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Nutrition for Noobs

N4N Productions

Nutrition for Noobs is a fun, science-backed podcast where nutrition expert Michelle Pierce-Hamilton teams up with novice foodie Kevin Harries to break down the confusion around modern diets and healthy eating. Updated biweekly, each episode tackles one nutrition topic—from anti-inflammatory seeds and collagen to bone broth, emulsifiers, salt, plant-based eating, healthy pantry staples, and more—with humour, clarity, and evidence-based insights.Michelle, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist,

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All Episodes

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Ep 54 - Gluten, Grains, and the Great Bread Debate:...

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2025/11/11

In this episode of Nutrition for Noobs, Michelle and Kevin dig deeper into the world of grains to uncover the truth about gluten: what it is, which grains contain it, and whether you really need to avoid it. From wheat, barley, and rye to pseudo-grains like quinoa and buckwheat, Michelle explains how gluten functions as a protein and why celiac disease, gluten intolerance, and general sensitivity are very different things.They also share affordable, plant-forward meal ideas and debate the

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Ep 53 - The Whole Grain Hierarchy: What You Really...

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2025/10/28

In this episode of Nutrition for Noobs, Michelle and Kevin dive into the “whole grain hierarchy” to uncover which grains are the most nutritious—and which ones are best kept as an occasional snack. (It's like a whole grain Game of Thrones this week!) From intact grains like quinoa, barley, and wild rice, all the way down to puffed rice cakes, they explain how processing impacts fiber, protein, and nutrient levels. Along the way, you’ll hear nostalgic breakfast cereal stories, practical cooking

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Ep 52 - What You Need to Know About the Health Risks...

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2025/10/14

In this episode of Nutrition for Noobs, Kevin and Michelle dive into the hidden health risks of everyday ultra-processed foods, from childhood lunchbox staples like hot hogs, salami and bologna to the long-term impact on gut health, cancer risk, and overall wellness. Michelle breaks down why colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in North America, how diet plays a critical role in prevention, and why heart disease and cancer remain leading causes of death in the U.S. and Canada.The

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Ep 51 - The Science of Coffee: Wellness, Herbs and...

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2025/09/30

Unlock the secrets of coffee, wellness, and nutrition in this episode of Nutrition for Noobs! Join hosts Kevin and Michelle as they dive deep with special guests Jenna Goodhand and Tomas Dobranski from Cafezia.Explore the fascinating history of coffee, and discover how modern wellness coffees are transforming the way we drink our favourite morning beverage. Learn about the science behind brewing styles, cholesterol, antioxidants, and how small herbal enhancements can boost coffee’s benefits without

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39:38

Ep 50 - Unlocking the Power of Chronobiology: Why...

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2025/09/16

In this exciting follow-up episode of Nutrition for Noobs, Michelle dives deeper into the science of chronobiology—the study of how our internal clocks impact metabolism, weight loss, gut health, and overall well-being. Michelle unpacks fascinating research showing that eating the same meals at different times of day can yield dramatically different results, and why syncing your eating habits with your circadian rhythm could be the missing piece in your health journey.You'll also learn how

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Ep 49 and a half - Celebrating 50 Episodes!...

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2025/09/15

Surprise! To celebrate the 50th official episode of Nutrition for Noobs (coming tomorrow), we're dropping this special bonus, packed with two years' worth of behind-the-scenes outtakes, hilarious off-mic moments, and raw banter between your favorite co-hosts, Kevin and Michelle. From digestive hand gestures to cricket recipes, recording flubs, intro confusion, poop talk, and Muppet references — this is Nutrition for Noobs like you’ve never heard it before. (Well, maybe a bit.) Whether

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Ep 49 - The Truth About Fasting: How Meal Timing...

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2025/09/02

In this insightful episode, Michelle and Kevin explore the science and lifestyle strategies behind intermittent fasting, time-restricted eating, and the groundbreaking fasting mimicking diet (FMD) developed by Dr. Valter Longo. They dive into how ancient eating patterns influence modern health, discuss the ideal fasting window for longevity and weight loss, and examine why most of us eat far more frequently than our bodies evolved to handle.Learn how time-restricted eating can boost metabolism,

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Ep 48 - Plant-Based Chocolate Cake (No Eggs, No...

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2025/08/19

Looking for a healthier dessert that’s still rich, chocolatey, and satisfying? In this solo “Recipes for Noobs” episode, Kevin shares his perfected, egg-free, oil-free Mexican-inspired chocolate cake made with black beans, apples, dates, and dark chocolate.Discover simple ingredient swaps for eggs and fat using pantry staples like applesauce, zucchini, and banana, and learn how to create delicious desserts without sacrificing texture or flavour. Perfect for anyone exploring vegan baking, plant-based

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Ep 47 - Healing Leaky Gut Naturally: Microplastics,...

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2025/08/05

In this episode of Nutrition for Noobs, Kevin and Michelle dive deeper into leaky gut syndrome, how it's linked to microplastics, and—most importantly—how to heal your gut naturally. Learn why small dietary and lifestyle changes can lead to big improvements in gut health, inflammation reduction, and overall wellness. Michelle shares science-backed insights on reversing gut damage, the role of anti-inflammatory foods, and how habits like exercise, hydration, and accountability coaching contribute

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Ep 46 - Microplastics, Leaky Gut & Chronic Disease:...

