Dishing Up Nutrition

If you or someone you love has fatty liver concerns, this show is for you! Listen in as two registered dietitians discuss a fatty liver diagnosis and how nutrition can hinder or support your liver. Walk away with some things you can do proactively to support your organs and your body’s functions with real food.

There are many different benefits to nuts and seeds. Most can be incorporated into a healthy real food diet. But not all nuts or seeds are created equally. Tune into this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Britni to learn all about the health benefits of different nuts and seeds.

With all the endless nutrition advice in the media these days, we have a highly requested topic to dive into today. Over the next hour we will be discussing our top asked-about nutrition myths. These are questions we discuss with clients each and every day in clinic and we want to shed some light on a few of our most asked-about nutrition myths so that you can start putting into practice the things that will really benefit your health.

What happens to the vitamins in a vegetable when you cook it? Are they destroyed? Where do they go? Tune into this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Leah to get all these answers and more.

Bone thinning is a serious health risk and, as you move up in age ranges, your percentage for developing osteopenia or osteoporosis goes up too. In today’s show, we’ll discuss what can lead to bone thinning, what bone-building foods to add into your prevention plan, the side effects of some medications, and what to look for in a calcium supplement if you choose to use one.

Cortisol helps regulates our body's stress response. It also helps regulate blood sugar, blood pressure, metabolism, and reduces inflammation. But what happens when cortisol is too high or too low? Tune into this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Britni to find out cortisol's connection to weight.

Women are forced with changing hormone levels their whole lives from puberty to pregnancy to perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause. At each of these stages, nutrition makes a difference. Today we’ll take a look at the perimenopause part of the cycle and share tips on how to balance hormones, how to reduce anxiety, and how to increase your quality of life if you feel like the shift in hormones has left you feeling cranky, anxious, tired, or not feeling like yourself.

Today we have a very special show planned for you: we have invited Dr Mary Newport, author of Clearly Keto, to share her knowledge about the use of a high fat/low carb diet to help not only her husband, but thousands of others for the management of the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease. For well over a decade, Dr Mary Newport has played an instrumental role in advancing the field of nutritional neuroscience by expanding the role of the ketogenic diet. Listen in to learn what you can do to prevent dementia and to support your brain as you age.

What are branch chain amino acids and do only serious athlete need them? Does adding fruit to your protein smoothie change how your intestines absorb nutrients? Tune into this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Teresa to find out all these answers and more.

Chances are you've heard some of the many potential health benefits of apple cider vinegar. It's good for your digestion, it's the secret to weight loss, it helps heart burn. Are all these true? Tune in to this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Brandy to learn all about how to use apple cider vinegar.

Almost every client we meet with who wants to discuss perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms mentions that the amount and the quality of sleep have gone in the tank as soon as those hormones started changing. If you don’t feel rested in the morning after being in bed for 7-8 hours and you are between 35 to 55 when perimenopause and menopause takes place, this show is for you! We’ll go over nutritional solutions plus a couple practical sleep hygiene tips to help eliminate your tossing, turning, anxious thoughts, and night sweat episodes for more deep and restorative sleep despite the hormonal changes.

We can get protein from a lot of different food sources. But did you know that not all protein sources are created equally? Tune into this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Brandy to learn all about animal proteins vs plant based proteins.

Around 12% of Americans will be diagnosed with a thyroid condition at some point in their lives and women are 5-8 times more likely to have thyroid disease, compared to men. The Cleveland Clinic reports that up to 60% of thyroid conditions are not diagnosed! The challenge with this is underactive thyroid can look like so many other things because the thyroid helps to manage many functions in the body. In today’s show, we’ll explain how the thyroid works, what bodily functions it helps manage, symptoms of having underactive gland, and how stress plays a big role in impacting the thyroid plus tips for relieving stress and nutrients for thyroid support.

20 to 60% of women who have migraines report they have a direct correlation with their menstrual cycle. That number gets even bigger if we include not just migraines but regular headaches also. The culprit of these hormonal headaches? Estrogen dominance! Tune into this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Britni to learn all about what you can do to treat your hormonal headaches.

