Sound Bites A Nutrition Podcast

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181: Cultural Humility & Health Literacy – Lorena Drago Jun 16, 2021

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Cultural Competency is recognizing and forming ones attitudes, believes, skills, values and levels of awareness to provide culturally-appropriate, respectful and relevant care and education – Campinha-Bacote Model

This episode explores the concepts and communication strategies within the context of, and beyond, cultural competency including cultural humility, health literacy, health beliefs, acculturation, assimilation and the globalization of food. Culturally specific communication tools for healthcare professionals are discussed to help elicit patient's health beliefs/perceptions and collect essential food and health behaviors and information.

Guest Lorena Drago MS, RDN, CDN, CDCES, specializes in providing culturally competent care and develops educational learning tools for individuals with restricted health literacy. Full shownotes and resources at www.SoundBitesRD.com/181

180: A Taste of Indian Culture & Vegetarian Cuisine – Vandana Sheth Jun 09, 2021

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Vandana Sheth is a nationally recognized and award winning registered dietitian nutritionist, certified diabetes care and education specialist, and author of the cookbook My Indian Table: Quick & Tasty Vegetarian Recipes.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

The influences and inspiration that led Vandana to the field of nutrition and vegetarian lifestyle
Insights into Indian culture and cuisine
Key ingredients for stocking your Indian kitchen
Plant-based meals and snacks in 30 minutes or less
Suggestions for success when incorporating Indian ingredients or recipes
Tips for flavorful light meals
Easy meal formulas for plant-based eating

Full shownotes and resources at www.SoundBitesRD.com/180

179: "Make Every Bite Count" for Mom, Infant & Toddler - Erin Palinski-Wade Jun 01, 2021

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This is the first time since the 1985 edition that the Dietary Guidelines for Americans provide recommendations by stage of life, from birth to older adulthood, including pregnancy and lactation. It includes guidance based upon more age-specific needs, and the call to action, "Make Every Bite Count", emphasizes focusing on nutrient-dense foods and beverages while staying within your calorie limit.

Tune in to this podcast with guest Erin Palinski-Wade, RD, CDE, LDN, CPT to learn about:

Key takeaways regarding the recently updated DGAs, focusing on maternal, infant and early childhood nutrition
The term "nutrient-dense" and its application to maternal, infant and early childhood life stages
The potential role of avocados in healthy eating patterns across the lifespan and specific attributes of avocados that are beneficial for maternal, infant and early childhood nutrition
Practical and actionable ways to incorporate nutrient-dense foods, like avocados, as part of an age- and life stage-appropriate diet

RDNs, DTRs, and CDCESs can earn 1.0 FREE CEU for listening to this podcast episode. This episode is sponsored by Fresh Avocados – Love One Today®

For more information and resources visit: https://bit.ly/34JGP5b

178: The Science & Culture of Obesity (Part 2) – Dr. Gabriel Smolarz May 19, 2021

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This two-part podcast series addresses the science and social science of obesity with a goal of changing how we see, prevent and treat obesity by helping people with obesity see their weight and weight management differently, and helping physicians and other healthcare professionals gain a more robust understanding of obesity and talk with their patients about obesity differently.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

The brain's role in appetite control and regulating food intake
The different drivers of why people eat including homeostatic eating, hedonic eating and executive function
Hormones involved in signaling the brain about hunger and satiety
How there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution for losing weight
Why physicians and other healthcare professionals need to talk to patients about obesity differently
The reality that people with obesity do not have to manage this on their own and there is hope and personalized strategies to manage weight that go beyond diet and exercise
Even just a 5-15% weight loss can improve some weight related conditions

Full shownotes and resources at: www.SoundBitesRD.com/178

177: The Science & Culture of Obesity (Part 1) – Noël Theodosiou May 12, 2021

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Despite understanding the complexities of obesity and efforts to curb obesity, rates continue to rise. Our current approach is inadequate with a siloed and mechanistic healthcare system, polarized perspectives on body acceptance and diet culture, and a lack of knowledge or access to treatment options and improved outcomes.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

How semiotics – the study of signs and symbols and their use or interpretation – can inform the obesity conversation
The impact of dominant and normalized images of obesity in today's culture
The influence of Implicit and explicit values
The many factors contributing to the gap between popular culture and clinical discourse regarding obesity
How COVID-19 has brought obesity into the spotlight and what potential implications are
Insights from social sciences to help move the obesity conversation forward and improve obesity care

Full shownotes and resources at www.SoundBitesRD.com/177

176: Exercise, Food & Weight – Nancy Clark May 05, 2021

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According to sports nutritionist Nancy Clark:

Food is fuel. Food is health. As humans, we are SUPPOSED to eat. Too many people try to "stay away" from food (especially "carbs") in their efforts to lose body fat.

