Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today, we are going to talk about a topic that has been a topic of debate recently: tracking your food intake. There has been pushback on social media recently against tracking, and I think there are good reasons for this. However, I believe that tracking CAN BE one of the most valuable things you can do to improve your nutrition if you do it with the right mindset and are intentional with your efforts. So today on the show, we are goin...

Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today, we discuss how I incorporate the science-based habits we discuss on this show into my life and routine as an almost 40-year-old dad. I break down my routines for fitness and nutrition, and how I think through some of the choices that I make. Tune in to the show to the episode to learn more. Links to Resources From The Show: Nutrition Blueprint Episode How to Build a Simple, Effective Exercise Plan Guide for Calculating Your Energ...

Magnesium is involved in over 600 different processes in the body and can influence everything from sleep to blood sugar control, energy production, mental health, and bone health, to name a few. Despite its importance, nearly half of Americans don’t get enough magnesium in their diet each day, and many people may be experiencing symptoms of low magnesium levels without knowing it. So in this episode, we’re going to unpack everything you need to know about magnesium: ✅ What magnesium d...

Today we have a Q and A episode, and we are covering the following questions: Does soy disrupt hormones? Do we need 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight?Is it okay to drink coffee on an empty stomach?Tune in to the episode to learn more. Previous Episodes Discussed in the Show Surprising Truth About Soy Everything You Need to Know About Protein Health Benefits of Coffee Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a messa...

Welcome back! On today's episode of the podcast, we will be covering lab tests for health and longevity. There are several new companies on the market, and many people are not receiving proper guidance from their healthcare provider about what to focus on and why. So, in this episode, we will cover some of the most important factors to focus on for lab tests. We will cover: Why lab testing is important Why most labs/supplements promoted for "longevity" are not science-basedThe cate...

Welcome back to the podcast. Today, we are publishing the 100th episode of the show, and I want to celebrate by going back through some of the lessons from the previous episode. If you would like to learn more about any fo the topics that we discussed today, use this searchable podcast episode archive. Want to join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint course? Sign up here. (Use code "Podcast" for special discount) Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us ...

Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today we have a Q&A episode covering the following 3 topics: Is there truth to the hype around peptides?Are there benefits to taking apple cider vinegar?Do you need to grind chia seeds?Tune in to learn more about the science surrounding these popular topics. Previous Podcasts to Listen to: Protein Episode Fiber Episode Omega-3 Episode Scientific References: Review of the Health Effects of Apple Cider Vinegar Ground v...

Do you ever feel like you are reacting negatively to some of the foods that you eat? You may be. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss the different types of adverse reactions to food that people can experience. We cover: The difference between a food allergy and an intoleranceThe different types of food intolerances Immune vs. non-immune mediated intolerancesWhy food sensitivity testing is inaccurateListen to my previous podcast on food allergies with Dr. David Stukus h...

You’ve probably seen the headlines blaming everything from seed oils to tomatoes for chronic inflammation—but what does the science really say?Whether you're trying to support your immune system, improve gut health, or just make sense of the “inflammatory foods” panic online—this episode is for you. 🔑 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: What inflammation actually is—and why it’s not the bad guy it is made out to beThe difference between acute and chronic inflammationHow dietary patterns shape infl...

Welcome back to the show, today we are going to discuss how nutrition science works. I realize that most people don't understand the various forms of nutrition research and how each of these types of research helps us to develop conclusions about a topic. So today we are going to cover: The 4 main types of nutrition researchThe pros and cons of each of these types of researchHow each type of research helps us understand the relationship between nutrition and our healthHow to tie i...

What is the healthiest diet according to science? Is it vegan, vegetarian, Mediterranean, Keto, or something else? This is a question that I get often and I think that answer deserves a more thorough answer so I am covering it here on this episode. Today we discuss: What I would consider the only appropriate response to the question: "what is the healthiest diet?"What that looks like in practiceHow to get started with building a healthy diet that makes sense for youAnd more....

Welcome back to the show! Today we have a Q and A episode covering some topics that I have been getting asked about a lot recently. In this episode, we cover the following: Are there heavy metals in protein powder and do we need to be worried?Does coffee have health benefits even though it is decaf?What is an ideal body fat %Tune into the show to hear more about these topics. Links Paypal Donation https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/drchavez Join our Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course for ...

Welcome back to the show, today we are talking all things weight loss. There are A LOT of people who are on a journey to drop some excess body fat and most of them fail due to a variety of reasons. While losing weight is hard, it shouldn't be a mystery. There is no special secret or magic formula that you are missing. In most cases what people really need is: To learn what YOUR body needs to lose body fatPractical steps for learning how to eat to meet those needsSimple. But not easy...

Happy New Year and welcome back to the podcast! A lot of people have health goals in the new year, which is great! However, most people fail to reach those goals and one of the reasons is they are not tied to clear consistent actions.So in this episode of the podcast we revisit one of our most popular podcast episodes of 2024 and discuss 9 simple, low-effort nutrition habits that you can make in 2025 that, if practiced consistently, can drastically improve the overall quality of your nutritio...

The year is coming to a close and we are going to recap some of our most popular episode topics and leave you with some lessons to take with you into 2024. We cover some of the top nutrition fads of the year, some trends to look out, and how to focus on what matters most to improve your health in 2025 and beyond. Below are some links to things that we discussed on the podcast. Metabolic Health Blueprint 12-Week Coaching Programhttps://www.dradrianchavez.com/MetabolicHealthTHRIV...

The term insulin resistance has become a popular buzzword recently and most of the information that I have seen about this topic online has been misleading.So today on the podcast, I want to break down the topic of insulin resistance in more depth and we are going to discuss: What insulin resistance is and why it’s importantHow to determine if you may have insulin resistanceHow to improve insulin sensitivity and metabolic healthWhat you can do to reverse prediabetes or improve diabetesAn...

Are you being exposed to toxic chemicals from your cooking and food storage practices? Do you find it confusing when you hear claims that certain chemicals in common kitchen items like pots, pans, cooking dishes, and tupperware may be harming your health? If so, this is the episode for you! In this week’s episode of the podcast, we discuss: What PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” are and potential exposure sources in your cookwareHow you will most likely be exposed to BPAs and...

Welcome back to another episode of The Nutrition Science podcast, today we are going to be discussing 8 tips for staying healthy through the holiday season. The average person gains weight during the time between Thanksgiving and New Years. We tend to be off of our schedule, traveling more, celebrating more, spending time with family and all of these can lead to poor sleep, eating, and exercise habits. While I am not here to encourage you to skip all of this, I do want you to ...

Welcome back to the show!Today we have a Q and A episode and I have my friend and former client Emma Becker joining me to help ask the questions. In this episode we cover the following:Are nitrates/nitrites in lunch meat harmful to our health?Does cheese impact LDL cholesterol?What are the benefits of strength training versus cardio and is one better than the other?Are there any health benefits of Kangen water?Tune in to the show to better understand these topics and gain practical tips and s...

The slogan Make America Healthy Again has picked up some traction recently and I love that people are thinking more about their health. There are some good things coming from this movement and also some not so good things and I want to talk about of them. So this week I brought my friend and colleague, Dr. Jessica Knurick, to discuss some of our thoughts about this #MAHA movement as nutrition professionals (we both have PhDs) with over a decade each of working in this field.On this ...