Learn why Tracy Williams wanted to become an RDN, her experience as an individual with cerebral palsy and her advice for nutrition and dietetics professionals.
February is Heart Health Month. Why should we be concerned about heart health for all Americans? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both
Hunger and poverty are complicated and widespread problems in our nation. In 2014, 46.7 million Americans (15 percent of the population) lived in poverty — that includes 21 percent of American children. Today, according to
It’s March, which every RDN, DTR and member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics knows means … its National Nutrition Month — let’s celebrate! Before there was National Nutrition Month, there was National Nutrition
While fewer Americans smoke these days, tobacco use, which accounts for at least 30 percent of all cancer deaths, is still the most preventable cause of death in our society. In the United States, tobacco use
When people with physical disabilities learn independence skills, they also gain self-confidence. However, cooking involves some of the more challenging skills that people with physical disabilities will encounter. The potential difficulties may result from organizational issues,