Unfiltered Wellness with OnPoint Nutrition

In this episode of “Unfiltered Wellness”, we dive deep into the world of chronic inflammation — the silent culprit behind many modern health issues. Join us as we unravel what inflammation is, why it occurs, and how it impacts your overall well-being. We begin by exploring the science of inflammation, shedding light on its role in our bodies and how it can become a chronic condition. What triggers...

What does “healthy” mean to you? There are many, many ways to measure progress towards health and wellness goals, and those goals may look different across cultures and environments.   In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the cultural perspectives on health. Join me as I sit down with Zach Cordell, Assistant Teaching Professor at Arizona State University and podcaster, as we explore ho...

In this insightful episode, we delve into the world of digestive disorders, specifically Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). We explore the key differences between IBS and IBD, shedding light on their distinct symptoms and diagnostic methods. Moreover, we uncover the role of FODMAPs - Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols - in ma...

I don’t know about you, but whenever I hear the word “chocolate”, I always think about that infamous scene from Spongebob (you know the one I’m talking about). Chocolate is engrained in many, many aspects of not only American culture, but cultures around the world. Annual chocolate consumption in 2022 was estimated to be about 7.5 million tons! This delightful treat can be a great way to satisfy a...

Data has shown that PCOS, polycystic ovary syndrome, affects roughly 6-12% of females of reproductive age in the US and stands as one of the leading causes of female infertility. Join us as we unravel the various health impacts of PCOS and explore effective management strategies to improve quality of life, with a special focus on the promising role of inositol. Discover the intricacies of PCOS as...

The word “organic” seems to be spoken more and more with each passing year, as consumers are demanding more knowledge about where their food comes from (for good reason). Presence of the word “organic” has become one of the major contributors to whether a consumer views a label as “clean”. There seems to be a new Netflix documentary released each week on something to do with the farming industry,...

Gluten is quickly becoming one of the most talked about and villainized components of food, some would say even rivaling carbohydrates. However, gluten intolerance and celiac disease are complex conditions that can be difficult to diagnose. Often the finger is immediately pointed at gluten and it is banished from the diet forever, but symptoms might actually be related to other potential causes. ...

Chances are high that when you hear the word “omega-3”, you think of fish. This is completely understandable, as fish is one of the best sources of this essential fatty acid. But why do we need it? And what is it? Why does it have a Greek letter in the name? Maybe you’re wondering what to do if you don’t eat fish? Omega-3s are absolutely vital to our health, with benefits ranging from heart health...

Cholesterol. This word may spark a twinge inside of you for a variety of reasons. Maybe your doctor told you your cholesterol is high, maybe your immediate family has high cholesterol, maybe you grew up in the era that unnecessarily demonized fat and cholesterol. Well, here’s something you might find surprising…we NEED cholesterol. And even crazier, our bodies MAKE cholesterol! If this is news to...

The past 3 years have brought about significant changes in the way we view health and where we spend our money. The combination of “social distancing” and an increased awareness on illness prevention have led Americans to spend more on individual, isolated health products than ever before. For example, dietary supplement sales increased by a whopping 44% in the six weeks preceding April 5th, 2020,...

We’ve all heard of circadian rhythms. The 24-hour cycle that dictates everything from body temperature, to sleep, to digestion. But mother nature is extremely complex and precise, so of course there must be other regular rhythms and patterns that exist. One of these rhythms you may not have heard of before is the infradian rhythm . This rhythm is reflected in plenty of different examples in nature...

I am not a parent. However, I work with plenty of clients who ARE parents, and we frequently discuss the challenges they face feeding not only themselves, but also their children. Raising a human is hard, the best way to feed them and in what amounts is just one layer of that onion. If you’re fortunate enough to have access to food basically 24/7, how are you supposed to know what to keep stocked...

The pharmaceutical industry as we know it today didn’t come around until the second half of the 19th century. Before that, humans were mainly relying on mother nature’s bounty of nutrients to help with different ailments and remain as healthy as possible. Of course, the progression of modern science and pharmacy has saved countless lives and definitely has its place, but its important to remember...

Mental illness rates are on the rise in America. This is due to a lot of different factors but a factor that many folks don’t associate with mental health is the food they’re putting into their bodies. We are literally what we eat, our cells are made up of the macro and micronutrients we decide to consume, including our brain cells. When we are not providing our bodies with the sufficient energy a...

Today we are talking about a topic many folks don’t pay too much mind to but has the power to dramatically affect your nutrition and wellness: sleep. Some call sleep “the fourth macronutrient”, and for good reason. We humans are not designed to be moving at the fast paces we move each day with as little rest as we give ourselves, and this is showing in research and in the health of people across t...

When we hear the term “hydration”, most people think of water in some form. This makes sense, we wouldn’t have life on this Earth as we know it without water. But what many people don’t think about is water’s forgotten sibling: electrolytes. Just as with many processes in the body, hydration is a delicate balancing act between electrolytes and H2O. Not all electrolytes are made the same, sourcing...

It sounds like the next object of interest in a Marvel movie, but deuterium is a very real thing present in all our lives. If this isotope is new to your ears, you’re not alone. Although research has been conducted on it for over 50 years, its not exactly a household term. While we are extremely fortunate in America to have the ability to drink tap water, its important to have knowledge behind wha...

We are tribal creatures. We evolved by gathering in groups to not only survive, but to socialize and interact with others. Healthy relationships are one of the cornerstones of an overall healthy lifestyle, and those relationships become even stronger when we make sure we're taking care of ourselves in the process. We all have an innate potential for greatness inside us that can aid us in our r...

A healthy lifestyle begins with the brain. That big organ made of fat that lives in our skull controls every single thing about us, including our decision making. When we don’t spend time nurturing this delicate organ and strengthening it just as we strengthen our muscles, our decisions can become blurred and difficult, leading to barriers while learning new healthy habits. One mindfulness skill i...

In America, we have a large number of food choices that have a lot of calories but not many nutrients to go along with those calories. If these foods become a larger percentage of the overall diet, the body may become deficient in certain macro and micronutrients. Our bodies are complex biological systems that require many of these different nutrients for many different processes (it isn’t as simp...

The human body is a very complex system, but its also extremely intelligent. A cascade of functions leads from cells and tissues all over the body to the brain where we process these signals and make decisions based on the information given. One of these functions is when to eat and when not to eat. I’m sure you’ve heard of intuition, this seemingly magical ability to know what we need and when we...

You may have heard that a plant-based lifestyle is the best way of eating for long-term health. While it is true that plants are a vital part of anyone’s diet and should be eaten regularly, is it necessary to be completely plant-based, vegan, or vegetarian to be healthy? And what’s the difference between the three?   In this episode, we break down what it looks like to eat plant-based from a plant...

As humans we are designed to move, and the research supports this notion. Digestion, cognition, blood pressure, sleep…nearly every natural process in the body is improved in some way when we include regular movement in our day-to-day routine. But for some, a regular exercise routine can be very difficult to begin. This may be due to finances, physical limitations, motivation, or a number of other...

Pregnancy is an absolutely miraculous thing, and should be treated as such. There are a lot of changes that happen to the female body before, during, and after the pregnancy. Unfortunately, some of these physical changes can create future difficulties post-pregnancy and into menopause. Luckily, I had the honor of sitting down with an expert on these potential postpartum complications. In this epis...

What does it mean to be “mindful”? And why do we want to be mindful in the first place? Mindfulness is simply being aware of your current state of being, but with our hectic day-to-day routines, jobs, kids, and other stressors, mindfulness isn’t a regular practice for most of us. However, implementing regular mindfulness practice can help overcome stressors, boost confidence, improve performance,...