Expo Theater Events
Learn about new research, emerging trends and the latest information on a variety of science-based topics, including practical applications to share with clients and patients.
All events will be held at the Expo Hall Expo Theater in the Minneapolis Convention Center.
- Beyond Omega 3’s – 6 Scientifically-Backed Reasons to Choose Krill Oil
- The Versatile Skills of the RDN: Embracing Industry Opportunities to Impact Patient Care
- Private Practice in the Digital Era
- Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency: Speaking from Experience to Elevate Patient Care
- Healthy Hacks to Reduce Added Sugar in Beloved Classics
- Sweet Science: Get the Buzz on Honey
- New Clinical Studies Support Health Benefits of Stevia
- Personalizing Health with Glucose Sensing: A Tool For Data-Driven Dietetic Practice
- From Science to Spoon: Exploring the Qualified Health Claim for Yogurt and Type 2 Diabetes
Beyond Omega 3's – 6 Scientifically-Backed Reasons to Choose Krill Oil
October 6 | 11 – 11:30 a.m. | Expo Briefing
Sponsored by FNCE® Expo Briefing Sponsor: Aker BioMarine.
Cardiovascular/heart health continues to be a top wellness priority for 2024. And when it comes to nutrients to support heart health, we all know EPA & DHA Omega-3 Fats rise to the top, but in fact, close to 90% of Americans do not get enough from seafood1. While we've all heard of and often recommend Omega-3 or fish oil supplements, this session will introduce you to a specific source of Omega-3, Krill Oil, which is in the exact form your body needs. You'll learn about the unique advantages of krill oil, six scientifically-backed reasons to choose it for heart health benefits and beyond, and how to find a quality krill oil supplement you can feel confident in recommending.
- Explain what differentiates krill oil from other omega 3 sources.
- Describe the unique form and multi-nutrient composition of krill oil and its many clinically proven benefits.
- Identify high quality krill oil and recommended doses for patients.
Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, CSSD
The Versatile Skills of the RDN: Embracing Industry Opportunities to Impact Patient Care
October 6 | 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Expo Briefing
Sponsored by FNCE® Signature Sponsor: Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition
The registered dietitian nutritionist is recognized as the nutrition expert, but do they recognize how their broad skill set can impact patient outcomes outside of the traditional roles?
Join our panel of seasoned RDNs to gain invaluable insights into how their unique career paths have led them to different roles in the infant nutrition industry. Learn how these RDNs use their nutrition expertise to drive research, product development, product use, education, and knowledge to improve outcomes. Students and even seasoned RDNs can better understand the tools and opportunities available to optimize their career growth.
- Identify opportunities for RDNs in business/industry.
- Define unique skill sets possessed by RDNs that are relevant to non-traditional roles.
- Explain the importance of RDNs in the infant nutrition industry and their impact on patient outcomes.
Amanda Kruse Corlett, MS, RD, LD, FAND
Bethany Hodges, MS, RD
Melissa Miller, MBA, RD
Katie Niemier, MS, RD, LD
Jessica Thornton, MS, RDN, CSP, CNSC, CLC
Private Practice in the Digital Era
October 6 | 12:45 – 1:30 p.m. | Expo Briefing
Sponsored by FNCE® Signature Sponsor: Fay
In this presentation, attendees will explore how the landscape of private practice has changed in the digital era. An increased emphasis on preventative care paired with the rise of technology has given way to a new age of client care in dietetics. We will delve into recent dynamics, explore the impact and benefit of telehealth services in delivering Medical Nutrition Therapy, and discuss strategies for RDNs to leverage digital tools to establish and thrive in a successful private practice.
- Define how rising interest in preventative care and access to care has given way to a new era in dietetics.
- Explain the impact and benefits of increased access to telehealth services as a means of provisioning widespread, broadly applicable nutrition interventions through Medical Nutrition Therapy.
- Demonstrate the various ways RDNs can best utilize available resources to establish and run a successful, digital private practice.
Elizabeth Green
Christina Fattore, RDN
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency: Speaking from Experience to Elevate Patient Care
October 6 | 1:45 – 2:15 p.m. | Expo Briefing
Sponsored by FNCE® Expo Briefing Sponsor: AbbVie Medical Affairs
Clinical manifestations of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) can be nonspecific, resulting in delayed diagnosis. EPI leads to nutritional deficiencies, which may increase the risk of clinical complications. Join us for an engaging discussion with two registered dietitians as they share their experiences in managing patients with EPI. Learn how to recognize signs and symptoms of EPI and develop a treatment plan for patients with EPI.
