The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast

Nutrition needs shift as we age, and appetite, muscle, and bone all change along with them. What does that mean for you, or for someone you care for?In this episode, host Dr. Ginger Hultin is joined by Katie Dodd, MS, RDN, CSG, LD, FAND, a board-certified specialist in gerontological nutrition who has built her career around helping older adults age with strength. Together, they look at how to adapt your nutrition as you get older, starting with muscle. Katie explains sarcopenia in plain terms, why malnutrition in older adults can show up at any body weight, and which nutrients become more important after 65. The conversation also touches on GLP-1 medications in older adults, hydration, supplements like creatine and collagen, and how quickly a medication list can crowd out room for food.One theme runs through the whole conversation. Food is bound up with identity and memory, and lasting nutrition changes start with the person, not the plan.In this episode, we’ll cover: [00:03:50] What’s shifting in the body at 65 and beyond[00:05:52] How aging changes calorie and nutrient needs[00:07:00] Why food is tied to identity, autonomy, and dignity[00:08:55] What malnutrition actually looks like in older adults[00:10:58] GLP-1s in older adults and protecting muscle[00:12:55] Sarcopenia defined and why it matters at every age[00:19:11] Katie’s six priority nutrients for aging clients[00:23:15] Hydration and the barriers that often go unnoticed[00:26:33] Katie’s biggest message for caregiversResearch Mentioned In the Episode:Prevalence of sarcopenic obesity in the older non-hospitalized population: a systematic review and meta-analysisPrevalence and Factors Associated with Sarcopenia in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-AnalysisConnect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Connect with Katie Dodd on Instagram, LinkedIn or Website. Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. Orgain, LLC is providing these episodes on an "as is" basis and makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the podcast episodes. Orgain, LLC nor any of its directors, employees or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this document. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties. 

Have you considered your relationship with alcohol lately?Host Dr. Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN, CSO, sits down with Ila Byrne, co-founder of Parch, an award-winning non-alcoholic brand. Ila joins the podcast to talk about the sober curious movement: where it started, what caused it to take off, and why understanding your own relationship with alcohol matters more than any trend. Drawing on nearly a decade spent building brands for some of the world's biggest alcohol companies, she shares what shifted for her personally, what she sees shifting culturally, and how the growing lineup of quality alternatives is changing what it feels like to opt out. Ginger then breaks down the science, covering the seven cancers linked to alcohol, what the latest research says about a "safe" amount, and how governments in Canada and Ireland are updating their guidance in response. This is a judgment-free conversation for anyone who wants a clearer picture of what alcohol does in the body, and what a healthier relationship with it could look like for them.In this episode, we’ll cover: [00:03:23] Reflecting on your own relationship with alcohol[00:07:01] Sober, in recovery, sober curious: defining the terms[00:09:03] The generational forces driving the sober movement[00:12:30] Nutrition news: the cancers linked to alcohol[00:14:53] Why a hangover is a warning signal from your body[00:17:12] How Canada and Ireland are rewriting alcohol guidance[00:19:34] The non-alcoholic brands changing the category[00:24:18] What to say when someone asks why you're not drinking[00:26:57] Small, realistic changes to start withIf you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol addiction, please find some resources belowSAMHSA’s National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP (4357)National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and AlcoholismSMART RecoveryWomen for SobrietyGinger’s Mocktail Recipes Pomegranate Ginger MocktailPomegranate MuleNon-Alcoholic NegroniConnect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Connect with Ila Byrne on LinkedIn or her website. Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. Orgain, LLC is providing these episodes on an "as is" basis and makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the podcast episodes. Orgain, LLC nor any of its directors, employees or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this document. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties. 

