I was having a discussion with a friend recently and a discussion came up that I've had quite a few times before. He asked me, which is more important: exercise or nutrition? And in my typical fashion I gave an incredibly long-winded response that didn't provide an answer to the question, but appeared to be helpful nevertheless. So on this episode I am going to give you my take on this discussion and explain whether I think exercise or nutrition is more important and why. I think that you will b...
Jun 03, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today, I have a simple, practical episode where I discuss 10 nutritious foods that you may want to include in your diet. My approach to nutrition is focused on meeting your nutrition needs and maximizing the health promoting potential of the diet. One of the ways to do that is by adding in more nutrient dense foods that have shown to have positive effects on health. Today on the show I discuss 10 foods that have some strong research backing their use....
May 27, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 63
A report was published by the American Cancer Society with some updated statistics and this report led to a number of headlines that have caused some concern for a lot of people. Many headlines highlighted the fact that there are over 2 million cancer cases in the US, more than ever before. Others highlight the increasing cancer rates among young people. As we all know headlines can be misleading, so I brought my friend Dr. Krystle Zuniga on to the show to discuss the details of the report. On t...
May 20, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Many people are considering plant-based diets for health, environmental, or ethical purposes. So this week I brought my friend Dr. Matthew Nagra to the show to discuss plant-based diets. Dr. Nagra is a long-time Vegan and also a Naturopathic Doctor who is very well versed in the science of this topic and does a great job of presenting the research about plant-based diets accurately. On this episode we discuss: Main reasons why one would consider adopting a plant-based diet Pros and cons of adopt...
May 13, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Welcome back to another episode of the podcast! On this episode, I have a special guest Dr. Idrees Mughal on the show and we are going to be tackling one of the most persistent myths in nutrition: The Alleged Harmful Effect of Seed Oils. In this episode, we discuss: Why seed oils have been demonized online so much Do seed oils cause inflammation? Are they easily oxidized? Are they responsible for the obesity epidemic? Will cutting them prevent sunscreen? And more. Tune in to the show to hear a m...
May 06, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 60
I am so excited to welcome a very special guest to the show today Dr. Arti Thagudu. Dr. Thangudu is a triple board-certified physician and is a specialist in endocrinology, diabetes, and thyroid disease the founder of Complete Medicine, a direct care endocrinology practice based out of Texas, and Hey Healthy, a company providing accessible and supportive diabetes and hormonal care for self-insured businesses. Dr. Thangudu is a wealth of information on a variety of topics, but I invited her on th...
Apr 29, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 59
PLANTS ARE KILLING YOU AND SUCKING NUTRIENTS FROM YOUR BODY!! This is a common claim among "animal-based" diet proponents and it has caused a lot of confusion for people. So on this episode of the show I want to discuss the topic of anti-nutrients and toxic substances found in plant foods. In this episode we discuss What the different compounds are that are classified as "plant toxins" What foods these foods are found in How to reduce our exposure to these compuonds when appropriate How the fear...
Apr 22, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Today we have another Q and A episode for you and we are going to be covering the following topics: How to choose the right milk for your nutritional needs Whether or not it is nutirtionally better to choose whole wheat pasta vs. regular options The dangers of storing rice impoperly Microplastics and our health Tune into the show to hear more. Remember if you want to have your question answered in a future Q and A episode you can submit your questions here along with a donation of any amount: Su...
Apr 16, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 57
On today's podcast we have special guest Dr. Nisha Patel. Dr. Patel is a physician who is double board certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine and who has been studying these medications as well as prescribing them to her patients for years and she shares her insight about all things weight loss meds. In this episode we discuss: The types of weight loss medications that are available How those medcations work When someone would consider using a weight loss medication What are the thi...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Do you want to have more energy and perform better in your day-to-day life? Eating to improve performance is the topic of the show today with my friend Pat McCarthy who is a performance nutritionist who works with elite athletes today he is sharing some takeaways from helping athletes perform better and helping us apply some of these strategies to our own lives. On the show we discuss: Why performance nutrition isn't just for athletes Pre-workout nutrition for better performance Post-workout rec...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today we have another Q and A episode where we are going to discuss the following 5 topics: The Faster Way to Fat Loss Program Whether I recommend "counting macros" or not My take on oat milk and if I think it is "healthy" Tips for meeting nutritional needs if you have a hard time eating veggies And how to reduce salt intake while maintaining flavor of foods If you want to submit a questions for a future Q and A episode you can do so by leaving a dona...
