Host Ginger Hultin discusses the importance of protein intake with Kelly Jones, a fellow registered dietitian and sports nutrition specialist. They debunk myths around protein requirements, highlight discrepancies in media reports, and emphasize the significance of individualized protein intake needs. The conversation delves into protein requirements for athletes, pregnant and postpartum women, and everyday active individuals. In this episode, we’ll cover: 03:47 Understanding Protein Needs and R...
Jul 02, 2024•39 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Host Ginger Hultin is joined by the founder of the Functional Medicine Movement, Dr. Jeffrey Bland. They delve into the realms of functional medicine, focusing on women's health, sleep, nutrition, and the immune system. Dr. Bland shares his insights on perimenopause and menopause from a functional and integrative perspective, highlighting the importance of addressing women's health beyond just balancing hormones. They also discuss social determinants of health, and how our social environments im...
Jun 18, 2024•25 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Host Ginger Hultin dives deep into the world of functional medicine with Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the founder of the Functional Medicine Movement. They explore the core principles of functional medicine, discussing how it looks at the root causes of health issues rather than just treating symptoms. The conversation covers the importance of personalized medicine, the intersection of traditional and functional medicine, and how modern science can rejuvenate the immune system. They also discuss practical...
Jun 04, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Host Ginger Hultin talks with gut health nutrition expert and registered dietitian Kate Scarlata all about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). They explore its prevalence, symptoms, treatments, and the stigma often associated with this gastrointestinal issue. Discover the importance of diet, including the controversial low FODMAP diet, and why a multidisciplinary approach to treatment is crucial. Learn about the science behind IBS, the role of the gut microbiome, and how conditions like small intest...
May 21, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Stay in-the-know on the hottest trending topics in health and nutrition with The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, sponsored by Orgain. Join host Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN, CSO, an integrative dietitian nutritionist, as she speaks with some of the most inspiring and passionate subject-matter experts in nutrition, health, and wellness. Each episode explores the science behind popular trends in nutrition and health, debunks common myths, and provides healthcare professionals and health-minded consumers w...
May 10, 2024•2 min
Host Ginger Hultin talks with gut health nutrition expert and registered dietitian, Kate Scarlata, to explore the world of gut microbiome dynamics. From the impact of neurotransmitters like serotonin on our mood to the intricate dance between different microbes in our gut, they delve deep into how our gut health impacts our mental and physical health. They bust myths surrounding probiotics and fermented foods, highlight the significant influence of dietary choices on gut microbiome diversity, an...
May 07, 2024•44 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Host Ginger Hultin talks with Chris Vogliano, a PhD and registered dietitian with a global perspective on food systems. They deep dive into the intersection of nutrition, sustainability, and the future of food systems. They explore how dietary diversity, the power of legumes, and technological innovations like lab-grown meat can contribute to a more sustainable global food system. The conversation covers the triple bottom line of people, planet, and profit, the impact of food choices on biodiver...
Apr 30, 2024•44 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Host Ginger Hultin talks with Chris Vogliano, a PhD and registered dietitian with a global perspective on food systems. Together, they dissect the deep-rooted connections between our dietary choices, health, environmental sustainability, and the profound impact of our food systems on climate change. They explore the role of diversity in our diets, specifically the importance of incorporating plant-based foods for both personal and planetary health. The dialogue sheds light on pressing issues suc...
Apr 16, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 37
In this episode, host Ginger Hultin talks with registered dietitian nutritionist Vandana Sheth, to unpack the truths and challenges of diabetes management. Vandana shares her personal connection to diabetes, which has fueled her passion and specialization in the field. Together, they demystify the condition, discussing the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and the importance of early intervention, nutrition and lifestyle changes. In this episode, we’ll cover: 00:28 The Power of Nutr...
Apr 02, 2024•35 min•Season 2Ep. 36
In this episode, registered dietitian nutritionist Vandana Sheth shares how a plant-based diet can have positive health impacts and still be culturally relevant for anyone looking to make changes to what they eat. Vandana grew up in India and moved to the U.S. as an adult, more than 30 years ago. She shares what she learned from her mom’s healthy cooking and how she adapted that practice to life in the U.S. She and host Ginger Hultin also discuss specific plant-based swaps to increase nutrition,...