Have you seen at-home gut microbiome tests online and wondered whether the results could improve your health? If so, you are in good company, and in the right place.In this episode, host Dr. Ginger Hultin welcomes back researcher and registered dietitian Dr. Anissa Armet, PhD, RD, for an honest look at where gut microbiome testing stands today. Together they get into what these tests can reveal, how reliable the results really are, and how to interpret a report you already have in hand. Ginger shares the questions she asks before ordering any test, along with recent research that sent identical stool samples to at-home testing companies and compared what came back. Anissa closes with where your energy is better spent while the testing landscape evolves. If your gut has you searching for answers on testing, this is the episode to listen to first.In this episode, we’ll cover: [00:03:45] Why interest in gut microbiome testing is surging[00:05:05] Whether these tests are truly valuable right now[00:06:31] Everyday digestive discomfort vs. symptoms that need attention[00:08:31] Why the same stool sample can return different results[00:11:35] What a microbiome test can actually measure[00:14:30] Nutrition News: one sample, seven companies[00:16:04] What to do if you already have your test results[00:17:55] Anissa's go-to high fiber foods[00:18:58] Advocating for yourself when you feel dismissedConnect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Connect with Anissa Armet on Instagram or LinkedIn Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. Orgain, LLC is providing these episodes on an "as is" basis and makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the podcast episodes. Orgain, LLC nor any of its directors, employees or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this document. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties. 

The gut microbiome is everywhere right now, but with new research emerging all the time, it can be hard to know what information is worth your time.In this episode, host Dr. Ginger Hultin sits down with Dr. Anissa Armet, PhD, RD, a dietitian and researcher specializing in the gut microbiome, for an honest look at what we know about gut health and what we’re still figuring out. They break down what the microbiome is, what your gut microbes do for you, and why there’s still no universal definition of a “healthy” gut microbiome. Lastly, the conversation gets practical, asking: How much fiber do you really need? When does a supplement make sense? Do fermented foods live up to the hype? And are prebiotics and probiotics right for me?If you’ve ever wondered how to support your gut microbiome or struggled to separate gut health science from the latest trend, this episode offers a place to start.In this episode, we’ll cover: [00:02:36] What the gut microbiome actually is[00:05:19] Can you define a "healthy" or “unhealthy” microbiome[00:08:12] Gut disease vs. gut microbiome: the chicken-and-egg question[00:12:13] Building a nutritional strategy for your microbiome[00:15:27] Fiber supplements: when they help and when food comes first[00:18:10] Fiber maxing and why ramping up slowly matters[00:19:55] Do fermented foods live up to the hype?[00:21:00] Prebiotics, probiotics, and what the research supports[00:22:37] The one place to start with your gut healthConnect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Connect with Anissa Armet on Instagram or LinkedIn Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. Orgain, LLC is providing these episodes on an "as is" basis and makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the podcast episodes. Orgain, LLC nor any of its directors, employees or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this document. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties. 

Kids' nutrition conversations usually center on what a child eats, but perhaps the how, the why, and the when are even more important… In this episode, Dr. Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN, CSO, welcomes back Jennifer Anderson, MSPH, RDN, the registered dietitian behind Kids Eat in Color, for a conversation about children's eating behavior. Jennifer explains what actually counts as picky eating, how the label can stick to a child's identity, and what separates everyday selective eating from ARFID (avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder). She also makes the interesting case for focusing on hyper-palatable foods rather than the ultra-processed debate, and shares how you can decide whether a food headline deserves your attention.Tune in and walk away with practical language for the dinner table and a reminder that as a parent, you got this.In this episode, we’ll cover: [00:02:46] The biggest barrier families face with feeding right now[00:04:34] What picky eating actually means, and when it's something more[00:05:34] Why "picky eater" can become a child's identity[00:07:39] ARFID, screening tools, and advocating for your child[00:11:49] Hyperpalatable foods vs. the ultra-processed conversation[00:14:41] A filter for food fear, headlines, and misinformation[00:17:37] Screens, distraction, and what kids miss at mealtime[00:18:51] How to think about supplements for kids[00:20:51] Why parent confidence is part of good nutritionMentioned in this episode: ARFID & Extreme Picky Eating Screener for Kids Connect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Connect with Jennifer Anderson on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. Orgain, LLC is providing these episodes on an "as is" basis and makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the podcast episodes. Orgain, LLC nor any of its directors, employees or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this document. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties.