Sigma Nutrition Radio
Danny Lennon
Discussions about the science of nutrition, dietetics and health. The podcast that educates through nuanced conversations, exploring evidence and cultivating critical thinking. Hosted by Danny Lennon.
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Dec 2, 2015 • 59min
SNR #97: Dr. Michael Ruscio - Issues in Applying Microbiome Research Into Practice
Episode 97: Dr. Michael Ruscio returns to the show to discuss gut mircobiota, applications for weight loss, insulin sensitivity, and the potential pitfalls in translating gut research into clinical practice.
Nov 24, 2015 • 56min
SNR #96: Andrew Chappell, PhD - Influence of Diet on the Gut Microbiota
Episode 96:Andrew Chappell, PhD, is on the show to discuss the influence of diet and modern living on the gut microbiota and the role of our gut bacteria in many health-related issues.
Nov 18, 2015 • 47min
#95: Dr. James Levine – Physiological & Psychological Effects of Chronic Sitting & Low NEAT
Episode 95: Dr. James Levine from the Mayo Clinic is on the show to discuss the effect of chronic sitting on the risk of blood sugar dysregulation, fat gain, obesity, neurological issues, productivity and general well-being. Click here for show notes
Nov 10, 2015 • 53min
SNR #94: Phil Learney - Nutrition Periodization, Rigid vs. Flexible Dieting & Why Modification Beats Change
Episode 94: One of the UK's most successful coaches Phil Learney is on the show to discuss nutritional periodization, rigid vs. flexible dieting, who needs advanced nutritional strategies, what science can and can't tell us & why modification beats change.
Nov 3, 2015 • 1h 4min
SNR #93: John Berardi, PhD - Dieting Trade-offs, Applying Science to Practice & the Future of Nutrition
Episode 93: John Berardi, PhD. of Precision Nutrition is on the show to discuss the trade-offs that occur with any dietary approach, the limits of using science, future areas of nutrition research and coaching and the concept of the "best" diet.
Oct 27, 2015 • 53min
SNR #92: Eric Ravussin, PhD - Calorie Restriction, Longevity & Hormesis
Episode 92: Dr. Eric Ravussin of the Pennington Biomedical Research Center is on the show to discuss their recent human trials on the effects of caloric restriction on longevity markers, fasting, hormesis and obesity.
Oct 21, 2015 • 37min
SNR #91: Effect of Sleep on Appetite Regulation, Food Choices & Glucose Metabolism
Episode 91: In a solo episode, I discuss some research looking at how sleep restriction can affect appetite hormones, diet and glucose metabolism.
Oct 15, 2015 • 46min
SNR #90: Christopher Kelly - Blood Chemistry, Tracking Health Markers & Organic Acids Testing
Episode 90: Christopher Kelly discusses how to take a personal interest in your own health through a typical blood chemistry panel as well as organic acids testing.
Oct 7, 2015 • 58min
SNR #89: Dr. Michael Schwartz - Role of the Brain in Obesity, Insulin Resistance and Type 2 Diabetes Pathogenesis
Episode 89: Dr. Mike Schwartz is on the show to discuss the fascinating research being done at his lab at the University of Washington on the role of the brain in the pathogenesis of obesity, insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.
Sep 23, 2015 • 56min
SNR #88: Kevin Hall, PhD - The Physiology of Fat Loss, Weight Regain & Carb or Fat Restriction?
Episode 88: Dr. Kevin Hall of the NIH is on to discuss the recent carb restriction vs. fat restriction study, issues surrounding weigh regain, homeostatic regulation of weight and the physiology of fat loss.
