Food as Medicine: Reducing Waste for a Healthier Future

Is it possible to harness the power of food as medicine and prioritize nutritional and public health outcomes while simultaneously reducing food waste? In what promises to be an enlightening discussion, we’ll examine the intricate connections between efforts to improve public health and transform our food system. By centering nutritional and public health goals, we'll uncover strategies to optimize food production, value-added processing, distribution, and consumption - all while minimizing waste. Our panel will navigate the complexities of promoting health and sustainability within the food system, offering actionable insights to create a healthier, more resilient future for all.
Speakers:
- Melissa Ackerman
- Dr. Lara Ramdin
- Emma Sirois
- Wendelin Slusser, MD, MS