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Dietetics with Dana

Dana J. Fryer, MS, RDN, CNSC

This podcast is for dietitian students, dietetic interns and RD eligible RD2Be's who are planning to take the Registered Dietitian Exam. In this weekly podcast we will cover exam practice questions and questions from students posted in my Facebook page Registered Dietitian Exam Study Group with Dana, RD. Join the live version every Sunday at 8p EST on the Facebook page. Looking for more support? Dana offers 1:1 tutoring, small group tutoring classes and recorded tutoring sessions. Learn more at www.danajnutrition.com/tutoring.
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  • S5 · E311
    October 20 · 8 min

    311. RD Exam Changes Coming January 1, 2027

    Send us a message! If you’ve been hearing mixed messages about the 2027 dietetics exam, you’re not alone. Some students are panicking about big changes, while others are wondering whether it’s smarter to wait. The truth is more manageable than the rumors suggest: the exam is changing, but the core structure is staying the same! Be sure to register for our free RD Exam Prep Masterclass which includes a 1 hr class breaking down these changes, study tips and answering student questions!

  • S5 · E310
    October 10 · 18 min

    310. Practice Questions: Management Tips, Vocab Tips, Confidence and more!

    Send us a message! In this episode we will be covering Facebook Live Questions 9/28-10/4/26 from Dana's free Facebook Group Registered Dietitian Exam Study Group with Dana RD! Start your free trial here. Grab the Practice Question Grading Log here. Join the RD Exam Prep Mastery Program for access to the Situational Practice Questions, Key Topics Review, Vocab Classes, Wed 8pest Group tutoring , study guides and a new trouble area video each week! Need a Crash Course before your exam? Check out the 5 part Pre-Exam Crash Course: Key Topics Review. Get the free RD Exam Prep Masterclass here. test out the recorded classes with the Free Trial. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • S5 · E307
    October 7 · 14 min

    307. Practice Questions: When to Change Exam Date, Medications to Know, Community Programs and more!

    Send us a message! In this episode we will be covering Facebook Live Questions 9/14-9/20/26 from Dana's free Facebook Group Registered Dietitian Exam Study Group with Dana RD! Start your free trial here. Grab the Practice Question Grading Log here. Join the RD Exam Prep Mastery Program for access to the Situational Practice Questions, Key Topics Review, Vocab Classes, Wed 8pest Group tutoring , study guides and a new trouble area video each week! Need a Crash Course before your exam? Check out the 5 part Pre-Exam Crash Course: Key Topics Review. Get the free RD Exam Prep Masterclass here. test out the recorded classes with the Free Trial. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • S5 · E308
    October 7 · 23 min

    308. Practice Questions: EP/AP Questions, Dialysis MNT, Building Confidence and more!

    Send us a message! In this episode we will be covering Facebook Live Questions 9/21-9/27/26 from Dana's free Facebook Group Registered Dietitian Exam Study Group with Dana RD! Start your free trial here. Grab the Practice Question Grading Log here. Join the RD Exam Prep Mastery Program for access to the Situational Practice Questions, Key Topics Review, Vocab Classes, Wed 8pest Group tutoring , study guides and a new trouble area video each week! Need a Crash Course before your exam? Check out the 5 part Pre-Exam Crash Course: Key Topics Review. Get the free RD Exam Prep Masterclass here. test out the recorded classes with the Free Trial. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • October 7 · 7 min

    309. Program Recommendations for Students with a 24 on the RD Exam

    Send us a message! A great program to work on the application after getting a 22-24 is the RD Exam Mastery Membership. This program is $145/month and includes: Situational Practice Questions Bundle -10 classes (4 week access) Vocabulary Review Classes - 7 questions (4 week access) 4 Wed 8pest Group tutoring Pre-Exam: key Topic Review (5 classes) Trouble Area of the Week Add on sessions available Want to try the situational questions? Watch the first lesson in the 3 day free trial! Check out sample schedules for the members and other programs here

  • S5 · E306
    September 21 · 28 min

    Episode 306: Interview with Robbins, MS, RDN, LDN (School Nutrition)

