How culinary nutrition is changing dietetic practice
From Dietitian Connection Podcast by Dietitian Connection
October 30, 2025 · 42 min · Season 1 · Episode 238
About this episode
Sharon Croxford discusses how culinary nutrition is transforming dietetic practice by integrating food, culture, and science.
Culinary nutrition is reshaping how dietitians connect food, culture and science – and Sharon Croxford is leading the way. An award-winning academic, chef and dietitian, Sharon shares her journey from Istanbul cooking schools to Australian classrooms, and how she's helping redefine the role of food and culture in dietetic practice. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on this evolving field. In this episode, we discuss: What makes culinary nutrition distinct from traditional approaches to food prep and cooking skills Key competencies and pathways into the field Strategies to understand diverse food cultures The importance of curiosity and lifelong learning in dietetics Hosted by Brooke Delfino Click here for the shownotes. The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to…
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Host: Brooke Delfino
Guest: Sharon Croxford
Topics covered
- culinary nutrition
- dietetic practice
- food culture
- cooking skills
- lifelong learning
Keywords
- culinary nutrition
- dietitians
- food culture
- cooking skills
- dietetic practice
- curiosity
- lifelong learning
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Places: Istanbul, Australia
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