Diet Science
Episodes
Tiny Tiger Nuts Provide Huge Health Benefits
22 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Meet the tiger nut--a trendy superfood with a tiger-striped exterior that's not actually a nut. Listen in this week as Dee discusses what tiger nuts...
What is Citric Acid, and Is It Safe?
08 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Citric acid is one of the most common food additives and is also used in cleaning products, medicines and beauty products. Listen in this week as De...
The Benefits of Beef Tallow
25 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Centuries before the invention of Crisco, tallow (or beef fat) was considered a healthy and delicious fat for cooking, baking and more. Listen in th...
A Banana a Day Keeps the Heart Disease Away
18 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Research reveals that eating bananas every day could help prevent heart attacks and strokes. Listen in this week as Dee explains the nutritive power...
In Defense of Potatoes
11 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Potatoes have been banished from many people's diets due to myths about their effects on health. Listen in this week as Dee puts an end to the nutriti...
Is Duckweed a Reliable Source of Plant-Based Vitamin B12?
04 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Vitamin B12 is a very important vitamin for cardiovascular and neurological health, but it is also the only vitamin that is not recognized as being re...
Monk Fruit: Is it Worth the Hype?
27 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Monk fruit sweetener, aka Luo Han Guo, is a zero calorie sugar alternative that has taken a prominent place among sugar-free devotees and those with d...
The Good and Bad on Oxalates
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Oxalates are compounds found in many healthy foods and can also be made within your body, but some people may need to minimize their consumption. Li...
The Benefits of Vitamin B6
30 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The term “vitamin B6” makes it sound like it’s only one nutrient, but the term refers to a group of six related compounds that have similar acti...
Have You Gone Wild for Oat Milk?
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Oat milk is one of the newest members of the "alt-milk" community--known especially for its creamy frothiness in coffee shop espresso drinks. Listen...
Algae Oil for Cooking?
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A cooking oil extracted from algae fermented in tanks similar to those used for making beer and wine---how good can it be? Listen in this week as De...
What Happens if You Eat 20 Servings of Fruit a Day?
02 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A recent study helped to unravel longstanding questions about how the body handles fructose from fruit vs. fructose from refined sugars. Listen in t...
pH Balance for Better Bones
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bones are supposed to last a long time and decompose slowly; they are not supposed to deteriorate while we are alive! Listen in this week as Dee di...
Is Your Blood Type Protective Against COVID-19?
05 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Recent genetic studies confirm that people of a certain blood type are at significantly higher risk of developing severe cases of COVID-19 (defined a...
Saffron - A Spicy Treatment for Depression and More
21 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that the world's most prized spice has been clinically proven to be just as effective as Prozac, Zoloft and Tofranil, without any side ef...
Do You Need an Electrolyte Drink?
14 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Many bodily functions depend on electrolytes, such as nerve and heart function, muscle contraction, breathing and blood pressure. Listen in this week ...
Elderberry: Friend or Foe Against Viral Infections?
31 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Elderberry has long been used around the world to treat infections, and a 2009 study showed that it works better than medications for flu prevention a...
The Link Between Vitamin D levels and Coronavirus Mortality Rates--Are Your Levels Sufficient?
17 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Researchers have discovered a strong correlation between vitamin D deficiency and mortality rates from the Coronavirus. Listen in this week as Dee dis...
Primer on Prebiotics
03 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What's the difference between probiotics and prebiotics? What role do prebiotics play in our immune health, and how to they keep our digestive syste...
Mediterranean Diet Grabs the Top Spot for Best Healthy Lifestyle Plan
12 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For the third year running, the U.S. News and World Report ranks the Mediterranean Diet as the most nutritious and easy to follow diets for effective ...
Promising Herbal Remedy for Fatty Liver Disease
24 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Fatty liver is mainly a diet-related disease, and is emerging as the most prevalent form of chronic liver disease in the world. Listen in this week ...
Crazy Insomnia?? It Could be a Lack of GABA
16 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re having trouble catching z’s, you’ve probably got insomnia. And if you’ve got insomnia, chances are your brain may not be making en...
Focus on Fish Oil for ADHD
10 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In recent years, scientists have learned that two of the most crucial fatty acids responsible for optimal functioning of the brain. Listen in as Dee t...
The Power of Parsley
03 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Parsley is probably the best known and widely used herb, yet its many health protective properties are often ignored in its popular role as a plate ga...
What is Gluten? Should You Avoid it?
13 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With so many people going gluten-free in the last decade, have you wondered whether you should too? Listen in this week as Dee explains what gluten ...
