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Halal & Kosher Dietary Laws – The Breakdown

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This past Wednesday, I presented on the similarities and differences of halal and kosher dietary laws at IFT’s annual Wellness Conference. Chicago has a diverse population with varying dietary needs, some of which are fueled by religious obligation.  Being informed of these dietary laws, is the first step in helping my clients meet their nutritional […]

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Kosher 101

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Part of being a dietitian, is understanding different cultures and religious dietary laws.  I have been asked to speak at the 2012 IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo in Chicago.  I am part of a panel discussing the similarities and differences between kosher and halal dietary laws.   Let’s just start with kosher.  There are about six million Jews in […]

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