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Optimizing the health of Missourians through food and nutrition. The Missouri Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the largest group of nutrition professionals Registered Licensed Dietitians in the State of Missouri. The Missouri Academy is the advocate of the dietetic profession serving the public through the promotion of optimal nutrition health and well being. The Missouri Academy promotes sound nutrition to the public and monitors and responds to issues that have food nutrition and health implications.