Diet Science
Episodes
Maple Butter: What Is It and Why It's So Good!
17 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Maple Butter" (also called "Maple Cream") is a form of pure maple syrup that is spreadable---but there is no actual butter, cream, or anything else i...
What is a Slimcado?
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A West Indian variety of avocado that has been grown in Florida for the past 100 years, the Slimcado is a unique avocado variety. Listen in this w...
Mamaki Tea from Hawaii Brings Big Health Benefits to Mainland
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the rarest herbal teas in the world, Mamaki is an ancient herbal tea grown only in Hawaii. Used for centuries by native Hawaiians for its healt...
The Nutritional Benefits of Sardines
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sardines are small saltwater fish with huge health benefits. They’re rich in essential nutrients that play a central role in heart health, blood sug...
Watermelon Consumption is Linked to Better Heart Health
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Two studies found that watermelon consumption is linked to higher nutrient intake and better heart health. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the fi...
New Study Reveals an Easy Strategy for Getting Kids to Eat More Fruits and Veggies
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Past studies have shown that children worldwide eat considerably less fruits and vegetables than the recommended amount, putting them at increased r...
The Importance of DHA During Pregnancy and Lactation, Especially for Vegetarians and Vegans
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new study reveals that the breast milk of mothers following vegetarian and vegan diets is deficient in the crucial omega-3 fatty acid called docosah...
What is "Meat Glue"? Is it Safe to Eat?
29 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Transglutaminase, also called "meat glue" is a common additive used in many foods because it works to bind protein molecules from various different su...
New Study Shows a Specific Probiotic Strain Helps Alleviate Gout Flare-Ups
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gout is a chronic arthritic condition caused by high levels of uric acid in the blood that crystallizes and deposits into the fluid surrounding the jo...
Why Water Buffalo Milk is Making a Splash
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Water buffalo milk and its products, yogurt and cheese, have become a recent trend from Spain to various part of the U.S., appearing on the shelves of...
New Study Shows Walnut Consumption Produces a Unique Probiotic Bacteria that Benefits Heart Health
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fatty acids in walnuts have long been known to have heart health benefits such as lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. However, a new study s...
Benefits of Panela Sugar
02 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Panela is a type of unrefined sugar completely hand made in Colombia using traditional methods. Studies dating back to the 1930's show many health be...
Weight Loss Achieved with Intermittent Fasting is on a Par with Traditional Dieting Approaches
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Two recent systematic review articles examining clinical trials on the three most common types of intermittent fasting (IF) concluded that weight loss...
New Study Shows the MIND Diet Reduces Indicators of Alzheimer's Disease
19 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new study has found a strong association between adherence to the tenets of the MIND Diet and fewer sticky beta-amyloid plaques and tau tangles in b...
New Study Shows Erythritol is Linked to Heart Attack and Stroke
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new study has found a strong association between consumption of erythritol (a zero calorie sweetener used in many sugar-free products) and blood clo...
New Study Shows Fructose is a Fuel for Formation of Alzheimer’s disease
05 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The authors of a new study make the case that Alzheimer's disease is driven by diet, and that an evolutionary survival response to forage for food tri...
New Study Shows Portion Control Beats Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Intermittent fasting has gained popularity in recent years as a viable weight loss strategy. But is skipping the morning meal really necessary for dr...
The World Health Organization Names Trans-Fats a "Toxic Chemical that Kills"
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In her book The Science of Skinny, Dee claimed the invention of trans fats as the worst nutritional disaster in history. Now a new report from the Wo...
Are Grapes a Natural Sunscreen?
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grapes contain a myriad of phytonutrients that protect against many diseases. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the findings of a recent study that...
Six Cups of Mineral Water a Day Could Keep Alzheimer's Away
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Several studies show that consumption of up to 1.5 liter a day of silicon-rich mineral water offers clinically significant protection against cognitiv...
GMO Purple Tomato Coming to a Market Near You in 2023
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A team of British scientists have spent the last 14 years experimenting with genetically engineering a tomato that contains significantly higher level...
The Five Pillars of a Longevity Diet
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
People who live in longevity hot spots called "Blue Zones" live up to a decade longer than average Americans. After researchers analyzed dietary surve...
Meet the Macambo Bean!
08 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Macambo beans are a cousin to cacao beans, with similar nutritional benefits. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the nutritional benefits of this c...
Postbiotics: The Future of Gut Health
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've likely heard of prebiotics and probiotics. But what are postbiotics, and what do they do? Listen in this week as Dee discusses all three "bio...
Don't Forget the Flavonols!
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study shows that eating more flavonols, a class of antioxidant compounds that protect cells and neurons, may slow your rate of memory loss. Lis...
