Nicole Chenard

Nicole Chenard

Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN, has helped develop some of the most ground-breaking performance programs with a special expertise in sports nutrition, fitness and lifestyle coaching. She is the host of the Nicole Chenard podcast, where she interviews legendary clinicians, professional athletes, chefs and experts about food science, performance, health law and evidenced-based success. For her ground-breaking work in the field, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics named Nicole "Emerging Dietetic Leader of the Year 2020" and she has been described as "Master Class" by her medical mentors.

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August 16, 2025 58 mins

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In this engaging conversation, Nicole Chenard and Al Donatio explore Al's transformative journey from a corporate finance career to becoming an adventurous traveler and mountaineer. Al shares his experiences of overcoming personal challenges, including a cancer diagnosis, and how it reshaped his perspective on life and travel. The discussion delves into the importance of setting boundaries, the joy of exploring new cultures,...

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In this engaging conversation, Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN and Brittney Slater, LMFT explore the intricate dynamics of sex therapy, focusing on the neuropsychology of pleasure, the differences in sexual desire between men and women, and practical strategies for couples to enhance intimacy. They discuss the importance of understanding the brain's response to sex, the impact of stress on sexual health, and how lifestyle choic...

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In this conversation, Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN discusses the critical issue of drug-drug interactions and nutrient depletion caused by various medications. She highlights specific drug categories, their common uses, and the essential nutrients that can be depleted as a result of their use. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding these interactions to prevent health issues and improve overall well-bein...

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00:00 Introduction to Nutrition and Brain Health

06:49 Antioxidants: The Brain's Defense Mechanism

11:51 The Role of Polyphenols in Brain Health

16:34 Conclusion and Call to Action


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In this conversation, Nicole Chenard discusses the critical relationship between nutrition and brain health, particularly for active duty military personnel and veterans. She emphasizes the importance of understanding chronic ...

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In this conversation, Nicole Chenard, an award-winning innovative Registered Dietitian and Healthy Lifestyle Coach, explores the intricate relationship between identity, personal values, and health. She discusses how identities can shape our choices and behaviors, often leading to conflicts between values. Through personal anecdotes and examples, Nicole emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in understanding one...

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Mental Detox and Integration for Athletes starts with Elizabeth McIntire, of Boston Brain Integration.



Keywords: Kinesiology, Brain health, Brain integration, health, athlete, win, test, strategy, cutting-edge, psychology, voice, muscle testing, concussion, traumatic brain injury, TBI


Learn more about Elizabeth and Brain Integration here: Boston Brain Integration


Learn more about your host, Nicole Chenard, here...

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Embracing the beautiful of organic conversations. Get to know your podcast host, Nicole Chenard, the woman behind the mic!
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How Foreign Mary Mastered The Guinness Book of World Records in Ireland


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In this episode, Nicole Chenard discusses myth-busting military performance optimization with nutritional biochemist Dr. Rachele Pojednic.


Dr. Rachele Pojednic, PhD, EdM, is an Associate Professor & Program Director of Exercise Science in the Department of Health and Human Performanceat Norwich University, where she examines therapies designed to enhance performance & recovery.

She is also the Director of Scientific Researc...

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In this episode, Nicole Chenard breaks down carbohydrates and the basics of sugar.


Hidden names for sugar. Is fruit bad for us? Where do carbohydrates fit in when I'm counting macros? How much sugar is in my wine? And more...


This is a quick, unedited Q & A episode. Did you like it? Let us know! Reviews are the best way to pay it forward and help us create and publish more content.

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Hilery Hutchinson's contact info & where to book a retreat in El Salvador: 

Website: https://www.healingwithhilery.com or https://www.elsalvadorretreat.com 

Email: hilery@healingwithhilery.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elsalvadorretreat  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healingwithhilery 

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January 14, 2023 48 mins

Hilery Hutchinson's contact info & where to book a retreat in El Salvador: Website: https://www.healingwithhilery.com or https://www.elsalvadorretreat.com Email: hilery@healingwithhilery.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elsalvadorretreat  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healingwithhilery https://sipify.me/products/sipify%E2%84%A2-reusable-straw Use code "NICOLE" at checkout to get 10% off your e...

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September 15, 2022 14 mins

In this episode, Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN explores the often ignored link between inflammation and depression. The COVID-19 pandemic uniquely impacted our ability to work, gather, and communicate, and subsequently heightened feelings of fear, anxiety, and loneliness. While many medical professionals have turned to prescribing anti-depressants to treat these symptoms, Nicole dives into reasons why this may not be an effective fir...

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In this episode, Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN breaks down the part of the brain in charge of emotions and memory - the amygdala. Why? Everyday, whether you realize it or not, you make tons of decisions based on emotions, not logic (that's the prefrontal cortex's duty). While counseling 100s of clients for health and performance goals, Nicole has noticed the trend of emotions tied to decision-making when it comes to what's getting in...
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On this episode, Nicole Chenard interviews Nick DiGiovanni, a chef on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram with 14 million followers. He was selected to Forbes 30 under 30, a finalist on MasterChef Season 10, and has several business ventures including Osmo Salt. Nick DiGiovanni is one of TikTok's top U.S. food creators with 8 million followers and more than 250 million monthly views. He was the youngest-ever finalist on MasterChef a...

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Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center's Dietetic Intern, Madison MacFarland discusses with Award-Winning Dietitian Nutritionist Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN, the latest research in the connection between nutrition, hormones, and sleep. Included in this discussion: how your sleep habits impact everything from your appetite, your mood, the composition of the bacteria in your gut, and your ability to detox! Learning the "new&qu...

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Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN, gives a breakdown of the pros and cons of the popular ketogenic "keto" diet. 

Keywords: gluconeogenesis, weight loss, acid/base balance, carbohydrates, hormones, insulin, leptin, hunger, macronutrients, food, beverage, liver, glucose, sugar, blood, metabolism, research, medicine, nutrition, health. 

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How to spot supplement red flags with my amazing dietetic intern from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA, Madison MacFarland

From Ronald Regan, to Senator Orrin Hatch, and Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act, known as DSHEA

Which supplements to avoid, which supplements to make sure you don't waste your money on, and how to tell the difference!

For more, as always, head to nicolechenard.com

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Description & Keywords: Laura Hartung, MA, RD, LDN, CPT www.laurahartungrd.com

Amenorrhea in ballet dancers thesis paper & record-breaking javelin throwing! – University of Akron, Ohio, Iranian Food , Hawaii – Kalani – Sustainable food and yoga!, Ikaria, Greece – No word for retirement!, Okinawa, Japan – Grannies growing their own veggies!, Loma Linda, CA – most concentrated source of 7 Day Adventists, Bali – getting outside...

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August 25, 2021 2 mins

Master-Class host Nicole Chenard, MS, RD, LDN welcomes you to the award-winning Nicole Chenard show!


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