Beyond Burger vs. Impossible Burger: What's the Difference?
06 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods are two companies that make meatless burgers that can be cooked on a grill and come close to tasting like a beef burg...
Should You "Swerve" Away From this Sweetener, or Not?
08 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What is "Swerve" made from? Is it a safe alternative to sugar and artificial sweeteners? Listen in this week as Dee discusses the ingredients in...
Are Sweet Potatoes and Yams the Same or Different?
01 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Some people call them "yams", others call them "sweet potatoes". Listen in this week as Dee discusses what a "yam" really is and why it may be impor...
Cacao vs. Cocoa: What's the Difference?
25 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you're excited about all of dark chocolate's health benefits, are you aware that most studies are done using cacao bean, not cocoa beans? Listen ...
Why Wearing Sunglasses May be Harmful, Not Helpful, to Your Health
18 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that exposing your eyes to natural light from the sun is a good thing? Listen in this week as Dee discusses why your eyes need the sun's...
Is Whole Body Vibration the New Wave to Better Health?
14 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Whole Body Vibration (WBV) involves standing on a vibrating platform to stimulate muscle contraction much better than other types of exercise. Listen ...
Is Chicken Really a Better Choice than Beef for Lowering Heart Disease Risk?
07 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Americans jumped on the white meat over red meat bandwagon over 35 years ago in an effort to lower cholesterol and heart disease risk. But is white ...
Is Rebaudioside M (Reb M) the New Wave for Stevia Lovers?
23 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember when Reb A was all the rage for unwitting stevia lovers? Now it has to compete with Reb M, a new iteration of stevia-derived compoun...
Crush Sugar Cravings with an Ancient Herb
17 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Popularly known as “destroyer of sugar,” an ancient herb has long been used in Eastern Indian medicine for its ability to temporarily suppress the...
Can Autism be Cured with Poop?
27 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A new study shows a 45% reduction of the core autism symptoms in children two years after a fecal transplant. Listen in this week as Dee talks about...
New Study Shows Not All Calories are Equal
19 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A new small scale study of 20 adult volunteers is the first randomized controlled trial to examine the effects of processed foods. Listen in this we...
Can You Get Dietary Iron from Cooking in a Cast Iron Skillet?
13 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The answer is....it depends. Not all foods can absorb iron from cast-iron skillets, and not all cast-iron skillets release iron. Listen in this week...
The Alkaline Diet for Improved Health and Balanced Hormones
06 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Does balancing your pH have an effect on hormone balance? Listen in this week as Dee explains how alkaline forming minerals are involved in hormone ...
A Pill-Based Medical Fiber Gets FDA Approval for Weight Loss
28 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Boston biotech company Gelesis has received FDA approval to market a lab-created fiber to help people feel more full, leading to weight loss. Listen i...
A Promising Project to Heal Drug Addiction
09 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Can growing organic vegetables save lives? Listen in this week as Dee shares the Diet Science Podcast mic with a naturopathic doctor who is working ...
Should You Jump on the "Celery Juice" Bandwagon?
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Juicing celery has become all the rage lately for boosting health. What's in celery that's making it so trendy--and can you get similar benefits from ...
Can Your Instant Pot Improve Your Nutrition?
18 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of heat used in pressure cooking, so is there a nutritional difference between steaming food, boiling food or cooking it under pressure?...
Food Allergy, Sensitivity, Intolerance--What's the Difference?
28 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Although they can have similar symptoms, food allergies, sensitivities and intolerances are very different conditions. Listen in this week as Dee di...
Thanksgiving Edition - Pumpkin Pie Makeover and More!
13 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in this week as Dee talks about how to makeover pumpkin pie, whipped cream, and cranberry sauce into processed-free holiday fare. She also ta...
Red Foods for Your Immune System
22 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Get prepared for cold and flu season by loading up your plate with red-colored foods. Listen in this week as Dee discusses how the nutrients in red-co...
New research shows Ketogenic Diets May Increase Your Diabetes Risk and Shorten Your Life Span
01 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A study published in the Journal of Physiology found that animals fed a ketogenic diet were at a much greater risk of becoming insulin resistant than ...
What is Powdered Oil?
24 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Have you seen something called powdered olive oil or powdered sunflower oil on an ingredient list lately? How does an oil become a powder? Listen ...
Lots to Love About Lupin
17 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Over the last 20 years, scientists have been studying the nutrient content and health benefits of an ancient legume called lupin. Listen in this wee...
Can Your Saliva Help Change the Taste of Bitter Leafy Greens?
03 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Why do humans instinctively dislike bitter foods? How can we learn to love them? Listen in this week as Dee discusses a new study showing how prot...
