Organic vs NonOrganic- What do Myeloma Patients Need to Know?
Kailey Proctor MPH, RDN, CSO joins the Nutrition and Wellness for Myeloma Chapter to answer the commonly asked question of which organic products matter when it comes to getting the best nutrition for myeloma patients and caregivers. What do we need to know about pesticides and chemicals when it comes to farming? What foods should we focus on buying organic- and which ones are a marketing ploy? Answers to these question can bring peace of mind. We can't wait to learn with you!
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Audrey introduces the agenda of the event and featured speaker Kailey Proctor MPH, RDN, CSO.
Kailey Proctor talks about organic vs nonorganic food.
Audrey Burton-Bethke
Audrey joined the HealthTree Foundation as the Myeloma Community Program Director in 2020. While not knowing much about myeloma at the start, she has since worked hard to educate herself, empathize and learn from others' experiences. She loves this job. Audrey is passionate about serving others, loves learning, and enjoys a nice mug of hot chocolate no matter the weather.
Kailey Proctor MPH, RDN, CSO
Kailey is the outpatient oncology dietitian at City of Hope Orange County. She has worked with cancer patients for a little over five years and enjoys interacting with patients and their caregivers throughout their cancer journey. Before working as a dietitian, she received her bachelor's degree in human nutrition foods and exercise with a concentration in dietetics from Virginia Tech. She completed her dietitian internship through Cal Poly SLO with rotations in Santa Barbara. After she became a dietitian, she went on to earn a masters of public health of the University of Virginia. When she isn't working, Kailey enjoys trying new restaurants throughout Orange County, hiking near the coast or spending time reading a book with her three year old cat, Coconut.