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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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00:16:04

Flavoring Water with Fruit - Good or Bad- Nutrition...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/04/10

Would squeezing citrus fruit into water provide too much sugar and negate the benefits of drinking water?This question comes from a longtime listener, who mainly drinks plain water, but also uses slices of fruit to flavour her beverage. She is wondering if juicing the fruit would add too much sugar.Sandra and Rob peel back the layers of this question to help address this listener's concerns.Episodes that are mentioned include:Ep. 15. Chewing Your Way To Good

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00:29:47

Ep 222. Are Quinoa Flakes Good for Celiac Disease?

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/04/08

Are quinoa flakes a good healthy breakfast alternative to oats for someone with celiac disease?This is a great question from a longtime listener.Sandra and Rob discuss what quinoa flakes are, their nutritional composition compared to oats, and if they are a good alternative for breakfast.Episodes mentioned, include:Nutrition Nuggets 153. Why Steel Cut Oats Are Healthier https://youtu.be/AhKxKT2DtQ4?si=YVJucLkBRbM2urtXEp. 84. Why Whole Grains Are Better For Blood Sugar

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00:20:48

Easy Bean Ideas - Nutrition Nuggets 164 (revisited)

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/04/03

We thought we'd throw one more oldie at you. You know we love our beans so we'd thought we'd repost this episode from a few years back with all sorts of great bean ideas. We've all heard the saying...."Beans, beans....they're good for your heart..." but, many people don't know how to cook with beans and what kind of recipes to make.With so many Mediterranean cultures enjoying bean dishes, and the variety of different legumes, pulses, lentils and beans that are

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00:30:38

Ep 221. Improve Gut Health with Probiotic Foods - Pop...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/04/01

Another blast from the past worthy of another listen!A listener asks, "Does fermentation and pickling foods produce the same result?"We cover what probiotics and prebiotics are, and how they are helpful for gut health, plus what helps with the balance for the gut biome. Rob questions Sandra on a variety of topics relating to probiotics.Enjoying the show? Consider leaving a 5 star review (if you loved it!), and/or sharing this episode with your friends and family :)Don't forget to visit our social

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00:22:29

Breakfast Foods to Ditch - Nutrition Nuggets 163...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/03/26

A great episode from Jan 2024. Lots of good reminders in this one!Beginning a new year, turning over a new leaf, some people resolve to start new routines, such as eating breakfast again. The first meal of the day is a critical opportunity to set the tone of the day for including important vitamins/minerals, protein and fiber. There are many wholesome, healthy choices to break the fast in the morning.Tune in to hear about 15 breakfast ideas that may be traditional, but, are not helping to start your

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00:33:16

Ep 220. Nutrition Month - Ten Foods to Consider...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/03/25

We take a look back at our Nutrition Month episode from 2023. March is Nutrition Month! To help with reducing your food bill, while also increasing your nutritional health with quality foods, on this episode, we discuss ten foods to consider for your weekly meals and grocery shop. - five foods to include - five foods to reduce Resources:⁠What is Processed Meat? - American Institute for Cancer Research (aicr.org)⁠https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/food-guide-snapshot/Enjoying the show? Consider

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00:22:53

Trail Mix Comparison and Review - Nutrition Nuggets 162

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/03/20

Are all trail mixes healthy? That depends.....Sandra and Rob check out a few options and discuss the ingredients and nutrition facts to compare apples to apples (trail mix to trail mix).Episodes mentioned include:Nutrition Nuggets 132. Edamame - The Ultimate Beanhttps://youtu.be/wNFEJPnrLvU?si=9cLVuNRDC28TNdVrNutrition Nuggets 53. The Best Way to Add to Cranberries to Your Diethttps://youtu.be/Eq8RhJDpKh4?si=CDeAYysaVPIwRBaHNutrition Nuggets 32. High Protein Low Carb

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00:16:55

Ep 219. Feed a Fever and Starve a Cold?

