Debbie Petitpain (@debbiepetitpain) 's Twitter Profile
Debbie Petitpain

@debbiepetitpain

As a Registered Dietitian (RDN) - and a mom - I celebrate how food nourishes the body, gives us energy, helps us grow and connects us to our community

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A2: There are just too many amazing #RDN that I admire and who have inspired me to name them all! They are people I've met in my internship, DPGs, through the Spokesperson program, at my job, through my local association and through volunteer work! Lucky me! #NNMChat

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A3: For a long time, I worked in a hospital developing wellness programs for the hospital staff and to advocate for healthy choices in the cafeterias and vending machines. Even healthcare workers can learn strategies from a #RDN about how to eat well at work!🍎🍴😋 #NNMChat

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A4: During your first visit with a #RDN, expect to do the talking! That visit is all about learning where you're at and where you want to go. #NNMChat

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A5: For some people, choosing between seeing a #RDN in person or via telehealth may come down to what's available in your area. Luckily, access to #dietitians is getting better every day. #NNMChat

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A7: There's more than one "right" way to eat healthy - a healthy meal plan is one that's centered on the foods that work best for you. #NNMChat

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We're one hour away from kicking off today's #NNMchat in honor of #RDNday, #NDTRday, and #NationalNutritionMonth! 🙌🎉 Be sure to join in the fun to recognize and spotlight #RDNs and #NDTRs and all the wonderful work they do! #eatrightPRO

We're one hour away from kicking off today's #NNMchat in honor of #RDNday, #NDTRday, and #NationalNutritionMonth! 🙌🎉

Be sure to join in the fun to recognize and spotlight #RDNs and #NDTRs and all the wonderful work they do! 

#eatrightPRO
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A1: I transitioned to a career in #dietetics because I love the science of how food influences health – and wanted to empower others to use the FORK 🍴and take charge of their health 💪. #functionalfoods eatright.org/health/wellnes… #NNMchat

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A2: Working with a #RDN allows you to get the personalized advice general information can’t provide. And to consider key factors such as budget constraints, cultural food preferences and health goals. Learn more here: eatright.org/health/wellnes… #NNMchat

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A3: NDTRs are found in a variety of areas such as hospitals, public health clinics, nursing homes with an estimated salary range from $7.50/hr to $68/hr – that’s an annual salary of $141,000! #NNMchat

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A2: An #RDN can help you with a new medical diagnosis or with: 🥛Food allergies 🤮GI concerns 🏥Cancer 🩺High blood pressure or cholesterol 🥍Sports nutrition 🤱pregnancy/breastfeeding ✅or need accountability for lifestyle changes #NNMchat

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A4: Food is a powerful connection to tradition and certain flavors allow us to “taste” our culture. Using traditional herbs and spices on new foods can blend tradition with what’s seasonal, available, affordable and health-promoting. eatright.org/food/food-prep… #NNMchat

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A5: There is momentum behind #FoodisMedicine with some saying “the new pharmacies shall be our kitchens”. #RDNs have been promoting this approach for decades and are uniquely positioned to champion this movement! #NNMchat

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A6: A recent paper demonstrated how various eating patterns can influence a person’s health and the health of the planet. My thoughts were shared with HealthDay News reporter Amy Norton in this U.S. News & World Report article usnews.com/news/health-ne…

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A6: A recent paper demonstrated how various eating patterns can influence a person’s health and the health of the planet. My thoughts were shared with HealthDay News reporter Amy Norton in this U.S. News & World Report article usnews.com/news/health-ne… #NNMchat

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I champion hospitals addressing food insecurity in the communities in which they sit and think they should ALL start @usdafns #summermeals programs! If you want to know how – LMK and I’ll be 😊 to help! #NNMchat