Guest guest Posted October 10, 2011 Report Share Posted October 10, 2011 Not a new complaint, but an interesting read nonetheless. I'd love to know your thoughts... http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/10/10/how-ada-are-manipu\ lated-by-food-industry.aspx?e_cid=20111010_DNL_art_3 The American Dietetic Association's (ADA) annual conference is often called " the world's largest meeting of food and nutrition experts. " According to the ADA, the conference brings together " more than 10,000 registered dietitians, nutrition science researchers, policy makers, health-care providers and industry leaders to address key issues affecting the health of America. " Interestingly though they never invited me or anyone that I recognize as a true expert in the use of diet to optimize human health to their conference. It is unclear how a conference that features exhibits by Coca-Cola, General Mills, and other processed food and junk-food giants could ever make a positive impact on Americans' health. Ditto for some of their presentations, such as one titled " A Fresh Look At Processed Foods, " presented by a 15-year Kellogg's veteran and an employee of the International Food Information Council, which according to Grist<http://www.grist.org/food/2011-09-26-pay-to-play-with-the-ada>has representatives from Dannon Co., General Mills, Kraft Foods, PepsiCo, and Mars, Inc. on its board of trustees. The speakers actually gave the message that processed foods are an important part of the American diet to be consumed along with fresh produce! This message is obviously not intended to help Americans' health, but rather pad the pockets of the processed food industry. Surprised that the ADA would be sending such a message? Don't be … (more at the link) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 10, 2011 Report Share Posted October 10, 2011 Guess he ignored all the sessions I went to about Omega 3, real fruits/vegetables, anti-inflammatory foods, etc.  He does point out something we all dislike - how the processed food industry is the largest financial contributor to ADA. But without subsidy our conferences would be exponentially expensive.  Nothing stops him from submitting proposal for speaking or purchasing an expo booth. Holly ---------- Holly Lee Brewer, MS RD CDE Pediatric Dietitian, Diabetes Educator Medical Nutrition Therapist, Las Vegas, NV Maj Holly Brewer, USAFR BSC http://hollyinbalad.blogspot.com 301st MDS, NAS JRB Fort Worth (Carswell), TX Joint Base Balad, Iraq (Jan-Jul 2009) >To: rd-usa >Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 12:06 PM >Subject: Dr. Mercola on FNCE > >Not a new complaint, but an interesting read nonetheless. I'd love to know >your thoughts... > >http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/10/10/how-ada-are-manip\ ulated-by-food-industry.aspx?e_cid=20111010_DNL_art_3 > >The American Dietetic Association's (ADA) annual conference is often called > " the world's largest meeting of food and nutrition experts. " According to >the ADA, the conference brings together " more than 10,000 registered >dietitians, nutrition science researchers, policy makers, health-care >providers and industry leaders to address key issues affecting the health of >America. " > >Interestingly though they never invited me or anyone that I recognize as a >true expert in the use of diet to optimize human health to their conference. > >It is unclear how a conference that features exhibits by Coca-Cola, General >Mills, and other processed food and junk-food giants could ever make a >positive impact on Americans' health. > >Ditto for some of their presentations, such as one titled " A Fresh Look At >Processed Foods, " presented by a 15-year Kellogg's veteran and an employee >of the International Food Information Council, which according to >Grist<http://www.grist.org/food/2011-09-26-pay-to-play-with-the-ada>has >representatives from Dannon Co., General Mills, Kraft Foods, PepsiCo, >and Mars, Inc. on its board of trustees. > >The speakers actually gave the message that processed foods are an important >part of the American diet to be consumed along with fresh produce! > >This message is obviously not intended to help Americans' health, but rather >pad the pockets of the processed food industry. Surprised that the ADA would >be sending such a message? > >Don't be … > >(more at the link) > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 10, 2011 Report Share Posted October 10, 2011 Guess he ignored all the sessions I went to about Omega 3, real fruits/vegetables, anti-inflammatory foods, etc.  He does point out something we all dislike - how the processed food industry is the largest financial contributor to ADA. But without subsidy our conferences would be exponentially expensive.  