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Rise and shine on March 13 and get ready to celebrate Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! This day to celebrate dietitians has been in practice since 2008, an initiative started by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. It's not only a day to laud dietitians for their invaluable contributions towards public health and nutrition but also a fabulous opportunity for everyone to become more conscious of their eating habits. Who knew that the key to a healthier life could be so delicious? So today, let's honor the experts who guide us on our journey to living healthily and learn to embrace mindful eating!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1917</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Dietetics Initiative Started</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Dietetic Association, now known as the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, was founded to help the government conserve food and improve the public's health and nutrition during World War I.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1965</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Medicare Covers Dietitian Services</div><div class='timeline-text'>Medicare began to cover dietitian services, acknowledging their importance in healthcare and making nutrition counseling more accessible.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Nutrition Labeling and Education Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Nutrition Labeling and Education Act was passed by Congress, requiring all packaged foods to bear nutrition labeling and forcing all health claims for foods to be consistent with terms defined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Term "Dietitian" Gets Defined</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Dietetic Association defined "dietitian" as a food and nutrition expert, setting the standard for professional expertise in the field of nutrition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inauguration of RDN Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics launched Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day to spotlight the indispensable role that dietitians play in enhancing public health.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Attend wellness workshops</h3><p class='facts-text'>Join in local wellness workshops conducted by professionals in the field. You’ll get to learn more about maintaining a balanced diet, planning meals, and managing different diets.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Book a session with a dietitian</h3><p class='facts-text'>Today is the perfect day to schedule an appointment with a registered dietitian nutritionist. This will provide an opportunity to discuss your eating habits, health goals, and form a personalized meal plan with a professional.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Prepare a healthy meal</h3><p class='facts-text'>Celebrate the day by creating a nutritious dish that aligns with dietary guidelines. You could try preparing a heart-healthy main course, low-sugar dessert, or even a plant-based snack. Cooking at home allows you to control what's in your food and is typically healthier than eating out.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Educate yourself and others</h3><p class='facts-text'>Take time to read up on the importance of good nutrition and share the knowledge you gain with family and friends. With digital technology, you can easily find various blogs, podcasts, book recommendations on nutrition and health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Set achievable health goals</h3><p class='facts-text'>Registered dietitian nutritionist day is perfect for setting or revising your health goals. Whether it's incorporating new types of fruits and veggies into your diet, reducing processed foods, or drinking more water, make sure your goals are achievable and measurable this way you can track your progress.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Greater Understanding of Nutrition</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about nutrition and its impact on our well-being and overall health. It helps individuals gain a better perspective and understanding of how balanced diets, food choices and responsible eating habits can positively impact their lives.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Recognition for the Experts and Professionals</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Celebrating Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day offers due recognition to the experts who guide us towards healthier eating. These professionals are dedicated to aiding people in making mindful, healthy choices in their daily meals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages Healthier Choices and Habits</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This day also inspires the public to make healthier food choices. It helps set achievable health goals and stimulates a consideration for what we consume daily. By celebrating this day, we take another step towards better health and nutrition.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Registered Dietitian (RD) are Same</h3><p class='facts-content'>While differentiating between countless nutrition-related job titles might be overwhelming, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Registered Dietitian represent the same certification. 'Nutritionist' was added to emphasize that all RDs are Nutritionists but not all Nutritionists are RDs.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Registered Dietitians Undergo Rigorous Training</h3><p class='facts-content'>Becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist isn't a walk in the park. It requires at least a bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field, completion of a rigorous internship, and passing a national examination.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>RDNs Work in a Variety of Settings</h3><p class='facts-content'>Registered Dietitian Nutritionists aren't just confined to hospitals or clinics. They work in a variety of settings including private practice, hospitals, schools, nursing homes, fitness facilities, food management, food industry, research, and public health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>RDNs Are Equipped to Assist with Various Health Conditions</h3><p class='facts-content'>RDNs are your go-to nutrition experts when dealing with chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, digestive disorders, food allergies and intolerances, and obesity. They can provide personalized dietary strategies to manage these conditions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>RDNs Help Improve Eating Behaviors</h3><p class='facts-content'>Registered dietitian nutritionists do much more than instructing what to eat. Using motivational interviewing techniques, they help individuals identify and modify unhealthy eating behaviors which can contribute to improving overall health in the long run.</p></div></div>
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