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SUMMARY:Diet and the Gut Microbiome Virtual Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Oct 6\, 2026\, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM \nVirtual Lunch and Learn Presented by Levi Teigen\, PhD\, RD\, and Lisa Epp\, RDN\, LD\, CNSC\, FASPEN \nDiet and the Gut Microbiome: This presentation will provide an overview of our current understanding of the gut microbiome\, its role in health and disease\, and the role of diet in supporting both structure and function of the microbiome. We will also explore future directions for diet-microbiome research. \nObjectives: \n\nIdentify basic gut microbiome characteristics\nDiscuss microbial metabolites as diet-responsive measures of function\nDiscussed gaps in our current understanding of diet-microbiome interactions\n\nSphere 5: Critical Thinking and Decision Making\, Sphere 7: Research and Scholarship\, Sphere 9: Food\, Nutrition and Dietetics\, Sphere 10: Education and Counseling\, Sphere 11: Clinical Care
URL:https://eatrightmn.org/event/diet-and-the-gut-microbiome-virtual-lunch-and-learn/
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SUMMARY:Caring Through Culture: Hmong Eating Practices- Virtual Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Lunch and Learn Presented by Maita Lee\, RDN on August 4th (12:00-1:00 pm) \nCaring Through Culture: Hmong Eating Practices  \nThis presentation will focus on the Hmong cultural diet and practices in the United States of America. It will explore the Hmong diaspora and how food and food practices have evolved. Pending 1 CPE. \nObjectives: \n\n Identify who are the Hmong people and how they came to the United States of America.\n Describe Hmong cultural foods and practices and how they have evolved.\n Identify common medical conditions in the Hmong community where nutrition may impact.\n\nSphere 2: Health Equity- Advocates for health equity in nutrition and dietetics care and services\, mindful of unavoidable\, unfair or remediable differences among individuals or populations. Sphere 9: Food\, Nutrition and Dietetics\, Sphere 10: Education and Counseling \nMaita Lee is a registered dietitian (RD) who is currently working as a supervisor and the outreach coordinator for the St. Paul–Ramsey County Public Health Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women\, Infants\, and Children (WIC). She previously served as the diversity\, inclusion\, equity\, and belonging director for the Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (MAND). Maita was determined to become an RD so that she can be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to decrease food insecurity and increase the health and wellness of underserved communities through nutrition. She has taken initiative to understand various community needs and to find innovative ways for expanding food access. Her journey has led her to focus her efforts on public health nutrition and repairing broken systems that hinder health equity.
URL:https://eatrightmn.org/event/caring-through-culture-hmong-eating-practices-virtual-lunch-learn/
ORGANIZER;CN="Jana Dengel":MAILTO:mand@eatrightmn.org
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SUMMARY:MAND Paws and Peers Social Walk- July 30th
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to join us for the MAND Paws and Peers Social Walk on July 30th at 5:30 PM! 🐾 \nMeet us at Bde Maka Ska North Beach Lot (2700 West Lake Street\, Minneapolis) for a relaxed lakeside walk with fellow RDNs\, DTRs\, students\, and their pets. Connect with colleagues\, enjoy the beautiful scenery\, and play lakeside bingo along the way for a fun twist on networking. \n(If there is adverse weather that day\, an email will be sent with an indoor location at Utepils Brewing.) \nBring your walking shoes\, your furry friends\, and your appetite for good conversation—we hope to see you there!
