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“Food as medicine” is transforming the future of pediatric care. From programs like WIC to the essential role of registered dietitians, nutrition is emerging as a powerful driver of better outcomes for children. Allison Steiber, RD, PhD, Chief Mission, Impact and Strategy Officer, Academy of Nutr...

New federal dietary guidelines arrived earlier this year, introducing a redesigned food model and updated recommendations for children and families. From whole foods and age-specific guidance to ultra-processed foods, school meals, food anxiety, and obesity prevention, this episode translates nat...

What if one of the most powerful tools for preventing disease is already in your kitchen? Dr. Nathan Wood is a physician, trained chef and director of culinary medicine at Yale School of Medicine. He discusses how teaching kitchens translate nutrition science into practical, hands-on training for...

What children eat today is heavily influenced by powerful forces — from ultra-processed “kids’ foods” to marketing strategies designed to keep them hooked. World-renowned nutrition expert Dr. Marion Nestle explains how we got here, why parents are facing an uphill battle and what real solutions l...

Dr. Jason Langheier, founder and CEO of Foodsmart, is a leading advocate for the "food as medicine" movement across the United States. Driven by his passion for health equity and sustainable obesity prevention, he’s dedicated to making nutritious food accessible and affordable for all. In this in...

In 2023, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued new guidelines on addressing childhood obesity, including the use of anti-obesity medications such as Wegovy and Ozempic – both approved for use in children ages 12 and older. We'll examine the guidance as two childhood obesity medicine spe...

From the day she was born, Kate Laver's medical conditions were such that she required tube feeding to thrive and grow. But there was one problem: Kate failed to thrive and grow on the formulas she was given. What followed was a tale of parental determination, desperation, and triumph that gave r...

We're celebrating our 100th Episode of Well Beyond Medicine — and we're pleased to feature special guests from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to share more about their MyPlate resource and other efforts to support access to healthy and nutritious foods. Most parents and caregivers p...