Mar 25, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 54
Welcome back to the Nutrition Science Podcast, today I am going to be interviewing one of my colleagues Dr. Taylor Arnold to discuss kids' nutrition. Taylor and I met while we were getting our PhDs and she is an amazing resource for child nutrition. Most of this conversation is going to be centered around picky eating as this is the issue that came up the most when I brought this topic up. In this episode you will learn: Why picky eating is usually more than a kid just being "picky" What to look...
Mar 18, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 53
Do you feel like you know what you should be doing, but can't seem to make changes that stick? Are you always able to make a little bit of progress, but then end up sabotaging your efforts? Or maybe you don't experience these things, but you are a coach who has clients who just can't seem to implement the changes that you recommend. If so, then you don't want to miss this episode. Today on the show, my friend Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas joins us to discuss how our mindset plays a major role in determin...
Mar 11, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Hypertension, aka high blood pressure, affects about 1in adults 3 worldwide or nearly 2 billion people. High blood pressure is referred to as a silent killer because it doesn't cause many symptoms but slowly damages the heart and blood vessels eventually contributing to heart disease, kidney disease, vision loss, sexual dysfunction. Fortunately, there are several evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies for helping to lower blood pressure and we are going to outline those in this episod...
Mar 04, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Do you have a "dream body" that you want to acheive? Do you see people online and think "I wish I could look like that"? Well today on the podcast we are going to talk about the side of things that you don't see... I have my friend Dr. Ashley Dwyer on the show is a fitness competitor and pharmacist turned health coach who is going to share her own story of chasing her dream body and how it damaged her health and her relationship with her body and food and how that has impacted her mindset and ap...
Feb 21, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Welcome back to the show. Today we have a Q and A episode and we are going to be covering 4 topics that came in: The Anti-spike supplement that was just released by Glucose Goddess Do we really need to get 10,000 steps per day for health? What are the nutritional changes that need to be made as someone ages? Blood type diets, is there any validity to them? To get your question answered in the next Q and A episode, you can go to my Paypal and leave a donation of any amount and put your questions ...
Feb 14, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Welcome back to another episode of The Nutrition Science Podcast. On today's episode I have am interviewing Michelle Yates, MS, RD. Michelle is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping spread awareness and provide support for individuals dealing with disordered eating habits. In this episode we dive into Michelle's story and discuss how she had body dysmorphia and disordered eating habits from a VERY young age, how she realized that she had a problem, and how she was able to overco...
Feb 07, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In this episode of the podcast, we are discussing the gut microbiome. The gut and the microbiome have gotten a lot of attention over the last 10 years and for good reason. Our digestive system plays a vital role in our overall health and dysfunctional digestion can lead to a variety of health problems. One of the most fascinating aspects of our digestive health is the microbes that live in our gut which refer to as our "gut microbiome". These communities of microbes make a home out of our intest...
Jan 31, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Welcome back to another episode of the podcast! Today we are going to be doing another Q and A and we are discussing some topics that I have been getting a lot of questions about recently. We are going to cover: Stool testing and whether it is worthwhile Athletic Greens supplement Electrolyte Powders You Are What You Eat Netflix Docu-series Here is the multivitamin episode that I referenced in the show Sholud You Take a Multivitamin? Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic...
Jan 24, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 48
We know that carrying excess body fat can increase the risk of chronic health problems. On the other hand, there is a growing movement promoting Health at Any Size that want to shift the focus away from weight and towards more holisitc meaures of health. On this eipsode, I give my honest take of the HAES movement and we discuss: The 5 principles of the HAES movement Whether the principles are supported by science Why this movement has become popular in some circles Whether habits are more import...
