List date(s) this work was published or aired.
Feb-11
Provide a brief synopsis of the story or stories, including any significant findings.
HR 3590, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, includes a mandate that calorie information be posted at the point of purchase for vending machine snacks and standard menu items at certain types of restaurants. The articles discusses this mandate, how registered dietitians (RDs) can provide this nutrient data in a number of contexts, and the nutrient calculation software programs available to aid in this endeavor.
Explain types of documents, data or Internet resources used. Were FOI or public records act requests required? How did this affect the work?
A full list of references is presented at the end of the article, but the author used public records, peer-reviewed journals, and web resources.
Explain types of human sources used.
The author utilized information from an individual that is an expert in the field of nutrition and dietetics and also deals with nutrient analysis software. Since the Journal is a peer-reviewed Journal we utilize experts in the field of nutrition and dietetics as well as members of the organization.
Results:
No measurable results were observed from this article.
Follow-up (if any). Have you run a correction or clarification on the report or has anyone come forward to challenge its accuracy? If so, please explain.
One reader came forward and requested that we add more software programs to the list in the article because he or she did not feel it was complete.
Advice to other journalists planning a similar story or project.
Try to provide as much information as possible within the constraints you are given and remain unbiased.