Real World Nutrition News You Can Use
There is a lot of misinformation about nutrition. And nothing in this field is black-or-white, yes-or-no, but many shades of gray and a lot of “it depends.” So, my goal is to help clear up some of that misinformation with some snark, entertainment, and facts (with some opinion thrown in).
Many of these topics come from interactions with the public, friends, clients, and students. I see sheer misinformation about the science of nutrition, and I do my best to clear things up one blog post at a time.
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What Is the Most Important Part of Nutrition?
If you had to choose the most important part of nutrition, what would it be? The answer is not as simple as one food or one rule.
Whole Foods vs. Isolated Nutrients: Why Food Synergy Matters
Supplements may seem convenient, but they do not replace whole foods. Here is why nutrients work better together and what that means for your health.
All Calories Are Equal… But Not All 2,000-Calorie Days Look the Same
Calories measure energy, but two days with the same calorie intake can look very different nutritionally. Here is why food quality, volume, and nutrients matter.
Can You Calculate Exactly What Your Body Needs? (And Why It’s Not That Simple)
Can you calculate exactly how many nutrients your body needs? Nutrition equations provide estimates, but real life is far more complex. Learn why flexibility matters when it comes to eating.
How the Dietary Guidelines Are Made and Why That Process Matters
The Dietary Guidelines influence national nutrition policy, but how are they actually made? This post breaks down the multi-year process, who is involved, and why it matters.
Where the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines Fall Short
The 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines show progress, but several recommendations remain misaligned with the evidence. This post examines where nuance gets lost and why it matters.
The 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines: What They Got Right
The 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines are not flawless, but they do reflect meaningful progress. Here is what they got right and why it matters for real world nutrition.
What Changed Over Time in the Dietary Guidelines and What That Tells Us About Nutrition Science
The Dietary Guidelines have changed over time, but not randomly. Understanding what shifted and why helps explain how nutrition science evolves and why population guidance is never simple.
A Brief History of the Dietary Guidelines (1980–2025): What Has Stayed the Same?
Before we can critique the newest Dietary Guidelines, we need to understand how we got here. This post looks at what the Guidelines are, who they are for, and the themes that have remained consistent since 1980.
What Are Net Carbs and Do They Actually Matter?
Net carbs are often promoted as a better way to count carbohydrates. This article explains what the term means, where it came from, and whether it is actually useful for health.
Beef Tallow, Seed Oils & Why It Won’t Change Anything
Fat is back in the spotlight. From influencers to the HHS Secretary, seed oils are being declared “toxic” and beef tallow is being promoted as the answer. But what does science say? We’ll break down seed oils vs beef tallow, compare fat profiles of popular oils/fats, and explain why changing the oil alone won’t move the needle in your health.