Nutrition Diva
Episodes
169 ND How Alcohol is Metabolized
27 Dec 2011
Contributed by Lukas
What should you eat before and after drinking alcohol? New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best epis...
168 ND Protein and Carbohydrate Content in Foods
20 Dec 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Best Sources of Protein and Carbs New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our t...
167 ND How Many Calories Do You Need?
13 Dec 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Can you trust online calorie calculators? New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated ...
166 ND Diet and Breast Cancer
06 Dec 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Diet and nutrition tips to reduce your risk of breast cancer.| Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw SPONSOR: Audible New to Nutrition Diva?...
165 ND Which Foods Are Highest in Pesticides?
29 Nov 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Other than fruits and vegetables, what foods should you buy organic? | Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw SPONSOR: Stack Exchange Cookin...
164 ND Healthy Thanksgiving Eating Tips
22 Nov 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Does turkey really make you sleepy? What's the healthiest kind of pie? Test your holiday nutrition savvy. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special...
163 ND How To Lose Weight Without Dieting
15 Nov 2011
Contributed by Lukas
It's official: Diets don't work. Here's a weight loss strategy that does. | Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw New to Nutrition Diva? Check...
162 ND Do Calories Really Matter?
08 Nov 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Can you lose weight without counting calories? | Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw SPONSOR: Audible New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our...
161 ND Cooking in Cast-Iron
01 Nov 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Does cast-iron cookware add iron to foods? Summary | Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw SPONSOR: Stitcher Smart Radio New to Nutrition Di...
160 ND 4 Ways Your Smart Phone Can Make You Healthier
25 Oct 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Using Technology to Improve your Diet | Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist fo...
159 ND Is MSG Bad For You? - Part 2
18 Oct 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Does MSG cause diabetes, headaches, or obesity? | Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw SPONSOR: Audiblepodcast.com/diva New to Nutrition Di...
158 ND Is MSG Safe? - Part 1
11 Oct 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Harmless flavor enhancer or nerve toxin? | Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw Sponsor: Betterment.com/nutritiondiva New to Nutrition Diva? ...
153 ND How to Fight Childhood Obesity
06 Sep 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Four tips for raising healthier kids. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by o...
152 ND Is Goat Milk Better For You?
30 Aug 2011
Contributed by Lukas
How does it compare with cow milk? New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our ...
149 ND Chew On This!
02 Aug 2011
Contributed by Lukas
How chewing leads to weight loss and improved digestion | Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw SPONSOR: Audible Visit Audiblepodcast.com/diva...
148 ND How to Break a Weight Loss Plateau
26 Jul 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing's more frustrating than a weight loss plateau. Nutrition Diva explains how calorie cycling and other techniques can help you lose those last 5...
147 ND Does Grilled Meat Cause Cancer?
19 Jul 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Scientists warn that grilling causes carcinogens to form in meat. Here are 5 easy steps to minimize the health risks. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out...
146 ND Olives and Olive Oil
12 Jul 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Do they have the same benefits? New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our tea...
145 ND Phantom Carbohydrates - A Nutrition Mystery
05 Jul 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Solving the case of the missing calories. Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw SPONSOR: Protect your Home with ADT Security Services! Call 1-...
143 ND How to Kill E. coli on Vegetables
21 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Can bleach, iodine, or vinegar kill E. coli on fresh produce? Is it safe to eat raw vegetables? Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw SPONSOR:...
142 ND How to Use Herbal Supplements
14 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
3 questions to ask before taking any herbal supplement. Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw SPONSOR: Protect your Home with ADT Security Ser...
141 ND Snacking: Good or Bad?
07 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
How to snack without sabotaging your diet or nutrition. Get Nutrition Diva's book: http://ow.ly/51Flw SPONSOR: Protect your Home with ADT Security Ser...
140 ND Are Steel Cut Oats Better For You?
31 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Does it matter what kind of oatmeal you eat? Find out how steel cut, regular, and instant oatmeal stack up nutritionally. Get Nutrition Diva's book: h...
139 ND Do B Vitamins Give You Energy?
24 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Energy drinks are often loaded up with B-Vitamins. Do these nutrients really pep you up or it is just window-dressing? http://j.mp/nutritiondiva New t...
138 ND Are Pickles Nutritious?
17 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Are pickled vegetables a good alternative to fresh vegetables? http://j.mp/nutritiondiva New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist...
