Today's Nutrition

Today I want to talk about something I suffered with and recovered from so I am intimately familiar with this topic that I used natural means to reverse 50 years ago when I was facing a hysterectomy. PCOS now renamed PMOS. But underneath the topic, I want to stress that science is never done, we must continue to improve and discard the outdated and less satisfactory ways of dealing with disease. PMOS- The Old PCOS

Akkermansia muciniphila.I know, That's quite a name. I want to start by saying this is not another miracle probiotic story. I don't believe there is one food, one supplement or one bacterium that suddenly fixes our health. But Akkermansia is fascinating because it gives us another glimpse into just how connected the gut is to the rest of the body—and particularly to our metabolic health. Akkermansia and GLP-1

Today, we're talking about something I hear all the time:“I'm eating better. I'm exercising. I'm trying to lose weight. But this belly fat just will not go away.”And maybe you've been told, “It's your cortisol.”Well, today I want to unpack that because there's truth there—but there's also a lot of misinformation. Cortisol and Weight

We have been told that losing weight is simply a matter of calories in and calories out. Eat less. Exercise more. Have more willpower. And certainly, calories matter. We cannot completely ignore the laws of energy balance. But after working in nutrition for 50 years, I can tell you that the human body is much more complicated than a calorie calculator.Your body is a living, breathing, adapting biological system. And the question isn't simply, “How many calories did I eat today?” We need to ask: What kind of food did those calories come from? What did that food do to my hunger? What did it do to my blood sugar and insulin? Did it nourish my muscles? Did it leave me satisfied—or searching the cupboard two hours later or wanting to finish the meal with something sweet? Sustainable Weight Loss

Kids are back in school. We're spending more time indoors. Somebody at work starts coughing, a grandchild comes home with a runny nose, and pretty soon it seems like everybody in the family has something.But here's a question I find fascinating.Why can two people be exposed to exactly the same virus, and one gets sick while the other one doesn't?Obviously, there are lots of variables involved. But I think we spend so much time talking about the germ that we sometimes forget about the host.In other words, what condition is your immune system in when that germ shows up? Pleuran Mushroom Power

Today I want to talk about something that I think could completely change the way you look at your health. Things that helped me reverse my own metabolic disease 50 years ago,You know, I love the book Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means, and I love the basic premise of it because it reinforces something I have believed, experienced for myself and my clients and taught for many years: many of the diseases we think of as completely separate problems may actually have some of the same underlying metabolic roots. Heavenly Reset

Turn the package around.Forget the beautiful picture on the front.Forget “natural.”Forget “high protein.”Forget “keto friendly.”Forget “made with whole grains.” Or gluten free or organic, or whateverForget the little green leaves they put on the package to make you think something wonderful just came out of somebody's garden!Turn it around and look at what's actually in it.Because today we're talking about ultra-processed foods, food additives and something called GRAS—Generally Recognized As Safe. Ultra Processed Food &n GRAS Download

Longevity.Everybody wants to know how to live to 100. What should I eat? What supplement should I take? Should I fast? Should I take NAD? Should I sit in a sauna, jump into an ice bath, wear a continuous glucose monitor and track every minute of my sleep?But I think we're starting with the wrong question. Live To100

Where did this belly come from?”Maybe you're 48, 55 or 65, and suddenly your body doesn't seem to be following the same rules anymore.You're eating pretty much the way you've always eaten.Maybe the number on the scale hasn't even changed that much.But your pants don't fit.Your waistline is disappearing.And the weight that used to settle around your hips and thighs seems to have packed its bags and moved straight to your belly!And inevitably I hear:“I'm doing everything I used to do, and it isn't working anymore.”There's a reason for that. Menopause belly isn't simply about calories.Calories still matter, of course. But during the menopausal transition, we're dealing with changes in estrogen, muscle, insulin sensitivity, sleep and stress—all at the same time. Menopause belly 9-6-26

Now, if I had mentioned creatine 20 years ago, you probably would have pictured a young guy in the gym trying to build enormous biceps. But today we're having a very different conversation about creatine. The new conversation is about women and healthy aging. We're talking about preserving muscle as we age.We're talking about menopause. We're talking about the brain. We're even talking about what happens to our brains when we don't get enough sleep. CREATINE 8-30-26

Your gut makes weight-loss hormones.Now, most of us think of the digestive tract as basically a long tube. Food goes in, nutrients get absorbed, waste comes out.But your gut is oh so much more than that.Your intestinal tract is actually part of your endocrine system- your whole hormone system that I wrote about in my book-Get out of Hormone Hell 6 Heavenly Steps to Lose weight, feel great and reverse aging. The gut contains specialized cells called enteroendocrine cells that sense when and what you eat and release hormones in response. Microbiome and GLP-1