Water Kefir: A Sweet Fizzy Probiotic Drink
27 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Water kefir is a non-dairy, caffeine-free sparkling probiotic beverage that's a great alternative to soda. Listen in this week as Dee explains the d...
Are Spelt and Kamut Acid-Forming or Alkaline-Forming Foods?
13 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What is the criteria for a food's alkaline-forming properties? Listen in this week as Dee addresses a reader's question about grains on the alkaline...
JackFruit - "A Jack of All Fruits"
06 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's green and spiky on the outside, but firm, fleshy and "shreddy" on the inside. Listen in this week as Dee talks about how to use ja...
New Study finds Full-Fat Yogurt Lowers Risk of Heart Disease and Stroke
30 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in this week as Dee discusses the findings of this recent study that not only support, but also significantly strengthen, the growing ...
Say Hello to Jicama!
23 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jicama is a root vegetable that hails from Mexico, but many Americans are finding it helpful for weight loss and blood sugar management. Liste...
Nutrition to Support Stem Cell Therapy to Heal Injuries
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Adult stem cell therapy is a non-invasive treatment for healing damaged tissue due to arthritis, sports injuries, rotator cuff injuries, tendonitis, a...
The Magnificence of Magnesium
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Magnesium is like a best supporting actor in the mineral kingdom--it doesn't get the notoriety of other minerals like calcium and...
In Light of Recent News, More About Lectins
18 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In light of recent news about lectins, listen in this week as Dee explains more about the chemistry of lectins--which are harmful, which are not, a...
Is Intermittent Fasting a Way to Achieve Long-Term Health?
11 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the past few years, intermittent fasting has emerged as a popular trend in weight loss. Listen in this week as Dee discusses what happens i...
Ketogenic Diets: Healthy Long Term Lifestyle or Short Term Biochemical Back-up System?
14 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
People who follow ketogenic diets initially lose weight rapidly, but are there unidentified long-term health issues resulting from the low intake o...
The 2018 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce is Here!
07 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Every year the Environmental Working Group, a non-profit advocacy group, publishes a list of 48 common produce items and ranks them according to...
Move over Chia---Here Comes Sacha Inchi
23 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you're looking to upgrade your intake of omega-3's, give sacha inchi a try. Listen in this week as Dee talks about this crisp little seed w...
Has Coffee Reached Health Food Status?
16 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The studies continue to mount in favor of the morning cup of joe. So, can coffee join the ranks of green tea and dark chocolate as super health foods?...
Why is a Strain of Yeast More Effective at Lowering Cholesterol than Statin Drugs?
09 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In 1979 a Japanese biochemist discovered that a strain of yeast naturally produced a substance that lowers the production of cholesterol in the ...
Can "Meat" Be Created from Plants?
02 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A Los Angeles based company called "Beyond Meat" is giving it a try. Listen in this week as Dee reviews their Beyond Meat "burger" and weighs...
Amazing Açaí Berries and Bowls
12 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Dubbed "nature's purple gold", these vibrantly colored berries hail from açaí palm trees in South American rainforests and are packed with amazing...
Cash In on Cashews for Good Health
05 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Adding a palm full of raw cashews to your daily diet could help lower blood pressure and increase good cholesterol, with no weight gain, according to ...
Got A2 Milk?
26 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Have you noticed a new type of milk at the grocery store called “A2 milk”? Listen in this week as Dee explains what this type of milk is, and th...
A Non-GMO Apple That Doesn't Brown?
19 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible for an apple to be non-browning and not be Frankenfood? Listen in this week as Dee discusses how this is possible! Link to le...
Can Your Diet Stop Your Migraines?
05 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The food you eat can significantly influence the frequency, intensity and duration of migraines. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the Migrai...
Your Body Treats Fast Food Like a Really Bad Bacterial Infection That Won't Go Away
29 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A new study shows that a diet too high in sugar and fat may be doing permanent damage to your body’s immune cells, putting you at a greater risk for...
Roughage Teaches Cells to Beat Cancer!
22 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in this week as Dee discusses a newly discovered side-effect of fruit and vegetable consumption.
Avocados are a Source of Saturated Fat--What??
08 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Saturated fat does not all come from bacon and burgers. Listen in this week as Dee discusses a new study that shows that current dietary guidel...
Looking to Lower Your Cholesterol? Dark Chocolate and Almonds May Help!
01 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A new study shows that the combination of these two foods may reduce LDL cholesterol--but take this news with caution. Listen in this week as D...
