on Opportunity as an expression of my dedication and commit- ment to the profession of food, nutrition, and dietetics. I hope my words motivate nutrition and dietetics students, registered dietitians, and dietetic technicians newly entering the profession, and seasoned professionals to take on challenges and new oppor- tunities that reflect our authority on these fronts. My appreciation for our profession runs deep. My registered
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dietitian nutritionist (RDN) friends and colleagues have always been a source of strength and inspiration for me. Te princi- ples and values of the profession encourage me to do good work and strive for the best. My work with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has given me leadership opportunities that remain invaluable in all aspects of my life. I wrote this book because I want to share my perspective on things I’ve learned along the way. What I say here is not the only possible interpretation; it’s simply my point of view. I know that some people will not agree with me.
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hy did I write this book? This is an easy question for me to answer: I wrote Nutrition Authority: Perspectives