In this eye-opening episode of The Best You Podcast, Nick talks with Tara Vander Dussen, a fifth-generation dairy farmer and environmental scientist who’s on a mission to make farming and food production more transparent, sustainable, and understandable.

Tara has spoken on stages from SXSW to the United Nations, and brings science-backed clarity to the often murky world of agriculture.

We talk about what farming practices actually benefit your health and the environment, what food labels in the grocery store are meaningful, and which ones are complete nonsense. Tara also shares her perspective on the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement—the good, the hype, and the nuance.

If you’ve ever wanted to understand where your food really comes from—and how to shop smarter—this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

● The difference between sustainable and unsustainable farming practices

● How dairy farms like Tara’s manage water use and manure (yes, really!)

● What food labels actually mean—and which ones are marketing fluff

● The real story behind milk, cheese, and modern dairy production

● A science-based take on the MAHA Movement and clean eating trends