Nutrition For Mortals

They dig into how serving sizes are determined and why those numbers are not dietary recommendations. They trace the history of labels and the surveys that produced RACCs. They poke fun at tiny, absurd serving sizes with a guessing game and comedy references. They explore problems with self-reported data and suggest clearer ways labels could communicate amounts.

Two dietitians take and dissect popular food sensitivity tests, from blood IgG assays to hair analyses. They unpack the booming testing industry, bizarre company claims like 'quantum cellular biotechnology,' and the odd supplement pitches that follow. They share their own test experiences, the confusing reports they received, and why many methods lack scientific backing.

Discover what adaptogens are and how they claim to aid in stress management. Delve into the fascinating history of herbs like ginseng and ashwagandha, alongside their modern marketing hype. Learn about the balance between traditional uses and scientific evaluations, while the hosts share their personal month-long experiments with these supplements. They discuss both the challenges and experiences in integrating these herbs into daily life, advocating for a cautious approach to their benefits.

They question labeling foods as good or bad and why people do it. They trace historical and media messages that attach morality to food. They explore how context and associations change what we perceive as healthy. They examine harms of moralizing food and alternatives like unconditional permission and listening to internal cues.

Two registered dietitians introduce themselves and invite listeners to stop stressing over food. They preview planned topics like food morality, brain health, and which supplements matter. They explain a mission to counter fear-mongering with science and clinical experience. A teaser asks whether foods are truly good or bad and prompts listeners to tune in next week.