Food As Medicine: What's New; What Works?

Dive into the wild world of nutrition science with University of Arizona nutritionist Melanie Hingle, Ph.D., R.D., where Food as Medicine makes practical sense for so many grappling with chronic health issues. In this episode, Melanie, a Wildcat grad and trailblazing researcher, spills the beans on her nutritional insights that lead to game-changing diabetes prevention programs. Discover how she's teaming up with YMCAs, food banks, and even the NIH to deliver "Food is Medicine" magic through medically tailored groceries and a groundbreaking Culinary Medicine Initiative that's arming med students with recipe-ready tools to fight chronic disease. And it's not all lab coats and data: Melanie gets real about ditching diet dogma for delicious, doable balance, think nutrition food hacks, and nutrient-dense family dinners. Melanie's fresh, collaborative vibe will inspire you to rethink food as a prescriptive solution to health issues with certain chronic diseases. Tune in for insights, and a reminder that true vitality comes from healthy purpose, insight and encouragement! How to find Melanie Hingle and her research: LinkedIn | U of A Bio Page | Research Papers Other Resources Tammy Baker LinkedIn | Julie Murphree LinkedIn | AZ Milk Producers Website | Arizona Farm Bureau