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2025/07/22

In this eye-opening episode, Michelle uncovers the hidden health threats posed by microplastics in our food, water, packaging, and clothing. Learn how these invisible pollutants contribute to gut dysbiosis, leaky gut syndrome, autoimmune conditions, and chronic inflammation—and how they may even trigger anxiety, depression, and cognitive decline via the gut-brain axis.Discover the critical role of short chain fatty acids, the dangers of synthetic materials, and the small lifestyle changes that can

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Ep 45 - The Scoop on Poop: What Your Bowel Movements...

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2025/07/08

In this refreshingly candid episode, Michelle and Kevin break the taboo and dive deep into a topic we all think about but rarely talk about — poop. Join us for a surprisingly informative (and entertaining) conversation that explores what your bowel movements can tell you about your gut health, immune function, and overall wellness.Michelle, a self-proclaimed "poo evangelist," explains why stool consistency, colour, and frequency are key indicators of your internal health. From the impact of

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Ep 44 - The Truth About Fibre: Why Most People Are...

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2025/06/24

Did you know that most Canadians—and people in developed countries—are severely deficient in dietary fibre (or fiber, for our American friends)? In this eye-opening episode, Michelle and Kevin dive deep into the importance of fibre for digestive health, metabolism, weight management, and disease prevention. Discover the difference between soluble fibre and insoluble fibre, why prebiotic fibre and resistant starches are crucial for a healthy gut microbiome, and how inadequate fibre intake is linked

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Ep 43 - Chia vs. Flax vs. Hemp – The Super‑Seed...

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2025/06/10

In this seed‑tastic episode of Nutrition for Noobs, Michelle and Kevin dive into one of the most buzzworthy nutrition questions: chia seeds, flax seeds, hemp hearts – which one truly wins? Packed with seed puns and dad-joke flair, they serve up science‑rich nutrition insights that are as fun as they are informative.Tune in to uncover:Which seed is the anti‑inflammatory MVPSimple prep habits for soaking, grinding, and storingEasy recipes—chia pudding, flax eggs, granolasThe surprising benefits of

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Ep 42 - Digging into the trend of bone broth - is it...

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2025/05/27

There have been a number of influencers recently extolling the benefits of drinking bone broth. This week, Michelle digs up the truth about bone broth (get the archeology reference to bones?) - how much nutrition is there, what have scientific studies told us about bone broth (since the 1930s!!!) and are there any risks to indulging too often. And, as always, she offers some alternatives. And just for kicks, Kevin shares some of his odd food choices, most of them to be avoided at all costs.Want to

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Ep 41 - What is collagen, and are collagen...

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2025/05/13

This week, Michelle tackles another listener question, who asks: should I invest in collagen supplements for my skin? But before answering, we have to understand what collagen is (spoiler: Kevin has no idea), and how it works on your skin (and other parts of your body - you'll be surprised). And thanks to science, we can then understand whether these supplements are beneficial... and if not, how else you could be spending your hard-earned money to get that social media glow.Do you have your own

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Ep 40 - Michelle guests on Plant-Based Canada podcast

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2025/04/29

Recently, Michelle was a guest on the Plant-Based Canada podcast, and had a fascinating interview with Stephanie Nishi. We wanted to share that episode with our Noobs.And if you're interested in subscribing to the Plant-Based Canada podcast, you can connect with them here:Instagram (@plantbasedcanadaorg)Facebook (Plant-Based Canada, https://m.facebook.com/plantbasedcanadaorg/)Website (https://www.plantbasedcanada.org/)X / Twitter @PBC_orgListen to the Plant-Based Canada Podcast here

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Ep 39 - Ideas for stocking your pantry

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2025/04/15

When people (yes, I'm talking to you, my fellow noobs!) start thinking about incorporating more plant-forward food in their diets, they often wonder what to buy and keep on hand to make those last-minute meals. Well, thankfully, we have Michelle to break it all down for us and provide some amazing suggestions for what to keep on hand in your pantry, fridge, freezer and even your spice rack! Happy cooking!Transcript: https://kevinharries.com/podcast_transcripts/N4N_39.txtGot a question for

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32:20

Ep 38 - Microbiome in the news - recent news about...

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2025/04/01

Michelle shares two recent articles about environmental impacts to our microbiome. The first is all about emulsifiers, and how they can impact the good little buggies that live in our guts, and what to look for (and possibly avoid) on lists of ingredients. She also shares an interesting study about astronauts, and how living in the 'purity' of the space station is impacting their gut bacteria.Transcript: https://kevinharries.com/podcast_transcripts/N4N_38.txtGot a question for Michelle? A

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Ep 37 - To be taken with a grain of salt - is salt...

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2025/03/18

We got a listener question that was wide open: "What's the deal with salt?" so Michelle did her best to answer it (and did an amazing job of it). We discuss salt, how much you need, how much might be too much, how to read food labels, and the importance of the type of salt you use (yes, it matters!). And Michelle grosses out Kevin with lots of talk about goiters.Got a question for Michelle? A topic suggestion? Send them all to n4noobs@gmail.com. And don't forget to rate us on Apple

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Ep 36 - Redefining comfort food at RMH - with special...

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2025/03/04

This week, we're pleased to have a great discussion with another special guest - Chef Kim Sutherland, Manager Nutrition & Wellness of Ronald McDonald House in Southwestern Ontario Chapter. Chef Kim talks about the journey RMH made under her guidance to encourage their guests to be more engaged and thoughtful with their food and nutrition during their stay at RMH. It's a great conversation that touches on getting kids buy-in on their nutrition, redefining "comfort food," and the

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