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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom  I do agree. I've just always wished, in both humans and animals, that nutrition studies were so much richer and relevant. But, I just don't know if they ever will be bc of individual differences that make nutritional studies so difficult. In other words, how can we really study the actual results of nutrition in a really accurate way?? The fact is that right now, we really can't. Unless we could really do true metabolic I/O studies or whatnot, we're still just making best guesses in terms of utilizing what we really get out of current study results. You know what I mean?
I feel like the current way we're forced to "study" nutrition is more like appeasement or placating...rather than super scientific or metabolic in nature. To me, nutrition is still very much both an art and a science...and that really bugs me at times. At the same time though, I guess it reminds me of just how important it is that we should all be open minded about nutrition...bc it's really not a black and white science that provides us w/ concrete results. Reminds me of a quote someone sent me regarding "science" recently: "Not everything that counts can be counted"--  . So true. |
Personally, I don't wish to "study" nutrition. I rely on the people who have studied it to guide me....and by study, I mean actual degrees. I loved the vet nutritionist at GCVS and was so sad when RC snatched her up; but she wanted the challenge and professional growth that the job would bring. There are far too few vet nutritionists out there. I don't know the number that graduate each year, but it is small from what I understand and the large companies recruit them.
I honestly don't care what others feed their animals. I believe in science and believe it is important that the foods I use are formulated and/or approved by vet nutritionists, people who actually do study animal nutrition. I understand others don't feel the same way....that is fine for them.
I have a very basic knowledge and that works for me. I love the way my pups look and feel that what they are eating is fine for them. I am guided by my vets and also do email a vet nutritionist from time to time.