Podcasts about registered dietitians

“A nutrition facts label for one particular food cannot take the context of your meal or day of eating into account.”Nutrition labels can provide useful information, but they can also become a source of food rules, guilt, and shame when diet culture takes over. In this episode, I'm breaking down where the 2,000-calorie reference point came from, why serving sizes are not recommendations for how much you should eat, and how to use nutrition labels in a way that supports nourishment rather than restriction. We'll also talk about when nutrition labels can be helpful, when they may be doing more harm than good, and how to let your body's hunger, fullness, and energy cues have a say in how you eat.✅ What You'll Learn:Why the 2,000-calorie reference point on nutrition labels does not represent the individual energy needs of most peopleWhy a serving size is a reference amount, not a rule or recommendation for how much you should eatHow to use nutrition labels to help you add nutrition, energy, fiber, or protein instead of focusing on what you should restrictHow to recognize when nutrition labels are overriding your hunger and fullness cues or contributing to guilt, shame, and food rulesWhy the information on a nutrition label lacks the context of your individual needs, hunger, fullness, and overall meal or day of eatingHow food neutrality and body attunement can help you decide whether nutrition labels are actually supportive for you right now

You can lose weight on a GLP-1 and still lose the strength you've worked so hard to build. Or you can do it differently.Whether you're taking a GLP-1, thinking about it, or watching someone you love go through it, this conversation is for you.This week I'm joined by fellow Registered Dietitian Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD, founder of GLP-1 Hub. Ana shares her own GLP-1 story, including the mistakes she made early on, like running on iced coffee until her blood sugar crashed at 2pm, & how that experience shaped the education platform she's built today.We get honest about what these medications actually do, why muscle loss happens, & what you can put in place to stay strong & capable while you lose fat.In this episode, you'll learn:What a GLP-1 does in plain English, including why it quiets food noise & cravings (and no, you're not injecting lizard venom)Why the medication itself isn't what causes muscle loss, & what actually doesWhy 30 to 40% of weight lost on a GLP-1 can come from lean mass, & how to protect yoursAna's baseline protocol: at least 100 grams of protein a day, 25 to 30 grams per meal, strength training at least 2 days a week, & daily walkingWhy losing slower (2 to 8 pounds a month) is a win, not a sign the medication isn't workingHow to get protein in when nausea hits: shakes, cold proteins like yogurt & cottage cheese, & smaller mealsWhy fiber deserves as much attention as proteinThe "cheating" myth, & why a GLP-1 can be one tool alongside a strong foundationQuestions to ask your doctor, & yourself, before you startFirst-shot tips: take it at home, go easy on high-fat foods, add a multivitamin, & plan your mealsWhy sourcing matters, & what to avoidThis isn't about getting smaller. It's about staying strong, capable, & independent for the long haul.About Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD Ana Reisdorf, MS, RD, is a Registered Dietitian, entrepreneur, & founder of GLP-1 Hub, a media & education platform focused on GLP-1 medications, nutrition, & sustainable weight management. She combines professional expertise with personal experience to make complex nutrition topics practical, realistic, & easy to understand. Ana also hosts the GLP-1 Hub podcast & creates educational content across YouTube, email, & social media.Connect with Ana:

Does your GLP-1 feel like it's working great for the first few days after your injection...only for your hunger to suddenly come roaring back right before your next shot?If you've ever reached day five, six, or seven and thought, "Wait—is my GLP-1 wearing off?" you're definitely not the only one who's wondered.In this episode of Your GLP-1 Bestie, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 user Gianna Beasley breaks down why your appetite may feel different throughout your injection week, why feeling hungry doesn't automatically mean your medication stopped working, and what to actually do when your appetite gets louder.We're also talking about one BIG mistake that can make those hungrier days feel even more dramatic: barely eating during the days when your appetite is lowest.Because bestie, hunger is not proof that your GLP-1 isn't working.In This Episode, You'll LearnWhy you may feel hungrier before your next GLP-1 injectionWhether your weekly GLP-1 actually "wears off" before your next doseWhy appetite can feel different throughout your injection weekHow eating too little earlier in the week may affect how hungry you feel laterWhy hunger isn't a side effect we need to completely eliminateThe difference between manageable hunger and feeling consumed by hunger or food noiseWhy you shouldn't "save calories" on your low-appetite daysWhat to eat when your appetite increasesWhy eating more on a hungrier day doesn't mean you've done something wrongWhether increased hunger automatically means you need a higher doseHow to track your hunger patterns throughout the weekWhen changes in hunger, fullness, or food noise are worth discussing with your prescriber

Summary:In this episode, Paulette Rigo interviews Sass Schaefer about rebuilding identity after major life disruptions like divorce. They explore the importance of starting with the body, embracing beginner's mindset, and practical steps for recovery and growth.Key topics:The importance of starting with the physical body in rebuilding identityEmbracing the beginner's mindset after life disruptionsPractical daily actions to foster positivity and self-confidenceThe connection between body, breath, and mindsetThe power of small, consistent reps in personal growthHow highly successful women often hide their struggles behind a facadeThe significance of posture and breath in emotional regulationThe concept of positivity as a discipline, not a personality traitThe importance of letting go of attachment to specific outcomesBuilding a new identity without needing to have everything figured outAbout Sass:Sass is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, and MBA who's spent her career helping women rebuild their identity after major life disruption. She's the creator of Baddie Rebuild, an identity coaching program for women who've lost themselves somewhere between the divorce, the diagnosis, the move, or the moment everything changed — built on three pillars: physical foundation, mindset and identity, and relationships and expression. She's also the founder of Team Positive™, an athletic lifestyle brand built on the belief that positivity is a discipline, not a personality trait. With a background in stand-up comedy and Golden Gloves boxing, Sass brings humor, grit, and zero fluff to the identity work she does with clients.[divorce, identity, rebuilding, mindset, body, positivity, resilience, women, self-discovery, personal growth]SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/bdbWEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services: https://betterdivorceacademy.com/SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademyBuy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso...AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div...Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca...

Did you know that land farmers and fishermen and women face similar challenges resulting from corporate concentration in our food system? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Niaz Dorry, Coordinating Director for the North American Marine Alliance. She'll discuss “bluewashing,” and how to find truly sustainable seafood in the marketplace through localcatch.org and their sustainable seafood guide.  Related Websites:   https://www.namanet.org/

“As human beings, we're complex. There's lots of nuance in all of this. Healing takes time, it's not linear.”In this replay episode, I'm joined by Dr. Rachel Millner to talk about setting realistic expectations about what healing your relationship with food and your body can really look like. As a psychotherapist and fat activist helping others recover from chronic dieting, disordered eating, and eating disorders, she explains why healing often isn't linear, and why letting go of food rules can feel so uncomfortable. She also shares what to look for when choosing a therapist, and the three things that were most helpful in her own recovery from food struggles. It's a realistic but encouraging conversation that will help you see what's possible when food no longer takes up so much mental space!✅ What You'll Learn:Why healing your relationship with food is not a linear processHow letting go of food rules can feel uncomfortable, even when it's helping you healWhat realistic expectations for healing your relationship with food and your body can look likeWhat to look for when choosing a therapist or dietitianThe three things that were most helpful in Dr. Rachel's own recoveryWhat becomes possible when food no longer takes up so much mental space

Teaching Nutrition to Doctors: Dr. Nate Wood, MD, inaugural director of Culinary Medicine at Yale School of Medicine, discusses the persistent lack of nutrition education in medical training. Wood defines culinary medicine as combining nutrition science, medicine, education, and culinary skills to help patients and trainees cook health-promoting food. He reviews diet's broad impact on chronic disease (cardiometabolic disease, dementia, cancer, mental health, MS), challenges in nutrition research, and Yale's approach emphasizing plant-forward, minimally processed foods while addressing controversies. Barriers to adoption include crowded curricula, lack of trained faculty, unclear competencies, and limited exam coverage, though nutrition is being added to Step exams. Wood describes free patient classes, community outreach, research showing culinary training boosts counseling confidence, GLP-1s as complementary to lifestyle change, and his upcoming book, “Food Figured Out,” due in 2027.

