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🗣️ Nutrition science is only effective when people can understand and apply it.Clear communication helps turn evidence-b...
21/08/2026

🗣️ Nutrition science is only effective when people can understand and apply it.

Clear communication helps turn evidence-based nutrition advice into practical, everyday actions that support healthier choices and lasting behaviour change. By simplifying complex information, using relatable examples, and focusing on achievable goals, dietitians can empower patients to take confident steps toward better health.

✨ Small changes, clearly explained, can make a big difference.

Ethics is at the heart of every nutrition decision you make.❤️From evidence-based recommendations to respecting patient ...
17/08/2026

Ethics is at the heart of every nutrition decision you make.❤️

From evidence-based recommendations to respecting patient confidentiality, professional integrity shapes the trust your patients place in you.

As a registered dietitian, staying informed and up to date isn’t optional, it’s essential.

Take your practice further with ADSA CPD and explore our activities to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

🔗 Visit adsa.org.za to learn more

Personalised nutrition remains at the heart of dietetic practice.In a world of mass advice and digital diets, dietitians...
13/08/2026

Personalised nutrition remains at the heart of dietetic practice.

In a world of mass advice and digital diets, dietitians play a critical role in translating evidence into individualised, practical care that supports meaningful, long-term outcomes.

By understanding each patient’s unique health status, lifestyle, and environment, we continue to deliver ethical, patient-centred nutrition care that truly makes a difference.

Supporting clients to make sustainable dietary changes goes beyond providing nutrition advice, it starts with understand...
12/08/2026

Supporting clients to make sustainable dietary changes goes beyond providing nutrition advice, it starts with understanding behaviour.

By setting realistic goals, using collaborative planning, and focusing on small, achievable steps, dietitians can help clients build habits that lead to lasting health outcomes.

💬 What behaviour change strategy works best in your consultations? Share your insights in the comments and join the conversation with fellow dietitians.

World Breastfeeding Week 🤱🏽💜The theme this year is “Breastfeeding for a sustainable start in life: strengthen what works...
06/08/2026

World Breastfeeding Week 🤱🏽💜

The theme this year is “Breastfeeding for a sustainable start in life: strengthen what works!”

This focuses on tracking progress, evaluating impact, and scaling proven approaches that improve breastfeeding outcomes. It calls on governments, health systems, workplaces, communities, civil society organizations, and families to build on successful experiences and strengthen the “Warm Chain of Support” for breastfeeding. 🤱🏻

For more: https://waba.org.my/wbw/

Sustainable practice starts with you. 🌿Building a long-term, fulfilling dietetics career requires more than clinical exp...
06/08/2026

Sustainable practice starts with you. 🌿

Building a long-term, fulfilling dietetics career requires more than clinical expertise, it requires healthy work boundaries, continuous learning, and strong peer support.
When healthcare professionals prioritise their wellbeing, they strengthen the quality of care they provide.

Let’s commit to careers that are impactful, balanced, and built to last.










Constitution Amendments: Call for member input! ⭐️ The ADSA Executive Committee will host the ADSA Biennial General Meet...
28/07/2026

Constitution Amendments: Call for member input! ⭐️

The ADSA Executive Committee will host the ADSA Biennial General Meeting (BGM) at the Nutrition Congress, on 8 October 2026 from 16h10 to 17h00. Please save the date – further details will be shared in due course.

As per ADSA’s Constitution Article XIII: Amendments to the Constitution, amendments to the Constitution of ADSA can be proposed by members, and subsequently tabled and voted on at the BGM. ✨

As such, we invite members to critically review ADSA’s current Constitution (available here) and submit proposed amendments. The proposed amendments together with a motivation should be submitted to Jessica Byrne ([email protected]) by no later than 14 August 2026. ADSA’s Constitution requires that proposed changes must be seconded by another full member of the Association.

The Executive Committee will collate all proposals received from members. These proposals, together with additional proposed amendments that the committee would like to suggest, will be collated and shared with ADSA members for review at least 30 days before the BGM.

As an ADSA member your opinion and contributions to the running of ADSA are very important, thus we thank you in advance for your time and effort in considering this very important matter.

✨ New ADSA Learn CPD Activity Available Now!Better Conversations, Better OutcomesWe’re excited to introduce this CPD act...
25/07/2026

✨ New ADSA Learn CPD Activity Available Now!

Better Conversations, Better Outcomes

We’re excited to introduce this CPD activity, designed to support healthcare professionals in strengthening communication and creating more meaningful, effective conversations in practice.

Effective communication plays an important role in building trust, understanding individual needs, supporting shared decision-making, and ultimately improving outcomes. This activity explores practical insights that can help healthcare professionals approach conversations with greater confidence, clarity, and purpose.

What This Activity Covers:

💬 Strengthening effective communication in healthcare practice
🤝 Building trust and meaningful professional relationships
👂 Encouraging active listening and better understanding
🧠 Supporting patient-centred conversations and shared decision-making
🎯 Using communication to support better outcomes
📚 Practical insights that can be applied in everyday professional practice
📝 Complete the activity and assessment to earn your CEUs

📌 CPD-accredited activity

Members: Depending on your membership package, receive a 40%, 25%, or no discount.

Non-members: R150.00

View activity at https://adsa.org.za/product/better-conversations-better-outcomes/

Please note you need to be registered and logged in to purchase this course. If you are already an ADSA Member or ADSA Learn Student Login here, if not register here.

🍎 Healthy snacking doesn’t have to be complicated! Smart snack choices can help keep your energy steady, improve focus, ...
02/07/2026

🍎 Healthy snacking doesn’t have to be complicated!

Smart snack choices can help keep your energy steady, improve focus, manage hunger, and provide important nutrients throughout the day. By planning ahead and choosing balanced options, you can fuel your body between meals and stay on track with your health goals.

What’s your go-to healthy snack? 👇

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