casey Seiden, MS, RDN, CDCES
This self-study course helps the nutrition professional gain the knowledge needed to work with individuals with diabetes during pregnancy.
Diabetes and Pregnancy: A Nutrition Update
Amy Hess-Fischl, RDN, CDCES
This self-study course provides comprehensive and current information regarding gastrointestinal nutrition and it is an excellent resource for RDNs and NDTRs who are involved in this field.
Gastrointestinal Nutrition: A Primer for Nutrition Professionals Self Study Course
Lina Nahhas, MS, RD, LD
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
This course and required reading is a wonderful review for new or returning clinical dietitians. A great everyday reference manual in a clinical setting!
The Dietitian’s Guide to Nutrition Assessment Course
Jamie Smith, MS, RD, CSG, LDN
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
This is an extremely timely topic and the required reading and self-study course provide an excellent, evidence-based and practical roadmap and suggestions for prevention and treatment of malnutrition in patients with COVID-19.
The Importance of Nutrition in COVID-19 Recovery
Mary Osak, RD, CSG
The topic of leadership in nutrition is so crucial for the nutrition professional to expand their horizons and elevate their positions. This CPE program allows the reader to dig into the required reading and better absorb the content. The self-assessment helps guide…
Developing Leadership and Management Skills in Nutrition and Dietetics
Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RDN, LDN, BC-ADM, CDCES
Nutrition and kidney disease can be a complex topic to learn for the new or more experienced registered dietitian nutritionist. This CPE program is an excellent resource because it makes use of a comprehensive resource and breaks down the information into manageable…
Kidney Disease: Comprehensive Nutrition Assessment and Management Course
Stacey Phillips, MS, RD
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