    Send us a message! Interested in school nutrition but don’t know what the career actually looks like? In this episode, our guest, Ashley Robbins, MS, RDN, LDN, school nutrition dietitian, shares her nontraditional path into dietetics, what it’s like working in school nutrition, and advice for students exploring different career paths. Ashley Robbins, MS, RDN, LDN, is a Registered Dietitian and school nutrition leader with East Central ISD in San Antonio, Texas. She specializes in menu planning, nutrition education, employee training, and innovative marketing strategies that increase student participation in school meal programs. Ashley is a nationally recognized speaker and award-winning school nutrition professional who is passionate about creating healthy, appealing meals for students while helping school nutrition teams thrive through creativity, leadership, and innovation. Reach out to Ashley via email at ashley.robbins@ecisd.net or on LinkedIn for any advice or further questions about school nutrition! Resources: School Nutrition Association SNA membership Texas Association for School Nutrition TASN Texas Department of Agriculture Texas Dept of Ag

  • S5 · E305
    September 14 · 17 min

    305. Practice Questions: Best Exam Time, Bristol Stool Chart, Burn Out and more!

    Send us a message! In this episode we will be covering Facebook Live Questions 9/7-9/13/26 from Dana's free Facebook Group Registered Dietitian Exam Study Group with Dana RD! Start your free trial here. Grab the Practice Question Grading Log here. Join the RD Exam Prep Mastery Program for access to the Situational Practice Questions, Key Topics Review, Vocab Classes, Wed 8pest Group tutoring , study guides and a new trouble area video each week! Need a Crash Course before your exam? Check out the 5 part Pre-Exam Crash Course: Key Topics Review. Get the free RD Exam Prep Masterclass here. test out the recorded classes with the Free Trial. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • S5 · E304
    September 9 · 18 min

    304. Practice Questions: Tips After a Failed Attempt, Can Sizes, Grading Practice Exams and more!

    Send us a message! In this episode we will be covering Facebook Live Questions 8/30-9/6/26 from Dana's free Facebook Group Registered Dietitian Exam Study Group with Dana RD! Start your free trial here. Grab the Practice Question Grading Log here. Join the RD Exam Prep Mastery Program for access to the Situational Practice Questions, Key Topics Review, Vocab Classes, Wed 8pest Group tutoring , study guides and a new trouble area video each week! Need a Crash Course before your exam? Check out the 5 part Pre-Exam Crash Course: Key Topics Review. Get the free RD Exam Prep Masterclass here. test out the recorded classes with the Free Trial. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • S5 · E303
    September 7 · 12 min

    303. Practice Questions: 2027 Exam Changes, Tips for Parents, Using Inman and more!

    Send us a message! In this episode we will be covering Facebook Live Questions 8/24-8/30/26 from Dana's free Facebook Group Registered Dietitian Exam Study Group with Dana RD! Start your free trial here. Grab the Practice Question Grading Log here. Join the RD Exam Prep Mastery Program for access to the Situational Practice Questions, Key Topics Review, Vocab Classes, Wed 8pest Group tutoring , study guides and a new trouble area video each week! Need a Crash Course before your exam? Check out the 5 part Pre-Exam Crash Course: Key Topics Review. Get the free RD Exam Prep Masterclass here. test out the recorded classes with the Free Trial. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • S5 · E302
    August 31 · 9 min

    302. How to Take RD Exam Prep Notes

    Send us a message! In this episode Dana shares her tips for taking notes using written and video RD Exam prep resources. Grab all our free downloads here and shop all courses here. Note sure if our programs are a good fit? Start the free trial here.

  • August 19 · 17 min

    301. Practice Questions: Tips to Master MNT, When to Delay Your Exam, Management Theories and more!

    Send us a message! In this episode we will be covering Facebook Live Questions 8/10-8/16/26 from Dana's free Facebook Group Registered Dietitian Exam Study Group with Dana RD! Start your free trial here. Grab the Practice Question Log here. Join the RD Exam Prep Mastery Program for access to the Situational Practice Questions, Key Topics Review, Vocab Classes, Wed 8pest Group tutoring , study guides and a new trouble area video each week! Need a Crash Course before your exam? Check out the 5 part Pre-Exam Crash Course: Key Topics Review. Get the free RD Exam Prep Masterclass here. test out the recorded classes with the Free Trial. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • S5 · E300
    August 17 · 11 min

    Episode 300: How to Convert "Passing" Mock Exam to a 25+

    Send us a message! This solo episode celebrates the 300th episode of Dietetics with Dana and focuses on a common problem: doing well on practice exams but still not passing the real exam. Dana explains why that gap happens and walks through practical ways to improve test-day performance, confidence, and exam strategy. Apply for tutoring here. Start your free trial here and grab the grading log here.

