257: A Look at Gen Z: Their Relationship with Food and the Dietitian of Tomorrow – Jaime Schwartz Cohen & Michele Murray

Global communications consultancy Ketchum recently published a wide-ranging research study on the attitudes and beliefs of Gen Z about food. The report, “The Gen Z Say/Eat Gap,” expands on Ketchum’s legacy of food insights, intelligence and landmark research and provides guidance for food companies and communicators on how to connect with Gen Z successfully. Ketchum’s research also looked at Gen Z RDs and nutrition students and identified differences in motivations, preferences and behaviors of Gen Z RDs and nutrition students compared with other generations of nutrition professionals. Ketchum's report "Tomorrow's Dietitian: A First Look at Gen Z RDs" offers a preliminary look at 10 different areas that are important considerations for nutrition professionals across a wide range of professional settings. Tune into this episode to learn about: ·      Gen Z consumer insights o   the “say/eat” gap and factors that influence purchase decisions o   why Gen Z feels pressured about their food choices and the sources of pressure o   what leads to negative emotions about food o   if they are cooking differently from their parents o   if their childhood diet impacts their current eating pattern ·       Gen Z RD insights o   career motivations o   their interest (or lack thereof) in diet culture, plant-based and culinary nutrition o   what earns their trust o   generational tension and shared concerns ·    tips for communicating nutrition to Gen Z audiences ·      the RD’s SciVantage and 3 steps to a productive conversation ·       how to get more information and access the full report Full shownotes, transcript and resources at: https://soundbitesrd.com/257