Easter 2025 food and drink trends
Hello, Spring! The season where flowers bloom, birds sing and allergy meds fly off the shelves — but at least there’s also fun holidays to distract us. Spring holidays are a delightful… Read more
RD Close Up: Ellie Wilson of Northeast Grocery
Ellie Wilson, MS, RD, CDN, FAND, was one of the first dietitians featured in the Retail Dietitians Business Alliance articles back in April 2013, just a year after the organization’s… Read more
#HealthyEating? A dietitian’s guide to social media growth
Remember when we thought social media would be just for sharing OOTDs and fun vacation pics? Now it’s where careers are made, debates get wild and somehow, pineapple pizza is… Read more
How dietitians can market National Nutrition Month
March is here! A month of transition, where winter loosens its grip and signs of spring may begin to emerge, depending on where you are. Events like the spring equinox, St…. Read more
Tariffs may make healthy foods less affordable. Here’s what dietitians can do to help
In recent years, rising food costs have become a growing concern for consumers, healthcare professionals and policymakers alike. For dietitians, the issue is particularly pressing, as the affordability of nutritious… Read more
2025: The year for food labels?
The Food and Drug Administration on Dec. 19 updated the definitions of the term “healthy” for food labeling, a move that reflected changes in nutrition and that tightened limits on… Read more
New year, new network: Starting 2025 off right
The champagne has been popped, the confetti has settled and 2025 is officially here! It’s a fresh start, brimming with opportunities. Before diving headfirst into the hustle, let’s talk about… Read more
Thanksgiving for everyone: Delicious recipes for every diet
Thanksgiving brings family and friends together, centered around a table overflowing with beloved dishes. Yet, for those with dietary needs, enjoying these favorites can be tricky. As retail dietitians, you’re… Read more
RD Close Up: Andrew Akhaphong of Mackenthun’s Fine Foods
Before working as a retail dietitian, Andrew Akhaphong, MS, RD, LD, CPT, CSCS, worked as a clinical dietitian for six years for skilled nursing facilities in transitional care units. However,… Read more
Cheese, please! Rich tradition meets modern nutrition
Cheese! That doesn’t just make you smile when you say it for pictures, it also makes you smile when eating it. Cheese isn’t just food; it’s a celebration. It’s the… Read more