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Are Carbs Really Bad? The Truth About Processed Foods & Balanced Eating
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Eating healthy can feel confusing with so much information about carbs, processed foods, and diets. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, host Sandra Peebles sits down with registered dietitian Lucette Talamas and Executive Chef Yanelis Diaz to break down what healthy eating actually looks like.
They discuss the plate method, the truth about carbohydrates, the difference between processed and ultra-processed foods, and how to enjoy cultural favorites while still maintaining a balanced diet.
You’ll also learn how Baptist Health prepares nutritious meals for thousands of patients, staff, and visitors every day while keeping food flavorful and satisfying.
If you're looking for simple, realistic ways to improve your diet without eliminating the foods you love, this conversation is packed with practical tips you can start using today.
Host:
Sandra Peebles
Award-Winning Journalist
Guests:
Lucette Talamas, RD
Registered Dietitian
Baptist Health
Chef Yanelis Diaz
Executive Chef
Baptist Health Baptist Hospital
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