‫Edward M. Phillips M.D.‬

Food, We Need To Talk

Food, We Need To Talk

Juna Gjata

٢ فبراير

It’s Not Your Genes. It Might Be Your Water.

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Gary Miller, a professor at Columbia University, about how the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the products we use every day may be shaping our health more than our genes ever could. We dive into the science of the “exposome,” why diseases like Parkinson’s and obesity are rising so fast, and what everyday chemicals might be doing inside your body. Along the way, we get practical about what actually matters — from water filters and air purifiers to plastics, perfumes, and even flowers on cakes. Dr. Miller breaks down what’s truly worth worrying about and what’s not. If you’ve ever wondered how much control you really have over your environment (and your future health), this episode will change how you look at everything around you. Sign up for our newsletter here! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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4 Health Changes That Prevent 80% of Disease

In this episode, we zoom way out and ask a simple but powerful question: what health behaviors actually make the biggest difference? We’re joined by Dr. Jonathan Bonnet, a lifestyle medicine physician and former personal trainer, to cut through the noise of biohacks, microplastics, and wellness overwhelm. Together, we talk about the “big levers” of health—movement, food, sleep, stress, connection—and how to prioritize change without trying to fix everything at once. Dr. Bonnet explains why your why matters more than perfection, how identity shapes long-term habits, and why radical consistency beats flashy New Year’s resolutions every time. If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by too much health advice, this episode will help you focus on the few things that are actually worth changing for. Find Dr. Bonnet's lifestyle assessment here. Sign up for our newsletter here! Find the lifestyle wheel here! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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The Toxins You’re Exposed to (Without Knowing It)

In this episode, we continue our conversation about how your environment might be shaping your health with Dr. Gary Miller, professor of environmental health at Columbia University. We go deeper into the exposome — including how social factors, housing, air quality, and even stress leave measurable chemical fingerprints in your body. Dr. Miller explains what doctors don’t yet test for, why personal exposure testing isn’t quite ready for prime time, and what actually helps reduce risk right now. We also get practical (and honest) about masks, gas stoves, moldy apartments, self-tanner, makeup, and heating food in plastic. If you’ve ever wondered how much control you really have over your exposures — and what’s worth changing — this bonus episode is for you. Sign up for our newsletter here! To hear the rest of this episode, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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١ يناير

The Science of Motivation: Why It’s So Hard to Stick to Your Goals

n this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mark Faries, a behavioral medicine expert, to unpack why New Year’s resolutions fail—and why “just do it” doesn’t actually work when it comes to motivation, habits, and behavior change. We talk about confidence, self-discipline, and the real science behind why it’s so hard to stick to goals like exercising more, eating better, or finally following through on the habits you set every January. Dr. Faries shares practical, research-backed strategies to close the gap between intention and action, including how to set goals that actually stick and how to get back on track after falling off. If you’re searching for answers to why motivation disappears, how to build better habits, or how to make this year different, this conversation will hit home. You’ll walk away with a totally new way to think about goal-setting—and tools that make real, sustainable change feel possible. Sign up for our newsletter here! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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٢٦ يناير

Why Willpower Fails and the Simple Habit Hacks That Actually Work

On this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Jonathan Bonnet—this time getting very practical about behavior change. We dig into the small, underrated “hacks” that actually make habits stick, from visual cues and environment design to making healthy choices the easiest option by default. We also talk through strategies for breaking habits you don’t want—like mindless scrolling or smoking—plus realistic approaches to sleep and stress that don’t require becoming a meditation monk. If you’re great at setting goals but struggle with follow-through, this bonus episode is all about closing that gap. Think less willpower, more systems that work with your brain instead of against it. To hear the rest of this bonus episode, come join the Foodie Fam! Sign up for our newsletter here! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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١٢ يناير

The Psychology Behind Fitness Scams

In this episode we continue our conversation with Mark Faries all about why it’s so hard to do the things we know we want to do—and why we keep falling for shiny shortcuts that promise big results with zero effort. Mark breaks down the psychology behind infomercials, fad diets, and “miracle” fitness gadgets using a simple framework that will permanently change how you spot misleading health claims. We talk about why things like the Thigh Master and vibrating belts feel so convincing, where a kernel of truth often hides in bad advice, and how hope gets exploited by marketing. The real takeaway? Your success doesn’t come from a product—it comes from you, and understanding that is incredibly empowering. If you’ve ever felt frustrated, duped, or stuck when it comes to behavior change, this conversation will make you feel seen and smarter about what actually works. To hear the rest of this episode, come join the Foodie Fam! Sign up for our newsletter here! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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How Tobacco Companies Engineered Your Food Cravings

In this episode, we dive into one of the most shocking truths about our modern food supply with Dr. Tera Fazzino, associate director at the KU Center for Addiction Research. What if we told you that the same tobacco companies that engineered cigarettes to be addictive also helped shape the foods you crave the most? From hyper-palatable snacks to sugary drinks, we unpack how these foods hijack your brain’s reward system—and why it’s so hard to stop eating them. Dr. Fazzino reveals the documented connection between Big Tobacco and Big Food, and why our current food environment might be more manipulated than we think. If you've ever felt like certain foods are literally irresistible, this episode will change the way you see your pantry. Sign up for our newsletter here! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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How to Add a Decade to Your Life

