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If you are overwhelmed with all of the conflicting information in nutrition this is the podcast for you. On this podcast, Dr. Adrian Chavez, who has a doctorate in nutrition and years of experience working with over 1,000 clients, helps to break down the science and practical application around popular topics in nutrition to help you make more informed decisions about nutrition and your health. Weekly episodes include research breakdowns of specific nutrition topics along with practical takeaways, Q and A episodes, myth-busting, and interviews with subject matter experts.
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On this episode of the podcast we have a.Q and A episode covering three topics. 1) Are caffeine and coffee beneficial or harmful to our health? 2) What are the best oils to cook with? 3) Does dairy interfere with the absorption of nutrients from berries? We will be discussing some of the research looking at the health benefits (and negative effects) of coffee and caffeine, the differences between cooking with oilve oil, coconut oil, butter, ghee, etc., and how dairy can block the absorption o...
1Did you know that all health improvements that people experience from following any new diet or nutrition plan can be distilled into 3 key changes? Today on the show we are going to discuss what those specific changes are and help you to understand How Diets Work and where you should place your focus if your goal is make nutrition changes that will benefit your health. Previous episode that may be helpful: Energy Balance Episode Food Sensitivity Episode Click here to take advantage of Legions...
Soy is one of the most widely misunderstood foods. There are a variety of claims regarding the health effects of soy. It disrupts female hormones, feminizes men, increases risk of cancer, is inflammatory, and more...But what does the actual science show? In this episode of the podcast we are going to discuss the evidence for the health effects of soy. We cover: The nutritional composition of soy foodsWhat studies show about soy consumption and risk of heart disease, cancer and other long...
On this episode of the podcast we have a Q and A episode we are covering 3 popular topics. 1) The personalized nutrition company ZOE2) Nutrigenomics and whether we should use our genes to determine what to eat3) The science of cold plunging Research on cold exposure:Cold Water Immersion and RecoveryCold Exposure and Muscle Growth If you are interested in signing up for the discounted offer on the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint course you can sign up here. To search the podcast archive go here.&n...
On the last episode of the show we discussed WHY LDL cholesterol matters and why we don't want to have a high number of LDL particles floating around in our blood. In this episode we discuss: - The two main dietary factors that contribute to LDL levels - A surprising fact about coffee and cholesterol levels- Simple swaps for lowering cholesterol levels and more. Tune into the episode to hear more. I also summarized all of this information in a FREE guide if you would like to download that you...
Today is part 1 of a 2 part series on lowering LDL cholesterol. In this episode we are going to cover what LDL cholesterol is and how it might contribute to the development of heart disease. In the next episode we are going to discuss nutrition and lifestyle strategies for lowering LDL. In this episode we cover:What cholesterol is and how it functions in our bodyWhy cholesterol has been thought to cause heart diseaseThe truth about cholesterol and heart disease The right cholesterol...
Welcome back to another episode of the podcast. Today we have another Q and A episode and we are going to discuss: Is wild-caught fish more nutritious or safer than farmed fish?Is drinking raw milk a health hack or pointless wellness trend? What Functional Medicine is and whether or not I recommend itStudies discussed in this episode:Farmed Fish https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27670595/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24709486/Raw Milk Studies: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articl...
Sometimes nutrition isn't going to be a top priority in your life. Maybe you just had a child, you are moving, you're traveling, you lost your job, etc. and you just need to place your focus elsewhere and put as little energy as possible into your nutrition. These times are going to happen and it can be helpful to have a strategy for what we are going to do when they do. So today on the podcast, I am going to discuss how to focus on the bare minimum with nutrition and still make progress and ...
Today on the show I have Jessica Issacs who is a Registered Dietitian and Sports Nutrition Specialist and we are going to talk about nutrition tips for parents of children who are active in sports. On today's episode we cover:Nutrition priorities for young athletesSome of th most common mistakes that many young athletes makeSports drinks and whether or not they're necessary Hydrations tips for young athletes Supplement considerationsand more..Make sure to tune in to learn more....
Is Red Meat Healthy? One one end of the spectrum we’ve got people telling us that it causes cancer and heart disease and should be avoided at all costs and then people on the other end of the aisle who say it is a superfood and we should build our diet around it. But what is the truth?In this episode of the podcast we are going to break down the science of this topic and talk about: Define what red meat isDiscuss the nutrition in red meat Potentially problematic ingredient...
