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Welcome to Rooted and Restless. The podcast that digs beneath the surface of what we eat. How it gets to our plates and why it matters to our health.I'm Marianne Smith Edge, registered dietitian and sixth generation farm owner.
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Is My Produce Safe? What Recalls Really Tell Us (opens the original)
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Food safety headlines can make consumers wonder: Is our fresh produce safe to eat? In this episode of Rooted & Restless, Marianne Smith Edge talks with Eric Stevens, Ph.D., and Christina Ferreira, Ph.D., of the International Fresh Produce Association about how the U.S. food safety system responds to outbreaks and recalls—and what happens behind the scenes to protect consumers. They take a closer look at Cyclospora, a parasite that can be difficult to detect and investigate and explain why outbre
Food Waste: It’s More Than What’s Left on Your Plate (opens the original)
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In this episode of Rooted & Restless, Marianne Smith Edge talks with Brenna Ellison about the reasons good food goes unused—and why understanding food waste requires looking beyond the kitchen. They explore food waste across the food system, from on-farm surplus crops and harvesting challenges to cosmetic standards in retail, and confusing date labels. Brenna, also, discusses the efforts of schools, food banks and communities redirecting food that might otherwise be wasted. The conversation incl
Fiber, Protein, & GLP-1s: What the Science Says (opens the original)
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What should we be eating—and how much fiber and protein do we need? In this episode of Rooted & Restless, Marianne Smith Edge talks with nutrition scientist and registered dietitian, Joanne Slavin, PhD about the nutrition topics making headlines today. They explore why most Americans aren't getting enough fiber, how protein needs vary throughout life, and what is real food. Joanne also shares her experience with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, explaining how the process works and why the g
Peaches, Plums & the Fight for Water: One Grower’s Story (opens the original)
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What does it really take to grow a peach, a plum—or a glass of wine? In this episode of Rooted & Restless, Marianne Smith Edge heads to Palisade, Colorado and into the orchard with Kentucky native, Phil Patton, owner and winemaker, Peachfork Orchards & Vineyards. Phil shares a firsthand look at the challenges of growing specialty crops in a region where water is precious, weather is unpredictable, and every growing decision carries risk. The conversation explores why water is one of the biggest
Can White Flour Actually Be Good for You? (opens the original)
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What if your favorite bread and pasta could deliver significantly more fiber without changing the taste or texture? In this episode of Rooted & Restless, Marianne Smith Edge talks with Jessica Wellnitz of Bay State Milling about a new high-fiber wheat flour developed through decades of traditional breeding. With about 10 times more fiber than traditional white flour, this innovative wheat is already being used in products consumers can find today. What We Cover • How decades of traditional wheat
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