Dietitian Course: The Immune System: Sorting Fact from Fiction

THE IMMUNE SYSTEM: SORTING FACT FROM FICTION

We all want a healthy immune system, but do we really know what that means or how to go about achieving it? Every year Americans spend millions on products designed to BOOST the immune system, many of which are worthless. This webinar will explain how the immune system works and what we can do to keep it healthy and prevent illnesses. We will also take a closer look at the claims and actual efficacy of popular immune boosting supplements.

Upon successful completion of this one-hour course, the participant should be able to:

Define antigen.

Define antibody.

Explain how vaccines work.

State the efficacy of at least 3 supplements that claim to support the immune system.

Live Event Date: Feb 16, 2021

Expiration Date: Feb 16, 2024

Performance Indicators/Learning Objectives: 6.2.5, 8.3.6, 8.3.7, 10.4.4

Target Audience: RDs, DTRs, Health Professionals

Number of Credits: 1.0

Level(s): 1, 2

Total Cost: $18 ($18.00 per credit)

About the Presenter: Mary Finckenor, MA, RD, CDCES, BC-ADM, CSSD

Mary Finckenor, MA, RD, CDCES, BC-ADM, CSSD, is a Registered Dietitian with a Master’s Degree in Nutrition Education and advanced certifications in diabetes and sports dietetics.

Mary is an experienced and skilled dietitian and diabetes educator for the Cardiac Rehab Program at Morristown Medical Center. She also serves as a dietary consultant with Atlantic Health System’s Sports Health, Corporate Health, and Executive Health Programs.

A dynamic speaker with an enthusiastic and engaging style, Mary is adept at breaking down the most complex topics. She is a popular presenter on all aspects of nutrition for corporate health programs in the greater metropolitan area.