In this episode we sit down with Dr. Eric Topol—one of the most cited scientists in the world and author of SuperAges—to explore what the science actually says about living longer and healthier. We talk about what aging really is, why trying to reverse it can backfire, and the surprising role lifestyle factors play in slowing down the biological clock. Dr. Topol also explains how exercise, sleep, and diet can add up to an extra decade of healthy years, why ultra-processed foods may be the cigarettes of our generation, and how new tools like AI and gut-based medicines could transform prevention. This conversation is both eye-opening and practical, giving you the tools to make changes today that could add years to your life. If you’ve ever wondered what’s hype and what’s real in the world of longevity, you’ll want to hear this one. Check out Dr. Topol's incredible book Super Agers: An Evidence-Based Approach to Longevity. If you like research, you will LOVE this book. Sign up for our newsletter here! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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Are You Really Choosing What You Eat? A Neuroscientist Says... Probably Not

In this episode, we dive into the mind-blowing science of why we eat what we eat—with neuroscientist Dr. Alexandra DiFeliceantonio. She joins us to explore how ultra-processed foods hijack your brain’s reward systems, how your environment influences your food choices more than you realize, and whether you’re actually choosing that brownie… or if your brain decided for you. We talk about the powerful effects of food cues, how early exposure to certain foods shapes lifelong habits, and what new research says about the link between processed food and addiction. This conversation will change the way you think about cravings, willpower, and what it really means to “eat healthy.” If you've ever blacked out halfway through a bag of chips, this one's for you. Sign up for our newsletter here! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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A Science-Based Morning Routine

In our first episode of 2025, we’re diving into one of the biggest wellness trends—morning routines. From drinking water and getting sunlight to cold plunges and journaling, we’re breaking down which habits are actually backed by science and which ones are just Instagram fluff. We’ll share simple, evidence-based tips to help you build a morning routine that boosts your energy, mood, and focus—no three-hour rituals required. Grab your coffee (or water bottle), and let’s kick off the year with habits that actually work! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Sign up for our newsletter! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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How to Create Consistency

In day two of our daily episode series, we’re discussing the importance of consistency. In the New Year, it can be tempting to make big goals and come out blazing, but our real goal is to make exercise a habit for the rest of our lives. We discuss the importance of consistency over intensity, how to plan for setbacks, and using the power of habits and routines. Check out our episode on habit formation. For daily episodes all of January, come join the Foodie Fam! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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A New Chapter

In this episode, Juna and Eddie share big news, reflect on what’s made the show so special, and hint at what comes next. It’s not goodbye forever… but it is a goodbye.Best ways to connect with us: Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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Big Food vs. Your Health: The Power Struggle

oday, we talk to esteemed food and public health advocate Marion Nestle about the politics of food. No, this has nothing to do with political parties and ballots; it’s about who has the power to decide what goes on your plate. While you may think you’re the one making the decisions, there’s a whole host of hidden influences shaping the food we eat. From government dietary guidelines to nutrition labels and even how supermarkets are set up, we are often the last to be involved in our food choices. Why is nutrition research often driven more by money than health? Who truly controls the U.S. dietary guidelines? How did we contribute to creating the obesity epidemic? And what do Big Food and Big Tobacco have in common? Tune in to find out. To hear our bonus episode with Marion Nestle, join the Foodie Fam! https://www.patreon.com/FWNTT Check out our book: https://read.macmillan.com/lp/food-we-need-to-talk/ Chat with us on IG! https://www.instagram.com/foodweneedtotalk/?hl=en Be friends with Juna on IG and Tiktok! https://www.instagram.com/theofficialjuna/ https://www.tiktok.com/@junagjata Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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Are Superfoods Real... or Just a Scam?

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Mauro Serafini, one of the world’s leading experts on nutrition, to unpack all those health buzzwords you hear everywhere: antioxidants, free radicals, oxidative stress, and yes—superfoods. We dig into the science behind whether kale, blueberries, or even chocolate really deserve their “super” status, and what’s actually happening inside your body when you eat them. Professor Serafini shares fascinating research on how timing your meals can affect inflammation, aging, and even longevity, plus why adding fruits and veggies to every meal is more powerful than you think. You’ll hear surprising truths about supplements, chocolate’s role as a genuine superfood, and how everyday food choices can lower your risk for chronic disease. If you’ve ever wondered whether “superfoods” are just hype or real science, this is the episode you don’t want to miss. Sign up for our newsletter here! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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Why Muscle Is the Organ of Longevity (and How to Build It at Any Age)

In this episode, we’re diving deep into what it really takes to age well—and why it's never too late to start. We’re joined by Dr. Mary Ní Lochlainn, a geriatrician and researcher at King’s College London, who explains why your muscle mass is basically a fountain of youth, why protein matters more as you age, and how your gut microbiome might hold the key to both physical and cognitive health. She also shares what she's learned from studying people in their 70s, 80s, and 90s—including the surprising habit they all seem to have in common. Whether you're in your 30s wondering if your best days are behind you (spoiler: they’re not) or you're helping a parent stay healthy, this episode is packed with real, practical tips. Sign up for our newsletter here! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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The Uncontroversial Truth About Nutrition