Colon cancer is the most common type of gastrointestinal cancer and rates of diagnosis have nearly doubled in people under the age of 55. Because of this rise, in 2021 the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issued the recommendation that the screening age for colonoscopies be lowered to 45 for those at an average risk for developing colorectal cancer. Today, our dietitians will add some nutritional information and lifestyle habits to the cancer conversation to help with the stress and questions that might come up with a diagnosis or a goal for prevention.

Triglycerides are the most common form of fat in our bloodstream. Excess triglycerides that our body makes will be stored in your fat cells for later use. If your number is elevated that usually that means you are consuming too many carbohydrates for your body to be able to utilize. Unfortunately most gluten free options are higher in carbohydrates. So how can manage triglycerides and be gluten free? Tune in to this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Britni to find out how.

Many folks have found themselves carrying a few extra pounds after experiencing the stress of the pandemic, so if this is you, you’re not alone. In today’s show, we’ll cover why stress can have such an impact on the body, how insulin plays a role in weight gain, and a handful of habits you can incorporate into your day to help you feel better, reduce stress, lose weight, and have the energy to do what you love.

Cheese. Is it good or bad? Should it be full fat or low fat? How much is okay? Tune into this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Leah to get all those answers and more.

When a virus is new, especially a global pandemic virus, it’s hard to know what to expect when it comes to longer term effects and symptoms. The only way to know is to experience it, and we’re three years in, so more and more folks are reporting a variety of symptoms and aftereffects. Experts know now that long haul Covid is not a single illness, but it’s an umbrella term. Are you someone who has tested positive for Covid, or maybe you had all the symptoms that indicated you had Covid? How are you feeling post-virus? Because Covid is an inflammatory disease and condition that hits the respiratory system and the mucous membranes of the nose, mouth, and eyes, we want to share with you today how to reduce inflammation in your body, understand the phases your body goes through when catching a virus, and how to create an anti-inflammatory eating plan to be your best prevention plan going forward!

Iron plays a very important role in our bodies. From DNA synthesis to carrying oxygen all over the body. So what happens when you aren't getting enough iron? Tune in to this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Britni to find out if you have any of the symptoms of an iron deficiency.

From the research and our experience in clinic, we know a highly restrictive diet is not a long-term weight management plan. In today’s show, we’ll be discussing why those diets haven’t worked in the past and how there IS a way of eating that is a sustainable way of life and not a temporary solution. The bonus to this approach is that you can still lose weight while feeling satisfied and not deprived – it’s what we call “The Forever Diet”. Tune in to learn more about some popular nutrition trends as we give you some questions to ask yourself to gauge what works for you and your individual biochemistry.

Have you ever wondered why you can't eat the same way you did when you were a kid? Is it just because you're getting older? There's a handful of different things it could be. Tune in to this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Leah to learn all about how and why our digestive systems change as we get older.

What should you eat to maintain your muscles, bones, memory, cardiovascular health, skin and hair, and your energy? What are anti-aging foods? What are the foods you should avoid? The way we eat throughout our lifetime impacts how fast and the way we age. No matter how old you are, you can start making changes to your nutrition and lifestyle choices now that will help you live a life of vitality.

Are you stuck in the American breakfast rut of eating sweet things in the morning? Looking for new healthier ideas for breakfast? Listen in to this week episode of ask a nutritionist with Britni as she discusses some new way to think about our first meal of the day.

We’ve recently had many requests for a show on Parkinson’s disease, a progressive brain disorder that affects movement, balance, coordination, speech, mental changes, sleep problems, and memory issues. There is often both a genetic connection and an environmental connection involved in getting the disease as well as the progression of the disease. In this show, we’ll share how the role nutrition plays in both the neuroprotection and the neurodegeneration of brain health.

Are you someone who is on a diet right now or been on a diet in the past in order to lose weight? Maybe you’ve been on a restrictive eating plan and felt like you were white knuckling it the whole way through? Today we are going to talk about that loaded word “diet” and how to go about losing weight while still feeling satisfied and satiated after eating. We’ll cover how restrictive, low calorie, low fat diets often lead to feeling hangry, fatigued, and with constant cravings. We’ll share some success stories and tips on how weight loss IS possible while eating regular-sized meals and snacks in balance.

