Sound Bites A Nutrition Podcast

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155: Diets, Diet Culture & Dietitians – Abby Langer Jul 15, 2020

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There is a growing awareness of the importance of body positivity and intuitive eating. More people are embracing the Health At Every Size (HAES) concept and the belief that weight status does not equate to health status. However, there are some who believe that any "intentional" weight loss is more dangerous than being overweight and that it's also pointless, because "95% of people who go on diets regain the weight". This 95% statistic is repeatedly cited but it's actually from a 1959 study who's author claims it is outdated and overused.

There also seems to be a growing divide within the field of dietetics with some practitioners drawing a line in the sand between "diets" and the "non-diet approach".

Tune in to this episode for a discussion about dieting, weight loss, diet culture, behavior change and why some dietitians think there is more to agree on than disagree on when it comes to this topic.

Guest Abby Langer has been a dietitian for twenty years and started her own business in 2012 with the goal of teaching the world how to eat well without dieting and falling prey to nutrition fads. Her focus on the importance of both physical and emotional health and how they intersect with food and eating has resonated with thousands of readers. Her frank and edgy voice and her ability to break down complicated science into manageable information has earned Abby a place among Canada's top media dietitians. She has a large and devoted following on her blog and on her social media platforms, where she can frequently be found debunking nutrition myths and explaining the latest nutrition research to her followers. For the full shownotes and resources visit: www.SoundBitesRD.com/155

154: Diabetes & Heart Health: New Research on Lean Beef – Dr. Kevin Maki Jun 30, 2020

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Tune in to this episode to learn about the details of a new research study as well as an in-depth discussion about the strengths and limitations of different types of nutrition research including randomized controlled trials, observational studies and industry funded research.

Nearly half of all American adults are living with some form of cardiovascular disease and 10 percent of Americans have type 2 diabetes, making it more important than ever that people have accurate, science-based nutrition advice to support a healthy diet. Relatively few studies have directly assessed the influence of specific foods, including red meat and beef, or dietary patterns on insulin sensitivity. Most recommendations have been based on observational studies, which do not illustrate cause and effect for these foods. New research, published in the Journal of Nutrition, compared the effect of following what the USDA defines as a Healthy U.S.-Style Eating Pattern to a modified version with an increased amount of lean beef. Then the researchers measured diabetes risks factors like insulin sensitivity and other cardiovascular disease risk factors.

For more information and links to resources visit: www.SoundBitesRD.com/154

153: Food Insight: Consumer Research, Trends & Communications – Kris Sollid Jun 24, 2020

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The International Food Information Council (IFIC) is a not-for-profit science communications organization based in Washington, DC that addresses various food-related topics with its team of RDs, PhDs and communications professionals. They are dedicated to the mission of effectively communicating science-based information on health, nutrition and food safety for the public good.

As Senior Director of Nutrition Communications at IFIC, Kris Sollid, RD, leads their nutrition team in monitoring nutrition research making media headlines to analyze how nutrition science is conveyed and its impact on consumer attitudes, beliefs and trust in information related to food and health.

Tune in to this episode to learn about key learnings and takeaways from IFIC's newly released 15th annual Food & Health Survey as well as two recent consumer surveys on COVID-19 behaviors and attitudes toward food including:

Key factors driving food purchasing decisions
Feedback on the use of mobile health devices and apps
Snacking habits and protein intake
Processed food, sugars and plant proteins
How COVID-19 has impacted food habits including shopping, cooking, snacking
Consumer perceptions, confidence and trust in the safety of the food supply and various sources of food/health information

Full shownotes & links to resources at: www.SoundBitesRD.com/153

152: The Power of Big Data & Opportunities for Nutrition Professionals Jun 10, 2020

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Big Data: The Opportunity for Food & Nutrition Professionals

All aspects of food and nutrition are impacted by Big Data and its analysis, and to this end, dietitians must possess a deeper understanding of this field as well as the full potential of using these technology advances within the profession. If nutrition professionals can tap into the flow of information, the wide availability of Big Data can unlock possibilities for these professionals to positively impact consumer behavior change, improve nutrition and health outcomes, and elevate the role of the profession. During this podcast, hear from Dave Donnan, Partner Emeritus (Retired ) with Kearney, a global management consulting firm, and an investor, advisor, and speaker on innovations in the food and consumer products industry and Annette Maggi, MS, RDN, LD, FAND, Chair of the Academy's Big Data Task Force on how Big Data and its use require a rapid evolution of dietitian skill sets to continue to provide unique value.

