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25 Jul

Public

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INDI Spokespeople

If you have any PR queries about INDI or nutrition related issues, please contact us on 01-2804839 or email communications@indi.ie. For all other queries please contact the INDI office dir... read more..

25 Jul

Public

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INDI Structure

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25 Jul

Public

David Henry

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Mission, Vision, Values

Our Vision A future in which all people in Ireland enjoy the life-enhancing benefits of good nutrition, in health and disease. Our Mission To advance the leading role of our members in impr read more..

24 Jul

News for Public

David Henry

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Welcome to INDI Website

A Review of HPN in Ireland

A Review of HPN in Ireland has just been published by IrSPEN. Their first report is on the status of home parenteral nutrition services for people in Ireland and it is the first time a review of thi read more..

24 Jul

News for Public

David Henry

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Welcome to INDI Website 2020

The Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute (INDI) is the professional body for registered dietitians in the Republic of Ireland. Learn more Renew Online Renewals is now open Rene... read more..

Every Patient Deserves Good Nutritional Care

24 Jul

News for Public

David Henry

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Every Patient Deserves Good Nutritional Care

Every Patient Deserves Good Nutritional Care On the 24th May, the ‘Call to Action’ document was launched - "Every Patient Deserves Good Nutritional Care", which outlines five key recommendation... read more..

24 Jul

News for Public

David Henry

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140,000 are put at risk every year

Patient Groups & International Nutrition Experts Call on Irish Government. Patient Organisations attending Dublin conference on the impact of malnutrition join in call for Government to implement... read more..

24 Jul

News for Public

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A Vision for Childhood Obesity Services

The INDI launched a Vision for Childhood Obesity Policy and Services at the launch of Nourish Children Week on the 15th of April this year. The key components are as follows; • Nee... read more..

Osteoporosis: A Nutrition Fact Sheet for Health Professionals

21 Jun

News for Public

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Osteoporosis: A Nutrition Fact Sheet for Health Professionals

Nutrition has long been established as a key factor in building and maintaining bone strength. While calcium and vitamin D are crucial nutrients for bone health, energy, protein and other vitamins and... read more..

21 Jun

Eating to Support Good Health

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All About Body Mass Index

Are you a healthy weight? With 66% of Irish adults currently overweight or obese, more and more of us are paying attention to our weight. But how much is too much? What if I weigh too little? Wh... read more..

21 Jun

Diseases allergies and medical conditions

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Home Enteral Nutrition Resource Pack

Enteral tube feeding in the community can be a challenging task for the patient, their carer and the multi-disciplinary team managing the patient. Furthermore standards of care and practice, as well a... read more..

21 Jun

News for Public

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Training for the Marathon?

Food and Fluids for your Marathon. The Dublin City Marathon 2013 is fast approaching and the months of diligent training are finally coming to an end. You will no doubt have been ensuring that your read more..

Food For Sport: What a Sportsperson Should Eat

20 Jun

Sports and exercise nutrition

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Food For Sport: What a Sportsperson Should Eat

WHAT SHOULD A SPORTSPERSON EAT? Both athletes and non athletes need the same nutrients... carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins, mineral and water, but they need to consume them in dif read more..

Bord Iascaigh Mhara: Fish from Tots to Teens

20 Jun

Children's health

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Bord Iascaigh Mhara: Fish from Tots to Teens

GETTING STARTED ON HEALTHY EATING As adults, most of us know about the health benefits of eating fish. We know that it is a low fat food that’s useful if we’re trying to lose weight and that ... read more..

20 Jun

Sports and exercise nutrition

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Food for Fitness

WHAT SHOULD A SPORTSPERSON EAT? Both athletes and non-athletes need the same nutrients . . . carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins, minerals and water, but they need to consume them in differe... read more..

Overweight and Obesity: Talking to Children About Their Body Weight

20 Jun

Children's health

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Overweight and Obesity: Talking to Children About Their Body Weight

WHAT'S AN IDEAL WEIGHT FOR A GROWING CHILD? Children are growing in height all the time from birth until puberty ends and so their ideal weight depends on their height at the time of measurem... read more..

How to Access Dietetic Services: A Guide for Parents and Guardians

20 Jun

Children's health

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2 min read

How to Access Dietetic Services: A Guide for Parents and Guardians

If you have concerns about your child’s diet and/or weight, ask your GP, practice nurse or public health nurse for more information and guidance. They will be able to check your child’s height and wei... read more..

Promoting a Positive Body Image to Children: A Practical Guide for Parents

20 Jun

Children's health

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Promoting a Positive Body Image to Children: A Practical Guide for Parents

Children and teens need to feel happy about their body shape and size and to learn that there is more to their bodies than just how they look. • Parents say things like “My thighs are huge!”; “I have... read more..

Breastfeeding Information and Resources Guide

20 Jun

Children's health

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Breastfeeding Information and Resources Guide

The World Health Organisation recommends that infants should be exclusively breastfed for the first six months of life to achieve optimal growth, development and health. The introduction of complement... read more..

A Good Practice Guide for Breakfast Clubs

20 Jun

Children's health

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2 min read

A Good Practice Guide for Breakfast Clubs

Breakfast clubs were first set up to combat poverty and malnourishment in disadvantaged communities. Since their development, research indicates that breakfast clubs are more than a means of providing... read more..

Nutrition and Diet for Children and Adults with Down syndrome

20 Jun

Disability

Louise Reynolds

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Nutrition and Diet for Children and Adults with Down syndrome

Eating a healthy and balanced diet is important for people with Down syndrome. It will ensure they are receiving the correct nutrients and prevent long term health conditions. This factsheet covers nu... read more..

19 Jun

Teenager’s Health

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Drinks for Teenagers

FLUID AND HYDRATION - HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH? The amount of fluid a teenager needs depends on a number of things including; teenager's age; weight; body fat; physical activity and exercise;... read more..

Fuel your Body for Sports: The Teenage Sportsperson

19 Jun

Teenager’s Health

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2 min read

Fuel your Body for Sports: The Teenage Sportsperson

FIND OUT WHAT YOUR BODY NEEDS As a teenage athlete, your active lifestyle and growing body means you have special nutritional needs. You need to start with the bascis of a healthy and varied ... read more..

19 Jun

Disability

Louise Reynolds

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5 min read

Cerebral Palsy Fact Sheet

Introduction Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a neurological disorder. It is caused by an injury to the developing brain, occurring before, during or shortly after birth. CP affects an individual’s movement, m... read more..

Dietary Considerations for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus

19 Jun

Disability

Louise Reynolds

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6 min read

Dietary Considerations for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus

What is Spina Bifida? Spina Bifida (SB) is a condition that affects the spine and is usually apparent at birth. It is a type of neural tube defect and occurs when the spine fails to develop fully in ... read more..

19 Jun

Disability

Louise Reynolds

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The Role of a Dietitian in the Disability Setting

What is a Dietitian? A dietitian is a qualified and regulated health professional who assesses, diagnoses and treats dietary and nutritional problems at an individual and wider public-health level. ... read more..

18 Jun

Bone and Joint Health

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Diet and Arthritis

Arthritis is a painful condition caused by inflammation of the joints and comes in many different forms including rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA). Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chroni... read more..

18 Jun

Cancer

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Irish Cancer Society: Reduce your risk of cancer by taking three positive steps

You have the power to reduce your cancer risk by one-third by eating a healthy diet, being physically active and being a healthy weight. This 3-step guide will help you achieve a healthier lifestyle ... read more..