Real World Nutrition Podcast
Move past the fads, gimmicks, trends, detoxing, cleanses, fasting, and other unrealistic ideas about eating in the real world. If you want to eat and enjoy food without being deprived because you live in the real world, join Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Shelley A. Rael as she sorts through the hype and gives real talk about eating healthier.
Launched October 2021 with new episodes weekly, each Friday.
Available on your favorite podcast app/platform, including Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music/Audible, Google Podcasts, I Heart Radio, PodBean, Spotify, and Stitcher.
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Red Meat and Health: How Much Is Too Much?
Is red meat healthy, unhealthy, or somewhere in between?
In this episode of Real World Nutrition, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Shelley Rael explores what the research really says about red meat and health. Learn what qualifies as red meat, the differences between lean and higher-fat cuts, why red meat is considered nutrient-dense, and how it fits into an overall healthy eating pattern.
The episode also explains the difference between association and causation, what the World Health Organization’s classifications actually mean, and why the overall dietary pattern matters far more than any single food.
Whether you regularly enjoy red meat, avoid it, or are simply trying to make informed nutrition decisions, this episode offers practical, evidence-based guidance without the extremes.
What “Moderation” Really Means for Alcohol and Your Health
Alcohol “in moderation” has long been part of nutrition guidance, but what does that actually mean today?
In this episode, we break down how the latest Dietary Guidelines have shifted away from specific limits and what current research says about alcohol and health. Topics include what counts as a standard drink, how alcohol affects the body, and the evolving understanding of risks related to cancer, heart health, and metabolism.
This episode provides a practical, evidence-based look at alcohol without extremes or oversimplification, helping listeners better understand how alcohol fits into overall health.