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Dietitian Nutritionist & Host of the Sound Bites Podcast 🎤where I interview experts on a variety of topics from fad diets to farming. Helping you enjoy your food with health in mind! 🌮 SoundBitesRD.com
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The pub "Science, Public Health Policy and the Law" is NOT a respected academic journal. 🚩MAJOR RED FLAG!🚩 An antivaxx fanzine run by antivaxxers. Consistently contains often debunked antivaxx nonsense. Good example of how academic literature is getting polluted with BS.

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Two letters from different groups of senators call for answers from the Trump administration about pauses in scientific communications and funding.

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How can we truly help kids with larger (or smaller) bodies? My latest Sound Bites Podcast digs into this topic with pediatric dietitian and author Jill Castle. Her new book “Kids Thrive at Every Size” is a must read and resource for parents AND health professionals! Go to SoundBitesRD.com/277

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Food dyes that MAHA screams about: 1️⃣aren’t banned in Europe. 2️⃣aren’t impacting health. This is a distraction from ACTUAL issues. Like: 90% of Americans don’t eat enough fiber & fruits/veggies Half of us don’t have access to adequate healthcare. It isn’t the food dyes.

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@laurakumin.bsky.social Do you know about this show? My mom loves it! www.pbs.org/show/miss-fr...

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@bradmossesq.bsky.social So glad I found you on Bluesky!

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here's the #GoScience Starter Pack...who's missing? go.bsky.app/Nac1dn5

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Still trying to plan your #Thanksgiving spread? Holiday eating can be a challenge if you are in a weight management program or managing a health condition with diet. Balance and portion control are key concepts. More tips: rustnutrition.com/blog/2021/11...

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@laurakumin.bsky.social Hello friend! 🤗

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Oh hi, bluesky. I wrote this in 2017. 💀

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We adopted a senior dog in April. This is our first time seeing him experience snow ❄️😄 #rescuedog #greatpyrenees

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👍🏻👍🏻 Who has 2 thumbs and hates food waste? This gal. 🍗 Last night I cleaned out the fridge and made the dish below. It included: ✔️Grilled chicken, chopped into chunks ✔️ Leftover cheese tortellini ✔️1/2 bag spinach leaves ✔️ 1/3 cup heavy cream ✔️ 1 clove garlic, minced ✔️ 1 Tbsp pesto

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conscienhealth.org/2024/11/look... facts vs fantasy - GLP-1 meds turn down the food noise - using an RDN to guide your nutritious eating pattern while on these meds is a great action plan!

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Looking for a fun distraction this holiday season? 😰 Check out my #podcast episode about snack trays. Not only can they elevate your holiday celebrations they can actually help build healthy eating habits! youtu.be/HGr4TnGjGr4?...

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Interested in reading more about #seedoils and how dietary fat fits into a healthy dietary pattern? rustnutrition.com/blog/2024/11...

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E. Coli Outbreak: 39 people are sick in 18 states. Check for recalled bagged organic carrots. Do not eat recalled carrots. Throw them away. Carrots currently on store shelves are not affected. See the notice for a full list of brands of carrots. bit.ly/48Y7Ouq

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Broke up with toxic ex ("X") awhile ago and just feel like my relationship with IG is not enough....so I'm over here looking for some stimulating and satisfying convos about food, nutrition and science! #goscience #podcaster #dietitianapproved

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