The Philippine Society of Nutritionist-Dietitians (PSND), Inc. is a dynamic organization of professionals in the field of nutrition and dietetics and other allied disciplines. PSND has the vision of being a vital partner in ensuring food and nutrition security. Its mission is to advance the development of ND professionals’ competencies, values, service and practice to face food and nutrition security challenges.

PSND, Inc. was established in 1972 as Philippine Government Dietitian and Nutritionist (PGDN). The first president was Mrs. Adelisa Cifra-Ramos who also helped set up the Nutrition Service at the Department of Health prior to the establishment of PGDN. PSND aimed for the upgrading of the nutritionist’ position as a separate profession and not as an allied medical personnel. PGDN became PSDN, and to PSND, Inc. to accommodate the clamor of Nutritionist-Dietitians from private institutions to be part of the organization.
Through the years, PSND was led by the following presidents: Mrs. Flora Domingo, Dr. Cecilia A. Florencio, Dr. Rachel Fajardo, Dr. Carmencita Loyola, Dr. Corazon Barba, Dr. Catherine Q. Castaneda, Assistant Secretary of Health Maria-Bernardita T. Flores, Dr. Antonia Tuazon, Dr. Imelda Agdeppa, Ma. Ofelia B. Reyes, Dr. Normahitta P. Gordoncillo, Dr. Ma. Veritas F. Luna, Ms. Angelina R. Bustos and Ms. Natalie V. Pulvinar. At present, the president is Ms. Ma. Cristina B. Sison.

The PSND implements activities and services such as continuing education through conventions, symposia, trainings and other activities; offers technical assistance to various groups; conducts several community outreach activities; nutrition counseling; trainings and seminars in nutrition; and continuing education for nutritionist-dietitians and professionals in related fields. The annual convention is a prioritized activity of the organization.

The organization is comprised mostly of NDs. Members attend annual conventions held in various regions of the country. The board members, with the help and guidance of its advisers and ex-officio member, plan and implement the annual event. The convention brings resource speakers closer to members and provides members the opportunity to interact with them and learn new information that relates to their work and conduct as professionals. It also serves as venue for its members, local chief executives, health/nutrition workers and development planning officers to update and upgrade their knowledge and renew their commitment to the nutrition and dietetics field in the country.