URL:https://eatrightmn.org/event/mand-paws-and-peers-social-walk-july-30th/
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SUMMARY:Advanced Therapies for Pediatric Obesity- 2026 ATPO Conference
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Therapies for Pediatric Obesity- 2026 ATPO Conference \nUniversity of Minnesota Pediatric Center for Pediatric Obesity Medicine \nWhen: March 4-6\, 2026 \nREGISTER HERE \nAdvanced Therapies for Pediatric Obesity is one of the most highly regarded educational activities addressing the topic of pediatric obesity. In this three ½-day course\, leading experts in the field will provide the rationale for why obesity is a disease and concrete guidance on how to manage it.  A main focus of this course is the use of obesity medications for children and adolescents. Using cased-based sessions and break outs\, attendees will learn how to use obesity medications. \nObjectives: At the conclusion of this course\, learners should be able to: \n\nDescribe the pathophysiology and obesity and the weight-reduced state.\nExplain how to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a child with obesity\, including identification of weight-related comorbidities.\nDefine strategies for the management of pediatric obesity\, including lifestyle therapy\, obesity medications\, and the role of metabolic and bariatric surgery.\n\nFor questions about Advanced Therapies for Pediatric Obesity\, contact Juanita Jensen\, Department of Pediatrics-Center for Obesity Medicine at cpom@umn.edu or 612-626-2349. \nThis is a paid advertisement. Acceptance of advertising does not constitute an endorsement by MAND of the advertiser\, its products\, or services.
URL:https://eatrightmn.org/event/39209/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch & Learn: Advancing Health Equity: The Lakewood Health System Approach
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nSign up now for Virtual Lunch & Learns!\nMAND is excited to kick off a new series of Virtual Lunch & Learns. These virtual sessions will offer CPE credits and will be free for all MAND members. Non-members may join for a small per-session fee of $15. \nFeb 24\, 2026 from 12:00-1:00 PM  \nAdvancing Health Equity: The Lakewood Health System Approach\, Presented by Amy Wiese\, MHA \nThis session will provide dietitians with an overview of the role and evolution of Lakewood’s Community Health Team and its impact on patients\, families\, and the broader community. Participants will learn about key programs and services that address health equity\, social determinants of health\, and barriers to care. The session will highlight opportunities for collaboration between dietitians and community partners\, outline referral pathways and communication processes\, and share real case examples that demonstrate effective interdisciplinary teamwork. This Lunch & Learn will equip dietitians with practical tools to better connect patients with the resources and support they need in their communities. \nApproved for 1 CPE \nAFTER YOU SIGN UP\, YOU WILL RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK APPROXIMATELY 3 days BEFORE THE LUNCH AND LEARN \nObjectives:  \n\n Describe the role and evolution of Lakewood’s Community Health Team and how it supports patients\, families\, and the broader community.\n Identify key programs and services offered by the team that address health equity\, social determinants of health\, and patient access to care.\n Recognize opportunities for collaboration between dietitians and a community.\n Understand referral pathways and communication processes to effectively connect patients with resources.\n Explore case examples and success stories that highlight interdisciplinary collaboration.
URL:https://eatrightmn.org/event/lunch-learn-eating-disorder-care-what-every-dietitian-needs-to-know-copy/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch & Learn: Eating Disorder Care:  What Every Dietitian Needs to Know
DESCRIPTION:Sign up now for Virtual Lunch & Learns!\nMAND is excited to kick off a new series of Virtual Lunch & Learns. These virtual sessions will offer CPE credits and will be free for all MAND members. Non-members may join for a small per-session fee of $15. \nEating Disorder Care: What Every Dietitian Needs to Know\nPresented by Isabelle Bouchard\, MS\, RD\, LD\nApproved for 1 CPEU \nAFTER YOU SIGN UP\, YOU WILL RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK APPROXIMATELY 3 days BEFORE THE LUNCH AND LEARN \nObjectives:  \n\nTo identify the primary needs of an eating disorder patient. \nTo better understand the complexity and how to refer to the qualified professionals. \nTo learn about additional considerations when treating an eating disorder patient that will support acute treatment outcomes.
URL:https://eatrightmn.org/event/lunch-learn-eating-disorder-care-what-every-dietitian-needs-to-know/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting Feb 4th Lunch and Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="Jana Dengel":MAILTO:mand@eatrightmn.org
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