Nutrition For Mortals

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Nutrition For Mortals episodes

March 22, 2023"Dishing" About Serving Sizes
Serving sizes have been a central part of the nutrition label for years, but there continues to be a lot of confusion around how exactly serving sizes are determined and what the heck they actually mean. So join us, two Registered Dietitians, as we explain where serving sizes come from, why they’re not the ‘recommendations’ you may think they are, and what needs to change in the future.

Topics covered in this episode:
Why are we talking about serving sizes?

When did we first start seeing serving sizes on food products?

What is the intended purpose of serving sizes?

Wait, how does the government figure out these figures?

RACCs!

The joys of governmental data collection

The NHANES gauntlet

Issues with self-reported dietary intake

Lots of other problems with the data we are using

4 year olds!

“Statistics… not a fan” -Matt

Brian Regan weighs in on ice cream serving sizes

CAN! YOU! GUESS! THAT! SERVING SIZE?!

No, no we cannot

How could we change nutrition labels to make them more helpful and less harmful?

A great (see: boring) new acronym is introduced (ACNLB!)

Matt introduces a revolutionary new system that Jen can find no flaws in whatsoever

How much did the FDA drop the ball?

Jen reveals her parting snack of the week

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Contact us!
For feedback or to suggest a show topic email us at [email protected]
To contact our real, live nutrition practice visit us at https://www.oceansidenutrition.com
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**This podcast is for information purposes only, is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice, and does not constitute a patient-provider relationship**
35 min
March 08, 2023The Insane World of Food Sensitivity Tests
We’ve all seen the ads. The ones telling us that with one. simple. test. we can finally know exactly which foods are good for our bodies and which ones we should avoid. But is there sound science behind food sensitivity tests? And are they actually worth their exorbitant price tags? Join us, two Registered Dietitians, as we take a deep dive into the (highly) questionable world of food sensitivity tests.
Topics covered in this episode:
We took our own food sensitivity test for the pod!

The difference between food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances.. with some mild frustration about the lack of clear definitions

Reflecting on how huge the industry of food sensitivity/intolerance testing actually is

Different types of tests on the market

What is actually being tested with blood sample tests?

Is IgG-binding a valid way to assess food sensitivities?

We have a melancholy laugh about how ridiculous the answer is to the previous question

We describe the process of selecting and completing the hair analysis test we chose

Matt mails his arm hair across the country

Jen’s nutrition status is (insert high pitched alarm sound) not optimal

Jen is mad about whiskey, Matt about gin

We consider spending all our money on a supplement called Anti-Flame! (not really)

Wait, what did they do with our hair exactly?

No seriously, what did they do?!

Robot voice: quantum cellular biotechnology with 10,000 science papers

Matt nags the company until he gets answers and is pulled towards the dark side but does not succumb

Minds are blown and reggae music is played

We get serious again and talk about the problems with unvalidated and frankly kooky testing processes

We hear a clip from a doctor who offers absolutely no help whatsoever

We encourage symbolic burial ceremonies

Look out for the Nutrition For Mortals Food Sensitivity Test coming soon (jk jk)
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For feedback or to suggest a show topic email us at: [email protected]
To contact our real, live nutrition practice visit us at: http://www.oceansidenutrition.com
**This podcast is for information purposes only, is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice, and does not constitute a patient-provider relationship. **
41 min
February 22, 2023 WTF are: Adaptogens?
Welcome to the first episode in the WTF series! WTFisode? In this series we’ll define and explore common nutrition buzzwords and trends that are ubiquitous in the world of wellness. So join us, two registered dietitians, as we answer the question, WTF is an adaptogen anyway?
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Contact us!
For feedback or to suggest a show topic email us at: [email protected]
To contact our real, live nutrition practice visit us at: http://www.oceansidenutrition.com
This podcast is for information purposes only, is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice, and does not constitute a patient-provider relationship.
38 min
February 08, 2023 "Weighing in" on Bathroom Scales
For many people, the bathroom scale can feel like so much more than just a measuring device. It can bring up challenging feelings, negative emotions and directly impact food choices over the course of the day. So join us, two registered dietitians, as we explore the history of the bathroom scale, discuss Taylor Swift’s choice to include the bathroom scale in her recent music video, and ultimately try to answer the question: Is a bathroom scale helpful or harmful?
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Contact us!
For feedback or to suggest a show topic email us at: [email protected]
To contact our real, live nutrition practice visit us at: https://www.oceansidenutrition.com
**This podcast is for information purposes only, is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice and does not constitute a patient-provider relationship. **
Links to stuff we talked about in this episode:
Fat History by Peter Sterns: https://www.amazon.com/Fat-History-Bodies-Beauty-Modern/dp/0814798241
Taylor Swift discussing Anti-Hero:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2t1cvSdgDA
**This podcast is for information purposes only, is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice, and does not constitute a patient-provider relationship. **
47 min
January 25, 2023 Are There Actually Good and Bad Foods?
Many of us tend to automatically label foods as “good” or “bad,” but are these labels helpful or harmful? And does nutrition science even provide us with enough information to call an entire group of foods “bad?” Join us, two registered dietitians, as we discuss how food categorization can impact how we feel about and relate to food.
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Links to stuff we talked about in this episode:
1970s Cream Cake Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voPzNTO9uJE&t=13s
Contact us!
For feedback or to suggest a show topic email us at: [email protected]
To contact our real, live nutrition practice visit us at: https://www.oceansidenutrition.com
**This podcast is for information purposes only, is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice, and does not constitute a patient-provider relationship. **
43 min
January 18, 2023 Intro!
We are two registered dietitians and friends who believe that life is too short to spend your time and attention worrying about your food choices. In this quick intro episode, we’ll introduce ourselves and give you an idea of just what this podcast is all about. We’ll also discuss some upcoming show topics that we’re super excited about!
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Contact us!
For feedback or to suggest a show topic email us at: [email protected]
To contact our real, live nutrition practice visit us at: oceansidenutrition.com
3 min

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