Mar 19, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 35
In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN, CSO, sits down with our producer and gets personal. Ginger talks about the life experiences that led her to become a dietitian and she shares her work and exercise goals for 2024. Throughout their conversation, Ginger gives guidance for how to make sustainable changes in your life and what the research says about aging and longevity. In this episode, we’ll cover: 00:20 Journey to Becoming a Registered Dietitian 01:...
Feb 13, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 34
In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, welcomes Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN, CSO, our new host for 2024. They reflect on past episodes and dissect pearls of wisdom shared by our guests. Mary and Ginger also discuss emerging trends in the wellness and nutrition space and share predictions for what everyone will be talking about in 2024. Plus, they’ll share personal goals and resolutions for the year ahead. In this episode, we’ll cover: 00:00 Introduction and Wel...
Jan 23, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 33
In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, speaks with Dr. Drew Ramsey, MD, who is a psychiatrist, author, professor and organic farmer. Dr. Ramsey is a clear voice in the mental health conversation and one of psychiatry's leading proponents of using nutritional interventions. Tune in as they discuss how nutrition can support mental health. In this episode we’ll cover: (11:05) Defining mental fitness (17:36) Foods to support mental health (27:41) Addressing me...
Dec 05, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, speaks with Kelly Jones, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, who is a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, and owner of both Kelly Jones Nutrition and Student Athlete Nutrition. Kelly has created medical fitness programs for internationally recognized fitness clubs and consults with national sports organizations, including Major League Baseball, USA Swimming and New York Road Runners. Tune in as they discuss strength traini...
Nov 07, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, speaks with Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster, DO, MPH, MA, FAAP, a pediatrician, health coach, author and speaker who champions a plant-based nutrition lifestyle. Tune in as they explore nutrition for children from fostering a healthy relationship with food, to creating good habits, to plant-forward eating. In this episode we’ll cover: (5:44) Biggest Health Challenges Kids Face Today (7:55) Dr. Yami’s 5 Pillars of Healthy E...
Oct 10, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, speaks with Doctor and Chef Robert E. Graham, MD, who is a Harvard-trained researcher, physician, food activist and chef, to discuss the “Food As Medicine” approach. Tune in as they take a deeper dive into the role food can play in helping patients improve their health to live happier, more fulfilling lives. In this episode we’ll cover: (9:36) Defining “Food As Medicine” (20:55) How Food As Medicine Approach Can Help ...
Sep 12, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, speaks with Dr. Taniqua Miller, MD, FACOG, NCMP, a board-certified OB/GYN and national certified menopause practitioner, to discuss how women can improve their health and quality of life during menopause. Tune in as they take a deeper dive into menopause, and how to empower and support women and those assigned female at birth who are preparing for, or navigating, the mid-life health journey. In this episode we’ll cove...
Aug 08, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, speaks with Dr. Emeran Mayer, one of the foremost experts on the gut-brain-immune connection, to discuss how to harness the power of the mind-gut connection to take charge of our health. Tune in as they breakdown how the mind-gut connection affects mental health, immune function, along with diet & lifestyle changes to help balance the gut to improve full-body health. In this episode we’ll cover: (4:47) How the min...
Jul 11, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Eating disorders in men are considered underdiagnosed and undertreated, and stigma around male body image can prevent men from opening up about feelings of body shame. In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN speaks with Aaron Flores, registered dietitian and Certified Body Trust Provider, to discuss men’s health and nutrition from a non-diet approach. This Men’s Health Month, tune in as they discuss how men can improve their relationships with food, the impa...
Jun 06, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Hormonal health can be impacted by a variety of factors, such as stress, sleep, exercise and diet. In this episode, Melissa Groves Azzaro, RDN, LD, also known as “The Hormone Dietitian,” and host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN dive into root causes of hormone imbalances and share diet and lifestyle tips to help restore hormone balance. In this episode we’ll cover: (3:13) The role of hormones in women's health (5:46) Types of hormone imbalances (7:10) How to tell if an issue is related to hormones (10:07) R...