Nothing stops him from submitting proposal for speaking or purchasing an expo booth. Holly ---------- Holly Lee Brewer, MS RD CDE Pediatric Dietitian, Diabetes Educator Medical Nutrition Therapist, Las Vegas, NV Maj Holly Brewer, USAFR BSC http://hollyinbalad.blogspot.com 301st MDS, NAS JRB Fort Worth (Carswell), TX Joint Base Balad, Iraq (Jan-Jul 2009) >To: rd-usa >Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 12:06 PM >Subject: Dr. Mercola on FNCE > >Not a new complaint, but an interesting read nonetheless. I'd love to know >your thoughts... > >http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/10/10/how-ada-are-manip\ ulated-by-food-industry.aspx?e_cid=20111010_DNL_art_3 > >The American Dietetic Association's (ADA) annual conference is often called > " the world's largest meeting of food and nutrition experts. " According to >the ADA, the conference brings together " more than 10,000 registered >dietitians, nutrition science researchers, policy makers, health-care >providers and industry leaders to address key issues affecting the health of >America. " > >Interestingly though they never invited me or anyone that I recognize as a >true expert in the use of diet to optimize human health to their conference. > >It is unclear how a conference that features exhibits by Coca-Cola, General >Mills, and other processed food and junk-food giants could ever make a >positive impact on Americans' health. > >Ditto for some of their presentations, such as one titled " A Fresh Look At >Processed Foods, " presented by a 15-year Kellogg's veteran and an employee >of the International Food Information Council, which according to >Grist<http://www.grist.org/food/2011-09-26-pay-to-play-with-the-ada>has >representatives from Dannon Co., General Mills, Kraft Foods, PepsiCo, >and Mars, Inc. on its board of trustees. > >The speakers actually gave the message that processed foods are an important >part of the American diet to be consumed along with fresh produce! > >This message is obviously not intended to help Americans' health, but rather >pad the pockets of the processed food industry. Surprised that the ADA would >be sending such a message? > >Don't be … > >(more at the link) > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 10, 2011 Report Share Posted October 10, 2011 Guess he ignored all the sessions I went to about Omega 3, real fruits/vegetables, anti-inflammatory foods, etc.  He does point out something we all dislike - how the processed food industry is the largest financial contributor to ADA. But without subsidy our conferences would be exponentially expensive.  Nothing stops him from submitting proposal for speaking or purchasing an expo booth. Holly ---------- Holly Lee Brewer, MS RD CDE Pediatric Dietitian, Diabetes Educator Medical Nutrition Therapist, Las Vegas, NV Maj Holly Brewer, USAFR BSC http://hollyinbalad.blogspot.com 301st MDS, NAS JRB Fort Worth (Carswell), TX Joint Base Balad, Iraq (Jan-Jul 2009) >To: rd-usa >Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 12:06 PM >Subject: Dr. Mercola on FNCE > >Not a new complaint, but an interesting read nonetheless. I'd love to know >your thoughts... > >http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/10/10/how-ada-are-manip\ ulated-by-food-industry.aspx?e_cid=20111010_DNL_art_3 > >The American Dietetic Association's (ADA) annual conference is often called > " the world's largest meeting of food and nutrition experts. " According to >the ADA, the conference brings together " more than 10,000 registered >dietitians, nutrition science researchers, policy makers, health-care >providers and industry leaders to address key issues affecting the health of >America. " > >Interestingly though they never invited me or anyone that I recognize as a >true expert in the use of diet to optimize human health to their conference. > >It is unclear how a conference that features exhibits by Coca-Cola, General >Mills, and other processed food and junk-food giants could ever make a >positive impact on Americans' health. > >Ditto for some of their presentations, such as one titled " A Fresh Look At >Processed Foods, " presented by a 15-year Kellogg's veteran and an employee >of the International Food Information Council, which according to >Grist<http://www.grist.org/food/2011-09-26-pay-to-play-with-the-ada>has >representatives from Dannon Co., General Mills, Kraft Foods, PepsiCo, >and Mars, Inc. on its board of trustees. > >The speakers actually gave the message that processed foods are an important >part of the American diet to be consumed along with fresh produce! > >This message is obviously not intended to help Americans' health, but rather >pad the pockets of the processed food industry. Surprised that the ADA would >be sending such a message? > >Don't be … > >(more at the link) > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 10, 2011 Report Share Posted October 10, 2011 What he didn’t point out is that without processed foods over half the population in this planet will starve dt lack of access to any wholesome food. Processing is not all that bad. Some of the methods and ingredients used to preserve foods have moved forward and more “chemicals†are used, but not all chemicals are bad either. Food preservation is an ancient science, from drying, to