Wonder Why

Have you been feeling more tired than usual, and noticing it slowly getting worse over time?

We dive into the common culprits behind energy drain, from the sneaky sugar crash after a high-carb lunch to the underestimated impact of dehydration.

On today’s episode of Wonder Why we bring on Gabriela "Gabby" Puche. Gabby is a holistic and integrative dietitian living in Tulsa, OK working virtually for a corporate wellness company "HUSK.” 

She does virtual 1:1 counseling and group presentations to various populations (especially those seeking weight loss). Gabby is certified in Mindfulness by the Dallas Yoga Center and is currently completing Yoga Teacher Training.

For more episodes and information, visit us at https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/wonder-why-podcast

About The DHA:

We advocate for dietitians to have a greater role in the healthcare system, as well as for the importance of nutritional therapy in preventing and treating chronic diseases. We are committed to reducing healthcare costs by promoting the value of preventative interventions and empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Learn more @ https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/

You eat, and sometimes it’s a big portion, sometimes it’s a medium sized portion, and sometimes it’s not much food. The question always is are you eating enough or are you eating too much?

In this episode, we unravel the feeling of too much after meals with Paula Strum. Paula is a registered dietitian, functional medical nutritionist, certified gastrointestinal nutritionist, and master level neurolinguistic coach where she supports countless people through their gut and autoimmune journeys. 

She believes health is more than just the food we eat, it’s everything that we ingest...through our lungs, skin, brain, and gut. That can include food, information, toxins, and other people’s energy. Ultimately, her quest is to offer her clients personalized, compassionate care along with the latest in nutrition and lifestyle science to support all areas of their health.

For more episodes and information, visit us at https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/wonder-why-podcast

About The DHA:

We advocate for dietitians to have a greater role in the healthcare system, as well as for the importance of nutritional therapy in preventing and treating chronic diseases. We are committed to reducing healthcare costs by promoting the value of preventative interventions and empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Learn more @ https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/

If you are thinking about bariatric surgery, tune in. We focus not on the decision to undergo the procedure, but on the critical period that follows.

We'll explore the key signs and symptoms to watch for, indicating when things might not be going as expected after your bariatric. It's crucial information for anyone navigating the recovery process, ensuring you know when to seek further advice and care.

To guide us through this nuanced journey we bring on Katie Chapmon.

Katie is an award-winning registered dietitian nutritionist specializing in bariatric nutrition and weight management, GI issues, and hormonal health. She has more than 14 years of hands-on clinical experience with leading medical providers and individual clients. 

Katie is based in Los Angeles and maintains a virtual private practice that caters to clients across the country.

For more episodes and information, visit us at https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/wonder-why-podcast

About The DHA:

We advocate for dietitians to have a greater role in the healthcare system, as well as for the importance of nutritional therapy in preventing and treating chronic diseases. We are committed to reducing healthcare costs by promoting the value of preventative interventions and empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Learn more @ https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/

Do you find yourself after dinner snacking at night? Should you not be? Well, it depends. 

"Too much" really varies greatly from person to person. Navigating this nuanced landscape of dietary needs and emotional eating, really requires help.

On today’s episode of Wonder Why, we bring on Olivia Napoleon. Olivia is a weight inclusive, Healthy At Every Size, intuitive eating dietitian specializing in eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image. 

She is passionate about creating an empowering space for individuals to heal their relationship with food, as well as promoting awareness around the negative effects of dieting. 

During the Pandemic, she took the opportunity to open a virtual private practice called Nourish & Liv where she continues to support clients and guide them towards a more peaceful space with food and their body image.

For more episodes and information, visit us at https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/wonder-why-podcast

About The DHA:

We advocate for dietitians to have a greater role in the healthcare system, as well as for the importance of nutritional therapy in preventing and treating chronic diseases. We are committed to reducing healthcare costs by promoting the value of preventative interventions and empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Learn more @ https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/

Women facing weight gain, facial hair growth, and acne can be really hard to process. There has to be an answer to it. 

Your doctor has probably prescribed you birth control pills to manage your hormones. That may not be the best option…

On today’s episode of Wonder Why we bring on Carlyn Rosenblum. Carlyn is a registered dietitian that helps women. She believes many women today feel out of sync with their bodies—especially when it comes to fertility. 

Carlyn works to help you uncover the hidden obstacles keeping you from feeling your best and teaches you how to listen and honor your body by focusing on what healthy means to you. Carlyn is a registered dietitian, with a Master’s Degree in Nutrition. 

Carlyn dedicates her work to supporting women during the preconception, prenatal and postpartum periods, which can often be a confusing and complicated time for nutrition. Carlyn takes a science-based, personalized approach to health. She believes that everyone is different, and nutrition should also take into account those differences.

For more episodes and information, visit us at https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/wonder-why-podcast

About The DHA:

We advocate for dietitians to have a greater role in the healthcare system, as well as for the importance of nutritional therapy in preventing and treating chronic diseases. We are committed to reducing healthcare costs by promoting the value of preventative interventions and empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Learn more @ https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/

Have you noticed changes in your urine? If you have noticed less urine than normal you’ll want to tune into this episode!

