Yumlish: Diabetes and Multicultural Nutrition

Chef Robert, aka The Happy Diabetic, shares how his Type 2 diabetes diagnosis transformed his life and cooking. From struggling with his health to inspiring thousands with delicious, diabetes-friendly recipes, he offers practical tips, busts common myths, and shows how food can be both healing and joyful. Tune in for real talk, flavorful advice, and a dose of optimism for your diabetes journey. On...

Tara uses  her intuition and energy medicine to address complex health and life challenges. Whether she’s working with professional athletes, executives, or individuals facing significant life transitions, Tara provides a holistic approach that transforms performance and well-being. Stay tuned  to discover how Tara helps her clients achieve optimal physical and emotional health through her transfo...

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Ellen Cutler, creator of the Ellen Cutler Method (ECM), to explore how her method helps manage chronic conditions like diabetes and digestive disorders. Dr. Cutler explains the core principles of ECM, focusing on the connection between food sensitivities, improper digestion, and chronic illness, especially across diverse cultural diets. She also discusses the desens...

Monica Reinagel is a distinguished nutritionist, author, and creator of the popular "Nutrition Diva" podcast. She addresses common nutrition misconceptions, offers practical tips for healthier eating habits, and discusses the creation of her app. Monica also explores accommodating diverse dietary needs, the psychological drivers of dietary behaviors, and how nutrition science continues to evolve a...

In this episode, Janice Dada, a dietitian specializing in eating disorders, diabetes care, and intuitive eating, shares her journey and explains how intuitive eating offers a fresh, non-diet approach to managing health. We explore how this framework works alongside chronic illness, dietary restrictions, and cravings, and discuss the importance of listening to the body’s hunger and fullness signals...

In this episode of the Yumlish Podcast, join Vasudha Viswanath , a former Wall Street professional turned health advocate, as she shares how reversing prediabetes with a low-carb diet transformed her life and sparked her passion for nutrient-dense vegetarian cooking. Vasudha, the founder of We Ate Well , explains how her personal health journey led her to rethink the way we approach vegetarian mea...

In this insightful episode of the Yumlish Podcast , we sit down with Dr. Taylor C. Wallace, a leading food scientist and nutrition expert, to explore the fascinating science of food and how it can help prevent chronic diseases. Dr. Wallace, the CEO of Think Healthy Group and a renowned researcher, shares his journey into food science and nutrition, offering listeners a deep dive into how food impa...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Yael Joffe, a leading expert in nutrigenomics and a specialist in personalized nutrition at 3x4 Genetics. With years of experience in the field, Dr. Joffe has dedicated her career to exploring how genetics and nutrition intersect to optimize health. As an educator, author, and researcher, she’s at the forefront of transforming personalized nutrition...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Melanie Betz, a nationally recognized kidney stone expert and the Founder & CEO of The Kidney Dietitian . With over a decade of experience, Melanie has helped thousands of individuals prevent kidney stones through personalized nutrition. She’s also a respected speaker and researcher in the field of kidney nutrition, regularly sharing her expertise at...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Germaine Guy, a registered dietitian specializing in renal nutrition, diabetes, cardiovascular health, and nutrition coaching. With over a decade of experience, Germaine has worked with diverse populations, including kidney disease patients at DaVita Dialysis, and has built a strong presence through his YouTube channel, EatRightGuy , where he empowers in...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Nathan S. Bryan, PHD, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Bryan Therapeutics, Inc., and an international expert in nitric biochemistry and molecular medicine. With over 20 years of research, Dr. Bryan has made seminal discoveries leading to numerous U.S. and international patents. His innovative nitric oxide products have generated hundreds of millions i...

In this enlightening episode, we welcome Dr. Jim Kaput, a leading expert in health data analytics and nutritional genomics. Join us as we dive into his groundbreaking work with Vydiant, an innovative healthware ecosystem designed to improve both personal and public health. We’ll explore the intersection of genetics and nutrition and how these insights can transform healthcare practices and researc...

