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Meet the team:
Sacha King (Nutrition Science Manager)
Sacha is a Registered Nutritionist. She has a Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Food Science and Technology (Honours) and a Graduate Diploma in Health Sciences (Human Nutrition). She is also a member of Australian Institute of Food Science & Technology and the Nutrition Society of Australia.
Shelley Dillon (Dietitian)
Shelley has a Bachelor of Dietetics and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Health Science) majoring in Food Science. She is also an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and serves on the Board of Trustees of the International Life Science Institute. She is a long-standing member of many professional organisations such as Nutrition Australia and the Food Industry Nutrition Group.
Chrystal Yam (Nutritionist)
Chrystal has a Bachelor of Applied Science (Food Science & Nutrition) with Honours. She is a member of Nutrition Australia, the Nutrition Society of Australia, Australian Institute of Food Science & Technology and the Food Industry Nutrition Group. She is also an honourary life member of the Golden Key Association.
Key Activities of the nutrition team include:
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Working closely with Product Development and Marketing to provide a range of nutritious products utilising scientific principles and current knowledge in Human Nutrition & Dietetics and Food Science and Technology. |
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Keeping track of the latest developments in health and nutrition.
Regularly reviewing our products and providing recommendations to improve nutrient composition by using quality, nutritious ingredients and processes that maximise nutrient retention. |
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Working to limit or decrease levels of energy, fat, saturated fat, sugar and sodium, and increase dietary fibre wherever possible. |
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Providing accurate product packaging information and promotional materials that contain easy to understand nutrition messages and claims to assist consumers in making informed food choices. |
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Liaising with consumers, nutrition and health professionals and other organisations such as the Heart Foundation, Diabetes Australia and Nutrition Australia. |
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Raising awareness about health and nutrition by providing educational material that promotes healthy eating and an active lifestyle. |
Our qualified nutritionists and dietitians are happy to answer any nutrition and diet related questions that you may have. Please email your questions or comments to: nutrition@simplot.com.au
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