FUELED | wellness + nutrition with Molly Kimball

Adults are turning to Pedialyte for ‘off-label’ uses like sports drink alternative, muscle cramping remedy and hangover cure. So just how does this medical-grade blend that’s designed for 𝘬𝘪𝘥𝘴 measure up, and is it really something worth adding into our lifestyles? I break down what you need to know including nutrition stats and better-for-you options.LINKS ✧ Tiffany’s How Pedialyte got Pedialit: www.vox.com/the-goods/2018/9/10/17819358/pedialyte-hangover-marketing-strategy-instagram-influencers✧ Molly’s article about Pedialyte: http://mollykimball.com/2021/06/pedialyte-cure-all-fact-or-fiction/✧ Molly’s WGNO TV segment on Pedialyte: https://wgno.com/good-morning-new-orleans/fueled-wellness-with-molly/fueled-wellness-nutrition-pedialyte-cure-all-fact-or-fiction/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People are often surprised that, as a registered dietitian, I incorporate bread as a regular part of my lifestyle. Some are delighted while others are, well, let’s just say… a bit judgmental. After all, bread tends to get a really bad rap. But, there’s little need for such bread angst; bread – in some shape or fashion – can practically fit into any diet. That said, there is a tremendous amount of variation among breads in terms of quality and ingredients. It’s not as simple as comparing one loaf to another. This week on FUELED, I share a rundown of the most popular types of bread and which diets they are best suited for.LINKS ✧ Molly’s Article | Baking artisan-style bread that fits any nutritional need, along with your toolkit for baking grain-free, gluten-free breads. http://mollykimball.com/2020/08/baking-artisan-style-bread-that-fits-any-nutritional-need/✧ Molly’s Article | Everything you need to know about bread. http://mollykimball.com/2021/06/everything-you-need-to-know-about-bread/✧ Molly’s podcast with expert bakers Morgan Angelle of Bellegarde Bakery and Carolyn Ketchup of All Day I Dream About Food, sharing their wealth of knowledge on all things bread baking – and GF baking. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-fueled-wellness-nutrition-43062540/episode/expert-bakers-share-how-to-bake-70866289/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cow’s milk has ample competition these days, surrounded by an ever-growing array of “milks” made from almonds, cashews, peas, oats, hemp and other ingredients. Choosing a plant-based milk alternative may make us feel like we’re doing something good for our body, but are they really any better for us? The answer is complicated and one I’m delving into this week on FUELED. From nutritional stats to ingredient lists, I give a rundown on what you need to know about the most common types of both cow’s milk and plant-based milks on store shelves – and how to choose the right one for you.LINKSfor more on milk, check out molly’s recent article: www.mollykimball.com/2021/06/which-milk-is-best-for-you-a-guide-to-non-standard-milks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Microplastics are everywhere - extending far beyond our plastic water bottles, straws and ziplocs. They’re in our clothes, our water, our bodies - and even our children’s bodies. Not good, since plastics are linked to cancer, infertility, global warming and more. Dr. Sherri Mason, professor of chemistry and leading researcher in plastic pollution, shares her insight and strategies for effortlessly reducing our reliance on plastics, one small step at a time. I love her approach for many reasons, including the fact that she’s not an alarmist. In her words, she’s not anti-plastic, simply ‘anti-stupid-plastic’. LINKS ✧ www.sherrimason.com ✧ www.beyondplastic.org [break free from plastic pollution act]✧ Sherri’s recommended reading | “Countdown” by Shawna Swan, and “Plastic: A Toxic Love Story” by Susan Freinkel✧ Sherri’s rec for refillable bath + body products | www.plaineproducts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We eat for so many reasons – hundreds of them – other than hunger. Many of these reasons can be narrowed down into six main categories; some may surprise you. In this episode, we delve further into some of the root causes behind why we overeat, with specific guidance on how to break the cycle and develop a healthier relationship with food.LINKSPodcast with Dr. Dave Galarneau | Choose Joy www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/choose-joy-strategies-to-de-stress-this-holiday-season/id1459883591?i=1000499440281Kevin Hall’s 2019 study, Ultra-Processed Diets Cause Excess Calorie Intake