The Nutrition Diva's Quick And Dirty Tips For Eating Well And Feeling Fabulous

Continuous glucose monitors were developed to help people with diabetes manage their blood sugar. But could they also help people optimize their health, athletic performance, or weight loss? The Nutrition Diva looks into the science.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

You may already be familiar with something called the low FODMAP diet, which I’ve talked about in previous episodes. Although the low FODMAP diet can be very effective in relieving symptoms of IBS, it’s not necessarily appropriate or doable by everyone.  Beth Rosen joins me to talk about some alternatives to the FODMAP approach for managing IBS. Beth is a registered dietitian specializing in GI nutrition and disordered eating. She has designed techniques and programs to help chronic dieters, disordered eaters, and those in eating disorder recovery to mend their relationship with food and their bodies. In this interview:Why we seem to lose the ability to digest or tolerate certain foods as we get older.The surprising relationship between eating disorders and IBS and disordered eating.What are FODMAPs and where are they found?The challenges of trying to do a low-FODMAP diet on your own.Who might not be a good candidate for a low-FODMAP approach.Modified dietary approaches (“FODMAP-lite”).Non-dietary interventio

Fact-checking the claim that having water with food is bad for digestion or absorption. Also: how much variety do you need in your fruits and vegetables to meet the requirement?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

A new study links the use of a popular low-calorie sweetener with an increased risk of heart attacks and stroke. How worried should you be?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/ 

We’re told that saturated fat is bad for your heart. But is saturated fat from plants different than saturated fat from meat or dairy?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

Bloggers recommend everything from bleach to baking soda. Food safety experts insist that tap water is all you need. What’s the best way to kill germs on fresh produce?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/ 

We're often told to choose lean protein. But is lean protein actually healthier or is it time to retire this phrase? Plus, listeners respond to a recent episode on alcohol and health.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com

Telling people to eat less salt doesn’t seem to be working. Maybe we should focus on getting more potassium instead.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

Is there any amount of alcohol that can be considered safe? It’s not a one-size-fits-all answer. Related links:Chart of alcohol consumption and increased mortality riskCocktail calculatorNutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

Nutrient dense foods can help you optimize your nutrition. Energy dense foods can lead to weight gain. Here’s how these two factors interact in a healthy diet.Read More: Nutrition/Energy Density CheatsheetNutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/ 

Popular dark chocolate bars have been found to have concerning levels of lead and cadmium.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/ 

Low-carb products can be quite high in fiber. But are they a healthy way to get more fiber in your diet? Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

What's the latest guidance on how much protein we should eat, and what sources of protein are best, especially as we age?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Related episodes:How to build more muscle with less proteinHow to prevent age-related muscle lossProtein density: how to get more protein with fewer caloriesHave a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

Those of us who write and speak about health have a responsibility to balance the doctrine of personal responsibility with the acknowledgment that poor health is not always the result of poor choices.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/ 

You’ll pay a lot more for powdered cacao than for cocoa powder. Is it worth it? Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/ 

Strategies to help night shift workers eat healthy and avoid weight gain.Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

Can eliminating all plant foods really be the key to weight loss and better health?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

Over-the-counter digestive enzyme supplements are marketed to help with digestive symptoms like indigestion, bloating, and gas. But can these supplements really help you digest your food better or relieve these symptoms?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

Are the warnings about chia seeds and other healthy foods for real or just urban legends?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/

Reducing your saturated fat intake can help bring down high cholesterol. But are the saturated fats in coconut oil better for heart health? Also: Can diet help prevent eczema flare-ups?Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206.Find Nutrition Diva on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.Nutrition Diva is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links:https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/nutrition-diva-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/https://twitter.com/NutritionDiva https://nutritionovereasy.com/