Nutrition Guidance for the Three Leading Chronic Diseases of Older Adults

Continuing Education Units Webinar

On Thursday, January 26, 2023, Right at Home is sponsoring a free webinar, “Nutrition Guidance for the Three Leading Chronic Diseases of Older Adults,” presented by Shannon Muhs.

Nutrition plays a vital role in our overall health, and has the power to help prevent or delay the progression of chronic diseases such as dementia, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, arthritis and cancer.

So many messages exist about food and nutrition, and it’s hard to know what to believe and what to apply to ourselves or our loved ones. This webinar provides nutrition guidance for three leading chronic diseases that affect individuals in our country. The discussion covers barriers to eating well, opportunities to improve one’s diet, and the impact of nutrient-rich foods and eating patterns on those living with dementia, hypertension and diabetes.

Participants in this webinar will be able to:

• Identify key components of a nutrient-rich eating pattern.
• Identify opportunities for improving one’s diet to help prevent or delay the progression of chronic diseases.
• Identify food examples of key nutrients to incorporate into one’s eating pattern to help mitigate progression of certain diseases.

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About the presenter:

Shannon Muhs, MS, RDN, LMNT, LD, LDN, LN, CD

Shannon Muhs grew up on a farm in Nebraska and attended the University of Nebraska – Lincoln, where she obtained her bachelor’s and master’s degrees to become a registered dietitian. In her practice, she uses evidenced-based nutrition education and behavioral modification techniques to empower positive health changes in her clients. She has completed certified training programs for adult weight management, the Monash FODMAP IBS program, and wellness coaching. Shannon’s work focuses include worksite wellness for local companies and nutrition counseling for all ages to help treat diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), eating disorders and weight management. She was chosen as Nebraska’s Outstanding Registered Dietitian in 2020 and Omaha’s Outstanding Dietitian in 2014. Shannon is involved in a specialty practice group called Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine, whose core philosophy centers on a holistic, personalized approach to health and healing.

*This webinar is designed for professionals and family caregivers. Eligible professionals can claim ONE FREE CE credit within 60 days of the live webinar by attending the live event or watching the recorded program. Your credit will be emailed within 30 days of survey submission. For a list of approved accreditation providers and other information, visit https://asaging.org/ceu-information.