Building and maintaining muscle is one of the most important things that we can to protect or long term health. But, building muscle can be a challenge and it is a lot more difficult if you are not doing it effectively. Today on the show, I have my friend Dr. Joey Munoz on to discuss the 3 muscle building mistakes that you want to avoid to ensure that you get the most out of your resistance training. On this episode we discuss: The #1 mistake that keeps people from ...
Today, we have another Q and A episode, in this episode we discuss :Liver supplements: are they worth taking?The new Netflix Hack Your Health Documentary Alkaline Water and Purported Health Benefits Creatine Supplementation: Should You Take It?Multivitamin Episode 5 Supplements That May Be Worth Taking Episode Creatine Instagram post Creatine SupplementNutrition Mastery Blueprint Discounted Course Offer Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send ...
I was having a discussion with a friend recently and a discussion came up that I've had quite a few times before. He asked me, which is more important: exercise or nutrition? And in my typical fashion I gave an incredibly long-winded response that didn't provide an answer to the question, but appeared to be helpful nevertheless. So on this episode I am going to give you my take on this discussion and explain whether I think exercise or nutrition is more important and why. ...
Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today, I have a simple, practical episode where I discuss 10 nutritious foods that you may want to include in your diet. My approach to nutrition is focused on meeting your nutrition needs and maximizing the health promoting potential of the diet. One of the ways to do that is by adding in more nutrient dense foods that have shown to have positive effects on health. Today on the show I discuss 10 foods that have some strong research backing their u...
A report was published by the American Cancer Society with some updated statistics and this report led to a number of headlines that have caused some concern for a lot of people. Many headlines highlighted the fact that there are over 2 million cancer cases in the US, more than ever before. Others highlight the increasing cancer rates among young people. As we all know headlines can be misleading, so I brought my friend Dr. Krystle Zuniga on to the show to discuss the details of the repo...
Many people are considering plant-based diets for health, environmental, or ethical purposes. So this week I brought my friend Dr. Matthew Nagra to the show to discuss plant-based diets. Dr. Nagra is a long-time Vegan and also a Naturopathic Doctor who is very well versed in the science of this topic and does a great job of presenting the research about plant-based diets accurately. On this episode we discuss: Main reasons why one would consider adopting a plant-based dietPros ...
Welcome back to another episode of the podcast! On this episode, I have a special guest Dr. Idrees Mughal on the show and we are going to be tackling one of the most persistent myths in nutrition: The Alleged Harmful Effect of Seed Oils.In this episode, we discuss: Why seed oils have been demonized online so muchDo seed oils cause inflammation?Are they easily oxidized?Are they responsible for the obesity epidemic? Will cutting them prevent sunscreen? And more.Tune in to the sho...
I am so excited to welcome a very special guest to the show today Dr. Arti Thagudu. Dr. Thangudu is a triple board-certified physician and is a specialist in endocrinology, diabetes, and thyroid disease the founder of Complete Medicine, a direct care endocrinology practice based out of Texas, and Hey Healthy, a company providing accessible and supportive diabetes and hormonal care for self-insured businesses. Dr. Thangudu is a wealth of information on a variety of topics, but I invited h...
PLANTS ARE KILLING YOU AND SUCKING NUTRIENTS FROM YOUR BODY!! This is a common claim among "animal-based" diet proponents and it has caused a lot of confusion for people. So on this episode of the show I want to discuss the topic of anti-nutrients and toxic substances found in plant foods. In this episode we discuss What the different compounds are that are classified as "plant toxins" What foods these foods are found in How to reduce our exposure to these compuonds when appropri...
Today we have another Q and A episode for you and we are going to be covering the following topics: How to choose the right milk for your nutritional needs Whether or not it is nutirtionally better to choose whole wheat pasta vs. regular options The dangers of storing rice impoperly Microplastics and our health Tune into the show to hear more. Remember if you want to have your question answered in a future Q and A episode you can submit your questions here along with...
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As a nutritionist, I am always happy to see a source of sober, evidence-based nutrition content I can recommend to people who want to educate themselves, so thanks for producing one.
My husband and I enjoy listening to your podcast! Thank you so much for all your advice!