The human brain is not wired for critical thinking and there are many barriers to changing our behavior. Dr. Jason Riis shares Nobel prize winning research to help us think more critically, and a 3-part strategy for understanding and improving behavior change efforts.

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"The research community has to wake up - and speak up about their research so it doesn't get misinterpreted. Better that the scientist communicates about their own research than the many other unqualified people who will - if they don't." - Dr. Taylor Wallace

Can you trust research that's funded by the food industry? Do consumers really want "transparency" and what does that mean to them? Tune in to hear Dr. Taylor Wallace discuss industry funding, communicating nutrition science, and his adventures on the Dr. Oz show!

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Get meal planning and prep advice straight from the experts - Toby Amidor and Jessica Levinson - as we discuss their new books, smart tips to get you started and answers to my recent dinnertime struggles.  Meal planning and prep saves time on busy weeknights, gets a healthier meal on the table and helps reduce food waste. It’s never too late to Do M.O.R.E. with Dinner – make this ordinary daily ritual extraordinary!  Get the full shownotes and resources at www.SoundBitesRD.com/106.

Tune in as I talk with Ginger Hultin from Champagne Nutrition about alcohol and health.

“For many people, drinking can fit into a healthy lifestyle if they find the right balance. It’s important to understand the current intake guidelines and how alcohol affects your energy, weight, appetite, sleep, physical activity and stress. Is it adding to your life or detracting from it?” – Ginger Hultin

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“When it comes to sustainability, we need to think about the entire food system, not just the environmental footprints of individual foods. I encourage people to dig deeper into discussions of sustainable nutrition. For example, the social aspect of sustainability is critical and often ignored. Does advice to purchase one type of food or product meet someone’s budget, preferences, food culture?  We also need to look carefully at the entire food supply chain. At NCBA, we are trying to account for any and all impacts along the supply chain, right down to how many little pieces of paper are used between hamburger patties at ground beef processing facilities.” – Dr. Sara Place, Animal Scientist Tune in as I talk with Dr. Place about the environmental, social and economic impacts of livestock production systems, what ‘upcycling’ is and where ‘cow gas’ really comes from.   Get the full shownotes and resources at www.SoundBitesRD.com/104.

“Forty percent of food in the U.S. goes uneaten and ends up in our landfills. Contrary to popular belief, the consumer is the biggest culprit – NOT farmers, manufacturers or retailers. Reducing food waste is essential, and there are simple steps we can take to not only reduce food waste, but also help feed those who are hungry. Cook it, store it, share it – just don’t waste it.” – Dr. Joan Salge Blake Tune in as I talk “trash” with my friend and fellow dietitian Dr. Joan Salge Blake. We explore the topics of food waste, sell-by dates on labels, foodborne illness, and food insecurity.   Get the shownotes and helpful resources at www.SoundBitesRD.com/103

“A great diet is one that balances what we know we need with what we don't want to live without. I'd never tell some they should never eat this food or that one. It's about how much and how often. Getting healthier has to be enjoyable.” – Dr. Keith Ayoob

Tune in as I talk with my friend and fellow dietitian Dr. Keith Ayoob about the sweetener stevia, umami – the fifth basic taste, and Keith’s fun workout session with Lance Pekus the Cowboy Ninja.

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October is National Seafood Month so we are “diving” into all things seafood. If you’re interested in sustainable aquaculture, farmed vs. wild salmon, or simply want to know how to get more seafood in your diet, tune in as I talk with Egil Sundheim, an expert from the Norwegian Seafood Council, and hear all about my trip of a lifetime to Norway. We’re sharing some great resources, recipes and research on seafood.

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“Even if we’re highly informed and agree on the same information – that information means different things to each of us and we prioritize it differently.” Tune in as I talk with Dietram Scheufele, an expert in science communication who explains why information doesn’t change hearts and minds, how the current media environment affects our decision making and why language matters (and doesn’t matter). 

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Tune in as two former supermarket dietitians dish about grocery shopping strategies, eating healthier on a budget, reducing food waste, career opportunities for dietitians, and the new resource: "Shopper Guidance in the Beef Case – From Confusion to Confidence.” Whether you’re a dietitian or a consumer, you’ll come away with specific tips and resources for buying, cooking and eating healthier.

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