Episode 2: Food Groups vs Nutrients

Written By Shelley Rael, MS RDN

Episode 2: Food Groups vs. Nutrients

While people often use some of the information interchangeably, these are two different things.

Nutrients are what our body needs to survive, and food groups are general classifications of foods. So carbohydrates are a nutrient and not a food group. 

In this episode, I go into the details and distinction of what nutrients and what are food groups. And which nutrients are found in which food groups. 

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Shelley Rael, MS RDN

Shelley A. Rael, MS RDN, is a dedicated Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in New Mexico, USA. As the owner of Real World Nutrition, her private practice, she's passionate about guiding individuals toward eating and living healthier in the real world. Beyond one-on-one consultations, Shelley is a multifaceted professional. She's a podcaster, author, speaker, and consultant known for her commitment to dispelling nutrition myths and providing evidence-based information. Her mission is to empower people to achieve improved health, wellness, and energy without resorting to restrictive diets or misinformation.

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