'Tis the Season for the Health Benefits of Cranberries
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cranberries have been used in folk medicine for generations, and there is now sound science to back-up their benefits. Listen in this week as Dee dis...
Newly Discovered Bacteria in Microbiome May be the Cause of Rheumatoid Arthritis
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown species of bacteria present in the intestines of people diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, but not ...
Big Health Benefits of Tartary Buckwheat
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fagopyrum tataricum, also known as Tartary Buckwheat, is a gluten-free psuedo-grain sibling to common buckwheat, but with a more powerful nutrient pro...
Does a Probiotic from Raw Cheese Improve Weight Loss?
12 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
That is the question French researchers sought to answer in their 3-month study on overweight adults. Listen in this week as Dee deciphers the results...
Pumped Up Benefits of Pumpkin Vinegar
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a fan of raw apple cider vinegar, you'll be surprised to learn that pumpkins can be fermented into a similarly nutritious vinegar too. List...
What is Retrograded Resistant Starch?
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When foods like potatoes and rice are cooked and then cooled, their starch molecules undergo rearrangement to become less "starchy". Listen in this w...
Psyllium Husk: A Super Functional Fiber
22 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Psyllium is best known for its ability to aid in digestive health, but it has also been clinically proven to lower cholesterol, blood sugar and blood ...
Chia Seeds are Making a Comeback Again!
15 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of nutrition packed into these tiny little seeds, and the chia seed trend is making a splash with a new generation now. Listen in this ...
Foods That Are Good for Your Eyes
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our eyes need nourishment to keep them moist so that we can have crisp, clear vision. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the foods that provide nou...
What is the Difference Between Pickles and Fermented Cucumbers?
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pickling and Fermenting are two techniques used to preserve fruits or vegetables in jars. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the important diffe...
Taking a Daily Multivitamin Linked to Improved Cognitive Function in Older Adults
24 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study comparing daily consumption of cocao versus multivitamins shows the multivitamins improved brain function in older adults, and the benefit...
Taking a Daily Multivitamin Linked to Improved Cognitive Function in Older Adults
24 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study comparing daily consumption of cocao versus multivitamins shows the multivitamins improved brain function in older adults, and the benefit...
Peer Reviewed Study Finds Two Common Artificial Sweeteners Raise Blood Sugar Levels and Should Not Be Assumed Safe
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study published in the journal Cell, showed that consuming saccharin and sucralose harms the ability of healthy adults to dispose of glucose in ...
Peer Reviewed Study Finds Two Common Artificial Sweeteners Raise Blood Sugar Levels and Should Not Be Assumed Safe
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study published in the journal Cell, showed that consuming saccharin and sucralose harms the ability of healthy adults to dispose of glucose in ...
Shopping for Plant-Based Meat Alternatives--Which are Best?
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If your goal in selecting plant-based meat alternatives is better health, then you'll want to know which one can get you there. Listen in this week as...
Shopping for Plant-Based Meat Alternatives--Which are Best?
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If your goal in selecting plant-based meat alternatives is better health, then you'll want to know which one can get you there. Listen in this week as...
Is High-Dose Vitamin C a Viable Treatment for Cancer?
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A 2015 study published in the journal Science found that high doses of vitamin C impaired growth of colon cancer tumors that have previously resisted ...
Is High-Dose Vitamin C a Viable Treatment for Cancer?
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A 2015 study published in the journal Science found that high doses of vitamin C impaired growth of colon cancer tumors that have previously resisted ...
Diet High in Calcium and Potassium Helps Prevent Kidney Stones
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings showed that lower intake of calcium and potassium leads to high odds of developing kidney stones. Li...
Diet High in Calcium and Potassium Helps Prevent Kidney Stones
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings showed that lower intake of calcium and potassium leads to high odds of developing kidney stones. Li...
Bountiful Benefits of Banana Blossoms
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you enjoy eating jackfruit as a meat alternative, you'll want to know about banana blossoms. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the purple ...
Bountiful Benefits of Banana Blossoms
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you enjoy eating jackfruit as a meat alternative, you'll want to know about banana blossoms. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the purple ...
New Research Shows Paleolithic Diet Contained Starchy Foods
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Paleo Diet has long been touted as a diet that did not contain potatoes, beans or other starchy foods. New research now shows that likely wasn't t...
New Research Shows Paleolithic Diet Contained Starchy Foods
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Paleo Diet has long been touted as a diet that did not contain potatoes, beans or other starchy foods. New research now shows that likely wasn't t...
Three High-Potassium Foods Shown to "Counter" Effects of Salt in the Diet
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study has found that potassium-rich diets were associated with lower blood pressure, particularly in women with high salt intake. Three specifi...
