Big things are on tap for Eat This, Not That! in the coming days, weeks, and months - Including, the first new Eat This, Not That! book in 12 years!!! Jon and Megan look ahead at where Eat This, Not That! is heading and where the podcast has been as it gets set for what’s next. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The PSL craze is in full swing and "Pumpkin season" seems to be starting earlier and earlier (thanks Starbucks!). Fortunately, if you don’t drink coffee (or just aren’t a PSL fan), there are plenty of pumpkin-themed treats out there, as well as plenty of pumpkin coffee drinks, from some of our favorite fast food stops. From donuts to coffee drinks, to frozen treats, Jon and Megan highlight some of their favorite fast-food pumpkin offerings out there. To learn more about listener data and our pri...
Where’s the beef? It is a question that more and more of us seem to be asking as the trend of plant-based packaged food options continues to grow. As groups like the American Heart Association and American Cancer Society continue to recommend curtailing your intake of red and processed meats, we are seeing more and more plant-based food options that make easy, and delicious, swaps for some of your favorite meat-based meals. From steak to tuna to sloppy joes, Jon and Megan highlight some of the l...
If you love dessert, you will love this episode. In this episode, Jon and Megan uncover some of the best desserts that all have fewer than 150 calories! From cookies, to cake, to ice cream, these tasty treats are the perfect guilt-free end to a meal, a tough day, or for a quick fix whenever you're craving a little something sweet — without weighing you down. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choice...
Everyone has heard the phrase “processed foods” by now, but many of us don’t really know what life would be like without them. Here’s a hint: Your health, mood, and appearance will improve—dramatically! If you need some incentive to finally tackle getting some of this damaging food out of your diet, Jon and Megan are here to help. In this episode, they highlight all of the ways -- the positive ways -- your body will change for the better when you cut back on processed foods. To learn more about ...
Summer breaks and vacations are great, but like all good things...they eventually come to an end. When they do, many of us can get stressed as we face the challenge of "getting back on track" and back to our normal routines. Stress no more. In this episode, Jon and Megan break down some easy tips to help you rest your diet, steady your schedule, and get back on track. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your...
Considering only nine percent of Americans hit their five-a-day vegetable quota according to the Centers for Disease Control, no produce is bad produce. Still, some savvy shopping and storage strategies can save you precious dollars, make your purchases last longer, and help you steer clear of bad bacteria so you’ll be more likely to join the fruit- and veggie-rocking ranks. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abo...
There are some major factors that influence your hair—genetics, age, hormones, nutrient deficiencies, and more. But what you eat is one of the few things you can do to control your hair’s appearance. Before you spend yet another year shelling out loads of cash on professional treatments or products to get the glossy locks you want, give some of these easy to find, delicious and nutrient-dense foods a try. By eating nutrient-rich foods that are scientifically proven to help your hair—and avoiding...
We are all looking for ways to boost our productivity, become more efficient, and, well, just get more stuff done. Instead of reaching for one of the latest and greatest self help promising the newest productivity-packed solution, maybe you should just grab a snack instead. In this episode, Jon and Megan highlight some of the foods that you probably already have in your kitchen that can actually make you more productive by boosting your brain, increasing your energy, and improving your sleep. Ge...
American is a Fast Food nation. According to a recent report from the CDC, more than 1 in 3 Americans eats Fast Food every day! We get it, it's fast (naturally), convenient to fit into our on-the-go-lifestyle, and for the most part pretty cheap. All of these factors make it a hard habit to turn away from. But Ann Marie Langrehr did! In this episode, Jon and Megan talk with EatThis.com's Ann Marie Langrehr who lived on a steady diet of fast foods, every day, until it was too much. She talks about...
Some people cut carbs all together as a first step to dropping weight, but if giving up bread and pasta isn't too appealing, we're here to give you some good news: You can still lose weight while eating carbs, but only if you eat the right ones. And by right ones, we mean complex carbs. In this episode, Jon and Megan break down the Eat This! list of carbs that you can stock up and enjoy, guilt free! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/priv...
We’ve all been there, opening the refrigerator door and trying to find some space — any space — to put newly bought groceries on. What’s eating up all of the shelf space anyway? Odds are you are wasting valuable fridge space on foods that not only don’t need to go in the there but actually shouldn’t go in there! That’s right, the cool air and environment of your refrigerator can actually break down the antioxidants in some fruits and halt the ripening process in other foods. This week, Jon and M...
While many of us know we should be cutting back on all the added sugars in our diet, how becomes the hard part. Added sugars have been connected to a host of health concerns including a recent study suggesting that just 3-4 ounces of sugary drinks per day can lead to an 18 percent rise in cancer risk! In this episode, Jon and Megan highlight some easy, and interesting, ways you can start to cut unnecessary added sugars from your diet. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices v...
In this week’s episode, Jon and Megan sit down with Keri Glassman, MS, RD, CDN, and founder of Nutritious Life to dive into the simple swaps, tips and tricks that the A-list nutritionist uses to manage eating well on a hectic schedule that YOU can use to eat healthier and feel better today. Keri helps us breakdown the latest diet fads and what it really means to “eat clean” while sharing her own daily eating plan for getting a balanced, nutritious and delicious meal no matter the situations. PLU...
We Americans like...no, LOVE...our fries. The average American eats 30 pounds of French Fries every year! So it should come as no surprise that our faithful fries have earned their own day. That’s right, there is a National Fry Day (July 13th). To make sure you get the most out of this “holiday”, Jon and Megan break down the Eat This, Not That! Picks for the best Fast Food Fries. PLUS: An easy recipe so you can make fries at home that may even be better than your go-to favorites. To learn more a...