When it comes to nutrition, it seems like we disagree about nearly everything: carbs, sugar, fat... even fruit. But, it turns out, there's actually a lot that the entire scientific community agrees on. In this episode, we talk to Professor Christopher Gardner about nutrition science, what we've gotten wrong, and more importantly, what we've gotten right. It turns out, nutrition may not be as complicated as we make it seem. Preorder our book! Remember to head to our website for our show notes! Follow us on Instagram @foodweneedtotalk. Find Juna on Instagram @theofficialjuna, and @JunaGjata on YouTube and TikTok. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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The Most Important Thing You Can Do to Live Longer

Ever considered that the key to a longer, happier life is not what you eat, how you move, or even how much sleep, but rather... your social circle? In this episode, we speak to Dr. Robert Waldinger, a Harvard professor and director of the longest study ever conducted on human happiness. As the author of The Good Life, Dr. Waldinger revealed the profound impact of relationships on health and longevity. We discuss the surprising connection between well-being and... well... connection. How does the quality of our relationships influence not only our mental health but also our physical health? It turns out that the most important health resolution you make this year is not your new diet or workout plan, but rather that weekly phone call you promised your parents. To kickstart your exercise habit with daily episodes all of January, come join the Foodie Fam! https://www.patreon.com/FWNTT Check out our book: https://read.macmillan.com/lp/food-we-need-to-talk/ Chat with us on IG! https://www.instagram.com/foodweneedtotalk/?hl=en Be friends with Juna on IG and Tiktok! https://www.instagram.com/theofficialjuna/ https://www.tiktok.com/@junagjata Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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Is Leaky Gut a Real Thing? Bloating, Brain Fog, and More

In this episode, we tackle one of the buzziest—and most confusing—topics in gut health: leaky gut. Juna’s dad has been asking about it nonstop, so we brought in one of the world’s leading experts, Dr. Michael Camilleri from the Mayo Clinic, to break it all down. What exactly is leaky gut? Is it real, how do you know if you have it, and can it actually cause brain fog or autoimmune disease? Dr. Camilleri gives us the real science on gut barriers, how food and medication affect them, and what you can do to support your gut health (spoiler: fiber wins again). If you've ever wondered whether your bloating or brain fog has anything to do with your gut—or you just want to stop your dad from sending you wellness TikToks—this episode is for you. Sign up for our newsletter here! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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How Are Those Resolutions Going?

It’s halfway through January—how are those New Year’s resolutions holding up? If you’ve already skipped a workout or broken that new diet, you’re not alone. In this special episode, we’re sharing our feature on theDiabetes Digital Podcast, where we talk about why so many resolutions fizzle out and how to create sustainable health goals that actually stick. Forget the all-or-nothing mindset—it’s not too late to reset! For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! Check out our book! Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk! Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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Here's What You Need to Know About Diabetes

In today’s episode, in honor of World Diabetes Day, we’re diving deep into diabetes. Did you know that one in two people in the United States have either prediabetes or diabetes? This means that even if you don’t have diabetes, someone you love probably does. Today, we break down what diabetes is, the differences between type 1 and type 2, whether prediabetes and diabetes are reversible, and most importantly, why having diabetes should never be a source of shame. We’re joined by the two lovely ladies from the Diabetes Digital Podcast, and if you have more questions, you can find additional information on their website. For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam! https://www.patreon.com/FWNTT To get a summary of everything we talked about today, sign up for our email list. Check out our book: https://read.macmillan.com/lp/food-we-need-to-talk/ Chat with us on IG! https://www.instagram.com/foodweneedtotalk/?hl=en Be friends with Juna on IG and Tiktok! https://www.instagram.com/theofficialjuna/ https://www.tiktok.com/@junagjata Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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Edward M. Phillips M.D. على Apple

Edward M. Phillips M.D.

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It’s Not Your Genes. It Might Be Your Water.

4 Health Changes That Prevent 80% of Disease

The Toxins You’re Exposed to (Without Knowing It)

The Science of Motivation: Why It’s So Hard to Stick to Your Goals

Why Willpower Fails and the Simple Habit Hacks That Actually Work

The Psychology Behind Fitness Scams

How Tobacco Companies Engineered Your Food Cravings

How to Add a Decade to Your Life

Are You Really Choosing What You Eat? A Neuroscientist Says... Probably Not

A Science-Based Morning Routine

How to Create Consistency

A New Chapter

Big Food vs. Your Health: The Power Struggle

Are Superfoods Real... or Just a Scam?

Why Muscle Is the Organ of Longevity (and How to Build It at Any Age)

The Uncontroversial Truth About Nutrition

The Most Important Thing You Can Do to Live Longer

Is Leaky Gut a Real Thing? Bloating, Brain Fog, and More

How Are Those Resolutions Going?

Here's What You Need to Know About Diabetes