Author Archives: Eat Right Idaho

Apple Cider Vinegar: Real or Just a Fad?

Apple cider vinegar has earned the title of the newest weight loss practice. Supposedly, it is can potentially slow gastric emptying, improve lipid profile, increase glucose utilization in skeletal muscle, have an impact on lipid metabolism and more. However, the … Continue reading

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Annual Meeting Mix & Mingle: A Don’t Miss Event!

Fun, Food, and Friends Don’t miss the Idaho Academy Mix & Mingle! Come network @IAND When: Thursday, April 20th from 4:00-5:30 Join us for Games Prizes Appetizers Drinks Shopping DIY Photo Booth   After the event, meet your friends for … Continue reading

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“Put Your Best Fork Forward” at the Dinner Table During National Nutrition Month, Says Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

CHICAGO – Parents are the most important role models for their children. For National Nutrition Month®, celebrated each March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics encourages parents to “Put Your Best Fork Forward” by modeling healthful eating habits – one … Continue reading

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Happy Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day!

Today, March 8th is Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day. As Idaho’s food and nutrition experts, our Idaho RDNs are committed to improving the health of their patients and community.  According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day … Continue reading

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Are You Registered for the Annual Meeting Yet? Check Out Our General Session Speakers

Are you registered for the meeting yet?  Spring into action and register online before the April 7 pre-registration cutoff date to secure your spot at the conference.  This year we are pleased to announce two incredible speakers for our General … Continue reading

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Two Idaho RDNs Will Share Their Research at TEDxBoise April 8th

Want to live to be 100? Two dietitians will share research being conducted at University of Idaho in countries with the fastest growing number of centenarians (Italy, Japan, Singapore, Cuba and the U.S.) at TEDxBoise 2017. Buy your tickets today … Continue reading

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For National Nutrition Month, Celebrated in March, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Encourages Everyone to ‘Put Your Best Fork Forward’

CHICAGO – Eating healthier doesn’t mean changing your entire eating pattern overnight. Small changes, made over time, can add up. For National Nutrition Month® 2017, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics urges everyone to start small – one forkful at … Continue reading

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Hacking the World of Weight-Sensitive Sports

From powerlifting and Olympic-style weightlifting, to mixed-martial arts and judo, to lightweight rowing and horse-racing, weight-sensitive sports are integral part of modern-day athletics. Unfortunately, practices to achieve the athlete’s competition weight have become commonly risky and occasionally even fatal. Despite … Continue reading

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Annual Meeting: Don’t Miss Out – Register Now!

When:  Wednesday, April 19th – Friday, April 21st Where:  Riverside Hotel Boise, ID BRING A BUDDY! Invite a fellow RDN! Save money by carpooling or sharing a room. Double queen hotel rooms booking fast! Reserve your room today! Click here for details.  “The annual Idaho Academy of … Continue reading

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Congratulations to Idaho RDN, Laura McKnight for Winning the Outstanding Educator Award for AREA I NDEP

Dear Laura McKnight MPH, RD, Congratulations! You have been selected by a committee of your peers for the NDEP AREA 1 Outstanding Dietetic Educator Award in the DPD category for 2017! Thank you for years of service and dedication to the preparation … Continue reading

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