Speaking Engagements

Speaking engagements presented by Melinda consist of engaging plant-based and vegan nutrition education presentations to various venues, including vegan events, organization lunch and learns, senior centers, recreation centers, libraries, employee wellness programs, hospitals, and colleges.

Close-up of Dietitian Melinda Benz with a Microphone

Examples of Presentation Topics:

  • The Nutrition Science of Plant-Rich Vegan Eating
  • Maximizing Vegan Staples
  • Common Misconceptions about Vegan Diets
  • Practicing Mindful Eating
  • Introduction to a Plant-Based Lifestyle
  • Essential Nutrients on a Vegan Diet
  • Plant-Based Foods for Supporting Bone Health
  • Budget-Friendly Vegan Eating
  • Plant-Based Eating for Health Promotion
  • Vegan Meal Planning
  • Plant Protein-Packed Foods
  • Vegan Eating On-the-Go

Melinda brings an enthusiastic and down-to-earth approach to nutrition science!

Melinda was honored to be a speaker at Colorado VegFest 2023 and 2024!

Other Media Appearances:

  • Scientific Update summary (microalgae supplementation) in the Vegetarian Resource Group’s Vegan Journal; Issue 3, 2023

  • Plant-forward nutrition interview article in the Longmont Magazine; January/February 2025 Issue
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