Southern Tier Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Southern Tier Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics We are committed to leading the future of the dietetics profession. This web site is a resource for our members!

The Southern Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is made up of registered dietitians, dietetic technicians, and students who live, work, or attend college in the Southern Tier. The range of expertise of our members is wide with members working in clinical care, private practice, education, industry, community agencies and physician offices. Our members are authors, free lance writers, consultants,

speakers, volunteers and practitioners. Our members are passionate about dietetics and leading the field through their work and volunteer activities. As food and nutrition experts, we work to be involved wherever our expertise is needed, especially in the areas of obesity and chronic disease management. Our members are experts in translating the science of food and nutrition into practical solutions and are committed to evidence-based practice and safe, high-quality care. We envision that Southern Tier Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics members will be the most valued source of food and nutrition services. If you are a registered dietitian, dietetic technician, or nutrition student and would like to join, we look forward to you being part of our growing network!

02/12/2022

Today’s Winter Fun outing is CANCELED due to poor snow conditions. 😕

Stay tuned for upcoming activities!

09/25/2021

Add Your Support to Ensuring Increased Access to Fruits and Vegetables

Congress increased WIC participants' access to fruits and vegetables during the COVID-19 pandemic through September 30.

Unless Congress takes action, 4.7 million children, pregnant women and postpartum mothers will experience a significant decrease in access to fruits and vegetables.

Take action today and tell Congress to !

Academy members, take action here (http://ow.ly/hAGT50Gg1Qv) the public action alert to nonmembers is available http://ow.ly/bogz50Gg1Qu)

STAND members: be sure to check your email for an important message regarding the Therapeutic Diet Order (TDO) legislati...
05/21/2021

STAND members: be sure to check your email for an important message regarding the Therapeutic Diet Order (TDO) legislation.

💥 We are looking for new STAND Board Members for the 2021-2022 year! 💥Please reach out directly to current STAND Preside...
04/21/2021

💥 We are looking for new STAND Board Members for the 2021-2022 year! 💥
Please reach out directly to current STAND President, Erin Green at: emg232@cornell.edu with your interest and to learn more about what positions are open.

As a board member, your STAND membership fees are waived and you can claim 1 CEU per year for your continuing education credits.

LINK IN BIO to register for TOMORROWS FREE webinar! 1 CEU (pending CDR). Swipe through for details!
04/12/2021

LINK IN BIO to register for TOMORROWS FREE webinar! 1 CEU (pending CDR).
Swipe through for details!

Closing our National Nutrition Month series with the red currant! Growing on large bushes in cool climates, you can use ...
03/31/2021

Closing our National Nutrition Month series with the red currant! Growing on large bushes in cool climates, you can use redcurrants in jellies, smoothies, and sorbets! They are tart in taste and native to Western Europe.
Hope you all enjoyed learning about some food and nutrition related topics this month!

Going strong on week 5! Join us in trying a new herb or spice in your cooking!Including a variety in your spices can hel...
03/29/2021

Going strong on week 5! Join us in trying a new herb or spice in your cooking!
Including a variety in your spices can help keep food exciting and “new” even if you find yourself cooking similar dishes throughout the week!
Some fun ones to try: cumin, tumeric, chili powder, ginger, rosemary.

Did you know...the first definition of “dietitian” was “persons who specialize in the knowledge of food and can meet the...
03/26/2021

Did you know...the first definition of “dietitian” was “persons who specialize in the knowledge of food and can meet the demands of the medical profession for diet therapy”.

Registered Dietitians (not nutritionists) are the only healthcare professionals who are licensed to practice MNT, or Medical Nutrition therapy.

03/25/2021

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Have you seen or tasted a tamarillo?Native the Andes region, the tamarillo fruit is more sweet and tangy than a tomato. ...
03/24/2021

Have you seen or tasted a tamarillo?
Native the Andes region, the tamarillo fruit is more sweet and tangy than a tomato. 🍅
It can be used within hot sauce, eaten fresh, or blended with water or milk, ice, and sugar for a refreshing beverage! 🥤

Looking to diversify your protein and nutrient sources? Try using plant proteins for 1 meal (or snack) per day! 🌱Or if ...
03/22/2021

Looking to diversify your protein and nutrient sources? Try using plant proteins for 1 meal (or snack) per day! 🌱
Or if you’re just getting familiar with plant proteins, pick 1 day / week to explore (like )

Dietitian with a “T” please!Did you know? In 1967 the International Labor Office confirmed the dietetics profession clas...
03/19/2021

Dietitian with a “T” please!
Did you know? In 1967 the International Labor Office confirmed the dietetics profession classification and adopted the spelling “dietitian” at the request of the international dietetic community!

Let’s learn about the Lotus Root! Crunchy and mild in flavor, it can be braised, steamed, fried and used in broths.It i...
03/16/2021

Let’s learn about the Lotus Root! Crunchy and mild in flavor, it can be braised, steamed, fried and used in broths.
It is native to Asia, New Guinea, and Australia and popular in Southeast Asian and Japanese cuisine!

03/16/2021

Link to application in bio! Apply by April 23rd. Recipients announced by May 21st!

STAND will be awarding 3 scholarships for student memberships for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (membership year is June 1, 2021 - May 31, 2022). Scholarship recipients will also be given free memberships to STAND for the year, and each recipient will serve on a STAND committee to gain dietetics experience and learn more about the dietetics profession.
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Eligibility:
1.Identify as one of the following:
a.Identify as a person of color (African, African American, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Latinx, Caribbean Latinx, Central/South American Latinx, East Asian, Southeast Asian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern/North African, Indian/South Asian, Native Alaskan, Native American/Alaskan Native)

b.First generation college students

c.Students who were in foster care in high school and/or are still in foster care

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2.Are or will be enrolled in a dietetics or nutrition program at a two or four year program at an undergraduate institution in New York Southern Tier Region (Broome, Tioga, Chemung, Tompkins, or Cortland County)

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3.Will be attending a community college or four year university for 2021-2022.

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What to submit:
1.Application information
2.CV/Resume
3.Answer two questions about your interest in this opportunity.
●Tell us about your interest in nutrition. (250 words or less)
●Describe how an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics membership can help you. (250 words or less)

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Requirements if you win the scholarship:
1.You must submit your Academy membership information to the STAND Treasurer by August 1, 2021.
2.You agree to commit a minimum of 3 hours to working on a committee of interest including but not limited to National Nutrition Month, Professional Interest Committee, Membership, and/or Fundraising for STAND for 2021-2022.

Week 3 is all about whole grains and trying to incorporate more of them within your means and preferences! •Whole grains...
03/15/2021

Week 3 is all about whole grains and trying to incorporate more of them within your means and preferences! •Whole grains are under the carbohydrate umbrella and include various fibers, phytonutrients, vitamins, and proteins.
•Some examples include: brown and wild rice, quinoa, farro, wheat berries, barley, and oats.

Comment below with your favorite whole grains; bonus points if you share a quick recipe!

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