Dishing Up Nutrition
808 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★ - 8 ratingsLearn the connection between what you eat and how you feel. Join us each week as licensed nutritionists and dietitians from Nutritional Weight & Wellness share practical, real-life solutions for healthier living through balanced nutrition. For over 25 years, we’ve helped thousands of clients and listeners discover how real food – animal protein, healthy fat, nutrient-dense carbohydrates – can increase energy, stabilize moods, jumpstart metabolism, eliminate cravings, restore digestion, balance hormones and so much more! For recipes, articles and more, visit us at weightandwellness.com
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Low Thyroid, Slow Metabolism
September 09, 2018 18:52 - 43 minutes - 20 MBIn today’s show, we are discussing low thyroid function, including autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s disease. Learn what happens when your thyroid is inflamed as well as the symptoms of Hashimoto’s. We’ll also look into causes of Hashimoto’s and some nutritional solutions.
Radical Metabolism
August 27, 2018 12:44 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBJoin us as New York Times bestselling author Ann Louise Gittleman joins us to discuss her new book, Radical Metabolism. This book is truly a health recovery book that addresses how to support your basic metabolims and your health. Many of us have a slowed metabolism and aren't feeling our best, and Ann Louise Gittleman will show us why our metabolism has slowed and what we can do about it.
Brain Health: Attention, Focus & OCD
August 20, 2018 14:20 - 42 minutes - 78.4 MBListen in as we share how real food can truly change how you think, clear the obsessive thoughts, reduce anxiety, improve focus and memory and so much more.
Brain Health: Attention, Focus & OCD
August 20, 2018 14:20 - 42 minutes - 78.4 MBListen in as we share how real food can truly change how you think, clear the obsessive thoughts, reduce anxiety, improve focus and memory and so much more.
PMS Relief (Cramps, Mood Swings, Fatigue)
August 13, 2018 12:55 - 45 minutes - 21 MBDo you suffer from uncomfortable PMS symptoms like cramps, mood swings and fatigue? Did you know that simply changing your food choices could actually reduce these symptoms? Listen in as we talk about PMS symptoms and what we, as nutritionist, find helpful to relieve those symptoms.
Natural Relief for Fibromyalgia
August 06, 2018 13:34 - 46 minutes - 21.4 MBFibromyalgia is one of the most common chronic pain problems. Listen in as we discuss some nutrition and lifestyle connections to fibromyalgia and we are going to give you some nutritional solutions to help decrease your pain level. Typically, pain medication is not the answer, so you need to take charge of your symptoms and your health.
Helpful Supplements for Joint Pain
July 30, 2018 14:21 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBIf you are experiencing any joint pain – that aching shoulder pain, that piercing knee pain, that throbbing hip pain - listen in as we discuss how changing your eating could help your pain level go down. We understand joint pain is difficult to live with, so we want to give you some nutritional ways to bring down your pain level. Today we have Dr. Robert Silverman joining us via phone from White Plains, New York. He is both a chiropractor and a nutritionist, and he is the author of Inside-Ou...
Helping Your Skin Age Gracefully
July 23, 2018 14:12 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBDo you find yourself looking in the mirror, only to find more wrinkles than you remembered? The wrinkles you are seeing could have more to do with some of your daily habits than you. Today we are discussing the best foods, supplements and lifestyle habits that will help your skin age gracefully.
Slow Metabolism: The Bread Connection
July 16, 2018 18:56 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MBDo you indulge in the bread basket when you go out for dinner? Listen in as we help you understand how processed carbs lead to insulin resistance, slow metabolism and weight gain, so the next time you are faced with the bread basket at a restaurant, you can politely tell your server to please take it away.
LIfestyle Connections to Fertility
July 09, 2018 14:28 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MBResearch has shown that diet can help women avoid one of the most common causes of infertility – the problems associated with ovulation. Listen in as we talk about how what we eat affects all aspects of our health, including fertility, and how healthy fats and oils play a key role in fertility.
Osteoporosis: Bone-Building Food
July 02, 2018 14:27 - 40 minutes - 74.6 MBDid you know that more women die of a broken bone each year than those who die of both breast and uterine cancer combined? Osteoporosis is considered a silent health condition, because you don’t have any signs or symptoms until it is too late. Listen in as we discuss the causes of bone thinning and what habits and foods support strong bones.
