Nutrition Nuance With Dietitian Ann

Groceries seem to keep getting more expensive — but eating well doesn't have to be something you sacrifice to stay within your budget. In this episode, Registered Dietitian Ann Kent shares 10 practical, evidence-backed tips organized into three categories: budget-friendly recipe strategies, reducing food waste, and smarter shopping habits. In this episode: Why plant-based proteins, seasonal pr...

You spend an hour planning, shopping, prepping, and cooking — and then your picky eater takes one look at the plate and refuses to touch it. Sound familiar? You're not alone, and you're not a bad parent. A picky eating phase is actually biologically normal. But that doesn't make it easy. In this episode, registered dietitian (and mom of a very picky toddler) Dietitian Ann shares the ev...

Is that afternoon diet soda leading you to an early grave — or is it actually the smarter choice? If the artificial sweetener debate has left you completely confused, this episode is going to be a breath of fresh air. Registered Dietitian Ann Kent cuts through the noise with research-backed verdicts on the top five health concerns about artificial sweeteners and explains why the topic seems so muc...

Trigger warning: This episode discusses weight, body composition, and body dysmorphia. Weight loss is not being promoted, but this topic may be triggering if you have a history of eating disorder, body dysmorphia, or are working toward making peace with food. GLP-1 medications are everywhere — and so is the confusion around them. Whether you're considering one, know someone who's on one, o...

Trigger warning: This episode discusses calories and macronutrient distributions for weight and body composition. If you struggle with disordered eating or body dysmorphia, you may want to skip this one. "So what are your macros?" might be the worst pickup line you've ever heard — but if it's left you wondering what macros actually are and whether you need to track them, this epi...

If nutrition advice feels confusing, you’re not alone. There’s a lot of noise out there - and not all of it is helpful (or safe). In this episode, Dietitian Ann breaks down how to confidently decide who’s worth listening to so you can stop second-guessing your choices. What You’ll Learn: Why nutrition advice feels so overwhelming How to spot red flags in health and wellness content The difference...

In this episode, registered dietitian Ann Kent breaks down protein recommendations in a way that actually makes sense. If you’ve ever wondered: How much protein do I really need? Am I eating too little… or too much? Do I need to track every gram? This episode is for you. What you’ll learn: The difference between minimum vs optimal protein intake Why most people don’t need extreme protein goals How...

Carbohydrates have become one of the most misunderstood nutrients in nutrition. In this episode, Dietitian Ann breaks down the science behind carbohydrates, without the fear tactics, and helps you understand how to include them in a way that supports your health. What You’ll Learn: Why “carbs are bad” is the wrong question How carbohydrates affect blood sugar and insulin The truth about sugar and...

Nutrition advice online is confusing. Registered Dietitian Ann Kent has spent over a decade helping people navigate the science of food without falling into diet culture or nutrition extremes. Each episode answers a nutrition question in the first five minutes, then explores the nuance of the science and how to apply it to your real life. Ann is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Care and...