Nutrition Diva
Episodes
492 - Mindful Eating: How We Get it Wrong
04 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mindful eating is supposed to make us healthier, happier, and more relaxed. Instead, we end up feeling stressed and guilty about not doing it. If you ...
423 - 4 Tips for More Mindful Eating
29 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
These tricks can help reduce mindless overeating. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2ozewQH New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Sp...
491 - Is Drinking Milk Unnatural?
22 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Some claim that drinking the milk of other animals—or drinking milk beyond infancy—is both unnatural and unhealthy. How do the arguments for and a...
490 - Is Butter a Healthy Fat?
15 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Butter is making a comeback as a healthy fat. But are the claims for the benefits of butter for real? How does butter fit into a healthy diet? New t...
488 - Can a Low-Carb Diet Cure Reflux?
31 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A low FODMAP diet can bring relief from IBS and other intestinal miseries. But could it also be the answer for chronic heartburn?Check out all the Qui...
487 - What Is the Cracker Test?
24 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Some claim that chewing on a saltine can reveal how much carbohydrate you should eat. Nutrition Diva thinks this is completely crackers. Read the tran...
485 - What Is Gymnema Sylvestre and Can It Kill Sugar Cravings?
11 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gymnemic acid binds to the taste receptors on your tongue that perceive sweetness. As a result, it makes sweet things taste a lot less sweet. Read the...
484 - Rethinking Drinking: Do the Benefits of Alcohol Outweigh the Risks?
04 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Moderate alcohol consumption has been linked with a longer life. But new research questions the benefits of even moderate drinking. Read the transcrip...
483 - Protein Density: How To Get More Protein for Fewer Calories
27 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It can be challenging to to increase your protein intake using plant-based sources without taking in more calories than you need. This is where the co...
482 - The Surprising Link Between Salt and Weight Gain
19 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Moderating our sodium intake may help us maintain healthier gut flora, which is associated with healthier body weight. Who saw that coming? Read the t...
480 - Can Xylitol Prevent Bone Loss?
05 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Xylitol can absolutely protect against bone loss and prevent osteoporosis. If you’re a rat. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify p...
479 - How to Increase Fiber Without Overloading on Calories
29 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Many high-fiber foods are also high in calories. If you're looking to increase fiber but keep calories under control, you want foods with a high fiber...
478 - 10 Nutrition Worries You Can Stop Stressing About
23 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Let's make sure we're not stressing out about things we don't actually need to worry about. As my contribution to the general well-being, here are ten...
477 - Mushroom Coffee: The Science Behind the Trend
08 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A new line of mushroom coffee promises to increase productivity, focus, energy, and much more. What's the science to support the claims? Read the tran...
476 - Does Sugar Really Suppress the Immune Response?
01 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Eating sugar may put your white blood cells into a temporary coma. But there’s a lot more to the story of how sugar affects our immune response. Ch...
475 - Does Sparkling Water Make You Hungry?
24 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Even if carbonated drinks increase the "hunger hormone" ghrelin, these hormones are only one of many factors that contribute to our subjecti...
474 - How Fake Nutrition News Hurts Us All
17 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Learning to think critically about nutrition claims can help make us better consumers of information in general. Read the transcript at https://www.qu...
471 - Lectins and the Plant Paradox
27 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Could it be that the foods that we are constantly encouraged to eat more of, are actually making us sick?Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows:...
470 - Do Calcium Supplements Raise Your Risk of Colon Cancer?
20 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Doubling up on your calcium will not make your bones twice as strong. But it may increase your risk of other health problems. Read the transcript at h...
469 - Is the Vegan Impossible Burger Healthy for You?
13 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
These juicy plant-based burgers could fool even a meat lover. But are they actually healthier for us? Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirty...
468 - What is Water Weight?
06 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you gain or lose three or four pounds overnight, most of that is probably due to water weight. But how and why do we gain and lose so much water? R...
467 - Do Eggs Increase Diabetes Risk?
27 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
One study finds that eating an egg a day can triple your risk of developing diabetes. But there's more to this story. Read on to see whether you shoul...
466 - What to Eat to Prevent the Flu
20 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Are there foods and nutrients that can help bolster your defenses against the flu? Nutrition Diva sorts the facts from fiction--plus one criticial fac...
464 - Can You Lose Weight by Eating More Often?
06 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the Abs Diet, David Zinczenko claims that eating more frequently helps burn more fat. Is six meals a day the secret to losing weight? Read the tran...
463 - Should You Eliminate Oil From Your Diet?
