Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 This June, we’re shining a spotlight on all the amazing LGBTQIA+ dietitians and dietetic technicians out there. We're also celebrating the compassionate, inclusive care that RDNs and NDTRs provide every day — especially those dedicated to supporting the health and wellness of LGBTQIA+ individuals and communities!

RDNs Provide Inclusive Care One of the most important roles of registered dietitian nutritionists is to provide nutrition counseling that is inclusive of everyone. A good first step to working with any individual and community is to understand relevant terminology and concepts.

🎤 Meet your Opening Session keynote speaker: Jessica Knurick, PhD, RDN! ✨

A nutrition scientist, registered dietitian and nationally recognized science communicator, Jessica is known for turning complex topics into clear, actionable insights. From public health to food policy to fighting misinformation, her work empowers people to think critically about the information shaping their choices.

Join us at FNCE in San Antonio this October to hear her perspective live! Learn more: https://sm.eatright.org/FNCEspeakers

We invite you to join us on June 17 at noon Central time for “Obesity Medications, Nutrition, and Women’s Metabolic Health Across the Lifespan,” part of our ongoing obesity medications webinar series.

This session will provide registered dietitian nutritionists and health care professionals with an in-depth review of the latest evidence regarding the safety and efficacy of obesity pharmacotherapy for women at various life stages, including PMOS, infertility, pregnancy planning, breastfeeding and menopause.

Obesity Medications Incorporating nutrition and lifestyle interventions is imperative in the comprehensive management of obesity across the continuum of care. Individuals taking obesity medication must have access to evidence-based lifestyle interventions within medical nutrition therapy services delivered by registere...

The best part about the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo is that you can make it your own. With sessions spanning topics across the nutrition and dietetics landscape, you can choose what excites you, makes you curious and keeps you engaged. 🤩

Plus, you can further customize your experience with expert-led workshops, hands-on excursions, networking events and more.

Explore it all at https://sm.eatright.org/FNCE

We're proud to announce our "Patient-Centered Weight Management: The Six Factor Professional Program and Toolkit" has won a Silver Digital Health Award! 🏆

Developed by leading obesity medicine expert Dr. Robert Kushner, this resource empowers clinicians with innovative strategies to support effective, individualized weight management.

Check it out: https://bit.ly/4vbHwPA

Ready to make your case for attending ? Use our resources to plan your proposal, including:

✅ A step-by-step guide to building your request
📧 Email template to send to your employer
📄 Downloadable flyer highlighting the benefits
💡 Talking points on ROI and immediate workplace applications

Visit https://sm.eatright.org/FNCEtalkpts

Thinking about working with a telehealth nutrition company? Join us for a lunch-and-learn session that covers what you need to know before you sign on. 💻

We'll cover the professional, legal, ethical and business considerations that come with telehealth nutrition services, from conducting due diligence and evaluating contracts to understanding state licensure requirements and navigating credentialing, coding, billing and documentation.

Best Practices for RDs Working with Telehealth Nutrition Companies This lunch-and-learn will touch on conducting due diligence before contracting with a telehealth company, evaluating key contract terms, understanding state licensure and telehealth law requirements, and navigating credentialing, coding, billing, and documentation expectations.

Today is the day! Registration and housing for the 2026 Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo are now open. 🥳

View early registration rates and details for group registration: https://bit.ly/4v96P4U

Check out our official hotels with discounts, plus travel reminders and discounts: https://bit.ly/4ed2JkV

Don't forget! Registration and housing blocks for the 2026 Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo officially open at 8 a.m. Central time tomorrow, Wednesday, June 10. 📅

Book early for the best rates, availability and access to exclusive add-ons!

FNCE® Each fall, the Academy hosts the world's largest meeting of food and nutrition experts. RDNs, NDTRs, researchers, policymakers, health care providers and industry leaders attend FNCE® to address key nutrition issues affecting the health of all communities. Mark your calendar for FNCE® 2026 in San ...