VITALS & VALUES PODCAST
Welcome to Vitals & Values, a podcast that explores the intersection of modern medicine, human connection, and purpose-driven care. Each episode features thought leaders, clinicians, and changemakers who are reshaping healthcare from the inside out. Whether you’re a provider, patient, or simply curious about how values influence outcomes, this podcast offers timely insights and heartfelt conversations that matter.
Can We Trust America’s Nutrition Guidelines? RFK Jr., HHS, and the Politics of Food
In this episode of Vitals and Values, David Roden and Lara Baatenburg break down the newest U.S. dietary guidelines and ask: can we actually trust them? From RFK Jr.’s criticisms to the political and marketing forces behind public health messaging, they explore how these guidelines have evolved—and what they get right or miss. Topics include protein prioritization, saturated fat debates, whole grain recommendations, and the vague stance on alcohol. The hosts emphasize that these guidelines are meant for population health, not personal prescriptions, and highlight the social barriers to implementation. This is a timely, insightful conversation for anyone who wants to understand the real story behind what’s on our plates.