Getting Cultured with Fermented Dairy Foods


Presenter: Delancey Prince, RDN, LD

Description: 

Perhaps it is the combination of their unique taste profile, artisanal aura, and health benefits that has secured fermented foods a top spot with trend spotters across the globe. Join us as Delancey Prince, RDN, LD, explains the nuances between fermented foods and probiotics. In addition, she will discuss emerging evidence on yogurt’s role in reducing inflammation and explore how the unique matrix of fermented dairy foods may be associated with reduced risk of some chronic diseases. 

After this presentation, attendees should be able to: 
•    Distinguish between fermented foods and probiotics.
•    Describe the benefits of the dairy food matrix.
•    Discuss the growing body of scientific evidence supporting consumption of fermented dairy foods and reduced risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, as well as emerging evidence on yogurt’s role in reducing inflammation.
•    Provide practical examples for incorporating fermented dairy foods in healthy and appealing eating patterns.