The Keri Report

Every new year is a time to reflect on the trends and fads from the year behind us - and to look ahead to what might be on the horizon. Whether it's plant-based diets, wearable tech, weight-loss no longer being a dirty word, healthier charcuterie boards (I want to believe it WON'T be butter boards again) or even just good old mushrooms, there's always something new that we should be keeping an eye...

The drug Ozempic is a trending topic lately. Originally designed to help control diabetes, it's been picked up by the media as the latest and greatest off-label fix for weight loss. In fact, my own husband tried this drug - and he's not even a celebrity! So, I wanted to find out: what is this drug, what exactly does it do, and does it actually help people lose weight?   Joining me for this convers...

Bloat is a puffed up topic in the media these days, but there's a lot of misconceptions out there - so I decided to let some of the air out of this issue and get to the bottom of whether or not "flat belly foods" actually exist.   For this episode, I'm excited for Tamara Duker Freuman to join me to dive deep into the discussion of belly bloat. Tamara is a New York City-based registered dietitian w...

For my diehard fans, you might remember that I covered frozen food once already way back in Episode 29 ( Should you spend more time in the frozen food aisle? ) but I think it's so important - and misunderstood - that I'm throwing this discussion back into the microwave for a reheat.    In this episode, I'm joined by Ali Rosen, the Emmy and James Beard Award nominated host of "Potluck with Ali Rose...

It's fast approaching that time of the year that brings colder weather, warm gatherings with family and friends - and for some, a lot of anxiety about how to stay on track with healthy eating, despite the holidays. While I advocate for eating what you want on the day of, I know that advice doesn't work for everyone. You see, for many people it's not just a single day, or two, of celebration that t...

SO many people try one diet or another in the pursuit of eating healthier, but are they succeeding? In this episode I am joined by Dr. Zach Conrad,  a nutritional epidemiologist, who has recently published a study titled "Quality of popular diet patterns in the United States: evaluating the effect of substitutions for foods high in added sugar, sodium, saturated fat, and refined grains." It might...

Registered dietitian Jackie London is back for another round! You might remember Jackie, author of Dressing on the Side: and Other Diet Myths Debunked, and podcast host of On the Side with Jackie London , from all the way back to episode 5 of The Keri Report when we discussed whether weight loss and body acceptance can co-exist. I was prompted to bring Jackie back on by an Instagram post she made...

Welcome back to the Season 3 premiere of the Keri Report! I'm catching up on some of the pros and cons behind the hottest popular social media trends from over the summer - so, yes, I did hop on the dreaded TikTok. I give my two cents on the chia seed cleanse (AKA the "internal shower",  and no, I'm not making that up), the effects of a plant-based diet to treat psoriasis (beyond just the study of...

This episode is season 2's finale–but before I send you on your way for the summer, I wanted to talk to you about some hot nutrition topics that are trending on social media. These include: the "Healthy Coke" trend, the GOLO Diet, and Hailey Bieber's smoothie for glowing skin. I debunk some of these trends–but I also talk about ways in which they may have merit, and how you can do some DIY at home...

I'll be honest–from the get-go, I have been pretty negative about intermittent fasting, for many reasons. In this episode, I'm joined by Amy Stephens, a registered dietitian and certified specialist in sports nutrition. Amy and I talk all about the different types of intermittent fasting, there are many, who would and wouldn't benefit from this diet, and how it relates to athletic performance. Who...

There is no shortage of diets out there and many unfortunately are not great for your overall health. In this episode, I walk you through the process of starting the popular Noom diet – including the types of questions you're asked from the beginning, their traffic-light food system, and the calorie amounts given. Some of the diet may be a little confusing, at least to me; however, the biggest que...

You've probably heard of prebiotics and probiotics–but have you heard of postbiotics? And do you know how they can help your gut microbiome? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Justin Green, the Director of Scientific Affairs at Cargill Health Technologies. Justin and I talk about the difference between pre, pro and postbiotics, how each of them are helpful for you, and how to find what works for y...

In this episode, I'm revisiting a topic I covered waaay back in Episode 11: "How Does Beef Fit Into Our Diet and a Healthy Planet". To me, this topic is still confusing since many experts seem to have differing opinions and approaches. Enter registered dietitian extraordinaire Kate Geagan, the Co-Founder of Food and Planet. Kate and I talk about how current food systems are not sustainable, the en...

