Posts Tagged ‘groceries’
Dietitian’s top five super foods: Episode 137
One dietitian with three decades of experience believes RDNs must be a part debunking nutrition myths and overcoming food bullying so people can enjoy food. “My body is not a trend.”
Read MoreFood 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 MoreDo dollar stores help meet dietary needs? Episode 132
Would consumers be healthier with fewer dollar stores? While the plethora of expanding bargain chains across the country offer fewer nutrient-dense choices than other food retailers, Dr. Sean Cash says some consumers benefit from having dollar stores nearby.
Read MoreBig bad agriculture: a transparent look at their science & safety
The biggest misconception about my work is that agriculture companies place pesticides or biotech products on the market without testing them for safety. The fact is that agriculture is one of the most strictly regulated and thoroughly investigated industries in the world. Agriculture companies must strictly follow local and international regulatory guidelines and conduct hundreds of safety studies before launching a product.
Read MoreFood labels & nutrition choices driven by dollars: Episode 121
What’s the relationship between front-of-package food labeling and consumer choice, and how can it potentially impact grocery prices? Policies can discourage consumption of less nutrient-dense foods (such as taxation) versus those that focus on access (making more nutritious food more accessible and less nutritious food less accessible), as well as the potential confusion caused by nutrition facts panels, says Dr. Chen Zhen.
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