RDs vs. BS

The Game Changers

Today we continue our documentary  review by taking a magnifying glass to the popular Netflix documentary "The Game Changers". At first glance, this documentary may seem to make a pretty convincing argument for athletes of all kinds to switch to a vegan diet. However, we took a closer look at the evidence cited and found that the arguments crumble under the tiniest scrutiny.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blo...

Juice Plus+, Greens Powders, Juicing, and Chlorophyll

Is the secret to all your health concerns found in a capsule of dehydrated fruits and vegetables? Today we dive in to Juice Plus+, an MLM company with some wild claims about the benefits of the product. Our conversation leads us to talk about other greens powders, juicing, and the benefits of chlorophyll (we promise this episode isn't a bore-ophyll!) A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the link...

What the Health

What the health did we just watch... on today's episode, we review the documentary "What the Health", which is basically an hour and a half of bad science and fear mongering. We explain what research actually shows about the vegan diet and consuming animal products as we debunk this mess of a documentary.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podca...

Super Size Me

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The Dangers of Dieting feat. Elaina Efird

We're back starting off the new. year with a bang! Today we are joined with Elaina Efird, a fellow RD, who has within the last few years taken to Instagram and TikTok to fight off the nutrition BS on social media. Elaina has an extensive background of working with chronic dieters at her job at the Kahm Clinic, where she measures the metabolic damage to those who cycle through restrictive eating patterns.  We discuss BMR, what happens metabolically when someone is on and off fad diets, and tr...

Navigating Holiday Eating

Happy holiday season to all our loyal listeners! Today, Marie and Emily have an honest discussion about why the navigating food around the holidays can be so challenging. This episodes contains topics regarding disordered eating patterns and thoughts about food, binging, and other discussions that may trigger some listeners, so please be mindful of this before listening this episode.  If you or someone you know are struggling with an eating disorder or experience disordered eating habits, p...

Ketones

Some people claim that you can take a ketone supplement, thrust your body into ketosis, and be a fat burning machine! We say this claim is probably too good to be true... On today's episode we discuss ketones, including the forms of ketone esters, ketone salts, and raspberry ketones. Is burning up body fat as simple as taking a pill, or will we call BS on this supplement? Today's BS PS is on the supplement UCAN, a powder/gel marketed to runners. A reminder that this podcast is the thought ...

"Grain Brain" by David Perlmutter, MD

Another day, another doctor spewing polarizing nutrition information that is only loosely based on research. Today we discussed "Grain Brain", a book about how gluten, grain, and sugar is the reason for all human chronic illness. Emily takes up through this eye-roll inducing book, and Marie discovers mid-episode that this author seems to have completely conflicting nutrition ideologies based on what book of his he is  currently promoting.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opi...

Bright Line Eating

If "put tape over your mouth to keep yourself from eating" sounds like terrible advice, this is the episode for you! Today we discuss the 4 tenants of Bright Line Eating, and how this "evidence based approach" seems a bit more like a program pushing a lot of problematic ideas.  TW on this episode for anyone struggling with eating disorders or disordered eating patterns. If you or anyone you know is struggling with an eating disorder or experience eating disorder tendencies, check out https:...

The "Medical Medium" and Celery Juice

Today we discuss what might be our most outrageous diet ideology yet: self-proclaimed "Medical Medium" Anthony William claims that he talks to a "spirit" that gives him medical diagnosis for clients. He then usually proceeds to prescribe a celery juice cure (because of the "undiscovered special salt clusters in celery that "spirit" has told him and only him about) to heal most ailments. Unfortunately, he is "practicing" his "spirituality" in a way that is AWFULY close to a medical practice, ...

Fish Oils

Omega-3 fatty acids are found in the highest concentration in fatty fish and fish oils. These essential nutrient have to be consumed in the diet. The more fish oils are studied, the more research shows they may be linked to heart health, brain health, inflammation, and more. However, have the claims for these cure-all pills gotten out of control, or can one fish oil a day keep the doctor away? Today's BS PS looks at the supplement Quinton. This supplement, which is based off of filtered sea...

Protein

Today's topic is all about protein and some myths and misconceptions surrounding it. Today we tackle the following questions: Why is protein important? How much should you eat? Will protein intake make you bulky? Will protein too much hurt your kidneys? Can protein get covered into body fat? What are the best protein powders? A special BONUS segment at the end of the episode of Marie trying a popular protein snack from Iceland.  Third Party Tested websites mentioned on the episode: https:/...

