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ANIMAL PROTEINS – NEW DIETARY GUIDELINES, GLP-1’S AND BEYOND

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / June 11, 2026

ANIMAL PROTEINS – NEW DIETARY GUIDELINES, GLP-1’S AND BEYOND This interactive, hands-on workshop explores the evolving role of animal proteins in nutrition recommendations, with a focus on emerging Dietary Guidelines…

Virtual Lunch and Learn: Diet and the Gut Microbiome

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / June 10, 2026

Oct 6, 2026, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM Registration on Our Events Page Virtual Lunch and Learn Presented by Levi Teigen, PhD, RD, and Lisa Epp, RDN, LD, CNSC, FASPEN…

Social Media Marketing Contractor Opportunity

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / June 10, 2026

Social Media Marketing Contractor Opportunity Famēlia is looking for a Minnesota-based social media marketer who is passionate about nutrition, wellness, and helping families live healthier lives. This is a 1–2…

Virtual Lunch and Learn- Caring Through Culture: Hmong Eating Practices

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / May 29, 2026

Join us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn presented by Maita Lee August 4th from 12:00–1:00 PM Get Your Tickets Here Caring Through Culture: Hmong Eating Practices This presentation will…

Letter from President- Building Connections

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / May 29, 2026

Letter From Shelly Brandenburger, PhD, RD, LN, DC, FIAMA  MAND President 2026–2027 I’m honored and excited to begin my term as your MAND President. My career in healthcare and higher…

MAND is Protecting RDN’s Scope of Practice

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / April 1, 2026

Pictured Above: MAND President Stacey Hoffman testified in support of clarifying the scope of practice for licensed nutritionists and dietitians. MAND’s Board Leadership and Public Policy Team, chaired by Emily Heying and Sonja Mydels, continues…

Announcing New MAND Board Members for 2026-2027

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / February 19, 2026

Announcing New MAND Board Members for 2026-2027 year President-Elect  – Kori Geinert MAND Foundation Chair – Kerrie Roozen Delegate – Betsy Cogan  IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access) Director –…

Member Spotlight: Alicia Reardon, NDTR, EP

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / February 3, 2026

Alicia Reardon, NDTR, EP is the Bariatric Program Coordinator at St. Joseph’s Health in Park Rapids, MN. Alicia assists with care coordination, scheduling, exercise programming, and guiding patients through their…

Resources for Food Delivery

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / January 15, 2026

Supporting clients in accessing nutritious food shouldn’t be a barrier, especially when transportation or mobility challenges make it harder to reach food shelves in person. Below are key resources to…

Welcome New Board Members

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / June 5, 2025

We’re thrilled to welcome our newest board members to the Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics! These passionate and accomplished individuals bring a wealth of experience, insight, and dedication to…