Reversing Prediabetes
June 25, 2018 13:04 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MBHave you had a recent check-up at your primary doctor and been told that your glucose numbers are a little high, maybe even in the prediabetes range? It is estimated that more than 1 out of 3 American adults have prediabetes. Listen in as we talk about what food choices you can make to avoid Type 2 diabetes and get your prediabetes under control and into remission.
Can Stress Cause Weight Gain?
June 18, 2018 13:57 - 52 minutes - 24.2 MBAre you gaining weight and you don’t understand why? Have you ever considered that the stress you are dealing with may be the cause? Listen in as we talk about how long-term, ongoing stress can actually lead to weight gain.
Anxiety and Depression in College-Aged Students
June 11, 2018 18:15 - 44 minutes - 20.2 MBHere is a startling statistic, almost 40% of college students said they felt so depressed in the past 12 months that they had difficulty functioning – they had trouble studying, trouble completing assignments and lacked concentration and focus when taking tests. Why has there been such an increase in depression? Listen in is as we discuss some nutritional connections to depression and anxiety and what you can do about this mental health epidemic.
Help with Cravings
June 04, 2018 13:47 - 46 minutes - 21.1 MBTo stop your food cravings, you first have to find out what is at the root of your cravings. Have you ever thought that maybe your cravings aren’t due to lack of will power, but could be caused by a vitamin or mineral deficiency? Listen is as we discuss the root cause of many common cravings from chocolate to carbs.
Asthma Relief
May 21, 2018 01:56 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBDo you or your children have asthma? Common signs include coughing at night or early in the morning, wheezing and shortness of breath. In today’s show, we’ll share some nutrition tips that you can use to reduce your asthma symptoms.
"Why We Sleep" Book Review
May 14, 2018 13:35 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBLack of sleep is now reported as a major risk to our health. Sufficient sleep is important for mood, better memory, less anxiety, and even fewer aches and pains! Listen in as we review sleep expert and neuroscientist Dr. Matthew Walker’s book, “Why We Sleep,” to understand the science of sleep.
Health Is More Than Weight Loss
May 07, 2018 13:26 - 43 minutes - 19.7 MBWe are seeing more and more research from experts recommending that people should not focus just on weight loss, but rather, they should focus on overall health. So often, when people focus on low calorie, starvation-type weight loss plans, they become nutrient deficient, get depressed and regain the weight they lost and sometimes they gain even more weight than they had lost. Listen is as we talk about how you can practice healthy habits that will lead to overall well-being and better healt...
Why Am I Tired All the Time?
April 29, 2018 18:31 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBOne of the questions we receive most often is “Why am I tired all the time?” Listen in as we talk about the many reasons that might be causing your fatigue from simple lack of sleep to more in-depth medical reasons. Learn how you can maximize your energy by eating real food.
What Does it Take to Be Gluten Free?
April 22, 2018 19:07 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBGoing Gluten Free is so much more than switching from one processed food high in gluten grains to a processed food full of soy, rice flour and bad fats. Listen in as we teach you how to eat gluten free with Real Food versus eating gluten free with processed food. Anyone can benefit from going gluten free, even if you don’t have celiac disease, since gluten is known to be inflammatory and can cause problems with digestion and bloating.
Macular Degeneration
April 09, 2018 01:01 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MBDid you know that what you eat affects your vision? Listen in as we talk with Dr. Chris Knobbe about all aspects of age-related Macular Degeneration, including what happens to your vision, and the risks and causes for developing AMD. You will come away with some nutrition tips to both prevent and treat Macular Degeneration.
You Don't Have to be Perfect to Lose Weight
April 01, 2018 19:43 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBLosing weight is a goal for many people. Listen in as we talk with Nell Kahls, who first came to Nutritional Weight & Wellness 10 years ago. After eating the Weight & Wellness Way, she lost 90 pounds and has been able to keep it off. Hear about her journey and learn more about how you can lose weight the healthy way.