sugaring, to salting, to smoking…. It’s necessary to keep us all fed. First we can’t eat the pigs and cows and chickens, then we are forbidden from eating some of the fishes, and of course, farm grown have excessive mercury (gosh I wonder why?), then we can’t add preservatives to highly susceptible foods such as breads and cereals so we either have to eat the loaf all in 2 days or risk getting cancer from the molds. So then what do we do? Tonight I went to Big Lots and bought a lot of processed food in bags and boxes and bottles then to CVS and bought a case of Boost high pro for my client that has been sleeping in his car the last couple of night. He has lost over 60 lbs this year bc of a neuromuscular disorder not yet identified and multiple surgeries. It’s a long story, but he’s had no meals since yesterday. His brother and wife moved him out of the small trailer they had let him use in their property bc he had overstayed his welcome due to the surgeries and length of time recovering. I’m meeting him tomorrow morning at a senior center that I suggested it might be a good place for him to get one hot meal and some snacks and spend the day instead of hanging out in his car or the strip malls at 85+ degrees like it’s been, with no food or shelter. I notified his social worker and then went shopping. Without processed foods I’d have to buy a chicken, shell eggs, wholegrain rice, fresh milk, and fresh vegetables. Then he’d do what with them? I’m really tired of what we can’t eat, instead of celebrating all we can eat, all we have, and how long most of us live due to all the scientific advances there are. ENOUGH! We weren’t meant to live forever. Digna From: rd-usa [mailto:rd-usa ] On Behalf Of hl brewer Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 2:27 PM To: rd-usa Subject: Re: Dr. Mercola on FNCE Guess he ignored all the sessions I went to about Omega 3, real fruits/vegetables, anti-inflammatory foods, etc. He does point out something we all dislike - how the processed food industry is the largest financial contributor to ADA. But without subsidy our conferences would be exponentially expensive. Nothing stops him from submitting proposal for speaking or purchasing an expo booth. Holly ---------- Holly Lee Brewer, MS RD CDE Pediatric Dietitian, Diabetes Educator Medical Nutrition Therapist, Las Vegas, NV Maj Holly Brewer, USAFR BSC http://hollyinbalad.blogspot.com 301st MDS, NAS JRB Fort Worth (Carswell), TX Joint Base Balad, Iraq (Jan-Jul 2009) From: <maryebailey@... <mailto:maryebailey%40gmail.com> > >To: rd-usa <mailto:rd-usa%40yahoogroups.com> >Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 12:06 PM >Subject: Dr. Mercola on FNCE > >Not a new complaint, but an interesting read nonetheless. I'd love to know >your thoughts... > >http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/10/10/how-ada-are-manip\ ulated-by-food-industry.aspx?e_cid=20111010_DNL_art_3 > >The American Dietetic Association's (ADA) annual conference is often called > " the world's largest meeting of food and nutrition experts. " According to >the ADA, the conference brings together " more than 10,000 registered >dietitians, nutrition science researchers, policy makers, health-care >providers and industry leaders to address key issues affecting the health of >America. " > >Interestingly though they never invited me or anyone that I recognize as a >true expert in the use of diet to optimize human health to their conference. > >It is unclear how a conference that features exhibits by Coca-Cola, General >Mills, and other processed food and junk-food giants could ever make a >positive impact on Americans' health. > >Ditto for some of their presentations, such as one titled " A Fresh Look At >Processed Foods, " presented by a 15-year Kellogg's veteran and an employee >of the International Food Information Council, which according to >Grist<http://www.grist.org/food/2011-09-26-pay-to-play-with-the-ada>has >representatives from Dannon Co., General Mills, Kraft Foods, PepsiCo, >and Mars, Inc. on its board of trustees. > >The speakers actually gave the message that processed foods are an important >part of the American diet to be consumed along with fresh produce! > >This message is obviously not intended to help Americans' health, but rather >pad the pockets of the processed food industry. Surprised that the ADA would >be sending such a message? > >Don't be … > >(more at the link) > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 11, 2011 Report Share Posted October 11, 2011 " ...I wish RDs had to take more english classes so that they would use our language with greater accuracy " Wow. What an incredibly unhelpful and insulting comment. I'm not sure how that relates to junk food corporations' influence on our profession, or if she was referring to me personally for the one sentence I wrote (please excuse any grammatical errors...I assure you I have taken several English courses throughout my education, but sometimes we all slip up!), RD's in general misusing words, or if she