Real World Nutrition

Ever wonder about those dates on food packages such as Sell-By, Use-By, and Best-By? They are not terms representing safety or even food expiration. And what about leftovers - how long are they good for? 

In today’s episode, I go over what these dates mean and when to toss prepared foods to reduce your risk of foodborne illness. 

Learn more about when it is safe to Eat, Keep, or Toss: https://www.shelleyrael.com/blog/eat-keep-toss

Find the USDA Food Keeper App: https://www.foodsafety.gov/keep-food-safe/foodkeeper-app

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What is meant by alcohol in “moderation”? Alcohol in moderation is one of the few things precisely defined. But, unfortunately, moderation is one of those words with some ambiguity to it. It means something different depending on the subject, person, and pre-existing habits.

 

In today’s episode, I go over what moderation means, the guidelines for alcohol consumption, and what is “one-drink”? 

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Many people talk about organic food and choose this because it is healthier. But is this really the case? I speak the truth, as always, in today’s episode. 

 

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Moving from Mindless to Mindful Eating

Have you heard these terms: mindless eating and mindful eating? Even if you knew of these terms, you might not know the meanings or the absolute difference.

In today’s episode, I cover the differences, the consequences, and what we can do to move from mindless to more mindful eating. 

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Here in the U.S., Thanksgiving is this coming week. While traditions vary by family and region, I cover everyday things I have observed over the years and FIVE tips to help you make good choices.

Enjoy - and don’t deprive yourself. Happy Thanksgiving. 

 

Read more: 

Sweet Potatoes: Yes, or No? And they aren’t YAMS

Big Bad Potatoes​​

The Truth About Tryptophan

Holiday Dinner Guests and Diet Restrictions 

Cranberries - Good for You Year-Round 

 

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With the surge of milk alternatives in the grocery store's refrigerator section, which is the best? Are they all nutritionally equal? Many people are surprised to learn what is NOT in their favorite dairy alternative and how many other ingredients are in there. Take a listen, and then look at what is in your fridge. 

Read more: So Many Milks - Are They Healthy? 

 

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Episode 5: Water and Fluids - How Much Do You Need? 

People will always ask me for the formula to calculate their water intake.

Or, they tell me they drink a gallon or more of water every day? Is this necessary? 

In today’s episode, I cover what counts, how much you need, and how to personalize it. 

Read more: What Counts as Water?

 

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You hear it all the time and you may even say it: “I am eating low carb”, “I cut carbs”, or “I don’t eat carbs.”

But can you really avoid carbs? Should you? 

 

Episode 4: Should You Avoid Carbs? Can You? 

You hear it all the time, and you may even say it: “I am eating low carb”, “I cut carbs”, or “I don’t eat carbs.”

But can you really avoid carbs? Should you? 

Carbohydrates are not a food group but a nutrient essential for human health, and it is in many more foods than people realize. 

Learn the truth about whether carbs “make you fat” and more in today’s episode. 

Listen: Real World Nutrition Podcast Episode 2 Food Groups vs. Nutrients.

Read More: Food Groups vs. Nutrients.

 

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Episode 3: Fresh, Frozen, or Canned

Sometimes you will hear that “fresh is best,” referring to fruits and vegetables.

But is this true? Aren’t canned foods processed? And frozen foods have fewer nutrients, right?  

When I tell people to eat more fruits and vegetables, I encourage various colors, whether fresh, frozen, or canned. 

Read More: Is Fresh the Best?

 

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While people often use some of the information interchangeably, these are two different things.

Nutrients are what our body needs to survive, and food groups are general classifications of foods. So carbohydrates are a nutrient and not a food group. 

In this episode, I go into the details and distinction of what nutrients and what are food groups. And which nutrients are found in which food groups. 

 

Read more: Food Groups vs. Nutrients.

 

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