The Power of Big Data to Transform Clinical Nutrition Practice

While data is often looked at through the research lens in food and nutrition, the world of Big Data and its related technology and data analytics is showing how data can be used to predict trends, improve patient care and show the value proposition of nutrition services. During this podcast, Whitney Franz, MPH and Practice Transformation Program Director at L.A. Care Health Plan and Curt Calder, MBA, RDN and Clinical Informatics Analyst at Intermountain Healthcare will discuss the opportunity to leverage data beyond research as well as career opportunities for dietitians in the informatics field.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

What is Big Data and why should nutrition professionals be interested in it and using it?
How can more engagement with Big Data and related technologies benefit the dietetics profession?
How has COVID19 influenced the use of Big Data and advanced analytics within the food industry?
How can dietitians leverage Big Data in their practice?
How can dietitians use data to show the impact (including financial impact) of their services as healthcare shifts to more value-based care models?
How do health plans/payers leverage big data to manage population health?
How is data being used to accelerate improvements in healthcare delivery? How is data being used to track trends and predict results?

For links to resources and more info: www.SoundBitesRD.com/152

151: A Journalist's Perspective on Food & Nutrition Science – Tamar Haspel May 27, 2020

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"When was the last time you changed YOUR mind?" - Tamar Haspel

Tamar Haspel is a James Beard award-winning Washington Post columnist. She has been on the food and science beat for the best part of two decades and is knee-deep in the public food conversation. Tamar speaks frequently at venues where the debates about our food supply play out, including the National Academy of Sciences, food- and ag-related conferences, and SXSW. When she's tired of the heavy lifting of journalism, Tamar helps her husband on their oyster farm, Barnstable Oyster, where they grow about 300,000 oysters a year in the beautiful waters off Cape Cod.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

How and why Tamar started writing about nutrition
Tamar's opinion and insight about cultivating productive conversations about food and nutrition
Tamar's thought-provoking question that makes people stop and think differently about their own opinions and biases
Why it's important to appreciate the fact that personal experience has the ability to override research findings
Why we have the tendency to try and connect the dots (and leap to cause and effect conclusions) and what we can do about it

For more information visit: www.SoundBitesRD.com/151

150: Avocados, Weight Loss & the Gut Microbiome – Marisa Moore May 19, 2020

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"The misperception that eating fat causes weight gain may lead consumers to avoid nutritious foods like avocados, which are primarily composed of beneficial monounsaturated fats." – Marisa Moore, MBA, RDN

A randomized parallel-controlled trial of 51 healthy participants 20-60 years old and of BMI 27-35kg/m2 published in Current Developments in Nutrition demonstrated that including one Hass avocado daily in a hypocaloric diet not only supported weight loss efforts, but also offered additional potential metabolic and anti-inflammatory benefits. This study was supported by the Hass Avocado Board as part of the Love One Today® education program. Today's guest is Marisa Moore, MBA, RDN, a nationally recognized registered dietitian nutritionist and communications and culinary nutrition expert. She helps busy people get on the path to lifelong health one morsel at a time. Tune in to this episode to learn key takeaways from this study about:

body weight and composition
satiety
gut microbiome
inflammation
limitations
future research

As in all research, the study has its limitations, so more research is needed to generalize the results to all people, however, these findings support the growing body of evidence connecting eating avocados and a positive impact on body weight and satiety.

Registered Dietitians and Dietetic Technicians, Registered can earn 0.5 FREE CEU for listening to this podcast episode.