Protein is having a moment!Walk through the grocery store and suddenly everything is “high protein.” We have protein cereal, protein bars, protein chips, protein pancakes, protein ice cream—you name it, manufacturers have figured out they need to put the word protein on the front of the package.A new word: proteinmaxxing—trying to pack as much protein as possible into your day.But do we really need all of this protein? Are Americans protein deficient? Can you get too much? And maybe the most important question for those of us who want to stay healthy, active and independent as we age: Should we upgrade our intake? Studies have now come out that suggest protein restriction is linked to increased longevity. Oh my what to believe? Protein Update

Maybe you have considered taking GLP-1 or your friends have lost 30-40 or even 50+ pounds. There is not judgement here. It can be lifesaving for many people. Today, we're going to talk about what GLP-1 actually is, why so many people have lost the ability to produce and respond to it optimally, and then we'll discuss practical, natural ways to boost it and finally, how to minimize side effects if you choose to take one of these medications. GLP-1

Today we're going to explore how fasting interacts with women's hormones and why the best approach often changes throughout different stages of life.One of the biggest mistakes in the nutrition world is assuming that if something works for one person, it should work for everyone.Human biology doesn't work that way.Women have a much more dynamic hormonal environment than men. iNSULIN RESISTANCE AND FASTING 7-26

If I could wave a magic wand and help every listener understand one thing about their health, it might be this:Insulin resistance.It isn't glamorous. It doesn't get the attention that cholesterol, blood pressure, or even weight loss gets. But insulin resistance may be the hidden driver behind many of the health problems we see today. Weight gain. Fatigue. Prediabetes. Type 2 diabetes. Fatty liver disease. Heart disease. Brain fog. Acne. PCOS- yes it has finally been renamed PMOS-(m for metabolic) And even cognitive decline.The good news? Insulin resistance is reversible. And one of the most powerful tools we have to improve it may be something that's absolutely free. Fasting & Insulin Resistance

What if one of the most powerful tools for protecting your brain isn't found in a prescription bottle?What if it isn't a supplement?What if it's simply giving your brain a break from eating? Now before you think I've lost my mind, stay with me. Many people assume that if they skip a meal, their brain will stop working. We've been told for years that we need constant fuel, constant snacks, and a steady stream of glucose to keep our brains functioning. Yet when many people begin practicing fasting or time-restricted eating, they report something unexpected. They feel sharper. They think more clearly. They focus better. Fasting and the Brain

Today we're tackling one of the hottest topics in medicine, nutrition, and weight loss. GLP-1 medications.You know them by names like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound. You've seen the commercials.You've heard the celebrity stories. You probably know someone taking one. Maybe you're taking one yourself.These medications have transformed the conversation around weight loss, and for many people they have been life-changing. But they've also raised some important questions. Can we naturally stimulate our own GLP-1? And now, Can fasting provide some of the same benefits?And is the future of weight management medication, lifestyle, or a combination of both? Fasting & GLP-1

Have you ever noticed that some people reach their 80s, 90s, and even 100 years old and are still active, engaged, sharp, and enjoying life, while others struggle many decades earlier?What is their secret?Is it genetics? Is it luck? Is there some special supplement they've discovered?As it turns out, the answer is probably much simpler—and much more encouraging—than you might think.Today we're beginning a conversation about longevity and one of the most fascinating discoveries in aging research: the possibility that periods of fasting may help activate some of the body's natural repair and renewal systems. lONGEVITY AND FASTING 7-5

Today we're going to explore the fascinating history of fasting, what science is discovering about its benefits, and why taking a break from food may be one of the most powerful tools we have for improving health. But now, it seems like everywhere you turn someone is talking about intermittent fasting, time-restricted eating, fasting for longevity, fasting for weight loss, or fasting for brain health. Fasting Mimicking Diet

Information -True-Fake? It is all over the internet, With artificial intelligence, fake authority videos are becoming harder and harder to recognize.Videos can imitate doctors. Voices can be cloned. Images can be manipulated. People can sound incredibly convincing while spreading completely inaccurate information.You would swear it is Oprah, or Dr Oz, me or even Bobby Kennedy Jr. hawking something that you can't get anywhere else. Now let me say this clearly: There is wonderful health education online today. There are excellent practitioners sharing valuable information. BUT… AI- Beware

