Dietitians Only Dietitians On Demand

Tune in to hear from dietitian, chef, and entrepreneur, Vahista Ussery, MS, MBA, RDN. Her career journey has taken a nontraditional path, and we’re here for it! Chef Vahista discusses her inspiration to co-found the culinary nutrition consulting and education company, To Taste. She also talks about her food philosophies, how she has gotten involved with nutrition in K-12 schools, and the importance of embracing flavors from all cultures.  

 

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To Taste is dedicated to bridging the gap between medical and/or nutritional advice and food flavorful food, ensuring flavor meets health. Their Whole Life Plate™ visually illustrates balanced eating, offering healthy food group portions and lifestyle advice, making wellness a delicious, accessible choice at every meal. Visit totaste.com to download your copy of The Whole Life Plate™ or purchase a copy of their book To Your Taste. 

We’re in our ERAS era! Have you heard of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery? This approach to pre- and post-op care has been successful in reducing post-op complications, shortening recovery time, and improving patient satisfaction. Did you know there’s a nutrition component in the ERAS protocol? Tune in to find out the details and how you can support this modern perioperative protocol.  



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American Society of Anesthesiologists. Practice guidelines for preoperative fasting and the use of pharmacologic agents to reduce the risk of pulmonary aspiration: application to healthy patients undergoing elective procedures. Anesthesiology. 2017;126(3):376-393. 


Fearon KCH, Ljungqvist O, Von Meyenfeldt M, et al. Enhanced recovery after surgery: a consensus review of clinical care for patients undergoing colonic resection. Clin. Nutr. 2005;24(3):466-477. 


Sammour T, Zargar-Shashtari K, Bhat A, Kahokehr A, Hill A. A programme of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) is a cost-effective intervention in elective colonic surgery. The New Zealand Medical Journal. 2010;123(1319):61-70. 


Thiele RH, Rea KM, Turrentine FE, Friel CM, Hassinger TE,Goudreau BJ, et al. Standardization of Care: Impact of an Enhanced Recovery Protocol on Length of Stay, Complications, and Direct Costs after Colorectal Surgery. J Am Coll Surg. 2015;220:430-443. 


Dietitians On Demand’s ERAS blog series: https://dietitiansondemand.com/part-2-nutritions-role-in-eras-enhanced-recovery-after-surgery-series/  


ERAS infographic: https://shop.dietitiansondemand.com/products/2332021?_pos=1&_sid=4c672d8cf&_ss=r  


ERAS website: http://www.erassociety.org/  

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EOE) is a tricky condition to treat. The symptoms mimic other more common GI conditions, so it may go underrecognized. Plus, the steps to achieving remission can be complicated and confusing for patients. That’s where a skilled and savvy dietitian can help! In this episode, Sara Glanz, MS, RD, LD, CNSC gives you a crash course on EOE so you can be ready the next time this condition walks through your door. 



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Molina-Infante J, Arias A, Alcedo J, et al. Step-up empiric elimination diet for pediatric and adult eosinophilic esophagitis: The 2-4-6 study. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2018;141(4):1365-72.​ 


Molina-Infante J, Lucendo AJ. Dietary therapy for eosinophilic esophagitis. Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (2018), doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2018.02.028. 


Dellon ES, Liacouras CA, Molina-Infante J, et al. Updated international consensus diagnostic criteria for eosinophilic esophagitis: Proceedings of the AGREE conference. Gastroenterology. 2018;155(4):1022-1033.  


Surdea-Blaga T, Popovici E, Stanculete MF, et al. Eosinophilic esophagitis: diagnosis and current management. J Gastrointestin Liver Dis. 2020;26(1):85-97. 

Move over, Martha Stewart! Andrea "Andy" Mathis, MA, RDN, LD is a body-positive dietitian whose brand, Beautiful Eats & Things, focuses on realistic food and health goals, stress-free lifestyle advice, and super fun swag. Besides that, she’s a boss when it comes to media and representing dietitians in an accurate, relatable, and effective way. Get to know Andy and open your mind as she discusses the body positivity movement and how dietitians can support diversifying our field. 

 

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Andy’s website: https://beautifuleatsandthings.com 


Beautiful Eats & Things Shop: https://beautifuleatsandthings.com/shop/  


Follow Andy on social media! 




Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and TikTok: @beautifuleatsandthings 


Pinterest: @BEandThings 


X/Twitter: BeautifulEandT 

The dietitian profession is exploring the idea of an interstate licensure compact. This would be system of reciprocity, allowing dietitians with one license to practice in multiple states. The compact could be a game-changer for telehealth, those living in military families, and the job market. Listen in as Wendy Phillips, MS, RD, LD, FAND, FASPEN explains the latest developments on this exciting new possibility. 

  

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National Center for Interstate Licensure Compacts, Dietitian Compact: https://compacts.csg.org/compact-updates/the-interstate-compact-for-dietitians/  


Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Update on Licensure Compact: https://www.eatrightpro.org/news-center/public-policy-news/licensure-compact-exploration-update  


www.dietitianscompact.org   

In this episode of "Dietitians Only," we delve deep into the critical role of nutrition in managing and healing pressure injuries. Sara Glanz, MS, RD, LD, CNSC reviews who’s at high risk for developing pressure injuries, staging, and how nutrition can help in prevention and healing. In addition to discussing recommendations for calories and protein, we review the latest research and guidelines surrounding vitamin, arginine, and HMB supplementation. This episode is packed with valuable information and actionable tips that can help you prevent and treat pressure injuries through proper nutrition. 



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An Update on MNT for Pressure Injuries | 1 CPEU webinar
Nutrition Recommendations for Pressure Injury Healing infographic


National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel website: https://npiap.com 


Munoz N, Posthauer ME, Cereda E, et al. The role of nutrition for pressure injury prevention and healing: the 2019 international clinical practice guideline recommendations. Advances in Skin & Wound Care. 2020;33:123-36.  


Holeček M. Beta‐hydroxy‐beta‐methylbutyrate supplementation and skeletal muscle in healthy and muscle‐wasting conditions. Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle. 2017;8(4):529-541. doi:10.1002/jcsm.12208. 


Ogura Y, Yuki N, Sukegane A, Nishi T, Miyake Y, Sato H, Miyamoto C, Mihara C.J Treatment of pressure ulcers in patients with declining renal function using arginine, glutamine, and β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate. Wound Care. 2015 Oct;24(10):478-82. doi: 10.12968/jowc.2015.24.10.478. 


Schneider KL, Yahia N. Effectiveness of arginine supplementation on wound healing in older adults in acute and chronic settings: A systematic review. Advances in Skin & Wound Care. 2019;32(10):457-62. 


Wong A, Chew A, Wang CM, Ong L, Zhang SH, Young S.J The use of a specialized amino acid mixture for pressure ulcers: a placebo-controlled trial. Wound Care. 2014 May;23(5):259-60, 262-4, 266-9.