Ashley Nickelsen, founder of B.T.R. Nation and biochemist, shares her mission to improve the food system through healthy snacks. She reveals the biggest culprits in food ingredients, explaining the mysteries behind natural flavors and dyes. Discover why hospital food is notoriously unhealthy and the hurdles in changing it. Ashley advocates for transparency in food labeling, emphasizing that a balanced diet shouldn’t add stress. Plus, she recounts her journey to wellness and the importance of simple, nutritious choices for busy lifestyles.