May 02, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Reducing your food waste can help you eat healthier, save money, and support the Earth. Listen in as national food waste expert Dana Gunders and host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN discuss mindset shifts and share actionable strategies to help you reduce how much food you throw away. In this episode we’ll cover: (5:09) Why we should be concerned about food waste (8:20) Root causes of food waste (12:14) Mindset shifts & strategies to help you reduce your food waste (24:49) Thoughts on convenience foods ...
Apr 04, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Take our survey to inform future episodes of this podcast: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8CG3NL2 . This National Nutrition Month, registered dietitians Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN and our host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN discuss today’s top nutrition trends, what it means to eat “healthy” and their thoughts on this month’s theme, “Fuel for the Future.” In this episode we’ll cover: (3:32) Maya’s journey to becoming a registered dietitian (6:54) Thoughts on today’s top nutrition trends (10:33) What it means...
Mar 14, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Listen in as Memorial Sloan Kettering oncology dietitian Cara Anselmo, MS, RDN, CDN and host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN share advice for people newly diagnosed with cancer, plus nutrition recommendations and tips to help manage side effects of treatment. In this episode we’ll cover: (3:07) Cara’s path to becoming an oncology dietitian (4:39) Advice for people newly diagnosed with cancer (8:17) Steps to optimize nutrition after a cancer diagnosis (12:14) Managing side effects of cancer treatments (17:38...
Feb 14, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 22
When setting health goals, mindfulness is a tool that can help make them more achievable. Host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN and internal medicine physician and meditation instructor Dr. Jill Wener discuss strategies for mindful goal-setting and the health benefits of meditation. At the end, Dr. Wener takes listeners through a guided self-compassion practice that you won’t want to miss! In this episode we’ll cover: (1:50) Jill’s journey from practicing physician to meditation instructor (3:52) Why people ...
Jan 24, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Environmental toxins can have a significant burden on human health, yet the topic remains rife with confusion and misinformation. In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, is joined by Dr. Rupa Marya to explore the connection between environmental toxins, food systems, and human health. Tune in as Dr. Marya explains the different types of environmental toxins, how they can inflict and exacerbate chronic inflammation and other health conditions, and the steps ...
Dec 13, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 20
According to the CDC, more than 37 million Americans have diabetes, and 1 in 3 Americans are living with prediabetes. In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN is joined by registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator, Kim Rose, RDN, CDCES, CNSC, LD, to explore the current state of diabetes, including how it disproportionally impacts people of color, and effective dietary and lifestyle strategies to prevent, manage and control diabetes. Plus, Kim dives...
Nov 15, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Motivated by research, lifestyle medicine is an evidence-based approach that targets modifiable behaviors to prevent, treat, and potentially reverse, chronic disease. In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN is joined by Founder and President of the nonprofit Preventive Medicine Research Institute, Dr. Dean Ornish, to explore the undeniable impact of positive lifestyle changes to optimize health. Tune in as they discuss the key pillars of health, including im...
Oct 11, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Increased awareness and medicinal use of cannabidiol (CBD) has sparked the need for consumer education from trusted sources. In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN is joined by Holistic Cannabis Practitioner, Janice Newell Bissex, MS, RDN, FAND, to explore the growing body of evidence supporting the use of CBD for common health conditions including pain, anxiety, inflammation, insomnia, and more. Tune in as they debunk common misconceptions about cannabis, ...
Sep 13, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 17
The C.D.C. reports that the coronavirus has already infected more than half of Americans. Now, more than two years into the pandemic, we are learning more about the virus, prevention, treatment and its long-term impacts on health. In this episode of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN is joined by internationally renowned physician and researcher Dr. William Li to discuss his research into COVID-19. Tune in as Dr. Li discusses how diet and nutrition can support your body’s...
Aug 09, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 16
A towering body of research suggests that plant-based diets have significant advantages on health and the planet. However, for those that live in food deserts or struggle financially, it can be difficult to adopt and sustain a plant-rich approach to eating. In this special episode, host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, is joined by Orgain’s CEO and Founder, Dr. Andrew Abraham, and award-winning artist, actor, and activist, Common. Tune in as they share about their recent collaboration and dive into importan...
Jul 19, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 15
