Nutrition For Mortals

Listen to the full episode (and all of our past and future bonus episodes) by joining our Patreon. By supporting us on Patreon you'll get a special podcast feed right in your favorite podcast app that will update automatically every time a new bonus episode is released. We donate 20% of our Patreon proceeds to The Hunger Project. https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals In 2012, an article came out in Vogue that ignited a storm of controversy. The article, written by a woman named Dara-Lynn Weiss, highlighted how diet culture gets pushed at children from an incredibly young age. In this month's episode, we use this article as a way of discussing kids, diet culture and how we talk to children about food (and their bodies). This is not an easy topic, but wow it's an important one. 

How much protein do we need? Seems like a simple enough question, right? Well, in the world of nutrition, few questions are more fraught than this one. So join us, two Registered Dietitians (and friends!) as we navigate these treacherous waters and attempt to come out the other side with some useful information for our own lives. #rollininthebeef Want to support the show and get bonus episodes? Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals Links to stuff we talked about in this episode: The nitrogen balance study we discussed Protein “requirements” beyond the RDA: implications for optimizing health Muscle loss is so much more than protein intake.. Don’t want to miss any episodes in the future? Make sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! For feedback or to suggest a show topic email us at nutritionformortals@gmail.com Feel free to contact our real, live nutrition counseling practice **This podcast is for information purposes only, is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice, and does not constitute a patient-provider relationship**

Body mass index or BMI is a metric that most of us are familiar with. It’s recorded on our health charts, can dictate how much we pay for insurance or even determine whether or not we can access medical care. But how did the BMI become so integrated into healthcare? And what, if anything, does BMI even tell us about our health? Join us, two Registered Dietitians, as we do a deep dive into the science and history of the body mass index. Want to support the show and get bonus episodes? Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals Links to stuff we talked about in this episode: A Treatise On Man and The Development Of His Faculties by Adolphe Quetelet  Some BMI History The Meta-Analysis The WHO Used Beyond BMI  How Body Mass Index Compromises Care of Patients With Disabilities Don’t want to miss any episodes in the future? Make sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! For feedback or to suggest a show topic email us at nutritionformortals@gmail.com Feel free to contact our real, live nutrition counseling practice **This podcast is for information purposes only, is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice, and does not constitute a patient-provider relationship**

To hear the rest of the episode, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals Remember in 2015 when news reports were full of claims about the magic of chocolate in weight loss efforts? Well, there is SO much more than meets the eye with this story. This is a wild ride.. we hope everyone enjoys this (sort of) Valentine's-themed episode. 

Explore the origins and development of functional medicine, the intersection of functional medicine and nutrition, the expensive nature of functional medicine consultations, and the skepticism towards weight loss claims. Discover the potential problems with supplement pushing, the importance of finding a doctor who prioritizes patients' needs, and the gratitude for knowledge gained.

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Intuitive Eating co-creator Evelyn Tribole discusses the co-opting of Intuitive Eating by diet culture, common misconceptions, and exciting new research on its benefits. They also explore the negative effects of dieting, challenges faced by specific groups, and the need for changes in healthcare's approach to weight. The speakers express gratitude for Intuitive Eating and its impact on lives.

To hear the rest of the episode, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals Join us, two registered dietitians (and friends!) as we run down the Unfortunate Nutrition Trends of 2023. We also tackle a listener question about calorie labeling on restaurant menus!

Exploring the effects of heavy metals in our environment, debunking claims of heavy metal detoxes, discussing mercury risks in seafood, and examining the questionable effectiveness of heavy metal removal supplements and colloidal silver.

In this episode, the hosts debunk health claims about coffee, addressing topics such as dehydration, bone loss, cortisol levels, and the recommended intake. They explore the historical battle and propaganda surrounding coffee, discuss its impact on bone health and cortisol levels, and highlight the diverse range of health benefits it provides. The hosts also share their changing coffee preferences and engage in a friendly debate about light roast vs dark roast coffee.