Three High-Potassium Foods Shown to "Counter" Effects of Salt in the Diet
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study has found that potassium-rich diets were associated with lower blood pressure, particularly in women with high salt intake. Three specifi...
Research Shows Exercise Does Not Counteract Detrimental Effects of a Poor Diet
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The idea that exercising more can mitigate the effects of eating a poor diet is being put to rest. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the research,...
Research Shows Exercise Does Not Counteract Detrimental Effects of a Poor Diet
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The idea that exercising more can mitigate the effects of eating a poor diet is being put to rest. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the research,...
More Downsides to Diet Sodas
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A growing body of evidence suggests that consumption of diet soda is correlated to increased risk of metabolic issues and dementia, among other medica...
More Downsides to Diet Sodas
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A growing body of evidence suggests that consumption of diet soda is correlated to increased risk of metabolic issues and dementia, among other medica...
Curcumin Quenches the Flame of Alzheimer's
17 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alzheimer's Disease currently devastates the lives of 5.8 million Americans, and there is no cure, but some promising research on curcumin gives us so...
Curcumin Quenches the Flame of Alzheimer's
17 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alzheimer's Disease currently devastates the lives of 5.8 million Americans, and there is no cure, but some promising research on curcumin gives us so...
Adding Pecans to your Diet can Significantly Reduce Cholesterol!
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study has shown that adding about two servings of pecans a day to your diet produces a greater and more consistent reduction in cholesterol comp...
Adding Pecans to your Diet can Significantly Reduce Cholesterol!
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study has shown that adding about two servings of pecans a day to your diet produces a greater and more consistent reduction in cholesterol comp...
Is Your Diet as Healthy as You Think?
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study reveals that people are usually wrong when ranking how well they eat, particularly when they think their diet is healthy. Listen in this ...
Is Your Diet as Healthy as You Think?
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study reveals that people are usually wrong when ranking how well they eat, particularly when they think their diet is healthy. Listen in this ...
Top Foods to Boost Testosterone Levels
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Testosterone is a key hormone needed by both men and women for optimal bone density, blood sugar control, muscle mass, energy levels, and libido. Tes...
Top Foods to Boost Testosterone Levels
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Testosterone is a key hormone needed by both men and women for optimal bone density, blood sugar control, muscle mass, energy levels, and libido. Tes...
The 2022 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce is Here!
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Every year the Environmental Working Group, a non-profit advocacy group, publishes a list of common produce items and ranks them according to how cont...
The 2022 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce is Here!
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Every year the Environmental Working Group, a non-profit advocacy group, publishes a list of common produce items and ranks them according to how cont...
Fermented Olives, A Traditional Food
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Table olives are one of the oldest fermented foods hailing from the Mediterranean area. Fermentation gives them probiotic properties in addition to th...
Fermented Olives, A Traditional Food
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Table olives are one of the oldest fermented foods hailing from the Mediterranean area. Fermentation gives them probiotic properties in addition to th...
Why Resistance Training is More Powerful for Weight Loss than Cardio Exercise
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Two studies published within the last year found that cells in muscles being used to lift weights sends instructions to fat cells in other parts of th...
Why Resistance Training is More Powerful for Weight Loss than Cardio Exercise
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Two studies published within the last year found that cells in muscles being used to lift weights sends instructions to fat cells in other parts of th...
Health Benefits of Beet Kvass
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kvass is a fermented probiotics beverage that hails from northeastern Europe and is traditionally made from bread, malt, and water. When kvass is mad...
Health Benefits of Beet Kvass
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kvass is a fermented probiotics beverage that hails from northeastern Europe and is traditionally made from bread, malt, and water. When kvass is mad...
Fonio: The Most Nutritious Super-Grain You've Probably Never Heard Of
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fonio, also known as Hungry Rice, is an ancient super-grain from the millet family that hails from west Africa. It cooks as quickly as couscous, is g...
Fonio: The Most Nutritious Super-Grain You've Probably Never Heard Of
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fonio, also known as Hungry Rice, is an ancient super-grain from the millet family that hails from west Africa. It cooks as quickly as couscous, is g...
Nutritional Yeast Health Benefits and Culinary Uses
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nutritional yeast is a delicious way to infuse flavor in a variety of meals. But what is nutritional yeast, and what are its benefits? Listen in thi...
Nutritional Yeast Health Benefits and Culinary Uses
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nutritional yeast is a delicious way to infuse flavor in a variety of meals. But what is nutritional yeast, and what are its benefits? Listen in thi...