People need to know that food "works"; that what and when and how they eat matters in terms of enjoying high energy, feeling good, and performing well, whether you are an athlete, fitness exerciser or "just" a busy person.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

The physiology of hunger
Why and how to "listen to your body"
The connection between weight and exercise (weight loss, weight maintenance, weight gain, disordered eating)
How COVID-19 has impacted weight and exercise
How menopause impacts weight and exercise
Fueling your body for fitness, daily activities, and "performance"
Why the fear of "carbs" could be interfering with exercise and weight management
The four food "buckets" and protein "pacing"
The importance of rest when it comes to exercise and weight
The truth about "resting cardio"
Common questions and myths about food, nutrition, exercise and weight

Full shownotes and resources: www.SoundBitesRD.com/176

175: Gut Health, Dietary Fiber & Avocados - Marisa Moore Apr 19, 2021

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Avocados are a good source of dietary fiber and provide monounsaturated fatty acids, nutrients that have been independently connected to metabolic health benefits and the gastrointestinal microbiota. A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition evaluated the impact of avocado consumption on the gut microbiota and microbial metabolites and explored the relationship between the fecal microbiota, fecal metabolites and health markers.

Tune into this episode with guest Marisa Moore MBA, RDN to learn about:

How fresh avocados, which are a good source of fiber, may play a beneficial role in gut health for adults with overweight or obesity
How gut bacteria support nutrient absorption and why dietary fiber is the fuel your gut bacteria needs to flourish
Why fiber is included as a "nutrient of concern" in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Actionable tips for boosting fiber in snacks, helpful ingredient swaps and easy-to-make recipes your gut and your taste buds will enjoy
Valuable resources to discover more about avocado nutrition, gut health and more

Registered Dietitians, Dietetic Technicians Registered, and Certified Diabetes Educators can earn 1.0 FREE CEU for listening to this podcast episode. This episode is sponsored by Fresh Avocados – Love One Today®

For more information and resources visit: https://bit.ly/3dyPTz3

174: Infant Feeding & Food Allergies – Sherry Coleman Collins Apr 15, 2021

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There's no evidence that withholding any allergen prevents food allergies, and the newly revised Dietary Guidelines for Americans reinforce that in order to reduce the risk of food allergies babies should be fed infant-safe potentially allergenic foods once they've eaten a few other complementary foods successfully – starting at around 6-months of age. This recommendation is particularly important when it comes to helping prevent peanut allergies.

Despite current research, recommendations and expert consensus, many families are still apprehensive. Yet, research shows that parents and caregivers are 47 percent more likely to introduce peanut products to their infant if it is recommended by their pediatrician or family doctor. Dietitians and other healthcare professionals have an opportunity to spread awareness of new evidence-based research in this area and help reduce parental stress around early infant feeding so that people are more likely to feed their babies in such a way that the likelihood of food allergies is reduced.

Tune in to this episode with guest Sherry Coleman Collins, MS, RDN, to learn about:

An overview of updated DGAs for infants/toddlers and pregnant women
The top 5 takeaways for pregnancy and babies from the DGAs
The top 8 food allergens
Practical tips for introducing potentially allergenic foods and peanut foods in particular
A new certification program for dietitians to learn more and follow the latest guidance on early peanut introduction

This episode is sponsored by the National Peanut Board.

Full shownotes and resources at www.SoundBitesRD.com/174

[bonus episode] 30-Minute DASH Diet Cookbook – Luis Gonzalez Mar 24, 2021

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This bonus episode is part of a series of Cookbook Conversations. These bonus episodes are shorter than the usual episodes and the discussion is focused solely on the cookbook, recipes and tips straight from the author.

Today we are "in the kitchen" with Luis Gonzalez talking about the 30-Minute DASH Diet Cookbook: Fast and Easy Recipes to Lose Weight and Reverse High Blood Pressure

Luis Gonzalez, MS, RD is an Account Coordinator at Eat Well Global where he uses evidence-based information to empower global change agents in food and nutrition. He is also the creator behind @nutritionbyphoto and enjoys creating delicious food photography for social media.

Luis Gonzalez – Website | Instagram

Do M.O.R.E. with Dinner Free Resource Kit

For more information visit: www.SoundBitesRD.com/CC2

173: Anti-Inflammation Diets – Serena Ball & Carolyn Williams Mar 17, 2021

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The science behind anti-inflammation foods and diets, such as the Mediterranean Diet, is strong. But there are some common misperceptions and other barriers that might be preventing people from embracing this healthy diet and lifestyle. Research shows that inflammation is the root driver of many chronic conditions. An anti-inflammatory eating approach can provide important benefits for people, regardless of health status, age, or condition.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

what inflammation is and what causes it
signs and symptoms of chronic inflammation
associated diseases or ailments
the relationship between food and inflammation
the top anti-inflammatory foods
common misperceptions about the Mediterranean Diet
healthy kitchen hacks and tips to start making changes today

Full shownotes and resources at www.SoundBitesRD.com/173

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