Eat This, Not That!

Eggs - They seem simple enough, right? Scrambled, hard-boiled, omelette, they are an easy-to-prepare, solid source of protein almost anytime of day. But are they good for you? And if they are, are you paying more than you need to for eggs that are “cage-free”, “free-range”, or fortified with Omega-3s, or is it  all just health marketing hype?

In this episode, Jon discusses the latest study that might have you reconsidering how many eggs you eat these days, and also uncovers some of the most surprising things you need to know about eggs before you stock them in your fridge. (Hint: Brown eggs, while more expensive, are no more nutritious than white eggs)

The Instant Pot is an amazing tool. What other kitchen appliance lets you saute your veggies perfectly, make yogurt, and cook fluffy pasta in the comfort of your kitchen with hardly any effort? But with every fun new tool comes a bit of a learning curve, so in this episode Jon and Megan discuss easy Instant Pot tips that can help you avoid some of the most common mishaps.

Soda - For many of us it is a staple of our daily diet that rooted itself in childhood, but today, we are becoming more aware of the ways our daily soda habit might be negatively impacting our health, waistline and fitness goals.  If you have contemplated how to dial back - or completely kick - your soda habit then this episode is for you!

Jon and Megan dive into some of the great alternatives hitting the shelves today that can provide a truly viable alternative to soda. From sweet and sparkling waters to carbonated cold-brews that provide a caffeinated kick, this list has something for everybody.

Bread - It’s one of the staples of the American diet, but lately it feels more like Public Enemy Number 1. Is it all just a bad rap though? Is bread really that bad for you, the thing that’s holding you back from your weight loss goals?

Turns out, Bread is not really the food villain is has been made out to be — especially if you know how to eat it! In this episode, Jon and Megan get granular on all of the ways you can still enjoy bread - guilt free!!

Are you ready to go old school? In this episode, Jon and Megan o really old school as they continue their Diet Decoded series by throwing it way back to Paleolithic times and breaking down the Paleo Diet.

They are joined by health writer Beth Lipton (@cookiepie0402), who wrote about her own shift to a paleo lifestyle on EatThis.com. Jon and Megan break down what most of us think the Paleo diet is all about (meat, meat….more meat), and, with Beth’s help and insights, uncover that the Paleo diet is actually far more manageable, flexible, and balanced that we thought. Is it for you? Listen to Diet Decoded: The Paleo Diet and see for yourself.

In Part 2 of our inspiring discussion with celebrity chef Seamus Mullen about how he saved his life by dramatically changing his diet, we dive deeper into the lessons he details in his latest book, Real Food Heals, and how you can start on your own journey by making small, significant changes that will have a dramatic impact on your health and longevity.

Imagine that you spent your entire life dedicated to food, and that your love for food has led you to training with culinary experts in Spain, opening NYC restaurants, TV shows, and culinary awards. Now, imagine that the very thing you’ve dedicated your life to—and define yourself by—nearly killed you.

Seamus Mullen doesn’t have to imagine this story, it’s his truth. His is an incredible story of how food can both fuel disease and illness and serve as the body’s salvation by feeding health and vitality...how food can push you to the brink, then bring you back from the edge—for Seamus, back to life.

This is more than about Seamus’ amazing journey, detailed in his new cook book Real Food Heals, and how it has changed his relationship with food. It is an important message for anyone who thinks they need to be healthier, happier, and better. This special two-part episode with Seamus will inspire you to change how you think about food and how that shift can have an extraordinary impact on how you look, feel, and live.

They are plastered on products in almost every aisle of the supermarket: Organic, GMO-free, antioxidants, multigrain, gluten-free, no high fructose corn syrup, and more. Sure, they sound healthy, but what do they really mean? Are they an indication that you are holding a superfood that is key to improving your health and worth your hard-earned money? Or, are they just marketing efforts to impart a “health halo” around an otherwise normal product?

In this episode, Jon and Megan help you to understand which terms will be the best guidelines for improving your health by uncovering the facts and definitions of some of today's most common food buzzwords.

It happens every year, a rush of new diets, pr refreshes of older ones, flood book shelves, facebook feeds, and boring TV shows all claiming to be the your answer to nailing your weight loss goals or improving your health this year.

How can you cut through all the hype and see which one is actually worth your time and money? IN this episode, Jon and Megan introduce a new series looking to provide deeper insights in some of today’s latest diet trends to cut through the hype so you can make an informed decision and get started on nailing that New Year’s resolution.

There’s no denying that the ketogenic diet (keto for short) is the hottest new nutrition trend. And although it’s still controversial among dietitians, doctors, and other nutrition experts, there is some scientific research to back it up. In this first Diet Decoded, Jon and Magen break down the Pros and Cons of this hot diet trend and, if it’s for you, provide your quick start guide to “going Keto."

Dieting is hard, but eating is easy. Right? That means the easiest way to drop pounds and slim down this year is to do exactly what you’re already doing: eat! Just make sure you’re getting in the right foods. 

In this episode, Jon and Megan uncover which nutrient-rich foods deserve a place in your diet daily and how to sneak them into your meals.

What’s great about these foods is that they aren’t strange new foods you haven’t heard of before -- they are all common superfoods that you may have in your home already.