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/03/18

Feed a cold and starve a fever.....or is it the other way around?? How many times have you heard this old adage when you were sick?Is there any truth to starving yourself when you're ill?Sandra and Rob look at where this old wive's tale originated, what it means, and if there's any truth to it.Episodes mentioned include:Ep 216. Is It ok to Drink Electrolytes Every Day?https://youtu.be/XoUwLAXhBS4?si=vwZflnt6tkiMcwYREp 3. Immunity - Part 1. Eating Well To Maintain A Healthy Immune

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00:19:57

Not All Frozen Vegetables Are Created Equal -...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/03/13

Are all frozen vegetable medleys low sodium? Rob thought so, and we analyzed the Nutrition Facts together to review the nutritional aspects of these freezer mixes. You may be surprised at what we uncover!Episodes mentioned include:Nutrition Nuggets 110. Freezer Staples, More Thank Just Frozen Peashttps://youtu.be/hcXMZcgJCYQ?si=YeWJpBBHP2TMbWGTNutrition Nuggets 31. Are Mushrooms Vegetables? https://youtu.be/LTu7mYCbmwk?si=JmjyrU0Ke7ns1RxCNutrition Nuggets 87. Five Ways to Add More Vegetables to Your

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00:57:01

Ep 218. Breaking The All Or Nothing Diet Mentality...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/03/11

This is a great episode from June 2024. Well worth another listen. Enjoy!An eating pattern or diet that works for you, may not work for your friend. There’s bio-individuality around body functions, behaviors and daily habits that affect our health.With the 'diet du jour' with social media trends, the ‘all or nothing’ thinking of starting a perfect eating plan and getting thrown off schedule, is a common issue that many people have when embarking on a new diet or lifestyle change.Black and

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00:20:36

12 Grocery Tips for Saving Money (revisited) -...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/03/06

Here's a fun little episode from a few years ago. Enjoy!Going to the grocery store can feel like a trip that breaks the bank. Without enough planning and making a list of essential staples that are needed, it's easy to go over budget for food shopping.In response to a listener question, we discuss 12 actionable strategies to save money on groceries.We also refer back to: ⁠Ep 8 Grocery Tour⁠ https://youtu.be/uVZnvoyODBs⁠Ep 78 Budget Friendly Grocery Tips with Joni Rampolla, RD

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00:39:11

Ep 217. Why Eating Slow is More Healthy

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/03/04

A question from a listener comes for today's episode."My husband has diabetes, high blood pressure, and travels a lot for work. I think he eats too fast at meals and I wanted to know what the health risks are of eating too fast?What a great question! Sandra and Rob do a deep dive into this topic and go into many different aspects of the common practice of eating rapidly at meals. Living the North American lifestyle really sets people to wolf down their food in a hurry to get to the next

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00:15:17

DIY Yogurt Drinks - Nutrition Nuggets 158

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/02/27

Many of us buy drinkable yogurt for the convenience and ease of a pre-made snack. Like anything else we buy in the store, we can make them at home from simple ingredients! The bonus is you get to control the quality and nutritional value of these when you make them at home. Sandra discusses with Rob her favourite flavours and ingredients for homemade yogurt drinks. Episodes mentioned include:Nutrition Nuggets 151. Is Greek Yogurt

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00:19:23

Ep 216. Is it Ok to Drink Electrolytes Every Day?

