Episodes

My Journey Through Wellness Misinformation
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...
6 "Biohacks" That Will Actually Improve Your 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...
Deconstructing Energy Balance: Beyond Calories In Vs. Calories Out
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...
Omega 3 Fats: Why They're Important, How to Get Them, and More
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...
The Great Egg Debate: Separating Fact from Fiction
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...
Collagen: A Superfood Supplement or Another Wellness Fad?
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...
Are Artificial Sweeteners Really a Safe Alternative to Sugar?
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...
Understanding Forms of Evidence in Nutrition
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...
Nutrition is a Science, Not an Opinion
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...