What is a dietitian?

Dietitians are qualified and regulated health professionals that assess, diagnose and treat dietary and nutritional problems at an individual and wider public-health level.

What do dietitians do?

Latest news

The BDA responds to the NHS 10-Year Plan

Find out more about the BDA response to the aspiring 10-year plan.

Record breaking Research Symposium

The BDA's 2024 Research Symposium saw 106 abstracts presented across 16 streams. Not only was this a record breaking number of pieces of research being shared but the BDA also saw the biggest attendance for the event too. 

Folic acid fortification of flour – the long wait is over!

It has been announced by DHSC and DEFRA that non-wholemeal wheat flour will now be fortified with folic acid from the end of 2026.

Gold award for BDA member

BDA Fellow Alison Smith, has been awarded the inaugural Chief Allied Health Professions Officer’s Gold Award for AHP Excellence.

The BDA responds to the Autumn Budget 2024

Our thoughts on the first Labour budget in 14 years.

£2.78m study to measure effectiveness of oral nutritional supplements versus fortified food in older care home residents

The NHS spends around £14 million per month on oral nutritional supplements (ONS) for older care home residents. Now a new study, the largest of its kind, is measuring whether ONS are actually effective for them.

The BDA on building healthier communities

In September 2024, the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) consultation was communicated as a chance to redefine the landscape of urban and rural development in the UK.

Annual reports and accounts

Check out our latest BDA Annual Report (plus annual accounts) showing you all that we've achieved with and on behalf of our members.

The PENG e-Pocket Guide is here!

We are extremely excited to launch our new PENG e-Pocket Guide - an essential resource to support your practice.

 

Find a dietitian for your nutrition needs

Search for a private or freelance dietitian

 

Latest articles

Management of gout

Anna Pettit looks at the causes, symptoms and management of this painful form of chronic inflammatory arthritis.

Should we be recommending fermented foods?

Lucy Kerrison looks at the science behind the link between fermented foods and gut health.

Influencing positive and progressive change - My experience volunteering as a member of the dietetic support workforce

Sam McConkey shares his experience since joining the BDA’s Northern Ireland Board.

Blockbusting ONS: what happens when ONS are restricted in care homes?

Naomi Asembi reports on a survey of Oxfordshire care homes to evaluate how they manage malnutrition.

Dementia and diet

Grace Falade looks at the nutritional issues around patients with dementia.

Reflecting on six years as Chair of the British Dietetic Association

It has been an incredible privilege to serve in this role and to work alongside such passionate, dedicated, and inspiring professionals. I’m immensely proud of what we’ve achieved as a community, and I’d like to share some key highlights.

Three simple ways to reduce food waste

Read three top tips on how to reduce food waste from Apetito's Development Dietitian, Sophia Cornelius.

Unpacking the myths around plant-based drinks

With the rise in popularity of plant-based diets, demand for alternatives to dairy has also increased, find out the facts when it comes to plant-based drinks.

Managing allergies

Sophia Cornelius considers why food allergens can make it challenging to meet nutritional requirements.

 

Food Facts

Our Food Fact Sheets are written by dietitians to help you learn the best ways to eat and drink to keep your body fit and healthy.


The BDA Food Facts sheets are free for you to read, download and print for your own reference. They must not be copied to other websites: please link to this site to ensure your readers see the latest version.