The idea of burning fat by eating more is enticing for many, which can be why keto diets have continued to rise in popularity over the last few years. In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN speaks with Dr. Jacob Mey, a registered dietitian with a PhD in Kinesiology, Nutrition and Rehabilitation Sciences, to discuss the many myths surrounding the ketogenic diet. Tune in as they clarify the origins of the keto diet, debunk common misconceptions, and dive into the potential risks and benefits of attempting this trending diet. Plus, learn sustainable tips from Dr. Mey toward successfully adopting (or continuing to follow) the ketogenic diet.

Jacob Mey, PhD, RD is a Registered Dietitian who earned his PhD in Kinesiology, Nutrition and Rehabilitation Sciences from the University of Illinois, at Chicago. He is currently an Associate Professor at Pennington Biomedical Research Center, where his clinical research interests include skeletal muscle metabolism, ketogenesis and clinical malnutrition. In addition to his full-time commitment to research, Dr. Mey actively volunteers for Academy dietetic practice groups and is passionate about elevating the dietetic profession.

For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/2/episode/10.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.

What if diet was a routinely checked vital sign – alongside conventional measurements such as temperature, heart rate and blood pressure? Join host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN for an enlightening conversation with Dr. David L. Katz, globally recognized specialist in preventative and lifestyle medicine, to kick off the first episode of Season 2. Listen for his thoughts about personalized nutrition, the connection between diet and environmental health, and how his latest venture, the evidence-based digital dietary assessment tool, Diet ID, offers a solution toward measuring and managing diets to help make diet a vital sign.

Dr. Katz is a globally recognized specialist in preventive medicine and lifestyle medicine, with expertise in nutrition. A highly respected author and recipient of numerous awards for teaching, writing, and contributions to public health, Dr. Katz has received three honorary doctorate degrees and is also a Fellow of the American College of Preventive Medicine, the American College of Physicians, and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. In addition to his work with Diet ID, he is the founder and former director of Yale University’s Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center, Past President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and President and Founder of the non-profit True Health Initiative.

For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/2/episode/9.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.

Can dietary changes improve your sleep quality and quantity? In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN discusses the connection between diet, sleep and health with Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge, Associate Professor of Nutritional Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Tune in to learn the key discoveries from her research on the connection between nutrition and sleep, including the impact of nutrient deficiencies on sleep quality and how sleep deprivation can influence food cravings. Be sure to also listen as Dr. St-Onge reveals the top tips she recommends everyone adopt for better zzz’s tonight.

Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge is a nutrition and sleep researcher with over two decades of experience. In addition to earning a Bachelor’s, Master’s and Ph.D. in Human Nutrition from McGill University, Dr. St-Onge completed a fellowship at Columbia University and went on to join the New York Obesity Nutrition Research Center and the Institute of Human Nutrition as a Post-Doctoral Fellow. In her current role as an Associate Professor of Nutritional Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, she conducts research related to foods and their influence on disease risk and continues to focus heavily on sleep and its association with obesity and cardiometabolic risk factors.

For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/1/episode/8.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.

Plant-based eating has grown exponentially in the past few years, and for good reason. In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN is joined by board-certified oncology dietitian, Alison Tierney, MS, RD, CD, CSO to discuss how plant-powered eating can help to manage and even prevent chronic disease. Listen in for clarity on the difference between plant-based and vegan diets, why plant-based eating doesn’t always equate to healthy eating, and what to expect when starting a plant-based diet. Plus, learn actionable tips toward successfully adopting a plant-forward approach to eating.

Alison Tierney, MS, RD, CD, CSO is a registered dietitian, certified specialist in oncology, and founding member of Orgain’s Nutrition Advisory Board. Alison has a B.A. from the University of St. Thomas and went on to earn a B.S. and M.S. in Dietetics from Mount Mary University. She is the founder of Wholesome LLC, a private nutrition practice focused on preventing, managing and even in some cases reversing chronic disease with recommendations strongly rooted in science-based nutrition, and is also a sought-after speaker and presenter.

For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/1/episode/7.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.

How can we improve our athletic performance with food? In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN is joined by Scott Sehnert, MS, RD, CSCS, CSSD, a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics and Director of Sports Performance for the Dallas Cowboys, to discuss the importance of nutrition for athletes. Tune in to learn about the best foods to eat pre- and post-workout, why carbohydrates are crucial for training and performance and the science-backed benefits of collagen supplementation for athletes.

Scott Sehnert, MS, RD, CSCS, CSSD is a registered dietitian, board-certified specialist in sports dietetics and certified strength and conditioning specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association and founding member of Orgain’s Nutrition Advisory Board. He earned his B.S. in Dietetics from Ball State University, M.S. in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Kentucky and an M.S. in Kinesiology from Michigan State University. Scott has served as a board member for the Collegiate & Professional Sports Dietitians Association and was the sports dietitian at Auburn University. In 2016, Scott took on the role of Director of Sports Performance for the Dallas Cowboys and continues to lead this position.

For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/1/episode/6.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.

