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As part of a pilot program at the Memphis VA, Registered Dietitians are using state-of the-art tablet computers to give nutrition education to hospitalized patients.
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My Plate: healthy presentation of protein, vegetables, starches and fruit and milk
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Fresh Fruit and Vegetables --

Did you know that buying fresh fruits and vegetables from your local farmers can help decrease pollution and provide a better source of nutrients for you? Many VA’s across the country are teaming up with Veteran Canteen Services, MOVE Groups, and Health Promotions to provide veterans with a weekly, biweekly, or monthly farmer’s market at your local medical center or CBOC. Click to learn what facilities have markets near you!

Healthy Teaching Kitchens Lead the Way to Cooking Confidence

Across the country, Nutrition and Food Services Departments in VAs are finding a way to spread kitchen confidence to Veterans. There are currently several VAs that have healthy teaching kitchens and more are planned for the future.  Read More 

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What’s on Your Plate?

 Learning how to build a healthy plate is important in maintaining weight and reaching health goals. Learn More 

Nutrition Handouts

Please see our new section on nutrition handouts.  These handouts have been developed by Registered Dietitians at VHA medical centers throughout the country.Click here to see the new handout section.

VA Nutrition and Food Service is Going Green... 

Are you looking for a quick and easy way to assess how "green" your food service operation is?  Would you like help developing a sustainable food service plan?
Then click here for the updated checklist "VHA Going Green Food Service Checklist".   (You need to have Microsoft Excel or the current viewer to view this document)

 

Veterans Nutrition Information       

Learn more about the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) progressive programs for both preventive nutrition/wellness and medical nutrition therapy (MNT) at VA health care facilities and systems throughout the nation.

The following links are for Nutrition and Food Service Professionals and college graduates looking for an accredited Dietetic Internship Program.

Dietetic Internship Programs   

Are you looking for a Dietetic Internship program?  Learn about the various VA Dietetic Internship programs available.  

Employment Opportunities in VA Nutrition and Food Service   

We are always looking for qualified and motivated applicants to join our Nutrition and Food Service Team.  Find resources and information about applying for these positions.