As consumers demand more from the food they eat, functional ingredients are becoming the most scalable and accessible expression of the food-as-medicine movement.
In this broadcast, we explore how consumers think about nutrition and their wellbeing as well as how CPG brands are leveraging science-backed bioactives, reformulating with purpose, and aligning product development with public health priorities. Join us as we examine where innovation is happening, which health outcomes are gaining traction, and how brands can balance efficacy, regulation and consumer trust.
 Cara Harbstreet Director of Nutrition Oatly North America Cara Harbstreet is a registered dietitian and the Director of Nutrition for Oatly, North America, where she oversees nutrition communications, stakeholder engagement, and thought leadership. Prior to joining Oatly, she founded a successful private practice and nutrition communications consultancy. Known for her relatable non-diet approach and expertise in sustainable eating patterns, Cara has worked extensively with consumers, health professionals, and food industry partners to promote informed, inclusive food choices. She holds a Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics and has been featured in national media as a trusted expert on variety of topics spanning health, sustainability, and food culture.  Dr. Federica Amati Head Nutritionist ZOE Dr. Federica Amati is the Head Nutritionist at ZOE, the nutrition science company leading the gut health revolution, and holds a PhD in Clinical Medicine Research from Imperial College London. She has a masters in Public Health and is an Association for Nutrition (AfN) Registered Nutritionist.
Federica is the author of Recipes for a Better Menopause and Sunday Times Bestseller Every Body Should Know This. Her approach focuses on improving overall dietary quality throughout the life course, using food as the best tool to transform health. She makes regular appearances in mainstream press, television, radio and podcasts.  Emma Schofield Associate Director Global Food Science Mintel Emma Schofield provides expert analysis and insights on ingredients, additives, health and wellness trends, labelling regulations, emerging developments in food technology and science, with a focus on their impact on new product development. As part of Mintel’s global food and drink analyst team, she spent nearly a decade delivering tailored projects for leading food/beverage clients. With >10 years’ prior experience in UK retail and manufacturing NPD, her work enables food industry organisations to better connect with B2B and B2C consumers, shaping communication strategies and future-focused innovation. Emma holds an MSc in Food Science from the University of Reading,  Joana Maricato Global Insights Research Manager Ingredion Joana Maricato is Global Insights Research Manager at Ingredion’s Insights Center of Excellence, where she leads consumer and market research for the global ingredients solutions company. She focuses on delivering actionable insights and strategies to create consumer-preferred products in today’s complex business environment. Joana has driven projects across the food and beverage industry, turning market trends into growth opportunities, including new market entries, brand portfolio expansion, and acquisitions. She holds a Biology degree and a Master’s in Health Food Innovation Management from Maastricht University, complemented by studies in marketing and business strategy at the London School of Economics.  Janet Carver Culinology Director Ingredion Janet Carver is a Food and Beverage Innovator with 35 years of industry experience. She established Ingredion’s Culinology® capability in 2003 and leads a global team across R&D kitchens in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, partnering with customers to accelerate product development and innovation. Janet has been an active member of the Research Chefs Association since 1998, serving as its first female President (2010–2012) and holding prior leadership roles. She also contributes to advisory boards for Cal Poly’s Food Science & Nutrition program and The Hatchery Chicago, supporting food entrepreneurs and industry growth.  Jing Zhou GSRA Nutrition Senior Manager Ingredion Jing Zhou is Senior Manager of Nutrition in Ingredion’s Global Scientific and Regulatory Affairs team. Since joining in 2018, she has provided nutrition science expertise to support Ingredion’s health and wellness business, innovation projects, and Go-to-Market teams. Jing represents Ingredion at trade and scientific organizations and collaborates with research institutions. Previously, she managed clinical nutrition and medical device research projects for over seven years, publishing 18 papers on protein, metabolic health, sleep, and muscle quality. A certified Project Management Professional, Jing earned her Ph.D. in Nutrition Science from Purdue University and a bachelor’s in Biology from Wuhan University.  Antonina Guest Insights Senior Manager Ingredion Nina Guest is Senior Manager of Insights at Ingredion, a professional with extensive experience driving consumer-centric strategies across global markets. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in both Business Administration and Psychology from the University of Miami. Nina has led insights initiatives for major brands across multiple industries (ingredients, beverages, foodservice/restaurants, theme parks), with both a market research and strategic decision-making lens. Passionate about transforming data into actionable knowledge, she brings a unique blend of analytical expertise and business acumen to help organizations stay ahead in dynamic markets.  Jessica Wellnitz Director of Business Development Bay State Milling With over 25 years of experience innovating in the food ingredient industry, Jessica has crafted a career focused on advancing health and nutrition through fiber-based solutions. As the Director of Business Development for Bay State Milling, she works across co-manufacturers, emerging brands, and non-traditional customers to help partners adopt HealthSense High-Fiber Wheat Flour in simple and scalable, yet innovative ways to align with the ever-changing food market landscape.  Katie Harris Technical Business Manager Bay State Milling As the Technical Business Manager at Bay State Milling, Katie is responsible for helping manufacturers identify and execute on new product innovation utilizing HealthSense High-Fiber Wheat Flour. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science and a Masters of Science degree in Human Nutrition, Katie is dedicated to bridging the gaps between food science and nutrition communities. After nearly a decade in R&D, her expertise in ingredient functionality, enzyme functionality, food science, nutrition science, and regulatory affairs allowed her to formulate and commercialize numerous revolutionary wheat-based products to deliver high-fiber and high-protein product claims.  Flora Southey Senior Editor FoodNavigator Senior Editor
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Flora Southey is the editor of FoodNavigator, shaping the title’s editorial direction and reporting on what’s driving change in the food and beverage industry. With over ten years of journalism experience, she brings deep expertise in food tech, health and nutrition, EU regulation and sustainability. Flora holds a Master’s degree from the University of Melbourne.
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