Send us a text Can meal prepping really transform your life by saving you time, money, and energy? Join me, Leonie Lacampos, as we explore the world of meal prepping and uncover how this strategy can help you navigate the chaos of daily life with ease. From cutting down on takeout costs to ensuring you always have nutritious, ready-to-eat meals on hand, we'll bust common myths and provide practical solutions that make meal prepping a sustainable habit. Say goodbye to decision fatigue and hell...
Send us a text We explore how clear data, simple habits, and dietitian guidance can cut through grocery aisle confusion and help people make faster, healthier choices. Galen from GreenChoice shares new findings on ultra-processed foods, why retailers matter, and how personalization empowers every shopper. • founding spark in the egg aisle and the problem with label claims • upbringing, athletics and the path to building transparent food data • how the GreenChoice score and app work across fo...
Send us a text We trace how modern period products can hide toxins that disrupt hormones, and we map a practical path toward non-toxic swaps that actually fit daily life. Arielle shares the product development journey behind safer period underwear and how “getting back in flow” starts with listening to the body. • late studies uncovering heavy metals, PFAS, and fragrance in pads and tampons • why label literacy matters for menstrual care, skincare, and laundry • the shift from e‑commerce to ...
Send us a text Perimenopause affects every woman at some point in life but often doesn't get the attention it deserves, with symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep issues starting as early as our late 30s. As women, we need to advocate for ourselves during this transition and find providers who listen to our concerns rather than dismissing them as normal aging. • Perimenopause usually begins in early to mid-40s, though some women notice changes in their late 30s • Hispanic women r...
Send us a text Carolyn K. Haeler shares her journey from a life-changing celiac diagnosis to creating Mightylicious, a brand revolutionizing gluten-free baked goods with products so delicious even people without dietary restrictions choose them. • Diagnosed with celiac disease at 31 after months of deteriorating health • Discovered that gluten is not just in obvious foods but used as preservative, filler, and coloring in countless products • Created Mightylicious after a disappointing experi...
Send us a text Mallory Tenor Tarpley shares her journey through eating disorder recovery and what she calls "the middle place"—the complex space between acute illness and full recovery. Her memoir "Slip" explores how recovery isn't linear and challenges the perfectionism that can derail healing progress. • Mallory developed her eating disorder after losing her mother at age 11 • She wrote "Slip" to represent those in the "middle place" of recovery who are better but not fully recovered • Rec...
Send us a text We explore the science of inflammation and its profound impact on skin health with Dr. Ebru, immunologist and founder of Avexena skincare. This eye-opening conversation reveals how chronic inflammation silently accelerates skin aging and what you can do about it through nutrition, lifestyle, and science-backed skincare approaches. • Understanding "inflammaging" - the connection between low-grade chronic inflammation and accelerated skin aging • How stress, pollution, poor diet...
Send us a text Procrastinar la atención médica puede tener graves consecuencias para la salud que podrían haberse evitado con chequeos regulares e intervención temprana. La comunidad hispana y otras minorías suelen retrasar la búsqueda de atención médica hasta que las afecciones han avanzado a niveles peligrosos. • Muchas personas evitan ir al médico porque "no quieren saber" si algo anda mal. • Las condiciones crónicas como la pre-diabetes, la diabetes y la hipertensión a menudo no presenta...
Send us a text Desvelamos la verdad sobre las bebidas electrolíticas y las bebidas azucaradas, explicando cuándo son necesarias y ofreciendo alternativas más saludables para la hidratación diaria. • Las bebidas electrolíticas (Gatorade, Powerade, etc.) están diseñadas para reponer los minerales perdidos durante el ejercicio intenso o una enfermedad. • La mayoría de las personas no necesitan bebidas electrolíticas especiales para el ejercicio ligero o las actividades diarias. • Las bebidas el...
Send us a text Registered dietitian Leonila Campos and dietetic intern Anna Kwon, M.S. tackle the persistent myths about carbohydrates that plague social media and harm athletic performance. They break down the science of how our bodies use energy during exercise and why cutting carbs can damage both health and performance. • Macronutrients explained: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats all play essential roles in keeping our bodies functioning optimally • Your brain and central nervous system...
