E41: "The Biggest Myth about Nutrition on Social Media is…" - with award-winning nutritionist, Carrie Ruxton PhD.

Dr. Carrie Ruxton is a seasoned dietitian and nutritionist whose interest for health transformed a missed opportunity in medicine into a rewarding career in nutrition advocacy. With candor and resolve, Dr. Ruxton recounts her path, revealing how consultancy work and board memberships in diverse food organizations fortified her adherence to scientific evidence while navigating the complexities of collective decision-making. She deftly unpacks the polarized landscape of nutrition debates, debunking myths surrounding health claims in food marketing and underscoring the significance of quality meat in a balanced diet. Alongside, she tackles the ethical dilemma of food sustainability and corporate accountability, leaving listeners both inspired and enlightened.

In a world saturated with conflicting nutritional advice and social media misinformation, Dr. Ruxton champions science-backed guidance, calling for stricter regulation of online health claims while emphasizing the virtues of balance and moderation. Her steadfast commitment to sound science challenges conventional thinking, inviting listeners to rethink their relationship with food and inspiring them to forge a healthier path forward. This episode will reshape your perspective on nutrition and may compel you to make a positive change, one meal at a time.

We discussed:

• What Inspired Carrie To Pursue the Nutrition Career
• The Main Challenges of Her Work  
• The Evolution of Nutrition Communication  
• Polarization and Emotional Debates in Nutrition  
• Impact of Social Media on Nutrition Communication  
• Regulation of Nutritional Information on Social Media  
• Misconceptions about Health Claims in Food Marketing  
• Balancing Nutritional Benefits and Environmental/Ethical Concerns of Meat Consumption  
• Misconceptions about Health Claims in Food Marketing  
• Individual Nutrient Requirements and the Role of a Varied Diet  
• Debunking Misinformation about Fruit Juice  
• Quality Meat and Ethical Concerns  
• Debunking Misinformation about Cheese  
• The Role of the Food Industry in Reversing Obesity 

Quote: “ I would say social media is more harmful than good when it comes to diets.”

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