Breaking Down Nutrition

PODCAST. Did you know that water workouts can benefit you…whether you’re an athlete, elderly or just want to change up your workout routine? Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Mitchell, registered dietitian nutritionist and I’m Breaking Down Nutrition with Your Digest for What Works, What Doesn’t.

Running in deep water where your feet don’t touch the ground is a popular cardiovascular conditioning exercise with at least 5 benefits. #1. The buoyancy of water creates an environment for an aerobic workout without the strain on the skeletal system. Injuries are rare, making deep-water running a good training option if you’re an athlete prone to repetitive stress injuries, if you’re elderly and susceptible to fractures or you just want a lower impact workout.

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PODCAST. Did you know that water workouts can benefit you…whether you’re an athlete, elderly or just want to change up your workout routine? Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Mitchell, registered dietitian nutritionist and I’m Breaking Down Nutrition with Your Digest for What Works, What Doesn’t.

Running in deep water where your feet don’t touch the ground is a popular cardiovascular conditioning exercise with at least 5 benefits. #1. The buoyancy of water creates an environment for an aerobic workout without the strain on the skeletal system. Injuries are rare, making deep-water running a good training option if you’re an athlete prone to repetitive stress injuries, if you’re elderly and susceptible to fractures or you just want a lower impact workout.

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PODCAST. Do you know what food is the only source of vitamin D in the produce aisle? Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Mitchell, registered dietitian nutritionist and I’m Breaking Down Nutrition with Your Digest for What Works, What Doesn’t. In fact, this food is as an exception to the rule as vitamin D is not naturally found in plant foods. It will surprise you.

The food which is the only source of vitamin D in the produce aisle? Mushrooms. They’re included with vegetables however are actually fungi. What sets mushrooms apart is that when they’re exposed to ultraviolet light, vitamin D is made. Mushrooms give you another popular food to help consume more vitamin D in your diet. Vitamin D is best known for keeping your bones and teeth healthy but it may help protect against some cancers and type 1 diabetes. But that’s not all.

Listen to this week’s Breaking Down Nutrition podcast, for more mushroom benefits.

Try the recipe for Scallops a la Spoodles which includes a our favorite fungi or this recipe for a Magic Mushroom Burger that Regina developed.

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PODCAST. Do you know what food is the only source of vitamin D in the produce aisle? Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Mitchell, registered dietitian nutritionist and I’m Breaking Down Nutrition with Your Digest for What Works, What Doesn’t. In fact, this food is as an exception to the rule as vitamin D is not naturally found in plant foods. It will surprise you.

The food which is the only source of vitamin D in the produce aisle? Mushrooms. They’re included with vegetables however are actually fungi. What sets mushrooms apart is that when they’re exposed to ultraviolet light, vitamin D is made. Mushrooms give you another popular food to help consume more vitamin D in your diet. Vitamin D is best known for keeping your bones and teeth healthy but it may help protect against some cancers and type 1 diabetes. But that’s not all.

Listen to this week’s Breaking Down Nutrition podcast, for more mushroom benefits.

Try the recipe for Scallops a la Spoodles which includes a our favorite fungi or this recipe for a Magic Mushroom Burger that Regina developed.

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PODCAST. Did you know that gluten might hide in chocolate bars, imitation seafood and herbal teas? Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Mitchell, registered dietitian nutritionist and I’m Breaking Down Nutrition with Your Digest for What Works, What Doesn’t. Do you follow a gluten-free diet…then don’t miss these surprising places that it hides.

To make the gluten free diet work for you, particularly if you have celiac disease, it’s important to know the ins and outs… where it hides in products you might not think about. Remember that gluten’s found in wheat, rye and barley. Since ancient grains have seen a surge in popularity, common ones like spelt, kamut and faro are also included on this avoid list.

Listen to this week’s Breaking Down Nutrition podcast, Where Gluten Hides, above.

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PODCAST. Did you know that gluten might hide in chocolate bars, imitation seafood and herbal teas? Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Mitchell, registered dietitian nutritionist and I’m Breaking Down Nutrition with Your Digest for What Works, What Doesn’t. Do you follow a gluten-free diet…then don’t miss these surprising places that it hides.

To make the gluten free diet work for you, particularly if you have celiac disease, it’s important to know the ins and outs… where it hides in products you might not think about. Remember that gluten’s found in wheat, rye and barley. Since ancient grains have seen a surge in popularity, common ones like spelt, kamut and faro are also included on this avoid list.

Listen to this week’s Breaking Down Nutrition podcast, Where Gluten Hides, above.

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Butter, coffee and oil. Is this the weight loss trifecta? Does the bulletproof diet work or is it full of bullet holes?Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Mitchell, registered dietitian nutritionist and I’m Breaking Down Nutrition with Your Digest for What Works, What Doesn’t.

I love my cup of coffee but I don’t want a hunk of butter and oil added to it in the name of weight loss. According to the bulletproof diet, it’s your fault that you’re drained, irritable and overweight. If you’d just overhaul your diet and eliminate ‘toxic foods’, you’d supposedly reach a bulletproof state of high performance.

Listen to this week’s Breaking Down Nutrition podcast above to find out how many calories are in a cup of bulletproof coffee and if the butter in it can help you lose weight.

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Butter, coffee and oil. Is this the weight loss trifecta? Does the bulletproof diet work or is it full of bullet holes?Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Mitchell, registered dietitian nutritionist and I’m Breaking Down Nutrition with Your Digest for What Works, What Doesn’t.

I love my cup of coffee but I don’t want a hunk of butter and oil added to it in the name of weight loss. According to the bulletproof diet, it’s your fault that you’re drained, irritable and overweight. If you’d just overhaul your diet and eliminate ‘toxic foods’, you’d supposedly reach a bulletproof state of high performance.

Listen to this week’s Breaking Down Nutrition podcast above to find out how many calories are in a cup of bulletproof coffee and if the butter in it can help you lose weight.

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You know that brain fog your experiencing with menopause? You’re not nuts…it’s real. Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Mitchell, registered dietitian nutritionist and I’m Breaking Down Nutrition with Your Digest for What Works, What Doesn’t.

Menopause. Just the word makes you think about fatigue, hot flashes, an ever-expanding waistline and brain fog. According to a study in the journal Menopause, some changes in the brain do occur, particularly the ability to focus on a challenging task. Women who reported brain fog were also likely to share symptoms of anxiety, depression and sleep issues.

Listen to this week’s Breaking Down Nutrition podcast above for 5 foods to boost menopausal memory.

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You know that brain fog your experiencing with menopause? You’re not nuts…it’s real. Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Mitchell, registered dietitian nutritionist and I’m Breaking Down Nutrition with Your Digest for What Works, What Doesn’t.

Menopause. Just the word makes you think about fatigue, hot flashes, an ever-expanding waistline and brain fog. According to a study in the journal Menopause, some changes in the brain do occur, particularly the ability to focus on a challenging task. Women who reported brain fog were also likely to share symptoms of anxiety, depression and sleep issues.

Listen to this week’s Breaking Down Nutrition podcast above for 5 foods to boost menopausal memory.

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