Every year, the Environmental Working Group releases the Dirty Dozen, a list of conventionally-grown fruits and vegetables with the highest levels of pesticide residues. And every year, this list generates unnecessary consumer concern.  In this episode, I'm joined by Tamika Sims, Ph. D., the Senior Director of Food Technology Communications for the International Food Information Council. We talk a...

Just like the world of health and nutrition, the world of skincare and beauty can be very confusing. So in this episode, I'm joined by skincare expert and esthetician, Renée Rouleau. We dive deep into what's important for your skincare routine and maintaining healthy skin. From choosing the right cleanser, serum, acid, and moisturizer, to what not to spend money on – we've got you covered.  Resour...

Thanks to my marine biologist niece, I've recently been questioning my seafood-buying practices. What should I be looking to buy, and what's considered sustainable when it comes to seafood? In this episode, I'm joined by expert Scott Nichols, the founder and principal of Food's Future, LLC. I talk with Scott about farmed vs. wild, types of aquaculture, organic practices, safety and what it means t...

For most people, the idea of running across the country is the stuff of movies. But not for professional runner and Guiness World Record holder Michael Wardian, who is preparing to do just that. In this episode, I talk with Mike about how exactly he is navigating this amazing journey. We discuss his training schedule, diet and fueling requirements, and why he's doing this in the first place at all...

With every year comes new diets; some good, some… not so good. And then there are the diets that you think would have faded long ago. In this episode, I'm going to talk about two fad diets: the Watermelon Diet from Netflix's Cheer , and the Optavia Diet. Should you try these diets? Tune in to find out. Resources: https://www.shape.com/healthy-eating/diets/watermelon-diet --- The Keri Report dissec...

CBD, a chemical in the cannabis plant, seems to be everywhere these days. It's in everything from drinks to pet products to gummies–and it comes with a whole bunch of health claims. But can CBD really help with things like anxiety, pain and autism? In this episode, I'm joined by Janice Bissex, a Holistic Cannabis Practitioner, and the founder of Jannabis Wellness. Janice and I define a lot of term...

Everyone wants an easy way to lose weight–and the internet does not disappoint in providing infinite weight loss tips. But do any of them actually work? In this episode, I'm joined by Stephanie Middleberg, MS, RD, and the founder of Middleberg Nutrition. Stephanie and I myth-bust some of the most popular weight loss tips out there, such as lemon water, apple cider vinegar, and green tea, while sur...

The Keto diet may be one of the most popular diets around–but that doesn't mean you should be doing it. In this episode I'm joined by Ilisa Nussbaum, MPH, RDN and the Ketogenic Diet Clinic Coordinator at the Yale Comprehensive Epilepsy Center. We discuss who the diet is actually intended for, some of its dangerous side effects, and why choosing it for weight loss is outright crazy.  Resources: The...

It's the New Year–which means you might be thinking, once again, about setting some resolutions. However, some of the most popular ones related to health and nutrition are actually not very helpful at all. In this episode, I'm going to help you navigate through these resolutions, and suggest making more realistic and sustainable plans instead. --- The Keri Report dissects health and nutrition with...

As we are dead into the holiday season, I thought it would be fun to play a little holiday-themed game. I will give a popular holiday eating tip, and then you can decide if it is True or False. Trust me, some of the answers will be a little shocking!  --- The Keri Report dissects health and nutrition with a no-nonsense approach. Nutritionist, yoga teacher, and author of The Small Change Diet Keri...

I'm not very fond of social media for a number of reasons—but in this episode, we're going to explore one of its more dangerous elements - its possible relationship to eating disorders. I am thrilled to be joined by one of my oldest and dearest friends, Dr. Melissa Freizinger. Dr. Freizinger is the Associate Director of the Eating Disorder Program in the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medi...

Since the pandemic began, many consumers have been stocking up on supplements in an effort to "boost" their immune system. But do any of these supplements make a difference? What really is the best way to support our immune health? In this episode, Mia Syn, registered dietitian and host of Good Food Friday on ABC Charleston, and I discuss taking a food first approach. Mia also gives us her top 5 n...