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We're surrounded by headlines, health advice and hot takes that can make it feel like science changes every week. Public health recommendations can seem confusing, and social media often turns nuanced science into click-worthy certainty. So how do we make sense of it all? How do we separate evolving evidence from exaggerated headlines, skepticism from cynicism, and facts from fear? Today we're diving into the world of public health, trust, and science communication with an expert who helps us understand not just what we hear about health and nutrition—but how we should think about it.

Tune in to this Sound Bites® Podcast episode with Dr. Jessica Steier to learn about:

· public health and science communication

· the origins and evolution of Unbiased Science

· trust and the Deficit Model in public health

· nuance in science communication

· understanding the attraction of conspiracy theories

· the shift from paternalism to empathy

· crisis communications: running into the burning building

· embracing the challenges of public health

· navigating misinformation in science communication

· the importance of science communication as a discipline

· building trust in science communication

pre-bunking vs. debunking

resources for health professionals and the public

Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/311

We hear a lot of bold claims about food and eating behavior: certain foods are "addictive," ultraprocessed foods are driving obesity, and eating something sweet only makes you crave more sweets. We're also told we can retrain our taste buds for things like salt and sugar, but is that really true? With the rise of GLP-1 medications and growing conversations around "food noise," it's becoming clear that appetite, cravings, and weight regulation are far more complex than many people realize. So what's really driving our eating behaviors? How much is shaped by biology versus our environment or psychology? And what factors influence hunger, fullness, food preferences, and ultimately—how much we eat?

Tune in to this Sound Bites® Podcast episode with Dr. Rick Mattes to learn about:

• the concept of palatability and hyperpalatability
• the truth about "addictive" foods
• the role of appetite in GLP-1 medication effects
• the importance and generality of hedonic shifts
• various aspects of appetite regulation
• sensory science, taste function, texture and food form
• food noise vs. food cue reactivity
• brand new research on protein and satiety

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Convenience without Compromise: What Really Matters When Choosing Frozen & Processed Foods?

Are convenience foods a problem, or could they actually be part of the solution? When it comes to frozen meals and processed foods… are we asking the wrong questions? Let's take a look at how frozen and convenience foods can fit into a balanced, plant-forward way of eating – without compromising on nutrition. Because healthy eating doesn't happen in a perfect world – it happens on busy weeknights, with tight schedules, and in real-life routines.

Tune in to this Sound Bites® Podcast episode with Food & Nutrition Expert Maya Feller to learn about:

• Common perceptions and misperceptions about frozen foods
• The moral hierarchy around food
• What to consider when choosing frozen and convenience foods
• What to look for in meals compared to other types of products
• How frozen foods can help people get more plants in their diet
• How to limit fat, saturated fat, sodium and sugar content in your frozen food choices
• How to increase fiber, protein and other nutrients in your frozen food choices
• resources for health professionals and the public

This episode is NOT sponsored. Maya Feller is a paid consultant to Amy's Kitchen.