The Nutrition Science Podcast

Magnesium: Why It's Important and How to Get Enough Of It

Magnesium is involved in over 600 different processes in the body and can influence everything from sleep to blood sugar control, energy production, mental health, and bo

Coaching Strategies for Overcoming Self-Sabotage

Most people don’t fail to reach their health and fitness goals because they lack knowledge.  In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas joins me to discuss wha

How to Reverse Prediabetes

Did you know that 100 million people in the US have prediabetes? Prediabetes is one of the biggest health challenges that our country faces. It increases the risk of diab

Four Simple Steps to Transform Your Body In 2026

On today's episode of the podcast we are going to break down a simple 4 steps process to transform your body in 2026. In this episode we discuss:  The science behin

8 Nutrition and Health Trends that ARE Worth the Hype

There’s no shortage of nutrition and health trends online, but most don’t live up to the hype. In this episode, I break down the handful of trends that actually ARE worth

Top 7 Nutrition and Health Fads to Avoid in 2026

Fads come and go each year in the nutrition and health space, and today, we are going to talk about some of the most popular health fads that I would recommend avoiding i

Holiday Season Tips for Staying on Tracking With Your Health Goals

The holiday season can be one of the most challenging times of the year to maintain consistency with healthy habits. Between travel, parties, stress, family dynamics, and

Nutrition for Diabetes and Blood Sugar Control

Today I’m sharing a conversation I recorded for the Endocrine Matters podcast with my friend, Dr. Arti Thangudu. In this episode, we dive deep into the science of nutriti

Why The US Healthcare System Is Failing Patients and What You Can Do About It with Dr. Arti Thangudu

In this episode of The Nutrition Science Podcast, Dr. Adrian Chavez sits down with endocrinologist and direct care physician Dr. Arti Thangudu to to a deep dive into what

How This Overlooked Food May Improve Your Immune System and Protect Against Cancer

Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today we are going to be discussing a food that I think is highly underrated - Mushrooms. Most people walk past this food in

Pros and Cons of a Ketogenic Diet

Is the ketogenic diet really a useful diet to follow or just another fad?   The ketogenic diet has become one of the most talked-about approaches to weight loss and meta

Is Walking a Good Form of Exercise?

In today's episode of the podcast, we will discuss whether walking is a good form of exercise. We cover the health benefits of walking and why it is a great form of

Q and A: Natural Sugars, Grass-Fed Butter and Beef, and Weighted Vests

Welcome back to the show. Today we have another Q&A episode and we will cover the following topics: Are natural sugars like honey and maple syrup are actually “better” t

Why So Many Americans Have Become Obese

Since the early 1980s, obesity rates have doubled, and the average American adult has gained about 20 pounds. This rise in obesity has put these groups at increased risk

Top 17 Best-Selling Supplements Reviewed

Do you ever feel confused when walking down the supplement aisle (or shopping online? You are not alone; there are thousands of supplements on the market in different for

Managing Bloating: Nutrition and Lifestyle Strategies That Work

Welcome back to the show. In part 2 of our bloating series, we’re moving from understanding the problem to taking action. In this episode, we discuss practical nutrition

Bloating Explained: What It Is and Why It Happens

In this episode of The Nutrition Science Podcast, we break down one of the most common and frustrating digestive complaints: bloating.  We start by defining what bloatin

Q and A: Tips to Eat More Fiber, Protein Powders and GI Issues, and MCT Oil

On this episode of the show, we have a Q&A episode and we will be covering the following topics:  Easy tips for including more fiber in your dietWhy protein powders can

The Science of Sodium: How Much Do You Really Need?

 In this episode of The Nutrition Science Podcast, we're diving deep into the essential and often misunderstood mineral: sodium. While sodium consumption is commonly

Q and A: Taking Probiotic with Antibiotic, Do You Have a Slow Metabolism?, Canned Foods

Welcome back to the show. Today we have another Q&A episode, and we discuss whether you should take a probiotic while taking an antibiotic, the concept of a slow metaboli