Today's Nutrition

Today's Nutrition

By Deb Ford DCN, RDN, CCNAlternative Health
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Today's Nutrition episodes

  • Magnesium Matters

    Today, we’re diving into magnesium — one of my all-time favorite minerals.
    In fact, I call it the master mineral because it’s involved in over 300 enzymatic processes in the body. That’s everything from muscle relaxation and nerve transmission to blood sugar regulation, energy production, and detoxification.

    And yet — most people are deficient.

    Not because we aren’t eating enough magnesium-rich foods like leafy greens, nuts, seeds, and legumes, but also because our soils are depleted, our stress levels are high, and many of us take medications that deplete magnesium even further — like proton pump inhibitors, diuretics, and birth control pills.

    But here’s the kicker.
    Even when people do take magnesium supplements, they often don’t feel better — because they’re taking the wrong kind.

    Magnesium Matters
    19 min
  • Electrolytes- Your body's power grid

    Electrolytes. They aren’t just something in your sports drink or electrolyte packet. Electrolytes are literally the electric current of life. They’re minerals that carry an electric charge and allow your body to do what it needs to do—minute by minute, cell by cell.

    Today, I’ll share the top biological functions of electrolytes—and why understanding these could be a total game changer for your energy, your brain, your hydration, and your health.

    Let’s jump in

    Electrolytes-Your Cell's Electric Grid
    19 min
  • Summer MYHA Free 10 Day Challenge

    How’s 2025 treating your health so far?
    Do you feel vibrant, clear, energetic... or are you dragging through the days with joint stiffness, sugar cravings, stubborn belly weight, or brain fog you just can’t shake?

    Now, if you’re anything like most of the folks I work with, the first half of the year may have gotten away from you. Life happens. But here’s the truth: you still have six full months to reset your trajectory—and I want to personally invite you to do something radical… simple, but radical.

    It’s called the MYHA 10-Day Detox Challenge, and we’re kicking it off again on July 21st as part of our mid-year metabolic reboot.

    Free MYHA Challenge July 21
    19 min
  • Prostate Cancer Prevention -40 year old men- listen up

    Today we’re talking about prostate cancer prevention….Now before your eyes glaze over or you assume this is just for someone older or someone else, let me assure you: this is something every man over 40 should know — and every man under 40 should be aware of so you can build resilient habits.

    Because-  The good news? You have more control than you might think.

    Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men in the United States. Much the same as the risk women have for breast cancer. But while some factors like age and genetics can’t be changed, many of the biggest risks for prostate cancer are lifestyle-related. And the genetics can be turned off.

    So today, I’m giving you 6 natural, science-backed, and do-able strategies that can help reduce your risk and improve your overall health.

    These aren’t gimmicks. These are things I teach in my practice. And these strategies will support not just your prostate, but your energy, mood, metabolism, and long-term vitality

    Prostate Cancer Prevention
    18 min
  • Men- Don't Be A Heart Breaker

    Let’s start with some sobering truth:

    • Heart disease is still the #1 killer of men in the U.S.

    • One of the biggest risk factors is high blood pressure and 1 in 3 men has high blood pressure — most often without symptoms

    • Many heart attacks happen with no warning at all

    And here's the kicker: for many men, the earliest signs of cardiovascular dysfunction aren’t even in the chest.

    They’re in the:

    • Bedroom ( ED or snoring)

    • Silent- (high blood pressure readings)

    • Waistline (belly fat creeping up) Belly fat – Visceral fat around the midsection is hormonally active and dangerous

    • Poor sleep Snoring or sleep apnea – Causes oxygen drops and increases heart stress

    Men- Don't Be A Heart Breaker
    20 min
  • Men's Mental Edge- Getting It Back!

    Now, I want to speak directly to the guys today — and to the women who care about them — because these conversations are long overdue. Let me ask you something:
    Are you feeling tired, unmotivated, maybe a little moody or foggy-headed? Like you’ve lost your edge — that mental sharpness, your energy, or that inner drive you used to count on?

    If that sounds familiar, I want you to know this:

    👉 You’re not lazy.
    👉 You’re not crazy.
    👉 You’re not broken.

    Your brain and your body are just low on fuel.
    And today we’re going to talk about how to get it back.If you’ve been feeling tired, mentally foggy, or just not like yourself lately — especially you men over 40 — this episode is for you.

    Men's Mental Edge
    16 min
  • Men's Midlife Metabolic Wake Up

    Today, we’re talking to the men out there — and the women who love them — about a topic that’s not getting enough airtime:

    👉 The Midlife Metabolic Wake-Up Call for Men.You might be feeling a little sluggish these days. Maybe the belly’s a bit rounder than it used to be. Energy’s lower, motivation feels missing, and your doctor might have mentioned things like prediabetes, low testosterone, or high blood pressure. But here's the truth: You’re not falling apart — your body’s just calling for an upgrade.  You deserve better. Let’s dive into what’s happening, why it’s happening, and — most importantly — how to flip the switch and turn your health back on.

    Men's Midlife Metabolic Wake Up
    18 min
  • Men's Midlife Metabolic Wake Up Call

    👉 The Midlife Metabolic Wake-Up Call for Men

    You might be feeling a little sluggish these days. Maybe the belly’s a bit rounder than it used to be. Energy’s lower, motivation feels missing, and your doctor might have mentioned things like prediabetes, low testosterone, or high blood pressure. But here's the truth: You’re not falling apart — your body’s just calling for an upgrade.  You deserve better. Let’s dive into what’s happening, why it’s happening, and — most importantly — how to flip the switch and turn your health back on

    Men's Midlife Metabolic Wake Up
    18 min
  • Bones and Stomach Acid? Yep!

    Your bones. Now, before you think, ah this doesn’t apply to me- “That’s just for older people, I don’t need to worry about that yet...”
    Stick with me. Because what I’m about to share might completely change the way you think about your energy, your posture, your metabolism — and yes, even your gut health.  ...and I’m going to show you why bone health is about so much more than just calcium — and why it’s never too early (or too late) to strengthen your foundation. You can get better reports on that next DEXA Scan- without those injections that could be loaded with side effects.

    Today's Nutrition 6-1-25 bones
    18 min
  • 3 "S's" To THRIVE

    Today we’re diving into something I call the Triple “S” Formula — three things that are often overlooked in women’s health, but absolutely foundational for thriving:

    ✨ Stress. Sleep. Self-care.

    If you feel:

    • Exhausted but can’t rest

    • Stuck in survival mode

    • Struggling with mood swings, weight gain, or hormone chaos

    ...I want you to know this: It’s not your fault. And you’re not alone.

    You’ve probably been taught to “push through,” to keep going, to take care of everyone else first.
    But today, I want to flip that script.

    3 "S's" TO THRIVE
    19 min

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Deb Ford discusses today's current health and nutrition topics