Did you know that about 1 in 4 people have fatty liver disease globally, making it the leading cause of chronic liver disease worldwide? Within Singapore alone, 40% of adults have been reportedly diagnosed. In this episode Andy De Santis, dietitian and published author, tackles our questions and concerns on this silent epidemic, and provides us with the right dietary tools to prevent and manage fatty liver disease. Learn why you should get an early diagnosis for immediate prevention, how...

Now that we’ve established that it’s okay to eat fruits before or after a meal (because digestion happens no matter what order you’ve eaten your food), here’s something worth paying attention to…the sequence of your food intake and how it influences how your blood sugar levels react after you’ve had a meal. A super simple action that can go a long way! Get the complete show notes and transcript here. Sign up to my weekly newsletter! Follow me on:...

In the last episode of the season, I want to talk about a few things I often overhear as a nutritionist that kinda make me go ‘nooooo!’: Eating fruits after a meal is not good for digestionPink himalayan salt is more nutritious than other saltsA fruit and vegetable wash is needed to ensure clean produce Juice detoxes help to reset the systemEating several small meals throughout the day helps to boost metabolism and promote weight lossHave you been told about any of these too? Listen on to...

Questions received about last week’s episode:  Are ‘microwave-safe’ containers really safe?What are the ideal foods to microwave, and are there foods that shouldn't be microwaved? Pro-microwave recipes: Cheesy Tomato Rice (perfectly-cooked microwave basmati rice @ 4:23) Microwave Dal Get the complete show notes and transcript here. Sign up to my weekly newsletter! Follow me on: Instagram TikTok Facebook LinkedIn Special thanks: Music: Dnl Audio and Art: Farah Firzanah 

For decades, microwave ovens have been the subject of debate in the culinary world. Some would say it’s a lifesaver (especially in the case of people who can’t cook!), and others would say it causes harm to health, zaps nutrients, and results in…radioactive food!? After listening to this episode, you’ll be able to show off lots of interesting facts about the microwave to your friends, and confidently use this kitchen workhorse without any fears. Here’s the recipe for Dave Chang’s 10-minute...

One of the questions received this week revolved around the idea of good vs bad foods, which prompted me to talk about the idea of moralising food - something that many of us do without even knowing it! Listen on to find out the possible consequences of this, and what you can do instead. The 2 questions received on hawker food this week: Is ____ (a hawker dish) healthy? What are some nutritious pregnancy-friendly foods? Get the complete show notes and transcript here. Sign up to my weekly...

Dishing up some tips to help you make your next hawker meal more nutritious. Learn about the main components you need at each meal, and the amounts required. It’s not complicated, I promise! These tips can also be used in your meals beyond the hawker centre! For visual representations of the dishes I mentioned at the end: 1. Popiah: a Chinese-style spring roll that contains stewed jicama, bamboo shoots, beancurd, topped with peanuts, beansprouts, and egg 2. Nasi Padang: originates from...

In this episode, I answer 3 questions received on intermittent fasting (IF): Are there any specific foods to eat or avoid during IF? Will IF slow down my metabolism? How does the body tell the difference between being in fasting mode and starvation mode? Is there a difference in the effects of IF on people of different genders? These were great questions and I share a little more information that could come in useful for those of you that menstruate! Get the complete show notes and...

Are you curious about whether intermittent fasting is worth the hype? What is the impact of intermittent fasting on your body, how does it differ from traditional weight loss methods, how does one go about it, and…is it for you? Listen on to find out! Get the complete show notes and transcript here. Sign up to my weekly newsletter! Follow me on: Instagram TikTok Facebook LinkedIn Special thanks: Music: Dnl  Audio and Art: Farah Firzanah  Art: Amelia Loh

As promised, a Q&A segment will follow each episode (for as long as it’s relevant!), so here we are! Listen on to find out the best time to use MSG - before/during/after cooking, and how to spot it on the list of ingredients…it’s not always that straightforward! Get the complete show notes and transcript here. Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Follow me on: Instagram TikTok Facebook LinkedIn Special thanks: Music: Dnl  Audio and Art: Farah Firzanah  Art: Amelia Loh

Monosodium glutamate (MSG) - It’s the ingredient we’ve been often cautioned to avoid. But is it really that bad for us, and are there any positive uses for it at all? Turns out, it has quite a thrilling backstory, and I can’t wait for you to hear it! Get complete show notes and transcript here. Sign up to my weekly newsletter! Follow me @thecharlottemei on: Instagram TikTok Facebook LinkedIn Special thanks: Music: Dnl Audio and Art: Farah Firzanah  Art: Amelia Loh

In A Bite is a podcast hosted by nutritionist and presenter, Charlotte Mei.  Most information on nutrition and health is widely accessible, but unfortunately they’re not always reliable. In this podcast, Charlotte uses the latest scientific research to debunk the nutrition myths and misconceptions that have left many of us confused in the world of food and health.   You’ll be able to have a deeper understanding of the food you eat, while picking up tools to make better and clearer decisions...