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About Us

The Massachusetts Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (MAND) supports and connects nutrition professionals across the Commonwealth. Learn more about our mission, leadership, history, and commitment to advancing the profession and improving the health of our communities.

MAND exists for its members and to promote Registered Dietitians as the best resource for food and nutrition information. The strongest asset of the organization is its members, who represent a wide range of settings and practice areas including:

 

  • Business

  • Clinical practice in hospitals and other health-care facilities

  • Consulting for food companies, corporations, public relations firms and media

  • Corporate wellness

  • Diet counseling

  • Education

  • Food and culinary arts

  • Food service management

  • Journalism

  • Medical nutrition therapy

  • Nutrition researchers

  • Private practice

  • Public health and community settings

  • Research

  • Schools

  • Sports nutrition

Consumer

Protection

Learn how MAND works to protect the public by supporting high standards for nutrition care and promoting access to qualified nutrition professionals. Explore resources related to licensure, professional qualifications, and consumer safety.

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