  • S5 · E299
    August 13 · 8 min

    299. Key Supplements to Know for the RD Exam

    Send us a message! In this episode Dana reviews several of the key supplements to know for the RD Exam. Is supplements a trouble area? Grab the Medications and Supplements Bundle.

  • S5 · E298
    August 12 · 10 min

    298. Practice Questions: Obese ICU Patients, Fiber Types, Cooking Temps and more!

    Send us a message! In this episode we will be covering Facebook Live Questions 7/27-8/7/26 from Dana's free Facebook Group Registered Dietitian Exam Study Group with Dana RD! Start your free trial here. Grab the Practice Question Log here. Join the RD Exam Prep Mastery Program for access to the Situational Practice Questions, Key Topics Review, Vocab Classes, Wed 8pest Group tutoring , study guides and a new trouble area video each week! Need a Crash Course before your exam? Check out the 5 part Pre-Exam Crash Course: Key Topics Review. Get the free RD Exam Prep Masterclass here. test out the recorded classes with the Free Trial. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • August 9 · 19 min

    297. LinkedIn Tips for RD2Be's

    Send us a message! In this episode, Dana Fryer shares essential LinkedIn tips for aspiring dietitians to enhance their professional presence, network effectively, and advance their careers even before becoming licensed.

  • S5 · E296
    August 7 · 8 min

    296. Community Nutrition Program Evaluations

    Send us a message! In this episode Dana reviews 4 key evaluations to know for the RD Exam. Check out the free downloads here. Get the free RD Exam Prep Masterclass here. test out the recorded classes with the Free Trial. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • S5 · E295
    August 3 · 8 min

    295. FAQ: How Many Weeks Should I Study After a Failed Attempted?

    Send us a message! In this episode Dana shares her advice about a recommended study timeframe. Be sure to check out the samples schedule and Free RD Exam Prep Masterclass for more resources. Join the RD Exam Prep Mastery Program for access to the Situational Practice Questions, Key Topics Review, Vocab Classes, Wed 8pest Group tutoring , study guides and a new trouble area video each week! Need a Crash Course before your exam? Check out the 5 part Pre-Exam Crash Course: Key Topics Review. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • S5 · E294
    July 27 · 21 min

    294. Practice Questions: Cultural Menus, Ep/AP, Tips for 2 Weeks Before and more!

    Send us a message! In this episode we will be covering Facebook Live Questions 7/21-7/26/26 from Dana's free Facebook Group Registered Dietitian Exam Study Group with Dana RD! Start your free trial here. Grab the Practice Question Log here. Join the RD Exam Prep Mastery Program for access to the Situational Practice Questions, Key Topics Review, Vocab Classes, Wed 8pest Group tutoring , study guides and a new trouble area video each week! Need a Crash Course before your exam? Check out the 5 part Pre-Exam Crash Course: Key Topics Review. Get the free RD Exam Prep Masterclass here. test out the recorded classes with the Free Trial. Looking for additional tutoring service? Visit my website! Shop all recorded courses at https://danajfryernutritiontutoring.teachable.com

  • S5 · E293
    July 24 · 5 min

    293. How to Improve Test Taking Confidence

    Send us a message! In this episode Dana talks about skills to build up confidence and test taking strategies. Courses Mentioned in this Episode: Workshop Bundle Situational Bundle RD Exam Prep Masterclass

  • S5 · E292
    July 24 · 31 min

    292. Interview with Christina DiSegna, MS, RD, CSO, CNSC (Oncology & Private Practice Dietitian)

    Send us a message! Thinking about a career in oncology or dreaming of starting your own private practice? In this episode, our guest Christina DiSegna, MS, RD, CSO, CNSC, LDN, oncology & private practice dietitian, shares her career journey, advice for aspiring dietitians, and practical tips for building a fulfilling career while maintaining work-life balance. Christina DiSegna, MS, RD, CSO, CNSC, LDN, is a senior dietitian, a board-certified oncology specialist and a board-certified nutrition support clinician. She received her undergraduate degree at Boston College, post-graduate degrees from Tufts University and Simmons College, and completed her dietetic internship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. She has worked in clinical nutrition at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and as a cancer care specialist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. She also owns a private practice, Christina, RD, where she works with a variety of clients to help them achieve their best and healthiest lives through better relationships with food. Interested in learning more? Contact Christina at christina@christinard.com and visit her website https://christinard.com/about/ . Check out our blog post on oncology resources: https://www.danajfnutrition.com/post/favorite-resources-for-oncology-dietitians

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