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Many of the resting metabolic rate, also known as RMR, equations that are used today by registered dietitian nutritionists are based on actual body weight. Learn about research evaluating the use of adjusted body weight and what to do if RMR can't be measured by indirect calorimetry.
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Eating a variety of foods is encouraged as a way to limit exposure to contaminants, such as arsenic. Registered dietitian nutritionists can assist parents in determining safer food choices for infants and young children and when counseling other at-risk populations.
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Parkinson's disease is a progressive, disabling, neurodegenerative disease affecting approximately 1% to 2% of the population that is over 60 years of age. Learn about the main treatments for managing this disease, nutrition considerations and more.
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There has been an increased focus on exploring the role of certain foods and diets in taming inflammation — even though a specific anti-inflammatory diet has yet to be defined.
Learn moreThe use of dietary supplements in the United States has continued to rise despite concerns regarding their safety and effectiveness. A study featured in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found that adults were "two and a half times more likely" to use dietary supplements while taking prescription medication compared to adults without a diagnosed medical condition.
Learn moreBody mass index (BMI), an indirect measure of body fat based on height and weight, has traditionally been used in the screening and assessment of overweight and obesity and is independent of age and sex when used with adults.
Learn moreEarly in 2023, a Consensus Study Report on the Dietary Reference Intakes for Energy was released by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
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It is estimated that around 1 million Americans have a sesame allergy. Yet, until recently, sesame was not considered to be one of the major food allergens in the United States; labeling of sesame as an allergen on packaged food products was not required until 2023.
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Learn about this newly defined eating disorder—how it presents, factors for diagnosis, similarities to and differences from other EDs, and considerations of Scope of Practice and Standards of Professional Practice.
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Should my clients increase their fluid intake to compensate for the diuretic effect of caffeine?
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Research suggests that consuming seafood that is high in omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy may result in "better cognitive development and language and communication development in children"
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Lead exposure continues to be an environmental health problem for millions of households with children in the United States.
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It is well known that sources of calcium and vitamin D are important, but there are other nutrients that can also influence bone health.
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Vinegar, specifically apple cider vinegar, has been the focus of a variety of health claims over the centuries.
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There are many types of salt available on the market, today, ranging in size, color, and even vary in terms of taste.
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Nutritional complications that may develop from the Whipple procedure include delayed gastric emptying (gastroparesis), dumping syndrome, weight loss, diabetes mellitus, malabsorption, and nutrient deficiencies.
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About thirty-five percent of American adults develop diverticulosis by age 50 years and fifty-eight percent of adults over 60 years.
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At present, there are no validated tools to assess body mass index (BMI) in individuals with an amputation.
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A number of evidence-based resources have been published highlighting the positive outcomes associated with medical nutrition therapy encounters for patients and clients who have or are at risk for diabetes.
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Epidemiological and observational studies have shown that BMI provides an approximation of total body fat for most individuals, and it is used to define different weight groups in terms of risk for obesity-related conditions.
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One of the biggest nutritional concerns associated with achondroplasia is the predisposition to carry excess body weight, which can aggravate skeletal disorders.
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In order to differentiate between preexisting diabetes and gestational diabetes mellitus, it is recommended that women with risk factors for diabetes be tested at their first prenatal visit in their first trimester.
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Reasons for using a hemoglobin A1c test have included it being a faster and easier diagnostic test, and there is no need for fasting beforehand.
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People living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) are susceptible to metabolic changes and chronic inflammation.
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After its use decreased in recent decades due to its high saturated fatty acid content, coconut oil has been making a comeback.
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There is emerging evidence that conversion of dietary nitrate and nitrite to nitric oxide may have beneficial effects in cardiovascular disease.
Learn moreThe recommendations relating to the Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers/Injuries: Clinical Practice Guideline have recently undergone their third revision by the European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP), the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP), and the Pan Pacific Pressure Injury Alliance (PPPIA).
Learn moreAs vitamin K research has evolved over the years, it has led to the discovery of vitamin K-dependent reactions beyond coagulation, including proteins involved in bone metabolism.
Learn moreThere is not a universal standard diet post-cholecystectomy and several diet modifications may be indicated.
Learn moreEating for reasons other than hunger is a nutrition and health-related behavior that many registered dietitian nutritionists encounter when working with patients and clients.
Learn moreThe medical management of kidney stones involves a metabolic evaluation, including a 24-hour urine collection.
Learn moreIn 2019, a task force commissioned by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) released new clinical practice guidelines for the primary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD).
Learn moreEach person's level of tolerance to histamine is unique and ever changing, so the approach to reduce dietary sources of histamine needs to be individualized for patients or clients with a suspected intolerance.
Learn moreRheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease that affects more than 1.5 million people in the United States.
Learn moreMacular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is one of the main reasons for vision loss in older adults and is the most common cause of legal blindness in the U.S. and other developed countries.
Learn moreMillions of Americans are estimated to have an allergy to one or more foods.
Learn moreIn addition to concerns regarding possible hidden or harmful ingredients which may be found in dietary supplements, claims that are made in the marketing of many of these over-the-counter products can be problematic.
Learn moreIn addition to iron-related issues, patients with thalassemia are at risk for other morbidities due to poor nutritional status, and these can affect growth, bone mineralization and immune function.
Learn moreThe pH level of food and its impact on acid-base balance plays an important role in several areas of nutrition, including food safety and medical nutrition therapy.
Learn moreThe term "Mediterranean diet" can be used to describe the eating pattern of at least 16 countries that border the Mediterranean Sea, which presents some difficulty in characterizing a Mediterranean diet.
Learn moreAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Down syndrome remains the most common chromosomal condition diagnosed in the United States.”
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While it is evident that some varieties of mushrooms could be regarded as good sources of vitamin D, not all types will meet these criteria.
Learn moreThe family of compounds called salicylates is found naturally in many plants, but the amount can vary depending on the plant species and its growing conditions.
Learn moreDietary fiber is undoubtedly an essential part of a healthy eating plan, yet its effect as a nutrient has been somewhat elusive.
Learn moreRegistered dietitian nutritionists will likely encounter patients seeking nutrition counseling for suspected or diagnosed food allergies including requests such as a "yeast allergy diet."
Learn moreA regular question received by registered dietitian nutritionists in the United States focuses on how much weight is gained on average during the holiday season.
Learn moreAlthough many complications related to obesity can resolve following weight loss surgery, there is an increased risk for nutritional deficiencies, which can influence the outcome of a healthy pregnancy.
Learn moreThe ratio of weight to height is measured in body mass index (BMI) and is used to estimate adiposity, however it does not provide information on the distribution of body fat or a full picture on individual health risks.
Learn morePKU occurs when the body is deficient in the enzyme, phenylalanine hydroxylase, which converts the essential amino acid phenylalanine (Phe) to tyrosine.
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