Food Sleuth Radio
Melinda Hemmelgarn
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Kendra Klein, PhD, Deputy Director of Science at Friends of the Earth, discusses the new report, “Regenerative Food Labels: What’s Behind the Claim?”
Did you know that there is no standard legal definition of “regenerative” food and agriculture? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with…
Andrew Flachs, PhD., Associate Professor of Anthropology at Purdue University, discusses his book, Feeding the World as If People Mattered: How Small Farms Produce Value Beyond Yields. (Part 2 of 2).
Did you know that agribusiness logic places emphasis on big yields while neglecting the value of small farms and gardens? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for…
Andrew Flachs, PhD., Associate Professor of Anthropology at Purdue University, and author of Feeding the World as If People Mattered: How Small Farms Produce Value Beyond Yields.
Did you know that the push towards efficiency is often a trap? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Andrew Flachs, PhD., Associate…
Lianne Sheppard, PhD, Professor, University of WA-Seattle, discusses highlights from the Seattle Glyphosate Symposium
Did you know that glyphosate is the most commonly used herbicide in the world, and because of its ubiquitous use, glyphosate can be found in most of our bodies? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and…
Margaret Martin, physical therapist, shares her expertise in the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis.
Did you know that mechanical stimulation nourishes our bones? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Margaret Martin, physical therapist…
Meghan Davis, DVM, PhD MPH, Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University, discusses “One Health,” and bird flu.
Did you know that 75 percent of immerging infectious diseases are zoonotic in origin? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Meghan Davis,…
Ami Zota, ScD, Professor, Columbia University discusses phthalates and other endocrine disrupting chemicals in our food supply.
Did you know that fast food products and ultra processed foods that contain toxic compounds such as phthalates, are more heavily marketed to people of color? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and…
Kari Hammerschlag, MS, Deputy Director of Friends of the Earth’s food and agriculture program discusses animal fats as potential reservoirs for fat-soluble environmental toxins, and our new dietary guidelines
Did you know that the fat in animal products can be a source for fat-soluble environmental toxins such as DDT and other pesticides? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda…
Shiloah Kviatkovsky, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopedics, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences discusses collagen.
Did you know that there is clinical evidence showing that collagen peptides may help support joint function, skin and bone health? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda…
Jessica Lebovits, Registered Dietitian discusses celiac disease and gluten-related disorders.
Did you know that a gluten-free diet doesn’t have to limit your quality of life? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Jessica Lebovits,…
Stacy Malkan, co-founder, U.S. Right to Know, discusses agribusiness influence on policy in Washington, DC.
Did you know that according to a recent Pew survey, more than 70% of American adults are concerned about exposure to toxic chemicals in their food and drinking water? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and…
Lee Evslin, MD, pediatrician, discusses the multiple health risks associated with the herbicide, glyphosate and how to avoid harm. (Part 2 of 2)
Did you know that glyphosate, the active ingredient in Monsanto/Bayer’s herbicide, Roundup, is an endocrine (hormone) disruptor, and antibiotic that negatively affects our gut microbes? Join Food…
Lee Evslin, MD, pediatrician, and author of Breakfast at Monsanto’s: Is Roundup in our food making us sicker, fatter, and sadder? (Part 1 of 2)
Did you know that even low-level exposures to commonly used pesticides pose harm to vulnerable populations such as pregnant women and children? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian,…
Kelly Verel, Co-Executive Director at Project for Public Spaces, describes the impacts of SNAP cuts to farmers’ markets and public health. (Part 2 of 2)
Did you know that cuts to SNAP will affect farmers’ incomes, rural economies and the ability of underserved populations to access fresh, local food at farmers’ markets? Join Food Sleuth Radio host…
Kelly Verel, Co-Executive Director at Project for Public Spaces, describes the multiple benefits of public markets. (Part 1 of 2)
Did you know that public market spaces, including farmers’ markets, are vital for regional economic resilience and public health? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda…
Melanie Betz, MS, RD, “The Kidney Dietitian” discusses how to prevent and treat kidney stones through diet.
Did you know that each year, more than 500,000 Americans visit the emergency room due to kidney stones; it’s estimated that approximately 1 in 10 people will develop a kidney stone in their lifetime?…
Amanda Edmonds, MS, University of Michigan defines food systems and describes the free webinar series: “Food Literacy for All.”
Did you know that the U. of MI offers a free webinar series titled: “Food Literacy for All”? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Amanda…
Alice Driver, PhD, author of Life and Death of the American Worker: The Immigrants Taking on America’s Largest Meatpacking Company, describes work inside Tyson meatpacking facilities.
Did you know that the Tyson meatpacking company reaps enormous profits on the backs of immigrant, prison, and in some cases even child labor? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian,…
Christopher Gardner, Ph.D., Professor of Medicine and Nutrition Scientist at Stanford University discusses the Dietary Guidelines.
Did you know that cost, convenience and taste almost always beat out health when it comes to making food choices? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her…
Seth Itzkan, cofounder of Soil4Climate, discusses soil restoration through regenerative grazing.
Did you know that The United Nations has designated 2026 as the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development (IVY 2026), the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, and the…
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Food Sleuth Radio has published 883 episodes since June 2009, covering topics in Fitness, Health & Fitness.
Food Sleuth Radio is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 28m.
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