Clean plate gets dessert, right? From a very young age we are taught sweets, treats, and sugar are rewards for good behavior, so no wonder we think the same way as adults. If you're interested in reframing this mindset and learning other ways to reward your good behavior tune in to this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist.

It may surprise you to learn that dieticians and nutritionists can help clients prevent knee breakdown that requires knee replacement surgery, but your nutrition has a big impact on the health of your joints. If you want to prevent or postpone a knee replacement, this information is for you and you can start now! In this episode, we’ll cover what causes the cartilage in the knees to deteriorate, briefly explain different types of arthritis, and discuss how food plus some key supplements can help support cartilage health and reduce pain.

When a word ends in itis, think inflammation. That inflammation often times is coming from or exacerbated by the food we eat. Our ear health is another aspect of our health that can benefit from better eating. Tune into this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Britni to learn all about how a proper diet can improve pain from bursitis and hearing loss.

Have you tried countless diet programs without long term success? Maybe you lose a little weight at first but gain it right back and then some? Do you feel like you’re stuck with a slow metabolism? Well, in today’s show, we’ll be discussing this very topic and offering solutions to the root cause of slow metabolism and slow weight loss. There are many factors at play and we’ll highlight a few of them, like digestive issues and gut health, autoimmune diseases, and stress, while sharing ways to heal your body with real food.

What calcium supplement should I take? Do I get enough calcium from my diet? Calcium is just for our bones, right? Tune in to this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist for all these answers and more as Britni goes over all you need to know about the important supplement calcium.

It’s easy to take healthy lungs and a healthy respiratory system for granted when things are working correctly. Today, we’re going to offer you some things to think about when it comes to breathing and your lungs. We’ll talk about the most common lung-related issues and how the right nutrition can play a big role in reducing symptoms. You’ll walk away with tips on how you can prevent lung inflammation whether you or the kids in your life have asthma, frequent bronchitis, post-COVID symptoms, other respiratory conditions, or just want to breathe a little easier.

Did you know that caffeine is considered a drug? 85% of the US population consumes at least one caffeinated beverage a day. Just like any drug there are good and bad side effects. Listen in to this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Britni as she goes through everything you need to know about caffeine and how it affects our bodies.

One of the blood tests our clients will often bring to us in nutrition consultations is a lipid panel with three or four different cholesterol numbers and they don’t really understand what they mean. Today, we want to empower you by sharing information on what those numbers stand for, what cholesterol does in the first place, why your numbers might be high, and how you can use nutrition to get and keep your numbers in a good range.

Insulin is an important hormone made by the pancreas. It helps glucose get into cells all over your body. Insulin resistance is when your body can't process insulin properly and in turn has a hard time dealing with the glucose you eat. Tune in to this weeks episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Leah as she covers the in's and out's of being insulin resistant.

There is a lot of misinformation online and on social media about skin, hair, and nails. It seems like everyone is trying to sell something that will be the overnight fix or the magic cure. As dietitians, we want to clear all this up for you today, because strong nails, beautiful hair, and radiant skin begin on the inside and there is always a nutrition connection. It’s not just about vanity because what we see on the outside is like a barometer of your internal health. We’ll give you ideas on what you can do to see these positive changes for your hair, skin, and nails!

Tears are a critical component to keeping the surface of our eyes properly lubricated, clean, and healthy. So what happens if you don't produce enough tears? Dry eyes! Dry eye syndrome is a very common eye condition caused by insufficient tear production, which itself can be caused by many different things. Tune in to this weeks episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Britni to find out what you can do to keep your eyes healthy with your own natural tears.

In honor of March being National Kidney Month and the repeated requests we’ve received for this topic, today we will discuss foods to eat for good kidney function. One in seven American adults have chronic kidney disease, but many don’t even realize it until it is in an advanced stage because the signs aren’t obvious. Early detection is the best for treating kidney issues and for preventing toxins that can lead to other health conditions such as gout, bone disease, and heart disease. Today we want to discuss the major sources for kidney disease and help you understand that what you are eating can play a part in how well your kidneys function.

