Author: Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND

My clients have been asking me about astaxanthin supplementation. Are there any research-backed benefits to taking this supplement?

My clients have been asking about the health benefits of chia seeds. What does the research show, and what are the best ways to prepare them?

Food additives are a hot topic at every level in the food industry. According to the International Food Information Council’s 2024 Food & Health Survey, 30% of Americans feel that food additives are a top food safety issue.

I have clients asking about taking a Urolithin A supplement for healthy aging and inflammation. Could you discuss if there’s any scientific evidence behind it for these health issues?

My clients have been asking about the health advantages of consuming Manuka honey. Is there any research showing potential health benefits?

My clients have been asking me about colostrum supplements to help improve immunity, fight infection, and promote gut health. Is there any research to back up these claims?

I have heard that the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) has updated its guidelines for becoming a provider for continuing professional education units (CPEUs); can you explain these changes?

The matching system, where future interns applied to several programs and both parties ranked their top choices, is a thing of the past.

My clients have been asking about the health benefits of drinking raw milk. Is there any science for health benefits of raw milk consumption?

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and USDA have released the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) every five years since 1980.