137 ND Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
10 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Do you really need to avoid sushi, coffee, or peanuts when you're pregnant? http://j.mp/nutritiondiva New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spo...
060 ND Is Fasting a Fast-Track to Health?
03 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Questions go to [email protected] or 206-203-1438. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes! New to Nutrition Diva?...
136 ND California and Florida Avocados: What's the Difference?
26 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Find out the difference between California and Florida avocados and why it matters. Learn the nutritional benefits of avocados and which type makes th...
135 ND How Nutrition Affects Your Brain
19 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
How diet and nutrition affects cognitive performance and brain function. http://j.mp/nutritiondiva New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotif...
133 ND Does Food Coloring Make Kids Hyper?
05 Apr 2011
Contributed by Lukas
For now, the FDA has decided not to ban artificial colors. Did they make the right call? Monica examines the evidence linking dyes to hyperactivity. h...
039 ND A Bum Steer
29 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Chicken isn't always healthier than beef.Questions go to [email protected]. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTune...
132 ND Are Grains Necessary for a Healthy Diet?
22 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
A closer look at refined and whole grains and how they fit into a healthy diet. Like what you hear? Help us out by writing a review at iTunes! http://...
131 ND What Are the Best Sources of Calcium?
15 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Calcium is important for healthy bones, of course. But the more you can get from your diet (as opposed to supplements) the better. New to Nutrition ...
130 ND Are You Getting Enough Calcium? Could You Be Getting Too Much?
08 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Calcium does more than build strong bones. Find out what calcium does for you and find out how much you need to be healthy, both now and in the future...
129 ND Will Eating Breakfast Help You Lose Weight?
01 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Conventional wisdom says that eating breakfast helps you stay thin. But recent studies found that people who eat breakfast end up eating more. How doe...
128 ND Are Free Radicals Good For You?
22 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how free radicals benefit your health and how to strike the perfect balance between not enough and too many antioxidants. Like what you hear? He...
127 ND Is Grass Fed Beef Better For You?
15 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Advocates claim that grass-fed beef offers lots of nutritional advantages. Find out what is-and isn't-in grass-fed beef and whether it's healthier for...
126 ND How to Eat Less Without Feeling Hungry
08 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
If you're trying to lose weight, choosing foods that fill you up for fewer calories can make it easier to cut back. Three things to look for. Like wha...
125 ND 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
01 Feb 2011
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the U.S. government releases its new and improved recommendations for what we should be eating. Are the new food rules any better than the ...
124 ND Which Oils Are Best For Cooking?
25 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you heat oils? Does heating oil create toxins? Which oils should you use for cooking and which should you avoid? How should you sele...
123 ND Can You Reverse Diabetes with Diet?
18 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
What type of diet is best for people with have Type 2 Diabetes? Can Type 2 Diabetes be Cured? Learn the causes of Type 2 diabetes and how to treat it....
122 ND Is Irradiated Food Safe?
11 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
What is irradiation? Does it make the food supply safer or could it be harmful? Send your questions to [email protected]. Like what you ...
120 ND Is Carbonated Water Bad for You?
28 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Does carbonated water hurt the enamel on your teeth? Can drinking sparkling water weaken your bones or cause osteoporosis? Learn whether drinking fizz...
119 ND How to Raise Your Good Cholesterol
21 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Having more HDL or "good" cholesterol in your blood reduces your risk of heart disease. Here are three ways to increase your good cholestero...
118 ND How to Cut Down on Sugar
14 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
How much sugar should you eat? What kinds of sugars count as added sugars? How can you tell how much sugar a food contains? Is the sugar in fruit heal...
117 ND Peanut Nutrition Facts
07 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Learn whether peanuts are good for you and the 3 main health benefits of peanuts. Find out how are peanuts different from other nuts and learn the hea...
116 ND Is Chewing Ice Bad for You?
23 Nov 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Can chewing ice cause anemia? Will chewing ice interfere with digestion or hurt your stomach? What should you do if you're addicted to chewing ice? Se...
114 ND Are Mushrooms Nutritious?
16 Nov 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Mushrooms are a good source of antioxidants and have cancer-fighting and immune-boosting potential. Send your questions to nutrition@quickanddirtytips...