Send us a message!Interested in school nutrition but don't know what the career actually looks like? In this episode, our guest, Ashley Robbins, MS, RDN, LDN, school nutrition dietitian, shares her nontraditional path into dietetics, what it's like working in school nutrition, and advice for students exploring different career paths. Ashley Robbins, MS, RDN, LDN, is a Registered Dietitian and school nutrition leader with East Central ISD in San Antonio, Texas. She specializes in menu planning, nutrition education, employee training, and innovative marketing strategies that increase student participation in school meal programs.Ashley is a nationally recognized speaker and award-winning school nutrition professional who is passionate about creating healthy, appealing meals for students while helping school nutrition teams thrive through creativity, leadership, and innovation.Reach out to Ashley via email at ashley.robbins@ecisd.net or on LinkedIn for any advice or further questions about school nutrition!Resources: School Nutrition Association SNA membership Texas Association for School Nutrition TASN Texas Department of Agriculture Texas Dept of Ag 

Can digestive enzymes help with IBS symptoms? What about enzymes that target specific FODMAPs? In this episode of The Gut Show, we're talking with Jocelyn Wells from FODZYME about digestive enzymes and their role in breaking down FODMAPs. We'll explore what digestive enzymes are, how they work, and how targeted enzyme therapy may help with digestion and IBS symptoms. We'll take a closer look at enzymes designed to target specific FODMAPs, discuss whether using an enzyme supplement means you're actually deficient in that enzyme, and whether enzyme therapy can be effective when it doesn't target every FODMAP group. If you're a clinician wanting FODZYME samples and resources for your practice, you can request them here.    In this episode, we cover: Behind the scenes [1:53] Today's guest [3:35] What are enzymes? [4:39] What are the different types of enzymes? [6:14] If an enzyme works, does that mean you are deficient? [10:59] Targeted enzyme therapy [17:57] Specific enzymes for the different FODMAPs [22:07] Inulinase [23:40] How do these enzymes work? [28:24] Is it a bad thing to not have that fermentation process? [31:18] Does it actually work if it doesn't target all of the groups? [34:31] Can we bypass this and just put these microbes in the gut? [40:28] Access to dietitian team [43:42] Have your provider request free samples for their office [47:32] What's coming up this season [50:05]   Mentioned in this episode: What's your poop personality? MASTER Method Membership Clinicians can request free FODZYME samples for patients at providers.fodzyme.com/hcp-sample-request Customers can save 20% off your first FODZYME subscription order at fodzyme.com/foodfreedom   About our guest: Jocelyn Wells, MS, RDN, CSDH, is a Registered Dietitian specializing in gastrointestinal nutrition. She holds a BA from Duke University and an MS in Clinical Nutrition from New York University. She currently leads clinical strategy and partnerships at FODZYME, a digestive enzyme for FODMAP intolerance, where she oversees HCP education, clinical research, sales, nutrition communications, and professional collaborations. Her work focuses on advancing evidence-based nutrition care to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.   Thank you to our partner: If you're dealing with GI issues like IBS, SIBO, EoE, IBD, or IMO, you may have heard of the elemental diet. mBIOTA Elemental is a clinically proven, short-term liquid nutrition protocol that provides essential nutrients in their simplest forms, allowing much of the GI tract to rest and reset. It's a nutrition-based alternative to antibiotics for managing GI conditions. Developed by a patient and her doctors to improve the patient experience — without sacrificing effectiveness. Learn more at mBIOTA.com and save 15% on the two-week protocol with code GUTSHOW15.   Connect with Erin Judge, RD:  Instagram TikTok Work with Erin FREE symptom tracker  

Concurrent Training for Healthy Aging and the Overlooked B12 Risk of Metformin: Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses how concurrent training—combining cardio and strength work—supports healthy aging by building endurance, preserving muscle, and maintaining independence and “healthspan.” She explains that aerobic exercise improves cardiorespiratory efficiency while resistance training preserves lean tissue and functional strength, and offers practical scheduling tips: place strength sessions on two non-consecutive days, add moderate cardio around them, separate hard sessions, prioritize recovery with rest days, sleep, and adequate protein, and avoid pairing heavy lifting with hard endurance work if explosive power is important. She then summarizes evidence that clinicians often fail to check vitamin B12 levels in diabetic patients on long-term metformin, despite guidelines; metformin can impair B12 absorption, leading to deficiency, anemia, and potentially reversible neuropathy, with higher risk in the elderly, high-dose users, vegans, and PPI users. She urges proactive B12 monitoring and supplementation, such as a multivitamin with at least 100 mcg B12.

Did you know that pesticides can drift for miles from where they were applied on agricultural fields, lawns and golf courses? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Kim Erndt-Pitcher, MS, Director of Ecological Health at Prairie Rivers Network. Erndt-Pitcher discusses the widespread ecological damage from pesticide drift/ chemical trespass and reviews the Prairie Rivers Network's recent reports and webinar titled: Pesticide Drift in Public Spaces. PRN's research shows there are wide ecosystem impacts from chronic pesticide drift exposure on bird and insect populations, air quality and public health, reduced nutritional quality of fruit and nuts, and the economic and emotional toll of lost trees, crops and plants. Related Websites:   https://prairierivers.org/

“The goal is not to never think about food. Food is a part of life, we have to think about food sometimes. The goal instead is for food thoughts to take up an appropriate amount of space in your brain, instead of feeling constant, urgent, critical, or all-consuming.”In this Q&A episode, I'm answering three questions that come up often when people are trying to break free from diet culture: Can you reduce food noise without medication? How do you let go of weighing, measuring, and tracking your food? And how can you navigate anxiety and overeating when you're eating around other people? I'm breaking down how restriction and food rules can contribute to constant thoughts about food, why stepping away from tracking can feel so uncomfortable, and how to begin rebuilding trust in your hunger and fullness cues. I also share practical strategies for social situations, including how to get curious about what's driving overeating and challenge the beliefs that keep you stuck in the cycle.✅ What You'll Learn:Why food noise can be connected to restriction, inconsistent nourishment, and deeply ingrained food rulesHow to distinguish normal thoughts about food from food noise that feels constant, critical, or all-consumingPractical steps for gradually moving away from weighing, measuring, and tracking food while rebuilding trust with your bodyHow hunger and fullness check-ins can help you develop the skills needed for more intuitive eatingWhy you might overeat or experience food anxiety in social situations, and how to identify what is driving itMindset shifts and practical strategies for eating around other people with more confidence and less pressure to control your food

When Your Body Changes the Rules: Strength, Nutrition & Midlife Ever feel like the rules that used to work for your body suddenly don't? Eat less, exercise more, push harder… and somehow, your body is saying, “Yeah, we're not doing that anymore.” In this episode of Why Not Wellness, Cat sits down with Registered Dietitian and strength coach Erin Henry to talk about what really happens to our bodies in midlife—and why the answer isn't another diet, more cardio, or beating yourself up at the gym. Erin shares a smarter approach centered on strength, nourishment, recovery, and metabolic resilience so women can stop fighting their bodies and start working with them. Because midlife isn't the beginning of the decline. It's an opportunity to get stronger, more confident, and more intentional about how we take care of ourselves. No deprivation. No punishment. No “just try harder.” Just better information, smarter strategies, and a whole lot more strength.

