12. Culinary Medicine: The future of healthcare | Jaclyn Albin, MD

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Dr. Jaclyn Albin, Director of Culinary Medicine, UT-Southwestern (Dallas, TX) a pioneer in culinary medicine, is here to change the way we think about food. Imagine blending health, flavor, and culture into every meal—whether it’s sneaking mushrooms into tacos or transforming family favorites into nutritional powerhouses. Her approach makes eating well not just easy but enjoyable, showing us that small tweaks can have a big impact on both our health and our communities.

TOPICS
00:00 Introduction to Culinary Medicine and Nutrition Education
03:10 Personal Journey into Culinary Medicine
05:55 Building Culinary Medicine Programs
09:06 Culinary Medicine in Patient Care
11:48 Group Classes and Community Engagement
15:09 Behavior Change and Patient Support
17:51 The Role of Community in Health
21:01 Cooking Classes and Practical Skills
23:46 Holistic Approach to Health
27:03 Dietary Strategies and Food Quality
31:40 The Importance of Nutrition and Eating the Rainbow
34:51 Accessible Nutrition: Legumes and Whole Grains
38:56 Culinary Resources for Healthy Eating
39:54 Cultural Sensitivity in Dietary Changes
42:41 Cooking Together: Building Family Bonds
45:59 Easy and Fun Plant-Forward Meals
49:24 Meal Prep: A Time-Saving Strategy
52:15 Gamifying Cooking: Making It Fun
55:59 The Growth of Culinary Medicine Programs
01:00:58 Community Engagement in Culinary Medicine
01:01:52 Final Thoughts: Small Wins in Nutrition
LinkedIn: Jaclyn Albin, MD, CCMS, DipABLM
Instagram: jlalbinmd

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