Now when most people think about gut health, they think about symptoms like: Bloating. Gas. Constipation. Heartburn. Maybe indigestion after meals.But your gut is connected to and influences every major system in the body.Your immune system. Your metabolism. Your hormones. Your brain. Your mood. Your skin. Your energy.Even how you fast or slowly you age.In many ways, the gut acts like the foundation of health. Happy gut Happy life

Let me ask you a question today… are you tired of being tired? So many people are exhausted right now. They wake up tired, depend on caffeine all day long, hit the afternoon wall around 2 or 3 o'clock, and then somehow become wired at bedtime. OR wake up and toss and turn in the wee hours. They drag themselves through the next day wondering, “What is wrong with me?” and where is the sugary coffee to get me through. And sadly, many people have accepted fatigue as normal. It's not! Why Are You SO Tired?

Today we are talking about one of the most misunderstood nutrients in modern nutrition — protein.And honestly, I believe this may be one of the biggest missing pieces in healthy aging today.I see so many adults over 50 struggling with: Weight gain. Fatigue. Weakness. Brain fog. Blood sugar problems. Loss of muscle tone.- getting flabbier. Slow metabolism. Poor recovery.And feeling older than they should. Protein After 50

today we're talking about something that sounds complicated and scientific—but it affects nearly every aspect of your health. Because if you struggle with fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, hormone imbalance, anxiety, depression, poor detoxification, feel like bad health just “runs in the family”, cardiovascular concerns, or just feeling older than you should… methylation may be part of the story. Unlocking Your Chemistry

Now, most people only think about uric acid if someone has gout. You know—the painful swelling in the big toe that historically was called “the disease of kings.” That was because the kings ate rich food the poor people, who were healthier, couldn't afford the refined food. Now about all of us can eat like kings and that isn't good. According to neurologist and researcher David Perlmutter in his fascinating book Drop Acid, elevated uric acid may be quietly damaging metabolic health long before gout ever develops Uric Acid Secrets

Cancer Prevention: Changing the ConversationYou know, when most people hear the word cancer, there's an immediate reaction. Fear. It seems every day we hear about another friend, relative, or loved one with the diagnosis.The last month, that has hit my family-again- and fuels my motivation to help you prevent that diagnosis for yourself. No Cancer Allowed

Today we're going to talk about something that sits at the root of almost every chronic disease we see today.It's called chronic inflammation.Now when most people hear the word inflammation, they think of something obvious — maybe a swollen ankle, a red rash, or a painful joint. Actually, that type of inflammation is actually a good thing. It may hurt but It's your body's emergency response system.If you cut your finger, your immune system rushes in to stop infection and repair tissue. You get redness, swelling, heat — and then healing. That's called acute inflammation, and it's just a beautiful example of how well the body is designed. But today we're not dealing with just short-term inflammation anymore. We're living in what we in functional health call the inflammation epidemic — a situation where millions of people are walking around with low-grade fire of chronic inflammation simmering inside their bodies every single day.

Now if you've been following the Making America Healthy Again movement, or what I like to call MYHA — Making YOU Healthy Again, you've probably heard this conversation starting to bubble up everywhere.People are asking: Are seed oils healthy? Are they inflammatory? And why are they suddenly in everything we eat? Don't they reduce cholesterol? Today I want to walk you through what seed oils are, how they're actually made, and why many metabolic health experts are raising concerns about them. And like always, I'm going to break this down so it makes sense and is practical for real life.

And today we're going to talk about a Mediterranean village that has captured the attention of longevity researchers: including me. As the decades click by, life becomes more dear with each passing day. Acciaroli, Italy is a tiny seaside village, home to an unusually large number of people living into their 90s and even past 100 years old. Now what makes this so interesting is not just that they live a long time. It's that many of them live well. They continue walking the village streets, tending gardens, and sharing meals and going to church with neighbors. No cataracts, cardiovascular profile of a 20 year old, no broken bones, great hormones, and no real signs of what we consider normal aging. So naturally scientists began asking: What are they doing differently?

But like many powerful medical tools, there's an important conversation happening right now about benefits, risks, and long-term metabolic consequences.So today we're going to walk through:• what GLP-1 medications are • how they work • why they are so effective • the metabolic benefits • and some emerging concerns — including nutritional deficiencies, hair loss, and even cases of scurvy. Yes… scurvy. A disease we normally associate with 17th-century sailors is now occasionally appearing in the conversation around modern weight-loss drugs.