Just started a GLP-1 and wondering what you're actually supposed to do now?Maybe you just took your first dose of Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound. Maybe you're a few weeks in and wondering why you don't feel dramatically different yet. Or maybe your prescription is sitting in the refrigerator and you're trying to figure out how to do this "right" from day one.This episode is your GLP-1 beginner's guide.As both a Registered Dietitian who works with GLP-1 users and someone who has been taking a GLP-1 myself since 2022, I'm walking you through the seven things I want you to focus on when you're starting your medication.We're talking realistic expectations, nutrition, protein, hydration, constipation, strength training, tracking your progress, and why comparing your first month to someone else's TikTok transformation is one of the fastest ways to make yourself miserable.You do NOT need to have your entire GLP-1 journey figured out during your first week.Let's start with what actually matters.In This Episode, You'll LearnWhat to focus on when you first start a GLP-1Why you may not notice dramatic changes after your first injectionWhy your first few weeks don't determine whether your GLP-1 is "working"Why eating as little as possible should never be the goalHow to start prioritizing protein from the beginningWhy hydration, fiber, and bowel habits deserve your attention earlyWhy strength training matters during GLP-1 weight lossHow to think about preserving muscle while losing weightWhat to track besides the number on the scaleWhy food noise, hunger, energy, strength, digestion, and habits are all valuable informationHow social media can completely distort your expectations of GLP-1 weight lossWhy someone else's progress is not a benchmark for your bodyWhen to reach out to your healthcare team for additional support

How Much Protein Do Seniors ACTUALLY Need? (You're Probably Not Getting Enough)How much protein do you really need after 65? If you think the answer is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight, you may be surprised.For years, the standard protein recommendation has been 0.8 grams per kilogram per day. But for many older adults, that amount may be enough to prevent deficiency without necessarily being the ideal amount for supporting muscle health, strength, mobility, and recovery.In this video, I break down what older adults need to know about protein, why your protein needs may change as you age, and simple ways to get more protein into your day without completely overhauling your diet.In this video, you'll learn:• How much protein many adults over 65 should aim for• Why the standard protein RDA may not be the ideal target for healthy aging• What anabolic resistance is and why muscles become less responsive to protein as we age• How protein helps support muscle mass, strength, mobility, and independence• What sarcopenia is and why muscle loss becomes more important with age• Why protein needs may increase during illness, injury, surgery, and recovery• Whether eating more protein is bad for your kidneys• Why people with kidney disease may need individualized protein recommendations• Why spreading protein throughout the day may be beneficial• Easy high-protein breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack ideasFor many healthy adults over 65, expert groups recommend approximately 1.0 to 1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day. However, protein needs are individual and can vary based on factors such as health status, activity level, illness, recovery, kidney function, and overall nutrition needs.The good news? Getting enough protein doesn't have to mean eating chicken breast at every meal. Small changes, such as adding eggs, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, beans, fish, tofu, or other protein-rich foods throughout the day, can help you get closer to your protein goals.The big takeaway: as we age, protecting our muscle becomes increasingly important. Getting enough protein and spreading it throughout the day can be one practical way to support strength, mobility, and healthy aging.Looking for more practical, evidence-informed nutrition information for older adults? Visit my website:https://longtermcarerd.com/You'll find practical nutrition articles, healthy aging information, and resources designed to help older adults and caregivers better understand nutrition as we age.Are you a dietitian or healthcare professional working with older adults? Explore additional clinical resources, education, tools, and support at:https://clinicalnutritioncentral.com/Medical Disclaimer:This video is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to provide individual medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The information presented should not replace advice from your physician, Registered Dietitian, or other qualified healthcare professional.Protein needs vary based on your individual health, body size, activity level, medical conditions, kidney function, and current health status. If you have kidney disease or another medical condition, or are recovering from a serious illness or surgery, speak with your healthcare provider before making significant changes to your protein intake.Never make changes to your medical treatment plan based solely on information presented in this video.#SeniorNutrition #HealthyAging #ProteinForSeniors

Did you know that Will Harris' White Oak Pastures regenerative farm provides 170 jobs to people in his community? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Will Harris, fourth generation cattleman at White Oak Pastures, and worldwide leader in humane animal husbandry and environmental sustainability. Harris discusses “regenerative” vertical farming, a farm's potential to be a rural economic engine (as opposed to data centers), trends in beef imports over time, corporate consolidation, and his meeting with President Trump. Related Websites:   www.whiteoakpastures.com

What if helping clients make lasting change wasn't about having the right answer, but having the right conversation? In this episode, Lisa Mowers speaks with Anita Eggink, Registered Dietitian and Provincial HealthChange Consultant, about the impact of HealthChange® on dietetic practice. Together, they explore how this practical framework can help dietitians build trust, navigate challenging conversations, and empower clients to take action in ways that work for them. Topics include: • What HealthChange is and how it supports dietetic practice • Shifting from giving advice to partnering with clients in behavior change conversations • Practical communication strategies for complex and challenging client situations • Insights from HealthChange workshops designed specifically for dietitians • Professional development opportunities, including e-modules and the new Professional Learning Community • How HealthChange is helping prepare future dietitians for person-centered practice through collaboration with the University of Alberta.

The detox industry is worth $66 billion. The science supporting it is nearly nonexistent. A Registered Dietitian breaks down what cleanses claim to do, what your body already does, and what actually works instead.  keywords: do detoxes work, are cleanses effective, detox diet science, does your body need a cleanse, liver detox evidence, juice cleanse truth 

If I were over 50 and needed to lose 30 pounds, I'd focus on rebuilding the metabolic signals that change with age instead of simply eating less and exercising more. I'm breaking down how protein, smarter carbs, meal timing, strength training, sleep, stress, gut health, and natural GLP-1 signaling can work together to reduce stubborn belly fat and support sustainable weight loss after 50.GET A CUSTOMIZED WEIGHT LOSS PLAN:Have a free 1-on-1 call with our Expert Nutritionists

