Nutrition Diva

A listener worries that brown rice is “full of carcinogens.” What’s the truth about arsenic and brown rice and is it really a healthier option? Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Mentioned in this episode: Arsenic in Foods (Dartmouth University) Nutrition Diva 612: Why you need more (not less) phytic acid  Have a nutrition question? Send an email...

Sometimes questions that appear to be about nutrition are actually about something else entirely. 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 nutriti...

New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof blames almond farmers for the water crisis in the Southwest. Is this fair? 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 mo...

My guest on the podcast today is Jill Weisenberger . She’s a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified diabetes care and education specialist, and the author of Prediabetes: A Complete Guide , which is now out in a newly updated 2nd edition.   And the timing couldn’t be better because a couple of days after I received the announcement about the release of the updated edition, I got the results...

High triglycerides can increase your risk for heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. These diet and lifestyle adjustments can help you bring them down naturally. 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 Face...

People with low thyroid function appear to live longer. So why are drugs to boost thyroid levels among the most commonly prescribed medications? 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 subscr...

“Eat a varied diet” is a fairly standard piece of advice. But some research suggests that less variety might lead to healthier diets. What’s the truth?  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 , o...

Vitamin K2 plays an important role in heart health and bone formation. But how much is enough, and is it safe to take high doses? 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 news...

I’m joined today by my friend and colleague Tamara Duker Freuman. Long-time listeners will remember Tamara from previous episodes—most recently, clearing up the confusion around so-called Leaky Gut Syndrome.   Tamara is my go-to expert on all things digestive. She’s a registered dietitian, based in New York City and a nationally-known expert on nutrition therapy for gastrointestinal diseases. Her...

Do digestive enzymes impair nutrient absorption? Do potatoes count as vegetables? Should you be scrubbing your lemons? Nutrition Diva answers listener questions. 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 Tw...

Continuous glucose monitors were developed to help people with diabetes manage their blood sugar. But could they also help people optimize their health, athletic performance, or weight loss? The Nutrition Diva looks into the science. 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 l...

You may already be familiar with something called the low FODMAP diet, which I’ve talked about in previous episodes. Although the low FODMAP diet can be very effective in relieving symptoms of IBS, it’s not necessarily appropriate or doable by everyone.   Beth Rosen joins me to talk about some alternatives to the FODMAP approach for managing IBS.  Beth is a registered dietitian specializing in GI...

Fact-checking the claim that having water with food is bad for digestion or absorption. Also: how much variety do you need in your fruits and vegetables to meet the requirement? 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...

A new study links the use of a popular low-calorie sweetener with an increased risk of heart attacks and stroke. How worried should you be? 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 t...

We’re told that saturated fat is bad for your heart. But is saturated fat from plants different than saturated fat from meat or dairy? 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...

Bloggers recommend everything from bleach to baking soda. Food safety experts insist that tap water is all you need. What’s the best way to kill germs on fresh produce? 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...

We're often told to choose lean protein. But is lean protein actually healthier or is it time to retire this phrase? Plus, listeners respond to a recent episode on alcohol and health. 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 D...

Telling people to eat less salt doesn’t seem to be working. Maybe we should focus on getting more potassium instead. 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 , Diabetes , Weight Loss That Lasts...

Is there any amount of alcohol that can be considered safe? It’s not a one-size-fits-all answer.  Related links: Chart of alcohol consumption and increased mortality risk Cocktail calculator 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 Nutr...

Nutrient dense foods can help you optimize your nutrition. Energy dense foods can lead to weight gain. Here’s how these two factors interact in a healthy diet. Read More: Nutrition/Energy Density Cheatsheet 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...

Popular dark chocolate bars have been found to have concerning levels of lead and cadmium. 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...

Low-carb products can be quite high in fiber. But are they a healthy way to get more fiber in your diet?  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...

What's the latest guidance on how much protein we should eat, and what sources of protein are best, especially as we age? Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Related episodes: How to build more muscle with less protein How to prevent age-related muscle loss Protein density: how to get more protein with fewer calories Have a nutrition question? Send...

Those of us who write and speak about health have a responsibility to balance the doctrine of personal responsibility with the acknowledgment that poor health is not always the result of poor choices. 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....

You’ll pay a lot more for powdered cacao than for cocoa powder. Is it worth it?  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. Nutritio...