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Vegetarian Lunchbox Ideas The 2015-16 school year recently began for children across America. And while kids can choose from a variety of healthful foods in their cafeterias, parents who are vegetarian or vegan will be asking dietitians for creative ideas for lunch and snacks they can pack in their kids’ lunchboxes each day to ensure they adhere to their diets. In this month’s E-News exclusive, Today’s Dietitian’s Nutrition Editor Sharon Palmer, RDN, shares a wealth of tasty plant-based lunch and snack ideas parents can easily make in minutes—plus a recipe. After reading the article, visit Today’s Dietitian’s website at www.TodaysDietitian.com to read the digital edition of the October issue, which includes articles on plant-based diets for the whole family, RDs’ favorite produce recipes, seeds and grains in the dairy aisle, and food photography mastery with a smartphone. National Conference Wrap-Up The staff of Today’s Dietitian trusts that some of you had a good learning experience and some down-home fun while dining out and listening to live entertainment in Music City earlier this month at the National Conference. New Academy President Evelyn Crayton, EdD, RDN, LDN, FAND, unveiled her ambitious plans for the upcoming year in a warm, welcoming presentation at the opening session. The conference provided a plethora of educational sessions on clinical, culinary, business, media, public health, retail, environmental, and sports topics related to children and young and older adults. The closing session featured a high-energy, inspiring presentation from award-winning Ethiopian-born, Swedish-raised celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson, who paced the stage while discussing his humble beginnings, his challenging but rewarding journey to success, and his quest to fight hunger and improve children’s health around the world. Thank you for stopping by our booth to say hello. We saw many familiar faces and met many of you for the first time. Please enjoy the E-Newsletter and give us your feedback at TDeditor@gvpub.com, and don’t forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. — Judith Riddle, editor   Back to School Tips for Vegetarian Kids Regular Meal Times Make Healthful Eating Seem Easier FDA Approves Second in New Class of Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Tech & Tools Continuing Education Field Notes Print Preview

Demand that Current, Quality Science Determine the 2015 U.S. Dietary Guidelines and sign this petition on Change.org. The nutrition they need. Flavor they'll love. Regular Girl: For when life is anything but regular. A harmonious prebiotic and probiotic blend for women on the go Back to School Tips for Vegetarian Kids By Sharon Palmer, RDN School days are here, and it’s time for parents to get into the habit of packing lunchboxes and preparing after school snacks. While planning healthful lunches and snacks can be challenging for parents, it can be even more so for vegetarian or vegan families. It’s possible to create a nutritionally balanced diet for vegetarian and vegan kids, but the choices may be slightly more limited. The following are several tips from Today’s Dietitian’s plant-based RD experts to help plant-based families find interesting, wholesome lunch and snack items to fuel healthful eating habits all year long: Recipe: Crunchy Cherry Sunflower Seed Wraps 1. The magic formula. Plan a healthful lunch that includes a balance of proteins (plants for vegans; dairy or eggs may be included for vegetarians) + whole grains + vegetables + fruits + healthful fats. This combination will meet kids’ nutritional needs, help them focus on school and perform in sports, and keep them feeling satisfied for hours. 2. Build a better sandwich. Get creative when it comes to bread fillings with the following ideas: Full story » Regular Meal Times Make Healthful Eating Seem Easier A new study, published in the Cambridge Journals, finds students who prepare and consume meals regularly have healthier diets compared to students who fail to follow a regular eating routine, according to The Huffington Post. FDA Approves Second in New Class of Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs The FDA recently approved the new cholesterol-lowering drug Repatha (evolocumab), the second in a new class of cholesterol-lowering drugs, according to CNN. All-in-one Diet, Nutrition, and Exercise App The Nutrino app is a one-stop-shop for those looking to lose weight, improve their diet, or simply get more creative ideas for healthful meals. Nutrino takes into account users’ food preferences, dietary restrictions, health goals, and lifestyle to plan ideal meals and build recommended shopping lists. Nutrino keeps users’ health information up-to-date by syncing with wearables and fitness apps, including FitBit, Withings, Moves, and others. Users can even access a virtual health coach for help with staying on track. Learn more » Customizable Meal Plans and Dietitian Support Eat This Much (www.eatthismuch.com), the virtual nutritionist and meal planner, recently announced the launch of its first iOS app. Eat This Much, which 180,000 Web users are already utilizing to create fully customizable meal plans they can tailor to any diet, constantly adapts to users’ tastes and budgets by accessing 200,000 foods and more than 1,500 curated recipes. Since the app accounts for gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegetarian diets, and includes suggestions for incorporating leftovers and preferred ingredients, it’s the ideal companion for anyone looking to live a more healthful lifestyle or control weight. Learn more »   In Our November Issue 'Tis the Season for Pumpkin Weight Loss Drugs for Diabesity Treasures of Frozen Produce Hosting Supermarket Tours Grass-Fed vs Conventional Beef The nation's top employers and recruiters of nutrition professionals advertise in Today's Dietitian magazine and post their job openings on AlliedHealthCareers.com. Check out the most recent opportunities that have been submitted by employers from across the country! Registered Dietitian Morrison Healthcare Registered Dietitian Gulf Coast Healthcare, Longwood, Florida Dietitians/Nutritionists in Private Practice American Specialty Health From messenger bags and tote bags to apparel and journals, the Today's Dietitian gift shop has the perfect gift for long-time professionals, recent grads, or even the RD-to-be. Check out our secure online shop today or call toll-free 877-809-1659 for easy and fast ordering.

