Lettuce Explain

IN THE NEWS: Resistance exercise training (RET), such as weightlifting and strength training, is associated with a significant reduction in depressive symptoms. Also, exercise changes the brains and sperm of male animals in ways that later affect the brains and thinking skills of their offspring.

MAIN: Healthy Eating on a Budget. We all struggle with balancing health and our check books. How can we eat healthy meals and snacks throughout the week without breaking the bank? We discuss several ideas that can help with this.

TRIVIA: Why do some people love cilantro while others think it tastes like soap?

LISTENER QUESTION: I have been diagnosed with acid reflux, what are some tips to help control the symptoms?

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IN THE NEWS: A new study links sitting too much with memory problems in middle-age and older adults. Also, should babies and kids take probiotics?

MAIN: The Wheat Belly diet. This diet is based on the book Wheat Belly written by William Davis, MD. We discuss some of the pros and cons of this diet and whether it works or not.

TRIVIA: What is Oklahoma's state vegetable?

LISTENER QUESTION: What is the Glycemic Index?

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IN THE NEWS: Unintended weight loss, is the second-highest predictor for some forms of cancer, according to an analysis of studies. Also, when someone ate the world's hottest pepper, he ended up in a lot of pain and went to the hospital with "Thunderclap Headaches."

MAIN: Nutrition, Exercise, and Bone Health. Bone health is a combination of many factors. We discuss many of these factors, including exercise, protein, calcium, vitamin D, Vitamin K, Magnesium, Potassium, Vitamin C, B Vitamins and Carotenoids.

TRIVIA: Why does your urine smell after eating asparagus?

LISTENER QUESTION: What type of protein powder should I put in my smoothie?

IN THE NEWS: A report showed 27.6% of Americans are physically inactive and 43% of inactive people said having someone to do an activity with would make them more likely to participate. Also, grilled or well-done beef, chicken or fish may raise the risk of developing high blood pressure among people who regularly eat those foods.

MAIN: Triglycerides Matter. What do you know about triglycerides? We discuss what triglycerides are, how they are measured, dangers of high levels and different treatment options.

TRIVIA: Is pineapple, based on its name, related to an apple or a pine cone?

LISTENER QUESTION: Is salad dressing bad for you?

IN THE NEWS: Ikea adds plant based hot-dog to menu and customer are pumped. Also, the latest in a series of lawsuits filed against kombucha brand Health-Ade challenging sugar and alcohol levels.

MAIN: The Mediterranean Diet. Rich in vegetables, fruits, legumes and fish, with little red meat, and with most fat being monounsaturated and coming from olive oil and nuts, the Mediterranean diet has been promoted as one of the healthiest ways to eat. It also encompasses a vibrant way of living — cooking at home, enjoying family meals and being active.

TRIVIA: What the heck is corn? Is it considered a grain or a vegetable.

LISTENER QUESTION: I have an allergy to MSG, what foods should I avoid?

IN THE NEWS: A new study finds that the key to weight loss is diet quality and not quantity. Also, Beyonce advocates a vegan diet to her 112 million Instagram followers. Is this for real?

MAIN: Do you love some of the unhealthiest foods? We discuss some extremely unhealthy foods and explain why. The extent of unhealthiness may surprise you.

TRIVIA: Which has more calories, a cup of strawberries or a cup of watermelon? LISTENER QUESTION: My son plays high school basketball, and many of his teammates drink energy drinks. Are they safe for teenagers?

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IN THE NEWS: Eating slower is tied to lower obesity risk, reduced BMI and waist circumferences in patients with Type 2 Diabetes. Also, researchers calculate that standing instead of sitting for six hours would use an extra 54 calories a day.

MAIN: The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, adequate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet. The diet forces the body to burn fats for energy rather than carbohydrates and causes the body to release ketones into the bloodstream. Although in the short term the ketogenic diet may aid in weight loss, long-term adherence to this high-fat, low-carbohydrate plan may be detrimental to heart health and emotional well-being. We discuss the pros and cons of this trending diet.

TRIVIA: How many pounds of chocolate are purchased in the US during the week of Valentine's Day?

LISTENER QUESTION: Should I take MCT to help with weight loss?

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We interview Kathryn, author of the website-Family Food on the Table! She is a health and nutrition editor, wife, mother of two little kids, and devoted food and health nut. Kathryn says that you'll find lots of easy, healthy recipes to make cooking at home possible, even on the busiest of days. You'll be inspired to get in the kitchen and cook more.

In addition, we highlight some of her article/resources:

- The Top 5 Reasons to Cook at Home

-30 Easy Healthy Family Dinner Ideas

-30 Easy Self Care Ideas

-10 Fridge and Freezer Essentials for Home Cooking

-10 Pantry Essentials for Home Cooking

--Best Foods to Take to a New Mom

-Raising Healthy Eaters

-Healthy School Lunch Ideas 20+ Sandwich spreads

-Healthy Quick Kid Friendly Meal

-Casual Veggie Cookbook

Check out her site https://www.familyfoodonthetable.com/

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TRIVIA: Did you know that you are actually just 10% human?

IN THE NEWS: If you're allergic to eggs, you're all clear to get a flu shot this year, according to new guidelines. Also, Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop website recommends a $135 coffee enema and it's a really bad idea.

MAIN: New high blood pressure guidelines which lower the definition of high blood pressure. High blood pressure should be treated earlier with lifestyle changes and in some patients with medication – at 130/80 mm Hg rather than 140/90mm Hg. You can lower your blood pressure with the following lifestyle changes:

1. Losing weight (if you are overweight or obese)
2. Quitting smoking
3. Eating a healthy diet, including the DASH diet (refer to episode 004 for for details about the DASH diet)
4. Reducing Sodium
5. Regular Exercise
6. Limiting Alcohol
7. Monitoring Caffeine
8. Reducing your STRESS!!

LISTENER QUESTION:

Is it better for my overall health to get eight hours of sleep per night during the week but not have time to exercise, or to get six and a half to seven hours of sleep per night and fit in a morning workout?

Trivia: How many calories and grams of fiber are in 1 medium avocado?

Main: In the News Compilation Part 3.

• Can eating fish make kids smarter? Kids who ate fish at least once a week had intelligence quotients, or IQs, that were nearly 5 points higher than the IQs for kids who ate less fish or none at all, the study found.
• 'Raw water' is the latest health craze. Here's why drinking it may be a bad idea.
• Is it better to cook with coconut oil or olive oil?
• Exercise alters our microbiome. Is that one reason it's so good for us?

Listener question: I've heard that drinking bovine colostrom will improve performance and prevent me from getting sick. Is this something I should try?