Diet Science

What's the difference between probiotics and prebiotics?  What role do prebiotics play in our immune health, and how to they keep our digestive system working properly?  Listen in this week as Dee discuss the benefits of prebiotics, what foods we find them in, and how to make sure you get enough each day. Link to Hyperbiotics Organic Prebiotic Powder

For the third year running, the U.S. News and World Report ranks the Mediterranean Diet as the most nutritious and easy to follow diets for effective for weight loss and prevention of diabetes and heart disease.  Listen in this week as Dee discusses the history and tenets of this long standing traditional diet, and how it fits in well with the processed-free philosophy. Link to JaJa's Music Link to Dee's Article on this subject

Fatty liver is mainly a diet-related disease, and is emerging as the most prevalent form of chronic liver disease in the world.  Listen in this week as Dee discusses the powerful liver healing properties of milk thistle, and why this ancient herb is effective at combatting this modern disease. Link to Milk Thistle Extract

If you’re having trouble catching z’s, you’ve probably got insomnia.  And if you’ve got insomnia, chances are your brain may not be making enough GABA.  Listen in as Dee shares the good news - that with the right foods or supplements, it’s fairly easy to increase GABA levels in the brain. Link to Dee's New Article on GABA

In recent years, scientists have learned that two of the most crucial fatty acids responsible for optimal functioning of the brain. Listen in as Dee talks about those fatty acids and the studies that show that they are excellent for alleviating the effects of ADHD. Dee's Article about Fish Oil and ADHD

Parsley is probably the best known and widely used herb, yet its many health protective properties are often ignored in its popular role as a plate garnish. Listen in this week as Dee discuss the powerful health properties of parsley and how to add more of it to your diet! Dee's Article on the Power of Parsley  

With so many people going gluten-free in the last decade, have you wondered whether you should too?  Listen in this week as Dee explains what gluten is and how if may affect you. Link to Organic Barley

Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods are two companies that make meatless burgers that can be cooked on a grill and come close to tasting like a beef burger.  But are these plant-based patties any better for your health, and what's the difference between the two rival products? Listen in this week as Dee discusses the ingredients that make up each of these patties, so you can make an informed decision as to whether they are a healthy, processed-free alternative to meat. Link to Diet Science Podcast on Beyond Meat Burger Link to Dee's Best Ever Black Bean Burger Recipe

What is "Swerve" made from?  Is it a safe alternative to sugar and artificial sweeteners?   Listen in this week as Dee discusses the ingredients in Swerve, and how it's produced. Link to Stevia

Some people call them "yams", others call them "sweet potatoes".  Listen in this week as Dee discusses what a "yam" really is and why it may be important to know the difference.

If you're excited about all of dark chocolate's health benefits, are you aware that most studies are done using cacao bean, not cocoa beans?  Listen in this week as Dee discusses the difference between the two, and how you can ensure you're reaping the most benefits from the bean. Link to Raw Cacao Powder Link to Raw Cacao Nibs

Did you know that exposing your eyes to natural light from the sun is a good thing? Listen in this week as Dee discusses why your eyes need the sun's light for overall body health.

Whole Body Vibration (WBV) involves standing on a vibrating platform to stimulate muscle contraction much better than other types of exercise. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the science behind whole body vibration exercise and the growing number of clinical trials showing its powerful benefit to your health. Link to Whole Body Vibration Plates: https://amzn.to/2xumhwW

Americans jumped on the white meat over red meat bandwagon over 35 years ago in an effort to lower cholesterol and heart disease risk.  But is white meat any better for your health in this regard?  Listen in this week as Dee discusses a new study showing the effects of red meat, white meat and plant protein on cholesterol levels.  The results may surprise you.

Do you remember when Reb A was all the rage for unwitting stevia lovers?  Now it has to compete with Reb M, a new iteration of stevia-derived compounds being used in food products.  Listen in this week as Dee tells exactly what Reb M is, and why you may want to be wary. Link to Stevia Clear Sweet Drops

Popularly known as “destroyer of sugar,” an ancient herb has long been used in Eastern Indian medicine for its ability to temporarily suppress the taste of sweet.  Listen in this week as Dee reveals how this herb works and how you can use it! Link to Empower-Mint Peppermint Mouth Spray

A new study shows a 45% reduction of the core autism symptoms in children two years after a fecal transplant.  Listen in this week as Dee talks about this exciting research. Link to Article Link to Research Study

A new small scale study of 20 adult volunteers is the first randomized controlled trial to examine the effects of processed foods.  Listen in this week as Dee explains the methodology of the study and what this means for your health. Link to Article Link to Research Study

The answer is....it depends. Not all foods can absorb iron from cast-iron skillets, and not all cast-iron skillets release iron.  Listen in this week as Dee explains which foods and skillets work the best. Link to Cast Iron Skillet

Does balancing your pH have an effect on hormone balance?  Listen in this week as Dee explains how alkaline forming minerals are involved in hormone production, and which foods are your best sources of alkaline forming minerals. Link to Maca Root Link to Anti-Stress Calm for Magnesium Link to "Acid - The Silent Killer" Article by Dee McCaffrey