Eating unhealthy foods is a common reaction to times of stress and fear. However, those unhealthy foods also lead to more anxiety and then a vicious cycle continues. Two nutritionists share what happens biochemically to your brain and body during this process and how you can stop the cycle once and for all.
Jun 29
Not Getting Enough Fiber? Start Here
Fiber is having a moment, but it's much more than a trend. In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, registered dietitians Leah Kleintrot and Teresa Wagner explain why fiber is essential for healthy digestion, balanced blood sugar, gut health, appetite control, heart health, and l ... Show More
33m 43s
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
Jun 2022
The reason you’re stress eating right now
Do you reach for more food when you’re stressed-out? Don't worry, many of us have been there and it’s completely normal, says Rebecca Gawthorne. The dietitian and nutritionist shares strategies for tackling your diet during a stressful period in life (er, right now?!). WANT MOR ... Show More
9m 16s
May 2020
Ep72: Are You Eating Your Emotions?
There are lots of reasons we look to food to solve our problems. Maybe we're bored, stressed, overworked… whatever the emotion, we have comfort food to satisfy it. Can you imagine what happens to our bodies, year after year of this behavior? I bring on expert Mina Shafik, a licen ... Show More
1 h