Blogs and member articles

A big congratulations to Ogo-Jesu, who has been elected as the BDA Student Rep 2026/27. We asked Ogo-Jesu why she applied for the role and how she hopes to champion the voice of dietetic students over the next year.

Not only will you soon be looking for your first role in dietetics, where our union will be able to guide and support you, but as soon as you go on your first practice-based learning (placement) we’re here to make sure you have everything you need to navigate the workplace.  

As we mark Sustainable September 2026, Louise Kirkham talks to Tanya Haffner and Amy Roach about the Plants First Healthcare Coalition.

As the BDA Cardiovascular Specialist Group celebrates its first year – and ahead of World Heart Day on 29 September – members of the group look back on some of the hot topics of 2026.

Ajithkumar Puthentheruvil Anantharaman outlines how an MDT containing a senior dietetic first contact practitioner is helping patients with knee osteoarthritis.

Dr Alan Kennedy speaks to Dr Tilly Spurr about her fascinating career path from investment banking in 1990s London to working in education and sport – alongside running a thriving coffee-roasting business.

We're celebrating five years of partnership with Raisio (the makers of Benecol) - a commercial partner that truly champions the dietetic profession and actively invests in the educational ecosystem.

Preetpal Kainth, Chair of the BDA Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, explores this year's South Asian Heritage Month theme and what it means to her as a dietitian.

As I have just completed my second year of my BSc Dietetics and Nutrition at London Metropolitan University, I also reached another milestone—two years as a Student Events Officer for the BDA London Branch. Two anniversaries at once!

The BDA Obesity Specialist Group has been developing a suite of dietary resources aimed at supporting individuals taking medications for obesity.