Nutrition professionals in cyberspace: getting wired for the new millennium

In all of the challenges the Internet poses, there are many exciting opportunities for nutrition professionals. The Internet is creating job possibilities and new opportunities for better communication with clients. It also provides a medium for innovative resource development and creative new programs to influence consumers, a need stated by The American Dietetic Association's position paper on nutrition education for the public (7). However, this information revolution require good communication, scholarly discussions, advocacy for quality, and rigorous evaluation by nutrition professionals to meet the challenges put forth.