Sound Bites With Melissa Joy Dobbins

Today’s episode is about how to have your cake and eat it, too! In other words….modifying recipes for less sugar and fat, and more protein. Jamila Rene is a Registered Dietitian and founder of No Nonsense Nutritionist. She is a food product developer and also a personal trainer in training. She has a “no nonsense” approach to healthy living: “nutrition and wellness is not black and white, good or bad. It’s all about finding what’s right for YOU.” With a degree in Food Science, Jamila is an expert at “experimenting” in the kitchen and loves to “play” with food to create recipes that are better for you.    To read the full show notes and get more information, click here.

Today my guest is Dr. Jo Lichten. Dr. Jo is a PhD nutritionist and registered dietitian. She has presented more than 1000 programs at conferences and is the author of 5 books including REBOOT – how to power up your energy, focus, and productivity. You can read the full show notes here.

Today’s episode is all about vitamins - the confusion about getting them from food vs. supplements, what to take and how much. Vitamins are a confusing topic and vitamin deficiencies can have a significant impact on our health and how we feel. In the book, The Vitamin Solution, doctors Levitan and Block cut through conflicting data about vitamins and minerals and provide a concise, medically-sound approach to supplement use.  They explain which supplements can be helpful, which can be harmful, and which are altogether unnecessary. They explore health conditions and symptoms, including diabetes, hair loss, fatigue, hot flashes, and more; and address preventive care, providing perspective on topics such as screening tests. You can read the full show notes here.

Today my guests are Kirsten and Blake Angell. Kirsten is is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator, and the owner of Link 4 Nutrition/Link for Diabetes, and Blake is a cattle rancher and partner in Lundgren Angus Ranch, Kirsten's family owned registered Angus operation located in western Kansas. For the show notes and all the resources, click here.

Today’s episode focuses on "transformational" weight loss and the important, yet different, roles of diet and exercise in weight management. Today my guest is James O. Hill, Ph.D., the founding Executive Director of the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. One of America's foremost experts in weight management, he has spent over 25 years researching the causes of weight gain, adiposity, and obesity and how to prevent or treat these problems. He leads over 100 researchers studying obesity, has published over 500 scientific articles and lectures widely about weight management. He is a key developer of the America on the Move program and is well known as a co-founder of the National Weight Control Registry, which follows over 6000 people who have lost weight and kept it off permanently.Dr. Hill's work strives to give people, in simple terms, the basics of weight management and show how you can make simple changes in your lifestyle that dramatically change you

Welcome to my Sound Bites podcast where we delve into the science, psychology and strategies behind good food and nutrition.Today’s episode focuses on a 'no nonsense' approach to healthy living! Jamila Rene is a Registered Dietitian and founder of No Nonsense Nutritionist. She is a food product developer and also a personal trainer in training. she has a no nonsense approach to healthy living: "nutrition and wellness is not black and white, good or bad. It's all about finding what's right for YOU." Jamila's story begins as an overweight child and continues through severe eating disorder treatment as a teen. As she continued her journey toward health she became a dietitian, food scientist and fitness enthusiast. Her goal is to empower others to take control of their own lives and get to where they want to be in life to be healthier and happier. You can read the full show notes with all the resources here.

Welcome to my Sound Bites podcast where we delve into the science, psychology and strategies behind good food and nutrition.Today’s episode focuses on savoring healthy foods as if they were a fine wine. Can broccoli be as sexy as champagne? Let's find out! Annette Hottenstein is a Registered Dietitian and Professional Taste Tester (aka Sensory Science) with 15 years’ experience working for companies such as Pepsico and McCormick spices.  She has traveled the world conducting taste tests on foods such as chips, soft drinks, breakfast pastries, and restaurant entrees.   Three years ago she left her job in corporate R&D to transform herself into the Food Sommelier.  Her goal is to help people discover the taste of good health through the appreciation of healthy foods such as whole grains, fruits and vegetables.  In addition to healthy foods, Annette has a legendary sweet tooth and is known to indulge in homemade baked goods and just about anything containing chocolate.  Her secret to eating these types of fo

Welcome to my Sound Bites podcast where we delve into the science, psychology and strategies behind good food and nutrition.Today’s episode focuses on HOW you can still enjoy the foods you love by choosing the right portion sizes, and shares a new tool to help you do just that.  Amanda Clark is an award winning Australian Dietitian with over 25 years experience. Her mantra is to deliver clear, concise and realistic advice about food and nutrition. She is the author and creator of Portion Perfection which helps people visualize how much to eat for weight control. You can get more information here.

Welcome to my Sound Bites podcast where we delve into the science, psychology and strategies behind good food and nutrition.Today’s episode focuses on why diets don't work and why breaking free from diet prison is a better approach. Don't let food get in the way of what matters!Today my guest is Kait Fortunato, a registered dietitian in private practice in the DC Metro Area. She is also an author of 2 workbooks and a national speaker on REBELLING Against Diets. As a REBEL Dietitian, Kait encourages people to rebel against dieting and stop allowing the media to dictate our happiness. She shows clients that diets don't work - 95% of people will regain the weight in 2-5 years. Kait wants you to eat what you love and still be able to focus on your health and nutrition goals - allowing for flexibility with food and embracing a positive body image.  To get the full show notes, click here.  

