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Doctors in training learn cooking skills to help patients amid America's chronic disease crisis
- Future doctors are learning cooking skills as part of culinary medicine to help patients with nutrition advice.
- Tulane University’s Goldring Center runs teaching kitchens for medical and nursing students since 2012.
- Tufts University launched a culinary medicine course in 2025 and partners with Community Servings.
- Programs emphasize adding healthier ingredients rather than forcing abrupt diet changes.
- Students practice practical cooking techniques to pass on to patients, including meal prep and organization.
- Desert desserts are reimagined with higher fiber, lower fat in culinary courses.
- Faculty say nutrition training helps prevent disease by teaching patients practical recipes.
- The culinary medicine movement includes dozens of medical, nursing, and residency programs nationwide.
- Experts say hands-on cooking training helps doctors counsel patients effectively on healthier eating.
- The trend reflects rising rates of diet-related diseases fueling demand for nutrition-focused care.
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