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My Wife the Dietitian

My Wife the Dietitian

My Wife the Dietitian is a fun, witty, yet educational podcast about nutrition and healthy living. Join hosts Sandra and Rob every week as they guide you through the maze of healthy eating.

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Ep 51. Holiday Gift Ideas With Nutrition in Mind

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/12/19

It's that time of year again.....twelve days of Christmas. Rob and Sandra discuss some food related gifts that have nutrition and health in mind for family and/or friends. Perhaps Sandra was hinting to Rob some of the presents she would like Santa to bring to their household and see under the tree ;) For helping to procure healthy eating in the kitchen, some ideas are; spice grinder pepper mill coffee grinder (dedicated to flax seeds and other seeds/grains) blender Instant Pot air fryer glass

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00:27:19

Ep 50. Holiday Health

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/12/12

The holidays and Christmas time can be a wonderful time with holiday cheer and taking stock of your blessings.For many though, it can be the most stressful time of the year. Research shows that cardiac death rates are highest around Christmas and New Year's - the two weeks throughout the holidays (between Christmas and New Year's Eve) more people die of natural causes than what is normal for winter months. (Naveed Saleh, MD). It's an easy time to overindulge, but you don't have to steer your diet

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00:42:44

Ep 49. Budget Healthy Eating - 20 Items for Your...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/12/05

There are two undisputed facts when it comes to food. We all need it, and it's getting more expensive all the time. But, there are a few tips and tricks that might help with that. On this week's episode, we'll be discussing some practical ideas that'll help keep your weekly food costs down. Plus, we'll give you a budget friendly shopping list and some meal ideas to go with it.Check out the blog here: "Healthy Eating Doesn't Have to Cost Your Retirement Savings" For healthy eating on a budget: Track

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00:38:40

Ep 48. Vegan for Runners - Scott Fickerson

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/11/28

On today's episode, we interview Scott Fickerson, from Ventura, California. Scott has a Master's Degree in Human Performance and is currently an associate Professor of Health at Santa Barbara City College. He is a multi-disciplined 'plant powered' athlete, and for the past seven years, Scott has followed a strict plant-based vegan diet. We discuss how to fuel yourself without animal protein and dispel some common misconceptions about plant-based eating. Nutrients of concern for vegan diets are

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00:43:29

Ep 47. Protein Pop Quiz

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/11/22

Sandra throws Rob a curve ball this week, with a protein pop quiz :) A few of the questions asked include: What is protein and why do we need it? Are we getting enough protein in our diet? Is the source of protein more important than the quantity? See how Rob does on this quiz and test yourself with some of the important questions about protein! Resources include: Tim Cassettari - "Elevating Plant Proteins: How and Why?" Dietitian Connection.com David Sinclair - "Lifespan" Dale Bredesen - "End of

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00:36:10

Ep 46. Vitamin K and the Warfarin Diet - Katie Dodd, RD

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/11/14

Vitamin K and Blood thinners - Warfarin Diet On today's episode, we talk to The Geriatric Dietitian, Katie Dodd, RD.This interview will help uncover topics relating to blood thinners and diet implications. Katie answers some critical questions regarding vitamin K and potential medication interactions. - What does Warfarin and other blood thinners do? - What's the relationship of vitamin K and warfarin (and other blood thinners)? - What can someone do (with their diet) to keep warfarin working

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00:50:24

Ep 45. Coffee - The Ups and Downs of Coffee

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/11/07

Are you a coffee person or a tea person? If you don't like coffee, it may be related to your genes. Coffee is the most widely used psychoactive substance that is legal and big business. Is it healthy or can it be harmful? There's a difference between sensitivity and tolerance, when it comes to caffeine in coffee. What are the side effects of 'too much' and benefits of cutting back on coffee. Grab a java and join us for this fun and interesting coffee chat. Resources: caffeineinformer.com Caffeine

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00:45:19

Ep 44. Food and Mood: Are They Related?

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/10/31

How do food and mood influence each other? Does it really matter if you have that donut instead of the apple? There's more evidence showing that what we eat is related to our brain health, including our moods and how we feel. Plus, if there's deficiencies with specific nutrients, this can negatively impact our brain neurotransmitters and feelings. Today, we discuss : -7 Nutritrients for Brain Health - Which Foods to Limit to Help Mood Plus, how emotions/thoughts and feelings drive our food choices

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00:44:10

Ep 43. Food Rescue and Food Waste Prevention

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/10/24

Today, we are joined by special guest, Meredith Cushing, RD (Registered Dietitian). Sandra and Meredith have known each other for twenty six years, since they were interns together in Vancouver, BC. Meredith currently works in pediatric nephrology at BC Children's Hospital. For the past decade, she has been working with children with renal disease and kids who are on kidney dialysis. To help guide her patients and their families, Meredith helps direct people to community resources in the Food Rescue

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00:38:51

Ep. 42 Beans, Beans, They're Good For Your Heart

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/10/17

In today's episode, we cover everything 'bean'. What are beans and legumes? Why are they important for health? What are the general nutrients in legumes? Why are they important for longevity? Legumes are a staple in cuisines from all around the world, are sustainable for the environment, and are easy on the budget. We discuss five simple and easy bean recipes to help incorporate more legumes into your weekly menu for your family. Plus, we'll discuss some methods to deal with the gas and flatulence

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00:33:52

Ep 41. Protein Powders - What's the Scoop?

