In this episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast, host Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes, a sports dietitian and lifelong athlete, delves into the complexities of nutrition, particularly surrounding dairy and beef, with special guests Tara Vander Dussen and Natalie Kovarik. Lindsey and her guests discuss the nutritional benefits and misconceptions of dairy and beef products, including the debated use of hormones, the differences between grass-fed and grain-fed beef, and the resurgence of beef tallow in diets.
Tara, a fifth-generation dairy farmer and environmental scientist, and Natalie, a fourth-generation cattle rancher, provide insightful perspectives on food production, sustainability, and the reality of farming and ranching in America. Tune in for an enlightening conversation aimed at educating female athletes on making informed dietary choices.
Episode Highlights:
- 02:42 Special Guests: Tara and Natalie
- 04:15 The Benefits of Dairy and Beef
- 16:05 Debunking Myths About Dairy
- 22:29 Understanding Pasteurization and Raw Milk
- 31:26 Choosing Risks in Everyday Life
- 31:47 The Debate on Raw Milk
- 34:11 Understanding Dairy and Beef Cattle
- 38:34 Global Food Marketplace
- 40:49 Grass-Fed vs. Grain-Fed Beef
- 48:05 The Rise of Beef Tallow
- 54:49 Conclusion and Podcast Promotion
Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen are the dynamic co-hosts of top ranked podcast Discover Ag. With a combined decade-long dedication to advocating for agriculture across various social media platforms, they have cultivated a devoted community of over 270k individuals. Their presence extends far beyond the digital realm though, as they have graced stages both nationally and internationally, empowering their communities to reconnect with agriculture and the hands that feed us.
Connect with Natalie and Tara:
YouTube and IG @discoveragpodcast
Website: https://discoverag.com/
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