Sound Bites A Nutrition Podcast

Tune in for my conversation with Dr. Bob Whitaker, the Chief Science & Technology Officer for the Produce Marketing Association as we discuss produce farming and production, food safety practices, pesticides/fertilizers, crop rotation and soil health, and innovation and traceability. This episode is a partnership with the Alliance for Food and Farming and we thank them for their sponsorship and support. Full shownotes and resources at www.SoundBitesRD.com/136

It is scientifically proven that customized approaches in weight management lead to greater engagement and behavior change than generic approaches. WW, formerly Weight Watchers, has a new program called myWW that includes an evidence-based personalized assessment asking a range of questions to guide you to a scientifically proven, customized plan that aligns with your needs. Tune in to learn more and get the full shownotes at www.SoundBitesRD.com/135. This episode is a sponsored partnership with WW.

Manuel is a well-respected and trusted voice in the health and wellness industry and one of the leading weight loss and nutrition experts in the country. His NEW book "The Essential Cookbook for Men" is for guys who want to eat healthier (and cheaper!) but aren't sure how to get started. This is more than a cookbook – it walks you through all the kitchen basics and takes you from gourmet greenhorn to seasoned chef. More info at www.SoundBitesRD.com/134

What happens during a meal is just as important as what is being served. We know WHY family dinners are good for you - this episode talks about HOW to make them happen. It doesn’t have to be perfect, it doesn’t even have to be dinner – but gathering to share something to eat, a good laugh and a great conversation is important for everyone’s well-being.

Consumers have never cared more, nor known less, about how their food is produced. The next 30 years are the most important 30 years there will ever be in the history of agriculture. That's why we need to get it right. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion about food technology and consumer attitudes, behaviors and trends with Jack Bobo, CEO of Futurity - a food foresight company. Full shownotes and resources at www.SoundBitesRD.com/132

Did you know that eggs have important nutrients for cognition, brain health and eye health? And they fit into healthy eating patterns including plant-based diets. In fact, eggs can help you absorb nutrients found in plant foods, and are an excellent delivery system for vegetables and other foods to help boost nutrition and cut down on food waste. Tune in for an update on eggs: cognition research, culinary benefits and common myths. This episode is a partnership with the Egg Nutrition Center.

Food has become a battleground where marketing claims and misinformation are used to bully and shame people about their food choices. Author and speaker Michele Payn connects the people and the science of food and farming, and brings clarity and common sense to the emotional food conversation.

Strength is physical, mental and emotional. This is part 2 in a 2-part series on strength. Today's guests are Amee Livingston and Lance Pekus. Amee is an Olympic weightlifter, food blogger and breast cancer survivor. Lance is the Cowboy Ninja from American Ninja Warrior and a cattle rancher with a degree in natural resources/environmental science. Tune in for some information and inspiration to help you find strength and be your best self.

This is a 2-part series on Strength. We discuss the principles of strength, fueling strength, and strength in action – ultimately, the strength to be your best self. My three guests are scientist Dr. Mike Roussell, food blogger Amee Livingston and cattle rancher Lance Pekus, the Cowboy Ninja.

Popular diets seem to dominate the nutrition airwaves. On today’s episode we share a basic overview of some of today’s popular diets and discuss the pros and cons of each one. We touch on these four popular diets: Keto, Atkins, Paleo and Plant-Based. Today’s guest is Dr. Taylor C. Wallace, PhD, CFS, FACN, Principal and CEO at the Think Healthy Group and an Adjunct Professor at George Mason University. He is the author of the new cookbook, Sizzling Science, and has been a paid consultant to Atkins.

“Oftentimes we think we need to be heard more than we need to listen.” – Janice Person Food brings people together feeds the soul for meaningful connection. But in today's world we often let dietary differences shift us into polarized positions. Today's guest is Janice Person, the online engagement director for Bayer Crop Science. She's a city girl turned 'agvocate' who has learned effective ways to engage in conversations online and offline, and connect people involved in farming and food.

The latest numbers from the CDC suggest that nearly 1 in 3 adults have either prediabetes or diabetes. Finding out that are the one out of three can be scary. But it’s also an opportunity to “reset,” to improve your health, and to get yourself in better shape than ever. Tune in to learn about concrete steps you can take to reduce the risk of or even reverse prediabetes and diabetes with my guest, Jill Weisenberger - dietitian, diabetes educator and 4-time author.

Tune in as we discuss the role of human milk and the key microbial colonizer of the infant gut in shaping the gut microbiota in support of growth, development, and protection of the infant during this critical period that lays the foundation for health throughout life. My guest is Dr. Anthony Thomas, Director of Nutrition Affairs for Jarrow Formulas.

Despite hearing about the health benefits of fruits and vegetables for decades, nearly 9 in 10 Americans still don’t eat enough. Rooted in behavioral science and consumer research, Have A Plant™ was created to answer the call for a dialogue that speaks to consumers' emotional food drivers and gets to the root of what all fruits and vegetables are – plants. Tune in to hear from Wendy Reinhardt Kapsak, RD and CEO of PBH, about insights and how you can join the movement. Shownotes: www.SoundBitesRD.com

Multiple studies suggest prunes may help prevent bone loss. In addition, prunes and prune juice contain fiber and naturally-occurring sorbitol, which contribute to digestive health. Shirin Hooshmand, PhD, RD is an associate professor and researcher who studies the effects of bioactive compounds in foods on bone health. This episode is sponsored by Sunsweet Growers. Shownotes & Resources at: www.SoundBitesRD.com/122