Joanne Slavin, Ph.D., RD, is a Professor of Food Science and Nutrition at University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA. Dr. Slavin’s research is focused on human metabolic and invitro studies in the areas of digestive health and satiety, with interventions that include carbohydrates, fibre, protein and whole food studies. Dr. Slavin has served as a scientific advisor with many professional organisations, most recently she served on the 2010 US Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, and is respected internationally for her expertise in fibre and whole grain studies.
This is a very interesting article that was first posted in June 2025, and due to its popularity the KHNI would like to draw your attention to this informative read. Over the past decade, the global prevalence of obesity has escalated to alarming levels, prompting significant public health concerns. In 2022, approximately 1 in 8… Read more »
Joanne Slavin, PhD, RD is a leading nutrition researcher in the areas of fiber and general wellness. We sat down with her to get her perspective on the future of nutrition, including hot topics like plant proteins, changing fiber regulations, and what’s on the horizon. Dr. Slavin is a Professor in the Department of Food… Read more »
Sugar continues to dominate the limelight for both consumers and policymakers, but these discussions can often leave us with many questions. What are the health effects of eating too much sugar? Does it matter what kind of sugar? The consumer demand for products low in sugar can also be technically challenging for food scientists due… Read more »
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