Ask Leah! The Ingles Dietitian

Sponsored: The (Nutrition) Truth Changes

Sponsored: The (Nutrition) Truth Changes

We used to have an expression in the Army, “The truth changes.” 

What this meant to me was a few things:

1. Be open to new information.

2. Make sure you get your information from reliable, science-based and educated sources.

3. What you believe to be the truth may change over time. 

4. Don’t confuse your opinion with facts based on science-based information and research. 

The same is true in nutrition and the conversation about food and ingredients. I’ve been a Registered Dietitian (RD) for over 20 years. As new nutrition research has been done, some of my opinions and what I say or recommend has changed ... and that’s okay. 

In order to keep current with new information I attend classes, lectures and conferences, participate in webinars, read articles and talk to experts. As a Registered Dietitian I’m required to complete continuing education — it amounts to about 15-20 hours annually, but I usually do more.   

I’m here to help you sort out the facts from the misinformation about food and nutrition. Call (800-334-4936) or write me (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

Leah McGrath, RDN, LDN

Ingles Markets Corporate Dietitian

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