“That safety to talk to your parent about anything, including bodies and appearances, it's an essential ingredient to then being able to have body confidence.”I'm joined by Zoë Bisbing, a certified family-based treatment practitioner and founder of Body Positive Therapy NYC, to talk about how we can navigate difficult body image conversations with our kids. We discuss what to say when a child says they feel ugly or fat, why immediately reassuring them may not be the most helpful response, and how curiosity and connection can keep the conversation open. Zoë also shares how to teach kids that their bodies are not the problem when someone makes a hurtful comment, how to talk about body size and differences without reinforcing diet culture, and how these challenging moments can actually help build body image resilience.✅ What You'll Learn:Why reassurance isn't always the most helpful first responseHow to stay curious and create space for your child to share what's really going onWays to teach kids that their bodies are not the problem when others make hurtful commentsHow to navigate conversations about body size, shape, and differences without reinforcing diet cultureHow these difficult moments can become opportunities to build body image resilience and recognize potential red flags for disordered eating

If you've ever felt like YOU'RE the reason every diet has failed...this is for you.  I don't actually think that's true. I think you're stuck in one of four patterns, and I want to help you figure out which one. I'm hosting a free live training, 4 Fat Loss Mistakes Moms Make, on Tuesday, September 29th at 11 AM Central. I'll walk you through all four patterns, help you figure out which one is yours, and give you the plan to finally break the cycle.  I'm a Registered Dietitian, certified personal trainer, and mom of five, and these are the things that I had to figure out before I was successful in my weight loss journey.  Save your spot: https://www.effectivefitnessforwomen.com/fatlossmistakes  

Walking around any supermarket today, it's hard not to notice the buzz words aimed at enticing us to buy, but has protein infiltrated that market now too?From oats to milk and now even protein water, has it become to current generations, what fat free was to those who lived through the 90s?Joining Ciara to discuss this is Shelly Gray, Today FM Presenter and Registered Dietitian.

Exercise, Recovery, Relaxation—and Muscle as the Key to Healthy Aging: Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses science-backed wellness trends that pair exercise with effective recovery and deliberate relaxation to support performance, resilience, and healthy aging, noting benefits such as fewer overuse injuries, better sleep, steadier energy, and improved adherence. She highlights relaxation practices (breathwork, meditation, gentle yoga, outdoor time, massage, consistent sleep routines) and encourages making recovery part of daily life, including creating home or community “wellness spaces” like pools for gentle movement and stress reduction. She emphasizes sustainable habits supported by tools like wearables and heart-rate variability tracking. The episode then frames muscle as a “longevity secret weapon,” explaining its roles in metabolism, glucose storage, insulin sensitivity, inflammation control, and joint stability, citing the PURE study on grip strength and mortality, warning about sarcopenia, and recommending strength training, higher and well-distributed protein intake with age due to anabolic resistance, plus adequate sleep and recovery.

Did you know that Slow Food is a global movement dedicated to promoting good, clean, and fair food for everyone? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Fred Plotkin, MS, author and expert on Italian food culture. Plotkin discusses his relationship with Carlo Petrini,  father of the Slow Food movement, Italian culinary history, food culture, and his philosophy on eating and living as a “pleasure activist.”  Related Websites:   https://www.slowfood.com/

I'm breaking down five daily habits that can naturally support GLP-1, improve your metabolism, stabilize blood sugar, and help your body release stubborn fat without relying on more restriction. Learn how protein, strength training, walking, better sleep, morning sunlight, and stress management work together to create the “Ozempic effect” naturally and support sustainable weight loss.GET A CUSTOMIZED WEIGHT LOSS PLAN:Have a free 1-on-1 call with our Expert Nutritionists

“When we approach nutrition from a place of addition rather than restriction, I think it can become so much more approachable, doable, and honestly, fun.”In this episode, I'm sharing a different approach to nutrition: focusing on what you can add rather than what you should cut out. I walk through three of my favorite ways to add nutrition while emphasizing that eating enough comes before focusing on variety or optimization. I also talk about how healing your relationship with food can give you more freedom to consider nutrition alongside taste and satisfaction, rather than letting calories or diet culture make every decision. The goal is to make nutrition feel enjoyable, flexible, and supportive, not restrictive or rigid.✅ What You'll Learn:Why eating enough is the foundation of nutrition before focusing on variety and micronutrientsSimple ways to add plant-based micronutrients to various dishesHow to add more fiber in ways that feel enjoyable and approachable, using every day foodsHow smoothies can be an easy and fun way to combine a variety of foods, flavors, and nutrientsWhy healing your relationship with food allows you to consider nutrition alongside taste, satisfaction, convenience, preferences, and your body's needsHow to approach nutrition without turning it into another rigid set of rules, tracking system, or source of food guilt and anxiety

Functional medicine promised to move healthcare beyond disease labels, symptom management, and one-size-fits-all treatment. But increasingly, it is recreating the very disease model it was meant to replace—masked by less-conventional diagnoses and arrays of supplements instead of prescriptions. In this opening episode of a new Beyond the Biomarkers series, Kerri Rachelle examines how root-cause care lost its way: prescription cascades becoming supplement cascades, test results becoming diagnoses they cannot establish, therapeutic nutrition becoming restriction, complexity being mistaken for personalization, and emerging science being presented with false certainty. She also explores why patients are still being left alone between appointments, why nutrition expertise must be central to any model built around food, and why Registered Dietitians should help lead the next chapter of functional medicine. This is not a rejection of functional medicine. It is an honest call to repair it. Follow Beyond the Biomarkers as each episode takes a deeper look at where functional medicine went wrong—and how we can build the thoughtful, evidence-based, whole-person model of care it was always supposed to become. Become a REV0lution patient Interested in insurance-covered functional medicine and personalized nutrition care? Request care and verify your coverage with REV0lution. Work privately with Kerri To inquire about Kerri's private functional medicine care, email kerri@kerrirachelle.com with Private Care in the subject line. This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not provide individual medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Are you actually eating enough on your GLP-1?If you're taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound, you may be eating significantly less than you did before—and that's partly the point. But there's an important difference between having a reduced appetite and not adequately nourishing your body.Maybe you're rarely hungry anymore. Maybe you get to the end of the day and realize you've barely eaten. Or maybe the scale is moving quickly, so you've assumed that eating as little as possible means your medication is "working."In this episode, Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 expert Gianna breaks down how to recognize when your intake may be too low, why eating enough still matters during weight loss, and practical ways to nourish yourself when your appetite has practically disappeared.Because your GLP-1 may reduce your appetite—but it doesn't reduce your body's need for nutrition.In this episode, you'll learn:How to tell if you may not be eating enough on a GLP-1Why having no appetite isn't necessarily the goalSigns that may warrant a closer look at your nutritionWhy fatigue, weakness, dizziness, constipation, and hair changes can sometimes be clues—but can also have other causesWhy eating only once or twice a day can make meeting your nutrition needs difficultWhy faster weight loss isn't automatically better weight lossHow under-fueling can affect energy, muscle, recovery, and nutrient intakeWhy protein isn't the only nutrient that mattersHow to create regular eating opportunities when hunger cues are quietEasy foods to reach for when you don't feel like eatingWhen low appetite or GI side effects deserve a conversation with your healthcare providerEmerging evidence and professional guidance increasingly emphasize maintaining adequate protein, fiber, micronutrients, hydration, and muscle health as intake falls during GLP-1 treatment.

