Nutrition For Mortals

The Blood Type Diet has been touted as a personalized approach to eating—claiming that your blood type determines the foods you should eat (or avoid) to optimize health, lose weight, and prevent disease. It’s a compelling idea, with books and websites promising individualized wellness based on nothing more than your ABO type. But how much of this is backed by science? And where did this idea even come from? Join us, two Registered Dietitians, as we explore the origin, popularity, and scientific evidence behind the Blood Type Diet—and explore whether your blood type should truly dictate your food choices. 

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Things we talked about and additional reading: 

• D'Adamo Website

• Evolution of Blood Type

• History of Blood Types

• Blood Type Diet Study #1

• Blood Type Diet Study #2

• Blood Type Diet Study #3

• Understanding Lectins

• Eat Right 4 Your Type

• One Man’s Food…Is Someone Else’s Poison

• D’Adamo Institute (aka Matt's parking spot)

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In nutrition, uncertainty isn’t just common—it’s expected. Science evolves, studies conflict, and context matters. But in the space between “we’re still learning” and “we know for sure,” there’s opportunity—and not always the good kind. Enter a formula that’s been used again and again: highlight the confusion, cast doubt on conventional advice, then sell a clear, confident solution. In this episode, we explore how the natural uncertainty in nutrition science is often weaponized—turning curiosity into fear, and questions into clicks, followers, and sales. So join us, two Registered Dietitians, as we dive into the world (and the formula!) of nutrition misinformation. 

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This episode was originally released 11/13/2024

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This episode was originally released 2/19/2025

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This episode was originally released 2/5/2025

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This episode was originally released 6/12/2024

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Synthetic food dyes have recently made headlines—again. From bold health assertions to whispers of an upcoming U.S. ban, these additives come with a lot of claims and a lot of controversy. But what does the research actually tell us about the health risks of consuming food dyes? And where did these health claims actually originate? Join us, two Registered Dietitians, as we dive into the colorful history, controversial discourse and current science of synthetic food dyes.

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Things we talked about and additional reading: 

• How Vitamin A is Made

• Complete List of European Food Dyes

• 2012 Meta-Analysis 

• History of Aniline Purple

• 1988 Rat Study

• Butter Yellow Article

• European Re-Eval of Erythrosine

• Color Additives History

• RFKjr/Makary Press Conference

• CBS News Article (Food Industry Response)

• Why Your Child Is Hyperactive

• The Chemistry of Food Dyes

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