NIDDA

Northern Iowa District Dietetic Association

Cerro Gordo, Emmet, Floyd, Hancock, Kossuth, Mitchell, Palo Alto, Winnebago, & Worth counties. See Winter Events...

Mission Statement

Serving the public through the promotion of optimal nutrition, health, and well-being.

Presidents Message

Text Box: Greetings and welcome to the Northern Iowa District Dietetic Association’s webpage! I find it weird and wonderful that as a relatively new Iowan, I am now representing a piece of the pie in IDA! I moved to Northern Iowa last fall to begin an amazing career, working with the bariatric and weight management populations. Moving to a new area meant making friends all over again, which can be intimidating and awkward as an adult. Local dietitians immediately took me under their wing and we found ourselves getting together outside of work to stay in touch. We thought, wouldn’t it be great to regain fellowship in our area and possibly earn some CEU’s while we’re at it? And that is where the rebirth of NIDDA began!

I can already say I’ve met several amazing friends since we’ve reinstated our chapter. Two friends in particular keep me accountable for exercise, as they are now my walking buddies! I am so eager to see what is to come and the many friendships that will blossom as a result of our efforts.

Let’s make 2011-2012 an outstanding year for NIDDA! We encourage you to take part in this great organization and find out how NIDDA can provide you with professional networking and an excuse to get out of the house!

In healthy regards,

Alyssa

2011 - 2012 NIDDA Board

President- Alyssa Rider
Public Policy Chair - Amy Kirchoff
Media Chair - Megan Conlon

With Valentines Day in mind, NIDDA members gathered in February to celebrate heart health with vegetarian-style cooking demonstrations.

Hy-Vee dietitians Amy and Megan demonstrated healthy recipes such
as spinach-quinoa bites and tofu-inspired foods that include smoothies, chocolate mousse, and to-die-for tofu lettuce wraps. Members left the meeting with food samples
and plenty of educational hand-outs focused
on heart health.

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Upcoming event : NIDDA members will be gathering for RD Day on March 14th (Wednesday) for a dinner celebration.

We will be trying out a relatively new and trendy restaurant in Mason City called "Chop." Our reservation is set for 5pm. Please nidda

notify Alyssa at ridera@mercyhealth.com that you will be attending so we can give the restaurant an accurate count. We hope to see you there!

December's NIDDA event turned out to be just what we needed: a chance to get together outside of the office and find a temporary escape from the craziness of the holidays. Several of us made it to the potluck-style event in which we shared our favorite recipes in a relaxing atmosphere.

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