Posts Tagged ‘dietitian RDN’
Food demons & dietitians as decongestants: Episode 134
In a sea of dis- and misinformation, what’s the most important thing dietitians can do to help consumers? Milton Stokes, Senior Director of Food and Nutrition at the International Food Information Council (IFIC), has some ideas to help RDNs cut through the congestion of information swirling around about food and nutrition. “Sometimes when we provide more…
Read MoreA.I. in your food (cattle, not computers): Episode 122
Discover how AI enhances feed efficiency, reduces environmental footprints, and contributes to a more sustainable food system, while gaining insights into supporting local agriculture for a transparent and impactful meat-buying experience.
Read MoreCows with attitude & dairy debates: Episode 106
This candid conversation covers everything from Derrick and Nicole’s mutual disdain for certain food labels and their love of ice cream to his and Michele’s friendly debate over who has the better breed of dairy cattle. RDs can glean insight on what REALLY happens on a dairy, from feeding, to animal welfare, and caring for the environment.
Read MoremRNA, myths, & why science in food matters: Episode 104
Dr. Folta emphasizes that technology has given us access to the safest, most abundant food supply in human history, and this access is worthy of appreciation – not fear. He wants dietitians to look for the evidence behind mRNA and genetics in food, rather than believing clickbait. As new technology continues to help strengthen our food system, communicating the science behind it will strengthen consumer trust.
Read MoreOvercoming GMO food OMG: Episode 94
Take the gene as a sentence in a book. Copy that sentence (gene) into another book. Now scientists can put the gene into a specific paragraph. Farmer Paul Hodgen uses this example to explain genetic modification in food. He has worked with GMOs – genetically modified organism – in both the laboratory as an agronomist, as well as farming GMO corn and soybeans.
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