This episode is sponsored by Fresh Avocados – Love One Today® and we thank them for their support of the podcast. For more information and resources visit: https://bit.ly/368MQsl

149: Vertical Farming – Dr. Jenna Bell May 13, 2020

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Crop One is an integral part of the future of farming. This vertical farm company is changing the way we think about agriculture, and how this type of growing system can play a role in food safety, sustainability, and land use.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

The potential advantages and drawbacks to vertical farming
The role of a controlled environment farming system in food safety
How vertical farming technology can be used to boost plant nutrients and yield
What planet-based eating is
How nutrition professionals can be involved in the biotechnology industry

Dr. Jenna A. Bell, PhD, RD, joined Crop One Holdings in 2019 as the VP of Nutritional Science. Prior to joining the Crop One team, Dr. Bell led food and nutrition communications as a Senior Vice President at Pollock Communications.

For more information and links to resources visit the full shownotes at: www.SoundBitesRD.com/149

148: Soy Research Update: Cancer, Allergies & Protein – Mark Messina Apr 27, 2020

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Tune in to this episode to learn about:

The connection between soy and breast cancer.
Soyfoods and men's health.
The prevalence of soy allergies.
The bioavailability of nutrients in soy.
Whether or not soy protein impacts heart health.

Dr. Mark Messina, PhD, MS, is an internationally recognized soy expert, Executive Director of the Soy Nutrition Institute, President of Nutrition Matters, Inc. and Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Public Health at Loma Linda University. For the past 30 years, Dr. Messina has devoted his time to the study of the health effects of soyfoods and soybean isoflavones.

For more information and resources visit: www.SoundBitesRD.com/148

144: Cattle, Consumer Behavior & Environmental Myths – Dr. Jennie Hodgen & Dr. Jayson Lusk Apr 22, 2020

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There seems to be increasing criticism and negative publicity around meat production despite the fact that we have much fewer cattle in the U.S. today than in the past, and therefore the carbon footprint is smaller than before. With increasing concerns about climate change and the fact that cattle are ruminant animals which produce methane, the challenge is putting that into context with other important considerations for people and the planet overall.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

The benefits of cattle on the land - from production to making other foods more sustainable to ensuring we have a sustainable source of protein
The "what ifs" of not eating beef – what would happen to the cattle, to the land, to the food waste that cattle consume and upcycle?
What are consumer perceptions, attitudes and behaviors when it comes to sustainability, food technology and choices in the supermarket?

Today's guests are Dr. Jennie Hodgen, a meat scientist with Merck Animal Health and Dr. Jayson Lusk, a food and agricultural economist with Purdue University.

This episode is sponsored by Merck Animal Health and we thank them for their support of the podcast.

For more info and resources visit the shownotes at www.SoundBitesRD.com/144

147: Diabetes Self Care Behaviors: An Update – Molly McElwee-Malloy Apr 15, 2020

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The AADE7® Self-Care Behaviors framework utilizes the best practice of diabetes education by measuring, monitoring and managing outcomes.

The 7 behaviors are: healthy eating, being active, taking medication, monitoring, reducing risks, problem solving and healthy coping. These behaviors are widely recognized and used by healthcare professionals, professional organizations and governmental agencies.

Much has changed since the AADE7 were last updated in 2011. Tune in to this episode to learn about:

Diabetes Care and Education Specialists have seen their role go far beyond self-management of blood glucose (SMBG)
The role and use of technology has transformed the approach to diabetes self-care
New tools for screening have been developed for social determinants of health, health literacy and numeracy
New classes of medications and evolving algorithms have changed how we work with clients
Models of care like population health have become integral for improved management on a larger scale

Today's guest is Molly McElwee-Malloy RN, CDE. This episode is sponsored by the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES - formerly the American Association of Diabetes Educators) and we thank them for their support of the podcast.

For more information and resources, including links to COVID-19 info/updates from ADCES, visit: www.SoundBitesRD.com/147

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