Month: October 2016

  • Student Life

    Stay Organized This Semester with These Top Tips

    Staying organized as a nutrition and dietetics student isn’t easy. Below are my top tips to help you stay on track to become a Registered Dietitian.

    Could you write it down?

    It’s tempting to ditch your planner for an app on your phone, but studies have shown that writing it down helps you remember it more. Invest in a cute planner (see ideas here) and never forget an assignment again.

    Keep a schedule.

    As much as you want to sleep in until noon on the weekends when you’ve been waking up super early during the week, trying to compensate for your sleep can make you more tired! You’ll be more productive when your schedule isn’t all over the place.

    Get rid of distractions.

    Whether it is a PC or Mac, many computers have programs that you can download that let you limit the amount of time spent on distracting websites (we’re talking about you, Facebook, and Instagram). Nix the temptation and get that essay done first!

    Find balance.

    It’s easy to get overwhelmed with everything you have to do this semester – from homework to volunteering or even working – it can get a little daunting to balance it all. Set aside 30 minutes to an hour each day to focus on yourself and do something for you, whether a yoga class or a quick Netflix binge. Your mind and body will thank you!

    Triage.

    Triage, taking care of the most important thing first, will help big tasks seem more doable. Get that group project out of the way, so you don’t have to worry about it. Can’t figure out where to start? Try making a to-do list so you can check off your assignments as you go!

    What are your best tips to stay organized? Sound off in the comments.

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  • Featured, Student Life

    Stand Out Male Dietitians

    Male dietitians are few and hard to come by. But, they are making an incredible impact in nutrition and dietetics. Learn about these rockstar R.D.s!

    Where are all our male # RD2be’s at?! Dietetics is a great career path for both males and females alike. Although the field is currently female dominant, male dietitians are having great success in dietetics, doing exciting things, and making their mark on the area. While we couldn’t possibly give credit to ALL of the fantastic dietitians out there, we do want to give a special shout-out to a select few stand-out male dietitians.

    1. David Grotto

    David has been in the nutrition field for over 25 years. He has a wide range of experiences, including hosting a live radio show on health and nutrition, serving as a national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and serving as the president and founder of a nutrition consulting firm in Chicago.

    2. Christopher Gunning

    In 2012, Christopher was recognized by the New Jersey Dietetic Association and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as the 2012 Outstanding Dietetic Student for New Jersey. Since his recognition, Chris has continued to make a positive impact. He is currently the clinical nutritionist for the New Jersey Institute for Food, Nutrition, and Health and Rutgers Health Services.

    3. Brett Singer

    Brett is a sports dietitian for Memorial Hermann Ironman Sports Medicine Institute, Houston Baptist University Athletics, and the Sugar Land Skeeters. He is a pioneer in bringing sports nutrition to high school athletics programs in the Houston area. Brett also spends time in the classroom educating graduate students on sports nutrition as an adjunct professor at the University of Houston.

    4. Chris Vogliano

    Chris is an environmentally-focused R.D. and works as a clinical research associate for a Seattle-based biotech startup focused on nutrigenomics and scientific wellness. He was selected to be the first Agriculture, Nutrition, and Health Research Fellow with The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in 2014. Chris was also awarded “Young Dietitian of the Year” by Washington State.

    5. Angel Planells

    Angel is the lead dietitian in the Home Based Primary Care program at the Veterans Administration in Puget Sound, a Media Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and owner of private practice and consulting firm ACP Nutrition. In 2016, he was recognized by the Washington State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as Outstanding Dietitian of the Year.

    6. Jim White

    In addition to being an RD, Jim is an ACSM Health Fitness Instructor. He is also an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics National Spokesman and owner of Jim White Fitness and Nutrition Studios. He has received multiple prestigious awards, including the 2014 Young Entrepreneur Award and 2009 Virginia’s Young Dietitian of the Year.

    7. Jonathan Valdez

    Jonathan is very actively involved in the field of dietetics, serving many roles. He is a Registered Dietitian at Genki Nutrition, Diversity Leader for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Diversity Leaders Program, treasurer and secretary for the New York State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and Public Policy Coordinator Co-Chair for the Greater New York Dietetic Association.

