Healthy Fats: What You Need to Know
Fats get a bad rap in our heart-healthy and fat-obsessed diet culture. Yet fats play important roles in immune function, regulating body temperature, and maintaining healthy skin and hair.
An Update on Omega-6 PUFAs
Advice to increase omega-3 fatty acid consumption and decrease omega-6 consumption is widespread. Learn about the benefits of foods high in omega-6 and the negative effects of industrial seed oils on human health.
Should Everyone Supplement with Fish Oil?
Fish oil may not be all it was cracked up to be, especially in the case of heart disease prevention. In this podcast I'll discuss what the latest research says about fish oil supplementation.
Important Update on Cod Liver Oil
An independent analysis of Green Pastures Fermented Cod Liver Oil suggests that it may not live up to its claims. But is the analysis sound? Get the nitty gritty details and my recommendations.
5 Reasons Why Concerns about Mercury in Fish Are Misguided
Guidelines say fish consumption should be limited to 12 ounces per week due to mercury. Here are 5 reasons why you shouldn’t take this advice at face value.
Why You Should Think Twice about Removing Animal Products from Your Diet
If you asked the average person on the street whether a vegetarian or vegan diet is healthier than an omnivorous diet, they’d probably say yes. But is this really true?
Ask the RD: Are Seeds Healthy and Animal Foods for Vegetarians
In this episode, Laura and Kelsey answer questions about daily nuts and seeds intake and minimum effective dose of animal products to achieve optimum health
6 Ways to Lower Blood Pressure by Changing Your Diet
High blood pressure can lead to more serious cardiovascular issues such as heart disease. Here are some simple ways to lower your blood pressure naturally.
Why Grass-Fed Trumps Grain-Fed
What a cow eats has a direct impact on the quality of meat it produces. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of the meat that comes from grass-fed cows.