Protein

Today's topic is all about protein and some myths and misconceptions surrounding it. Today we tackle the following questions: Why is protein important? How much should you eat? Will protein intake make you bulky? Will protein too much hurt your kidneys? Can protein get covered into body fat? What are the best protein powders? A special BONUS segment at the end of the episode of Marie trying a popular protein snack from Iceland.  Third Party Tested websites mentioned on the episode: https:/...

Organ Meats, The Liver King, and Paul Saladino's Supplement Line Heart & Soil

Today's episode of all about organs! You may have seen a recent trend of celebrities and other social media influencers singing the praises of consuming organ meats. This trend comes off the coattails of the popular carnivore diet, so make sure you have a listen to that episode before listening to this one. Are these carnivore extremest, pro-raw liver influencers onto something? Will consuming organ meats really improve auto immune diseases, vitality, and more? Support the Show.

Plexus

Another MLM episode! This promoters of this product-heavy supplement company claim their "Pink Drink" can cure.... anything? Marie breaks down the "magical" ingredients in these supplements, and let's just say they are underwhelming.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medica...

Individualized Vitamins & Rootine

Can optimizing your health be as simple as filling out a survey and having individualized vitamin packs, sometimes with your name on the pack, sent to you FOR just you? In this episode, we discuss companies that claim they have the secret to figuring out exactly what vitamins and other supplements you need, and that these missing nutrients are causing all your health woes. Is health really just an individualized vitamin company survey away? To guide our discussion, Emily takes a deep dive in...

Individualized Vitamins & Rootine

Can optimizing your health be as simple as filling out a survey and having individualized vitamin packs, sometimes with your name on the pack, sent to you FOR just you? In this episode, we discuss companies that claim they have the secret to figuring out exactly what vitamins and other supplements you need, and that these missing nutrients are causing all your health woes. Is health really just an individualized vitamin company survey away? To guide our discussion, Emily takes a deep dive in...

Bone Broth

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The Blood Type Diet

According to the author of the popular Blood Type Diet, you should be eating (and exercising) based on your blood type. Today we discuss how much evidence there really is that your food choices should be made based on whether you have A, B, AB, or O blood.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is...

"If It Fits Your Macros" (IIFYM)

A diet where you can eat anything you want as long as the total calories and macronutrients (carbs, protein, and fat) fall within a certain range... could it be this is too good to be true, or is this the best way to approach weight loss and health? Today we discuss two versions of "IIFYM" - first, the general concept of tracking macronutrients, and second, the branded diet company that has formed from this concept.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only...

The Food Pyramid

The Food Pyramid

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Artificial Sweeteners

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Adaptogens: Ashwagandha, Turmeric, Mushroom Blends, and Ginseng

Adaptogens, or substances touted to help with stress management and overall wellness, have made their way into the diet world. Today we take a deep dive into the research of four popular adaptogens to see if these compounds are really as safe and effective as the marketing claims. A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainm...

Celebrity Diets: The Purple Diet, Master Cleanse, Bulletproof Coffee, Snookie's Cookies, and Teddi Mellencamp's "All In"

People often turn to their favorite celebrities for advice on what to eat. Unfortunately, many celebrities get caught up in the world of crazy diets and cleanses and all kinds of unhealthy habits. Some celebs take it a step further and turn their unhealthy eating habits into their own plans that they then turn around and sell to their fans. On today's episode, we take a look at some of the wackiest diets celebrities have tried, promoted, or created.  A reminder that this podcast is the thou...

Isagenix

Another day, another MLM promising that only their program and supplement line is the key to health and vitality....  Today we discuss the Isagenix 30 day weight loss program. Spoiler alert: hope you don't like food, or you won't be very happy during these 30 days. Our BS PS is on protein bars: what to look for, and what to consider when choosing a protein bar as part of a snack or meal. A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check...

GMOs

Go to Examine.news/rdsvsbs to get a discount on monthly, yearly or a lifetime subscription to Examine.com - an unbiased, thoroughly vetted database for information on nutrition and supplement topics! GMOs, or Genetically Modified Organisms... sounds scary, right? Today we discuss what a GMO food is, why we use this technology in some produce, and why these "Franked-foods" aren't quite as scary as some people may make you think. BS PS is on the supplement product "Mix-Hers",  a supplement th...

