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Want to make a difference and change lives? You can. Drive the magic bus.
If I’ve learned something about food and nutrition professionals, it is that we aspire to be life-changers. We don’t enter this profession because it will make us rich or famous. We entered it because we wanted to make an impact. A positive impact. A life-changing impact.
However, reality happens. We don’t have the impact we desire. Clients don’t show up. Audiences stop following. Our messages seem to fall on deaf ears. We get disheartened. We get burned out.
Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
4 days ago6 min read


What makes a great media interview? Quality questions and answers!
This post shares 3 steps to prepare to be an interviewer and 6 characteristics of good interview questions.
Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Apr 33 min read


Why do Registered Dietitian Nutritionists need a seat at every table?
When it comes to conversations about food and nutrition, Registered Dietitian Nutritionists are the trusted, evidence-based experts. But only if we are invited to the “tables” where these conversations are taking place.
Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Mar 272 min read


How strong is consumer trust in food and nutrition science?
For 20 years, IFIC has surveyed Americans about their beliefs and behaviors about food and nutrition.
In recent years, IFIC has conducted two surveys asking Americans specifically about their trust in food and nutrition science. In this post, we will explore the key findings of these surveys about consumer trust and how best to respond.
Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND
Mar 203 min read
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