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.
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
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
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
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