Discussions about the science of nutrition, dietetics and health. The podcast that educates through nuanced conversations, exploring evidence and cultivating critical thinking. Hosted by Danny Lennon.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 20 days 16 hours 27 minutes
What are Dietary Reference Intakes? Origins, Development & Use (SNP 26)
Acronyms: RDA = Recommended Dietary Allowance AI = Adequate Intake UL = Tolerable Upper Intake Level EAR = Estimated Average Requirement About This Episode: Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are a set of nutrient reference values,...
#512: Alzheimer’s Disease – Drs. Ayesha & Dean Sherzai
Links: About This Episode: Alzheimer’s disease has a profound impact on individuals, families, and societies worldwide. As a progressive neurodegenerative disease, it not only robs individuals of their cognitive abilities but also places an...
#511: Null By Design – When “No Effect” Doesn’t Mean No Effect
Links: About This Episode: Numerous nutrition studies present findings of “no effect,” but interpreting such results requires caution. A null finding, indicating an absence of impact from a nutrient or exposure, may not necessarily suggest a...
#510: Social Comparison: Evidence on its Impacts & What We Can Do – Shannon Beer
Links: About This Episode: Social comparison theory, developed by psychologist Leon Festinger in the 1950s, posits that individuals determine their own social and personal worth based on how they stack up against others. This theory suggests...
AMA: Coconut Oil, Raw Oats, Collagen, & More! (SNP 25)
Questions Answered in This Epsiode: [02:16] How would you implement a calorie surplus for “bulking” in healthy trainees without compromising their health markers? [15:25] If you were to advise someone with a heavy workload and busy...
#509: Helping Clients & Patients Overcome Nutrition Confusion – Jono Steedman, APD
Links: Instagram: About This Episode: There is no shortage of misleading, confusing and even dangerous nutrition information on the internet. And, unfortunately, much of it can sound very convincing and appealing to people who wish to...
#508: Why Athletes Can Achieve High Performance During an Energy Deficit – Jose Areta, PhD
Links: About This Episode: Insufficient energy availability can significantly disrupt normal hormonal, metabolic, and physiological processes, prompting the body to initiate a coordinated response aimed at conserving energy. While commonly...
#507: Does a Higher Portfolio Diet Score Reduce Heart Disease? – Andrea Glenn, PhD
Links: Episode page (with study links) Subscribe to Premium Join Sigma email newsletter About This Episode: The Portfolio diet is a nutritional approach that has garnered attention for its ability to reduce blood lipids and thus improve...
Listener Q&A: Homocysteine, MUFA, Healhty BMI, and more! (Preview)
This episode is one of our Premium-exclusive AMA (ask me anything) episodes, where we answer questions submitted by Premium subscribers. To listen to the full 90 minute episode, you’ll need to be a and access the episode on the...
#506 Sports Nutrition: Translating Research to Practice – Andreas Kasper, PhD
Links: About This Episode: Navigating the intricate landscape of sports nutrition is one that constantly evolves and challenges our understanding of optimal athletic performance. The delicate balance between advancing research and ensuring...