Focus On Nutrition And Nutrition Science

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Sinopsis

Ever-increasing evidence points to the importance of nutrition in preventing and managing disease. Through a thorough examination of metabolic and physiological responses of the body to diet and nutrition, we seek to highlight current topics, research and best practices in this field.

Episodios

  • Advanced Clinical Counseling Strategies for Obesity

    06/03/2017

    Host: Prathima Setty, MD More than one third of US adults are considered obese, and obesity-related conditions including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and certain cancers are now among the leading causes of preventable death in the United States. How are health care providers tackling this national and global problem? Dr. Prathima Setty talks with Dr. Neeraj Bhushan, an internal medicine physician with extensive experience in obesity and associated chronic illnesses, about how physicians can approach and counsel their patients in regard to managing obesity and obesity-related conditions.

  • Brain Food for Seniors: Dietary Impacts on Cognition and Longevity

    16/01/2017

    Host: Kathy King, RDN Can good nutrition improve cognition in the aging brain, as well as expand life spans in older adults? Host Kathy King speaks with dietitian and nutrition consultant Matthew Ruscigno about the latest research and subsequent dietetic recommendations aimed at seniors. They discuss which foods and dietary practices are now associated with helping seniors preserve cognition and live longer.

  • The Dietitian's Guide to Food Allergies, Intolerances, and Sensitivites

    09/01/2017

    Host: Kathy King, RDN It's estimated that 4 - 8% of the U.S. population has at least one food allergy, and the incidence rate appears to be growing. How do we explain this harmful trend in public health, and what can clinicians and patients do to help mitigate the risk of developing food allergies? Host Kathy King is joined by Debra Indorato, nutrition advisor for Kids With Allergies, which is a division of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. The two discuss the latest understandings and dietetic approaches to food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances.

  • Building Bone Vitality Without Dairy, Calcium, Estrogen, or Drugs: Is It Nutritionally Possible?

    03/01/2017

    Host: Kathy King, RDN Osteoporosis treatments most commonly focus on drugs, hormone replacement therapies, and mineral supplements. But are there other effective ways to build bone vitality? On this episode of NutritionEdge, Kathy King speaks with Dr. Amy Lanou, Professor and Chair of Health and Wellness at the University of North Carolina-Asheville. Dr. Lanou is author of the book Building Bone Vitality: A Revolutionary Diet Plan to Prevent Bone Loss and Reverse Osteoporosis—Without Dairy, Calcium, Estrogen, or Drugs.

  • Beyond Bone Health: The Nutritional Scoop on Vitamin D

    19/12/2016

    Host: Kathy King, RDN Joining Kathy King to talk about vitamin D at the molecular, physiological, and clinical levels is Susan Allen, certified clinical nutritionist and owner of Next Level Functional Nutrition based in Tampa, FL.

  • The Rising Diabulimia Epidemic: Safeguarding Diabetic Patients with Eating Disorders

    19/12/2016

    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP Diabulimia, defined as the manipulation of insulin treatments by Type 1 diabetic patients in order to lose weight, is a rising problem among teens and young adults in the U.S, particularly young women. Joining Dr. Brian McDonough to discuss this dual diagnosis phenomenon of diabetes and eating disorders, ways in which they exacerbate other disease processes, the long term consequences, and management priorities for phycisians is author and registered dietitian Susan Weiner. Susan is a recipient of the AADE Diabetes Educator of the Year award and has devoted much of her writing and clinical expertise to addressing diabulimia in at-risk patients.

  • 11 Essential Foods for Infants and Children: Guidelines to Healthy Eating

    12/09/2016

    Host: Jennifer Caudle, DO Parents today are bombarded with confusing and sometimes harmful information in regard to which foods are best to give their kids. Nutritional guidelines are constantly changing and parents don’t know who to trust for medically sound and proven advice that works. Host Dr. Jennifer Caudle sits down with Dr. Tanya Altmann, pediatrician, founder of Calabasas Pediatrics, and author of the book, What to Feed Your Baby: A Pediatrician’s Guide to the 11 Essential Foods to Guarantee Veggie-Loving, No Fuss, Healthy Eating Kids. The two talk about the importance of introducing children to healthy eating habits from an early age to ensure a good eating adult lifestyle.