Jan 19, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 47
If you are going to exercise, make sure you are getting the most out of it. Many people are going to be embarking on new fitness journeys during the new year, in this episode we discuss what goes into an effective exercise plan that will improve body composition, reduce risk for chronic health problems and extend lifespan. In this episode, we discuss: Why exercise is the most important key to healthy aging How adaptations to exercise impact our health and well-being The primary types of exercise...
Jan 11, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Happy New Year and welcome back to the podcast! I want to help you get your year started off right, so today we will be discussing 9 simple nutrition habits you can make in 2024 that can transform your health. These aren't New Year's resolutions, but rather these are ACTIONS that you can start to take today that will have a substantial positive effect on your health. Tune into the podcast and put some of the tips into action to make 2024 the year that you take control of your health. Click here ...
Jan 01, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Welcome back to another episode of the show! Today is a special shortened episode of the show, I share some of the highlights from the podcast in 2023 and discuss what is to come in 2024. We also highlight some listener reviews and I announce an opportunity to win some free supplements from legion. This is a short episode and I really just want to thank you all for tuning in and helping to grow the podast and I am looking forward to 50+ more amazing episodes next year. You can find more informat...
Dec 25, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Welcome back to another episode of The Nutrition Science Podcast, on today's we are discussing digestive health problems. We cover this topic from a high level perspective On this episode we discuss: The difference between normal digestive disturbances and a digestive health problems When to see a doctor about GI problems The 5 Pillars of Digestive Health How to get started with nutrition changes and more. If you have digestive issues, this episode is going to be packed with value! If you want t...
Dec 18, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities can occur towards nearly any food. These adverse food reactions can have a negative impact on health so it is important that they are correctly diagnosed and managed. Unfortuantely, there is A LOT of misleading information about this topic. On this week's episode of the podcast, Dr. David Stukus joins us to discuss the science behind these topics. In this episode we discuss: The difference between food allergy, intolerance, and sensitivity How to t...
Dec 11, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Welcome back to another Q and A episode of the Nutrition Science Podcast! On this episode we are going to be discussing the following topics: Is Berberine Nature's Ozempic? A popular weight loss surgery. My opinion on The Galveston Diet How to "heal your gut after antibiotics." Is there any benefit to treatments offered by IV Therapy Clinics Are microwaves safe to use? Tune in to learn more. Here are some of the resources discussed in this episode. Research on Berberine supplementation and weigh...
Dec 04, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Welcome back to another episode of The Nutrition Science podcast, today we are going to be discussing 8 tips for staying healthy through the holiday season. The average person gains weight during the time between Thanksgiving and New Years. We tend to be off of our schedule, traveling more, celebrating more, spending time with family and all of these can lead to poor sleep, eating, and exercise habits. While I am not here to encourage you to skip all of this, I do want you to make it through the...
Nov 27, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Welcome back to another episode of The Nutrition Science Podcast. I have an amazing episode for you today, I am chatting with my good friend Dr. Jessica Knurick. Jessica and I did our PhDs together and she now specializes in prengnacy and post-partum nutrition after having two little ones of her own. She has built a large following on Tik Tok and on Instagram now as well education women about this topic and I am looking excited to have her on today to share her knowledge with you all as well. We...
Nov 20, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Welcome back to another Q and A episode of the Nutrition Science Podcast. We have some exciting topics today, we will be discussing: Whether air fryers are safe or not How to remove pesticide residues from food If colostrum has any benefits Whether I think misinformation should be illegal And the health effects of deli meats Tune in to the show to hear more. Links Take Advantage of Limited Time Discounted Course Offer Legion Supplements BOGO Sale (Use code Chavez at checkout) Paper on removing p...
Nov 13, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Welcome back to another episode of the Nutrition Science Podcast! Today, we discuss my philosophy and framework towards approaching nutrition. In this episode, we discuss how to set up your nutrition to lose weight, improve your health, and be flexible and sustainable to maintain through changing life seasons. Tune in to the show to learn more. Here are the resources that were discussed in the show: Energy balance podcast Protein podcast Saturated fat podcast Processed food podcast Enjoying the ...
Nov 06, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 37