was thinking the article was written by an RD?? Regardless, focusing on the exact meaning of the word " processed " misses the point that obviously there is a huge distinction between highly processed foods with low nutrient value, and preparation of whole, fresh foods at home. I'm struggling to understand how providing a nutrient-dense, shelf-stable product like Boost to an individual who is homeless and otherwise may not have access to nutritious foods, or one's own personal penchant for purchasing " processed " foods from a bulk store relates to the issue, either. Of course, there are situations, individuals, and groups for which these types of foods are entirely appropriate and safer and healthier than what they otherwise might eat! I don't think anyone is disputing that, I know I'm not! As I've said in the past, it's also not about deprivation, restriction, trying to get people to live forever, inciting riots (?), or telling people what they can't eat. My stand has always been that as nutrition experts our first goal should be to promote whole, real, delicious, fresh foods wherever possible and practical, and work to bring those to people with poor access. It certainly is not all-or-nothing, nor is it an out-there idea, considering the current state of health or country is in, and the standard American diet! It's puzzling how lonely a stance being an advocate of Food over " Food Products " is in the nutrition world sometimes, but it's one I'm sticking to! Anyway, enjoy your afternoon! , RD, PCD(DONA) land > > I forwarded this thread to another RD not on our listserve. > This is her response she does have a point >  > Madalyn >  > What does processed mean? This one of those terms that people like to use to incite riots. WHen you cut a vegetable you are processing it, when grains are ground they are being processed, when we cook, when we can, when we combine ingredients...so yes processed foods do go side by side with fresh foods...I wish RDs had to take more english classes so that they would use our language with greater accuracy > > > > > > > > > > >----- Forwarded Message ----- > > > >To: rd-usa > >Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 3:06 PM > >Subject: Dr. Mercola on FNCE > > > >Not a new complaint, but an interesting read nonetheless. I'd love to know > >your thoughts... > > > >http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/10/10/how-ada-are-manip\ ulated-by-food-industry.aspx?e_cid=20111010_DNL_art_3 > > > >The American Dietetic Association's (ADA) annual conference is often called > > " the world's largest meeting of food and nutrition experts. " According to > >the ADA, the conference brings together " more than 10,000 registered > >dietitians, nutrition science researchers, policy makers, health-care > >providers and industry leaders to address key issues affecting the health of > >America. " > > > >Interestingly though they never invited me or anyone that I recognize as a > >true expert in the use of diet to optimize human health to their conference. > > > >It is unclear how a conference that features exhibits by Coca-Cola, General > >Mills, and other processed food and junk-food giants could ever make a > >positive impact on Americans' health. > > > >Ditto for some of their presentations, such as one titled " A Fresh Look At > >Processed Foods, " presented by a 15-year Kellogg's veteran and an employee > >of the International Food Information Council, which according to > >Grist<http://www.grist.org/food/2011-09-26-pay-to-play-with-the-ada>has > >representatives from Dannon Co., General Mills, Kraft Foods, PepsiCo, > >and Mars, Inc. on its board of trustees. > > > >The speakers actually gave the message that processed foods are an important > >part of the American diet to be consumed along with fresh produce! > > > >This message is obviously not intended to help Americans' health, but rather > >pad the pockets of the processed food industry. Surprised that the ADA would > >be sending such a message? > > > >Don't be … > > > >(more at the link) > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 11, 2011 Report Share Posted October 11, 2011 Dr. Mercola can afford to be picky have you seen what he charges for his supplements. I like the comment about him being geared towards those who can afford all his recommendations etc. That said, the state that seems to buy whole sale into every nutritional health fad and I will call them fads is California. They seem to have more then their share of autism, ADD, anorexia etc., more money then common sense. My appology to all you hard working California RDs out there, you have your work cut out for you. And, yes I know not everyone in California is rich and famous. Jackie Chase RD Dillingham AK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 12, 2011 Report Share Posted October 12, 2011 Digna,  Thank you for your voice of reason. Perhaps we should post the definition of processed. Isn't the process of freezing fresh foods processing? I don't think I have to go any further.  