  • Diets with More Plant Protein Linked to Lower Risk of Death

    01/08/2016

    [Read the Article] According to a new study, eating a diet that includes more plant-based protein is associated with a lower risk of death, while eating more animal protein is associated with a higher risk of death, especially among adults with at least one unhealthy behavior such as smoking, drinking alcohol, being overweight or living a sedentary lifestyle. Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital examined how each protein source influenced long-term health. They looked at more than 131,000 adults participating in two long-running national health studies. Participants provided 25 to 30 years of detailed data on diet, lifestyle, and medical conditions. Researchers reviewed detailed food questionnaires that were sent to the participants every four years. They found that higher intake of animal protein was positively associated with mortality and that the association was higher among adults who lived an unhealthy lifestyle. Substituting plant protein for animal protein, especially processed red meat, wa

  • Help for People with Gluten Sensitivities at Restaurants

    11/07/2016

    Host: Matt Birnholz, MD The simple act of going out to eat can be a tricky proposition for people dealing with gluten intolerance or sensitivity issues. A new portable device is aiming to help people with this problem by allowing them to test food’s gluten content and help find foods that they are able to eat. Host Dr. Matt Birnholz talks with guest Carla Borsoi, Vice President of Marketing at 6Sensor Labs, about how this device will assist people living with gluten intolerance or sensitivity issues.

  • Optimal Nutrition Planning for Marathon Runners

    27/06/2016

    Host: Kathy King, RDN Traditionally, marathon runners eat a high carbohydrate meal before a race to maximize the storage of glycogen in their muscles. But is this the best method to ensure race endurance? Host Kathy King chats with sport nutritionist Nancy Clark about the best nutrition and diet strategies for training and running a marathon.

  • Nutrition Goals for High Performance Athletes

    20/06/2016

    Host: Kathy King, RDN What role does nutrition play in the success of high performance athletes? Host Kathy King speaks with Lilah Al-Masri, registered dietitian and specialist in sports dietetics. Ms. Al-Masri is the former sports dietitian for the United States Naval Academy, and she has co-authored the book 100 Questions and Answers about Sports Nutrition and Exercise. The two discuss nutritional considerations in various athletic contexts, from sport types to environmental changes to training-versus-competitive cycles.

  • Natural Sexual Aphrodisiacs: The Good, The Bad, and The Deadly

    23/05/2016

    Host: Michael Krychman, MD There are many herbs and supplements that have gained popularity as natural sexual aphrodisiacs. While many are sold over the counter nationwide to enhance sexual function, a surprising number of supplements can cause ranges of serious side effects. Which aphrodisiacs have been proven effective, which are safe, and which are potentially deadly? Host Dr. Michael Krychman joins Dr. Elizabeth West, a resident physician at the University of California-Irvine, to talk about the spectrum of natural herbs and supplements, from foods like honey and chocolate to herbs such as ginseng and macca, and their known sexual health benefits vs risks.

  • What's the Deal with Saturated Fat and Cardiovascular Disease Risk?

    02/05/2016

    Host: Alan S. Brown, MD, FNLA Dr. Alan Brown welcomes Dr. Penny Kris-Etherton, Distinguished Professor of Nutrition at Penn State and Past President of NLA. Dr. Kris-Etherton reviews the current dietary recommendations for saturated fat for the population at large and for reducing LDL-C levels. The two discuss the evidence to support these dietary recommendations and optimal replacement nutrients for dietary saturated fatty acids (SFAs).

  • The Rising Obesity Epidemic in Senior Populations

    11/04/2016

    Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP According to a recent study, the percentage of elderly people in American nursing homes who are moderately to severely overweight has climbed to 25%, a dramatic increase from 14% back in 2000. How does this alarming trend affect both health outcomes and care delivery in caregiving settings? Joining Dr. Brian McDonough to discuss this underrecognized issue of obesity in senior populations is Dr. Caroline Cederquist, bariatrics expert and founder of Cederquist Medical Wellness Center in Naples FL. Dr. Cederquist is also co-founder of bistroMD, a company premised on delivering physician-designed gourmet meals to patients for purposes of weight loss and health maintenance.