Study Shows Obese Mothers Who Exercise During Pregnancy Lowers Risk of Generational Diabetes in Offspring
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows that children born to obese mothers or mothers with type 2 diabetes, are genetically prone to developing diabetes. Listen in this week...
Study Shows Obese Mothers Who Exercise During Pregnancy Lowers Risk of Generational Diabetes in Offspring
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows that children born to obese mothers or mothers with type 2 diabetes, are genetically prone to developing diabetes. Listen in this week...
Digestion of Fats Without a Gallbladder
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Each year, about half a million people have their gallbladder removed--a surgery known as a cholecystectomy. You can live without a gallbladder, but d...
Digestion of Fats Without a Gallbladder
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Each year, about half a million people have their gallbladder removed--a surgery known as a cholecystectomy. You can live without a gallbladder, but d...
Lentils - The Underrated Nutrition Powerhouse
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lentils are petite legumes with huge health benefits. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the nutrient power of lentils, and how to cook and incorpor...
Lentils - The Underrated Nutrition Powerhouse
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lentils are petite legumes with huge health benefits. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the nutrient power of lentils, and how to cook and incorpor...
The Nutritional Power of Date Seed Coffee
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A relative newcomer to the U.S., coffee made from the seeds of dates has been enjoyed in Middle Eastern countries for centuries. Recent research sho...
The Nutritional Power of Date Seed Coffee
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A relative newcomer to the U.S., coffee made from the seeds of dates has been enjoyed in Middle Eastern countries for centuries. Recent research sho...
Digestive Enzymes vs. Metabolic Enzymes
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Enzymes are specialized proteins that perform various roles in the body. Good digestion and good health depends on them, therefore a shortage of enzy...
Digestive Enzymes vs. Metabolic Enzymes
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Enzymes are specialized proteins that perform various roles in the body. Good digestion and good health depends on them, therefore a shortage of enzy...
Study Shows DHA Omega-3 Fends Off Dementia
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study shows that diets high in processed foods are linked to brain inflammation that results in dementia. Listen in this week as Dee discusses ...
Study Shows DHA Omega-3 Fends Off Dementia
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study shows that diets high in processed foods are linked to brain inflammation that results in dementia. Listen in this week as Dee discusses ...
New Evidence Links Artificial Sweeteners to Increased Cancer Risk
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A recently published large scale study correlates consumption of the artificial sweetener Aspartame (marketed under the brand name Equal) to a signifi...
New Evidence Links Artificial Sweeteners to Increased Cancer Risk
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A recently published large scale study correlates consumption of the artificial sweetener Aspartame (marketed under the brand name Equal) to a signifi...
Big Benefits of Brussels Sprouts
20 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes called mini cabbages, Brussels sprouts have a reputation for being a "yucky vegetable” due to their bitter tasting odiferous compounds tha...
Big Benefits of Brussels Sprouts
20 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes called mini cabbages, Brussels sprouts have a reputation for being a "yucky vegetable” due to their bitter tasting odiferous compounds tha...
Fat + Fructose = A Fast Track to Fatty Liver Disease
13 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study shows that diets high in saturated fat combined with liquid forms of fructose, such as sugary beverages, is linked to fatty liver disease....
Fat + Fructose = A Fast Track to Fatty Liver Disease
13 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new study shows that diets high in saturated fat combined with liquid forms of fructose, such as sugary beverages, is linked to fatty liver disease....
New Study Shows: Organic or Not, Eating More Vegetables Can Add 10 Years to Your Life
06 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New research shows that no matter what age you start, and no matter whether the produce is organic or not, adopting a plant-rich diet can add years to...
New Study Shows: Organic or Not, Eating More Vegetables Can Add 10 Years to Your Life
06 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New research shows that no matter what age you start, and no matter whether the produce is organic or not, adopting a plant-rich diet can add years to...
The Magnificence of Mangos
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Two new studies published in early 2022 show that eating mangos on a regular basis is associated with better intakes of potassium and fiber, reduced i...
The Magnificence of Mangos
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Two new studies published in early 2022 show that eating mangos on a regular basis is associated with better intakes of potassium and fiber, reduced i...
How Caffeine Stimulates Cholesterol-Lowering Cascade
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The stimulant effects of caffeine have been a topic of study by researchers for many years. Now, a new Canadian study has discovered how caffeine int...
How Caffeine Stimulates Cholesterol-Lowering Cascade
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The stimulant effects of caffeine have been a topic of study by researchers for many years. Now, a new Canadian study has discovered how caffeine int...
The Many Health Benefits and Uses of Date Syrup
06 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dates are a deliciously sweet, yet low glycemic fruit with a variety of scientifically proven health benefits. Listen in this week as Dee talks about...