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An RDN discovers misinformation posted by another RDN on a blog; the blogger's posting is not in agreement with a reputable science-based non-government organization's (NGO) recommendations and current scientific evidence. The RDN reader is familiar with the topic because he/she consults for a food company that relies on the NGO's information to support their brand messages. The RDN reader knows that the blogger is incorrect and perpetuating myths, and also worries that it could also be considered a conflict of interest for the RDN reader to correct the blogger on the site.

Case Study #4An RDN works in an outpatient care center. The client has a family history of diabetes and heart disease. He has been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes which is under control with one oral medication, diet and exercise. In addition he is on a low dose medication for hypertension. He discloses he is pursuing complementary and alternative therapies and is seeking the RDN's opinion on several supplements and therapies he is already taking. He would like information on some therapies he is thinking of using. The RDN is not familiar with these supplements or therapies and dismissed the comments.