On today’s episode of Wonder Why we bring on Aubrey Salvador to talk Urine. Aubrey is a Registered Dietitian who possesses an unwavering passion and commitment to improving the lives of others through optimal nutrition. 

Aubrey has a comprehensive background in various facets of nutrition, with a special interest for renal nutrition. She earned her degree at New Mexico State University and completed her Dietetic Internship in Seattle, Washington, diligently crafting herself into the well-rounded Registered Dietitian she is today. She has spent her career working with patients with kidney disease in dialysis centers, a kidney transplant center and her own private practice.

For more episodes and information, visit us at https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/wonder-why-podcast

About The DHA:

We advocate for dietitians to have a greater role in the healthcare system, as well as for the importance of nutritional therapy in preventing and treating chronic diseases. We are committed to reducing healthcare costs by promoting the value of preventative interventions and empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Learn more @ https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/

Feeling drained? It’s because we are getting older right? Low energy can be all sorts of things…

Poor sleep, thyroid issues, dehydration, and even your breakfast habits contribute to your daily energy. We break down the essentials of macronutrients, we question the traditional Food Pyramid and discuss what an ideal plate should look like for optimal energy. 

On today’s episode of Wonder Why we bring on Jessica Gardner. Jessica is a seasoned Registered Dietitian and the visionary behind My Nutrition, LLC. With a commitment to helping others on their nutritional journey, she brings a wealth of expertise to her telehealth practice, offering personalized care in medical nutrition therapy, weight loss, and more. 

Jessica’s career is distinguished by her extensive experience in diverse areas such as pre-and post-bariatric surgery, renal nutrition, diabetes education, and intuitive eating. 

For more episodes and information, visit us at https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/wonder-why-podcast

About The DHA:

We advocate for dietitians to have a greater role in the healthcare system, as well as for the importance of nutritional therapy in preventing and treating chronic diseases. We are committed to reducing healthcare costs by promoting the value of preventative interventions and empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Learn more @ https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/

Our diet here in the US is high in processed foods, sugars, and unhealthy fats,  this can be a reason our stomach is always hurting.

This diet can cause a range of digestive issues, from minor discomforts to severe conditions.

On this episode of Wonder Why we bring on Danielle Gaffen. Danielle is a Registered Dietitian and founder of Eat Well Crohn’s Colitis, a virtual tele-nutrition practice in the United States. 

Danielle's mom needed two feet of her intestines removed and her husband has Crohn’s disease. Understanding the link between nutrition and gut disease prompted Danielle to obtain her master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, become a dietitian, and ultimately specialize in nutrition for people with GI conditions.

For more episodes and information, visit us at https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/wonder-why-podcast

About The DHA:

We advocate for dietitians to have a greater role in the healthcare system, as well as for the importance of nutritional therapy in preventing and treating chronic diseases. We are committed to reducing healthcare costs by promoting the value of preventative interventions and empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Learn more @ https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/

Headaches can be annoying, they seem to pop out of nowhere and always at the most inconvenient times. What’s our body trying to tell us? Research shows us it’s one of those body signals that can mean almost anything. This leads to an important question: How frequent is too frequent, and at what point should it become a cause for concern?

On today’s episode of Wonder Why we bring on registered dietitian Allie Redding. Allie is the owner of Grayce Nutrition and has a passion for helping people fit healthy lifestyles into busy schedules. Working in healthcare for many years, Allie understands that taking a proactive approach toward health can be life-changing. She loves teaching sustainable strategies that help people thrive in their health and weight loss journeys.

For more episodes and information, visit us at https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/wonder-why-podcast

About The DHA:

We advocate for dietitians to have a greater role in the healthcare system, as well as for the importance of nutritional therapy in preventing and treating chronic diseases. We are committed to reducing healthcare costs by promoting the value of preventative interventions and empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Learn more @ https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/

Poop is a taboo topic here in the US and it’s the topic that’s keeping us unhealthy. Our bowel movements are the most straightforward signal to tell us something isn’t right.

If you're not having a bowel movement at least once per day, there could be an underlying issue to address!

One day's episode of Wonder Why we bring on Emily Luxford. Emily is a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in nutritional science and certification in integrative and functional nutrition. 

She has worked in a variety of hospitals and clinics supporting a wide array of medical specialties. Emily established Luxford Nutrition in 2014 to improve nutrition awareness and help individuals struggling to manage their autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders and gut health.

For more episodes and information, visit us at https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/wonder-why-podcast

About The DHA:

We advocate for dietitians to have a greater role in the healthcare system, as well as for the importance of nutritional therapy in preventing and treating chronic diseases. We are committed to reducing healthcare costs by promoting the value of preventative interventions and empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Learn more @ https://www.dietitianshealthieramerica.org/