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Regulations & Guidelines
The release of the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs), 2025–2030, marks an important moment for nutrition professionals. As the foundation for federal nutrition policy, public health messaging, and many clinical and community-based nutrition programs, the DGAs significantly influence how nutrition guidance is translated into practice. While many…
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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…
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COVID-19 requirements and guidelines continue to change as more people are vaccinated. Check back frequently for the latest updates from the industry’s…
Becky’s Note for May 2021
May is a time to celebrate in many ways – winter is over, we’ve been through the rain, and the flowers are blooming! Sunday is a time to celebrate Mom’s…
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May is a time to celebrate in many ways – winter is over, we’ve been through the rain, and the flowers are…
Navigating Mental Health Month During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Mental Health Month comes during a time that we continue to navigate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although many people are getting vaccinated and there seems to be a…
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Mental Health Month comes during a time that we continue to navigate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although many people are…
Recognize the Importance of Bone Health During National Osteoporosis Month
Osteoporosis is common. In fact, one in two women and up to one in four men over the age of 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis, according to…
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Osteoporosis is common. In fact, one in two women and up to one in four men over the age of 50 will…
May 2021 COVID-19 Updates
As we continue to navigate the ever-changing COVID-19 pandemic, we will continue to update you with the latest resources available. Recent updates involve public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people…
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As we continue to navigate the ever-changing COVID-19 pandemic, we will continue to update you with the latest resources available. Recent updates…
May is Older Americans Month: Find Strength in Community
Older Americans Month is an observation intended to celebrate older adults and their lifetime of achievements. The observation also brings to light the importance of health and nutrition in the…
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Older Americans Month is an observation intended to celebrate older adults and their lifetime of achievements. The observation also brings to light…
Becky’s Note for April
Spring is finally here! And along with it comes a season of hope, health and happiness. More and more people are getting vaccinated and everything is coming together for a…
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Spring is finally here! And along with it comes a season of hope, health and happiness. More and more people are getting…
Important COVID-19 Updates – One Year into the Pandemic
We are over a year out from the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and we’ve made many substantial advances in vaccines, treatments and protocols. This past year has taught us…
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We are over a year out from the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and we’ve made many substantial advances in vaccines, treatments…
IBS Awareness Month 2021
April is IBS Awareness Month, an observation meant to increase awareness of IBS and what can be done to prevent it and manage it. IBS, or Irritable Bowel Syndrome, is…
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April is IBS Awareness Month, an observation meant to increase awareness of IBS and what can be done to prevent it and…
April is Move More Month
Did you know that nearly half of U.S. adults do not get enough physical exercise? April is Move More Month, an observation intended to raise awareness of the importance of…
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Did you know that nearly half of U.S. adults do not get enough physical exercise? April is Move More Month, an observation…
National Cancer Control Month
Even though cancer research has increased tremendously over the past few years, the disease is still very common—it’s the second leading cause of death in the United States (U.S.). According…
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Even though cancer research has increased tremendously over the past few years, the disease is still very common—it’s the second leading cause…
March’s Note from Becky
March is National Nutrition Month® and National Kidney Month. As we continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, health and nutrition are more important than ever, making these health observations extremely…
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March is National Nutrition Month® and National Kidney Month. As we continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, health and nutrition are more…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
This self study course makes a great CPE program, because until this course was available, current information on this topic of medical marijuana and cannabis use has been difficult to find and consolidate into usable and practical information for RDNs and NDTRs.
Cardiovascular Health: Medical Marijuana & Recreational Cannabis Use
Janice Baker, RDN, CDCES, CNSC, BC-ADM
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
As the population ages, age-related muscle loss becomes a growing concern. Dietitians working with older adults, in long-term care, or outpatients settings can apply the knowledge from this course to help reduce frailty, falls and hospitalizations through targeted nutrition interventions.
Muscle Matters: Your First Defense Against Disease
Doreen Rodo, MEd, RDN, LD
The self study course and required reading are an excellent publication that include thought-provoking case studies to be applied to the nutrition continuum.
A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Nutrition Care – 20 CPE Self-Study Course
Katy Adams, RD, MDA, CSG, 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
Becky Dorner & Associates programs provide in-depth continuing education for nutrition professionals. Their courses cover a wide variety of interesting and pertinent topics that will help practitioners maintain up-to-date knowledge and expertise.
Doreen Rodo, MEd, RDN, LD
I love how comprehensive the guidelines are and how the course is set up with practical scenarios. It gives the practitioner ways to communicate nutrition’s importance in healing pressure injuries. Those who take this course will get valuable, evidenced-based knowledge on how…
Nutrition Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers/Injuries 2023 Course
Doreen Rodo, Med, RD, LD
I recommend this course and required reading because it makes a good CPE program for dietitians wanting to be more informed about the various aspects of intensive diabetes management. It focuses not only on nutrition therapy for diabetes, but also the larger…
Making Sense of Intensive Diabetes Management Course
Casey Seiden, MS, RD, CDCES
This is a very popular book and Netflix Series that dietitians should be aware of. Dietitians can expect to get a lot of questions from their clients on various content from these resources. This CPE course provides evidence based information to arm…
Blue Zones: Keys to Longevity Course
SeAnne Waite, PhD, RDN, LD
It is vital for dietitians to have a solid understanding of the science and stories from the healthies oldest humans around the world. This course is well written, easy to comprehend and adeptly ties in the concepts of nutritional science, humanity and…
Blue Zones: Keys to Longevity Course
Sue Linja, RDN, LD
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