Episodes

  • The Secret Life of Laura Poland…

    The Secret Life of Laura Poland…
    Nov 30 2022
    It has come to our attention that we have not really introduced ourselves. Our background, our current jobs and our secret lives. Today we take a look at Laura's life as a dietitian.
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    8 mins
  • Digestive Issues: GERD, Reflux, Ulcers and Spicy Food/Diet Myths

    Digestive Issues: GERD, Reflux, Ulcers and Spicy Food/Diet Myths
    Nov 9 2022
    A spicy meal isn't necessarily bad for digestion, but it can pose problems and trigger symptoms among people who have digestive issues like acid reflux
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    39 mins
  • Metabolism:  Facts, Myths, Spicy Food, NEAT!!

    Metabolism:  Facts, Myths, Spicy Food, NEAT!!
    Oct 26 2022
    Metabolism is always one of the most popular topics when it comes to weight control, but what you hear about it might not always be true. Does skipping breakfast slow your metabolism? Do spicy foods and ice water speed it up? Can you "break" your metabolism?
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    50 mins
  • Your Healthy Eating Motivation Mindset

    Your Healthy Eating Motivation Mindset
    Sep 21 2022
    How do we motivate ourselves to eat "healthy"? Why eat healthy? What motivates one person doesn't motivate everyone!!  Tonight we explore a few reasons why you may choose to eat the way you do, recognize this and hopefully this help you to find that balance of taking small steps that will help you achieve health goals while still enjoy eating.
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    29 mins
  • Risky Business: Dietary Supplements for Athletes

    Risky Business: Dietary Supplements for Athletes
    Aug 31 2022
    Join us as we welcome certified sports dietitian Dawn Holmes, back to the podcast!  She joined us in June to discuss Real Life Fueling.  She returns this episode to discuss all things hydration with practical tips for weekend warriors and competitive athletes alike.  She also unpacks the daunting topic of dietary supplements for athletes. Don't miss this one! Links mentioned in today's episode. NSF Sport - https://www.nsfsport.com/Informed Choice - https://choice.wetestyoutrust.com/Australian Institute of Sport - https://www.ais.gov.au/nutrition/supplementsWhat's in Your Sweat?  https://www.sportsrd.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Whats-In-Your-Sweat.pdfHydration: Early and Often https://www.sportsrd.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Hydration-Screen-Shot-.pngDietary Supplements:  Good, Bad, and Ugly.   https://www.sportsrd.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Dietary-Supplements_The-Good-The-Bad-And-The-Ugly.pdf You can find Dawn Holmes at Real Life Fuel This podcast is for educational purposes. This is not a substitute for medical advice.  Please consult your health care provider for specific medical concerns. Interested in working with Laura? Individual clients, groups, programs or corporate wellness programs… set up a discovery call today! Click Here Credits: *Original Music by: Brian Poland of Miss Communication Blubry Podcasting: Get your first month of Blubrry podcasting hosting free with the promo code SecretLifeRD. Use the Hosting Estimator on their site to determine the best plan for you and don’t forget, that’s SecretLifeRD for your first month free. Get your $100 Blubrry Pro Hosting setup fee waived using the code SecretLifeRD Their support team is available for any onboarding questions. And remember to the use the code SecretLifeRD to get your setup fee for free.
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    39 mins
  • Beyond the Sensational “Cookie” Headline…

    Beyond the Sensational “Cookie” Headline…
    Aug 17 2022
    Sensationalized headlines sell, and nowhere is that more true than in articles about food and nutrition.  Who should you believe?  Join Laura and Amy as we compare sensationalized headlines to the REAL stories, and teach you some tips on how to approach nutrition stories in the media.  
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    45 mins
  • Recipe Rescue 101

    Recipe Rescue 101
    Jul 27 2022
    Today we dish on dietitian bloggers. Ever search for a recipe online? Confusing huh? Let us tell you the secret search term that will give you confidence then next time you are choosing a recipe to cook!
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    47 mins
  • Stump the Dietitian… Alpha Gal Who?

    Stump the Dietitian… Alpha Gal Who?
    Jul 6 2022
    You may have heard of a mysterious "meat allergy" in recent years, but what is that all about?  Amy recently took on a professional challenge to get up to speed on Alpha Gal syndrome.  Check out this week's podcast to learn what she learned about this interesting condition, what to look for in terms of symptoms, and how you might even be able to help prevent it.  
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    41 mins