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Iron Radio: New Changes to Dietary Recommendations and Fruit & Veggie Intake Analysis

In this episode of Iron Radio, Dr. Lonnie Lowery and Dr. Mike Nelson discuss upcoming changes to dietary recommendations set to be implemented by 2029, including the discontinuation of the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) and shifting the focus from "apparently healthy" individuals to the general population. They analyze the complexity of these recommendations and speculate on potential implications for nutrition guidelines. Additionally, the duo examines a study on the effectiveness of skin spectrometry in measuring fruit and vegetable intake, offering insights into practical applications and potential benefits for nutritional assessments. Tune in for an in-depth analysis on these pertinent topics and more.

01:08 New Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) for Macros

02:10 Dropping the AMDR and Its Implications

04:08 Shift from 'Apparently Healthy' to General Population

14:24 Iron Radio Updates and Announcements

16:17 New Book on Dietary Supplements in Sports Performance

17:27 Tech Gadgets for Measuring Fruit and Vegetable Intake

20:11 Surrogate Markers and Dietary Recalls

20:43 Carotenoids and Micronutrient Intake

21:28 Challenges in Dietary Reporting

22:54 Practical Tips for Increasing Veggie Intake

28:36 Spectrophotometer and Glycation Meters

32:04 Organic vs. Non-Organic Debate

32:57 Frozen Fruits and Practicality

34:25 Concluding Thoughts and Next Episode Teaser

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Phil, Jerrell, Mike T, and Lonnie