The conversation explores Kara Collier in non-traditional career paths in nutrition, early career experiences, professional growth, and the role of science in health technology. It also delves into career development in a startup, upskilling and learning in a startup environment, behavior change, and personalized nutrition. The conversation covers the role of dietitians in bridging technology and real life, the impact of personalization in nutrition and behavior change, the meaningful impact of leadership and mentorship in nutrition careers, building a career in health tech startups and the importance of initiative, and the future of nutrition focusing on personalization and technology.

Takeaways

• Non-traditional career paths
• Continuous learning and upskilling Personalization in nutrition
• Impact of technology on nutrition

Chapters

• 00:00 Non-Traditional Career Paths in Nutrition
• 07:14 Career Development in a Startup
• 14:52 The Role of Science in Health Technology
• 20:30 The Role of Dietitians in Bridging Technology and Real Life
• 26:11 Building a Career in Health Tech Startups and the Importance of Initiative
• 32:27 The Future of Nutrition: Personalization and Technology

Connect with Kara

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karacrd/

IG:https://www.instagram.com/karacollierrd/

Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/

Check out the Nutrition Connection website

https://www.nutritionconnection.us/

The conversation covers the journey of Raeanne Sarazen in the food and nutrition industry, her transition to consulting and writing, and the impact of AI on nutrition and healthcare. The future of nutrition is discussed, focusing on AI and technology.

Takeaways

• Diverse roles in the food and nutrition industry
• Transition to consulting and writing
• The impact of AI on nutrition and healthcare
• The future of nutrition: AI and technology

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Nutrition Connection
• 06:02 Transition to Consulting and Writing
• 15:09 The Impact of AI on Nutrition and Healthcare
• 36:29 The Future of Nutrition: AI and Technology

Connect with Raeanne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raeannesarazen/

Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/

Check out the Nutrition Connection website

https://www.nutritionconnection.us/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raeannesarazen/

The conversation covers Nora Minno's journey to becoming a nutrition professional, her transition into the nutrition career, her experience working at Red Bull, and her current role at WIP. It highlights the importance of nutrition professionals in bridging legal and regulatory requirements with marketing strategies for food and beverage products. Additionally, it emphasizes the value of willingness to learn and fill knowledge gaps when transitioning into roles in the food and beverage industry. The conversation covers the importance of scientific evidence in marketing, the role of dietitians in marketing, and the intersection of convenience and nutrition. It explores how scientific data and evidence fuel day-to-day activities, the responsibility of dietitians in translating science into responsible marketing, and the balance between convenience and nutritional value in food products.

Takeaways

• Nutrition professionals play a crucial role in bridging the gap between legal and regulatory requirements and marketing strategies for food and beverage products.
• The willingness to learn, ask questions, and fill knowledge gaps is essential for nutrition professionals transitioning into roles in the food and beverage industry. Scientific Evidence in Marketing
• The Role of Dietitians in Marketing
• The Intersection of Convenience and Nutrition

Chapters

• 00:00 Journey to Nutrition
• 06:13 Career at Red Bull
• 20:22 Role at WIP
• 29:25 Scientific Evidence in Marketing
• 43:04 The Intersection of Convenience and Nutrition

Connect with Nora

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noraminno/

Website: https://www.noraminno.com/

Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/

Check out the Nutrition Connection website

https://www.nutritionconnection.us/

The conversation with Brittany Brockner covers a range of topics related to nutrition, dietetics, and the role of nutrition professionals in emerging companies and regulatory roles. It delves into the influence of childhood nutrition, the journey to becoming a dietitian, the role of scientific evidence in nutrition research, and the future of nutrition.

Takeaways

• Nutrition professionals can play pivotal roles in emerging companies or food and supplements
• Dietitians have transferable skills that can be applied to regulatory roles

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Nutrition Connection
• 09:16 Role of Scientific Evidence in Nutrition Research
• 14:23 Scientific Data and Evidence in Day-to-Day Work
• 26:18 The Future of Nutrition

Connect with Brittany:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-brockner-ms-rd-253a52b8

Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/

Check out the Nutrition Connection website

https://www.nutritionconnection.us/

The conversation with Bec McDorman, a regional dietitian, covers her journey from becoming a dietitian to her current role in food service management. It explores her experiences, challenges, and insights, emphasizing the importance of diverse career paths and the impact of personal experiences on professional practice. Bec shares her perspective on cultural nutrition, scientific data, and the future of dietetics, highlighting the significance of mentorship and career flexibility.

