Let's talk about veganism in the Black community, shall we? Today's mini-episode is a continuation of a conversation we had with our favorite podcast guest Marquisele "Mikey" Mercedes. As a Presidential Fellow at the Brown University School of Public Health, Mikey's doctoral training focuses on the intersection of fat studies and race/ism. Mikey shares her i ... Show More
Oct 8
Q&A: How much protein do I really need—and when should I eat it?
How much protein is actually enough, and does it matter when you eat it? Wendy breaks it all down in this episode, with practical goals for protein intake, why distribution matters, and ways to sneak it in without overthinking. Whether you’re vegetarian, perimenopausal, or just t ... Show More
6m 3s
Oct 1
Movement Hacks for Blood Sugar (Even if You Hate the Gym)
Today we are talking about movement hacks—realistic, everyday ways to support your blood sugar and health goals. We’re exploring how small shifts in daily movement can have a big impact on energy, insulin sensitivity, and overall well-being.Jess and Wendy break down the science b ... Show More
26m 43s
Sep 24
Q&A: Is it bad if I eat dinner at 9 PM?
Late dinner guilt? Let’s talk about it. In this episode, Jess unpacks the science behind eating late and why timing isn’t everything. You’ll learn when late dinners might be totally fine, and when they could affect your sleep, digestion, or blood sugar. With real-life client exam ... Show More
6m 9s
Jun 2020
John Lewis + John Salley Are Black In America
“You’re not going to be liked by everybody but if someone’s going to hate you – let them hate you for doing the right thing.”John LewisToday I reconnect with my friends John Salley & John Lewis to discuss the black experience, race in America, food injustice, and where we go fro ... Show More
1h 46m
Apr 2023
The New Science of Eating Well with Professor Tim Spector #350
Professor Tim Spector rarely eats bananas these days. He treats a glass of fruit juice as he would a can of cola. And, despite having to watch his blood pressure, he no longer restricts the salt he adds to food. Controversial views? Perhaps, if heard out of context. But, as Tim e ... Show More
2h 6m
Mar 2023
It's Time for Fat Liberation with Jessica Wilson
In this week’s episode, Bonnie is joined by Registered Dietitian, Jessica Wilson. Jessica is a clinical dietitian, consultant and author, whose experiences navigating the dietetic fields as a Black, queer dietitian have been featured on public radio shows and in print media, in ... Show More
35m 29s
Mar 2022
[Repost] #196: Diet Culture's Racist Roots with Sabrina Strings, Sociologist and Author of Fearing the Black Body
Sociologist and author Sabrina Strings joins us to discuss her new book, Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia; the history of how “race science” led to the development of diet culture; the many problems with using weight as a measure of health; how culture inf ... Show More
1h 23m