BONUS: Dirty Dozen - Much ado about nothing?
Monica discusses The Dirty Dozen list and whether or not these foods with the highest level of pesticides are, in fact, unsafe to consume.Related listening:What exactly are the advantages of eating se...
8 Huhti 20244min
What exactly are the advantages of eating seasonally?
Eating fresh local produce is a great idea. But there's no reason to avoid fruits and vegetables because they aren't in season.Related listening:Are Hydroponic Vegetables Less Nutritious? (Nutrition D...
3 Huhti 20247min
Turning down the food noise, with Dr. Nina Crowley
In today's episode, we're exploring the phenomenon of “food noise,” how it relates to our overall health and weight management, and some ways to turn down the volume.Dr. Nina Crowley is a registered ...
27 Maalis 202430min
BONUS: Dieting is not the answer for PCOS, but weight loss may still play a role
I respond to a recent article in the New York Times highlighting revised guidelines on managing PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). The article states there is no solid evidence to suggest that dieting ...
25 Maalis 20245min
How does sodium intake affect bone health?
How could the recent trend of taking salt supplements affect your bone health?Related listening:Should you be eating (way) more salt? (Nutrition Diva #755)Does a High Protein Diet Weaken Your Bones? (...
20 Maalis 20248min
How much do you need to worry about getting too much niacin?
Niacin is not a nutrient that you hear too much about. But a new research study has people concerned about their intake.Related listening:Can these supplements help you lower cholesterol without drug...
13 Maalis 20248min
BONUS: We need a better way to define ultra-processed food
I don't doubt that there's a link between highly-processed junk food and increased risk of chronic disease. But the way we are defining UPFs threatens to bake an awful lot of privilege into our food ...
11 Maalis 20246min
Is it time to give plant-based burgers a second try?
Since their wildly successful introduction in 2019, plant-based burgers like Beyond and Impossible have continued to evolve. Let’s take a look at the latest formulations and how they compare to each o...
6 Maalis 202410min
