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The real truth about fiber supplements your digestive health needs
Episode 805
Monica explores whether fiber supplements like Metamucil or Benefiber are necessary for digestive health. While fiber is crucial for digestion, heart…
1 year ago
Can tomatoes make you happier? What a new study suggests
Episode 804
A new study suggests that lycopene may have antidepressant-like effects in mice. But what does this really mean for you?
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1 year ago
Finally, relief for those agonizing leg cramps?
Episode 803
A new study finds that vitamin K2 may be helpful for nighttime leg cramps. What else can it do for us?
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The truth about magnesium an…
1 year, 1 month ago
Why we crave junk food at night (and what to do about it)
Episode 802
Why do late-night snack cravings hit so hard? It’s more than just willpower—circadian rhythms, sleep, and modern habits all play a role. Here’s how t…
1 year, 1 month ago
Why you should eat more beans (and how to make it easier)
Episode 801
Experts say we need to eat more beans. Let’s look at why (and how) we should do this.
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What is the FODMAP diet? (Nutrition Diva #236…
1 year, 1 month ago
800 Episodes Later: How nutrition science has changed since 2008
Episode 800
In this special 800th episode, Monica takes a look back at how much nutrition science has changed since the podcast started in 2008. From low-carb di…
1 year, 1 month ago
BONUS: Attack of the killer... Brussels sprout?
In this special bonus episode, Monica responds to a listener who wrote her about a claim from Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy suggesting eating Brussels s…
1 year, 1 month ago
These two nutrients may prevent cognitive decline, but there is a catch
Episode 799
Explore what science says about DHA and folic acid for brain health—and who most benefits from taking them.
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Surprising study results…
1 year, 2 months ago
What is gymnema sylvestre and can it help with sugar cravings?
Episode 798
Diving into the science behind Gymnema sylvestre, an herb that dulls sweet taste perception and may reduce sugar cravings. Why this "sugar destroyer"…
1 year, 2 months ago
Is high fructose corn syrup really that bad?
Episode 797
Is high fructose corn syrup as harmful as its reputation suggests? Monica revisits the HFCS debate to separate science from misinformation. Learn how…
1 year, 2 months ago