The future of Food is Medicine is promising. With the U.S. government's increased interest and the emergence of large-scale initiatives that focus on research and pilot studies, this field is experiencing a surge in momentum. Registered dietitians are poised to play a central role in shaping this landscape and driving innovation forward.

As the concept of FIM becomes more deeply ingrained in health care, we can anticipate:

• increased effort to standardize FIM interventions and best practices;
• technological advancements supporting implementation of FIM programs;
• expanded research offering insights into the efficacy, dosage, duration and delivery of FIM programs;
• growth of culinary medicine in clinical education; and
• integration and long-term funding of FIM initiatives through insurance and health care companies.