The Nourished Chat

Bonnie Campbell

Everyone wants to know how to eat better -to improve your energy, lower inflammation, and lose weight. Join Bonnie, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist from The Nourished Path to learn how you can change your eating without giving up your favorite foods in bite size 20-30 minute episodes.

  1. Aug 18

    What's Actually Important for Fat Loss? Introducing the Nutrition Pyramid (not the one you are thinking of)

    Today's podcast episode is all about cutting through the noise and getting down to what really matters when it comes to your nutrition and weight loss. Picture this: a pyramid with the most crucial factors at the bottom, supporting the less significant ones at the top. At the base of our pyramid is energy balance: calories in versus calories out. If you're eating too many calories, you won't see the results you're after. Next up, we've got macronutrients: carbs, protein, and fat. These bad boys make up your calories, so they're pretty darn important. Then there's micronutrients, the vitamins and minerals that keep your body going as you lose weight. Next comes meal timing and frequency. Sure, they can make a difference, but only if you've nailed the basics first. And finally, we've got supplements. While they can be a nice little boost, they're not the miracle workers marketers like us to think they are. Links and Resources: ⁠Pyramid visual⁠ ⁠Calorie Calculator⁠ ⁠Intermittent fasting episode⁠ 1-1 nutrition coaching information: ⁠link⁠ Follow me on Instagram: link Join my nutrition newsletter for weekly tips and insights. Topics Covered: Nutrition priority pyramid Calories and energy balance Macronutrients and protein Micronutrients, fiber, and water Meal timing and frequency Intermittent fasting considerations Post-workout protein timing Supplements and marketing noise

  2. Jul 21

    10 signs you're not getting enough protein

    Protein is everywhere right now, and honestly, it can feel like a lot. Pancakes, popcorn, bars, shakes, powders, snacks. At some point, it starts to feel less like nutrition and more like marketing with a scoop of whey mixed in. But underneath all the noise, there’s still a real question worth asking: are you actually getting enough protein for your body, your hunger, your energy, and your goals? I wanted to sort through the messy middle here, because protein is both over-marketed and genuinely important. The trick is knowing when it matters for you, and when it’s just another “high-protein” label trying to get your attention. Protein is important because the body uses it for muscle, immune function, hormones, neurotransmitters, skin, hair, nails, and recovery. It is also harder for the body to store than carbs or fat, which means regular intake matters. Low protein intake can show up in ways that are easy to blame on willpower, stress, or aging. Here are 10 signs that you might not be getting enough protein, and what to do about it if you suspect you might need more. Links and Resources: Protein calculator: link Protein Power Plan: link 1-1 nutrition coaching information: ⁠link⁠ Follow me on Instagram: link Join my nutrition newsletter for weekly tips and insights. Topics Covered: Protein and hunger/fullness Sugar cravings Brain fog and afternoon energy crashes Mood swings Hair, skin, and nails Protein and getting sick Muscles and protein How much protein do you need?

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Everyone wants to know how to eat better -to improve your energy, lower inflammation, and lose weight. Join Bonnie, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist from The Nourished Path to learn how you can change your eating without giving up your favorite foods in bite size 20-30 minute episodes.

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