113 ND What is Fasting Glucose?
02 Nov 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Fasting blood glucose is part of a routine blood test. What does it mean if your fasting glucose is high? Learn what to do to lower fasting glucose. S...
110 ND How Sugar Affects Your Health
05 Oct 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how sugar speeds up the aging process by causing inflammation, glycation, suppressing your immune response, and upsetting hormone balance. Send ...
109 ND Healthy Eating Tips for College Kids: Part II
28 Sep 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Tips for saving time and money on food. How to cook when you don't have a kitchen. Tips for learning how to cook healthy foods. How to survive college...
107 ND Acrylamide in Food: Should You Be Worried?
14 Sep 2010
Contributed by Lukas
What are the dangers of acrylamide? What foods contain acrylamide? How much acrylamide is safe? How can you reduce your exposure to acrylamide? Send y...
106 ND Is Seaweed Good For You?
07 Sep 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Which types of seaweed are most nutritious? Is seaweed a good source of iodine? Is seaweed high in sodium? Where can you buy seaweed and how should yo...
105 ND How to Make the Perfect Smoothie
24 Aug 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Tips and recipes on how to make thick creamy smoothies that are high in protein and low in sugar. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify...
104 ND Can You Get Too Many Vitamins?
17 Aug 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Can you get too many vitamins? Can vitamin supplements cause nutrient overload? Which nutrients are easy to get too much of? New to Nutrition Diva? Ch...
103 ND Does Air Conditioning Make You Fat?
10 Aug 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Can you lose weight, save money, and conserve energy-just by turning off the air conditioner? New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify pla...
102 ND Are There Foods That Keep Mosquitoes Away?
03 Aug 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Why do mosquitoes like certain people more than others? How can you keep mosquitoes from biting? Is garlic a natural mosquito repellent? Help us out b...
101 ND Do Glucosamine Supplements Work?
27 Jul 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Do glucosamine and chondroitin supplements reduce joint pain? Are they safe? What's the evidence on natural joint health supplements? Like what you he...
100 ND Listener Questions
20 Jul 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Is kombucha good for you? Does eating late at night cause weight gain? Do vitamin supplements work? Your nutrition questions answered. Like what you h...
099 ND What are the Benefits of a Raw Food Diet?
13 Jul 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the benefits of a raw food diet; find out whether a raw food diet is healthy and whether cooking really destroys vitamins and enzymes as the raw...
095 ND What Kind of Salt is Healthiest?
01 Jun 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Depending on how or where it's harvested, salt may be finely textured or coarse; it may be white, grey, or pink; it may be kosher or iodized. What are...
094 ND Does High Fructose Corn Syrup Make You Fat?
25 May 2010
Contributed by Lukas
The reason that high fructose corn syrup has been singled out as the chief culprit in obesity is simply because it has become the primary source of su...
093 ND Soluble and Insoluble Fiber
11 May 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Soluble and insoluble fiber play different roles in promoting health and preventing disease. Find out what do they do and which foods contain them.Nut...
091 ND Is Natural Sugar Better for You?
27 Apr 2010
Contributed by Lukas
We all know to avoid refined white sugar. But what about evaporated cane juice or raw sugar? Are there any advantages to these less processed sugars?N...
090 ND What's the Healthiest Type of Rice?
20 Apr 2010
Contributed by Lukas
The more rice you eat, the more benefit you'll get from eating brown rice, at least most of the time. If you're looking for a more nutritious kind of ...
089 ND Coconut Water
13 Apr 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Coconut water is a reasonably nutritious, natural beverage that appears to have health benefits similar to those available from fruits and vegetables....
087 ND Herbs and Your Diet
30 Mar 2010
Contributed by Lukas
"Parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme." Sure, it's a great tune by Simon and Garfinkle. Add a little buttermilk or some red wine vinegar and it would ma...
086 ND Is Fruit Good For You?
23 Mar 2010
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of you have written to me lately with questions about fruit: Am I getting enough? Am I getting too much? Am I getting the right kinds? Are some ...
085 ND Fish Oil and Omega-3 Fats
16 Mar 2010
Contributed by Lukas
By now, almost everyone has heard about omega-3 fatty acids and how important they are for your health. Here's a slightly different perspective. You d...
084 ND Is Pasta A Diet Disaster?
09 Mar 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Pasta is high in carbohydrates but that doesn't mean that it has no place on your plate. Here are some tips on how to enjoy pasta without blowing your...
