Welcome to the Vegetarian Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group Web Site!
The mission of the Vegetarian Nutrition Dietetics Practice Group (VN DPG) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is to serve as the leading authority on evidence-based vegetarian nutrition for health professionals and the public.
As the leading authority on evidence-based vegetarian nutrition, our vision is to promote global health and well being by developing influential policy and comprehensive education, and supporting cutting edge research. Join us today!
Quick Links for May
- Don’t miss the FREE CPEU opportunity in the Spring 2012 Vegetarian Nutrition Update "Use of a Vegetarian Diet in Gestational Diabetes." After reading the article link to the Spring 2012 CPE Quiz, then answer seven out of nine questions correctly and you will receive a certificate for one FREE hour of CPE.
- Do you promote vegetarian diets to RD's and other professionals?
Then apply for the newly updated Speaker Stipend Award. Discover how you can receive up to $1,000.00 for your time and travel.
- Enjoy lively discussions and stay current with vegetarian nutrition political issues by joining the VN DPG Electronic Mail List (EML) »
- Research Funding
Learn about funds for research on food and nutrition topics. Go to www.grants.gov, then select the category Food and Nutrition.
- Join the Academy's Find a Registered Dietitian service.
Please join so consumers can find a vegetarian/vegan friendly dietitian when they use the Academy’s Find a Registered Dietitian FREE service. To join -- log in to the Academy website, choose Find a Registered Dietitian, select Enroll/Manage, and follow the instructions.
- Become a VN DPG State Coordinator!
Several states need coordinators for our DPG. This job provides opportunities to meet other VN DPG members and coordinate group meals or other gatherings at your state’s annual meeting. Learn more about which states need coordinators and how you can get involved.
Join Us
Join the Vegetarian Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group and help us continue to provide up-to-date information on vegetarian nutrition to dietitians, health and food service professionals, and the public.
- Receive our excellent quarterly newsletter, Vegetarian Nutrition Update
- Earn continuing education credits
- Discover skill development opportunities
- Contribute newsletter articles, book reviews, and more
- Find new opportunities to work in small groups on education resource development projects
- Dues are only $30 per year
Join online or by calling the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Member Service Center at 800-877-1600 x5000 or by
