2024 - Monthly Archive

INDI Fresenius Kabi Research Symposium 2025: Call for Abstracts and Nominations Now Open!

27 Nov

News for Public

Louise Reynolds

413

INDI Fresenius Kabi Research Symposium 2025: Call for Abstracts and Nominations Now Open!

We are delighted to announce that the 10th Annual INDI Fresenius Kabi Research Symposium will take place in TUD on Wednesday May 14th 2025 and the call for Abstracts is now open! Nominations are al read more..

21 Nov

Healthy Ageing

Louise Reynolds

50

Eating Well to Support your Memory

Mediterranean style diet may help reduce the risk for Alzheimer’s dementia or slow cognitive decline. 8 Steps to a Mediterranean Eating Style. Eating Well to Support your Memory... read more..

21 Nov

Healthy Ageing

Louise Reynolds

69

Sarcopenia & Protein

What is Protein? Protein is a nutrient found in many foods and drinks, which the body needs to grow and repair cells. Proteins are made up of building blocks (amino acids) that link together in diffe... read more..

Supporting the Older Person Stay Hydrated

21 Nov

Healthy Ageing

Louise Reynolds

32

Supporting the Older Person Stay Hydrated

The Older Person can be more at risk of dehydration which can lead to: Headache Confusion Falls Pressure Sores Acute Kidney Injury Constipation Dizziness UTI Top Tips to Support Hydration... read more..

21 Nov

Healthy Ageing

Louise Reynolds

41

What is sarcopenia

Age related loss of muscle mass Loss of muscle strength Loss of muscle quality What is sarcopenia read more..

21 Nov

Healthy Ageing

Louise Reynolds

61

Poor appetite among the Older Adults

Loss of appetite is common among older adults. Different factors can cause it so we need to know how to identify & treat it. Up to 30% of older adults have reduced appetite/food intake. Common C... read more..

21 Nov

Healthy Ageing

Louise Reynolds

63

Constipation

Everyone has a different bowel habit, and knowing what is normal for you is important. Constipation... read more..

Am I well hydrated (previously am I Drinking Enough)

21 Nov

Healthy Ageing

Louise Reynolds

64

Am I well hydrated (previously am I Drinking Enough)

The clock shows suitable foods and drinks which are good for hydration. These can be included with each meal and snack during the day. Am I well hydrated... read more..

21 Nov

Healthy Ageing

Louise Reynolds

64

Healthy Eating Older Persons

For older adults in good health, a healthy varied diet can help nourish your body and keep you strong. Aim for 3 meals and 2-3 snacks each day. Remember to drink enough fluids throughout the day. Ma... read more..

Eat Well to Support your Memory Dietsheet

21 Nov

Healthy Ageing

Louise Reynolds

68

Eat Well to Support your Memory Dietsheet

Evidence suggests that following a Mediterranean or similar diet can help support your memory, may help reduce the risk for Alzheimer’s dementia or slow cognitive decline. The Mediterranean diet is a ... read more..

13 Oct

Join

David Henry

1030

Renew your INDI Membership

The INDI is open to all registered dietitians and the membership categories and subscription rates are outlined below: Full Members living in Ireland: €360.00 Overseas Full Member: €100.00 Non Pr... read more..

SAVE THE DATE: Practice Placement Education Update

01 Aug

News for Public

Louise Reynolds

4943

SAVE THE DATE: Practice Placement Education Update

Save the Date: Friday September 20th 2024 We are holding another meeting for all Dietitian managers (and their practice educators) on Friday September 20th to discuss practi read more..

Increase in malnutrition among patients entering hospital

02 Jul

News for Public

Louise Reynolds

5367

Increase in malnutrition among patients entering hospital

Increase in malnutrition among patients entering hospital Patient nutrition now better managed within hospitals Mandatory malnutrition screening should be extended to all oncology settings read more..

10 Jun

News for Public

Louise Reynolds

5781

INDI Statement of Values 2024

The Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute (INDI) is the nationally recognised independent professional association for over 900 registered dietitians/ dietetic students in Ireland. INDI restructure read more..

11 Mar

News for Public

Louise Reynolds

11672

Renal Nutrition Course 2

We are delighted to announce that Renal Nutrition Course 2: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Stages 3b to 5 (not on kidney replacement therapy)is now open. This course has been devel read more..

**NEW** Patient Guide for Living with Arthritis

04 Mar

News for Public

Louise Reynolds

7527

NEW Patient Guide for Living with Arthritis

A new guide for patients living with arthritis is now available on Arthritis Ireland's website. Covering exercise, stress, nutrition, sleep, goal setting, sleep and an overall lifestyle medicine app read more..

What to do when experiencing a flare of IBD: Factsheet 3

29 Feb

Digestive Health

Louise Reynolds

702

What to do when experiencing a flare of IBD: Factsheet 3

Introduction A flare is the reappearance or worsening of symptoms experienced with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. This resource provides information on dietary changes which may& read more..

Diets Used in the Management of Adults with IBD: Factsheet 2

29 Feb

Digestive Health

Louise Reynolds

592

Diets Used in the Management of Adults with IBD: Factsheet 2

Introduction Nutritional interventions have been shown to help the overall management of IBD by: Maintaining good nutrition for optimal energy and weight Helping to induce and maint read more..

What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease? Factsheet 1

29 Feb

Digestive Health

Louise Reynolds

743

What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease? Factsheet 1

What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is an umbrella term for a group of conditions that cause chronic inflammation in parts of the digestive tract. The read more..

Supporting your child to learn to eat new foods

27 Feb

Disability

David Henry

597

Supporting your child to learn to eat new foods

Research shows that approximately 80% of young autistic children are selective eaters, and 95% are resistant to trying new foods. This can cause parents a considerable amount of worry and stress. E read more..

15 Feb

Public

David Henry

5562

Online Renewals

Online Renewal is now open for 2024/25 All current members can now renew online. All renewing members should login and click the Renew Online links as normal. Current Members ... read more..

10 Jan

News for Public

Louise Reynolds

10025

NEW Vitamin D Resources

The Department of Health, in association with Healthy Ireland and with support from FSAI, safefood and the INDI has launched new guidance on Vitamin D supplements. The resources include a flyer for read more..

09 Jan

Public

David Henry

836

Stripe card update

Due to an issue with our new subscription system your card details were not stored for Monthly Payments. We are now asking affected members to update their card details. Once updated, monthly paymen... read more..

09 Jan

Public

David Henry

392

Stripe card update Partial Payments

Due to an issue with our new subscription system your card details were not stored. We are now asking affected members to update their card details. Once updated, payments will resume as normal. Yo... read more..

08 Jan

Disability

David Henry

456

Importance of Meal Time routines

Promoting Healthy Eating Habits for Children The Importance of Mealtime Routines Promoting_Healthy_Eating_Habits_for_Children_-_The_Importance_of_Mealtime_routines.pdf... read more..

Does my child need a vitamin or mineral supplement?

08 Jan

Disability

David Henry

472

Does my child need a vitamin or mineral supplement?

https://www.indi.ie/24c6fb16-120a-4404-bd8c-8c11e0b0d1f4" Does my child need a vitamin and mineral supplement? Your Paediatric Dietitian may recommend giving your child a multivitamin ... read more..

Understanding Eating through the lens of your child

08 Jan

Disability

David Henry

448

Understanding Eating through the lens of your child

Understanding the experience of eating through the lens of your child Eating is a very complex task. We use each of our 8 senses (sight, smell, sound, touch, taste, interoceptive, vestibular a... read more..