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June 6, 2025 25 mins

The word “healthy” gets tossed around a lot, but what does it actually

mean when it comes to food? In Episode 192 of the Real World Nutrition podcast, Shelley Rael, MS, RDN, discusses the complex layers of confusion and misinformation surrounding the term “healthy.” From food marketing tactics to outdated perceptions, Shelley explains why this term is more complicated than it seems.

 

She dives into what the FDA considers a “healthy” food (yes, there’s an official definition!) and why some foods you might assume are healthy—like almonds or salmon—haven’t always met that standard. Shelley also explores how labeling influences consumer choices and how different individuals define “healthy” in highly personal ways.

 

This episode encourages listeners to look beyond labels, embrace flexibility, and recognize that no single food is the sole determinant of your overall health. For more on this topic, visit the companion blog at https://www.shelleyrael.com/blog/healthy-food-defined

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Read More: What Defines a Healthy Food? The FDA’s Updated Criteria Explained June 3, 2025

 

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