You may have heard the term “intuitive eating” on social media in recent years, but don’t mistake it for another fad diet. In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN speaks with registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor Cara Harbstreet, MS, RD, LD to dismantle diet culture, bring clarity to the concept of intuitive eating and debunk myths about the Health At Every Size approach. Listen in as Cara shares ways to equip individuals with healthy and sustainable nutrition habits, along with how to recognize diet culture at work in order to get support and fight back, when needed.

Cara Harbstreet, MS, RD, LD is a registered dietitian, nationally recognized food and nutrition expert, and certified intuitive eating counselor based in Kansas City. She earned a B.S. in Dietetics and Nutrition from Southeast Missouri State University, and M.S. in Dietetics and Nutrition from The University of Kansas Medical Center, where she also did a dietetic internship. She is the founder of Street Smart Nutrition, a private practice where she specializes in sports nutrition and intuitive eating. Cara is a published author of two cookbooks and the workbook Healthy Eating for Life: An Intuitive Eating Workbook to Stop Dieting Forever.

For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/1/episode/5.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.

Can you be addicted to sugar? In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, is joined by acclaimed research neuroscientist, sought-after speaker and pioneer in the field of food addiction, Nicole Avena, PhD, to discuss the science of sugar addiction – a topic hotly debated among healthcare professionals. Tune in to hear Dr. Avena share about the key findings from her groundbreaking research, the process of establishing criteria for a true sugar addiction and the importance of not going “cold turkey” when reducing added sugars in one’s diet.

Dr. Nicole Avena is a highly acclaimed research neuroscientist, published author, sought-after speaker, and nutrition and diet expert whose seminal research jump-started the exploration into food addiction. She earned her Ph.D. in Neuroscience and Psychology from Princeton University and postdoctoral fellowship in molecular biology at The Rockefeller University. Dr. Avena has authored over 90 scholarly journal articles and several books and book chapters on topics related to nutrition, addiction, eating disorders and obesity. She is also an expert in diet during pregnancy and baby, toddler and childhood nutrition. Dr. Avena regularly appears on podcasts, radio and tv, including appearances on The Doctor Oz Show and The Doctors.

For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/1/episode/4.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.

Is intermittent fasting all hype or a powerful tool for health? In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, speaks with nationally-recognized nutrition and diabetes expert, best-selling author and Orgain Nutrition Advisory Board member Erin Palinski-Wade, RD, CDCES, CPT to dive deep into the number one diet trend of 2021. Tune in to get expert responses to burning questions on all aspects of intermittent fasting, including the potential benefits and the most effective intermittent fasting protocol.

Erin Palinski-Wade, RD, CDCES, CPT is a registered dietitian, certified personal trainer, certified diabetes educator and founding member of Orgain’s Nutrition Advisory Board. She graduated from Virginia Tech with a B.S. in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise and completed a dietetic internship with Saint Elizabeth University. As a valued authority in nutrition and diabetes, Erin is a sought-after speaker, bestselling author, and owner of her private nutrition practice in New Jersey. She is also a mom of three and shares her nutrition tips for busy moms on her blog Healthy Mom, Happy Family.

For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/1/episode/3.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.

Mealtime with children can seem like an inevitable uphill battle. In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, has an enlightening conversation with one of the nation’s premier childhood nutrition experts and member of the Orgain Nutrition Advisory Board, Jill Castle, MS, RDN. Learn strategies for keeping kids more engaged during meals, ways to manage picky eating and to slow the rush during family meals, and more expert tips from Jill to help you and your family enjoy mealtime together.

Jill Castle, MS, RDN is a registered dietitian and one of the nation’s premier childhood nutrition experts. She earned a B.S. in Nutrition from Indiana University, M.S. in Pediatric Nutrition, and completed a dietetic internship with MGH Institute of Health Professions. With over 30 years of experience, Jill is a sought-after speaker and media contributor and serves on the Board of Advisors for Parents Magazine. She is the creator of TheNourishedChild.com, a parent nutrition education website, and is the author of several books, including The Smart Mom's Guide series, and Eat Like a Champion, and has her own podcast.

For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/1/episode/2.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.

Welcome to The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast! We’re kicking things off with the CEO and Founder of Orgain, Andrew Abraham, MD, who dives into the role of nutrition in immunity and inflammation. Listen as he shares his raw and powerful story of his battle with cancer, which inspired him to become an integrative medicine specialist and founder of Orgain. He also shares his views on “clean nutrition” and food as medicine, as well as a sneak peek into the latest product innovations at Orgain.

Dr. Andrew Abraham is an integrative medicine physician and the CEO and founder of Orgain. While fighting an aggressive form of tissue cancer as a teenager, he began turning to nutrition as a first line of defense, blending shakes at home using only all-natural, food-based ingredients to replace the low-quality, conventional nutritional shakes given to him by his doctors. Years later, while seeing patients as a practicing physician, Dr. Abraham realized the quality of conventional nutritional shakes had barely improved since his diagnosis, which inspired him to found Orgain in 2009. In addition to leading Orgain, he supports several early-stage, high-growth food and beverage companies as an investor and advisor.

For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/1/episode/1.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.