Sunny and 82 degrees in Philadelphia today. Day 2 of the 3-day Susan G. Komen walk was today; so on my way to House of Delegates (HOD) meeting this morning I was greeted by pink tutus and cheerful charity chargers. The dialogue for the HOD meeting today was focus on the public health dietitian. This is such a broad term and so many opportunities for dietitians. There is such a large focus on prevention as the talks about the future of healthcare in America, I believe the public health dietitian is going to be a very important player for policy change and advocacy, advisement, and on the front lines in programming.
My background is in public health with former research focusing on Food Security. This evening while walking to a reception for dietitians in media and communication I was reminded of my research and passion: creating education and acquisition of nutritious food for people of all socioeconomic statuses. The Chosen 300 had a pop-up food line in the park across from my hotel. One of the patrons explained that the ministry group (www.chosen300.org) provides food at that corner every Saturday evening. What the dietitian saw on her plate: fresh salad, hot green beans, and spaghetti with meat balls. Two vegetable servings!! I am so pleased and encouraged to see non-profit organizations creating a place of socialization and spiritual support with a well-balanced meal. Matthew 25:35 states, “For when I was hungry you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in”. Thank you, Chosen 300, for feeding the homeless and the poor as you would feed yourself.
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