083 ND Free-Range and Omega-Fortified Eggs
23 Feb 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Many people assume that organic or "free-range" eggs are more nutritious than regular eggs. But that's not necessarily the case. Learn what these term...
082 ND Is Skipping Breakfast Bad For You?
16 Feb 2010
Contributed by Lukas
The Diva's rules for breaking the rules. Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition questi...
081 ND Mercury in Fish
09 Feb 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Learn whether you should be worried about mercury levels in fish. Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecas...
080 ND Hormones in Meat
02 Feb 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Should you be concerned about hormones in meat? Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition...
079 ND What's the Best Diet, Part 5
26 Jan 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to design a diet that is right for you. Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutriti...
078 ND What's the Best Diet, Part 4
19 Jan 2010
Contributed by Lukas
The Mediterranean Diet and its health and weight loss benefits are explained. Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available ...
077 ND Which Diet Is Best, Part 3
12 Jan 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Can you trick yourself into eating less?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question...
076 ND Which Diet Is Best, Part 2
05 Jan 2010
Contributed by Lukas
Are some calories more fattening than others? The logic behind low carb diets.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available a...
075 ND Which Diet Is Best?
29 Dec 2009
Contributed by Lukas
The first of a 5-part series on figuring out which diet is best for you.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simp...
074 ND Is Drinking Alcohol Good For Your Health?
22 Dec 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Much is made of the health benefits of alcohol. But do the potential benefits outweigh the risks?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transc...
072 ND Is Nutritional Yeast Good For You?
01 Dec 2009
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the difference between nutritional yeast and brewer’s yeast?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simpl...
068 ND Nitrates and Nitrites
03 Nov 2009
Contributed by Lukas
There’s cause for concern but no need to panic.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition...
067 ND Protein Promises
27 Oct 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Can eating more protein help you eat less, lose weight, and build more muscle?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available a...
066 ND What's in Your Water?
20 Oct 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Should you be worried about pesticides and chemicals in your drinking water?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at ...
065 ND Not Getting Your Five a Day?
13 Oct 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Do you fall short of the recommended 5 daily servings? Here are easy tips to help you do better.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcr...
064 ND GERD Mentality
06 Oct 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Are acid-blocking medications really the best way to deal with acid reflux?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at S...
063 ND Junk Food in Disguise
29 Sep 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Just because it’s all-natural doesn’t make it good for you. How to shop the all-natural grocery store.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel....
062 ND Detoxification Nation
22 Sep 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone is doing it. Should you be detoxing too?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition...
061 ND Colon Clean-Up
15 Sep 2009
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve seen the ads. But does your colon really need cleansing?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast....
058 ND Organic Disappointment?
25 Aug 2009
Contributed by Lukas
If organic vegetables aren’t more nutritious, is there any reason to spend the extra money for them?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A t...
057 ND D-ficiency
18 Aug 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Vitamin D deficiency is rampant. Are we overdoing it with the sunscreen?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simp...
056 ND Cereal Killer
11 Aug 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Soaking grains might help you absorb more nutrients but is it really worth the trouble?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is av...
055 ND Put Your Best Breast Forward
04 Aug 2009
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re breastfeeding, chances are you’ve been given plenty of advice. How much of it is hooey?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A tr...
053 ND Cuckoo for Coconut Oil
21 Jul 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Coconut oil has twice the saturated fat of butter, yet many are extolling it as a miracle food. What gives?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel...
052 ND Old MacDonald Had A Drugstore
14 Jul 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Is it worth paying more for meat raised without antibiotics?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have ...
051 ND In a Pickle
07 Jul 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Some new research lends support to the old wives’ tale that vinegar burns fat.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available...
050 ND Canola Controversy
30 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
Is canola oil healthy? Some warn that canola oil is unnatural or even toxic. Should canola be banned from the cupboard? Nutrition Diva is hosted by M...
049 ND Reliable Sources
23 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a lot of conflicting nutrition information out there. What should you believe?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is a...
048 ND Sorry, Not My Type
16 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
A popular diet claims that you need to eat right for your blood type? What’s the evidence?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript ...
047 ND Drink Your Vegetables
09 Jun 2009
Contributed by Lukas
How does juicing fit into a healthy diet?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition questio...