RDs vs. BS
129 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★ - 88 ratingsA podcast dedicated to sorting the truth from the BS of the claims of popular fad diets and supplements
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Jenny Craig
December 06, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIt's our 25th episode!! Today's episode is being delivered right to your doorstep, just like the nutritional offerings of Jenny Craig. In this episode, we give our assessment on the foods provided, and their new plan that includes fake fasting to *blast fat*. It's fun ride with lots of eye rolls. 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 medical advice. Ple...
Gluten
November 29, 2021 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBGluten - we're all avoiding it in the name of health, but do most people even know what it is? In this episode, we talk about what gluten is, what it does in the food and in the body, and who, if anybody, should be avoiding it. But don't worry, this episode is certified gluten-free! Our BS PS looks at Magic Mind, a 2oz liquid supplement that claims all kinds of magic and wellness. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcas...
WW (Weight Watchers)
November 22, 2021 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBWe've probably all heard of WW (the diet program previously known as Weight Watchers). But what is a dietitian's take on this program? Is it worth trying if weight loss is your goal, or is it all just BS. Check out our NEW segment at the beginning of the episode called "Sh*t at the Grocery Store", and wait until the end for our BS PS about cholesterol and eggs. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for ente...
Creatine
November 15, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBCreatine - it's not just for bulking at the gym. In this episode, we talk about this supplement's purpose in sport, and potential other health benefit. We also put to bed some long-held myths about creatine. In today's BS PS, we were asked what do we take and not consider BS? Be sure to stick around to hear about fish oil, turmeric, multivitamins, glucosamine, and more! Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant ...
Vegan Diet Pt 2: The Vegan Diet and the Environment feat. Anna Danckers and Danny Dunlap
November 08, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBOn the episode, we are so excited to sit down (remotely) with Emily's sister Anna Danckers and her partner Danny Dunlap, who are the owners of the regenerative farm Bluebird Sky Farmstead in Longmont, CO. Anna and Danny bring a unique perspective to the nutrition world when it comes to sustainability and raising and processing animals ethically. We are all over the map with our conversation with them, but some key points we hit are: -Can the whole world go vegan, and would it solve our clima...
Vegan Diet Pt. 1: The Vegan Diet and Health
November 01, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBEver wonder if switching to a "plant based diet" is for you? Ever wonder if "plant based" actually means anything? In part one of this two part episode on the vegan diet, we discuss the diet's effect on heart health, other diseases, and weight management. Watch our for part 2 next week, where we talk about the vegan diet's impact on the environment and sustainability. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is meant f...
Herbalife
October 25, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBOh boy do we have a doozy of a company for you today. We're going to go ahead and put a giant "in our opinion" and "allegedly" blanket over this episode. But come with us as we muck through the convoluted business practices and nutritional offerings of this MLM giant. We cover the issues with safety with the products themselves, the vulnerable populations targeted by recruiters, and how to spot the Herbalife nutrition shop in your town (so you can avoid it). Today's BS PS is another brick an...
Caffeine (& Popular Alternatives - Ginseng, B12, L-Taurine, and More)
October 18, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 34.4 MBWe're WIRED for this episode! Today is all about caffeine: where it comes from, how it affects the body, and whether or not it's good for our health and other health and weight loss claims. We also discuss popular alternatives for those who want to limit or avoid caffeine, and whether or not they are giving the energy benefits they claim. Stick around until the end for our BS PS on greens powders and fruit and vegetable pills. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the l...
Fats and Oils: Health and Cooking feat. Stephanie Miezin
October 11, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBToday's episode is all about fats with our very first guest, Stephanie Miezin! We get into the nitty gritty about dietary fats, which is a topic that is often misunderstood and misrepresented in media. Stephanie shares her unique expertise of fats from not only a dietitian point of view, but also a chef point of view. We hope you take away both health tips and cooking tips from today's episode. To end, our BS PS revisits our Noom episode with an update from a listener and her experience with...
Fats and Oils: Health and Cooking feat. Stephanie Miezin
October 11, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBToday's episode is all about fats with our very first guest, Stephanie Miezin! We get into the nitty gritty about dietary fats, which is a topic that is often misunderstood and misrepresented in media. Stephanie shares her unique expertise of fats from not only a dietitian point of view, but also a chef point of view. We hope you take away both health tips and cooking tips from today's episode. To end, our BS PS revisits our Noom episode with an update from a listener and her experience with...
SlimFast
October 04, 2021 13:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBIn this episode we take it back to the nineties and noughties, a time where the diet industry really exploded and getting SLIM and getting there FAST was being heavily commercialized. We take a look at SlimFast's meal replacement offerings and meal plans, and laugh until we cry at some of the ridiculousness we find. Stick around until the end, where we talk about fasting mimicking in our BS PS segment. Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *D...
Sugar
September 27, 2021 04:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBWho's in for a sweet treat!? This episode is all about sugar - what it is, where it's found, why it's demonized in diet culture, and if it's actually associated with poor health. Should we be avoiding sugar at all costs, or should we be following the advice of Marie Antoinette and declaring to the world "let them eat cake"! At the end of today's episode, we do a mini-dive into a highly problematic running/supplement company that you don't want to miss! Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the bl...
Soy
September 20, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBIn the world of online health gurus, soy is a controversial topic. Some claim it causes diseases like cancer, and others claim it is protective against those same diseases. In this episode, we break down a ton of research surrounding the potential benefits and detriments of soy. We also dive into products like meat substitution burgers. They is lot to unravel in this one! Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is mea...
