In this episode of Empowered Nutrition, host Erin Skinner engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Amy Myrdal Miller, a registered dietitian and co-author of the renowned cookbook "Cooking à la Heart." Together, they dive deep into the complexities of food, health, and sustainability, addressing misconceptions, debunking myths, and providing valuable insights into making informed dietary choices. Key Discussion Points: Challenges in Today's Food Landscape: Amy and Erin discuss the misinformation surrounding food choices and the challenges consumers face in navigating the abundance of dietary advice. The Importance of Whole Foods: They emphasize the significance of incorporating whole, minimally processed foods into one's diet and the benefits they offer for both health and sustainability. The Dairy Industry and Sustainability: Amy sheds light on the dairy industry's efforts towards sustainability, debunking myths and highlighting the environmental initiatives undertaken by dairy farmers. The Heart Health Cookbook: Amy shares insights into the creation of "Cooking à la Heart," emphasizing its focus on promoting cardiovascular wellness through delicious and nutritious recipes. Busting Myths and Misconceptions: The conversation touches on various nutrition-related myths, including concerns about seafood consumption and the fear of microplastics, providing evidence-based perspectives. Empowering Healthier Eating Habits: Amy and Erin offer practical tips for adopting healthier eating habits, including meal planning, reducing food waste, and embracing whole foods. Encouraging Sustainability: They explore the importance of sustainability in food production and consumption, encouraging listeners to make conscious choices that support both personal and planetary health. Closing Thoughts: The episode concludes with a message of empowerment, urging listeners to take control of their health by making informed dietary decisions and seeking guidance from trusted sources. Tune in to this enlightening episode of Empowered Nutrition to gain valuable insights into navigating the complexities of food and health in today's world. Whether you're looking to improve your diet, enhance sustainability efforts, or debunk common nutrition myths, this conversation offers practical advice and inspiration for a healthier, more informed lifestyle.   Empowered Nutrition is now called Thrive! A Nutrition-centric healthcare model that helps you leverage the power of food to optimize your health. Learn how we can help you Thrive: linktr.ee/realnutrition   Lean for Life is now in the App Store! Heal your Metabolism with the Lean for Life app: https://empowered-nutrition.ck.page/193bb2cd67 Help yourself feel aligned using our three phase approach: Lean for Life Membership called Heal, Optimize , and Refinewhere you will be empowered to reverse previous metabolic damage with the assistance of our team of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists. Check out more details on our website! Want to learn more about our one-on-one Empowered Nutrition coaching? Book a free chemistry call to discuss your story and see if we're a good fit. Enjoying the podcast? Please review the Empowered Nutrition Podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen! Then, send me a screenshot of your positive review to [email protected] as a DM on Instagram (@thrive-clinics). Include a brief description of what you’re working on with your health and/or nutrition and I’ll send you a free custom meal plan! Do you have questions you would like answered on the Empowered Nutrition podcast? You can propose your questions/ideas by email to: [email protected] Follow us on: Instagram | Facebook