30 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Is an oil-free diet healthier? What are the arguments for and against eliminating oil from your diet? Read the transcript at https://www.quickanddirty...
462 - Is It Safe to Eat Freezer Burned Food?
23 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What causes freezer burn and how can you prevent it? Read the transcript at http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/healthy-eating/is-it-safe-...
461 - How to Change your Habits: An Interview with Dan Ariely
16 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Behavioral economist and bestselling author Dan Ariely shares his research on what really motivates people to make positive changes and how a scale th...
460 - Why Do Antidepressants Cause Weight Gain?
09 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Up to 25% of people who take antidepressants report significant weight gain. Is there anything you can do to fight back? Read the transcript at http:/...
459 - The Best Nutrition Ideas of 2017
26 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What were the best nutrition tips, ideas, and products of the year? Nutrition Diva looks back over 2017 and picks out the highlights. Read the transcr...
458 - Is Nonstick Cookware Safe?
19 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Nonstick pans allow you to cook with less oil and clean-up is a breeze. But most nonstick pans are coated with Teflon. Does that make them unsafe? Rea...
457 - How to Increase Breast Milk Supply
12 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
New moms often worry about whether they are producing enough milk for baby, and there are a slew of products that claim to help. But do they? Nutritio...
456 - Is Meratrim Effective for Weight Loss?
05 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This over the counter weight loss supplement has some solid research to back it up. But it's probably too soon to declare victory over obesity. Read t...
454 - Can Pesticides Affect Pregnancy?
14 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A recent study suggests that pesticides in produce may interfere with your chances of getting pregnant. Nutrition Diva puts the news in perspective wi...
452 - What is Sole Water and Is It Good For You?
31 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A new fad being promoted by various health and wellness gurus promises an astonishing list of benefits. Is there any truth to the hype? Read the trans...
451 - Stop Searching for the Perfect Sweetener
24 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sugar tastes good. But it's also bad for us. 22% of Americans are trying to reduce their sugar intake and more than half are trying to avoid artificia...
449 - 3 Ways to Improve Your Nutrition This Fall
10 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Give your eating habits a fall tune-up by adopting these three simple habits: harvest your herbs, become a soup ninja, and become friends with ferment...
448 - How to Build More Muscle with Less Protein
03 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Research suggests that higher protein meals can help you lose weight, slow aging, and speed recovery. But what if you don't want to--or can't-- eat th...
447 - Should You Follow Tom Brady's Nutrition Advice?
26 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In Tom Brady's book The TB12 Method you'll find some solid nutrition advice but you'll have to wade through an awful lot of woo to find it. Read the t...
446 - The Low-Carb Craze: Are Carbohydrates Killing Us?
19 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A new study seems to suggest that eating more carbs will shorten your life. The Nutrition Diva takes a closer look to find out what we can really take...
444 ND 2 Ways to Hack Your Blood Sugar
05 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The usual advice is to cut back on foods that are rich in carbohydrates. But there may be a way to keep blood sugar down without eliminating carbohydr...
443 ND What Is Mycoprotein?
30 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mycoprotein is a plant-based source of protein you might not have heard much about. Here's the 411 on this alternative protein source. New to Nutritio...
442 ND Nutrition Tips for Beating Jet Lag
22 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re traveling for work or pleasure, jet lag can put a damper on things. Here are a few tricks to help your body synchronize to the local...
331 ND 10 Most Nutritious Foods for the Money (Reissue)
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You can get all the nutrients--and calories--you need for less than $5 a day. Nutrition Diva shows you how with this list of the 10 most nutritious fo...
441 ND Can You Be Resistant to Weight Loss?
08 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Some people can't lose weight no matter what they do. What's going on? New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection ...
440 ND Can a Gluten Free Diet Help with Thyroid Disease?
01 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of patient-run websites insist that eliminating gluten is essential for treating thyroid disease. What's the evidence to support this advice? Ne...
438 ND Does Losing Weight Release Toxins?
18 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Although losing weight can temporarily increase the amount of POPs in your blood, there are ways to minimize your risks. New to Nutrition Diva? Check ...
437 ND "What the Health" Documentary: A Review
11 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Nutrition Diva shares her thoughts on a recent food documentary, and on the food-doc genre in general. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Sp...
436 ND How Salty Foods Affect Hunger and Weight Loss
27 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You have more in common with camels than you may have thought New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the be...
435 ND Is Your Metabolism to Blame?
20 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What can we realistically do to speed up our metabolism? New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best ep...
434 ND Pros and Cons of Keeping a Diet Log
13 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Keeping a diet log has some advantages but there may also be some pitfalls. Here's how to get the most out of a diet log Read the transcript at http:/...