Why Your Mouse Study Doesn't Impress Us with Guest Nick Milazzo

 Go to Examine.news/rdsvsbs to get a discount on monthly, yearly or a lifetime subscription to Examine.com - an unbiased, thoroughly vetted database for information on nutrition and supplement topics! Have you ever wondered why there seems to be so much conflicting data on nutrition out in the world? How can one guy claim that red meat give you cancer, and another that all you need to eat to be your healthiest is red meat? Why do so many supplements claim to have so many benefits, but human...

Beachbody Gut Protocol

We're back with another Beachbody episode. This time, we break down their latest diet protocol, which is their version of an elimination diet to identify intolerances and improve gut health. Listen to find out if Beachbody uses an evidence based approach to this diet, or if it's just more dieting BS. A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is ...

Carnivore Diet

Today's episode is all about MEAT! Specifically, is it a good idea to ONLY eat meat (and a few other animal product foods). Today we will take a deep dive into the recently popularized carnivore diet and why proponents of this diet are so convinced this is the best diet for human health.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for en...

Food Babe

Toxins and chemicals and poisons...oh my! Today we dive into the "investigations" of Vani Hari, aka the Food Babe, and her wild (and wildly unsupported by literature) claims about food additives, pesticides, GMOs, and more. Vani would have you remove anything from your diet that contains anything added lest your want your health to suffer, and we'll explain why this alarmist way of thinking isn't backed by the research.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts ...

Goop

On today's episode, Emily walks us through the sometimes hilarious, sometimes frighting product offerings of Gwyneth Paltrow's wellness brand Goop. What started off as a harmless food newsletter quickly grew into brand that promoted almost all psuedo-science that is out there. We talk about crystals, vagina eggs, and of course, Goop's nutrition offerings and recommendations.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blo...

Probiotics and Gut Health

We have trillions of bacteria living in our guts, and they may have more of an influence over your health than you think. In this episode, we tackle a popular, but complicated, topic of the symbiosis between what we eat, our gut bacteria, and our overall health. A word of caution that this episode may leave you with more questions than answers, but we deliver the most current research on this topic without any exaggerated health claims. The bottom line: treat your gut bugs well, and you may ...

FASTer Way to Fat Loss (& Vegetable Oils)

Why do 1 diet when you can do 4 diets at once?! Today, we examine Amanda Tress's program FASTer Way to Fat Loss, which does all that and more! Plus, for the low, low price of $5,000, you too can have a meaningless nutrition certification! Today's BS PS is a bit of a longer segment were we examine all the misrepresented claims about vegetable oil and other seed oils in the media lately.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check ...

"The Plant Paradox" Book Review Pt. 2

Today we dive further into the habit hole that is Dr. Steven Gundry's diet book about how bad beans, legumes, fruits, most vegetables, and whole grains are for you. This episode looks at his *very unrealistic* diet plan, his *very expensive* supplement line, and a whole lot more.   A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertain...

"The Plant Paradox" Book Review Pt. 2

Today we dive further into the habit hole that is Dr. Steven Gundry's diet book about how bad beans, legumes, fruits, most vegetables, and whole grains are for you. This episode looks at his *very unrealistic* diet plan, his *very expensive* supplement line, and a whole lot more.   A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertain...

Lectins: "The Plant Paradox" Book Review, Pt. 1

In another addition of "Diet Books We Read So You Don't Have To"... oh boy oh boy. Dr. Steven Gundry's "The Plant Paradox" talks all about why fruits, vegetables, beans and legumes, and whole grains are killing us all.... and we talk about why Dr. Steven Gundry's book is full of sh*t. Emily takes over this book review and diet plan that is sure to leave you mind blown and your belly super hungry.   A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only. Visit rdsvsbs.co...

Optavia

Why eat food when you can spend more money for packaged "scientifically designed fuelings"  instead?! Today we take a deep dive into Optavia, and what we found was not good. We'd recommend you just stick with food. Today's BS PS is all about protein: how much should we eat, is it overrated, and what to think about when choosing protein foods and supplements. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertai...

Lumen

A device that can "measure your metabolism" and encourages you when you're "burning fat"? Yea.. we're baffled/infuriated too. In this episode, we discuss (aka rant about) the company Lumen and all the problems that pushing "fat burning metabolism" can cause. A warning: we get headed and Marie drops a couple of f-bombs.  Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended...

