Nutrition Diva

Influencers are sounding the alarm about the many alleged dangers of seed oils. Let’s look at the evidence. Related listening: Does the Ratio of Omega-6 Fats Really Matter? (Nutrition Diva #185) 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...

Collagen supplements are promoted as a way to plump your skin, cushion your joints, and enhance your workout. What’s the evidence to support the claims? 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 Staying Strong as We Age...

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 seasonally? (Nutrition Diva #761) Pesticides on Our Plates: Is Our Food Safe to Eat? (Nutrition Diva #499) Mentioned in this episode: Calculate - Safe Fruits and Veggies     New to Nutrition Diva? Che...

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 Diva #379)   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...

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 dietitian as well as a doctor of psychology–affectionately known to her friends and colleagues as the “Psycho-dietitian.“  Nina has years of experience working in the field of bariatrics and as an ed...

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 has any significant impact on symptoms. However, absence of evidence is not evidence of absence. Mentioned in this episode: Does the PCOS Diet Work? International Evidence-based Guideline for the asse...

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? (Nutrition Diva #427) How fiber builds strong bones (Nutrition Diva #632) Mentioned in this episode: Bone Health Workshop with Joanne Fagerstrom, PT, CFP New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special...

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 drugs? (Nutrition Diva # 687) Mentioned in this episode: A terminal metabolite of niacin promotes vascular inflammation and contributes to cardiovascular disease risk | Nature Medicine New to Nutrition...

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 policy.  Related listening: A provocative new study on ultra-processed foods (Nutrition Diva #735) Mentioned in this episode: Ultra-processed food exposure and adverse health outcomes: umbrella review...

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 other and to real beef. Mentioned in this episode: Nutritional Comparison of Plant-Based Burgers (Nutrition Over Easy blog)   New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collect...

Last week, I joined Tom Hall on WYPR  FM (my local NPR station here in Baltimore), for a segment on Midday, a daily news and current events show. We discussed the recent announcement by the White House of an additional $1.7 billion dollar commitment to their ongoing campaign to reduce hunger and food insecurity in the United States. With the gracious permission of Baltimore Public Media and WYPR-F...

Tiny plastic particles are ubiquitous in our food, water, and environment. What are the potential harms and what can we do to protect ourselves? Mentioned in this Episode: Food and human safety: the impact of microplastics (Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition) Microplastics in food: scoping review on health effects, occurrence, and human exposure (Int. J. Food Contamination) The Role of...

Influencers are claiming that most of us should be taking in a lot more salt than is recommended. Are they right? Related listening: Are we eating too much protein (or not enough)?  (Nutrition Diva #699) What is water weight?   (Nutrition Diva #468) Mentioned in this episode: Potassium content of common foods  (Nutrition Over Easy Blog) Sodium: Dietary Reference Intakes for Adequacy (NIH) Sodium:...

A closer look at health claims for a popular greens supplement. Plus, a new study links plant protein with healthy aging. Mentioned in this episode: AG1® Induces a Favorable Impact on Gut Microbial Structure and Functionality (MDPI) AG1® Increases Short-Chained Fatty Acid Production in the SHIME Model (MDPI) AG1® Demonstrates Superior Mineral Bioaccessibility and Bioavailability (MDPI) Dietary pro...

Some claim that drinking the milk of other animals—or drinking milk beyond infancy—is both unnatural and unhealthy. How do the arguments for and against consuming milk stack up? Related listening: Review of What the Health (Nutrition Diva #437) Does Dairy Weaken your bones (Nutrition Diva #269) Does Milk Increase Breast Cancer Risk? (Nutrition Diva #565) Mentioned in this episode: Review of You Ar...

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.   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 Staying Strong as We Ag...

A round up of listener questions on processed foods, plant-based meats, and how to make sure you’re getting the right amount of protein, carb, and fats.  Related listening: Protein Density: How To Get More Protein for Fewer Calories (Nutrition Diva #483) How to Increase Fiber Without Overloading on Calories (Nutrition Diva #479) Mentioned in this episode: Protein Density of foods (Chart) Fiber Den...

It's a good idea to minimize your exposure to pesticides. But you might be surprised to find out where they are (and aren't) lurking. Mentioned in this episode: Dietary Exposure to Pesticide Residues from Commodities Alleged to Contain the Highest Contamination Levels The Million Women Study Pesticide Use by Consumers (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service) How you can Help Pollinators (U.S. Fish and Wil...

Food is food. Medicine is medicine. We need both. Mentioned in this episode: Impact of Produce Prescriptions on Diet, Food Security, and Cardiometabolic Health Outcomes Effect of an Intensive Food-as-Medicine Program on Health and Health Care Use 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 a...

Tips for Dryuary and beyond. Mentioned in this episode: New research on the risks and benefits of alcohol Rethinking drinking Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Alcohol Minimalist podcast 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...

You’d like to make some changes to your eating habits. What should you focus on first? Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Fin...

Yuka is a popular food scanning app that provides ratings on the health impact of products. But how accurate and useful are its scores? Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the...

A new treatment extends the life of fresh produce. But some worry about toxic effects.  Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Fi...

A new study finds that reducing your sugar intake doesn’t actually improve blood sugar control–unless you actually have diabetes. Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsl...

Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips. Find Monica's blog and other programs at Nutrition Over Easy.  Nutrition Diva is a part of...