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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Restaurant Menu Labeling: What Those Numbers Really Mean
What do those calorie numbers on restaurant menus actually mean? In this episode, restaurant menu labeling in plain language, including what the numbers represent, why they are listed, and what happens when a standard menu item is customized.
The discussion covers how menu labeling can help some people compare options while being less useful or even stressful for others. The discussion also puts calorie information into context with other aspects of nutrition, including protein, fiber, sodium, fat, added sugars, portion size, and overall eating patterns.