Hosts: Ed Jones (Owner – Nutrition World) & Clint Powell A variety of topics all related to living a healthy life Presented by: Nutrition World www.nutritionw.com Broadcasting from the Nooga Dentistry Studio www.noogadentistry.com Production of: Whitfield Media Group www.vitalhealthradio.com Title: Why Your Collagen and Probiotic Supplements May Be Falling Short   [0:02:32] State of U.S. Health & Helpful Resources Ed discusses declining national health despite record healthcare spending. Emphasis on personal responsibility: lifestyle, nutrition, and smart supplementation. Recommends EWG.org and the EWG app to check toxicity and “forever chemicals” in consumer products, especially cosmetics and personal care. Curt shares he researches through Perplexity AI (more conventional) and Bright Answers (more alternative), then lands in the middle. [0:05:04] Toxins, Seed Oils & Distrust in Food Labeling Discussion of a UC study on avocado oil products showing many were adulterated with seed oils. Curt describes feeling “betrayed” by brands that market as healthy but hide poor ingredients. Ed notes avocado oil is highly prone to contamination; olive oil tends to be more reliable. Brief mention of tallow‑fried chips sold at Nutrition World—nutritionally superior but pricier. [0:06:11] Local Food Spots, Tallow Cooking & Health Fair Announcement Ed highlights Tallow House (Chattanooga/Cleveland area): simple menu, tallow‑fried foods, attention to high‑quality ingredients. Kurt praises a local Steak and Shake using 100% grass‑fed burgers and tallow‑fried fries/tots. Ed mentions Portofino as a regular spot (shish kebabs, salads, better‑quality olive oil, his drink “Edward's Elixir”). Announcement: October 24 Health Fair—described as the largest health fair in the region. [0:08:10] Fertility Challenges & Free Lecture by Katie Poole, NP Promotion of a free fertility lecture by Katie Poole (nurse practitioner) on September 16 at 7 p.m. Details available under Events at nutritionw.com. Main contributors to fertility struggles: hormone imbalances, PCOS, chronic inflammation, nutrition, stress. Ed shares success stories of women who conceived within months after working with Katie on testing and protocol changes. [0:09:25] Pepcid, Reflux, Serotonin & Histamine Angle Ed asks about Pepcid (famotidine). Kurt: Pepcid is an H2 blocker used for reflux/heartburn; overall very safe for symptom control. Comparison to PPIs (e.g., Prilosec): PPIs take 6–8 hours to start working and are not good “take it when you're hurting right now” drugs. Concerns about long‑term PPI use and overuse. Ed references Dr. Peter McCullough's comments on serotonin syndrome and notes Pepcid has been discussed as part of managing issues tied to high serotonin/histamine (not medical advice, but shared as education). [0:11:30] Ed's Bodybuilding Prep, Pain Flare, Oxalates & Pepcid Relief Ed details his Chattanooga Fitness Bodybuilding Contest prep (Jan 2–July 11): 6 days/week lifting + 1 day cardio, felt exceptional with no aches/pains despite age 69. Two weeks after relaxing his diet post‑contest, he developed significant morning and nighttime aches. Suspected contributors Increased oxalate intake Histamine issues After starting Pepcid based on McCullough's article, Ed reports near‑total relief of pain within one day, strengthening his belief in a histamine/serotonin component. [0:16:39] Collagen 101 Introduction of Reagan, Registered Dietitian and National Educator for Ancient Nutrition. Ed recounts his double hip replacement and heavy, “double‑dose” collagen regimen before/during/after surgery, crediting it with very rapid recovery (back to work ~day 7, gym ~day 9). Reagan defines collagen: A structural protein and most abundant protein in the body. Key for joints, skin, hair, nails, ligaments, tendons, bone matrix, and gut lining. [0:18:10] Modern Diet vs. Nose‑to‑Tail Eating & Collagen Decline with Age Past generations consumed collagen via nose‑to‑tail eating (skin, connective tissue, cartilage, broths). Modern diets focus on muscle meat, leading to low natural collagen intake. Reagan: collagen production drops starting around age 25, accelerating visible aging and tissue wear. Supplementation (or deliberate dietary choices) can help replenish and support these structures. [0:19:37] Forms, Dosing & Multi‑Type Collagen Ed prefers powders over capsules to reach meaningful doses. Reagan: unflavored hydrolyzed collagen Mixes easily into beverages and foods. Is heat‑stable, so cooking and baking with it is fine. Emphasis on multi‑collagen formulas (multiple types, e.g., I, II, III, etc.) because each type targets different tissues. Reagan explains hydrolysis: proteins are broken into smaller peptides/amino acids for easier absorption. Recommended to choose “hydrolyzed collagen peptides” for best utilization. [0:24:35] Collagen vs. Whey Protein & Visible Benefits Reagan confirms collagen cannot replace whey or complete proteins for muscle building; it's complementary, not a substitute. Ed's protocol: Ancient Nutrition A2 whey for muscle + collagen for connective tissue, skin, etc. Noted benefits: significantly faster fingernail growth and more frequent haircuts while using collagen consistently. Reagan describes collagen loading: Rough guideline: ~20 g/day for 4–6 weeks to build up “stores”. Then 5–10 g/day as a maintenance dose. [0:32:37] Gut Microbiome & Dr. O'Hara's Probiotics with Dr. Ross Pelton Ed introduces Dr. Ross Pelton (“The Natural Pharmacist”), author of 13 books and 20+ peer‑reviewed articles. Central theme: gut microbiome health as a foundational driver of immune function, detoxification, neurotransmitters, and graceful aging. Dr. Pelton explains: Gut microbiome (~100 trillion bacteria) primarily in the colon. Their main job: convert components of food into postbiotic metabolites. It's largely these metabolites, not the bacteria directly, that regulate many aspects of health. Beneficial bacteria require dietary fibers and polyphenols (from plant foods) as fuel. Most Americans are deficient in fiber and phytonutrients, compromising postbiotic production. [0:37:53] Why Many Probiotics Underperform (The “Oral Probiotic Dilemma”) Factors limiting typical oral probiotics: Stomach acid kills many bacteria before they reach the intestines. Bile and pancreatic enzymes in the small intestine can damage bacterial membranes. Even surviving strains often enter a colon that's a “food desert” (low fiber/polyphenols), so they don't thrive. Billion‑CFU marketing claims may not translate into proportional clinical benefits. [0:40:30] Dr. O'Hara's: Long Fermentation & Metabolite‑Rich Formula Dr. O'Hara's is distinctive because it focuses on delivering postbiotic metabolites, not huge CFU counts. Production: 13 starter bacterial strains + 14 plant foods (fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, seaweeds). 3–5 years of fermentation in large vats (including anaerobic phases to mimic the colon). Outcome: ~500 different postbiotic metabolites, including 100+ weak organic acids that help keep colonic pH mildly acidic (ideal range 6.2–6.8). The product does contain live bacteria, but the primary value is the metabolite complex. Clinical data: Study on college‑aged women with chronic constipation: 3 capsules/day for 2 weeks led to normal bowel function in many, vs. placebo. Ed shares his own experience with the sachets, noting dramatically improved elimination and joking about “best bowel movements of my life”. Dr. Pelton: the formula acts as a bowel adaptogen, helpful for both constipation and diarrhea. [0:44:51] Oral Microbiome Use & Product Variants Some dentists instruct patients to bite open a capsule, swish, then swallow to support oral microbiome and gum health. Ed uses ½ sachet intentionally for oral and gut benefits. Product line: Original Formula – 3‑year fermentation. Professional Formula – additional 2 years anaerobic fermentation. Sachets – each packet ≈ 5 capsules of Professional Formula worth of metabolites. [0:49:21] Dr. O'Hara's Origin Story & Essential Formulas Dr. O'Hara's path: Initially a landscape architect with a global clientele. Became very ill in Malaysia after drinking a traditional beverage. Quickly recovered after locals gave him a fermented fruit “jam”. Fascinated, he studied these products, then at age 49 returned to school for a Ph.D. in microbiology. Spent ~10 years refining the multi‑year fermentation process. Michael Schoor (future founder of Essential Formulas) had a similar healing experience with the product in Malaysia, then later secured exclusive U.S. distribution rights. In Japan, the product is known as OMX (O'Hara Mountain Extract); rebranded in the U.S. as Dr. O'Hara's Probiotics. [53:27] Closing Reflections: Supplements, Aging & Future Topics Ed reflects on: The value of being proactive versus reactive in health. Kurt resonates with Dr. Pelton's journey from a traditional pharmacist to nutraceutical advocate, seeing his own path echoed. Ed flags rapamycin as another key anti‑aging interest, teasing a future focused conversation with Dr. Pelton.  The post Radio Show / Podcast – August 30, 2026 first appeared on Vital Health Radio.

