Nutrition Nuggets: Recent Episodes
Abraham Anjarkouchian
Short form episodes to learn about actionable takeaways from hot topics in nutrition to improve your health. Join dietitian Abraham Anjarkouchian to sort through the messy field of nutrition and get clear on what's fact, what's fiction and what next steps you can take.
Check us out on Instagram @NutritionNuggets And learn more from Abraham @AbrahamDietitian
In this podcast episode, we invite Samantha Taylor to enlighten us with her years of knowledge. Samantha Taylor is a Health & Fitness Expert with 30 years of experience has inspired tends of thousands of women through her own TV segment, radio show and has done over 300 health seminars. She also impacted thousands more when she owned five personal training studios and her studios trained over 7,700 women. She is also the founder of Fit Temple.
Join us in this enlightening episode as we explore the profound effects of our food choices beyond just taste. Discover the key to breaking sugar addiction, explore the integration of faith into mindful eating, and learn the three crucial questions to ask yourself before and after a meal. Dive into the world of journaling food experiences and unravel how it can be a powerful tool to prevent repeating mistakes with poor food choices. Tune in for a holistic journey towards nourishing not just the body, but also the mind and spirit.
In this insightful podcast episode, Jared dives into the multifaceted realm of emotional eating, offering a comprehensive exploration of its diverse types. As we navigate through the discussion, Jared expertly elucidates the nuances that differentiate emotional eating from mere cravings, providing listeners with a nuanced understanding of the psychological aspects at play.
Throughout the episode, we'll uncover the intricacies of how emotions can intertwine with our eating habits, shedding light on the various triggers that may lead to emotional eating episodes. From stress and boredom to joy and sadness, Jared dissects the spectrum of emotions that can influence our relationship with food.
But it's not just an exploration of the problem; Jared equips us with actionable steps to overcome these challenges. Discover practical strategies and effective coping mechanisms that empower individuals to break free from the cycle of emotional eating. Whether it's mindful eating practices, building emotional resilience, or adopting healthier outlets for managing emotions, this episode is a roadmap towards fostering a more balanced and harmonious approach to food.
Join us on this journey as we unpack the complexities of emotional eating, gaining valuable insights and tools to navigate this intricate terrain and foster a positive, sustainable connection with our eating habits.
Join Jenn, she has been described as a "force of nature" in the wellness space, recognized as one of Podcast Magazine’s 40 under 40, and nominated for the 2022 International Women’s Podcast Award for Visionary Leadership. She is an Optimal Health Coach, Podcaster, and Business Consultant. In this episode, Jenn will educate you on howto work with your body to minimizecravings and situations that make it difficult to choose a cucumber over a Twix.
Often when people give in to cravings, they blame themselves and can spiral in shame, self-doubt and self-loathing. In reality, it's not a lack of willpower, but science that causes their cravings! From the nutrition we provide ourselves (or don't) to genetics, there are a variety of factors that create cravings.
Join Isaac, He was inspired to pursue nutrition after developing a series of health issues, including hypothyroidism, low testosterone, chronic fatigue, cystic acne, and type 1 diabetes, during his high school and early college days.
Isaac currently helps adults with type 1, type 2, and pre-diabetes improve their blood sugar control without cutting out carbs, in his coaching program, The Balanced Blood Sugar Roadmap. He has also just finished his second book, “Have Your Carbs and Eat ‘Em Too,” a book designed for adults with type 1 diabetes discussing these exact guidelines!
Join Jenny, an experienced personal trainer and fitness coach from Best You Fitness to discuss the importance and how-to’s of mobility and flexibility. Whether you are a non-exerciser, a regular exerciser or everything in between, we discuss why mobility and flexibility are important as we age, to avoid injury and other important points.
Andy is a private practice dietitian, multi time published nutrition author and otherwise prolific writer and explorer of all realms of food and health. His most recent publication, The Essential Diet For Fatty Liver, opened Andy's eyes to the growing public health concern that is fatty liver disease. Fatty liver disease, also referred to as NAFLD, affects over a third of the adult population in North America. In today's podcast appearance Andy covers all aspects of NAFLD. What it is, how it happens, and what can be done about it from the dietary, supplemental and lifestyle perspective. No detail is too small when it comes to the way Andy looks at liver nutrition, so buckle up and get ready to learn more than you ever wanted to know about liver health!
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In this podcast, join award-winning media dietitian and nutrition entrepreneur Sue Mah where she shares the benefits of meal planning and 4 different types of meal prepping. As the owner of multiple consulting businesses, Sue knows that eating well can be a challenge when the time crunch and deadlines are calling. Her sensible and doable tips will inspire you to enjoy wholesome delicious food that will not only fuel your body but also help you feel your best! Follow @SueMahRD for more nutrition tips and advice from Sue.