In this episode, we chat with Staci Belcher, MS, RDN, LDN the founder of Nutrition Made Well and a passionate advocate for weight-inclusive nutrition counseling. Staci's journey into the world of food science and nutrition began serendipitously and led her through a path of profound personal and professional growth. She shares her experiences from her educational background at the University o...

In this episode, we connect with Megrette Fletcher, M.Ed., R.D., CDCES, who is a pioneering expert in Mindful Eating and diabetes education. She provides weight-inclusive teaching materials and resources to help build strong relationships and promote sustainable well-being. With a master’s degree in nutrition education and certification as a diabetes educator, she co-authored "Eat What You Lo...

In this episode, we connect with Samira Khan, a nationally recognized leader in public health and health equity. She shares her journey and the impactful programs she's led at the South Asian Public Health Association. We delve into the unique challenges faced by South Asian populations and explore effective solutions to advance health equity. Tune in to learn how you can connect with Samira a...

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Andrea Glenn. We’ll discuss the cholesterol-lowering portfolio diet, cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes prevention, and the current state of our public health landscape. Stay tuned to learn about more ways that you can use nutrition to lower your risk of certain chronic conditions!  Dr. Andrea Glenn is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Registered Dietitian...

In this episode of our podcast, we welcome Dr. Eva Selhub, a physician and internationally recognized expert in stress, resilience, and mind-body medicine. We'll discuss daily practices for building resilience, effective stress management techniques, and holistic nutrition tips to combat chronic stress and burnout. Dr. Eva Selhub is an internationally recognized expert in resilience, physician...

In this episode, we welcome Lindsay Bailey, who specializes in eating disorder treatment in children, adolescents, and young adults. We’ll discuss eating behaviors among young people and the Health at Every Size philosophy. Lindsay Bailey, a seasoned dietitian, discusses the correlation between control and eating behaviors in children and adolescents. She advocates for the Health at Every Size (HA...

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Melissa Prest, a renal nutritionist with years of clinical experience helping patients improve kidney health via dietary strategies. We’ll discuss the specific dietary elements contributing to kidney health, and how to use nutrition to tackle chronic kidney disease. Dr. Melissa Prest is a registered dietitian nutritionist who provides medical nutritional therapy for...

In this episode, we welcome Karen Gardner, senior policy associate at the Center for Science in the Public Interest. We'll discuss how food policy and retail environments impact communities, and how to advocate for a better food environment.   Karen (she/her) advocates for policies that improve healthy food access through the food retail environment. She has worked in food policy for over a de...

This week, we will hear from Dr. Sharan Rai and Dr. Shilpa Bhupathiraju, co-authors of the article “A South Asian Mediterranean-style diet is associated with favorable adiposity measures and lower diabetes risk.” In this episode, we will discuss exactly what this diet is and how it can prevent and treat diet-related chronic conditions. We also discuss the role of cultural foods, something fundamen...

In today’s episode, with Dr. Abrania Marrero, we’ll discuss the loss of food culture and reclaiming agriculture in marginalized communities, as well as interdisciplinary approaches to getting there. Dr. Abrania Marrero is a postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Nutrition at Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health. With a focus on food systems in small island states, including her nativ...

In this episode, we welcome Sabri Bromage, who’s a nutritional epidemiologist. His research centers on developing and expanding tools conducting large-scale nutrition surveys in low- and middle-income countries. He also investigates the  connections between human nutrition and the environment, including natural and food environments, and how nutrients move through various ecological systems. Sabri...

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Brück Wolfram Manuel who shares his international perspectives on food and health microbiology. We’ll discuss infant nutrition and the unique field of 'Foodomics.' Expect to learn about new food trends such as sustainable proteins and turning food waste into something good for us and the planet! Brück Wolfram Manuel studied microbiology in Minnesota and Manc...

In this episode, we welcome Antonella Dewell. We’ll discuss her experience helping clients with IBS, the role of nutrition in IBS, and effective methods to manage gut health. Antonella is a Registered Dietitian passionate about helping people with IBS find relief from uncomfortable gut symptoms. She helps her clients pinpoint the foods that are triggering them so they can stop being anxious around...