Red Meat and Cancer

In 2015, the media went WILD after a report from the World Health Organization classified both red meat and processed meat as things linked to cancer. In this episode, we take a look at what the numbers published ACTUALLY mean (spoiler: it's not as earth shattering as the media would make you believe), and whether or not these classifications mean you should cut red meat and processed meats out of your diet.  Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cit...

Paleo Diet

On the surface, the paleo diet seems harmless, right? Getting back to our human roots, eating only foods we at 10,000+ years ago to really get back to what makes us human. So what do dietitians think of this diet? Once peeling back the layers of this onion of a diet, we starting to notice some glaring issues with diet and its truthfulness of being the diet of our Paleolithic ancestors. BS PS is all about salt - how much is too much, and what are some alternatives to keep food tasty! Visit r...

Hydroxycut

If ever there was a product we had to take down, it would be the miracle-weight-loss-pill hydroxycut. By now, our listeners know there is simply no one pill you can take for magic weight loss, but let's take a look at what is actually in these pills. Spoiler: it's bad, and kind of scary! BS PS looks into what to look for on labels of sports drinks, and what marketing gimmicks to avoid.  Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This ...

Calibrate

You may have noticed a recent ad campaign promoting the newest weight loss program called Calibrate. This company promises to use biology in YOUR favor with a combination of lifestyle changes and medication. We take a look at the nutrition advice promoted and the medication prescribed. Is the program really the weight loss miracle it claims? BS PS discusses officially and colloquial definitions of the term "processed foods". Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links...

Calibrate

You may have noticed a recent ad campaign promoting the newest weight loss program called Calibrate. This company promises to use biology in YOUR favor with a combination of lifestyle changes and medication. We take a look at the nutrition advice promoted and the medication prescribed. Is the program really the weight loss miracle it claims? BS PS discusses officially and colloquial definitions of the term "processed foods". Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links...

Organic Food and the "Dirty Dozen"

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Mark Hyman MD's "Eat Fat, Get Thin" Book Review, Part 2

WOWZA. We didn't think it could get worse than last week, but somehow it did. Our second and final episode on "Eat Fat, Get Thin" by Mark Hyman, MD get's into the implementation and specific rules of the EFGT meal plan. If you thought some diets we've talked about in the past were restrictive, buckle on in for this one.  A reminder that this podcast is our thoughts and opinions only.  Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This po...

Mark Hyman MD's "Eat Fat, Get Thin" Book Review, Pt 2

WOWZA. We didn't think it could get worse than last week, but somehow it did. Our second and final episode on "Eat Fat, Get Thin" by Mark Hyman, MD get's into the implementation and specific rules of the EFGT meal plan. If you thought some diets we've talked about in the past were restrictive, buckle on in for this one.  A reminder that this podcast is our thoughts and opinions only.  Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This po...

Mark Hyman, MD's "Eat Fat, Get Thin" Book Review, Pt 1

On today's episode, we review the first half of the book "Eat Fat, Get Thin" (cue eye roll of the title) by Mark Hyman, MD. This low carb advocate (but also simultaneously "plant based foods", which are carbs, advocate), takes us through a convoluted web of seemingly conflicting ideologies and ideas around metabolism, weight, and health. We read this book so you don't have to! Listen to find out if you really need to start "eating fat" to "get thin".  A reminder that this podcast is our thou...

The Flexitarian Diet feat. Dawn Jackson Blatner

Happy New Year! We are back feeling recharged, refreshed, and ready for you all to hear the wisdom from today's guest, our dear mentor and friend Dawn Jackson "DJ" Blatner, RD! Dawn is a registered dietitian who has built a career on making  eating healthfully for mind and body FUN! She joins us today to talk about her coined diet the Flexitarian Diet. We have a terrific conversation about balance, sustainability, and how delicious (and surprisingly cost-effective) nutritious foods can be. T...

The Worst and Craziest Diets - Jilly Juice, Mark Hyman Preview, The Air Diet, Chlorophyll, and More

Happy last episode of 2021! To celebrate, we're brining you a fun episode discussing some of the worst diets we've seen or heard of just for a laugh. Please don't try any of these diets at home! Our BS PS was inspired by Emily's recent trip to Mexico where her hotel breakfast buffet always featured a chlorophyll drink with lots of health promises.  Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purp...