Episodes
Need a crash course in autoimmune issues? Andrea Nakayama from the Functional Nutrition Alliance joins us to discuss functional nutrition approaches to autoimmunity and how balancing food, movement, mindset and environment can make a huge difference when it comes to taming inflammation, improving your energy and resolving symptoms.
Published 08/18/20
How does soil quality affect food quality? There's a strong connection. Soil health supports human health. Find out how regenerative agriculture is being utilized to heal our soil and ultimately save humanity. Join Mary Purdy as she interviews Jeff Tkach from the Rodale Institute.
Published 07/26/20
Having thyroid issues doesn't always mean that the thyroid is what needs to be treated. Most hypothyroidism can be attributed to the autoimmune disease called Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. Find out how to support your body with nutrition and lifestyle habits that support overall health of the body and may be able to bring thyroid function back into balance.
Published 07/05/20
Is organic food better than conventionally grown food? Find out why supporting organic farming might just benefit both you and the planet.
Published 05/06/20
In this time of uncertainty, staying healthy is key. Food can make a difference in enhancing or hampering your immune system. We offer tips and ideas for foods to include and those you may want to minimize. Supplements make a cameo appearance as well.
Published 04/15/20
We all feel down or depressed at some point in our lives, right? How can food play a part in affecting our mood? Learn about the various vitamins, foods, and other players involved.
Published 02/22/20
Does your body feel less than 100%? Have you had a week (or month or year) of heavy eating or drinking? Did you make a new year’s resolution around your health? It may be time for a “body reset.” Taking this simple, whole food action might be just the thing. 
Published 12/29/19
Coffee. Caffeine. Are they really all that bad for your health? The answer to that question is nuanced and is potentially good news for coffee-lovers.
Published 12/01/19
Healthy, radiant, glowing skin. We all want it but aren't sure of the how-tos. What if the answer wasn't just creams, face washes and oils but changing your diet? Join Mary and Ashley Koff, RD to set the record straight on the effects of diet and lifestyle on your skin.
Published 10/20/19
Diabetes is on the rise, but there's a lot you can do to prevent it! Mary spells out simple ways to help keep your blood sugar balanced and reduce your risk of developing blood sugar issues. And it may surprise you to learn that it's not all about the sweets!
Published 09/18/19
Four easy ways to lose weight: Host Mary Purdy uncovers four painless weight loss tips if you are in a place where your weight has plateaued and you are looking for new strategies that may help. (Rebroadcast Ep#41)
Published 08/18/19
Do you feel like eating healthy is too expensive? Mary Purdy shares the secrets of cheap healthy meals. Luckily, what's good for your wallet is also good for the environment.
Published 07/28/19
Cholesterol is generally considered a bad thing. But today, Mary debunks common cholesterol myths, explains the difference between good cholesterol and bad, and how to improve your numbers.
Published 06/30/19
Concerned (or curious) about climate change and think you can't make a difference? Think again! What you eat (or don't) matters. Learn how you can reduce your carbon footprint with a few simple dietary tweaks.
Published 05/23/19
Ever get heartburn or acid reflux? You may not need to immediately reach for medication. Mary Purdy, RD, gives the scoop on natural remedies for heartburn. PLUS: The Nutrition Challenge of the Week!
Published 04/26/19
Men live shorter and are, in general, less healthy than women. Dr. Myles Spar tells us how to achieve optimal men's health, why men are not proactive when it comes to health and how to challenge men in your life to start implementing healthy habits.
Published 03/24/19
Food doesn't just fuel us. It can juice us up! Learn about 7 aphrodisiac foods that might add some excitement to your life. Plus: Win a free-food gift card.
Published 02/20/19
Your health isn't just about the food you eat. You gotta move and take time to breathe, right? Mandy Enright helps us busy people get started with yoga and meditation.
Published 02/04/19
We often pass up undervalued healthy foods we (and your family) might just love! Guest Liz Weiss offers reasons (and recipes!) to reconsider these seven foods. Plus: How to win a free-food gift card!
Published 01/18/19
Does your body feel less than 100%? Had a week (or month or year) of heavy eating or drinking? Did you make a new year’s resolution around your health? It may be time for a “body reset.”
Published 12/30/18
Protein is important for everyone’s diet. But are you getting enough *plant-based* protein? Here is a quick take on why plant-based protein could be your new best friend and where to find it, from Host Mary Purdy, RD.
Published 12/16/18
What are GMO Foods and why should you care? How do they affect human health and the environment? Special guest Melinda Hemmelgarn, RD tells all.
Published 11/29/18
Worry about dementia, Alzheimers, or losing your memory? Want to improve your brain function? Discover the best brain food and the MIND diet with Maggie Moon.
Published 11/15/18
More than 1 out of every 3 American adults has prediabetes, but 90% of these people don’t even know. Yikes! Anne Elizabeth, RD helps us celebrate National Diabetes Month by sharing essential info about diabetes.
Published 10/31/18
Is coconut good or bad for you? Host Mary Purdy RD gives you the nutrition scoop on coconut. With lime. PLUS: The Nutrition Challenge!
Published 10/17/18