Prostate and Men's Health
March 25, 2018 20:28 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MBHow many men struggle with prostate problems and what are the most common prostate problems among men? Find out what some of the common symptons are and how you can keep your prostate healthy. Listen in to learn how eating the right foods, and avoiding others, can improve your prostate health.
Preventing Adolescent Acne
March 19, 2018 15:35 - 43 minutes - 79.1 MBTwo nutritionists share their personal struggles with adolescent acne and how they food can help overcome that chronic, miserable condition. Adolescent years doesn’t have to be synonymous with hating your skin, listen in to learn what can be done and please share with the teens in your life!
Pre-Diabetes: The Food Solution
March 11, 2018 18:22 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBDo you have prediabetes? Are you one of the 90% of people who don't even know they have it? Prediabetes is a serious health condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not quite high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. Prediabetes puts you at a higher risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes, heart disesase and stroke. Find out what characteristics are common in people with prediabetes and what you can do to get your health back on track.
ADHD: The Food Answer
March 04, 2018 19:18 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MBAttention Deficit Disorder, or ADHD, is a national health crisis. This misunderstood condition can have reduction in symptoms by eating real food. Learn about which foods can help people with ADHD.
Improving Memory with Real Food
February 25, 2018 19:28 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBIs your memory slipping or are you noticing more "senior moments." What we put into our brain is what we will get out of it. Learn how you can improve your memory with real food and a few key vitamin supplements. Plus, we will also share how people in their 20s and 30s can help prevent Alzheimer's in their future.
Is My Tap Water Safe
February 18, 2018 20:45 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MBWhat is wrong with drinking tap water? Learn about contaminants that can get into our water supply and how to make it safe. Today's guest, Richard Grassie, water expert, talks about ways to eliminate toxins from your water.
Nutrition for Dry Skin & Nails
February 11, 2018 20:49 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBAre you seeing new wrinkles on your skin? Are your fingernails cracked and brittle? Our nutritionists explain how eating real food, in balance, can help with dry skin and cracked nails.
Nutrition for Dry Skin & Nails
February 11, 2018 20:49 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBAre you seeing new wrinkles on your skin? Are your fingernails cracked and brittle? Our nutritionists explain how eating real food, in balance, can help with dry skin and cracked nails.
Perimenopausal Weight Gain
February 07, 2018 01:26 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBWhat is perimenopause? Why do 80% of women gain weight during perimenopause? Are you dealing with unwanted weight gain? Learn how eating real food can help control perimenopausal weight gain.
Nutrition to Relieve Sinus Pain
January 29, 2018 18:46 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBDo you wake up with a sinus headache? Have you noticed that certain foods trigger congestion or a runny nose? Hear about how to naturally relieve these symptoms with real food.
Signs of a Mineral Deficiency
January 22, 2018 19:26 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBDo you get frequent colds? Are you tired all the time? These symptoms could be a mineral deficiency. Listen in to hear about the minerals our bodies need.
A New Look at Alzheimer's
January 16, 2018 02:43 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBThis is a fresh look at Alzheimer's disease and how the foods we eat affect our brain. Learn about ways to help your brain work at its best. We're joined by Amy Berger, author of The Alzheimer's Antidote.
Real Food for Weight Loss
January 08, 2018 19:19 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBAre you struggling with weight loss? Do you wonder if the foods you are eating are helping or hurting you? Listen in and you will learn how eating real food will help with successful weight loss.
Perimenopause Q & A with Ann Louise Gittleman
December 18, 2017 19:19 - 43 minutes - 20 MBDo you suffer from insomnia, hormone fluctuations, irritability or thyroid issues? These symptoms and more can be related to perimenopause, the stage before menopause. Ann Louise Gittleman, First Lady of Nutrition, answers questions about how to handle some of your body's perimenopause symptoms with good nutrition. Listen in!
Perimenopause Q & A with Ann Louise Gittleman
December 18, 2017 19:19 - 43 minutes - 20 MBDo you suffer from insomnia, hormone fluctuations, irritability or thyroid issues? These symptoms and more can be related to perimenopause, the stage before menopause. Ann Louise Gittleman, First Lady of Nutrition, answers questions about how to handle some of your body's perimenopause symptoms with good nutrition. Listen in!
