The conversation with Ashley Robbins covers her journey in school nutrition, from reconnecting with a former colleague to her experiences and challenges in the field. It explores her inspiration to become a nutrition professional, her passion for school nutrition, and the impact of scientific data and evidence in her role. The discussion also delves into the challenges and future trends in school nutrition, providing valuable insights for professionals in the field.

Takeaways

• Small world of dietetics
• Pivoting in school nutrition
• Challenges in school food service

Chapters

• 00:00 Reconnecting with Ashley Robbins
• 06:12 Discovering Passion for School Nutrition
• 15:43 Impact of Scientific Data and Evidence
• 24:08 Tips for School Food Service Professionals
• 30:38 Challenges and Future Trends in School Nutrition

Connect with Ashley:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyluciano22/

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 Morganne Brown's diverse career opportunities in nutrition, the impact of personal experiences on career choice, challenges and successes in private practice, the role of dietitians in healthcare, and the future of nutrition with a focus on the hyper fixation on protein.

Takeaways

• Diverse career opportunities in nutrition
• Impact of personal experiences on career choice

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Nutrition Connection
• 05:31 Experience in Dialysis and Personal Connection
• 11:27 Client Engagement and Results-Oriented Approach
• 17:08 Role of Dietitians in Healthcare Team and Referral Process
• 24:09 Introduction and Networking in Private Practice
• 29:47 Future of Nutrition and Hyper Fixation on Protein

Connect with Morgan:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/womens.prediabetes.dietitian/

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

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 Colleen Sloan, a dual credential dietitian and PA, as she shares her non-traditional route to becoming a nutrition professional, her experience balancing career and motherhood, and the impact of evidence-based nutrition in her practice. Additionally, the conversation delves into the role of dietitians in healthcare, the impact of misinformation on nutrition, and the creation of Exam Room Nutrition as a platform to address these issues. The conversation covers nuanced nutrition advice, the challenges of podcasting and teaching, the transition from RD to PA, considerations for starting a podcast, the role of AI in nutrition, and the future of nutrition education.

Takeaways

• Non-traditional route to becoming a nutrition professional
• Balancing career and motherhood
• The role of dietitians in healthcare
• The importance of evidence-based nutrition
• The impact of misinformation on nutrition Nuanced nutrition advice
• Challenges of podcasting and teaching
• Transition from RD to PA
• Considerations for starting a podcast
• The role of AI in nutrition
• The future of nutrition education

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
• 05:30 Transition to Pediatrics
• 10:57 Starting Exam Room Nutrition
• 16:19 Podcast Impact and Speaking Engagements
• 41:06 The Future of Nutrition Education

Connect with Colleen:

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

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

Exam Room Nutrition: https://www.examroomnutrition.com/homepage

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/