46: Lauren Couchois RD, LD, SNS - SCHOOL NUTRITION

The conversation covers Lauren Couchois diverse career path, from zoology to nutrition, and her passion for nutrition education. It explores her journey, transition from zoology to nutrition, running a cafe, roles in school nutrition, and her transition to School Food Rocks. The conversation covers the role of School Food Rocks in helping school districts comply with USDA rules and regulations, the importance of sustainability in school nutrition, and the future of food. It also delves into the role of science in school nutrition, passion for farm to school and nutrition education, and advice for aspiring school nutrition professionals.TakeawaysDiverse Career PathPassion for Nutrition Education School Food Rocks helps school districts comply with USDA rules and regulationsThe importance of sustainability in school nutrition and the future of foodChapters00:00 Journey to Nutrition08:33 Roles in School Nutrition20:19 Transition to School Food Rocks25:55 Compliance with USDA Rules and Regulations33:21 Passion for Farm to School and Nutrition Education41:13 The Future of Food and SustainabilityConnect with Lauren:School Food Rocks: https://schoolfoodrocks.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-couchois-65a824311/ Connect with the host, Dr. Kristen Hicks-RoofLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-hicks-roof/ Check out the Nutrition Connection websitehttps://www.nutritionconnection.us/