Nutrition Diva
Every week, Monica Reinagel peels back the layers of nutrition news and research, answers listener questions, and helps you feel more confident about your food and nutrition choices.
Episodes
Yogurt makers can now say that eating yogurt reduces the risk of Type 2 diabetes. What do know about this new “qualified claim”?
Mentioned in this episode:
Dairy consumption and risk of type 2 diabetes (BMS Medicine)
Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN. Transcripts are available at Simplecast.
Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.
How does our desire to avoid processed foods square with our out-of-control snacking habits?
References:
2024 Food & Health Survey - International Food Information Council
Snacking: A cause for concern - ScienceDirect
Discussing the difference between acidic and acid-forming foods, explains how the body maintains pH balance, and evaluates the potential health benefits and misconceptions surrounding pH-balancing diets.
Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN. Transcripts are available at Simplecast.
Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.
All about prebiotic sodas including their fiber content, health benefits, and how they compare to kombucha.
Mentioned in this episode:
ND 412 What Apple Cider Vinegar Can (and Can't) Do For You
Research:
Health Effects and Sources of Prebiotic Dietary Fiber - PMC (nih.gov)
Exploring the world of kefir, from its health benefits to its unique fermentation process.
Related links:
https://culturesforhealth.com/
Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN. Transcripts are available at Simplecast.
Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.
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A new study adds more doubt to the value of fish oil supplementation for heart disease prevention.
Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN. Transcripts are available at Simplecast.
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Learn why whole foods often provide a nutritional edge, when supplements might be necessary, and how timing impacts nutrient availability.
Related listening:
Is it time to stop taking fish oil? (Nutrition Diva #604)
Research references:
Associations of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplement Use With Cardiovascular Disease Risks: Me...
Magnesium may or may not help prevent muscle cramps. Here’s why.
References:
Bloggers recommend everything from bleach to baking soda. Food safety experts insist that tap water is all you need. What’s the best way to kill germs on fresh produce?
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We’re losing the sodium wars—but potassium could help turn the tide (Nutrition Diva #708)
Research references:
Super food or expensive pond scum? Is this “green food” worth the greenbacks? Find out what nutritional benefits spirulina offers. Also, we review promising research on saffron for mental health and cognition.
Related listening:
Why You Need More (Not Less) Phytic Acid in Your Diet (Nutrition Diva #612)
Are powdered green supplements like AG1 worth the money? (Nutrition Diva #754)
Research references:
Learn how what you eat affects how you feel.
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How Food Affects Mood (Part 1) (Nutrition Diva #282)
How Food Affects Mood (Part 2) (Nutrition Diva #283)
A provocative new study on ultra-processed foods (Nutrition Diva #735)
We need a better way to define ultra-processed food (Nutrition Diva #757 BONUS)
Research references:
A couple of recent news stories are causing concern about chemical exposure from foods that we would normally consider healthy. How does this affect your food choices?
Related listening:
What’s the Difference between hazard and risk? (Nutrition Diva #355)
Mentioned in this episode:
Produce Without Pesticides. (Consumer Reports)
Sea moss supplements are promoted as being good for thyroid, digestive, skin and immune health. What’s the evidence to support the claims?
Related listening:
The Carrageenan Controversy (Nutrition Diva #276)
Research references:
Effects of kelp supplementation on thyroid function in euthyroid ...
Some argue that obesity does not necessarily increase your health risks. Science suggests otherwise.
Related listening:
Turning down the food noise, with Dr. Nina Crowley (Nutrition Diva #760)
Ozempic plateaus, muscle loss, and more (Nutrition Diva #738)
Why Weight Loss Is Harder for Some than Others (Nutrition Diva #616)
Mentioned in this episode:
Separate and combined associations of obesity and metabolic health with coronary heart dis...
Influencers are sounding the alarm about the many alleged dangers of seed oils. Let’s look at the evidence.
Related listening:
Does the Ratio of Omega-6 Fats Really Matter? (Nutrition Diva #185)
Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN. Transcripts are available at Simplecast.
Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.
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Collagen supplements are promoted as a way to plump your skin, cushion your joints, and enhance your workout. What’s the evidence to support the claims?
Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN. Transcripts are available at Simplecast.
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Monica discusses The Dirty Dozen list and whether or not these foods with the highest level of pesticides are, in fact, unsafe to consume.
Related listening:
What exactly are the advantages of eating seasonally? (Nutrition Diva #761)
Pesticides on Our Plates: Is Our Food Safe to Eat? (Nutrition Diva #499)
Mentioned in this episode:
Calculate - Safe Fruits and Veggies
Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN. Transcri...
Eating fresh local produce is a great idea. But there's no reason to avoid fruits and vegetables because they aren't in season.
Related listening:
Are Hydroponic Vegetables Less Nutritious? (Nutrition Diva #379)
Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN. Transcripts are available at Simplecast.
Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.
In today's episode, we're exploring the phenomenon of “food noise,” how it relates to our overall health and weight management, and some ways to turn down the volume.
Dr. Nina Crowley is a registered dietitian as well as a doctor of psychology–affectionately known to her friends and colleagues as the “Psycho-dietitian.“ Nina has years of experience working in the field of bariatrics and as an educator and advocate against weight s...
I respond to a recent article in the New York Times highlighting revised guidelines on managing PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). The article states there is no solid evidence to suggest that dieting has any significant impact on symptoms. However, absence of evidence is not evidence of absence.
Mentioned in this episode:
International Evidence-based Guideline for the assessment and management of polycystic ov...
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