Episodes

  • What’s the deal with Fatty15?
    Apr 23 2025

    A new anti-aging supplement claims to combat “cellular fragility”. There’s just one small problem.

    References

    Efficacy of dietary odd-chain saturated fatty acid pentadecanoic acid parallels broad associated health benefits in humans: could it be essential? | Scientific Reports

    The Dietary Total-Fat Content Affects the In Vivo Circulating C15:0 and C17:0 Fatty Acid Levels Independently - PMC

    Broader and safer clinically-relevant activities of pentadecanoic acid compared to omega-3: Evaluation of an emerging essential fatty acid across twelve primary human cell-based disease systems - PMC

    Pentadecanoic Acid (C15:0), an Essential Fatty Acid, Shares Clinically Relevant Cell-Based Activities with Leading Longevity-Enhancing Compounds

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    11 mins
  • What are senolytics (and should you be taking them)?
    Apr 16 2025

    These compounds are said to fight aging by clearing “zombie cells” out of your body. Is there any science to back this up?

    References

    Effects of intermittent senolytic therapy on bone metabolism in postmenopausal women: a phase 2 randomized controlled trial - PubMed

    A pilot study of senolytics to improve cognition and mobility in older adults at risk for Alzheimer’s disease - ScienceDirect

    JCI - Strategies targeting cellular senescence

    Targeting senescent cells: approaches, opportunities, challenges - PMC

    Targeting cellular senescence with senotherapeutics: senolytics and senomorphics - Zhang - 2023 - The FEBS Journal - Wiley Online Library

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    10 mins
  • Pendulum probiotics: Breakthrough or bandwagon?
    Apr 9 2025

    Four years ago, Pendulum Therapeutics launched a breakthrough probiotic clinically shown to improve blood sugar in Type 2 diabetes. Do their newer products live up to the hype?

    References:

    Improvements to postprandial glucose control in subjects with type 2 diabetes: a multicenter, double blind, randomized placebo-controlled trial of a novel probiotic formulation | BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care

    New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Diabetes and Gut Health!


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    Transcripts: https://nutrition-diva.simplecast.com/episodes/

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    12 mins
  • Where do we go now for reliable health and nutrition information?
    Apr 2 2025

    Practical guidance on evaluating sources and tips to help you navigate misinformation.

    Nutrition Diva archives:


    https://nutrition-diva.simplecast.com/episodes

    Research Tools:

    PubMed
    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/

    Cochrane Library
    https://www.cochranelibrary.com

    Examine.com
    https://examine.com

    Balanced, Reliable Sources for Health Information:


    Mayo Clinic Health Information
    https://www.mayoclinic.org

    Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials
    https://health.clevelandclinic.org

    Nutrition Source – Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
    https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/

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    13 mins
  • Is American wheat really making us sick?
    Mar 26 2025

    Travelers who avoid wheat in the U.S. frequently claim that European bread is no problem. What’s going on?

    New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Diabetes and Gut Health!


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    LINKS:

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    13 mins
  • What’s the best protein powder?
    Mar 19 2025

    A protein powder can be a convenient way to add a little extra protein to your diet. Does it matter which one you use?

    Mentioned in this episode:

    New ways to use whey protein powder

    New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Diabetes and Gut Health!


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    LINKS:

    Transcripts: https://nutrition-diva.simplecast.com/episodes/

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    15 mins
  • The raw milk debate: What’s fact and what's fiction?
    Mar 12 2025

    Raw milk is often praised for its potential health benefits, but how do those claims stack up against the risks? This episode breaks down the science behind unpasteurized dairy, exploring its possible links to allergy prevention, the dangers of foodborne illness, and the regulations designed to protect consumers.

    Resources:

    The Dangers of Raw Milk: Unpasteurized Milk Can Pose a Serious Health Risk | FDA

    Local Harvest

    Raw and Heat-Treated Milk: From Public Health Risks to Nutritional Quality

    The protective effect of farm milk consumption on childhood asthma and atopy: the GABRIELA study - PubMed

    The Beneficial Effect of Farm Milk Consumption on Asthma, Allergies, and Infections: From Meta-Analysis of Evidence to Clinical Trial - PubMed

    Outbreak-Related Disease Burden Associated with Consumption of Unpasteurized Cow’s Milk Volume 23, Number 6—June 2017 -- CDC

    Investigation of Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus in Dairy Cattle | FDA

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    13 mins
  • The real truth about fiber supplements your digestive health needs
    Mar 5 2025

    Monica explores whether fiber supplements like Metamucil or Benefiber are necessary for digestive health. While fiber is crucial for digestion, heart health, and the gut microbiome, most people fall short of the recommended intake. Can a fiber-rich diet provide all the fiber you need without the uncomfortable side effects of supplements?

    Nutrition Diva is hosted by Monica Reinagel. A transcript is available at Simplecast.

    New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Diabetes and Gut Health!


    Have a nutrition question? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com.

    Follow Nutrition Diva on Facebook and subscribe to the newsletter for more diet and nutrition tips.

    Find Monica's blog and other programs at Nutrition Over Easy.

    Nutrition Diva is a part of the Quick and Dirty Tips podcast network.

    LINKS:

    Transcripts: https://nutrition-diva.simplecast.com/episodes/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QDTNutrition/

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    12 mins
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