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Hemoglobin is an important, iron-rich protein found in our red blood cells, responsible for transporting oxygen throughout our bodies. In this episode, registered dietitian Britni Vincent shares the causes and impact of low hemoglobin, particularly when linked to iron deficiency. She discusses how to approach this common issue and offers guidance on how to manage it effectively with the help of your healthcare team. Tune in this week for an insightful, educational discussion on how to better understand your bodyâs needs and improve your health.
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To continue our conversation on National Heart Month, weâre going to be talking all about womenâs heart health in todayâs show. Heart disease is the #1 cause of death for women. In this episode, our dietitians will give a basic overview: what does heart health and heart disease actually mean, and how can nutrition play a role? Tune in if youâve been diagnosed with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, high blood sugars, or know someone who has been diagnosed with heart disease or has had a heart attack or stroke. Weâll share lifestyle and nutrition tips to protect your heart.
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Looking to diversify your healthy fats? We'll observe American Heart Month with nutritionist Brandy Buro as she discusses two often-overlooked options: ghee and tallow. Learn about their origins, cooking properties, and health benefits, plus get practical tips for choosing and using these traditional fats in your kitchen.
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February is American Heart Month, which is a time to raise awareness of heart disease and give tips for prevention. Heart disease is the number one cause of death for both women and men in the United States. In this episode, weâll focus specifically on men and heart disease. Weâll discuss the most common type of heart disease, the average age that men experience cardiac incidents versus women, risk factors for men, and which foods will support your heart and cardiovascular system. There are many myths and misunderstandings in the health and nutrition community when it comes to heart health, so weâll cover those too to make sure you have a great plan to protect your heart health.
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In this episode of "Dishing Up Nutrition's Ask a Nutritionist" series, registered dietitian Brandy Buro explains what it means to have an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) and provides practical dietary solutions. She discusses the symptoms and complications of hyperthyroidism, including Graves' disease, and offers detailed guidance on beneficial dietary changesâfrom eliminating gluten to managing iodine intake. Listeners will learn about important nutrients, therapeutic supplements, and specific food recommendations that can help manage hyperthyroid conditions naturally, alongside medical treatment.
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Do you ever feel like the stress in your life just wonât let up? Do you feel these effects of stress on your health? Do you feel exhausted all the time youâre your brain feeling tired but wired by bedtime? If this sounds like you, todayâs episode is for you! Weâre talking about cortisolâthe stress hormoneâand how it affects your energy, weight, mood, and overall health. Weâll be answering questions like What causes high cortisol? Can high cortisol cause weight gain? And What can I do about it? If youâre feeling tired but wired, gaining stubborn belly fat, or more anxious than usual, youâre not aloneâand cortisol could be to blame.
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Is allulose the next big thing in sugar alternatives, or just another health fad? In this episode, weâre breaking it all downâwhat allulose is, how it affects blood sugar, and whether itâs actually a good option for you. Weâll cover the benefits, potential downsides, and what to look for when shopping for allulose. If youâre curious about sweetening your foods without the sugar spike, this episode is for you!
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Join us today for a very special guest interview with one of our longtime clients Linda! Sheâs worked with our founder, Dar Kvist, for many years to support herself through managing a multiple sclerosis diagnosis. Listen in as our dietitian Leah chats with Linda on how she has been able to incorporate real food into her life for the long haul and the ways she maintains her health for the best quality of life through food and supplements.
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Ever wonder if your thyroid might be why youâre feeling tired, cold, or just âoffâ? Our registered and licensed dietician Brandy Buro breaks down everything you need to know about hypothyroidism in a super simple and relatable way. From common symptoms to the tests you actually need, plus the foods and nutrients that can make a difference, Brandyâs got you covered. If youâve been struggling with hypothyroidism, this episode is packed with tips to help you start feeling betterânaturally! Donât miss it!
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We are deep into the cold winter here in Minnesota where dry skin starts to become a problem. Check your hands and heels before jumping into this episode! There are helpful things we can do externally to help support our skin through these drier months or if you live in a drier climate, but often the INTERNAL environment within us gets overlooked. Join registered dietitians Teresa and Leah as they discuss ways to hydrate (and how electrolytes can help!), why healthy fat is important to the lipid matrix in the outer layer of your skin, how to incorporate healthy fat through food and supplements into your routine, how omega-3s and omega-6s impact your skin, and other nutrients to consider that help with skin hydration and vibrancy.
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Fast food is everywhere and you don't always have time to treat yourself to a healthy, well-prepared meal - but convenience doesn't have to mean you're stuck eating unhealthy food! Join registered and licensed dietician Teresa Wagner and discover the smart food choices hiding in fast food chains and gas stations, wherever you may be.
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There is a biochemical reason why you might be feeling down or anxious and weâre going to be talking about why that is and how to get back to feeling good. In this episode weâll be covering sugarâs addictive properties and how it can relate to mood disorders like depression. Registered dietitians Leah and Brandy will discuss sources of sugar, why itâs addictive, how it impacts your brain and inflammation levels, how to handle sugar withdrawal, and ways to reduce your sugar intake for better moods.
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Are you struggling with acne? It might be time to look at your diet! Tune into our latest episode of Ask a Nutritionist and join our very own Melanie Beasley, registered and licensed dietician, to understand how dairy, processed foods, and more could be impacting your skin health, and how nutritional changes can lead to glowing skin!
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With high protein diets getting a lot of attention these days, weâve received a question from a listener (that we also get in the nutrition counseling room) about digestive changes: âI recently upped my protein intake, but now Iâm dealing with constipation. Any suggestions to help?â This is common, but constipation doesnât need to be your new normal! There are simple solutions to help you get back on track if you are noticing being more constipated since increasing your protein. In todayâs episode, weâll cover why you might want to increase your protein, signs and symptoms of constipation, and tips to ensure youâre having one bowel movement every day.
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How does sugar affect the aging process? Join Britni Vincent on this week's episode of Ask Nutritionist to fight that aging from the inside out, learn about sugar's hidden and inflammatory effects - and how reducing sugar with a few simple diet swaps can improve your health, enhance your skin radiance and boost your energy.
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Are you a resolutions or goal person? As we jump into 2025 are you brainstorming, planning, or dreaming about how you want your year to look or what changes to make personally, professionally, emotionally, or health-wise? Today in our show, weâre going to tap into some of that energy of making traditional New Yearâs resolutions and put a different spin on it: anti-resolutions! We tend to see an âall-or-nothingâ mentality when it comes to making nutrition goals, so here are some ideas on simple practices that make a big impact and are likely to stick for longer.
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Are you looking to simplify your time in the kitchen without compromising that healthy lifestyle? Join registered and licensed dietician Brandy Buro as she reveals her top-tier kitchen hacks, essential tools and appliances in this latest episode of Ask a Nutritionist!
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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, participating in our cooking classes, and worked with our dietitians. Two years later, sheâs 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 sheâs doing now to enjoy and keep her health for the long haul.
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Did you know whatâs on your plate could be making your back pain worseâor helping it heal? In this episode, we uncover the surprising link between nutrition and back pain relief, sharing the best foods to eat and the ones to avoid for lasting comfort.
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One of our most frequently asked questions on our website is: what are the symptoms of not digesting food properly? Undigested food is a symptom of poor digestion, so itâs on the top of peopleâs minds because of the uncomfortable digestive issues they experience daily. In todayâs episode, weâll talk about signs and symptoms of undigested food and what to do about them. Weâll address the function of all of your digestive organs, overall gut health, and medical conditions affecting the lower intestinal tract, as well as lifestyle factors like mindfulness practices while eating and ways to make improvements through simple changes.
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