Today we're going to talk about something incredibly important that most people have never heard clearly explained. That is metabolic stress. And this is so much more than how we burn calories. It is about disease prevention.Now most people believe disease appears suddenly. One day you're fine and the next day the doctor tells you that you have high cholesterol, prediabetes, heart disease, or metabolic syndrome. Or that we just have to start watching your fatty liver! That is so crazy in my mind when that is just like waiting for a bomb to go off!

Because let's face it—most people don't worry about brain health until they start misplacing their keys… forgetting names… or walking into a room and wondering why they went there or even what I had for breakfast yesterday. But here's the important message I want you to hear today:Cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging. In fact, research now suggests that many of the factors driving brain aging are lifestyle-related, which means we have a tremendous amount of control over how our brain ages.

Today we're going deep — microscopic deep.We're talking about mitochondria.Now don't let that word intimidate you. This is not a high school biology lecture. This is about your energy, your metabolism, your brain clarity, your ability to burn fat, your resilience to stress — and yes, even how fast you age.Because mitochondria are the spark plugs of your cells.

I hear a lot of talk on social about a tiny little molecule these days, so I thought I would clear up any misunderstanding and give you the facts. This little molecule is really important and acts like a master switch for cardiovascular health, metabolic health, brain function, and even performance. That molecule is nitric oxide.

It's the winter metabolic slowdown.You know what I mean.You feel a little more tired A little more snacky. A little less motivated to move. The scale creeps up. Your jeans feel snug. And suddenly you're wondering, “What happened to my metabolism?” And the winter can even bring on the bluesLet me reassure you.Winter metabolic slowdown is not a character flaw. It's physiology.But here's the good news — we can work with it instead of against it. With a little knowledge.

Today's topic comes from people asking me if I knew anything about the increase rate of cancers and particularly what doctors are calling “turbo cancers”- coming out of nowhere after covid, and raging through the body with terrifying speed. I was listening to another podcast that featured Dr. Patrick Soon Shiong whose approach to cancer treatment is to strengthen the patient's immune system- particularly the IL-15 cells and Natural Killer cells, rather than solely relying on conventional treatments that deplete body, and the immune cells.

For decades, we were taught to build our diets on grains, fear protein, fear fat, and count calories—often with disappointing results- metabolic chaos.Today, I am diving deeper into the need for protein and give some suggestions on how to get enough in daily. I know I have struggled to get what is recommended and I have some tips for us more mature in the audience. So grab a cup of coffee, take a deep breath, and let's dig into the science—made simple—so you can feel confident fueling your body in a way that supports health, vitality, and longevity.

Today's show is especially exciting, because we're going to take a fresh look at the new inverted food pyramid—and what it finally gets right for a population where the majority of Americans are metabolically unwell. Thank you to Secretary Kennedy and the MAHA group dedicated to making America healthy again. To reverse this huge increase in metabolic disease and chronic disease in general. A change that has been long time coming and I applaud it! Loudly!For decades, we were taught to build our diets on grains, fear protein, fear fat, and count calories—often with disappointing results. Today, we'll talk about why that advice didn't work for so many people, what's changed, and how this new model brings common sense back to nutrition by prioritizing blood sugar balance, muscle, and metabolic health.

Today is about progress. It's about clarity. And it's about taking charge of your health — because no one else can do that for you.I love the New Year. I really do. A fresh calendar. A clean slate. The blessing of new possibilities. Every year, I intentionally design my year to be the best one yet. Not perfect — but better. This year is extra special because I will be 70 in a couple of weeks and I really do believe it is just a number . In fact, I am training for another half marathon and this year, I am going all out and going to Italy to do it with my oldest son. Oh my gosh, I am excited. Setting those goals and intentions high. If you would have said I was going to do that kind of a thing 30 years ago, I would have thought you were crazy!I love the line in the 1976 road race movie The Gumball Rally, the Italian driver Franco, says, “what's behind me is not important” as he tosses his rearview mirror away to focus on the road ahead. The past is over. Eyes forward. Set your sight as high as you want. Learn some tricks this week.

Hello my friends, Dr. Deb here —your favorite dietitian and doctor of clinical nutrition and today we're diving into a supplement that has been hiding in plain sight for decades. In fact, I went to a special session on it back in 1995 at the National Institute of Health in its' new area of interest- sports nutrition. This supplement is powerful, it's safe, it's backed by mountains of research… and yet so many people — especially women — have no idea how beneficial it really is. Yes, indeed. I'm talking about creatine.Now, before you picture giant bodybuilders flexing in mirrors, let me assure you: creatine is not just a “gym bro” supplement. Creatine is for brains, bones, and bodies of every age. Creatine is for moms, dads, grandparents, and yes — even the people who say, “I'm not really a workout person.”And get this: creatine is one of the MOST researched supplements in the world. Thousands of studies. Decades of data. And the results are consistently impressive on its results and safety.So today we're exploring how creatine supports both physical and cognitive health — for women and men — and especially why it matters even more as we age.

