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People Talk

“Last year the food at the Polo

Grill Annual Dinner was FABULOUS!”

Margaret Adams

"Every job I ever obtained was through dietetic association networking groups. As a transplant from Illinois, being a part of the  MAND network has furthered my career by giving me leadership and job opportunities.   It is also a great way to develop new friends and stay in touch with my old friends!"

Debbie Yates

The doctor of the future will give no medication, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease. 
- Thomas A Edison

 Tell me what you eat and I will tell you who you are.

- Brillat Savarin

 One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.

- Virginia Woolf

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. The Academy is committed to improving the nation's health and advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education and advocacy.

Our Mission—Empowering members to be food and nutrition leaders


Our Vision—Optimizing the nation's health through food and nutrition

 My weaknesses have always been bread and men - in that order.

- Dolly Parton

Welcome to the Manasota Academy                         of Nutrition and Dietetics

“Since I am new to my profession and new to the area as well, I

have found MAND to be an invaluable resource. ”

Lindsey Petersen

“I've always been involved in

local organizations.  I really like

this group - everyone is friendly

and professional. ”

Lynne VanBuskirk

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Your Board Members hard at work!!

A TOTALLY DELISH February meeting!

      We had a fresh and delicious cooking    demonstration from local chef, Craig Chasky

This site will no longer be in operation as of November 30, 2017. Please visit the SAND website for Academy updates and regional membership information. 

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