Dietitians of Central Texas

Huge thanks to all who joined us last week for our DCTX December Member Meeting! We had a blast catching up with fellow dietitians and students. We learned about food insecurity trends in young adults and how dietitians can stay up to date with research and be a powerful voice for science communication. Extending a big shoutout to our amazing speakers, Dr. Natalie Poulos and Dr. Elizabeth Klingbeil!

DCTX was also able to package up meals to share with the ATX Free Fridge project to support our community both on-campus and beyond! Big thanks to all who attended!

🍻 Get ready to wrap up the year with DCTX! 🍻

Join us for our final social of 2025 – it's becoming a tradition to celebrate at one of Austin’s fantastic breweries! We're heading to Ants Beer Cave for an evening of drinks, snacks, and great company.

Curious about pickleball? 🥒 Now’s your chance to give it a whirl! We'll have instruction for beginners and some friendly competition for those ready to play. Make sure to dress accordingly if you want to join in on the fun!

Bring a non-member friend and let's unwind midweek. We're excited to catch up, swap summer plans, and close out the year together!

We can't wait to see you there!

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Ants Beer Cave, 440 E St. Elmo Rd Unit E-2 (Next to Still Austin Whiskey)

Part 2: Feature Speaker - Sonya Lewis, MA, RDN, MCHES, an expert at the intersection of healthcare, nutrition, and inclusive design. With a rich background spanning clinical care, public health, and accessibility-focused tech development, Sonya brings a fresh perspective on inclusive communication strategies for dietitians.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ Strategies to reach and connect with more clients and communities
✔️ Real-world accessibility practices (alt text, color contrast, image descriptions & more)
✔️ Tools and tech to support inclusive, user-centered services

💡 Sonya has led wellness initiatives in corporate settings, designed EdTech products for lactation support, and conducted research with assistive tech users to improve product accessibility. Her work blends evidence-based health education and nutrition with powerful user experiences that drive impact and foster behavior change.

👥 Open to all DTCX members — Let’s design with everyone in mind.
📍 Dell Children Hospital ⏰ 5:30 - 8:00

✨ Throwback Thursday! ✨

Our last member meeting was a blast! A huge shoutout to our incredible speaker who shared eye-opening insights on nutrition considerations for older adults. Did you know that in 2022, 1 in 10 seniors faced food insecurity? But thanks to Meals on Wheels, 2 out of 3 clients saw improvements in just three months!

We’re beyond grateful for and all our amazing members who joined us. It’s always inspiring to see dietitians and students come together, share knowledge, and uplift our community!

HAPPY NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH

RSVP at link in bio 👌🔥

We are thrilled to welcome Seanna Marceaux, Chief Strategy & Impact Officer at Meals on Wheels Central Texas (MOWCTX), who will share groundbreaking insights on:

✅ Key nutrition considerations for older adults
✅ The evolution of home-delivered meals (HDM) and their impact
✅ Cutting-edge research on medically tailored meals & chronic disease management
✅ Measuring malnutrition & food security in community settings
✅ A new RCT study on diabetes management (A1C) in partnership with Dell Med
✅ How healthcare systems are recognizing social determinants of health

📅 Febuary 26 | 📍 Meal on Wheel Central Texas | ⏰ 5:30 - 8:00 pm
🎟️ Earn 2 CEU credits while gaining valuable knowledge to enhance your practice!

Yesterday, we came together not just as dietitians but as a family dedicated to serving our community ❤️🍎. Volunteering at the Central Texas Food Bank for our winter social event reminded us of the power of teamwork and the impact of nourishing our neighbors in need. Together, we’re building a healthier, stronger Central Texas—one meal at a time. 🥦💪✨

📣Join DCTX for our first social of the year! We will walk through the gardens of Umlauf and tour the wonderful sculptures within.

We welcome non-member RDs and dietetic students as well!

🗓️September 28th, 11am-1pm
📍605 Azie Morton Road, Austin, TX 78704

🔗RSVP required - link in bio!

Hope to see you there! 👏🏻

🥦🍎 Are you a Registered Dietitian or a Dietetic student looking to network with other local dietetic professionals and obtain CEUs that are in-person? Look no further! Join the Dietitians of Central Texas and unlock a world of exciting opportunities and connections. (Link in Bio) 🌟 

📆 Mark your calendars for a year filled with growth and fun: 

📚 Gain 8 CEUs from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 and stay up to date with the latest in nutrition trends! 

🤝 Forge meaningful connections at 4 social events where you’ll interact with other dietetic pros. 

🔐 Exclusive access to our members-only webpage – for access to job listings and a member directory to connect with local dietitians! 

📰 Get the scoop with our Quarterly Newsletter – a whirlwind of nutrition news, member spotlights, and all things DCTX! 

💌 Join the conversation! Our email group is your backstage pass to communicate with other members. Questions, insights, or just a virtual high-five – we’re here for it all! 

🌆Located in the Greater Austin Area, members of the Dietitians of Central Texas are passionate about food and nutrition 🌮🍓 and promote the use of scientific and evidence-based knowledge in a supportive, dynamic environment. 💪 

🧠 🍽️ Join today! Link in Bio 🌈🍏

🗓️ Wednesday, September 18, 2024,  5:30-8pm
📍 Texas Beef Council: 8708 N FM 620 Rd., Austin, TX 78726
🥙 Dinner provided
☑️ 2 CEUs

*RSVP today via link in bio**

Join us for BBQ cooking demos and a hands-on experience as well as education on the environmental and nutritional aspects of animal-source foods.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Nikki Putnam Badding MS, RDN, LD and the Texas Beef Council on the latest on agricultural insights

📣Join us for the last social of the year.

🗓️Thursday, June 6, 6-8 pm at
📍Sign Bar 9909 FM 969 Bldg 3, Austin, TX 78724


✳️Bring an RD friend ✳️ Network ✳️
🥘🥙Light bites from local food trucks will be provided ✴️Drinks can be purchased on your own✴️