Nutrition literacy in the age of TikTok

874. If you're prone to kidney stones, you've probably been told to cut back on calcium. If you're worried about your bones, you've been told to get more. So which is it?Turns out it's a false choice. The old advice to restrict dietary calcium doesn't lower your risk of calcium s ...  Show more

On a road trip, tackling a summer cleanup, or just catching up on podcasts? QDT has you covered with Summer Saturday encores from your favorite shows. See the full Summer Saturday lineup on Spotify and enjoy this episode, which first aired in November 2024.California recently ena ...  Show more

Think you can spot the nutrition lies? In this episode, we’re playing a game of Two Truths and a Lie—nutrition-science style. From carbs and muscle fuel to metabolism myths, I’ll unpack what the research actually says (and what it doesn’t). 👉 Here’s what you’ll learn: Why carbs ...  Show more

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 don’t have an instant answer.

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EP. 189: Leave Me a Message! Have you ever been caught in the whirlwind of nutrition advice, spinning between "eat this, not that" and "everything in moderation"? Michelle Shapiro, a registered dietitian, joins me to uncover the truth behind the mixed messages in dietetics. We sh ...  Show more

Discover how to seamlessly integrate nutrition discussions into your patient encounters. In this episode, learn what you can expect from Exam Room Nutrition and then explore 3 simple, yet effective strategies for starting the nutrition discussion during a patient visit.