Join Andrew, one of the top 10 best personal trainers in Toronto as he dives deep into the world of cardio and strength training. Whether you’re a new to the fitness or been a regular gym enthusiast, this podcast is your go-to resource for optimizing your performance and reaching your goals.
Andrew brings his expertise in training and shares valuable insights, evidence-based strategies, and practical tips to help you choose, which type of exercise will best suits you. What are some of the benefits and why even we should care about them.
Confused where to get enough plant protein? Join Carol, a vegan registered dietitian from Vegan Weight Loss Nutritionist and learn some fun ways of getting your protein. Listen to some easy suggestions Carol provides to help you getting enough vegan protein!
Join Dan, a seasoned dietitian from Apex Nutrition, as he dives deep into the world of marathon and sports nutrition. Whether you’re a seasoned marathon runner or a newbie preparing for your first race, this podcast is your go-to resource for optimizing your performance and reaching your marathon goals.
Dan brings his expertise in sports nutrition and shares valuable insights, evidence-based strategies, and practical tips to help you fuel your body effectively throughout your marathon training journey. From pre-race meal planning to hydration strategies, Dan covers it all, ensuring you have the knowledge and tools to prepare yourself for the gruelling marathon distance.
You may have heard that snacking is associated with poorer nutrition or health. And it can be! However, that’s largely dependent on the types of snacks you choose. If you choose the right snack at the right time it will not only support your diet quality, but also whatever your nutrition related goal is. Come learn what you should have in your snacks and when to have them.
Diet breaks are a ‘tactic’ that can be implemented when trying to lose weight. Despite taking time off from trying to lose weight when your goal is weight loss, they can help! Come learn how and when to take a break to reap the most benefits.
Cravings are often seen as a barrier or a challenge to our nutrition goals and they certainly can be. However, they can also be viewed as signals from our body for needs or wants. Come learn about cravings and our top suggestions for managing them to reach your goals.
Turmeric is one of many hot supplements on the market that there is always some buzz around. This ingredient has been around a long time though and there is quite a bit of research on it. Come learn the answers to the most common questions about turmeric, who it is for and when.
There are many misconceptions in the area of nutrition and dairy is certainly one of the most common topics of confusion. Is it healthy? Do we need to worry about inflammation, IGF-1 or research being biassed because it is sponsored by the dairy industry? Are nut milks better or just as good? Come find out!
How do you motivate teens to eat nutritiously? How do you help them be more physically active? How do you set them up for a healthy lifestyle and relationship with food well into the future? These big questions answered and more on this episode, so be sure to check it out!
Many people search for ways to feel motivated on a daily basis. This can be difficult to accomplish, especially with a goal like weight loss which takes a long time of consistency to pay off. In this episode we dive into how to stay motivated and on track to reach your fitness goals.
“Metabolism” and how many calories someone burns throughout the day is a big topic in nutrition with lots of confusion around it. Join us to learn what effects age, metabolic boosters, weight loss and much more have on metabolism. We help set the record straight and give you 2 important actionable takeaways that everyone should know.
New alcohol guidelines have been released based on recent research that indicates that there is no safe or healthy amount of alcohol intake. How should you think about this and what are some ways you can cut back or reduce the negative effects of drinking, if needed? Join us for what can be a difficult but important topic to discuss.
Food can bring a lot of enjoyment and comfort, and it is often a major component of social events with family and friends. How do we consider this in the context of trying to achieve a nutrition goal? Cheat meals might be a bad idea for most, but indulging can have a lot of important benefits. Come learn about indulging and how to fit it into your plan for reaching your goals.
Protein has been gaining a lot of attention in recent years, and for good reason considering we have higher needs for it than any other nutrient, with the exception of water. Not having enough can result in disease, but in higher income countries (like Canada and the USA), this is unlikely. However, there is such a thing as an amount that is optimal and provides additional benefits for health and fitness beyond just preventing disease. Come find out how much you need and gain some effective strategies to ensure your protein intake is not just adequate, but optimal!
Although exercise burns calories, it does NOT typically lead to weight loss for most people. This is because the body has mechanisms in place to prevent us from losing weight such as increasing hunger levels. However, this doesn’t mean it’s not important for other reasons when losing weight. What are those and what should you consider when choosing what exercise to do for weight loss? Come find out!
One day you hear breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but the next day you read that skipping breakfast is a great way to lose weight and improve your health. What gives? The importance of breakfast is a confusing one and there is a reason for that. Come find out what the science says about breakfast and why different types of research provide different answers. This episode is here to clear things up and give you the lowdown on who should have or skip breakfast and when.
In this episode we dig into the risks and benefits of calorie and macro tracking (with endurance exercise?). By this we mean, meticulously logging what you eat into an app that tells you how many calories, carbohydrates, protein and fats you consume. It can be very effective in some cases but it’s not for everyone. There can even be some risks! Tune in to learn the pros, cons and when calorie and macro counting can be considered and when it should be avoided.