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\"Tessa<\/span><\/div><\/div>

Food and exercise<\/h1>\n

Levers of our society<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>

Food and exercise are levers of our society. But there is work to be done. The food system needs to be more sustainable, and we live a passive life. Change is not just a dream, but within reach. <\/p>\n

I like to contribute to that change, based my own knowledge and experience. Based on science, experience and common sense, and flavoured with personal stories. I strongly believe in constructive dialogue. Listening to each other and looking for solutions together. The intentions are usually good, but often prejudices and emotions hinder a healthy dialogue. There is a need for a broad view of the challenges, a view that extends beyond our own backyard. <\/p>\n

Are you just a passer-by, fascinated by sustainable food or running? Then get inspired by my blogs about food and my podcast about running. Or take a look at my running story, written down in the book 'My journey as a marathoner<\/a>'.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

Let&apos;s talk<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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\nEurope needs to grow her own food Opinion in the summer series of SAMPOL The European food system is interwoven in a global network with countless...<\/div>\n <\/div>
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\nEating too much meat makes us all pay the price Opinion together with Marleen Finoulst De Tijd - 20 juni 2025 Whether you like it or not, meat does...<\/div>\n <\/div>
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\nBayer Event - 10 juni 2025 - Koninklijk Belgisch instituut voor Natuurwetenschappen, Brussel In a nutshell Bayer organized a two day conference in...<\/div>\n <\/div>
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\nThe Power of Fruit and Vegetables \u2013 boosting health and sustainability What is the role of fruits and vegetables in promoting health and...<\/div>\n <\/div>
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Tessa gave an inspiring and moving talk about her personal story about nutrition and excercise. It fitted in perfectly as the closing event for VITO's veggie challenge month, where Tessa made parallels between changing diet and her marathon journey: dreaming big, setting goals, making small steps, and celebrating victories.\r\nTessa's warm & confident positivity radiated throughout the day, and we look forward welcoming her again at VITO!<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n
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