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Caribbean cuisine is truly a bubbling melting pot—shaped by the cultural traditions of the indigenous populations of the islands combined with the influence of enslaved Africans and European colonists, including Spanish, British, French, and Dutch.

For some, reading nutrition facts can be like reading a new language. This is understandable since there’s a lot of information on packaged foods. Some individuals may also have trouble reading or seeing the nutrition facts, and it can be hard to understand the nutrient quality of packaged foods.

Sales of nonalcoholic drinks have skyrocketed—driven by the changes in today’s drinking culture. Not only is it common to find mocktails on menus, but people can now sign up for nonalcoholic subscription services, visit booze-free bars, and attend sober events that don’t rely on drinking.

In every issue of Today’s Dietitian (TD), we celebrate the field of nutrition and the powerful contributions of nutrition and dietetics professionals. However, March is always extra special, as we harness the spirit of National Nutrition Month® in a variety of ways, including showcasing 10 exceptional dietitians from around the country in our highly anticipated annual TD10 feature.