Food as Medicine: Why Medical Nutrition Therapy and Medically Tailored Meals Belong in Modern Healthcare: Registered dietitian nutritionist Leyla Muedin argues that food should be treated with the same rigor as medication through medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and “diet prescriptions,” integrating nutrition into treatment plans rather than leaving it as optional advice. She cites evidence that medically tailored meals (MTMs) can improve outcomes and reduce costs, including a Health Affairs simulation estimating $23.7B in first-year net savings nationwide and a Nature Medicine analysis of a Massachusetts Medicaid demonstration (2020–2023) showing MTM recipients had 31% fewer hospitalizations, 20% fewer emergency visits, and $3,433 lower total healthcare costs, offsetting 98% of program costs. She discusses food insecurity, expanding Medicaid coverage via Section 1115 waivers, EHR integration, and how MTMs support adherence for conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, depression, and IBS (including low FODMAP).

Did you know that as national environmental agencies and regulations are whittled away, states may hold the key to protect public health? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Susan Kaplan, JD, Research Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago, and author of A Healthy Union: How States Can Lead on Environmental Health. Kaplan provides case studies of bi-partisan action where communities and states took the lead on protecting public health through environmental policies. She discusses how “making the invisible visible” is key to raising awareness about toxic chemical use. She also discusses the history of public health and why environmental health is not a strong component of medical education. Her book sprung from an earlier article: https://theconversation.com/which-state-you-live-in-matters-for-how-well-environmental-laws-protect-your-health-200393 Related Websites:   Susan Kaplan's A Healthy Union: How States Can Lead on Environmental Health

I'm breaking down six common foods that can keep your blood sugar and insulin elevated, increase cravings, and quietly keep your body stuck in fat storage mode. Learn what to stop eating, what to replace each food with, and how simple nutrition swaps can support sustainable weight loss, reduce food noise, and help your body burn fat more effectively.GET A CUSTOMIZED WEIGHT LOSS PLAN:Have a free 1-on-1 call with our Expert Nutritionists

"I really tried to pay attention to the messages my body was giving me in terms of my foot's recovery, and honor every stage of recovery I was at."After breaking my foot and needing to take an unexpected break from exercise, I realized how much my relationship with food and movement had changed over the years. In this episode, I share five mindset shifts that helped me navigate rest without guilt or spiraling, including understanding my metabolism, finding the positives in slowing down, and listening to my body's signals. I also talk about how building a healthier relationship with food and exercise has helped me adapt when life changes what my body needs, and why true progress is being able to navigate those unexpected seasons without falling back into old diet culture patterns.✅ What You'll Learn:Why understanding metabolism can help us feel more comfortable fueling our bodies when our activity levels changeHow finding the positives in rest can shift our perspective when we're unable to exerciseWhat body attunement can teach us about when to slow down, ease back into movement, and respond to our bodies' signalsHow building our capacity to tolerate difficult emotions can help us cope without relying on restrictive or disconnected eating behaviorsWhy trusting our hunger, fullness, and how food makes us feel can create more confidence around eatingHow a healthy relationship with food and exercise can help us navigate unexpected changes without returning to old diet culture patterns

What if getting older didn't have to mean slowing down?At 84, Vesanto Melina, MS, Registered Dietitian, is living proof that our later years can still be active, productive and full of purpose. She's still writing books, speaking, counseling clients and hitting the gym for five fitness classes a week. And she has decades of science and experience behind what she teaches.Vesanto is the author or co-author of 15 books on plant-based nutrition, including books recognized by the American Library Association as go-to resources in the field. Her latest, Plant-Powered Seniors, was written with Brenda Davis, RD and Dr. Charlyn Black. She also co-authored the #1 Amazon bestseller Plant-Powered Protein. Vesanto has taught nutrition at Bastyr University and the University of British Columbia, received both the Ryley-Jeffs Memorial Award and a lifetime achievement award as a dietitian and served as lead author of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' position paper on vegetarian diets across the life cycle.In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser talks with Vesanto about what she's learned from more than three decades of vegan living and a lifetime spent studying nutrition. They dig into why she now emphasizes a well-planned plant-based diet, why legumes deserve a bigger place on our plates and the nutrients that become especially important as we age, including protein, calcium, vitamin D and omega-3s.They also explore the other side of healthy aging: staying strong and independent. Vesanto shares how exercise supports bone health, balance and fall prevention, why small changes can make a meaningful difference and why it's never too late to improve the way you eat and live.Whether you're already in your 70s or 80s or thinking about the health you want decades from now, this conversation offers a different vision of aging and practical ways to stay strong, active and engaged for the years ahead.Links and ResourcesOrder Plant-Powered Seniors:https://plant-poweredprotein.com/Learn more about Vesanto Melina:https://nutrispeak.com/Follow Dr. Esser on Instagram:@esserhealthNHA Today on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@nationalhealthassociationNational Health Association:https://www.healthscience.org/

In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike "C-Roc" sits down with Dr. Heather Finley, Registered Dietitian, gut health expert, and founder of gutTogether™, to unpack the powerful connection between gut health, nutrition, mindset, and overall well-being.Dr. Heather shares her deeply personal journey from growing up with chronic GI issues and severe food fears to earning her doctorate in clinical nutrition and discovering a more individualized approach to gut health. She explains how years of restrictive eating, stress, overtraining, and an imbalanced gut microbiome affected her health—and how overcoming those challenges ultimately became the foundation for her mission to help others.Mike "C-Roc" and Dr. Heather dive into why one-size-fits-all approaches to gut health often fall short, the importance of identifying underlying issues instead of simply treating symptoms, and how the gut-brain connection, stress, sleep, diet, and microbiome all work together. They also discuss SIBO, food variety, fiber, protein, gut bacteria, and why constantly eliminating foods may sometimes make the problem worse.Dr. Heather also opens up about overcoming fear and self-doubt, transitioning from a clinical career into entrepreneurship, and building a successful seven-figure business. Today, through gutTogether™, she helps people find relief from complex GI issues, while her gutPractitioner mentorship supports dietitians and health professionals in becoming more confident in treating challenging gut health cases.This conversation is a powerful reminder that you can't always solve a health problem by simply working harder or cutting more things out—you have to understand the person and the root causes behind the symptoms.Website- www.guttogetherprogram.com www.drheatherfinley.co https://www.instagram.com/drheatherfinley/?hl=en