    Bonus

    Bonus, check out this ‘Men in Dietetics’ video from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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  • RD2Be Fun

    You Know You’re a Dietetics Major When…

    These hilarious dietetic memes hit a little too close to home.

    1. Your mini-fridge and purse are stuffed with snacks.

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    Nobody likes it when we get hangry…

     

    2. Lab involves recipe experimentation.

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    Some experiments turn out better than others

    3. You’ve tried to explain “dietetics” one too many times.

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    Nutrition…it means I study nutrition

     

    4. You get excited when you see kale salad on the menu.

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    Kale yeah!

     

    5. Your Instagram feed is full of food puns.

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    Lettuce turnip the beet!

     

    6. You find yourself spending hours in the grocery store comparing nutrition labels, and you don’t mind one bit.

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    This is my happy place.

     

    7. Your favorite dessert has sweet potato, avocado, or black beans in it.

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    And no one ever knows…

    8. And then they constantly judge your food choices.

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    I’m not on a diet, just trying to get all the nutrients I can by eating ALL the fruits and veggies. And yes, I love salad (silence).

    9. And you feel so good when the test is over, and you’ve ACED the material.

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    Crushed it!

     

    10. You’ve mastered the PES statement. 

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    Dang, that feels good.

     

    11. Since your food safety course, you kind of freak out about taking food temperatures and following proper sanitation guidelines when cooking at home.

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    Ummmm…that chicken breast is cooked to 165 degrees Fahrenheit. And you washed your hands immediately after handling the raw chicken?

     

    12. The thought of applying for a dietetic internship/grad school is like….

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    13. Despite all the stress and hard work, you know that it will all be worth it when you are in a career you are truly passionate about!

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    LET’S HEAR IT!

    What #RD2Be moments can you relate to?

    Click here to check out our Instagram for more memes that are just too relatable.

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  • Dietitian Career Advice, Student Life

    5 Unexpected Nutrition Jobs

    This list is sure to get you excited about the unique opportunities and possibilities in store for your future in dietetics.

    Did you know there is an American Overseas Dietetic Association and even pet dietitians? One of the remarkable things about dietetics is that there are so many routes one can pursue. Here’s a list of 5 unexpected jobs in nutrition that may spark your interest. 

    1. OVERSEAS DIETITIAN

    Kate Campbell is a registered dietitian with Commonwealth Healthcare Corp on the island of Saipan. After five years without a dietitian, she was hired by the hospital to build up the dietary department. Read her interview with Nutrition Awareness here.

    2. FARMER RD

    Once an ICU dietitian, Diana Dyer decided to pursue a different end of the dietetics spectrum by focusing on disease prevention as an RD-Farmer and “growing the food her community needs to become a healthy community.”  Read more about what her job entails here.

    3. PLAYWRIGHT RD

    Barbara Storper was asked to give a presentation on nutrition at an inner-city school. To connect with the children in “their language,” she utilized juggling, audience participation, magic, and more. Her shows have been a tremendous success and have now reached more than 3 million school children across the country. Read more about her here.

    4. CULINARY TRENDOLOGIST

    Kara Nielsen identifies new food trends and advises her clients, for example, restaurants, on what will be prominent in the food world and when. This job requires love for research as she’s frequently studying menus across the country and the news for new information. Read an interview with Kara here.

    5. PET NUTRITION CLINICIAN

    Helen Porter is a pet nutrition clinician from Porter Pet Pals Animal Nutrition Services. She focuses on providing services to those animals in need of a nutrition care plan or diet management, according to her interview with Today’s Dietitian. Read more about her tips for pet RD’s here.

    BONUS: Do you want to learn more about unique dietitian jobs? The FREE Dietitian Dream Jobs e-book is for you! 75+ exciting careers for registered dietitians. Click here to get this free e-book straight to your inbox.

    P.S. Read about Founder Jenny Westerkamp’s unique career path in entrepreneurship and sports nutrition! Plus, she shares lessons learned along the way!

    P.P.S. Read more about various nutrition-related jobs here and here.

     

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