431 ND The Lifelong Benefits of Baby-Led Weaning
23 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
An interview with Leslie Schilling, MS, RDN, co-author of the new book Born to Eat: Whole healthy foods from baby's first bite New to Nutrition Diva? ...
430 ND Coconut Milk Versus Cow's Milk
16 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Which is the better choice for you will depend on your nutrition needs and priorities. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist f...
429 ND The Disease Proofing Myth
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Healthy diet and lifestyle choices can reduce your risk of disease, but not to zero. Let's take a more realistic approach to risk reduction. New to N...
428 ND Diet Soda and Dementia: What You Need to Know
02 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A recent study finds that drinking even one diet soda a day may triple your risk for developing dementia. But there's a lot more to the story. Nutriti...
427 ND Does a High Protein Diet Weaken Your Bones?
25 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Contrary to urban legend, consuming more protein does not cause your bones to lose calcium. Nutrition Diva explains why. Read the full transcript here...
426 ND 3 Nutrition Tips for Night Owls
18 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a dyed-in-the-wool night owl, changing your daily rhythm may not be possible. But borrowing a couple of habits from the early birds could ...
425 ND Is Protein Powder Safe for Toddlers?
11 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
As protein powders have become more widely used, people are asking it's OK to give protein powder to small children. Read the full transcript here: ht...
424 ND 3 Reasons to Try Black Rice
04 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Black Rice Salad & Butternut Squash & Pomegranate Seeds Recipe – Sunset Magazine New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a...
422 ND Is Protein Powder Safe During Pregnancy?
21 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Is It OK to Use Protein Powder While Pregnant? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2oyTyBG New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spoti...
421 ND Whole30: Elimination Diet or Nutritional Penance?
14 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, I reviewed some of the pros and cons of the Whole30 program. This week, we take a deeper dive into two aspects of this popular program: ide...
420 ND Pros and Cons of the Whole30
07 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Whole30 nutrition challenge is wildly popular. But can it really deliver on its promises? Nutrition Diva examines the pros, cons, and alternatives...
419 ND Can You Get Enough Fiber on a Low Carb Diet?
28 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Two different conditions with two conflicting dietary prescriptions. Nutrition Diva helps make sense of seemingly contradictory advice. Read the full ...
417 ND How to Start a Healthy Lunch Club
14 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Six tips for forming a successful lunch coop at work. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2mIRdpQ New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our specia...
416 ND Outsmarting the Hungry Brain
07 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
An interview with obesity researcher and author Stephan Guyenet. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2kXRO3u New to Nutrition Diva? Check out...
415 ND Should You Switch to Corn Oil to Lower Cholesterol?
31 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Corn oil may lower cholesterol better than olive oil. But there's some fine print to consider. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2l4Un6o Ne...
414 ND Brewed Cacao: A Delicious Coffee Alternative
24 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
All the benefits of dark chocolate without sugar, fat, caffeine or calories. Transcript available at Simplecast.com New to Nutrition Diva? Check...
413 ND Should You Cut Fat or Carbs to Lose Weight?
17 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The secret to healthy weight loss may have nothing to do with how many carbs or how much fat you eat. Read on to find the surprising factor that might...
412 ND What Apple Cider Vinegar Can (and Can't) Do For You
10 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Apple cider vinegar does have a few things going for it but its powers have been vastly over-estimated in the popular imagination. Read the full trans...
411 ND How to Cultivate Body Kindness
03 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist Rebecca Scritchfield's book Body Kindness will help you get off the dieting bandwagon and onto a kinder and more sus...
410 ND Can These 2 Nutrients Help You Keep the Weight Off?
20 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
New research suggests a tasty way to stop the yo-yo dieting cycle and prevent weight regain. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2hZTqaz New ...
409 ND Can Prunes Reverse Bone Loss?
13 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Several studies suggest that eating prunes every day could help prevent or even reverse bone loss and osteoporosis. Here's what you need to know about...
408 ND 4 Reasons You Need a Pressure Cooker
06 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This is not your Grandma's exploding pressure cooker. Today's pressure cookers can make your life easier and your meals healthier. Read the full trans...
407 ND 3 Ways to Make Your Diet More Sustainable
29 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
There are three big factors that contribute to the sustainability of our individual and collective diets—and that one or two of these often gets ove...
406 ND Diet Strategy to Lose Fat and Gain Muscle
22 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Conventional wisdom tells us to eat less to lose fat and eat more to gain muscle. How should you eat if you want to do both at the same time? Read the...