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/10/10

It seems that most households have a container of protein powder in the pantry for everyone to use, but does everyone need protein powder? On today's episode, we'll be answering that question and more. - Who would benefit most from the addition of protein powder in their day? - Are protein powders safe and healthy? - What are the regulations around protein powders? - Other than taste and cost, what are some of the key factors to consider when deciding which type to purchase? Whey, casein, collagen,

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00:35:09

Ep 40. Celiac Disease - Gluten Free Living

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/10/03

Today, Rob and I discuss : What is celiac disease? What proportion of the population is affected and what are the general symptoms and aspects of diagnosis that a person can expect. Plus, importance of healing the gut after contact with gluten, and the resulting injury to the intestinal lining. Why eating gluten-free products isn't the best way forward with celiac disease. What are the four main foods that naturally contain gluten, and the variety of common, processed foods that come from those main

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00:37:21

Ep 39. Fatty Liver - How to Put Your Liver on a Diet

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/09/26

Today, we discuss: - What is fatty liver, otherwise known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) ? -Why is it a growing epidemic? - As 1/10 children have it, it's not related to alcohol intake, but our diet and lifestyle. -What are the aspects of diet and lifestyle that can lead to fatty liver? - Is fatty liver reversible, once someone has it? -Seven ways to put your liver on a diet, with specific foods to include, as well as which ones to avoid or limit to help your liver and overall

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00:44:45

Ep 38. 10 Foods That Aren't as Healthy as You Think

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/09/19

Protein bars, spinach dip, veggie crisps, yogurt and sweet potato fries.......what do these foods have in common? They have a 'health halo', an illusion of health and assumption that they are a better choice than their counterparts.....but.....are they? Buzz words or health claims, such as 'gluten-free' or 'all natural' can lead you to believe the item is naturally a better choice to buy than foods that do not have claims or assumptions. On today's episode, Rob and Sandra discuss 10 common foods

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00:33:49

Ep 37. Senior's Nutrition - Why a Healthy Diet is...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/09/12

Good nutrition is a pillar to health and quality of life as we age. In Canada, it's estimated that more then 50% of hospitalized people over the age of 65, are clinically malnourished. On today's episode, we'll take a look at some simple self assessment tests that help you recognize malnourishment. We'll also give you 9 tips on how to improve your diet and nutrition. Many of the effects of aging are preventable and it all starts with good nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits. Enjoying the show

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00:42:53

Ep 36. A DASH of Salt - How to Eat With High Blood...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/09/06

On todays episode: - why salt isn't necessarily the main problem for people with high blood pressure. - how diet quality is critical for improving circulation and preventing hypertension. - why hypertension is called the 'silent killer'. - lifestyle factors, including diet that help reduce blood pressure. - 5 Dietary Strategies to help with blood pressure management. Enjoying the show? Consider donating , leaving a 5 star review (if you loved it!), and/or sharing this episode with your friends and

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00:32:42

Ep 35. Meal Kit Delivery Services

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/08/29

Meal kits are starting to pop up on more and more doorsteps these days, but what are they exactly? On today's episode, we'll discuss everything you need to know about this growing industry. We'll cover how the service works, what's in the box, how to make them a bit healthier, as well as some pros and cons based on the service we tried. There are a lot of benefits, so if you've been curious about meal kits, then this is a good episode to tune in to. Enjoying the show? Consider donating , leaving a

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00:34:30

Ep 34. Back to School Food Hacks

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/08/23

It's that time of year.....back to school, which means, you guessed it.....packing lunches! On today's episode, we'll give you some great tips on packing a healthy nutritious lunch. Learn everything you need to help your kids not only pack their own lunch, but make it healthy and exciting. Not going to school? No problem, there's still some good healthy advice in here for everyone else so join in as we have another fun and informative chat about food and nutrition. Enjoying the show? Consider

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00:39:41

Ep 33. Seeds: The Poor Cousin of Nuts, but Richer...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/08/15

Seeds are such an important part of our diet but they are often overlooked. They are the beginning of life and as such, have loads of nutritional benefits such as omega 3 and 6, fibre, protein, calcium, and prebiotics. Seeds are also a lot more affordable than nuts which is an important factor with today's rising food costs. On today's episode, we'll be discussing a variety of different seeds such as hemp, chia, and flax, as well as some more common ones like pumpkin, sesame, and sunflower seeds

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00:35:42

Ep 32. Skin - Collagen and Beta Carotene Rich Foods

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2022/08/08

Just like the eyes are a window to your health, the skin too, can reflect what's going on inside the body, including gut health. What you eat can affect skin and overall health. With 85% of teens in the industrialized world experiencing pimples and acne, lifestyle and diet has a big role to play. Skin may be an important link to connect the prevalence of acne and the epidemic of inflammatory health conditions later in life. In some parts of the world, where a more traditional diet is predominant,

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