Takeaways

• Diverse Career Paths
• Importance of Mentoring

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
• 06:27 The Impact of Personal Experience on Professional Practice
• 13:53 Navigating Cultural Foods and Menu Development
• 21:18 Incorporating Scientific Data into Day-to-Day Practice
• 26:49 Documenting Success and Career Growth
• 32:59 The Role of Dietitians and Dietetic Technicians in the Future of Nutrition

Connect with Bec:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becmcdorman/ 

Substack: https://becsweeklyceuroundup.substack.com/

Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/

Check out the Nutrition Connection website

https://www.nutritionconnection.us/

Dr. Kristin Hicks-Roof, a dietitian and researcher, interviews Violeta Morris, a founder and registered dietitian at the Concierge Dietitian. Violeta shares her journey from becoming a first-generation college student to starting her own private practice. She discusses her transition from a sales role to opening her private practice, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and networking. The conversation also delves into the future of personalized metabolic health tools like continuous glucose monitors and the potential for AI integration in health monitoring.

Takeaways

• Entrepreneurial mindset among dietitians
• Importance of mentorship and networking
• Future of personalized metabolic health tools

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
• 08:26 Impact of Continuous Glucose Monitors
• 22:26 The Future of Nutrition: Personalized Metabolic Health Tools

Connect with Violeta

Instagram: @violetanutriologa
TikTok: @violetanutriologa
YouTube: @violetanutriologa

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/violeta-morris-ms-rdn-a6425736/

Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/

Check out the Nutrition Connection website

https://www.nutritionconnection.us/

The conversation covers a range of topics related to nutrition, regulatory affairs, and the food industry. It delves into the journey of a nutrition professional, the role of dietitians in the food industry, the impact of scientific evidence, and the future of nutrition and the food landscape. Key takeaways include the growing interest in whole foods and whole diets, the value of regulatory roles for dietitians, and the importance of networking and career advancement through LinkedIn.

Takeaways

• Whole foods and whole diets are gaining momentum in consumer interest
• Regulatory roles in the food industry are a great first step for dietitians
• LinkedIn is a valuable tool for networking and career advancement

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Nutrition Connection
• 05:35 Scientific Communication and Industry Experience
• 20:23 Scientific Evidence and its Impact
• 30:48 Career Tips and Networking

Connect with Bridget:

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridget-hannon-esteves

Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/

Check out the Nutrition Connection website

https://www.nutritionconnection.us/

The episode features a conversation with Danielle Fanelle Haller, a pediatric renal dietitian, discussing her journey into the field of nutrition and her role in pediatric renal dietetics. The discussion covers her unconventional path to dietetics, education, and dietetic internship, as well as the evolution of renal diet and patient care. Danielle shares insights into empathy and patient care in pediatrics and offers advice for aspiring pediatric dietitians. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of nutrition and pediatric renal dietetics.

Takeaways

• Unconventional paths to dietetics
• Importance of empathy in patient care

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Nutrition Connection
• 05:38 Unconventional Path to Dietetics
• 12:13 Role and Responsibilities in Pediatric Renal Dietetics
• 19:25 Advice for Aspiring Pediatric Dietitians

Connect with Danielle

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-fanelle-ms-rd-csr-ld-377876228/

TikTok: skatingwithdanielle

Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/

Check out the Nutrition Connection website

https://www.nutritionconnection.us/

The podcast episode features a conversation between Kristen Hicks-Roof and Lorena Drago, focusing on the intersection of food, culture, and nutrition. Lorena shares her journey to becoming a nutrition professional and a business owner, emphasizing the importance of cultural relevance, continuous learning, and the impact of science in nutrition. She also provides insights into the future of nutrition, highlighting the role of technology, precision nutrition, and health literacy.

Takeaways

• Cultural Relevance
• Continuous Learning

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Nutrition Connection
• 06:01 Food, Culture, and Connection
• 18:38 Passive Income and Nutrition Education
• 25:42 The Impact of Science and Nuance
• 33:54 Advice for Aspiring Nutrition Professionals
• 41:27 The Future of Nutrition

Connect with Lorena:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorenadrago/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/Diabetesandnutritioneducation/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/lorenadragomsrd/?hl=en

Website: https://lorenadrago.com/

Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/

Check out the Nutrition Connection website

https://www.nutritionconnection.us/

The conversation delves into the intersection of AI and nutrition, exploring Raul's journey to becoming a dietitian, his professional roles and experiences, his role as a DPD director, the challenges of balancing a PhD and professional career, and the future of nutrition and AI.

Takeaways

• AI and nutrition are intersecting in the future
• The future of nutrition involves precision nutrition and the integration of AI

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to AI in Nutrition
• 08:02 Raul's Role as a DPD Director
• 23:03 Balancing a PhD and Professional Career
• 35:03 The Future of Nutrition and AI

Connect with Raul:

Texas Tech: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/hs/ns/palacios.php

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raul-palaciosms-rdn/

Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/

Check out the Nutrition Connection website

https://www.nutritionconnection.us/