Episodes
May 10, 2023
Unmasking the Exploitation Tactics of Self-Proclaimed Health Gurus
Have you ever wondered how people can get so popular promoting things that aren't backed by any evidence whatsoever? Have you ever wanted to become known for having special health and nutrition information that is unknown to anyone else? ...
May 1, 2023
Processed Foods: Balancing Health, Cost, and Convenience
Processed foods have been another hot topic in recent years. Many people claim that they're unhealthy and should be avoided at all costs. However, the truth is that almost every food we eat is "processed" in some way. So, what exactly are processed...
April 25, 2023
Are Saturated Fats Harmful To Our Health?
Saturated fats are another topic that has stirred up controversy in the field of nutrition for quite some time. The government recommends limiting saturated fat consumption to less than 10% of total energy intake to reduce risk for heart...
April 17, 2023
Can You Cure Cancer with Nutrition?
Cancer is one of the scariest diagnosis to get and it can strike anyone and any time. Like any scary health concern, people desperately seek a solution and many people turn towards nutrition as a possible option. But there is a lot of...
April 10, 2023
How to Change Your Habits
I love talking about the complexities of nutrition science, but the main reason I publish this show is to encourage you to make lifestyle choices that will positively impact your health. Lifestyle change is more than just information. So,...
April 3, 2023
How to Build Muscle with Dr. Joey Munoz
The value of building muscle goes far beyond changing the way that you look... Muscle is an essential component for health and well-being. Building muscle helps to prevent bone loss, support out metabolic health and insulin sensitivity, cardiovascular...
March 27, 2023
Everything You Need to Know About Fasting
Does fasting cause weight loss? Does it reduce inflammation? Does it help prevent cancer? Maybe... The truth is that fasting has a number of very well-established health benefits... But, these benefits are not for the reasons that most people may...
March 20, 2023
Can You Heal Depression and Anxiety With Food?
Food is medicine...but is it really though? In this episode I am interviewing my friend Dr. Nicole Lipman-Barile to discuss the role of food in our mental health. In this episode we discuss: Nicole's story and how she became interested in...
March 13, 2023
My Journey Through Wellness Misinformation
There was a point in my life where I used "natural" deodarant, made my own cleaning supplies and laundry detergents, and thought any "man-made chemicals" were going to harm my health. This all came from being exposed to fear-mongering health...
March 6, 2023
6 "Biohacks" That Will Actually Improve Your Health
In a world full of biohacks that claim to improve your health, it is hard to know what to focus on. In this episode, we are going to cover the 6 most biohacks that will have the greatest positive impact on your long-term health. These...
Feb. 27, 2023
Deconstructing Energy Balance: Beyond Calories In Vs. Calories Out
In this episode, we discuss a topic that is a source of endless confusion for many people: Energy Balance. Properly fueling ourselves with the right amount of energy is an important aspect of health and well-being. So, in this podcast episode we are...
Feb. 20, 2023
Omega 3 Fats: Why They're Important, How to Get Them, and More
In this episode, we are going to be discussing a topic that can be a source of confusion for many people: omega-3 fats. Omega-3 fats are a complicated topic as there are different types of omega-3 fats which have different functions in our body and...
Feb. 13, 2023
The Great Egg Debate: Separating Fact from Fiction
Introduction: Eggs are a staple in many diets, but the debate about their health benefits has been ongoing for decades. Depending on who you ask some people claim that eggs are nature's perfect food, while others claim eating them is just as bad as...
Oct. 26, 2022
Collagen: A Superfood Supplement or Another Wellness Fad?
Collagen has become one of the most popular supplements on the market over the last few years and is being touted for a range of potential benefits, including skin, joints, digestive health, and even weight loss. In this episode, we will examine...
Oct. 18, 2022
Are Artificial Sweeteners Really a Safe Alternative to Sugar?
Artificial sweeteners might be one of the most controversial topics in nutrition. Some people claim that they are dangerous and others will say that they are perfectly safe. In today's episode we are going to discuss some of the most recent...
Oct. 13, 2022
Understanding Forms of Evidence in Nutrition
Welcome back to another episode of The Nutrition Science Podcast. In this episode we discuss the different forms of evdience in nutrition and how we can utilize each of these types of evidence to help us make decisions about our health. We talk...
Oct. 10, 2022
Nutrition is a Science, Not an Opinion
Nearly everyone has an opinion on nutrition. Listening to everyone's opinion will leave you confused and overwhelmed. So how do we know what to listen to and who to trust? In this episode, I discuss the difference between opinion-based and...