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Nutrition Diva
QuickAndDirtyTips.com, Monica Reinagel
Every week, Monica Reinagel peels back the layers of nutrition news and research, answers listener questions, and helps you feel more confident about your food and nutrition choices.
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What colonoscopy prep does to your microbiome and how to bounce back
873. Colonoscopy prep flushes everything out of your large intestine, including the trillions of bacteria that make up your gut microbiome. So once it's over, is that a chance to rebuild your intestinal flora better than before? A listener named Fred wondered the same thing, and when he asked his gastroenterologist, the idea got pooh-poohed. In this episode, Monica digs into what colonoscopy prep actually does to your gut bacteria, how quickly a healthy microbiome bounces back, and whether that reshuffling opens a real window to influence which species take hold. She shares her common-sense approach to restoring gut flora afterward, from the fiber-rich foods that feed beneficial bacteria to the fermented foods linked with greater microbiome diversity, plus the two things worth easing off while your gut recovers. And she weighs in on whether probiotic supplements are worth your money or just wishful thinking. Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinagel. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Find Monica at wellnessworkshere.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wednesday · 10 min - ND
How to eat healthy when traveling
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July 25 · 8 min - ND
Sunscreen vs. vitamin D: Finding the right balance (Reissue)
787. How do we balance the need to protect our skin from UV rays with our body’s need for vitamin D? Mentioned in this episode: DMinder (iOS/Android) - http://dminder.ontometrics.com/ Vitamin D and UV Tracker (Android) - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.uv.vitamindtracker SunDay Vitamin D and UV Tracker (iOS) - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sunday-vitamin-d-uv-tracker/id1133953409 Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinagel. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Find Monica at wellnessworkshere.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 22 · 11 min - ND
What really works to clean fresh produce?
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July 18 · 11 min - ND
How worried should you be? Listener Mailbag
872. Social media is full of alarming food lists: staples a cancer survivor swore off, ingredients a nutritionist says to toss immediately. In this episode, Monica works through three listener questions that share a common thread -- microwave popcorn and PFAS, microplastics in chewing gum, and whether mold makes oatmeal a risk. She sorts the legitimate concerns from the inflated ones, and explains why cooking your oats for 10 minutes won't do what a viral claim promises. Related Episodes 480 - Can Xylitol prevent bone loss? 856 - Is coffee mold actually making you sick? Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinagel. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Find Monica at wellnessworkshere.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 15 · 13 min - ND
Can you eat your way off your cholesterol medication?
871. Your doctor says your LDL is too high and you'd rather change your diet than take a pill. The Portfolio Diet promises results that rival statin drugs -- but wait until you hear what it actually takes to follow it. Nutrition Diva breaks down the science, the evidence, and the real-world catch. References: Effects of a Dietary Portfolio of Cholesterol-Lowering Foods vs Lovastatin on Serum Lipids and C-Reactive Protein | Cardiology | JAMA | JAMA Network Assessment of the longer-term effects of a dietary portfolio of cholesterol-lowering foods in hypercholesterolemia - ScienceDirect Related Episodes: 560 - Fiber 2.0—Fiber's New Science of Health-Boosting Benefits 592 - Is Soy Healthy or Harmful? 260 - What Are Phytosterols? Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinegal. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Find Monica at wellnessworkshere.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 8 · 14 min - ND
Could a parasite cleanse be the solution for your brain fog?
870. Parasite cleanses are all over social media right now -- promising to explain your bloating, brain fog, and fatigue. But do they actually work? Monica digs into the science behind these trending protocols, what parasites really look like (spoiler: not what the influencers are showing you), and when you might actually need to worry. References: Effective Laboratory Diagnosis of Parasitic Infections of the Gastrointestinal Tract: Where, When, How, and What Should We Look For? - PMC Diagnosis of Parasitic Diseases | Parasites | CDC Ivermectin for preventing and treating COVID‐19 - PMC Can ivermectin be used to treat COVID-19? Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinagel. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Find Monica at wellnessworkshere.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 1 · 11 min - ND
Does Beano cancel the benefits of beans?
869. Beans are gut health gold -- but the same compounds that feed your microbiome are also what cause the gas. So when you take an enzyme supplement like Beano to tame the bloat, are you undermining the benefit? Monica has a more reassuring answer than you might expect. References: A randomized double‐blind placebo‐controlled crossover pilot study: Acute effects of the enzyme α‐galactosidase on gastrointestinal symptoms in IBS patients - Neurogastroenterology & Motility Effects of Low FODMAP Diet on Symptoms, Fecal Microbiome, and Markers of Inflammation in Patients With Quiescent Inflammatory Bowel Disease in a Randomized Trial - PubMed Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinagel. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Find Monica at wellnessworkshere.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 24 · 10 min - ND
How to avoid summer weight gain in kids
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June 20 · 5 min - ND
Is it safe to cook in aluminum foil?
868. Aluminum foil is a kitchen staple most of us reach for without a second thought — but should we be more careful about how we use it? This week, Monica breaks down what actually happens when aluminum foil comes into contact with your food, which cooking conditions increase leaching, and whether the aluminum-Alzheimer's connection holds up under scientific scrutiny. Plus, find out whether the shiny side vs. dull side of foil really matters, whether aluminum water bottles are any better than plastic, and simple ways to reduce both your aluminum exposure and your environmental footprint. Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinagel. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Find Monica at wellnessworkshere.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 17 · 11 min - ND
Is it time to give plant-based burgers a second try?
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June 13 · 9 min - ND
Can ChatGPT be your nutrition coach?
867. Information about food and nutrition has never been easier to come by. But as more and more people turn to TikTok, YouTube, or ChatGPT for health advice, it's important to consider whether you're looking for inspiration or authority. Monica breaks down how to tell the difference between a good lunch idea and a real health claim, when AI tools can genuinely help, and when you need a qualified professional instead. Expert advice for navigating life after graduation — for new grads and the people cheering them on. From finances and freelancing to nutrition and knowing when to ask for help, find it all in our "Life After Graduation" playlist on Spotify. Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinagel. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Find Monica at wellnessworkshere.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 10 · 13 min - ND
Can you reverse gray hair? Here’s what the science says
866. The market is suddenly full of products claiming to prevent or even reverse gray hair — not by dyeing it, but by actually changing what's happening inside the hair follicle. Some of these serums, supplements, and "anti-gray systems" are backed by genuinely interesting science. Others are getting way ahead of the evidence. Today, Monica breaks down the biology of why hair goes gray, what ingredients show the most promise (and for whom), and which products are banking more on your hope than on clinical proof. Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinagel. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Find Monica at wellnessworkshere.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 3 · 15 min - ND
The new food pyramid: progress or paradox?
Decoding the protein pivot and saturated fat rules
May 27 · 16 min - ND
Everything you need to know about mineral absorption
Are fortified foods better than supplements?
May 20 · 9 min - ND
Can resveratrol prevent bone loss? What the research really shows
How to actually protect your bones
May 13 · 11 min - ND
What science has to say about your sweet tooth
Does a sugar detox really work?
May 6 · 12 min - ND
Can your diet reverse hair loss? (Reissue)
Identify the root problem instead of making a guess and self-diagnosis
April 29 · 10 min - ND
Bread first or last? Does food order affect blood sugar?
861. Can the order in which you eat your food "flatten the curve" of your blood sugar? From social media influencers to clinical research, a lot of people are talking about meal sequencing. This week, Monica breaks down whether saving your carbs for last actually improves insulin response, prevents Type 2 diabetes, or if it’s just another "hack" that doesn't hold up for everyone. Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinagel. New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com Discover more from Nutrition Diva: Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 22 · 11 min