Dr. Paula Littlejohn (she/her)
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow
The Science Behind Calories and Nutrition Facts Labels
STEM Explained
Find out how scientists figure out the information on food nutrition labels and why that information can help to keep you healthy.
Celiac Disease: When You Really Need to Stay Gluten-Free
STEM Explained
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder. Gluten triggers an immune system response, seriously affecting nutrition.
Why are peas and corn classed as starches on food guides?
Hands-on Activities
Learn how test foods for starch.
Should We Eat Bugs?
STEM Explained
What's tasty, abundant and high in protein and vitamins? Bugs! Bugs feed about 2 billion people each day. They also hold promise for food security and sustainability.
Careers: Dietitian
Picture Collections
5 images of some work that a dietitian might do such as educating patients about how food affects their health
Zachary Emond
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Chef
Dean Simon
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Registered Dietitican, Private Consultant
Claire Bartman
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Food Quality Analyst, Analytical Chemistry
Ben Sit
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Registered Dietitian
Cynthia Goodchild (Video)
Food Management Entrepreneur (Innovation and Entrepreneurship)