Soy
September 20, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBIn the world of online health gurus, soy is a controversial topic. Some claim it causes diseases like cancer, and others claim it is protective against those same diseases. In this episode, we break down a ton of research surrounding the potential benefits and detriments of soy. We also dive into products like meat substitution burgers. They is lot to unravel in this one! Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is mea...
Food Sensitivity Tests
September 13, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBWe're sure you've seen plenty of ads for "food sensitivity tests" - the revolutionary products that use your DNA, blood sample, or other body sample to pinpoint your exact food sensitivities. On this episode, we dive into the technology behind these tests, and whether the results are legit, or if they are BS. 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 medical...
BCAAs
September 06, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIf you want to be at the top of your gym game, you need BCAAs to take you to the next level, right? Whether it's energy, endurance, muscle growth, or more, BCAAs have a lot claims associated with them. In this episode, we break down these claims and see if BCAAs are all they are cracked up to be. 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 medical advice. Ple...
BCAAs
September 06, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIf you want to be at the top of your gym game, you need BCAAs to take you to the next level, right? Whether it's energy, endurance, muscle growth, or more, BCAAs have a lot claims associated with them. In this episode, we break down these claims and see if BCAAs are all they are cracked up to be. 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 medical advice. Ple...
Intermittent Fasting
August 30, 2021 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBIntermittent fasting, so hot right now. We break down this popular style of eating, and see if research supports the multitude of health claims that are associated with it. 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 medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements....
Dairy & Inflammation
August 23, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBAh dairy, the diet culture's most recent scapegoat for all the world's health issues. Today we take a deep dive into the research around the claim that dairy causes inflammation and should therefore be eliminated for health. In the second half of the episode, we compare milk alternatives so you can make the most informed decision at the milk aisle. We also take a quick tangent to discuss why nutrition research is so challenging and often leads to inconclusive findings. Visit rdsvsbs.com an...
Arbonne
August 16, 2021 15:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBThis episode is all about another popular MLM "wellness" company, Arbonne. Will the 30 Days to Healthy Living program all it's marketed to be? Is it worth spending close to $500 on their supplement line? Listen to find out our thoughts on Arbonne and whether or not the company offerings are BS. 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 medical advice. Please...
Raw Foods Diet
August 09, 2021 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBCan leaving your food uncooked really give you health and vitality? Today we dive into the raw food diet and the benefits...and potential serious consequences...of eating a diet devoid of any processing or cooking. 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 medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any di...
Noom
August 02, 2021 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBThe latest and greatest "not a diet" craze, we take a deep dive in this behavior change app. Is it something we'd recommend, or is it just a bunch of BS? 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 medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements. Support the Show.
Keto Diet
July 26, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBIs butter a carb? In this episode we tackle the widely popular diet with an unusual origin story. Is the keto diet really better for weight loss? Do taking ketone supplements make fat melt off your body? How could a diet of bacon and butter be so healthy? Listen to find out! 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 medical advice. Please consult your health...
Whole 30
July 19, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBThis one's a doozy folks...having not really looked too deeply into the rules or background of this popular diet, we didn’t realize just how bad this diet really is until we delved into it. Get ready for us to come out swinging! 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 medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before...
Apple Cider Vinegar
July 12, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBApple cider vinegar... it's one of those things that you've *heard* is good for you, but you're not sure why. Listen to find if adding some ACV to your day will give you the health results your looking for, or if it's all just BS. Learn more on our YouTube channel: ACV Gummy Supplement Deep Dive: https://youtu.be/-qeWgeQTz3g 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 i...
Instagram Fads: Detox Teas and Hair Gummies
July 05, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBIt's almost impossible to log onto Instagram without seeing influencers promoting some quick fix. We've had enough of the misinformation! Today we've picked detox teas and hair gummies as our first "Insta Fad" products to dive into. Listen to find out what's the deal with those detox teas, and to see if hair gummy bears can make your hair shinier, longer, and stronger! Learn more on our YouTube channel: Hair Gummy Supplement Deep Dive: https://youtu.be/bLr9yVDwsl4 Visit rdsvsbs.com and che...
Alkaline Diet
June 28, 2021 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIn today's episode, we talk all about the re-popularizing Alkaline Diet. There are all kinds of claims surrounding this diet: longer life, stronger bones, cancer protection, and more. Do these claims hold up after looking at the literature? Can just chaining the pH of the water you drink cause miracles? Listen to find out! Learn more on our YouTube channel: pH Water Product Review: https://youtu.be/YDBO_RbiXig Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research c...
Beachbody
June 21, 2021 12:00 - 46 minutes - 32.4 MBWelcome to the first episode of RDs vs. BS! Today we tackle a popular MLM "wellness" company, Beachbody. Does this company really promote wellness and sustainable weight loss, or is it all just a load of BS? Learn more on our YouTube channel: Shakeology supplement review: https://youtu.be/GQVQW_9YCKY Ultimate Challenge Pack supplement reviews: https://youtu.be/6gr0ye7xre4 Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited. *Disclaimer* This podcast is me...
Welcome to RDs vs. BS
June 18, 2021 17:00 - 1 minute - 1.37 MBRDs vs. BS is a podcast dedicated to sorting through the BS claims in the diet and wellness industry. Episode one dropping 6/21/21 Support the Show.