SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (Good Things Utah) - Nicea DeGering joins dietitian Trish Brimhall in the kitchen this morning to highlight the importance of trying foods from different cultures and how it can strengthen your relationship with food. Incorporating a wider variety of foods into your diet not only adds excitement but also supports gut and overall body health.

Trish explains that the gut microbiome thrives on diversity, when you consistently introduce new foods and nutrients, it helps improve digestion and promotes better health from the inside out. She emphasizes that a "bored" gut, caused by eating the same foods repeatedly, can limit these benefits.

For those who tend to stick to the same meals, like chicken tenders or toast, there are simple ways to expand their palate. Start by connecting food to something they already enjoy, such as favorite movies, books, music, or even their cultural background. Exploring family traditions or cuisines tied to personal interests can make trying new foods more meaningful and less intimidating. Trish also notes that it often takes multiple attempts to enjoy a new food, so persistence is key, don't give up after just one try.

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Finally, one of the most effective ways to build a connection with food is by growing, preparing, and cooking it yourself. This hands on approach creates a sense of investment and curiosity, making the experience more enjoyable. With so many ingredients and cuisines to explore, learning how to use new foods can be as simple as doing a quick search online. Overall, trying new foods is a fun and accessible way to rediscover enjoyment in eating while supporting your health.

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Trish also notes that it often takes multiple attempts to enjoy a new food, so persistence is key, don't give up after just one try.

Reading the wider picture

Costs, supply and public patience all move at different speeds, and the friction between them is where most food-industry stories actually begin.

Key takeaways

  • SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (Good Things Utah) - Nicea DeGering joins dietitian Trish Brimhall in the kitchen this morning to highlight the importance of trying foods from different cultures and how it can strengthen your relationship with food
  • Trish explains that the gut microbiome thrives on diversity, when you consistently introduce new foods and nutrients, it helps improve digestion and promotes better health from the inside out
  • For those who tend to stick to the same meals, like chicken tenders or toast, there are simple ways to expand their palate
  • One of the most effective ways to build a connection with food is by growing, preparing, and cooking it yourself
  • Make sure to keep up with Trish to get more healthy recipe ideas, Improve Health | Nutritious Intent, and follow her IG: Nutritious Intent (@nutritious_intent)

In short

Every change in the food industry eventually reaches the same test, which is whether people keep choosing it once the novelty has worn off.