Diet Science
Episodes
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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 study....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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. ...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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?...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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. ...
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--...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...