and Weight Gain | link here: www.cell.com/cell-metabolism/pdf/S1550-4131(19)30248-7.pdfMolly’s article about why we crave, why we feel addicted to food | link here: www.nola.com/entertainment_life/eat-drink/article_60c85823-8aa7-523e-9a23-1208236554f0.htmlNutrition Action Health Letter: Why We Overeat [April 2021] | excellent recap here: www.foodfactsandfads.com/2021/04/07/ultra-processed-food-and-obesity/Brand Specific Shopping Guide via Ochsner Eat Fit Smartphone App | www.play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ochsner.eatfit&hl=en_US&gl=US Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've noticed the ever-growing number of low-carb and keto ice cream options in the freezer section of your local grocery store and you're on the fence about trying them out, give this episode a listen. I share a rundown on the most popular brands, including their ingredients, nutritional stats and - most importantly - how they rank, according to our informal taste test panel!LINKMolly’s article | http://mollykimball.com/2021/05/low-carb-keto-ice-cream-pints-how-they-measure-up/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for budget-friendly finds that are fast, easy and – yes – good for you? You’ll want to check out these Trader Joe’s finds that make it more convenient than ever to squeeze nutritional goodness into meals and snacks on the fly.Links✧ http://mollykimball.com/2021/05/12-trader-joes-finds-under-5/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every now and then, a certain "health food" will catch fire. You've seen them all over social media, plastered on magazine covers and seemingly just about everyone is singing their praises. But often, many of these foods receive more than their fair share of glory – and for far too long. Here’s a look at five foods and ingredients that – in my opinion – have been given too much hype and five less glamorous options that are well worth adding to your plate.LINKS✧ Gut Microbiome podcast with Professor Tim Spector | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gut-microbiome-our-wellness-whats-the-connection/id1459883591?i=1000517263457✧ Plant-based sweeteners podcast with Dr. Darryl Holliday | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-sweet-shift-the-food-industrys-move-away-from-added-sugar/id1459883591?i=1000513559753✧ Molly’s article: 5 over-hyped + under-hyped foods | http://mollykimball.com/2021/05/5-overhyped-foods-5-that-deserve-your-attention/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So here’s the deal: Sports drinks aren’t always our best option for hydration, even when we’re exercising. And traditional sports drinks are loaded with sugar and artificial food dyes. But staying well-hydrated is essential, so this week on FUELED, I’m sharing the rundown on my top picks - and what to steer clear of - when it comes to fueling performance and optimizing hydration.LINKS ✧ See links for brands in Molly’s “Love it, Like it, Hate it” Sports Drink TV segment on WGNO | https://wgno.com/good-morning-new-orleans/fueled-wellness-with-molly/fueled-wellness-nutrition-love-it-like-it-hate-it-sports-drinks-electrolyte-replenishing-drinks/✧ Molly’s blog post on Top Picks for Sports Drinks | http://mollykimball.com/2021/03/top-picks-for-healthy-sports-drinks/✧ Past episode: The Science of Muscle Cramps with expert Bob Murray | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-muscle-cramping-expert-interview-w-dr-bob-murray/id1459883591?i=1000489309847✧ Past episode: Behind the Brand with ICONIC Protein Drink | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-the-brand-iconic-protein/id1459883591?i=1000489309822 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A child's perspective is everything. Seeing the world of wellness and nutrition through the lens -- the unfiltered lens -- of a child isn't just interesting; it's enlightening. This is the case in this rather unique episode of FUELED, an impromptu interview in which 9-year-old Josh Bertram flips the script, asking me his top questions about wellness and other things that kids are curious about.CONTENT FOR EPISODE NOTES Send me your kids’ questions via email, DM on social or – even better yet – they can ask their questions themselves via phone and we may air their questions directly!✧ phone | 504-842-9572 [confidential office line]✧ email | molly@mollykimball.com ✧ message via social | @MollyKimballRD on Facebook + Instagramand we may play their question directly, or just email me at molly@mollyjkimball.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices