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CMS Regulations for Nursing Homes: Using the Nutrition Critical Element Pathway

Understanding the Nutrition Critical Element Pathway Understanding the CMS Nutrition Critical Element Pathway - and ensuring your team does, too - can have a significant impact during a state survey. This pathway enables surveyors to determine whether residents' nutritional needs are being met safely and whether federal guidelines are followed.…Read More

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Worldwide Pressure Injury Day

Whether you’re directly consulting with patients at risk for pressure injuries or advising a client on proper prevention and treatment methods, taking the time to learn more about the link between pressure injuries and nutrition…Read More

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Get the Most Nutrition and Enjoyment Out of Your Food This Summer

This month is National Culinary Month, which sparked our creativity and got us thinking about how we can embrace the culinary arts in the prime of summer. Between learning how to grow your own fruits…Read More

Heart healthy foods in the shape of a heart

Nutrition News for February

Malnutrition is a life-threatening condition that drastically diminishes a person’s quality of life. As nutrition professionals, we play a vital role in screening, identifying and intervening for those with malnutrition so they have the proper…Read More

National Kidney Month

It’s National Kidney Month! Learn Why Nutrition is Key to Kidney Health

Source: NIH NIDDK March is National Kidney Month, a time when communities across the country raise awareness about kidney disease and the importance of kidney health. Nutrition plays a vital role in keeping kidneys healthy…Read More

National Healthcare Quality Week

National Healthcare Quality Week: What Does Quality Care Mean To You?

Quality health care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable is incredibly important. This month, the dedication and commitment of healthcare providers is being recognized nationally. As we celebrate the accomplishments of healthcare…Read More

Malnutrition Diagnosis and the Value of an Experienced Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Malnutrition Diagnosis and the Value of an Experienced Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Is your facility diagnosing malnutrition correctly and including documentation needed to support that diagnosis? This can mean the difference in capturing the best reimbursement for malnutrition or leaving those dollars on the table. Diagnosing and…Read More

Becky's Note for June

June’s Note from Becky

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re continuing to offer the latest updates and resources related to the virus. Our hearts go out to all those who have been affected, and we’d like to…Read More

Woman fully vaccinated against COVID-19

2021 COVID-19 Updates

COVID-19 requirements and guidelines continue to change as more people are vaccinated. Check back frequently for the latest updates from the industry’s most trusted resources so that you can optimize operations and standards of care.…Read More

Bowl of Vegetables - National Vegetarian Month

Celebrate the Positive Benefits of Vegetarian Diets

Vegetarian diets are typically packed with plenty of vitamins A, B2, C and E, beta carotene, calcium and folate. The vegetarian diet can provide major health benefits from lower cholesterol to reduced risk of heart…Read More

Vegetarian Awareness Month

Be an Advocate During Vegetarian Awareness Month

From taking part in ‘meatless Mondays,’ to adopting a more plant-based diet, partaking in Vegetarian Awareness month can teach people about the influence diet has on overall well-being. Vegetarian diets have been shown to decrease…Read More

Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day

Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day 2020

Join a global movement this month! Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day is November 19, 2020. This month we’ve gathered materials to help increase awareness and highlight the impact of COVID-19 on pressure injuries, and we’ve…Read More

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New Dietary Guidelines for Americans and Revised Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes Have Been Released

The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans for 2020-2025 were released by the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services on January 4, 2021. The ninth edition of these guidelines puts a focus on…Read More

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