CPE Monthly: Dietitians in the Health Care Classroom — Developing Effective Lesson Plans Maximizes Student Learning: Part Three of a Three-Part Series In the third of a three-part series, learn about the importance of developing effective lesson plans for students in the health care classroom setting, and how to refine goals, objectives, and activities that will help learners better apply nutrition information to their daily lives, in this month's issue of Today's Dietitian. Read the CPE Monthly article, take the 10-question online test at CE.TodaysDietitian.com, and earn two CPEUs! Complimentary 1-Credit Continuing Education Webinar Grain: A Contemporary Look at a Classic Staple Presented by nationally recognized culinary nutrition expert, Holley Grainger, MS, RD, and Managing Director of Datassential, Jack Li, on Thursday, October 29, 2015 from 2-3 pm ET, this webinar will take an exclusive look at the current menu adoption cycle trends of grains—specifically, which grains are popular and how they are being used. The webinar will also dive into an evidence-based and practical discussion of the health benefits and culinary applications of both trending and staple grains. Register Now » 2016 Spring Symposium — Save With Our Early Bird Rate & Combine It With Family Fun! Think about the possibilities...You get to earn the CEUs you need in interesting sessions, meet other amazing professionals from across the country, AND spend quality time with your family...in the place where magic happens. Join us in sunny Orlando, Florida, from May 15-18, 2016 for the Today's Dietitian Spring Symposium, featuring an expanded continuing education and networking program all within steps of Downtown Disney at the newly renovated Buena Vista Palace Hotel & Spa. Our Early Bird Rate of $325 is available until December 31, 2015. Register now to save 15% on registration » Registration does not include accommodations or travel to and from Orlando. For those who cannot afford the registration rate, a limited number of scholarships are available for complimentary registration. Click here to apply for a scholarship » Nomination Deadline: Friday, November 13, 2015 Each year, our March issue puts a spotlight on 10 dedicated and deserving dietitians for their work and service within dietetics. The TD10 are professionals who have been nominated by the readers of Today's Dietitian—fellow nutrition professionals. Once again, we're asking you to let us know about dietitians you believe exemplify the profession and are making a difference for their clients, their communities, and for the field of dietetics. Who should you nominate this year? Here are some guidelines to help you choose: Nomination Criteria: An RD who has gone above and beyond their job description to make a real difference in the lives of their clients or in their community. An RD who has overcome significant challenges in their career and risen to new heights of success and influence. An RD who has achieved a high standard of excellence as a nutrition professional. An RD who has brought innovation, creativity, or new ideas to the profession. Click Here to Nominate a Dedicated & Deserving Dietitian!   Southern-Style Diet Patterns Increase Heart Disease Risk Previous research from the University of Alabama at Birmingham has shown that regularly consuming a “Southern-style” diet of fried foods, processed meats, foods high in fat, and sugar-sweetened beverages can lead to an increased risk of both stroke and death for chronic kidney disease patients. The latest research, published in Circulation, an American Heart Association journal, reaffirms that regularly consuming such a diet also could raise the risk of heart disease—including heart attack and heart disease-related death. Read more » Today's Dietitian is looking for writers and peer reviewers for our continuing education courses. Published authors preferred, but prior experience is not required. Contact Kate Jackson via email at ce@gvpub.com for details and guidelines. Have a dietetics-related question that you'd like our expert Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, to answer? E-mail TDeditor@gvpub.com or send a tweet to @tobyamidor, and we may feature your query! Have a product or service you want to market to dietitians and nutrition professionals or an open position that you need to fill quickly? Today’s Dietitian offers many flexible advertising programs designed to maximize your results. From print advertising to e-Newsletter sponsorships, website advertising to direct mail opportunities, Today’s Dietitian helps achieve your goals. E-mail our experienced account executives today for more information or call 800-278-4400! Coming up in our November issue is our Diabetes Product Showcase. E-mail a sales representative to be part of this unique advertising opportunity. AlliedHealthCareers.com is the premier online resource to recruit nutrition professionals. Post your open positions, view résumés, and showcase your facility's offerings all at AlliedHealthCareers.com!