I'm joined by functional registered dietitian Brooke Harter from Gut Personal to break down my actual DUTCH test results and what they revealed about cortisol, progesterone, estrogen metabolism, stress, and my cycle. We also dive into the gut-hormone connection, IBS, fertility, carbs and blood sugar, and how to know whether a DUTCH test or gut testing makes more sense for you.Ways to work with Corinne: Join the Mind Your Hormones Method, HERE! (Use code PODCAST for 10% off!!)Mentioned in this episode: Check out GutPersonal products here & their testing packages HERE! Code CORINNE saves you 10% on supplements (& on testing!) or take the GutPersonal Quiz to find out exactly which supplements are best for your unique situation!Book a strategy call with Brooke here!Free Supplement Consultation with Gut Personal — use this link! Gut Personal Masterclass: Why Your Gut Still Isn't Healing, Even If You've Tried Everything — Tuesday August 25th at 2 PM EST, with a replay available. Save your spot here! Join the Mind Your Hormones Community to connect more with me & other members of this community!Come hang out with me on Instagram: @corinneangealicaOr on TikTok: @corinneangelicaEmail Fam: Click here to get weekly emails from meMind Your Hormones Instagram: @mindyourhormones.podcast Disclaimer: always consult your doctor before taking any supplementation. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only, not to diagnose or treat any conditions. 

Thabo Shole Mashao speaks to Nathalie Mat, Registered Dietitian discussing what metabolism is and metabolic processes. They also touch on how different diets affect our metabolic processes. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What should you actually buy at the grocery store when you're taking a GLP-1?If you're taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound and you've ever found yourself wandering the grocery store wondering what foods you should be eating, this episode is for you.As a Registered Dietitian and GLP-1 user myself, I'm taking you grocery shopping with me! We're walking aisle by aisle through the foods I keep on hand to make eating well on a GLP-1 simpler, more satisfying, and much more realistic.We're talking easy protein sources, fiber-rich foods, fruits and vegetables, freezer staples, carbohydrates, snacks, and the convenience foods I have absolutely no problem recommending.Because you don't need a cart full of expensive “health foods” or a perfectly meal-prepped refrigerator to nourish yourself well on a GLP-1. You need foods you enjoy, foods you'll actually eat, and options that make taking care of yourself easier when your appetite, schedule, and energy aren't always predictable.In this episode, you'll learn:What to buy at the grocery store while taking a GLP-1The protein foods I recommend keeping on handEasy options for days when your appetite is lowFiber-rich foods that can support your overall nutrition and digestive healthWhy frozen fruits and vegetables absolutely countMy favorite freezer and pantry staples for quick mealsWhy carbohydrates still belong in your grocery cartHow convenience foods can make healthy eating more sustainableHow to shop for your actual life instead of the imaginary week where you cook every meal from scratchHow to build a grocery cart that makes balanced eating easierWhether you're brand new to a GLP-1 or simply tired of overthinking every trip to the grocery store, consider this your realistic GLP-1 grocery shopping guide.

Supplements and Morning Coffee: Timing Iron, Zinc, Calcium, B Vitamins, and Vitamin D: Nutritionist Leyla Muedin explains that coffee (and tea) can interfere with nutrient absorption and digestion, so certain supplements shouldn't be taken with morning coffee. Coffee's tannins and polyphenols can significantly reduce non-heme iron absorption (decaf doesn't prevent this), and similar binding issues may affect zinc; she recommends taking iron with water at least 1–2 hours away from coffee and pairing it with vitamin C. Because caffeine may increase urination, B vitamins (especially thiamine) may be lost more readily, so she suggests taking them with food but not with coffee. Vitamin D is best taken with a fat-containing meal (not washed down with coffee), and calcium supplements should be separated from coffee since caffeine can slightly increase calcium loss. She also notes interactions such as green tea reducing folate absorption, spinach oxalates limiting mineral absorption, phytates in bran/legumes reducing iron and zinc absorption, and calcium (milk or supplements) cutting iron absorption, emphasizing timing rather than eliminating these foods.

I'm sharing seven affordable Walmart groceries that can help support fat loss by protecting muscle, stabilizing blood sugar, improving gut health, and naturally supporting GLP-1. Learn how simple staples like eggs, rotisserie chicken, ground beef, Greek yogurt, vegetables, healthy fats, and fermented foods can build a metabolism-friendly grocery cart without expensive specialty foods.GET A CUSTOMIZED WEIGHT LOSS PLAN: Have a free 1-on-1 call with our Expert Nutritionists

Did you know that some local governments make it illegal to have vegetable gardens or greenhouses on residential properties? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Ari Bargil, senior attorney with the Institute for Justice where he leads the Zoning Justice Project, and spearheaded Florida's and Illinois' passage of the Right to Garden Act —a reform that makes it unlawful for local governments to ban residential vegetable gardens. Related Websites:   https://ij.org/legislation/vegetable-garden-protection-act/

“Okay, if these people believe in me, then I need to maybe learn to believe in myself, even just a little bit, or at least have hope that things can change.”In this episode, I'm joined by registered associate nutritionist and author Joshua Hills for a heartfelt conversation about how his mom's decades-long battle with anorexia shaped their family, and how recovery has transformed their lives. Together, we explore the far-reaching impact of food struggles, the role diet culture plays in fueling shame and disordered eating, and why healing is about so much more than food. Joshua shares powerful lessons about compassion, open conversations, and hope, reminding us that no matter where we fall on the spectrum of food struggles, recovery can lead to greater freedom, deeper connection, and a life filled with joy instead of fear.✅ What You'll Learn:Why food struggles affect far more than just what we eatHow opening up about food struggles can create connection, reduce shame, and become a powerful step toward healingWhat recovery can make possible, from enjoying family meals and social events to rediscovering excitement for life and foodHow to approach difficult conversations with loved ones about food using compassion, empathy, and healthy boundariesThe role diet culture plays in reinforcing food guilt, body judgment, and the belief that food must be earned

I'm sharing the four foods I recommend eating every day to naturally support GLP-1, improve your metabolism, control cravings, and make sustainable fat loss easier. After helping more than 13,000 people collectively lose over 480,000 pounds, I've seen how prioritizing protein, fermented foods, fiber-rich vegetables, and healthy fats can help your body feel satisfied and support lasting weight loss.GET A CUSTOMIZED WEIGHT LOSS PLAN:Have a free 1-on-1 call with our Expert Nutritionists

