Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black | From nutrition to everyday habits—health made doable

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. In episode 29 of 'Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black,' Dr. Black discusses the relatively new diagnosis of Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) with Mo Salari, a clinical therapist at the Austin Center for Eating Disorders. The episode covers the distinguishing features of ARFID compared to typical picky eating, including its classifica...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. In Episode 28 of the 'Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black' podcast, Dr. Angela Black shares expert advice on helping kids eat healthier, especially picky eaters. Joined by a self-described picky eater & mom of three, they explore the emotional challenges associated with having a limited palate and offer straight-forward strategies to encourage ki...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. In this Five Fun Fact episode of the 'Eat Your Greens' podcast, Dr. Black proves that beans can be fun to talk about and to eat! Discover what legumes are, including various beans, peas, lentils, soybeans, and chickpeas. Learn about their historical significance, nutritional benefits, and how they contribute to a healthy diet. Also, explore some...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. Love chocolate mousse?? Ever had Mexican Hot Chocolate?? What if we could combine these? And... what it if was healthy? Have I got good news for you!   I recently visited Toronto, Ontario and I discovered a gem at the St. Lawrence Market that I just had to share with you. The Chocosol Chocolate store has amazing ethically sourced, locally made vegan choco...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. In episode 26 of Eat Your Greens, Dr. Angela Black and cohost Mae Parrish discuss how to leverage your lab results to take control of your health. With a lighthearted anecdote, they explore how the food you eat affects your fasting blood sugar, lipid profiles, and hemoglobin A1c levels. Using real lab results, they break down how HDL and LDL cholesterol,...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. In this episode of 'Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black,' Dr. Black interviews Mike Singleton, the owner of Naturally Cafe in New Braunfels, Texas. They discuss the cafe's commitment to healthy, plant-based, and gluten-free menu options. Key highlights include their popular vegan soups, homemade plant-based bacon, and guilt-free desserts. Single...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. In episode 24 of 'Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black,' Dr. Black speaks with Bill Jollie, founder of the nonprofit Interrupt Hunger. They discuss how his organization uniquely addresses both obesity and food insecurity, and how building healthier communities starts with individual effort. Jollie shares his inspiring journey, including his fight agai...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. Episode 23! In this Small Byte episode of the Eat Your Greens podcast, learn five fun facts about chocolate. Discover how chocolate is made, the difference between cacao and cocoa, and some interesting trivia, such as how many beans it takes to make a pound of chocolate and the world's largest chocolate bar. The episode also delves into the health be...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. Episode 22 of Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black features a conversation with special guest Dr. Vicki Petz Kasper, a dual board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist and lifestyle medicine physician, and current chief medical officer of Equilibrium Medical. The discussion centers on nutrition in pregnancy, emphasizing the importance of good nutrition both befor...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. Episode 21 of Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black, the final part of a three-part series, is dedicated to exploring the truth about plant-based meat alternatives. The episode begins with a recap of the journey, from practical diet shift strategies in part one, to taste-testing plant-based meats in part two. Dr. Black then delves into the health and environment...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. 🍏🤯 Want to why kids often dislike veggies and how your sense of taste changes over time? 🦠👄 Did you know the bacteria in your mouth can affect how you perceive flavors?  ✈️🍅 Wonder why tomato juice tastes better on a plane? It's not just you! Find out the science behind this phenomenon and many more fascinating facts about the sense of taste in...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. In episode 19 of the 'Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black' podcast, Dr. Black and her sister, Wendy, a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, delve into the world of plant-based meat alternatives. This episode, part two of a three-part series, is designed to assist listeners in transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle. The duo explores...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. In episode 18 of 'Eat Your Greens' hosted by Dr. Black, the focus is on helping listeners transition to a plant-based lifestyle with ease. The episode features a conversation with Dr. Michelle Miller, discussing the challenges and strategies of embracing plant-based eating within their family to support their daughter, Mia. The conversation cove...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. On episode 17 of ‘Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black,' listeners are treated to Five Fun Facts about leafy greens. Have you ever wondered why kale is called a ‘super food’? Did you know there are over 100 varieties of lettuce! From iceberg to arugula, leafy greens are more diverse than you think.  In this episode, Dr. Black explores the numerous varietie...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. In an engaging journey through the grocery store aisles, 'Eat Your Greens' hosts, Dr. Black and Mae Parrish, dissect the realities behind food labeling and marketing practices, focusing on a variety of items including snacks, baby yogurt, frozen meals, cereals, and meats. They challenge the veracity of health claims such as 'natural,'...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. This episode of Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black delves into the complexities of food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities in children, emphasizing the differences between them. A personal story from a mother, Carli, highlights the severe reaction (FPIES) her son had to oatmeal, underscoring the challenges parents face when dealing with uncommon food...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. 🌿☕ Did you know that coffee is more than just your morning pick-me-up? Dive into the fascinating history and health benefits of coffee on the latest episode of the Eat Your Greens podcast!  In episode 14, Dr. Black introduces a new format called 'Five Fun Facts' and focuses on coffee, described as 'magical bean juice of the gods.' Th...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. I have a big announcement! EYG is celebrating 1,000 downloads! Thank you to all the listeners who have helped me reach this important first milestone. I appreciate each and every one of you! To say thanks, I've created a free guide with over 20 tips on how to transition to a plant-forward lifestyle.  To get your free copy, just go to the EYG website...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. This episode of Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black is a MUST for parents with infants. Today, I’m talking about introducing solid foods to babies. You will learn about a wide range of topics including spotting the signs of readiness, the best feeding strategies, the recommended order of introducing foods, and new evidence on ways to reduce future food allergi...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. This episode of 'Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black' explores the complex issue of food insecurity, its impact on individuals and communities, and potential interventions. Guests Leslie Jordan Garcia, an expert in eating disorders and food equity, and Lisa Young, the executive director of the Hays County Food Bank, join the conversation to discuss t...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. In episode 11 of Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black, listeners head to college to learn about the microbiome and its vital role in maintaining overall health. Dr. Black is joined by Dr. Micaela Vargas from the Department of Biology at Texas State University, and they discuss the complex and fascinating aspects of the microorganisms that live in our bodies, pa...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. Does your baby or toddler scrunch up their face and push really hard when making a dirty diaper? Does your child clog up the toilet when they go number two? Or do their poops look like little pebbles? Do they try to hold it in because it’s painful to go to the bathroom? If so, you’ve come to the right place! In today’s Small Byte, we’re going to talk abou...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. Join Dr. Angela Black in this episode of 'Eat Your Greens with Dr. Black' as she discusses the immense benefits of incorporating fiber into your family's meal plans. As an experienced pediatrician, Dr. Black shares valuable insights from her career and scientific studies about how a plant-based diet loaded with fiber can prevent chronic dis...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. Plant-based diets are often perceived as being more expensive, but this is not necessarily true. Contrary to popular belief, plant-based meals don't have to drain our wallet. In this small byte episode, we’ll talk about how to ditch the expensive junk in favor of affordable plant-based meals that will suit every budget. Here's what you'll l...

Text Dr. Black your questions or comments. This episode features an interview with local chef and restaurant owner Andrew Silver of Fresco in San Marcos. The conversation starts with Silver's backstory, his journey from Massachusetts to Texas, and how he started in the restaurant industry. He talks about his restaurant's focus on healthy, uniquely flavored food and the overall philosophy...