QuickAndDirtyTips.com, Monica Reinagel

Nutrition Diva

Health EN ↓ 847 episodes

Every week, Monica Reinagel peels back the layers of nutrition news and research, answers listener questions, and helps you feel more confident about your food and nutrition choices. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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QuickAndDirtyTips.com, Monica Reinagel

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Health

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www.quickanddirtytips.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Test your summer nutrition smarts (Reissue) 22.06.2022

Test your summer nutrition savvy with this true/false quiz! Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Nutrition Diva is a part of Q...

Does the food matrix really matter? 15.06.2022

Food is more than just a collection of nutrients. In this episode, we explore how the format of the food matrix affects its nutritional value. Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Join Monica for a free workshop on creating healthy habits that actually stick this Thursday, June 16: https://weighless.life/workshop/ Have a question for Monica? Send an...

When do probiotic supplements make sense? 08.06.2022

US consumers are spending 3 billion dollars a year on probiotic supplements. Are they getting a good return on investment? Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question you want answered on the podcast? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter , or subsc...

Fighting back against an obesogenic environment 01.06.2022

Everywhere we go, we are bombarded by food marketing and encouraged to overeat. But resistance is not futile. Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Links to the two studies mentioned in today's show: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/obr.12265 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2792381 Have a nutrition question? S...

What to do if you can’t find baby formula 25.05.2022

As increasingly desperate parents are unable to find infant formula, DIY recipes are circulating online. Here’s why that’s not a good idea. Plus, Grammar Girl joins for a  quick chat on  "healthy" versus "healthfully." Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a question you want answered on the podcast? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips...

Indian Gooseberry: New uses for an ancient medicine 18.05.2022

A traditional Ayurvedic preparation is giving cholesterol drugs a run for their money. Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast. The two studies mentioned in today's episode: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3326920/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21495900/ Enrollment in the year-long Weighless program is opening soon! Sign up for the mailin...

How (not) to give nutrition advice 11.05.2022

Some advice for those who want to help their friends and family eat healthier. And some tips for those just starting out on the healthy eating journey. Nutrition Diva is written and hosted by Monica Reinagel. Transcript available at Simplecast. Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty...

Vegetables are useless against heart disease? Please. 03.05.2022

A new study concludes that eating vegetables does nothing to reduce your risk of heart disease. The real story is a bit different. Download the Nutrition GPA app and get your 5 servings of vegetables every day! Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on Facebook a...

Does the MIND Diet Support Brain Health? 26.04.2022

Can an experimental diet keep your brain healthy as you age? Nutrition Diva takes a closer look at the evidence to support the MIND diet. Nutrition Diva is written and hosted by Monica Reinagel. Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links:  https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/...

Zero Waste Cooking with Rosanne Rust 19.04.2022

Rosanne Rust , registered dietitian and author of the new book Zero Waste Cooking for Dummies shares strategies for reducing food waste, both before and after the food reaches your kitchen. Get Zero Waste Cooking for Dummies on Amazon , Bookshop.org , or at your local bookstore! Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newslette...

Your Nutrition Questions, Answered 13.04.2022

Will eating before exercise ruin the benefits? Will a collagen shake boost your recovery? Is expensive olive oil worth the extra money? Could my supplements be causing my A-fib? Nutrition Diva has answers to these and other listener questions. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Jo...

How Much Water Do You Really Need To Drink? 05.04.2022

Staying hydrated is obviously important. But you may be surprised to find out how much water it takes. A transcript is available at Simplecast.com . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links:  https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://...

The Big 8—Should You Avoid These Common Food Allergens? 29.03.2022

Is there any reason to avoid foods that are common allergens even if you're not allergic to them? Just how common are the most common food allergies? Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/big-8 https:/...

The Candida Diet: Separating Fact from Fiction 22.03.2022

You'll find a confusing mix of true and false information about candida diet and nutrition online. Let’s sort fact from fiction. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtyti...

Does Insulin Resistance Lead to Binge Eating? 15.03.2022

Does insulin resistance lead to binge eating or is it the other way around? Nutrition Diva looks into what researchers have found about Binge Eating Disorder and insulin resistance. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. You can use the confidential screening tool available at the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) website to assess whether it might be time to seek professional sup...

The Best Foods for Healthy Skin 08.03.2022

Can collagen supplements reduce wrinkles? How does the microbiome affect the skin? Find out what to eat to keep your skin looking its best. Read the transcript on Simplecast   New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself!  We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including S...

Can These Snack Bars Replace Your Cholesterol Meds? 01.03.2022

Some new "functional food" products offer an alternative for those who can't or won't take medication to control cholesterol. What's in these products and what's the evidence to support the claims? Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter ....

Counting Calories: the 4-4-9 Myth 22.02.2022

The calorie counts on many low-carb foods appear to vastly understate the actual calorie count. Are you actually eating more calories than you think? Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https:...

The Latest Research on Auto-Immune Disease and Vitamin D 15.02.2022

New research suggests that regular Vitamin D supplements lower the risk of auto-immune disease in older people. Should you start taking it? Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quic...

What to Do When Medications Cause Weight Gain 08.02.2022

1 in 5 Americans takes a prescription medication that can cause weight gain as a side effect. What do patients and doctors need to know about obesogenic drugs? Pharmacist and obesity educator Ted Kyle shares his insights. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on...

The Episode You Wrote: Listener Q&A 01.02.2022

This week, Nutrition Diva answers some of your questions! Can you get vitamin E from lotion? Is rinsing quinoa really necessary? Are sprouts a good source of protein? What are the advantages of organic milk? Is this the healthiest way to cook broccoli? Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition...

How Does Plant-Based Chicken Compare to Real Chicken? 25.01.2022

The category of plant-based meats continues to expand, with a growing number of chicken alternatives. What are the made out of any how do they stack up nutritionally? Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quick...

Can Nutrition Heal Your Thryoid? 18.01.2022

A controversial diet called the Auto-Immune Protocol is purported to help with Hashimoto's thyroiditis and other auto-immune conditions. Clinical Nutritionist Sunny Brigham joins Nutrition Diva to discuss the role of nutrition in supporting a healthy thyroid. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on Facebo...

Do Food Dyes Cause Hyperactivity? 11.01.2022

Are artificial food dyes really safe? What's the link between food dyes and ADHD? Nutrition Diva looks into the facts behind food dyes. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.q...

Proof That Healthy Habits Turn Back the Biological Clock 04.01.2022

We all hope that eating better and getting some exercise will keep us healthier for longer, but now a new study shows exactly how much good habits can slow the biological aging process. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links...

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