Madalyn ________________________________ To: rd-usa Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 10:31 PM Subject: RE: Dr. Mercola on FNCE  What he didn’t point out is that without processed foods over half the population in this planet will starve dt lack of access to any wholesome food. Processing is not all that bad. Some of the methods and ingredients used to preserve foods have moved forward and more “chemicals†are used, but not all chemicals are bad either. Food preservation is an ancient science, from drying, to sugaring, to salting, to smoking…. It’s necessary to keep us all fed. First we can’t eat the pigs and cows and chickens, then we are forbidden from eating some of the fishes, and of course, farm grown have excessive mercury (gosh I wonder why?), then we can’t add preservatives to highly susceptible foods such as breads and cereals so we either have to eat the loaf all in 2 days or risk getting cancer from the molds. So then what do we do? Tonight I went to Big Lots and bought a lot of processed food in bags and boxes and bottles then to CVS and bought a case of Boost high pro for my client that has been sleeping in his car the last couple of night. He has lost over 60 lbs this year bc of a neuromuscular disorder not yet identified and multiple surgeries. It’s a long story, but he’s had no meals since yesterday. His brother and wife moved him out of the small trailer they had let him use in their property bc he had overstayed his welcome due to the surgeries and length of time recovering. I’m meeting him tomorrow morning at a senior center that I suggested it might be a good place for him to get one hot meal and some snacks and spend the day instead of hanging out in his car or the strip malls at 85+ degrees like it’s been, with no food or shelter. I notified his social worker and then went shopping. Without processed foods I’d have to buy a chicken, shell eggs, wholegrain rice, fresh milk, and fresh vegetables. Then he’d do what with them? I’m really tired of what we can’t eat, instead of celebrating all we can eat, all we have, and how long most of us live due to all the scientific advances there are. ENOUGH! We weren’t meant to live forever. Digna From: rd-usa [mailto:rd-usa ] On Behalf Of hl brewer Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 2:27 PM To: rd-usa Subject: Re: Dr. Mercola on FNCE Guess he ignored all the sessions I went to about Omega 3, real fruits/vegetables, anti-inflammatory foods, etc. He does point out something we all dislike - how the processed food industry is the largest financial contributor to ADA. But without subsidy our conferences would be exponentially expensive. Nothing stops him from submitting proposal for speaking or purchasing an expo booth. Holly ---------- Holly Lee Brewer, MS RD CDE Pediatric Dietitian, Diabetes Educator Medical Nutrition Therapist, Las Vegas, NV Maj Holly Brewer, USAFR BSC http://hollyinbalad.blogspot.com 301st MDS, NAS JRB Fort Worth (Carswell), TX Joint Base Balad, Iraq (Jan-Jul 2009) From: <maryebailey@... <mailto:maryebailey%40gmail.com> > >To: rd-usa <mailto:rd-usa%40yahoogroups.com> >Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 12:06 PM >Subject: Dr. Mercola on FNCE > >Not a new complaint, but an interesting read nonetheless. I'd love to know >your thoughts... > >http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/10/10/how-ada-are-manip\ ulated-by-food-industry.aspx?e_cid=20111010_DNL_art_3 > >The American Dietetic Association's (ADA) annual conference is often called > " the world's largest meeting of food and nutrition experts. " According to >the ADA, the conference brings together " more than 10,000 registered >dietitians, nutrition science researchers, policy makers, health-care >providers and industry leaders to address key issues affecting the health of >America. " > >Interestingly though they never invited me or anyone that I recognize as a >true expert in the use of diet to optimize human health to their conference. > >It is unclear how a conference that features exhibits by Coca-Cola, General >Mills, and other processed food and junk-food giants could ever make a >positive impact on Americans' health. > >Ditto for some of their presentations, such as one titled " A Fresh Look At >Processed Foods, " presented by a 15-year Kellogg's veteran and an employee >of the International Food Information Council, which according to >Grist<http://www.grist.org/food/2011-09-26-pay-to-play-with-the-ada>has >representatives from Dannon Co., General Mills, Kraft Foods, PepsiCo, >and Mars, Inc. on its board of trustees. > >The speakers actually gave the message that processed foods are an important >part of the American diet to be consumed along with fresh produce! > >This message is obviously not intended to help Americans' health, but rather >pad the pockets of the processed food industry. Surprised that the ADA would >be sending such a message? > >Don't be … > >(more at the link) > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 12, 2011 Report Share Posted October 12, 2011 My RD friend is an educator and has become quite frustrated with the inability of some of her students to properly use language in their written work.  