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Are You Low In Protein? The Early Signs to Watch For Jan 05, 2026

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Protein is trending, but most people still aren’t eating enough of it, especially at breakfast. In this episode, registered dietitians Melanie Beasley and Britni Vincent share the sneaky signs you’re low in protein and simple ways to start getting more real-food protein into your day.

Client Success Story with Cheryl [REPLAY] Jan 01, 2026

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This episode was originally broadcast on 12-23-2024.

After trying to lose weight in the past without much success, Cheryl joined our Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Foundations program, took the ongoing support classes, participated in our cooking classes, and worked with our dietitians. Two years later, she’s joining us on our podcast with her dietitian Teresa to share her story of achieving AND maintaining significant weight loss… and even better… finding peace with food, feeling good, and improving her health markers. Tune in to this episode to hear Cheryl and Teresa talk about the before, what she did to lose the weight, and what she’s doing now to enjoy and keep her health for the long haul.

2026 Health Goals: Where Nutritionists Want You to Start Dec 29, 2025

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If a nutritionist were setting your 2026 health goals, where would they tell you to start? In this episode, registered dietitians Leah Kleinschrodt and Teresa Wagner share the foundational habits they recommend most often, including simple nutrition priorities, realistic goal setting, and small changes that actually stick. It’s a refreshingly doable approach to starting the new year feeling supported, not overwhelmed.

How Does Cortisol Relate to Weight? - Ask a Nutritionist [REPLAY] Dec 25, 2025

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Cortisol gets a lot of blame when it comes to weight gain, especially around the midsection - but what does this stress hormone actually do? In this Ask a Nutritionist replay, registered dietitian Britni Vincent explains how cortisol works in the body, how stress, sleep, food, and blood sugar influence it, and why managing daily stressors is crucial.

Why Protein Matters Even More in Menopause Dec 22, 2025

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If you’ve heard you should “eat more protein” but aren’t sure why or how it applies to menopause, this episode is for you. Dietitians Melanie Beasley and Britni Vincent explain what’s happening in the body during this phase of life and why protein is foundational for feeling strong, steady, and nourished.

Easy To Make Party Food: Dietitian-Approved Apps & Mocktails - Ask a Nutritionist Dec 18, 2025

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In this Ask a Nutritionist episode, registered dietitian Amy Crum shares how to bring party food and mocktails that actually support steady energy, balanced blood sugar, and feeling good during the holidays, without being boring or complicated. If you’re tired of defaulting to the veggie tray (or feeling “off” after parties), this episode will give you practical, dietitian-approved guidance to help you show up nourished and confident, no recipe hunting required.

What Our Nutritionists Do (and Recommend You Do) When the Holiday Treat Season Hits Dec 15, 2025

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The holidays are full of food, treats, parties, and pressure-and even nutritionists have to navigate it all. In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, dietitians Britni Vincent and Brandy Buro share what they actually do to feel good through the holiday season without missing out. This is a realistic, no-guilt conversation about eating real food, staying nourished, and enjoying the holidays in a way that supports your health and your happiness.

[Replay] Healthiest Oils For Cooking: Which To Use (and Which to Skip) - Ask a Nutritionist Dec 11, 2025

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Confused about which cooking oils are actually healthy, and which ones turn harmful once they hit the pan? This episode breaks down the oils we trust in our kitchens and why. You’ll learn the difference between extra virgin, cold-pressed, expeller-pressed, refined, “light,” and more… plus which oils hold up to high heat and which should stay at low temps or off the stove entirely. If you’ve ever wondered whether olive oil is safe for roasting or what to use for high-heat cooking, this episode gives you a simple, real-food guide to choosing the right oil every time.

This episode originally aired August 17, 2023 with the title "Good Oils"

Beat Brain Fog: Why It Happens and How to Fix It Dec 08, 2025

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Struggling with mental fatigue, forgetfulness, or difficulty concentrating? In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, dietitians Melanie Beasley and Britni Vincent break down the root causes of brain fog and how simple nutrition shifts can help clear the mental haze. They discuss blood sugar balance, inflammation, gluten sensitivity, nutrient deficiencies, hormonal changes, stress, hydration, and the surprising foods that can either fuel or drain your brain. Learn what to eat (and what to avoid), how to build brain-boosting meals, and the lifestyle habits that support clearer thinking, steadier moods, and better long-term brain health.

The Lab & Health Tests Nutritionists Recommend (and Why) - Ask a Nutritionist Dec 04, 2025

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In this Ask a Nutritionist episode, dietitian Brandy Buro walks you through the key labs she likes to see at an annual physical, including vitamin D, fasting glucose, insulin, A1C, liver enzymes, and a full cholesterol panel. She also explains advanced heart-health markers, when tests like ferritin or thyroid panels are helpful, and how “optimal” ranges differ from standard “normal” lab ranges. You’ll learn how to prepare for bloodwork, what to ask your doctor for, and how to use your results as a roadmap for better energy, mood, metabolism, and long-term health.

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