- Describe EPI and the impact it can have on nutritional outcomes.
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of EPI.
- Develop a treatment plan for patients following a medical diagnosis of EPI, including actionable steps to monitor patient progress and adjust interventions as needed.
Meghan Garrity, MS, RD, CSO, CSOWM, CNSC, CDN*
Eileen M. Potter, MS, RD, LDN
*Consultant is acting in her personal capacity
Healthy Hacks to Reduce Added Sugar in Beloved Classics
October 7 | 9:30 – 10 a.m. | Culinary Demo
Sponsored by FNCE® Culinary Sponsor: LaCroix Beverages, Inc.
Join Joy Bauer as she showcases creative ways to hydrate with alcohol-free beverages that contain less added sugar than standard cocktails. She'll pair her tasty mocktails with recipes for savory snacks and sweet treats that incorporate nutritious ingredients, making them extra healthy and delicious. Furthermore, the session will provide tips on how to effectively showcase these recipes on social media platforms, including strategies for creating visually appealing content, engaging with followers, and using social media to promote healthy eating habits.
- Encourage patients and clients to reduce alcohol intake by demonstrating how to prepare mouthwatering mocktails using nutrient-rich ingredients.
- Highlight easy ways to transform popular snack foods into delicious versions with significantly less added sugar saturated fat and sodium.
- Provide engaging communication strategies to help attendees effectively share their healthy recipes on social media.
Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN
Sweet Science: Get the Buzz on Honey
October 7 | 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. | Culinary Demo
Sponsored by FNCE® Culinary Sponsor: National Honey Board
This entertaining and informative demonstration will share surprising new ways to enjoy honey and provide the latest scientific findings on honey's potential role in supporting gut health and enhancing a Mediterranean-style Diet. Host, Tracy Lockwood Beckerman, MS, RD, will walk attendees through innovative ways that honey, with its wholesome sweetness, can be a true culinary tool from breakfast to dinner to achieve healthier eating.
- Recognize honey as an all-natural, wholesome sweetener that has many applications beyond as a topping.
- Explain how honey can play a role in making Mediterranean-style dishes more palatable leading to improved adherence to this dietary pattern.
- Describe how honey, when paired with yogurt, may help support healthy adult digestive systems.
Tracy Lockwood Beckerman, MS, RDN
New Clinical Studies Support Health Benefits of Stevia
October 7 | 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Expo Briefing
Sponsored by FNCE® Expo Briefing Sponsor: Cargill
Newly published, well-designed human clinical studies demonstrate the safety and benefits of using stevia to reduce added sugars in the diet. This briefing will summarize this data including potential benefits on weight management, gut microflora, appetite hormones, food intake and blood glucose management.
- Explain that stevia is a safe and effective food ingredient to reduce added sugars in the diet and aid in weight management based on new human research.
- Describe the potential effects of stevia on health outcomes including food intake, appetite hormones, gut microflora and glycemia based on recently published clinical data.
- Identify opportunities to replace added sugars in beverages and foods with stevia when discussing dietary plans with clients and patients.
Corey Scott, PhD
Personalizing Health with Glucose Sensing: A Tool For Data-Driven Dietetic Practice
October 7 | 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. | Expo Briefing
Sponsored by FNCE® Signature Sponsor: Dexcom
Join two registered dietitian nutritionists and clinical thought leaders to explore Dexcom's portfolio of products and discover the value that glucose sensors can bring to you and your patients. This session will highlight why glucose management matters, introduce Stelo the innovative over-the-counter glucose sensor and highlight how RDNs can utilize the functionality of Stelo to elevate their practice and personalize nutrition therapy.
- Explain the impact of a glucose sensor on glycemic outcomes.
- Describe how to utilize glucose sensors to motivate behavior modification and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Leverage glucose data to advance evidence-based clinical practice.
Shetal Desai Rautela, RDN, CDCES
Alexa Stelzer, RDN, CDCES
From Science to Spoon: Exploring the Qualified Health Claim for Yogurt and Type 2 Diabetes
October 7 | 1:30 – 2 p.m. | Expo Briefing
Sponsored by FNCE® Expo Briefing Sponsor: Danone North America
This briefing will take the audience on a brief historical journey of the process of a qualified health claim, summarize the scientific review process and will wrap up with key takeaways.
- Define what a qualified health claim is, the process for review and what the newly qualified health claim states.
- Characterize the strength of the science supporting the new claim.
- Explain what the claim means for health care professionals and consumers, and how to best communicate.
Amanda Blechman, RDN, CDN
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