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The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is a nonprofit health organization in the United States dedicated to the awareness, prevention, and treatment of kidney disease.
🔍 What They Do:
🔍 What They Do:
Educate the public about kidney health, risk factors, and prevention strategies.
Provide resources and support services for patients with kidney disease, those on dialysis, and individuals awaiting or recovering from kidney transplants.
Fund research into the causes, treatments, and prevention of kidney disease.
Develop clinical practice guidelines (like the well-known KDOQI Guidelines — Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative) that help healthcare providers manage and treat kidney disease.
Offer screening programs like Kidney Early Evaluation Program (KEEP) for early detection of kidney issues.
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) is the largest organization of food and nutrition professionals in the United States.
🔍 What They Do:
🔍 What They Do:
Set professional standards for dietitians and nutritionists in the U.S.
Accredit education programs for those studying to become dietitians.
Develop evidence-based nutrition guidelines and position papers.
Provide continuing education, advocacy, and networking opportunities for nutrition professionals.
Organize the annual Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE) — a major event for nutrition experts worldwide.
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