Lecturer Maria MERLJAK, univ. dipl. ing. life sciences, has always been interested in food science, which is why she has completely dedicated her career to it. She works well with the media: she writes for newspapers and magazines and regularly appears on television and radio shows with advice. She is certainly well known to all of you who follow the Dobro jutro show on RTV SLO1. She is also the author of six manuals, the last of which has just been released. We will listen to her advice, which stems from the thesis: 'Balance on the plate, balance in the body'. Health is one of our most important values. When we have health problems, we tirelessly search for ways to feel better, and solutions are sometimes closer than we imagine. Then we may realize the importance of home-grown food, recommendations from folk experiences, practical old and proven recipes from home cooking... If you follow the Dobro jutro show on RTVSLO1, you know her well and know that her good advice will not run out. You are welcome!