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April 23, 2025

108 | What Kids Should Drink (and What to Skip): New Guidelines

Confused about what to tell parents when they ask, “Is oat milk okay?” or “How much juice is too much?” You’re not alone—it's confusing. In this episode, I’m joined by Megan Lott, MPH, RDN, Deputy Director of Healthy Eating R...
April 16, 2025

107 | “I Saw It on TikTok…” A Guide to Nutrition Trends

Have you ever had a patient say, “I saw this thing on TikTok…”—and suddenly you’re on the spot, trying to weigh in on a wellness trend you’ve never even heard of? You’re not alone. And you’re not unqualified just because you ...
April 9, 2025

106 | Is That Detox Safe? Rethinking Detox Advice

Ever had a patient come in clutching a bottle of "detox tea," asking for your advice? Or heard, “I need to reset after a bad weekend—what detox should I do?” If you're nodding along, this episode is exactly what you need. Tod...
April 2, 2025

105 | Eating for Endurance: Guide Your Patients to Race Day Success

Ever felt unsure how to support patients chasing the marathon dream—or maybe you're even training for one yourself? Whether they're seasoned runners or beginners just lacing up, this episode might be the inspiration (and info...
March 26, 2025

104 | Why We Accept Body Diversity in Dogs but Not People

Ever wonder why we're quick to admire a Great Dane or a Chihuahua for their unique sizes, but struggle to extend that same appreciation to ourselves and our patients? Today, we're unraveling this curious contradiction. In thi...
March 19, 2025

103 | Toxic Superfoods: Are They Really Poisoning Us?

Are oxalates quietly damaging our health? Could common foods like spinach, almonds, and berries be the real culprits behind everything from kidney stones to joint pain and brain fog? That’s the claim in Toxic Superfoods by Sa...
March 12, 2025

102 | Blood Sugar Hacks: The Truth About Resistant Starch, Glycemic Index & The Glucose Goddess

Can freezing rice make it healthier? Are cold potatoes better for blood sugar? And do viral blood sugar hacks actually work? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mindy Patterson, a registered dietitian and researcher, to brea...
March 5, 2025

101 | “I’m Barely Eating—Why Can’t I Lose Weight?” The Hidden Factors at Play

It’s a struggle every clinician has heard: “I barely eat, but I can’t lose weight.” So, what’s really going on? In this episode, I sit down with registered dietitian Sarah Allison, RDN to unpack the hidden factors behind why ...
Feb. 26, 2025

100 | From RD to PA to Podcaster: My Story + 10 Nutrition Lessons

When I started this podcast, I had no background in podcasting, editing, or marketing—just a passion for helping clinicians give better nutrition advice. 100 episodes later, here we are. In this special milestone episode, I’m...
Feb. 19, 2025

99 | Brain Food 101: What to Eat for Mental Clarity & Focus

If you’ve ever had a patient complain about brain fog, forgetfulness, or mental fatigue, you’re not alone. Cognitive health isn’t just a concern for aging patients—it affects everyone, from kids in school to busy professional...
Feb. 12, 2025

98 | Functional Medicine: Legit Science or Expensive Hype?

Have you ever had a patient do everything right —take the meds, follow your nutrition advice—yet they’re still struggling with symptoms? Chronic issues like reflux, IBS, and fatigue aren’t always solved with a prescription. S...
Feb. 5, 2025

Toxic Food? The Truth Behind Nutrition’s Biggest Buzzwords

Patients are overwhelmed with nutrition misinformation—“toxic foods", hormone imbalances, and glucose spikes. In this episode, I sit down with Barbie Boules, a Registered Dietitian who specializes in brain health and metabol...
Jan. 30, 2025

96 | The Nutrition Newsroom: FDA Bans Red 3, New Food Labels & a Shocking Cholesterol Case

Welcome to The Nutrition Newsroom - a monthly update on the latest nutrition headlines, breaking down what's trending, why it matters, and how to explain it to your patients. This week, we're covering three hot topics: FDA Ba...
Jan. 29, 2025

95 | Secrets from Nutrition Grand Rounds: Nutrition Strategies for Stronger Bones

Step into the world of Nutrition Grand Rounds with this exclusive sneak peek! In this episode, I’m sharing handpicked clips from our latest presentation on bone health, featuring two dietitians, Grace Rivers and Stephanie Tur...
Jan. 22, 2025

94 | Two Patients, Two Approaches: How to Personalize Weight Loss and Get Results

Ever feel overwhelmed when a patient asks for weight loss advice? Whether it’s helping a perimenopausal mom with a packed schedule or guiding a retired man managing type 2 diabetes, personalized strategies make all the differ...
Jan. 17, 2025

93 | Contaminated Protein Supplements!? An Expert Weighs In on the Truth

Have you seen the headlines about disturbing levels of heavy metals in protein powders? If you're panicking about whether your shake is safe, take a breath. In this episode, we tackle the fear head-on and uncover what’s fact,...
Jan. 15, 2025

92 | Cycle Syncing: A New Way to Connect With Your Body

I’m the first one to call out "trendy" wellness approaches, so when I heard about cycle syncing, I was hesitant to say the least. Today's episode explores cycle syncing - a practice of aligning lifestyle habits with the diffe...
Jan. 8, 2025

91 | Picky Eating or Feeding Disorder? The 6-Question Tool Every Provider Needs

Colleen sits down with Jaclyn Pederson, CEO of Feeding Matters, to break down the essential 6-question screening tool designed to help providers confidently assess feeding challenges in minutes. You'll learn how to spot red f...
Jan. 1, 2025

90 | New Year, New Goals: A Framework for Goal-Setting That Sticks

Happy New Year! In this episode, we dive into the science of the Fresh Start Effect and why now is the BEST time to reset and refocus. Plus, I’m sharing my personal strategy for making 2025 a year to remember: reflect, plan, ...
Dec. 31, 2024

89 | The Best of 2024: Nutrition Tips You Can’t Miss

It’s the final episode of 2024, and I couldn’t resist putting together a little something special for you—a mashup of the year’s best nutrition moments! From decoding BMI and tackling picky eaters to breaking down lipid panel...
Dec. 13, 2024

88 | 10 Ways to Enjoy the Holidays Guilt-Free

Congratulations to LaTasha Berk for winning 1 FREE year of Nutrition Grand Rounds! Thanks for playing Deficiency Detective. In this episode, I share 10 tips for navigating the holidays without derailing your health goals. Any...
Dec. 12, 2024

87 | Deficiency Detective: The Mystery of Cystic Fibrosis and Loss of Balance

Welcome to Deficiency Detective! A mini-series for you to solve today’s nutrition mystery. Join me as I share a puzzling patient case every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday during December. Today's episode solves the case of J...
Dec. 11, 2024

86 | Deficiency Detective: The Mystery of Muscle Weakness and Absent Reflexes

Welcome to Deficiency Detective! A mini-series for you to solve today’s nutrition mystery. Join me as I share a puzzling patient case every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday during December. Here’s how to play: 👉 Listen closely...
Dec. 6, 2024

85 | Deficiency Detective: The Mystery of Disorientation and Edema

Welcome to Deficiency Detective! A mini-series for you to solve today’s nutrition mystery. Join me as I share a puzzling patient case every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday during December. Here’s how to play: 👉 Listen closely...