Did you know that some flour is more nutritious than others? Did you know that wheat flour has many alternatives, like almond flour, coconut flour, tapioca flour and much more. Tune in to this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist with Leah to learn all about flour.

In this show we are going to tackle the topic of supporting the child in your life if they have emotional outbursts, mood swings, apathy, or problems focusing. Have you ever considered that their low moods, depression, anxiety, or issues related to attention or behavior, could be related to what they are eating? A lot of the emotional ups and downs are biochemical and often related to nutrition. Let’s talk about how to set up our kids’ bodies and brains so they are less reactive and more resilient to manage regular, daily growing up challenges.

What's LDL cholesterol? What about HDL cholesterol? They should both be low, right? Understanding cholesterol is an important factor to assessing health risks like developing heart disease or having a heart attack or stroke. On this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist Brandy covers some great information on cholesterol including a few ways to lower it without taking any medications.

As spring slowly approaches, many of us are starting to think about ways to shed the weight we’ve gained that perhaps started over the holidays and continued through winter. It’s so common to gain weight during the winter season. How do we start making improvements to our diet and lifestyle habits now so that we are feeling lighter, more energized, and like the best versions of ourselves come the long-awaited springtime? Our show today is all about those habits that interfere with weight loss and healthy habits to support weight loss plus overall health. Walk away with an action plan you can start today!

When you hear the word ‘detox’ what comes to mind? Perhaps doing a juice cleanse, the master cleanse, a water fast, or some type of detox powder that is designed to flush toxins out of your body. But there is actually a smarter and more effective way to think about detox and we believe it starts in your kitchen! Today we are peeking inside your home to help you take the first step in detoxification. We’ll be offering many suggestions (so don’t feel overwhelmed!) from food products to cookware and you can choose the swap that feels most doable for you and your household.

Have you ever reached for that bag of air popped popcorn thinking you're eating a healthy snack? Contrary to popular belief, it's not a healthy snack, it's actually a carb that ends up spiking your blood sugar. Tune into this week's episode of Ask a Nutritionist to learn all about popcorn.

Do you have joint pain or stiffness? Have you been diagnosed with arthritis? Some people have mild joint pain, but for many, it can make every day activities seem very challenging. Things like cleaning the house or going grocery shopping become a burden when you are dealing with achy or stiff knees, wrists, shoulders, or back pain. Our show today is going to give natural solutions you can implement to help you with your joints, no matter what stage of joint pain or joint breakdown you are experiencing. We will discuss foods that cause inflammation and speed up the process of joint break down, as well as foods that support our joints. We’ll also mention a few key supplements for added joint support.

Citrate? Glycinate? Threonate? Magnesium comes in many different forms. It's an important mineral in many different bodily functions. Unfortunately most people don't get as much magnesium as they should. The good news is that magnesium is found in many foods as well as convenient dietary supplements. Tune in to this weeks episode of Ask a Nutritionist to learn all about magnesium.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), depression could be one of the top health concerns in the world by the year 2030. Our emotions and moods affect everything in life: our productivity and focus at our jobs or school, in our social lives, and with our relationships we have with our family, friends, classmates, co-workers. Are you someone who struggles with moods? Do you consider yourself “overly emotional”? Does being on an “emotional rollercoaster” resonate for you or someone you love? Tune-in today to learn about what’s going on in your body biochemically and how real food nutrition can help you feel better.

Turns out sugar is in a lot of food. Do you know how much sugar is in your diet? How does sugar effect your glucose levels? Are you eating foods that turns into sugar in your body? Tune in to this weeks episode of Ask a Nutritionist to learn all about sugar.

Today our show is about urinary tract infections. What are they? How common are they? And what are some preventative measures with food and supplements that might help? We’ve worked with many clients who are in the middle of a UTI or who want to avoid getting another UTI, so we’ll share from experience in the clinic some tips and tricks that might help if you or someone you love is dealing with urinary tract issues.

We bring about what we think about. Thats why it's so important to understand where we are mentally when it comes to improving our health. Listen in this week as Leah talks about ways our thoughts effects us along our health improvement journeys.