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In this nutritious and informative episode of The Real P3 Podcast, we are pleased to welcome Kristen Hicks-Roof, a dedicated dietitian from the National Pork Board. Kristen brings her professional expertise and personal experiences as a mother to discuss the significant role of pork in cultivating healthy eating patterns in children.

What You Will Learn:

• Pork as a Versatile Protein: Discover how pork can be utilized in various delicious and nutritious dishes such as carnitas, smoked pork sandwiches, and ground pork recipes. Kristen emphasizes pork's versatility and benefits as a critical protein source.
• Introducing Children to New Foods: Kristen shares her insights on the importance of exposing children to diverse foods multiple times, which helps them adapt to new flavors and textures. This approach is crucial in helping children develop a palate for various dietary choices.
• Strategies for Picky Eaters: Learn effective methods for encouraging picky eaters to try new foods. Kristen suggests blending familiar foods with new ones to make the transition more comfortable and less daunting for children.
• Role of Parents in Dietary Habits: The discussion highlights how parents can be role models in encouraging diverse eating habits. Kristen talks about the importance of how food is presented and making mealtime fun and appealing to children.
• Collaborative Efforts for Promoting Pork: Kristen discusses the collaboration between the National Pork Board and the Culinary Institute of America to train chefs and dietitians to innovate with pork and promote its numerous nutritional benefits.

Kristen’s passion for nutrition and practical advice make this episode a must-listen for parents and anyone interested in enhancing their cooking repertoire with healthy, pork-based options. Her dual perspective as a dietitian and a mother provides a relatable and authoritative voice on the positive impacts of integrating pork into children’s diets.

To learn more about pork and nutrition, visit pork.org/nutrition.

This episode, which previously aired on Coffee in the Barn, is part of the transition to combining podcasts and missions into one. 

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