Diet Science
Summary: Diet Science is a fun 7 to 8 minute weekly program with insights and straight scoops on today's health and diet issues from Dee McCaffrey, CDC. Dee is an Organic Chemist who lost 100 pounds, nearly half her body weight, and has kept it off for 20 years by staying away from processed foods. She's the author of The Science of Skinny, released by Perseus June 2012, and The Science of Skinny Cookbook, which was released December 2014.
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The beneficial bacteria that live within your gut, called probiotics, can help you maintain optimal insulin and blood sugar levels. Listen in this week as Dee talks about a new study showing promise for probiotics and the foods you can eat to help keep those bacteria happy in your body. Link to Dee's Recommended Probiotics (http://deeapproved.org/2017/09/26/the-biology-of-yogurt/)
The human body is home to more than 1 trillion microbes that are responsible for the health of your digestion, immune system and more. Listen in this week as Dee explains why this microbiome of beneficial bacteria is so important for your health, and what you can do to keep it in tip top shape.
Some people have mistakenly believed that Grade B maple syrup was less processed and more nutritious than other grades, but that was just a myth. Listen in this week as Dee talks about why grade B is now the new grade A.
Earlier this year, the FDA finalized a new look for the nutrition fact label. There's more emphasis on important areas of concentration for consumers. Listen in this week as Dee talks about the new label and what changes you can expect to find on new products.
If you love garlics's health benefits, but not the scent that sticks around on your breath, listen in this week as Dee talks about a new study that shows certain whole foods you can eat with or after your garlic to deodorize your breath naturally.
Owing to what it known as the "medicinal trilogy" contained in this special honey, manuka honey is ranked in the category of superfoods. Listen in this week as Dee talks about the rmany benefits this honey bestows on your health, both internally and externally. Link to Purchase Manuka Honey (http://amzn.to/2gPMzBy)
Looking for a natural way to balance hormones, increase energy and get a better benefit from your workouts? Listen in this week as Dee talks about the adaptogenic qualities of maca root, a tuber vegetable that was considered by ancient people to be a magical food. Link to Purchase Maca Root (http://amzn.to/2gPQtuo)
Many people believe that Himalayan pink salt is the cleanest and purest salt on the planet, owing to its bounty of minerals. Listen in this week as Dee talks about the many benefits this salt bestows on your health. Link to Himalyan Pink Salt (https://www.amazon.com/Sherpa-Pink-Authentic-Himalayan-Grinders/dp/B01FT7T8XS?SubscriptionId=AKIAJDIUMFRGFTCZG64Q&tag=centforprocfr-20&linkCode=alb&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B01FT7T8XS&th=1) Link to Pink Salt Lamp
Their unique bell shape and variety of colors make them a favorite for salads and stir-fries, but these peppery beauties bestow an array of important health benefits. Listen in this week as Dee talks about the different colors or bell peppers and what those colors mean for your health.
Anemia (aka iron deficiency) is the most common nutritional deficiency in the U.S. This may be because certain dietary habits can interfere with its absorption. Listen in this week as Dee talks about the role of this important mineral to your health, and how you can make sure you're getting enough.
On July 29, 2016, Congress passed legislation that wipes out Vermont's GMO labeling law and replaces it with a much weaker federal law. Listen in this week as Dee explains the terms of the new law and what it means for you as a consumer.
Is it really true that popcorn is a healthy snack? What about GMO corn, should you be concerned? Listen in this week as Dee talks about the what, why, and how of America's beloved snack food. And here's that link to the tasty processed-free topping: Nutritional Yeast (http://amzn.to/2gOfW7f)
Once they're picked, fruits and veggies immediately start to lose their valuable nutrients. What is a healthy eater to do? Dee comes to the rescue this week with some of the best tips for making sure you get the most nutritional value from the produce you buy. Here's the link to the blue apple product that Dee was talking about: http://amzn.to/292cSlr (http://amzn.to/292cSlr)
On June 16, 2016, the Philadelphia city council voted 13-4 to enact a tax on sugary drinks and diet sodas--but not because they're bad for our health. Listen in this week as Dee talks about the impact this tax will have on the City of Brotherly Love and the nation at large.
If you're looking for an easy-to-eat protein source, you may opt for a protein powder. What's the difference between whey and plant protein? Listen in this week as Dee discusses the different types of protein powders, how quickly they absorb into your body and when is the best time to consume them.