She was not directing her comments at anyone person. I am sorry if you felt offended.  Madalyn  ________________________________ To: rd-usa Sent: Tuesday, October 11, 2011 3:14 PM Subject: Re: Dr. Mercola on FNCE  " ...I wish RDs had to take more english classes so that they would use our language with greater accuracy " Wow. What an incredibly unhelpful and insulting comment. I'm not sure how that relates to junk food corporations' influence on our profession, or if she was referring to me personally for the one sentence I wrote (please excuse any grammatical errors...I assure you I have taken several English courses throughout my education, but sometimes we all slip up!), RD's in general misusing words, or if she was thinking the article was written by an RD?? Regardless, focusing on the exact meaning of the word " processed " misses the point that obviously there is a huge distinction between highly processed foods with low nutrient value, and preparation of whole, fresh foods at home. I'm struggling to understand how providing a nutrient-dense, shelf-stable product like Boost to an individual who is homeless and otherwise may not have access to nutritious foods, or one's own personal penchant for purchasing " processed " foods from a bulk store relates to the issue, either. Of course, there are situations, individuals, and groups for which these types of foods are entirely appropriate and safer and healthier than what they otherwise might eat! I don't think anyone is disputing that, I know I'm not! As I've said in the past, it's also not about deprivation, restriction, trying to get people to live forever, inciting riots (?), or telling people what they can't eat. My stand has always been that as nutrition experts our first goal should be to promote whole, real, delicious, fresh foods wherever possible and practical, and work to bring those to people with poor access. It certainly is not all-or-nothing, nor is it an out-there idea, considering the current state of health or country is in, and the standard American diet! It's puzzling how lonely a stance being an advocate of Food over " Food Products " is in the nutrition world sometimes, but it's one I'm sticking to! Anyway, enjoy your afternoon! , RD, PCD(DONA) land > > I forwarded this thread to another RD not on our listserve. > This is her response she does have a point >  > Madalyn >  > What does processed mean? This one of those terms that people like to use to incite riots. WHen you cut a vegetable you are processing it, when grains are ground they are being processed, when we cook, when we can, when we combine ingredients...so yes processed foods do go side by side with fresh foods...I wish RDs had to take more english classes so that they would use our language with greater accuracy > > > > > > > > > > >----- Forwarded Message ----- > > > >To: rd-usa > >Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 3:06 PM > >Subject: Dr. Mercola on FNCE > > > >Not a new complaint, but an interesting read nonetheless. I'd love to know > >your thoughts... > > > >http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/10/10/how-ada-are-manip\ ulated-by-food-industry.aspx?e_cid=20111010_DNL_art_3 > > > >The American Dietetic Association's (ADA) annual conference is often called > > " the world's largest meeting of food and nutrition experts. " According to > >the ADA, the conference brings together " more than 10,000 registered > >dietitians, nutrition science researchers, policy makers, health-care > >providers and industry leaders to address key issues affecting the health of > >America. " > > > >Interestingly though they never invited me or anyone that I recognize as a > >true expert in the use of diet to optimize human health to their conference. > > > >It is unclear how a conference that features exhibits by Coca-Cola, General > >Mills, and other processed food and junk-food giants could ever make a > >positive impact on Americans' health. > > > >Ditto for some of their presentations, such as one titled " A Fresh Look At > >Processed Foods, " presented by a 15-year Kellogg's veteran and an employee > >of the International Food Information Council, which according to > >Grist<http://www.grist.org/food/2011-09-26-pay-to-play-with-the-ada>has > >representatives from Dannon Co., General Mills, Kraft Foods, PepsiCo, > >and Mars, Inc. on its board of trustees. > > > >The speakers actually gave the message that processed foods are an important > >part of the American diet to be consumed along with fresh produce! > > > >This message is obviously not intended to help Americans' health, but rather > >pad the pockets of the processed food industry. Surprised that the ADA would > >be sending such a message? > > > >Don't be … > > > >(more at the link) > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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