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Cold Weather Nutrition Tips
Temperatures are dropping here in the Northern Hemisphere! As you get those sweaters and turtlenecks out of storage, it’s also time to make a few adjustments to your nutrition and eating habits. Here...
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How to Cultivate Body Kindness
Rebecca Scritchfield is a registered dietitian nutritionist in Washington DC. She reaches millions through her appearances on national television, newspapers and magazines, and blogs for US News and...
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What Apple Cider Vinegar Can (and Can't) Do For You
James writes:Can you review which of the many health benefits attributed to apple cider vinegar have actually been proven scientifically? Would these benefits also apply to other vinegars? Is there any...
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Is Low Fat or Low Carb Better for Weight Loss?
We live in a deeply divided nation. And don’t worry, I’m not venturing into politics. I’m talking about the never-ending debate about whether you’ll lose more weight by cutting carbs or by limiting...
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Brewed Cacao: A Delicious Coffee Alternative
Nutrition Diva listener Lindsay recently asked me to look in to a new superfood she'd heard about."After listening to your podcast for quite some time, I know to be skeptical of any new superfood. But...
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Should You Switch to Corn Oil to Lower Cholesterol?
Cindy writes,“Recently I’ve been seeing ads on television saying that corn oil is better than olive oil for lowering cholesterol. I've always used olive oil and canola oil. Now, I’m thinking of...
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Outsmarting the Hungry Brain: An Interview with Stephan Guyenet
Although most of us strive to eat well, our behavior doesn't always live up to our good intentions. Obesity researcher Stephan Guyenet, PhD, explains how our brains are actually wired to undermine our...
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How to Start a Healthy Lunch Club
Bringing your own lunch to work can help you eat healthier and spend less money. But with all the other demands on you, it can be really challenging to find the time and energy to plan and prepare...
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Is Eating Late Bad for Your Heart?
Last month, the American Heart Association released a new scientific statement that seemed to suggest that eating late in the day is bad for your heart. At least, that was the take home message that...
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Can You Get Enough Fiber on a Low Carb Diet?
Christy writes:“I need your expertise! I am overweight and suffer from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). For that, I’m told to follow a low-carb diet. But I also have mildly elevated cholesterol and...
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Pros and Cons of the Whole30 Challenge
I’ve gotten a lot of questions and emails about the Whole30 diet, including one from Jazmine, who wrote:“I have recently been researching the Whole30 diet promoted by Melissa Hartwig. I have been...
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Whole 30: Elimination Diet or Nutritional Penance?
In last week’s podcast, I wrote about the Whole30 Challenge, and what I see as the pros and cons of this popular program. (If you missed that one, you might want to read it now.) As soon as the...
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Is Protein Powder Safe During Pregnancy?
Cherry writes:“As a doctor and recent fitness enthusiast, I love listening to your podcasts because I know you'll only give me evidence-based information with a dash of common sense. What I'd like to...
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4 Tips for More Mindful Eating
Whenever I talk about foods that can help control your hunger, I’m aware of the fact that hunger is only one if the things that drive us to eat. Frequently, we eat simply because it’s time to eat, or...
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3 Reasons to Try Black Rice
I have a confession to make. Although I know that brown rice is more nutritious than refined white rice, I actually prefer the softer texture and milder flavor of white rice … especially white basmati...
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Is Protein Powder Safe for Toddlers?
Once upon a time, the only people who might have had a canister of protein powder in the kitchen were body-builders and dieters on liquid meal replacement programs. Now, it’s become a relatively...
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3 Nutrition Tips for Night Owls
Are you a lark or an owl? Larks are the early-to-bed, early-to-rise types: They tend to feel more energized and focused early in the day and enjoy turning in early. Owls, on the other hand, don’t...
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Does a High Protein Diet Weaken Your Bones?
Ely writes:“Ever since my wife heard your episode on the benefits of protein for preventing muscle loss as you get older, she’s eating more eggs, meat, and fish, especially at breakfast and lunch. But...
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Diet Soda and Dementia: What You Need to Know
A study published last week in the journal Stroke found that drinking even one can of diet soda a day triples your risk of dementia. Not surprisingly, this caused quite an uproar.Sharyn posted her...
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Can You Get Enough Fiber on a Low Carb Diet?
Christy writes:“I need your expertise! I am overweight and suffer from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). For that, I’m told to follow a low-carb diet. But I also have mildly elevated cholesterol and...
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