Hi Reader!

This month, I’m turning to YOU to help with something meaningful. I’ve created a short survey about job satisfaction in our profession, and I’d love to hear your thoughts. Whether you’re a dietitian, media enthusiast, or someone looking to elevate your voice in the media, your input matters.

By sharing your perspective, you’ll contribute to a clearer picture of our challenges and opportunities—and as a thank you, one lucky participant will win a free webinar from the Today's Dietitian Library.

👉 The link to the survey is HERE and details are below. 🙏🏻

In this issue, I’m also thrilled to share that I had the honor of being a panelist for U.S. News' Best Diets 2024 issue. This experience gave me unique insights into how media rankings shape public perceptions of nutrition, and I’m sharing some key takeaways with you.

🎙️ Podcast Highlight: Don’t miss this episode with the brilliant Jackie London, where we talk about busting nutrition myths, calling out misinformation, and finding your niche in media. Jackie’s energy and expertise are as inspiring as they are actionable.

📚 Media Stories You’ll Love (see links below).

📖 What I’m Reading: A few fascinating stories caught my eye this week— must-reads for anyone working in nutrition or media.

Thank you for being part of this community. Your feedback, engagement, and support are what make these conversations so meaningful. Let’s work together to elevate our profession and our media presence as we head into the New Year.

Cheers to a productive, exciting, and media-savvy New Year!

Bon

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Honored, humbled and happy to give my opinions!

Although I don’t believe there’s a single “BEST” diet for everyone, I was honored to be a panelist for U.S. News & World Report’s Best Diets for 2025! I was thrilled to be able to weigh in (pardon the pun) and help evaluate diets that were not only suited to help people lose weight, but also to help them control health conditions. Let’s not forget that a “diet” is not just about weight loss—it’s about what we eat, why we eat, how we eat, and how much we eat. It’s about finding a plan that supports your health, happiness, and lifestyle.

The new weight loss drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound, and Mounjaro can enhance weight loss efforts, but let’s be clear—they’re not a magic fix or a replacement for healthy eating and exercise. In fact, studies show these medications work best when paired with a nutritious diet and an active lifestyle—not just for better results, but also for maintaining a stable weight over time without the ups and downs of a rollercoaster or yo-yo effect.

🌟This year, alongside top doctors and registered dietitians, we evaluated 38 popular diets across 20 categories—from heart health and diabetes management to weight loss and plant-based eating. Familiar favorites like the Mediterranean and DASH diets continue to shine, but new additions, like the Cleveland Clinic diet, offer even more personalized options.

📊 We’ve created rankings and in-depth profiles to help you find the best fit for YOUR health goals. Our rankings and in-depth profiles offer tools to separate nutrition fact from fad, complete with meal plans, tips, and research-backed insights.

🗣️Now it’s your turn: Do you agree with the rankings? Are you glad your eating style is reflected in our top choices or do you think your favorite diet was overlooked? 🤷🏻‍♀️
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I Asked, Please answer:

Question:

How can we help dietitians feel happier personally, professionally and financially?

Answer:

So this Q&A is different than any other I have posted because this time, I am asking YOU to help me answer a question!

Several months ago, after hearing complaints from colleagues, out of curiosity, I asked a pivotal question to a Facebook group: “Would you choose to become a dietitian again, and if not, why?” The response was overwhelming, with over 350 dietitians commenting and sparking an eye-opening discussion. Your responses have motivated me to dig deeper for a presentation I'm preparing on the evolving landscape of our profession.

Please take part in the "The State of Dietetics: Career Perspectives Survey" and contribute your valuable insights. Your experiences are crucial in understanding the shifts needed for identifying the necessary transformations to enhance our field. Your responses will be completely anonymous, ensuring you can speak freely and frankly.

Bonus: As a thank you for your time, participants will be entered into a drawing to win a live or recorded webinar of their choice from the Today's Dietitian Library.

Your voice can drive significant change and help redefine our field. Click the link to have your say: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1YobqjjuX5MvAmJpxvEvMn6uci2AYJm4o9xTDJQx3GqI/edit

Thank you so much for your valuable contributions! 🙏🏻

And because you’re part of my BTD Media Makers crew, you’ve got something even better—direct access to me! 🙋🏻‍♀️ Just hit Reply with your burning questions, and I’ll personally help you get unstuck. (Have you tried this yet? What are you waiting for?!)

🌟 One of the easiest, least expensive ways to get your name in the news and become a valuable resource for media is just a click away: Btdmedia.teachable.tcom/p/media-masterclass 🌟 You'll also get lots of bonuses including a workbook, a media makeup guide, an audio-video handout and a perfect pitch tip sheet.

Need some help with knowing what to pitch? Don't miss out on your free copies of the Better Than Dieting News Digest HERE . You'll see the exact topics, titles and quotes journalists are looking for.

Jaclyn London Joined my Media Savvy Podcast to Shatter the Shams because it’s time to explode nutrition myth-information!! 💥

👉 Meet Jaclyn London, the myth-busting magician who’s ready to blow up the biggest nutrition myths and diet deceptions! 🚫

Jackie isn’t just talkin’ the talk; she’s detonating the falsehoods that cloud the truth about health and wellness that spread across social media like ink on a paper towel! Whether you’re a die-hard nutrition nerd or a newcomer looking to clear the confusion, this episode is your gateway to becoming a well-informed, myth-busting maven. 🌟

If you follow @jaclynlondonrd you’ll know what I mean! She’s ballsy and brilliant and in this episode she’s sharing her story about what it feels like to take on bogus “influencers”.

🎧 Tune in to hear Jackie’s tips that will empower YOU to become a beacon of accuracy across the social media sea of misinformation. This episode is your ultimate guide to cultivating credibility in ANY field. 🌟

And do you think Jackie ever gets nervous about exposing these people and their fake messages? 🤷🏻‍♀️You’ll have to tune in to hear what she says! 🤔

👉Listen to Media Savvy with Bonnie Taub-Dix on your favorite podcast channel and YouTube or check links below.

📢 Share this with someone who’s ready for a reality check!

Hey — are you ready to get Media Savvy? 🤷🏻‍♀️

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