The Sugar Industry Did Research 50 Years Ago that Linked Sugar to Heart Disease, But Never Disclosed the Findings
18 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A new scientific review has uncovered evidence that back in 1968 the Sugar industry buried research showing that high sugar consumption increased ...
Do Your Genes Tell You What's Best to Eat?
27 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Foods that were not part of evolutionary diets are the main drivers of disease. Listen in this week as Dee talks about how genes and bl...
Can Probiotics Cure Postpartum Depression?
13 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A new study says yes! Listen in this week as Dee talks about the findings of the study, and what type of probiotics were used in the stud...
The Lowdown on Leptin
09 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard about leptin? It's a hormone that keeps your metabolism stoked, but there's something lurking in the food supply that's blocking it f...
Can You Be Obese and Thin at the Same Time?
02 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Scientists now know that BMI (body mass index) doesn't tell the whole story when it comes to obesity. Listen in this week as Dee expl...
Got Triphala?
11 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven't heard of it, Triphala is an Ayurvedic formula consisting of 3 different fruits. Listen in as Dee shares the high antioxidant propert...
What are Lectins?
04 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The word lectin derives from the Latin word legere, which means “to select." These tiny compounds found in common foods may be creating havoc on yo...
Like Manna from Coconut
14 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What is coconut manna? What's the difference between coconut manna and coconut butter? Listen in this week as Dee explains the difference ...
Is it Possible to Drink Too Much Water?
07 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Is the advice to drink "half your body weight in ounces per day" the right amount of water? Listen in this week as Dee explains the physiolo...
Got Banana Flour?
31 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This grain-free, gluten-free flour is becoming popular among the health food crowd, and rightfully so. Listen in this week as Dee talk...
Coffee and Tea--Not Just the Caffeine--Protects Against Diseases of Aging
24 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
As we age, our bodies become less effective at managing inflammation, but drinking coffee and tea can help. Listen in this week as Dee explains...
The Low Down on Cholesterol
10 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
One important role of cholesterol in the body is to produce hormones and vitamin D that help the body function properly. ...
Making Sense of the Latest News on Coconut Oil
03 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A recent report by the American Heart Association recommends replacing coconut oil in your diet with polyunsaturated fats such...
The Trifecta to Prevent Food Allergies
26 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A new study from Monash University in Australia suggests a nutritional approach that combines three common nutrients that work together to prevent or ...
Is Your Omega-3 Intake Enough to Ward Off Alzheimer's?
19 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ninety-nine percent of the population doesn't get enough omega-3 fatty acids in their diet for optimal health. Listen in this week as Dee talks ab...
Technology Supporting Your Health!
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dee talks about the apps that are out there that support your health, and an exciting Indiegogo Project that Dee is working on right now: Link to D...
What Exactly IS Kosher Salt?
27 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If salt is labeled "kosher" does that mean it's healthier than table salt and rabbi approved? What role does it play in a processed-free eating style?...
Meet Omega-3's Younger Cousin: Omega-7
20 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The benefits of omega-3 fatty acids are widely known, but have you heard of their younger cousin, Omega-7? This new kid on the block shows some very i...
Why Sourdough Bread is So Amazingly Healthy
13 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sourdough bread is believed to have originated in ancient Egypt around 1,500 BC and today is still a favorite form of bread. Listen in this wee...
Fat Burning Qualities of Grapefruit
06 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Grapefruit has many health benefits, especially fat burning and immune system boosting. Listen in this week as Dee talks about the ...
Gelatin Explained
13 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Why are there two types of gelatin, and how to you eat them? Listen in this week as Dee explains the differences and benefits of the two types of ge...
Bone Up on Bone Broth!
06 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When prepared the traditional way, broth made by simmering the bones of chicken, beef, lamb or fish, known as “bone broth” is like a superfood. ...
What is Collagen?
23 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Derived from the Greek word "kolla," which means "glue", collagen is the most abundant protein in the body and makes up all our connective tissues--...
Bring on the Brazil Nuts!
16 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Brazil nuts are a little-known superfood, packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and heart-healthy fat. Listen in this week as Dee t...
Extra Virgin Avocado Oil - Healthy or Not?
09 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The high oil content of avocado is what makes the fruit so healthy--but is extracting its oil the best way to eat it? Listen in this week as ...
Is "Souping" the new Juicing?
02 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking for a great way to cleanse and nourish your body after a season of holiday indulgences? Juicing may have it merits, but eating...
Yikes! There's More Sugar than Iodine in Our Salt!
26 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
FDA regulations require food manufacturers to list the ingredient that weighs the most first, and the ingredient that weighs the least last. On t...