Yogurt makers can now say that eating yogurt reduces the risk of Type 2 diabetes. What do know about this new “qualified claim”? Mentioned in this episode: Dairy consumption and risk of type 2 diabetes (BMS Medicine) Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.  Find Monica's blog and other programs at Nutrition Over Easy ..read more

How does our desire to avoid processed foods square with our out-of-control snacking habits? References: 2024 Food & Health Survey - International Food Information Council Snacking: A cause for concern - ScienceDirect Snack Food, Satiety, and Weight - PubMed (nih.gov) What Is a Snack, Why Do We Snack, and How Can We Choose Better Snacks? A Review of the Definitions of Snacking, Motivations to Snack, Contributions to Dietary Intake, and Recommendations for Improvement - PubMed (nih.gov) Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Hav ..read more

All about prebiotic sodas including their fiber content, health benefits, and how they compare to kombucha. Mentioned in this episode: ND 412 What Apple Cider Vinegar Can (and Can't) Do For You Nutrition GPA app Research: Health Effects and Sources of Prebiotic Dietary Fiber - PMC (nih.gov) Global, distinctive, and personal changes in molecular and microbial profiles by specific fibers in humans: Cell Host & Microbe Inulin (a prebiotic fiber): Health benefits and risks (medicalnewstoday.com) Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecas ..read more

Exploring the world of kefir, from its health benefits to its unique fermentation process.  Related links: https://culturesforhealth.com/ Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.  Find Monica's blog and other programs at Nutrition Over Easy.   Nutrition Diva is a part of the Quick and Dirty Tips podcast networ ..read more

A new study adds more doubt to the value of fish oil supplementation for heart disease prevention. Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.  Find Monica's blog and other programs at Nutrition Over Easy.   Nutrition Diva is a part of the Quick and Dirty Tips podcast network.   LINKS: Transcripts: https://nutrit ..read more

Learn why whole foods often provide a nutritional edge, when supplements might be necessary, and how timing impacts nutrient availability. Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 443-961-6206. Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.  Find Monica's blog and other programs at Nutrition Over Easy.   Nutrition Diva is a part of the Quick and Dirty Tips podcast network ..read more

Magnesium may or may not help prevent muscle cramps. Here’s why. References: Magnesium for muscle cramps | Cochrane An Evidence-Based Review of the Pathophysiology, Treatment, and Prevention of Exercise-Associated Muscle Cramps | Journal of Athletic Training (allenpress.com) Cause of Exercise Associated Muscle Cramps (EAMC) — altered neuromuscular control, dehydration or electrolyte depletion? | British Journal of Sports Medicine (bmj.com) Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@q ..read more

Bloggers recommend everything from bleach to baking soda. Food safety experts insist that tap water is all you need. What’s the best way to kill germs on fresh produce? Related listening: We’re losing the sodium wars—but potassium could help turn the tide (Nutrition Diva #708) Research references: Antibacterial action of vinegar against food-borne pathogenic bacteria including Escherichia coli | National Library of Medicine | 1998 Aug (nih.gov) Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel, MS, LDN.  Transcripts are available at Simplecast. Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrit ..read more

Learn how what you eat affects how you feel. Related listening:   How Food Affects Mood (Part 1) (Nutrition Diva #282) How Food Affects Mood (Part 2) (Nutrition Diva #283) A provocative new study on ultra-processed foods (Nutrition Diva #735) We need a better way to define ultra-processed food (Nutrition Diva #757 BONUS) Research references: Ketogenic Diet Intervention on Metabolic and Psychiatric Health in Bipolar and Schizophrenia: A Pilot Trial | Psychiatry Research | Volume 335, May 2024 (sciencedirect.com) Association of Western and traditional diets with depression and anxiety ..read more

Sea moss supplements are promoted as being good for thyroid, digestive, skin and immune health. What’s the evidence to support the claims? Related listening: The Carrageenan Controversy (Nutrition Diva #276) Research references: Review of harmful gastrointestinal effects of carrageenan in animal experiments. | Environmental Health Perspectives | Vol. 109, No. 10 (nih.gov) Effects of kelp supplementation on thyroid function in euthyroid subjects - PubMed (nih.gov) Risks and benefits of consuming edible seaweeds | Nutrition Reviews | Oxford Academic (oup.com) Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica R ..read more