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 feeling deprived, join Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Shelley A. Rael as she cuts through the hype and gives real talk about eating healthier.
Launched in 2021 and with over 250 episodes in the library, new episodes drop weekly, every Friday.
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Healthier Fast Food: How to Make Better Choices Without the Guilt
Fast food is part of real life, whether it happens during a road trip, between work commitments, while traveling, or simply when you need convenience. A single fast food meal does not determine overall health, but you can make practical choices that better support your nutrition goals.
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.