327 ND 9 Ways to Optimize Your Breakfast (Reissue)
16 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The right breakfast can make or break your whole morning. Nutrition Diva offers nine tricks for getting the most out of your morning meal. Read the tr...
405 ND Can Spices Help You Lose Weight?
08 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Can adding spices to your diet charge up your metabolism and speed weight loss? Nutrition Diva has the pros and cons of a new diet fad. Read the full ...
404 ND Are Probiotic Foods a Waste of Time?
01 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Are you stocking the pond but starving the fish? When it comes to a healthy gut, prebiotics may be way more important than probiotics. Read the full t...
302 ND What to Eat Instead of Grains (Reissue)
25 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Cutting down on grains is a good way to improve your nutrition. But what should you eat instead? Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1qDq3GF New to Nutri...
403 ND What Foods Deserve to Be Labeled Healthy?
18 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The FDA is looking for input on how to define "healthy". Nutrition Diva has a better idea. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2eyz06x New to...
402 ND Does Science Support Ayurveda?
11 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Ayurvedic medicine was practiced for thousands of years before anyone invented the placebo controlled experiment. How has this ancient system held up ...
401 ND Are These 2 Fears Leading You to Overeat?
04 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Understanding the triggers that lead to mindless eating is the first step in eating more mindfully. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spo...
399 ND Which Nutritional Trade-Offs Are Worth It?
13 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When a food has both good and bad points, how do you decide which is more important? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2cE0KZ5 New to Nutri...
398 ND How to Slow Age-Related Muscle Loss
06 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Get more benefit from the same amount of protein. Mentioned:Protein cheat sheet (Nutrition Over Easy blog) New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our speci...
397 ND Is Intuitive Eating the Answer to Weight Loss?
30 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Proponents of intuitive eating promise that you can eat whatever you want as long as you're sufficiently attuned to your body. Nutrition Diva is not s...
396 ND Should You Count Net Carbs instead of Total Carbs?
23 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
How are Net Carbs Calculated? Are they a better for diabetics and dieters to keep track of carbs? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2dciP1P...
395 ND What Causes Brain Fog?
16 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Why brain fog is not a very useful diagnosis. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2cE0HwG New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotif...
393 ND Are Saponins in Quinoa Toxic?
03 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Some worry that saponins in quinoa can damage your intestines. But is there evidence to support these claims? Read the full transcript here: http://bi...
392 ND Are These Hidden Calories Making You Gain Weight?
27 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We hear a lot about reducing added sugar but there's another source of empty calories that is often overlooked. Read the full transcript here: http://...
391 ND How Much Salt Do You Need to Be Healthy?
19 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Are there advantages to a higher sodium diet? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2duCZUZ New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotif...
389 ND How to Reduce the Toxins in Your Blood
05 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A certain amount of toxic exposure may be the price of living in the 21st century. But there may be something you can do to help reduce the level of t...
388 ND Can an Anti-Inflammatory Diet Help PMS Sufferers?
28 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A new way to fight back against PMS? Perhaps. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2dsaRPN New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotif...
386 ND What's the IIFYM Diet?
14 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Proponents claim it doesn't matter what you eat as long as it fits your macros. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2cUMfjp New to Nutrition ...
385 ND 3 Nutrition Tips for Cancer Survivors
07 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Three things you can do to keep cancer from coming back. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2dbc9Nt New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our spe...
383 ND What's the Definition of Processed Meat?
24 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The reason that it’s hard to find a hard and fast definition for processed meat is that there isn’t one. Nutrition DIva makes sense of the madness...
382 ND Is Coconut Oil Good for Brain Health?
17 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Is Coconut Oil Good for Brain Health? Nutrition Diva weighs in. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1YPwBW9 New to Nutrition Diva? Check out ...
381 ND How to Avoid Biggest Loser Syndrome
10 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
As contestants on the Biggest Loser have learned the hard way, extreme weight loss can wreck your metabolism. Nutrition Diva offers strategies for pre...
380 ND The Savory Side of Chocolate
04 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Get more of the health benefits of chocolate without increasing your sugar intake. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/21Uy13x New to Nutriti...
379 ND Are Hydroponic Vegetables Less Nutritious?
26 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Pros and cons of hydroponically grown vegetables.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN. Transcripts are available at Simplecast.Have ...
378 ND Clean Eating with Hungry Girl
19 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Hungry Girl Lisa Lillien shares her latest recipes and tips on how to eat fewer calories without eating less food Read the full transcript here: http:...
377 ND What Are the Health Benefits of Matcha?
12 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
What can this trendy superbrew do for you? Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1SbmuJf New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify p...