Conquering Your Stress
December 11, 2017 19:29 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MBStess is a part of everyday life. How do you manage it? Learn how good nutrition, sleep and self-care habits can help you conquer your stess.
How to Avoid Colds and Flus
December 04, 2017 18:57 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MBThe colds and flus are going around. How do we keep our immune systems healthy? Learn about ways to stay well by eating real food.
Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain
November 27, 2017 14:57 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBThe holidays are here. You’ve been staying on track with your balanced eating goals. And now, the temptations of the parties, family gatherings, and work celebrations are back. Listen in as we talk about how to continue on the right path over the holidays so you can avoid gaining unnecessary weight.
Irritable Bowel Syndrom/IBS
November 20, 2017 14:44 - 42 minutes - 39.6 MBIs your tummy grumbling and telling you something's not right? Are you experiencing bloating, constipation or diarrhea many times in one day? Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is the most common digestive disorder seen by doctors today. Learn why IBS is occurring and hear about real food solutions to correct digestive imbalances.
Natural Headache Relief
November 15, 2017 20:51 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBYou have a busy day, don’t feel like cooking, so you order some take-out food and the next day you have an excruciating migraine. Every month you get a hormone related headache, why? Or, maybe you keep getting sinus headaches and can’t find the cause. There are natural ways to get relief and Nutritional Weight & Wellness has solutions for you. Listen in!
The Nutrition Connection to Teen Anxiety & Depression
November 05, 2017 21:19 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBIs your teenager suffering from anxiety or depression? Did you ever think that what you eat makes a difference in your anxiety level? Listen in as we discuss how food and nutrition are critical for brain function.
The Nutrition Connection to Teen Anxiety & Depression
November 05, 2017 21:19 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBIs your teenager suffering from anxiety or depression? Did you ever think that what you eat makes a difference in your anxiety level? Listen in as we discuss how food and nutrition are critical for brain function.
Boost A Broken Metabolism
October 30, 2017 15:13 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBYou try to eat healthy and work out and you’re still not seeing the weight loss you want. Frustration sets in—what’s going on? We will help you discover why your metabolism may be broken and ways to eat to make your metabolism work better.
Habits Sabotaging Weight Loss
October 23, 2017 13:32 - 45 minutes - 83 MBYou’re making progress on your weight loss goals and then, unbeknownst to you, one of your bad habits comes along and your goal gets sabotaged. And you have to start all over. Does this sound familiar? We’re here to share some habits that have held clients back in the past, and better yet, ways to move past them and onto your health goals. Listen in!
Why We Need Animal Fats with Author Sally Fallon Morell
October 16, 2017 12:17 - 40 minutes - 74.8 MBWe’re joined by Sally Fallon Morell, founding president of the Weston A. Price Foundation and author of best-selling cookbooks Nourishing Traditions andNourishing Fats among many more. Sally is dispelling myths about animal fats and instead sharing why they are critical for our health, from protecting us from heart disease, helping with cholesterol and critical for fetal development, among so much more. Listen in!
Nutrition for ADHD
October 09, 2017 12:40 - 43 minutes - 79.2 MBIn 2011 two million more U.S. children, ages 4-17 years old, were diagnosed with ADHD compared to 2003. Add onto that 5% of the adult population also struggling with distractibility, a short attention span, time management issues, disorganization, impulsivity or procrastination. Listen in as we share certain foods that can help the brain function better, resulting in fewer symptoms along with which foods don’t help.
Is a Lack of Self-Care Sabotaging Your Weight Loss?
October 02, 2017 13:31 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBIf you have been struggling with your weight, we have a question for you – is it possible that a lack of self-care is the cause of that struggle? It’s not often recognized but we’re sharing some of those self-sabotaging habits that many people have and don’t even realize. Listen in and get inspired for a fresh approach.
The Importance of Eating Well During a Life Emergency
September 25, 2017 12:48 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBIn the midst of a stressful life event, healthy eating often goes right out the window. However, that often makes an already hard situation much, much worse. We’re sharing today what foods can help you handle the stress of the situation, give you the energy to be as involved as you want to be and get through it in one piece.