If your workouts are exactly the same as they were six months ago, that's probably exactly why your results have stalled. In this episode, Casey breaks down progressive overload in plain terms, the tool she uses to actually teach it to her clients (RPE, or rate of perceived exertion), and why so many women unknowingly train the same way for months or years without ever building in real progression.In this episode, you'll learn:What progressive overload actually meansWhy RPE (rate of perceived exertion) is the key to knowing if you're truly progressingThe most common reasons progression gets skipped, especially after 40Why a harder day and fewer reps at the same RPE isn't failure, it's your body doing exactly what it's supposed toWhy muscle and bone density make this non-negotiable at this stage of lifeHow Fall Back to Fitness builds progression into every single week, so you never have to guessInspire Fitness with Casey Young is strength training and nutrition coaching built specifically for women in perimenopause and menopause. Casey is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer who helps women build strength, confidence, and sustainable habits without the guesswork.Details will be dropping soon for the Fall Back to Fitness Bootcamp. Click here for details: https://inspirehw.com/Join us in the Inspire Fitness program: Use the link here: https://inspirehw.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fit.nutritionist?igsh=MTJqZXhjODR2ZzduaA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Casey.Young.RD.CPT?mibextid=LQQJ4d

My guest this episode is Nathalia Melo, a globally recognized fitness and performance coach, former Olympia champion, and Harvard Medical School Certified Wellness Coach. Nathalia is a globally recognized fitness and performance coach with over 17 years of experience helping high-performing women build bodies that support the level at which they operate in their careers and lives. A former Olympia champion and Harvard Medical School Certified Wellness Coach, Nathalia has spoken in over 30 countries, presented for Fortune 500 companies and AM100 law firms, and been featured in magazines worldwide. Today, she leads a multidisciplinary coaching practice that integrates training, nutrition, behavioral psychology, and lifestyle strategy to help busy professionals improve their physical capacity, energy, and long-term health. Through her Powerhouse coaching programs, Nathalia and her team, which includes Registered Dietitians and Licensed Counselors, have helped more than 5,000 women navigate the challenges of maintaining their health while leading demanding careers and families. Her work focuses on a population often overlooked in traditional wellness conversations: high-achieving women who understand health intellectually but struggle to apply it consistently within the realities of leadership, long hours, and high responsibility. Her mission is to help women operate at the highest level without sacrificing the health and physical capacity that makes sustained success possible. In this episode, Brett and Nathalia talk about how critical it is to be deliberate in all the things you do, but also to quit worrying about being liked. They talk about how, especially in today's performative culture where people are so worried about seeking validation, it will often derail you personally and professionally.   The conversation spans: -Professional development -Nathalia's backstory -Navigating conflict with your partner -Understanding how to better interact with your children -Figuring out and owning your real voice without constantly backtracking or seeking approval   You'll get things you can use immediately and then build off of that.   Find Nathalia: Website: nathaliamelofit.com Podcast: Unfiltered Fit Life (Apple, Spotify) Instagram: @nathaliamelofit YouTube: @natmelofit   Follow Us: Website: ArtofCoaching.com Instagram: @coach_brettb X: @coach_brettb

Dr. Erin Ayala talks with Dr. Susan Kleiner, a pioneering high‑performance sports dietitian, to cut through the noise surrounding women's sports supplements.She debunks common myths about creatine, explains why under‑fueling is a hidden threat for female athletes, and shows how to spot fraudulent supplement brands. Listeners will leave with clear, science‑backed strategies to optimize performance and make smarter supplement choices.Creatine does not cause bloating; the myth is marketing, not science.Women need tailored dosing and timing for supplements based on menstrual cycle and training demands.Under‑fueling—especially low‑carb diets—remains the biggest performance risk for female athletes.Always verify third‑party certification on the product label (BSCG, NSF for Sport, Informed Choice, etc.) before purchasing.Use reputable resources and experts (e.g., Dr. Abby Smith Ryan, Dr. Stacy Sims) for evidence‑based nutrition guidance.Dr. Susan Kleiner is Registered Dietitian, high‑performance dietitian, author of Power Eating, co‑founder of the International Society of Sport Nutrition, and former nutrition consultant for elite teams such as the Seattle Storm (WNBA) and Seattle Rain (soccer). Dr. Kleiner's website: https://www.drskleiner.com/BSCG certification: http://bscg.org/NSF for Sport: https://www.nsfsport.com/Informed Choice: https://choice.wetestyoutrust.com/Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan: https://asmithryan.com/International Society of Sport Nutrition: https://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/If you found this episode valuable, hit subscribe so you never miss a deep‑dive with industry experts. Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform to help others find us. Got questions or topics you'd like us to explore? Drop a comment or message us on social media—we love hearing from you!FeistyFest Info: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-fest/Register for FeistyFit: https://livefeisty.com/training/running/feistyfitfall/Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/Women's Mechanic Camp in Tucson: https://livefeisty.com/events/bike-mechanic-school-tucson/Sign up to Receive The Feisty Women's Performance Newsletter:Feisty Women's Performance Newsletter: https://livefeisty.com/newsletters/feisty-womens-performance/Follow us on Instagram:@feisty_womens_performanceSupport our Partners:Momentous: Head to https://www.livemomentous.com/ and use promo code PERFORMANCE for up to 35% off your first orderWahoo: Learn more about Wahoo Fitness Products at: https://wahoofitness.pxf.io/0GAByRTifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/Hettas: Use code STAYFEISTY for 20% off at https://hettas.com/ Orca: Use the code FEISTY15 for 15% off at https://orca.avln.me/c/HzUkzIfxsmYo

Feeling like you're doing everything “right” on your GLP-1 but still not seeing the results you expected?You're not alone.As a Registered Dietitian who specializes in GLP-1 medications, I've worked with hundreds of people taking Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound—and I continue to see the same nutrition mistakes come up again and again.The good news? Most of them are completely fixable.In this episode, I'm breaking down the seven biggest nutrition mistakes I see people make while taking a GLP-1, why they happen, and the simple changes that can make a big difference in how you feel and the progress you're making.Whether you're just starting your GLP-1 journey or you've been taking your medication for months, this episode will help you focus on what truly matters—and let go of the nutrition myths that may be holding you back.In this episode, you'll learn:The most common nutrition mistakes I see people make on GLP-1 medicationsWhy eating too little can actually work against your goalsHow waiting too long to eat can make it harder to meet your nutrition needsWhy protein and fiber deserve a bigger role in your mealsHow hydration affects energy, digestion, and overall healthWhy one “off” meal doesn't ruin your progressHow perfectionism can become one of the biggest barriers to long-term successThe mindset shifts that help you build sustainable habits while taking a GLP-1If you've ever wondered “Why isn't my GLP-1 working?”, “Am I eating enough?”, or “What should I actually focus on?”, this episode is for you.Podcast with Weight & Measure on Apple and Spotify

“We need food to survive. We become more food-seeking when our access to food is limited.”What if some of the things you believe about food, metabolism, and your body aren't facts at all, but messages you've absorbed from diet culture? In this episode, I unpack five nutrition truths that challenge common misconceptions about metabolism, calorie needs, hunger, and body diversity. You'll learn why eating enough supports your metabolism, why restrictive dieting often backfires, and how recognizing diet culture beliefs can help you build a more trusting, peaceful relationship with food.✅ What You'll Learn:Why your metabolism is working around the clock, and what that means for your body's energy needsHow eating enough and eating consistently supports a healthy metabolismWhy the popular 1,200-calorie diet is not enough for most adult women and how diet culture has normalized undereatingWhat really happens when you go too long without eating, including why intense hunger, food cravings, and rebound eating are normal biological responsesWhy eating and exercising exactly like someone else will never guarantee the same body, and how embracing body diversity can help you build trust with yourself