Welcome to my Sound Bites podcast where we delve into the science, psychology and strategies behind good food and nutrition.Today’s episode focuses on food colors, hyperactivity and child nutrition. Today my guest is Dr. Keith Ayoob, an Associate Clinical Professor at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City where he has maintained a clinical practice for over 25 years, specializing in obesity, child nutrition, and family dynamics.  See the full episode show notes here.  

Welcome to my Sound Bites podcast where we delve into the science, psychology and strategies behind good food and nutrition.  Today my guest is Keri Gans, a registered dietitian nutritionist, media personality, speaker, spokesperson and writer. She is also the author of The Small Change Diet and a member of the advisory board for Shape Magazine and resides in NYC. Today’s episode focuses on why diets don't work - and what DOES.   For more information and show notes visit www.SoundBitesRD.com

On this episode we discuss using the past to understand the present. How can we make eating part of a well-lived life, a daily pleasure that neither scares us nor takes an inordinate amount of time and money.  And of course how to extend that to the whole world.  Today’s guest is Rachel Laudan, author of the prize-winning global food history, Cuisine and Empire: Cooking in World History. For many years she was a history professor in various American research universities, specializing in history of science and technology. She has been interested in food all her life from an upbringing on a dairy and wheat farm in England to cooking and dining on five different continents. For more information and show notes visit www.SoundBitesRD.com/blog  

Today’s episode focuses on the enjoyment of food, increasing culinary confidence, and the often misunderstood business of farming. My guest is Amy Myrdal Miller.  Amy is the founder and president of Farmer's Daughter Consulting. Amy is a registered dietitian nutritionist and farmer's daughter from North Dakota who focuses her work on food, farming, flavor and fun. For more information and show notes, visit www.SoundBitesRD.com.

Welcome to the Sound Bites podcast where we delve into the science, the psychology and the strategies behind good food and nutrition. Today my guest is Jennie Schmidt.  It's not every day that you meet a farmer, and even less often that you meet a farmer who is also a dietitian! From her unique perspective and this intersection of two distinct areas of knowledge and skill, Jennie has experience in both the nutritional value of food and in food production itself. On this episode we discuss simple steps you can take to eat well, reduce stress and improve your health. For more information and show notes visit www.SoundBitesRD.com/blog.  

In this episode we discuss delicious food and recipes based on the best kept diet secret, the DASH Diet. Author Rosanne Rust shares how you can stop hypertension and lower cholesterol without medication. Rosanne is a registered dietitian, freelance writer and author, and nutrition communications consultant. She’s authored 5 books in the “For Dummies®” series. For more information and show notes visit www.SoundBitesRD.com/blog  

Today my guests are Janice Newell Bissex and Liz Weiss - registered dietitians and The Meal Makeover Moms. As two of the nation’s top experts on family nutrition, they’re on a mission to help busy families eat better.  Janice and Liz are the authors of 2 wonderful books. Their books highlight their simple food philosophy that kids-–even picky ones—will eat nutritious food without complaint as long as it looks and tastes great.  For more information and show notes visit www.SoundBitesRD.com.   

In today's episode we discuss what it really takes to lose weight and keep it off.  Today my guest is Lauren Harris-Pincus is the owner of Nutrition Starring YOU.com, she’s a nutrition communications specialist and also has a private practice where she specialized in weight loss. In addition to being a registered dietitian nutritionist, Lauren grew up as an obese child from about the age of 4 years old through high school. Contrary to what you might think, Lauren did not grow up eating "junk" and her family members were all "normal" weight. Listen to her story, her insight and her wisdom when it comes to losing weight and keeping it off! For more information and show notes visit www.SoundBitesRD.com/blog

On this episode we discuss simple steps you can take to eat well, reduce stress, and improve your healththe health and nutrition. Today's guest is Jill Weisenberger, a dietitian and diabetes educator and the author of three books including The Overworked Person's Guide to Better Nutrition. Jill's expertise lies in diabetes management, weight management, heart health, disease prevention and general wellness. She specializes in helping people make meaningful changes in their diet and lifestyles by translating the science of nutrition and healthcare into actionable changes. For more information and show notes visit www.SoundBitesRD.com/blog

I'm doing a 30 Day Protein Challenge with my Protein Partner (and healthy food blogger) Heather Shugarman, and I'm inviting you to join us! You can sign up at any time.In this episode we are wrapping up the 30 day challenge and discussing what we've learned, more cool resources for you, and how the next 30 days might look for each of us, and for you! We invite you to join in the social media discussion by using #ProteinChallenge.For show notes, tips & resources, visit www.SoundBitesRD.com.

On this episode we discuss the health and nutrition pitfalls of restaurant eating and some specific tips, tactics and tricks people can use to continue to enjoy restaurant meals while also eating healthfully. Today's guest is Hope Warshaw, a dietitian and diabetes educator and the author of the newly released "Eat Out Eat Well - The Guide to Eating Healthy in Any Restaurant.”  Hope’s career spans more than 35 years and ranges from work as a spokesperson, corporate consultant, freelance writer and book author. She’s particularly well-known for her expertise in diabetes nutrition management and healthy restaurant eating. For more information and show notes visit www.SoundBitesRD.com/blog