  • Eating Seafood May Help Lower the Risk of Dementia

    04/02/2016

    [Read the Article] A new study examined the brains of deceased individuals and found that moderate seafood consumption correlated with lesser Alzheimer disease.Researchers from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago enrolled older people living in public housing and retirement communities in an ongoing study of memory and aging. Participants had normal memory function when they entered the study and were asked to keep track of their diet using a detailed questionnaire. The participants also agreed to brain donation after they died, providing researchers a total of 286 brains to examine.They found that participants who reported consuming seafood at least once a week had decreased occurrence of the plaques and tangles associated with Alzheimer disease. Increased seafood consumption was associated with increased brain mercury levels, but the mercury did not appear to have an impact on brain health. [Watch more videos of The JAMA Report]

  • The Dietitian's Guide to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

    19/10/2015

    Host: Kathy King, RDN Guest: Angela Grassi Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is the top cause of female infertility in the United States. Patients with PCOS often ask whether nutritional choices can affect both their quality of life and even their fertility. How should the clinician respond? Joining host Kathy King to investigate nutrition therapy for PCOS is dietitian Angela Grassi, author of PCOS: The Dietitian's Guide. Ms. Grassi is the founder of the PCOS Nutrition Center in Bryn Mawr, PA, dedicated to advocacy, education, and evidence-based research of this syndrome.

  • Nutrition and Sleep Hygiene: Helpful Roles vs Disruptive Risks

    19/10/2015

    Host: Kathy King, RDN Guest: Diana Noland For many research scientists in the molecular biochemistry and physiology fields, sleep is often touted as 'the most anti-inflammatory event in metabolism.' But what role does nutrition play in healthy sleep cycles and, by extension, inflammatory disease risk reduction? Joining host Kathy King to discuss nutritional mechanisms in sleep aids and sleep disruptors alike is Diana Noland, dietitian and board-certified clinical nutritionist on the adjunct faculty of the University of Kansas Medical Center Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, and in private practice in Burbank, CA. Ms. Noland specializes in nutritional health for complex metabolic conditions, oncology, gastrointestinal, and neurologic chronic diseases.

  • Debunking the Villainization of Dietary Fats

    19/10/2015

    Host: Kathy King, RDN Guest: Diana Noland Fats in the diet: are they villains to our health, or necessary fuels and basic cellular components we can't live without? Exploring this and other important questions with host Kathy King is Diana Noland, dietitian and board-certified clinical nutritionist on the adjunct faculty of the University of Kansas Medical Center Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, and in private practice in Burbank, CA. Ms. Noland specializes in nutritional health for complex metabolic conditions, oncology, gastrointestinal, and neurologic chronic diseases.

  • How Low Carb Diets Enhance Gestational Diabetes Control

    19/10/2015

    Host: Kathy King, RDN Guest: Lily Nichols Controlling blood sugar and weight gain in expectant patients with gestational diabetes can be challenging. But the move toward lower carbohydrate diets for these patients has shown promise in controlling diabetic progression through pregnancy. Joining host Kathy King to discuss the mechanisms and rationales behind this nutritional guidance is dietitian and certified diabetes educator Lily Nichols, author of Real Food for Gestational Diabetes.

  • Examining the Low FODMAP Diet for Functional Bowel Disorders

    19/10/2015

    Host: Kathy King, RDN Guest: Patsy Catsos FODMAPs are short chain carbohydrates (oligosaccharides), disaccharides, monosaccharides and related alcohols that are poorly absorbed in the small intestine. For patients with irritable bowel syndrome, Celiac disease, or inflammatory bowel disorders, ingestion of these carbohydrates can significantly worsen disease symptoms. How are low FADMAP diets constructed to control this nutritional issue, and where do patients need help and guidance maintaining these diets? Host Kathy King welcomes dietitian Patsy Catsos, author of IBS Free at Last. Ms. Catsos has a private practice in Portland, ME and has been an early adopter of the FODMAP approach for patients with functional bowel disorders.

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