124 episodes
RDs vs. BS Marie Pesacreta & Emily Zorn
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- Health & Fitness
A podcast dedicated to sorting the truth from the BS of the claims of popular fad diets and supplements
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Oprah and Purium
Oprah is an undisputed icon, and celebrated philanthropist.. and unfortunately, also, one of the biggest pushers of diet culture. Today we discuss her recent "turn around" on this topic... but did she really turn this discussion around? Our BS PS is on Purium, a "Mother Nature centered" MLM company that shill far-from-anything-natural supplements and powders. This is our last episode for the summer, but be sure to hang out with us over on Patreon!Join our Patreon: patreon.com/rdsvsbspodc...
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The Zodiac Diet(s), and Four General Healthy Eating Tips from Emily and Marie
Jokingly a few weeks ago, we said "next thing you know, there will be a diet based on your zodiac sign". Lo and behold, not only is there one zodiac diet, there are MANY zodiac diets... and they all contradict each other. Our BS PS is a Patreon preview, where we each give 2 pieces of advice that have worked for us to make healthy eating easier.Join our Patreon: patreon.com/rdsvsbspodcastCheck out our Instagram: @rds_vs_bs_podDrop us a note on our website: rdsvsbs.comSupport the Show.
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Blue Zones
There are five communities in the world that are deemed "Blue Zones". These communities have the longest living, healthiest humans. What, if anything, can we take away from the diet and lifestyle of these zones?Join our Patreon: patreon.com/rdsvsbspodcastCheck out our Instagram: @rds_vs_bs_podDrop us a note on our website: rdsvsbs.comSupport the Show.
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Dr Gundry
Another day, another episode on Dr. Gundry. Are grapes the same "toxic" food as a Hershey's candy bar (hey, he said it, not us, we're not calling Hershey's toxic). Should all lectin containing foods (aka most plant food) be avoided? Can his diet keep you from ever needing another surgery? Get ready for another heavily eye-roll inducing episode.Join our Patreon: patreon.com/rdsvsbspodcastCheck out our Instagram: @rds_vs_bs_podDrop us a note on our website: rdsvsbs.comSupport the Show.
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Erewhon
Do you need to buy a $40 bottle of gelled sea moss for health? What about a $20 8oz bottle of camels milk? Today we discuss the health food chain Erewhon and some of the crazier products sold there. Join our Patreon: patreon.com/rdsvsbspodcastCheck out our Instagram: @rds_vs_bs_podDrop us a note on our website: rdsvsbs.comSupport the Show.
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Nitrates and Another Look at Ozempic
Nitrates: used for heart medication, a popular endurance supplement, and a demonized additive for lunch meat. What is the deal with this compound, and are there any dangers in adding it to our food? We also take a look at some recent long term studies on Ozempic and similar medications. What are the side effects and considerations for this drug?Join our Patreon: patreon.com/rdsvsbspodcastCheck out our Instagram: @rds_vs_bs_podDrop us a note on our website: rdsvsbs.comSupport the Show.