Let's go back to our magical little village: Acciaroli, Italy.Here, people don't grow old — they grow bold. Active. Engaged. Laughing. Loving. Cooking. Fishing. Dancing.With no chronic diseases stealing their joy.Out of 1,000 residents:300 are over 100 years oldVirtually no dementiaZero significant cataracts — despite blazing coastal sunThey don't take hormonesThey don't live in doctor officesTheir cardiovascular health looks like a 20-year-old American

Millions have experienced incredible weight loss using GLP-1 medications. But many are now facing the next chapter of the story… what I'm calling Life After GLP-1s. Today, I'm going to give you the COMPLETE science-backed roadmap for keeping the weight off naturally — without injections, without breaking the bank……and without fear.So let's get into it.Let's start with the big fear on everyone's mind: “What if the weight just comes right back?”

Grab your tea, your collagen coffee, or your morning walk shoes, because today I'm talking about a supplement that's become one of the biggest game changers in my clinical practice. It's called Perfect Amino, and if you haven't heard of it — or if you've heard of it but haven't quite understood what makes it so special — then today's episode might just be the metabolic “aha moment” you've been waiting for.I always tell my Weight Loss for Life & Longevity groups: Protein first and the latest recommendations are 100 grams a day or more. And I find that hard but it is sooo important “You are only as healthy as the proteins your body can build.”

Today… oh my goodness. I'm excited. This show is going to be a little different – it is about a specific new product that has me excited. You know when something crosses my desk and I get that little sparkle inside, that says “This could help my people” feeling? That's what happened when I read a clinical study out of the International Journal of Orthopaedics Sciences on a botanical combination—celery seed extract and Boswellia serrata—that dramatically improved joint comfort, mobility, and quality of life in over 1,200 adults with osteoarthritis.

Good morning my friends, this is Dr. Deb Ford, Dietitian and doctor of clinical nutrition and today we're diving into a topic that's both shocking and vitally important for your health: plastics — and how they're silently invading your heart- creating disease, your brain- creating discord, your immune system- creating confusion and your hormones- creating havoc. It is some pretty heavy stuff but I think you have to know and act on this information for your health and longevity.

Today, we're shining a bright light on one of the most overlooked nutrients in modern health — magnesium — the mighty mineral that fuels every heartbeat, every muscle contraction, and even your mood.If you struggle with fatigue, poor sleep, anxiety, muscle cramps, headaches, or stubborn blood sugar… this episode is for you.The Unsung Hero of Cellular Energy is magnesium It is a behind-the-scenes hero in more than 300 enzymatic reactions in the body. Think of it as your cellular spark plug. Without magnesium, ATP — your body's energy currency — simply can't be activated.

Let's talk about something you can't buy in a bottle — but it's as essential as food. That nutrient is light.We've spent decades counting carbs and macros, but very few people count the hours of sunlight on their skin or the quality of light around them. Yet light directs every cell clock in your body — from your brain to your liver, from your thyroid to your fat cells.When your light rhythms are off, hormones misfire, metabolism slows, and sleep suffers. But when you live in sync with natural light, energy can flow again.So let's explore how sunshine, sleep, and even red-light therapy can reset your circadian rhythm — the 24-hour internal clock that governs everything from hunger to healing.

Let me start with a story I hear almost every week. A woman tells me, “I'm eating clean. I'm exercising. I'm doing everything right — but I'm still tired, inflamed, and stuck.” She's counting calories, skipping desserts, yet the scale won't move and her clothes fit the same.The truth? It's not a lack of discipline — it's hidden inflammation. Your body isn't ignoring your effort; it's trying to protect you.Today, we're going to talk about the silent saboteurs — the inflammatory triggers that block weight loss, drain your energy, and accelerate aging — and how to calm the fire naturally through a functional nutrition lens.

This is a perfect time to reset your metabolism. Slow down and take time for yourself. Focus inward and take charge of what you might have neglected in your health before it can become a health problem.

This is National Menopause Month so this topic will be perfect for you ---If you're a woman in your 40s, 50s, or 60s and you've felt like your body has suddenly changed the rules — the weight won't budge, sleep is off, your patience is thin, and your get-up-and-go got up and went — this show is for you.

Today, I want to walk you through what SSRI's are, how they work, what the science says and how functional nutrition looks at it.