We’ve all been there, diving into the refrigerator salivating at the thought of a second helping of the delicious dinner we made just a couple of nights ago. Unfortunately, more often than not, we are horribly disappointed when the leftovers don’t deliver because they are dry, tasteless, or even worse, a bit funky. In this episode, Jon and Megan uncover tips that will help you save your leftovers. You’ll be able to enjoy a quick and easy meal that will be as tender and tasty as the first time yo...
You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream,! Today, the ice cream options seem almost overwhelming.Not to worry, in this episode Jon and Megan break down the BEST PICKS from some of the newest options including the best non-dairy and light ice creams (and yes, they all taste delicious). PLUS: Some quirky, adventurous topping ideas for your next frozen treat and the two-step technique for nailing an instagram worthy scoop every time! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practi...
You may be well aware that additives like Trans Fats and High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) in your foods can have negative, even dire, consequences on our health - what about some of the additives you aren’t aware of? Believe it or not, there are other additives that are just as bad for us, or even worse for us, than this sugar-like sweetener. In this episode, Jon and Megan uncover all sorts of nasty things that food manufacturers put in your food in the name of extended shelf life, cheaper manufa...
Still using your ice cube tray to ONLY make ice to pop into your drinks? Well, after this episode you will have a whole new perspective and appreciation for just how versatile the humble ice cube tray actually is. In this episode, Megan and Jon uncover several new and fun ways you can use your ice cube tray as the ultimate kitchen/meal-prep multi tool. These simple hacks will save you valuable time and money! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyin...
Tea is on the rise in the U.S. and for good reason, numerous studies have highlighted the myriad health benefits associated with adding more tea to your diet. But, what teas are right for you and your health goals? Black, Green, Oolong or Rooibos? Does it matter if you drink it bot or cold? IN this episode, Jon and Megan help answer some of thee questions so you can get up to speed on this growing health trend. From energizing teas to stress-busting brews, this episode is your crash course to fi...
We are guessing that you are just as excited as we are to fire up the grill for the season. If so, Jon and Megan are here to help as they make sure you are armed and ready with the BEST picks for your weekend BBQ. In this episode, they’ll help you cut through some of the confusion on what to grill so you can focus on cooking it up and serving the best foods (sausages, hot dogs, hamburgers, etc…) to your family and friends. So, let’s get to our Grill This, Not That! Picks which have been carefull...
Fire up the grill! Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Family Reunions or just a weekend gathering of friends and family are all great occasions to fire up the grill and deliver a tray of hot, juicy, delicious burgers. However, in our rush to deliver a delicious meal, and entertain, and keep taps on everything else we end up making critical mistakes that end up delivering dry, charred, tasteless burgers instead. In this episode, Jon and Megan help you fix some of the most common burger mistakes to ens...
Believe it or not there has been a dramatic shift in the way we eat in the past couple of years. Just a couple of years ago - for the first time ever - Americans spent more money per year eating out than they did at the grocery store. We are eating out kore than ever before and for many of us that means Fast Food! In this episode, Jon and Megan round up some of the most surprising -- and even shocking -- facts about fast food that will hopefully stick with you the next time you find yourself pul...
I think we all know by now that Mom was right. And while many of us are trying to get more veggies into our daily meals, many of us are making common cooking mistakes that are destroying the very nutrients we want to get from a healthy dose of produce. Don’t worry, the fix to all of them are super simple! In this episode, Jon and Megan uncover some of the most common cooking mistakes we make and provide easy solutions so you can keep packing in the veggies - and all of the valuable nutrition the...
Looking for a simple solution to many of the health issues plaguing is today? The solution might be a bit “fishy” Whether you love it or hate it (kind like it maybe?), there is no denying the myriad health benefits of adding more fish to your diet. In this episode, Jon and Megan take you through all of the reasons you should add more fish to your diet including a decreased risk of disease, better brain health, and a faster metabolism. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices v...
Salads should be a refreshing, crisp, light, nutrient-packed meal that provides you what you need to cut calories and improve your health. Unfortunately, many of the most popular “salads” on menus today have more calories and fat that a Burger! One popular restaurant is now serving up a salad that has more than 2,000 calories and 100 grams of fat!! In this episode, Jon and Megan uncover some of these salad bombs and help you navigate the menu at your favorite restaurant by helping you know what ...
We’ve all been there, dry, tough, tasteless chicken dinners. In this episode, Jon and Megan help you fix your chicken dinner to go from ho-hum dinner standby to tender, juicy, tasty crowd pleaser by helping you fix some common mistakes that will double down on your kitchen skills — chicken will never be the same after this episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastcho...
An eye-popping recent study, looking at the eating habits of people from 195 countries, recently brought to light the dramatic impact that bad diets are having on our overall mortality rates. The shocking findings? 11 million people die each year around the world because of, at least in part, of certain foods or lack of nutritious foods. Bad diets are responsible for more deaths around the world than any other risk factor. In this episode, Jon and Megan explore some of the key findings of the st...
After the dark days of winter, or maybe just a rough weekend, many of us look for “Detox” solutions to set our bodies right so we can get back to seizing the day. However, you don’t need to turn to drastic, or sketchy, detox methods that border on extreme and probably are more likely to make a bad situation worse. Instead, Jon and Megan share the eight best foods to stock up on to truly cleanse your body the right way. So put down the vinegar and cayenne and give yourself a lift, torture free. T...
Whole 30 has been around for about a decade now and its popularity parallels the growing interest in “clean eating.” It was started by Melissa Hartwig, a Certified Sports Nutritionist and co-creator of the original Whole30 program, which has now grown into a true franchise with four New York Times bestselling books. In this episode of Diet Decoded, Jon and Megan break down everything you need to know before considering if the restrictive 30-day “reset” plan is for you. You may have to give up a ...
