Abstract
Consumer use and interest in herbs and dietary supplements are increasing; therefore, educational initiatives are necessary to prepare dietetics professionals to function effectively as complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)/integrative nutrition specialists. This study is an assessment of dietetic interns' knowledge of herbs and dietary supplements using an Internet-based curriculum. The study also investigates CAM-related educational background and evaluates interns' attitudes and confidence in counseling clients on herbs and dietary supplements. Only 52% of participants reported that their education enabled them to locate and utilize reputable resources to assist them in answering client questions regarding herbs and dietary supplements. Educational efforts emphasizing increased awareness and access to reputable resources are necessary.