sugar

Is sugar bad for the environment?
October 20, 2021September 17, 2026

Is sugar bad for the environment? How does it impact the soil, water and air? Tune in to find out!
How to Curb Sugar Cravings
July 26, 2018September 17, 2026

“Why do I crave sugar?” Mary Purdy RD answers this question and discusses easy tips that can help you curb your cravings today.
Battle of the Bars! 5 Nutrition Bars Compete
November 22, 2017September 17, 2026

Find your perfect bar as Mary taste-tests and rates five contenders for Best Bar of 2017 based on ingredient quality nutritional value and taste.

Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, is a food systems strategist, speaker, and eco-dietitian working at the intersection of nutrition, regenerative agriculture, and planetary health. She helps organizations translate science into strategies that advance healthier people, resilient communities, and thriving ecosystems.

Mary is the author of two books, host of more than 130 podcast episodes, and a contributor to industry reports and white papers. She loves kale, sweet potatoes and pecans more than she can express.