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/02/25

We address a common question about electrolyte drinks and if people need them daily.Sandra and Rob discuss what these drinks are, who may need them, and how often. Plus, we discuss food sources of electrolytes.Episodes mentioned include:Nutrition Nuggets 20. Health Halo of Different Drinks - Myths and Marketinghttps://youtu.be/hFegf5Dfmjw?si=KvhbzHXCmWyjhjxqNutrition Nuggets 80. The Truth About Energy Drinks and Sports Drinks https://youtu.be/Yy9hAWsS7Ck?si=niZW_SbKt91ao5V2Nutrition Nuggets 125

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00:21:37

Metamucil vs Chia Seeds: Which Actually Works Better?...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/02/20

Will chia act like Metamucil for digestion? This great question from a listener is discussed.Sandra and Rob talk about the various uses for Metamucil and compares this to the food source of fibre, in the nutritional powerhouse of chia seeds.Episodes mentioned include:Nutrition Nuggets 126. Flax, Chia, Hemp...Which is Best?https://youtu.be/GN0YpnUIXEw?si=jQ6NkqLeyxLREDvtEp 33. Seeds, The Poor Cousins of Nuts, but Richer Nutritional Powerhouseshttps://youtu.be/sruEEJLnJ00?si=F3giIqOa5zZsom08Nutrition

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00:56:05

Ep 215. Are You Under Muscled? with Fitness Coach...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/02/18

As we age, we all lose muscle and as the old adage states, "use it or lose it" Fitness coach Lisa Duncan, a returning guest to the podcast, says that our muscle is the currency of longevity, which helps to show the importance of having strength and lean muscle tissue, as you age to help protect your health.We dive deep with Lisa about the dangers of being 'under muscled' and the critical role that muscle plays, as we age.Episodes mentioned include :Ep.60. Diet Culture and the

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00:23:22

Is Fiber Maxxing Healthy? - Nutrition Nuggets 156

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/02/12

There's a new trend on TikTok called 'fiber maxxing' and Rob and Sandra discuss the pros and cons of this new diet strategy.Episodes mentioned include:Ep 17. Fiber - What's the Scoop, Poop?https://youtu.be/1I5erxBhMoo?si=YmTfpVMCzuBeSqfdNutrition Nuggets 143. Fibre & Protein Lunch Ideashttps://youtu.be/AkLL2t8ITdA?si=3MoFXT3QcAJ5ozRsEp. 140. Easy Ways To Add More Fiber in Your Diethttps://youtu.be/3ywLwGcrMU8?si=Ex-WTOxDEpTeYk1BEp 164. Prebiotics, Probiotics and Postbiotics -

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00:20:55

Ep 214. Does Sugar Impact Your Cancer Risk?

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/02/11

Does sugar feed cancer and if so, should someone cut out grains and fruit if they have cancer?It sounds like a simple question, but the answer is not so simple.Sandra and Rob discuss this issue, capitalizing on Sandra's span of 3 decades working in Oncology Nutrition with people undergoing cancer treatment.Episodes mentioned include:Nutrition Nuggets 75. Sugar, Honey and all Things Sweet https://youtu.be/0mIZqSD8iEo?si=2ijXwxgV9Zh_0cRpNutrition Nuggets 3. Sugar and All of it's

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00:27:51

The Ultimate Guide for Hearty Healthy Homemade Soup -...

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/02/06

Earlier this week, we discussed instant noodle soups and meals. The hidden cost of cheap eating was described in that episode.Rob offered an alternative suggestion for having homemade soup that offers so much more goodness, taste and health benefits.Tune in to hear about the differences between broth and stock and how to make delicious soup from scratch.Taking hearty homemade soup in a thermos is like taking a warm hug from home to school or to work.A perfect meal for this winter season.Episodes

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00:27:33

Ep 213. Mr Noodles: The Hidden Cost of Budget Meals

My Wife the Dietitian ·

2026/02/04

The ultimate 'starving student' food seems to be the instant noodle bowls and today, Rob and Sandra discuss these cheap and convenient food products. We address a question from a listener about her son's diet.Episodes mentioned include:Ep 9. Food Labels101 - Understanding What It All Meanshttps://youtu.be/evstH75kcUA?si=yWpcNo5pK1xa-gCFEp 161. Sodium Surprises in Foodhttps://youtu.be/KrjIwbWjSQ4?si=FXFqnbuPtl2u3yBhEp. 24. Ultra Processed Foods - 5 Ways To Reduce Your

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