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Advanced Clinical Counseling Strategies for Obesity Mar 06, 2017

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Host: Prathima Setty, MD

More than one third of US adults are considered obese, and obesity-related conditions including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and certain cancers are now among the leading causes of preventable death in the United States. How are health care providers tackling this national and global problem?

Dr. Prathima Setty talks with Dr. Neeraj Bhushan, an internal medicine physician with extensive experience in obesity and associated chronic illnesses, about how physicians can approach and counsel their patients in regard to managing obesity and obesity-related conditions.

Brain Food for Seniors: Dietary Impacts on Cognition and Longevity Jan 16, 2017

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Host: Kathy King, RDN

Can good nutrition improve cognition in the aging brain, as well as expand life spans in older adults? Host Kathy King speaks with dietitian and nutrition consultant Matthew Ruscigno about the latest research and subsequent dietetic recommendations aimed at seniors. They discuss which foods and dietary practices are now associated with helping seniors preserve cognition and live longer.

The Dietitian's Guide to Food Allergies, Intolerances, and Sensitivites Jan 09, 2017

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Host: Kathy King, RDN

It's estimated that 4 - 8% of the U.S. population has at least one food allergy, and the incidence rate appears to be growing. How do we explain this harmful trend in public health, and what can clinicians and patients do to help mitigate the risk of developing food allergies?

Host Kathy King is joined by Debra Indorato, nutrition advisor for Kids With Allergies, which is a division of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. The two discuss the latest understandings and dietetic approaches to food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances.

Building Bone Vitality Without Dairy, Calcium, Estrogen, or Drugs: Is It Nutritionally Possible? Jan 03, 2017

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Host: Kathy King, RDN

Osteoporosis treatments most commonly focus on drugs, hormone replacement therapies, and mineral supplements. But are there other effective ways to build bone vitality?

On this episode of NutritionEdge, Kathy King speaks with Dr. Amy Lanou, Professor and Chair of Health and Wellness at the University of North Carolina-Asheville. Dr. Lanou is author of the book Building Bone Vitality: A Revolutionary Diet Plan to Prevent Bone Loss and Reverse Osteoporosis—Without Dairy, Calcium, Estrogen, or Drugs.

The Rising Diabulimia Epidemic: Safeguarding Diabetic Patients with Eating Disorders Dec 19, 2016

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Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP

Diabulimia, defined as the manipulation of insulin treatments by Type 1 diabetic patients in order to lose weight, is a rising problem among teens and young adults in the U.S, particularly young women. Joining Dr. Brian McDonough to discuss this dual diagnosis phenomenon of diabetes and eating disorders, ways in which they exacerbate other disease processes, the long term consequences, and management priorities for phycisians is author and registered dietitian Susan Weiner. Susan is a recipient of the AADE Diabetes Educator of the Year award and has devoted much of her writing and clinical expertise to addressing diabulimia in at-risk patients.

Beyond Bone Health: The Nutritional Scoop on Vitamin D Dec 19, 2016

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Host: Kathy King, RDN

Joining Kathy King to talk about vitamin D at the molecular, physiological, and clinical levels is Susan Allen, certified clinical nutritionist and owner of Next Level Functional Nutrition based in Tampa, FL.

11 Essential Foods for Infants and Children: Guidelines to Healthy Eating Sep 12, 2016

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Host: Jennifer Caudle, DO

Parents today are bombarded with confusing and sometimes harmful information in regard to which foods are best to give their kids. Nutritional guidelines are constantly changing and parents don’t know who to trust for medically sound and proven advice that works.

Host Dr. Jennifer Caudle sits down with Dr. Tanya Altmann, pediatrician, founder of Calabasas Pediatrics, and author of the book, What to Feed Your Baby: A Pediatrician’s Guide to the 11 Essential Foods to Guarantee Veggie-Loving, No Fuss, Healthy Eating Kids. The two talk about the importance of introducing children to healthy eating habits from an early age to ensure a good eating adult lifestyle.

Diets with More Plant Protein Linked to Lower Risk of Death Aug 01, 2016

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According to a new study, eating a diet that includes more plant-based protein is associated with a lower risk of death, while eating more animal protein is associated with a higher risk of death, especially among adults with at least one unhealthy behavior such as smoking, drinking alcohol, being overweight or living a sedentary lifestyle.
Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital examined how each protein source influenced long-term health. They looked at more than 131,000 adults participating in two long-running national health studies. Participants provided 25 to 30 years of detailed data on diet, lifestyle, and medical conditions. Researchers reviewed detailed food questionnaires that were sent to the participants every four years.
They found that higher intake of animal protein was positively associated with mortality and that the association was higher among adults who lived an unhealthy lifestyle. Substituting plant protein for animal protein, especially processed red meat, was associated with lower mortality, suggesting the importance of protein source.

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Help for People with Gluten Sensitivities at Restaurants Jul 11, 2016

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Host: Matt Birnholz, MD

The simple act of going out to eat can be a tricky proposition for people dealing with gluten intolerance or sensitivity issues. A new portable device is aiming to help people with this problem by allowing them to test food’s gluten content and help find foods that they are able to eat.

Host Dr. Matt Birnholz talks with guest Carla Borsoi, Vice President of Marketing at 6Sensor Labs, about how this device will assist people living with gluten intolerance or sensitivity issues.

Optimal Nutrition Planning for Marathon Runners Jun 27, 2016

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Host: Kathy King, RDN

Traditionally, marathon runners eat a high carbohydrate meal before a race to maximize the storage of glycogen in their muscles. But is this the best method to ensure race endurance?

Host Kathy King chats with sport nutritionist Nancy Clark about the best nutrition and diet strategies for training and running a marathon.

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