Send us a text Self-compassion is the missing ingredient for sustainable weight loss that many people overlook while focusing solely on diet and exercise. • Practicing self-compassion means treating yourself with the same kindness you would offer a friend • Common signs of negative self-talk include phrases like "I already messed up, I might as well continue" and "I don't have the willpower" • Self-compassion doesn't mean giving up on your goals, but rather giving yourself grace during...
Send us a text Los aceites de semillas se han convertido en un tema controvertido en el ámbito de la nutrición debido a las afirmaciones sobre sus propiedades inflamatorias y sus métodos de procesamiento. Desmentimos mitos comunes sobre los aceites de semillas y analizamos la realidad científica sobre su papel en una dieta equilibrada. • Los aceites de semillas incluyen los de canola, girasol, soja y maíz, conocidos por su sabor neutro y sus altos puntos de humo. • Los ácidos grasos omega-6 ...
Send us a text Seed oils have gained a bad reputation, but the science doesn't support the fear-mongering around these common cooking ingredients. We examine the facts behind seed oils, debunk popular myths, and explain how they fit into a balanced, healthy diet. • Seed oils include canola, sunflower, soybean, corn, grapeseed, cottonseed, and safflower oils • Omega-6 fatty acids in seed oils only cause inflammation when they drastically outweigh omega-3s in your diet • Most commercial seed o...
Send us a text Liberarse de las etiquetas de los alimentos podría ser el paso más importante para desarrollar una relación saludable con la alimentación. Como nutriologa titulada, constantemente escucho a mis clientes pedir listas de alimentos "buenos" y "malos", pero nunca se las doy. ¿Por qué? Porque este pensamiento de blanco o negro crea ciclos dañinos de restricción, culpa y atracones que dañan nuestra relación con la comida y nuestro cuerpo. Cuando categorizamos los alimentos como "mal...
Send us a text Have you ever felt guilty after eating a food you enjoy? That familiar wave of shame that follows the last bite of pizza, ice cream, or chocolate? You're not alone. As a registered dietitian, I've seen this pattern play out with over 90% of my clients, and it's time we break this cycle. Food isn't meant to carry moral weight. When we categorize foods as "good" or "bad," we create an unhealthy relationship that leads to restriction, binging, and shame. This episode dives deep i...
Send us a text Las grasas alimenticias han sido injustamente demonizadas durante décadas, pero la verdad es mucho más matizada y fascinante. La grasa no solo es densa en calorías (9 calorías por gramo), sino que es literalmente alimento para el cerebro, ya que aproximadamente el 60 % del cerebro está compuesto de tejido graso. Este macronutriente, mal entendido, es esencial para la producción de hormonas, la correcta absorción de las vitaminas A, D, E y K, la estructura celular y el almacenam...
Send us a text Fat isn't the villain it's often made out to be - it's absolutely essential for your health. Registered Dietitian Leonela Lacampos dives deep into this misunderstood macronutrient, debunking myths and providing science-backed insights on why we need fat and how to choose the right kinds. Discover the critical differences between unsaturated, saturated, and trans fats, and learn which foods provide the most beneficial fats for brain health, hormone production, and energy regula...
Send us a text Los carbohidratos son un macronutriente esencial que sirve como la fuente de energía preferida de nuestro cuerpo, especialmente para el cerebro, que utiliza el 20 % de nuestras calorías diarias. Desmentimos mitos comunes sobre los carbohidratos y ofrecemos consejos prácticos para incorporarlos a una dieta equilibrada a través de alimentos integrales ricos en fibra. • Los carbohidratos se dividen en tres tipos principales: carbohidratos simples (frutas, leche, azúcares añadidos...
Send us a text Carbohydrates are the body's preferred energy source and an essential macronutrient that provides numerous benefits when consumed in the right forms and quantities. In this myth-busting episode, registered dietitian Leonila Campos explains why carbs aren't the enemy and provides practical guidance for incorporating them into a balanced diet. • Carbs are one of three main macronutrients that provide essential fuel, especially for the brain which uses 20% of daily calories • The...
Send us a text Analizamos por qué la dieta carnívora —un patrón de alimentación que elimina todos los alimentos vegetales— plantea graves riesgos para la salud a pesar de su creciente popularidad. Este enfoque restrictivo genera peligrosas deficiencias nutricionales que se desarrollan gradualmente con el tiempo, lo que puede tener graves consecuencias a largo plazo. • La dieta carnívora elimina todos los alimentos vegetales, lo que genera deficiencias nutricionales críticas. • La ausenc...