If you have anxiety or trouble sleeping, it may be related to your diet. Anxiety can be traced back to gluten and caffeine. It is also estimated that half of the country has a magnesium deficiency. Avocados and almonds are among the many foods in which you can increase your magnesium intake and get better sleep. In this episode, our nutritional specialists w ... Show More
Oct 29
About That Dirty Soda Trend - Ask a Nutritionist
Dirty sodas are taking over social media, but what's really in these colorful, customizable drinks? Registered dietitian Brandy Buro breaks down the popular dirty soda trend, including how much added sugar can be hiding in soda, flavored syrups, and creamers. Learn how regularly ... Show More
19m 36s
Oct 26
The Sleep-Cravings Connection
Ever notice that after a poor night's sleep, you're hungrier and craving more sugar or carbs? Licensed nutritionist Kara Carper and registered dietitian Brandy Buro explain how lack of sleep can affect hunger hormones, blood sugar, and the brain's response to food, making craving ... Show More
45m 25s
Oct 22
Why Your Body Needs Potassium (and How to Get Enough) - Ask a Nutritionist
Are you getting enough potassium in your diet? Registered dietitian Alyssa Krejci explains why this essential electrolyte matters for heart health, blood pressure, muscle function, and fluid balance. Discover potassium-rich foods beyond bananas, simple ways to get more potassium ... Show More
15m 44s
Jul 2024
2643: The 4 Worst Foods for Your Anxiety by Meagan Drillinger with Healthline on Nutrition Advice & Eating Healthy
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Episode 2643:
Meagan Drillinger, writing for Healthline, highlights four common foods that can exacerbate anxiety: alcohol, caffein ... Show More
12m 16s
Nov 2024
Anxiety, Caffeine, Alcohol, and Cheeseburgers (Episode 86)
Send a question or comment via text messageDo you have to give up coffee, tea, wine, pizza and cake to recover from an anxiety disorder? Well ... if you ask the Internet and consult general wellness influencers this question you're going to get answers that tend to collide with b ... Show More
46m 9s
Nov 2024
1: Nutrition’s Role in Reducing Stress
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into how proper nutrition can be a powerful tool in managing stress. We’ll discuss which foods are best for reducing stress, why it's important to limit caffeine and sugar, and how stress can lead to weight gain. If you're looking to bett ... Show More
4m 9s