In this episode of Discovering Nutrition, Eliisa sits down with women’s health dietitian Steph Greunke to explore how nutrition needs shift across adolescence, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and beyond. Together, they unpack why women are often underserved in these life stages, how social media has complicated nutrition advice, and what it means to take a more personalized, evidence-based approach to health. Steph shares practical insights on everything from bone health and iron needs in adolescence to choline, DHA, and protein during pregnancy and postpartum. The conversation also dives into body image, postpartum depletion, the pressure women face to “bounce back,” and why foundational habits like eating enough, prioritizing protein, and asking for support matter more than perfection. It is an honest, informative episode that brings nuance and clarity to women’s health nutrition.

Key Notes:

• Why women’s nutrition needs change significantly across adolescence, pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause.
• How social media has made women’s health advice louder, more confusing, and often less personalized.
• Why pregnancy nutrition is about nutrient density, not simply “eating for two”.
• The often-overlooked reality of postpartum depletion and why moms need support, not just survival strategies.
• Why protein, movement, and metabolic health become even more important in perimenopause and menopause.
• How to focus on strong nutritional foundations without falling into perfectionism or comparison

Links:

https://www.stephgreunke.com/

https://www.instagram.com/stephgreunke/

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/doctor-mom-podcast-practical-tips-to-be-a-proactive-parent/id973303969

In this episode of Discovering Nutrition, Eliisa sits down with Matt Rosenan, better known as Cheat Day Design, to unpack the world of food labels, nutrition marketing, and the stories we tell ourselves about “healthy” eating. From RXBARs and Gushers to Pop-Tarts and protein claims, Matt explains how brands shape perception without technically lying, and why learning to read beyond the front of the package matters.

The conversation also gets personal, as Matt reflects on his own early experiences with body image, calorie awareness, and fitness culture, and how those moments shaped the work he does today. Together, Eliisa and Matt explore the fine line between informed choices and food fear, why “good” and “bad” labels can be harmful, and how a more balanced, realistic relationship with food can support long-term health.

This is a thoughtful, funny, and honest conversation about nutrition nuance, marketing tactics, and why enjoying food still matters.

Key Notes:

• How food packaging and marketing shape our definition of “healthy”
• Why front-of-package claims do not always tell the full nutrition story
• Matt’s personal experience with body image, calorie awareness, and fitness culture
• The harm in labeling foods as strictly “good” or “bad”
• How social media fuels nutrition confusion and oversimplifies health advice
• Why a balanced, realistic relationship with food matters more than perfection

https://cheatdaydesign.com/

https://www.instagram.com/cheatdaydesign/

https://www.youtube.com/mattrosenman

What if you are eating all the right foods, tracking your micronutrients, and still feeling off?

In this episode of Discovering Nutrition, Eliisa sits down with holistic nutritionist, researcher, and founder of Good Phyte, Amy Puzey, to unpack a topic most of us were never taught: phytate.

Found in grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds, phytate can bind to essential minerals like iron, zinc, magnesium, and calcium, potentially limiting how much your body actually absorbs. For athletes, plant-forward eaters, women navigating perimenopause, and anyone focused on performance and longevity, this conversation adds an entirely new layer to nutrient tracking.

Amy shares how traditional food preparation methods like fermentation and soaking influence mineral bioavailability, why absorption may matter more than intake, and how the enzyme phytase could play a role in optimizing nutrient status.

Plus, exciting news: phytate tracking is now available in Cronometer, giving you deeper insight into not just what you eat, but how well you may be absorbing it.

If you care about data, performance, and truly understanding your nutrition, this episode is for you.

As always, this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to replace personalized medical advice.

Key Notes:

• Absorption can be the missing link: Phytate in grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds can bind minerals, so hitting targets in your Diary does not always mean you are absorbing them.
• Big players impacted: Iron and zinc are especially affected, which can show up as low energy, performance issues, or immune struggles (even with “good” intake).
• Who should pay extra attention: Plant-forward eaters, endurance athletes, people with gut issues, pregnancy, and aging can have higher risk of falling short on absorption.
• What helps: Traditional prep (soaking, sprouting, fermenting, sourdough) or phytase can reduce phytate’s mineral-binding effect.
• New Cronometer layer: Phytate tracking is now available, adding context to micronutrient targets by showing a factor that may influence bioavailability.

https://goodphyte.com/

https://www.instagram.com/jointhegoodphyte/