
Healthy Food 101: What Should I Eat? - 51
08/22/18 • 28 min
What is healthy food? And what exactly is a balanced diet? Conflicting messages from the media, health professionals, and our own body can be confusing! Host Mary Purdy RD makes it easy by dishing out healthy eating basics.
PLUS: The Weekly Nutrition Challenge!
DISCUSSED ON SHOW: How to create your own healthy plate with healthy food What are the main food groups to focus on?
How many veggies should you eat? Exploring vegetables you enjoy Thinking about colors Considering herbs
How much protein should you eat? Healthy types of proteins to consider
How many carbs should you eat? Complex vs. refined carbohydrates Examples of good carbs How much fruit should you eat?
How much fat should you eat? Examples of good fats Why it’s important to eat fat
Is dairy healthy? Specific dairy recommendations
How to individualize your plate for YOUR specific dietary needs, whether you follow a: Vegetarian, vegan, omnivore, or other diet
MENTIONED ON SHOW: Mary’s Nutrition Show on Amazon’s Alexa https://www.amazon.com/Wizzard-Media-Marys-Nutrition-Show/dp/B07BSW4JQ8/
ABOUT THE SHOW
Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, dishes out easy-to-digest info, tips, and advice about nutrition & lifestyle, backed by over 10 years of clinical experience and a healthy sense of humor.
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Podcasts App (or iTunes) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/marys-nutrition-show/id1245983321
ABOUT MARY
Mary Purdy is a Registered Dietitian with a Masters in Clinical Nutrition from Bastyr University. Past experience: • Private practice (8 yrs) • Adjunct professor at Bastyr University • Clinical Supervisor at Bastyr Center for Natural Health. Mary currently works as a Registered Dietitian Coach at the Scientific Wellness company, Arivale. Mary takes an integrative/holistic approach to diet, health & wellness and believes that food is medicine!
Mary has a new website!
http://marypurdy.co/ Mary’s (free) Quick Start Guide to Nutrition http://marypurdy.co/quick-start-guide-sign-up/
MARY’S NEW BOOK: http://marypurdy.co/book/
MARY’S VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/marypurdy
DISCLAIMER This podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. Please consult your doctor before following any information you hear here. The opinions expressed here are those exclusively of Mary Purdy, the Show’s producers, and guests, and do not necessarily represent the views of Arivale, Bastyr, Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine, or other entities.
What is healthy food? And what exactly is a balanced diet? Conflicting messages from the media, health professionals, and our own body can be confusing! Host Mary Purdy RD makes it easy by dishing out healthy eating basics.
PLUS: The Weekly Nutrition Challenge!
DISCUSSED ON SHOW: How to create your own healthy plate with healthy food What are the main food groups to focus on?
How many veggies should you eat? Exploring vegetables you enjoy Thinking about colors Considering herbs
How much protein should you eat? Healthy types of proteins to consider
How many carbs should you eat? Complex vs. refined carbohydrates Examples of good carbs How much fruit should you eat?
How much fat should you eat? Examples of good fats Why it’s important to eat fat
Is dairy healthy? Specific dairy recommendations
How to individualize your plate for YOUR specific dietary needs, whether you follow a: Vegetarian, vegan, omnivore, or other diet
MENTIONED ON SHOW: Mary’s Nutrition Show on Amazon’s Alexa https://www.amazon.com/Wizzard-Media-Marys-Nutrition-Show/dp/B07BSW4JQ8/
ABOUT THE SHOW
Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, dishes out easy-to-digest info, tips, and advice about nutrition & lifestyle, backed by over 10 years of clinical experience and a healthy sense of humor.
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Podcasts App (or iTunes) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/marys-nutrition-show/id1245983321
ABOUT MARY
Mary Purdy is a Registered Dietitian with a Masters in Clinical Nutrition from Bastyr University. Past experience: • Private practice (8 yrs) • Adjunct professor at Bastyr University • Clinical Supervisor at Bastyr Center for Natural Health. Mary currently works as a Registered Dietitian Coach at the Scientific Wellness company, Arivale. Mary takes an integrative/holistic approach to diet, health & wellness and believes that food is medicine!
Mary has a new website!
http://marypurdy.co/ Mary’s (free) Quick Start Guide to Nutrition http://marypurdy.co/quick-start-guide-sign-up/
MARY’S NEW BOOK: http://marypurdy.co/book/
MARY’S VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/marypurdy
DISCLAIMER This podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. Please consult your doctor before following any information you hear here. The opinions expressed here are those exclusively of Mary Purdy, the Show’s producers, and guests, and do not necessarily represent the views of Arivale, Bastyr, Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine, or other entities.
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Do you care about sustainability? Join Mary and award-winning nutrition expert, Sharon Palmer, RD, as they discuss how our food choices effect the environment.
PLUS: The Weekly Nutrition Challenge!
How Do Different Diets Impact the Environment? The standard American diet A plant-based diet
How Frozen and Preserved Foods Might Be Eco Friendly Foods
Practical Tips for Sustainable Eating Considering seasonal foods Considering locally grown foods Considering packaging
How a Plant-based Diet Can Help the Environment Easy ideas for plant-based eating RD recommendations for plant-based diets
Specific eco-friendly foods
How to Reduce Food Waste Overbuying, taking inventory, and menu planning Freezing food and relating with leftovers
MENTIONED ON SHOW: Mary’s Nutrition Show on Amazon’s Alexa https://www.amazon.com/Wizzard-Media-Marys-Nutrition-Show/dp/B07BSW4JQ8/
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SHARON PALMER LINKS SHARONPALMER.COM https://sharonpalmer.com/ http://sharonpalmer.com/the-plant-powered-blog/
The Plant-Powered Diet http://sharonpalmer.com/the-plant-powered-diet/
Plant Powered for Life http://sharonpalmer.com/plant-powered-for-life/
Sharon Palmers ’s Social: Facebook: @SharonPalmerThePlantPoweredDietitian
Twitter: @SharonPalmerRD
Instagram: @sharonpalmerrd Pinterest: @sharonpalmerrd
Sharon's Bean Recipe https://sharonpalmer.com/instant-pot-black-eyed-peas-and-greens-vegan/
ABOUT THE SHOW
Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, dishes out easy-to-digest info, tips, and advice about nutrition & lifestyle, backed by over 10 years of clinical experience and a healthy sense of humor.
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Podcasts App (or iTunes) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/marys-nutrition-show/id1245983321
ABOUT MARY
Mary Purdy is a Registered Dietitian with a Masters in Clinical Nutrition from Bastyr University. Past experience: • Private practice (8 yrs) • Adjunct professor at Bastyr University • Clinical Supervisor at Bastyr Center for Natural Health. Mary currently works as a Registered Dietitian Coach at the Scientific Wellness company, Arivale. Mary takes an integrative/holistic approach to diet, health & wellness and believes that food is medicine!
Mary has a new website!
http://marypurdy.co/ Mary’s (free) Quick Start Guide to Nutrition http://marypurdy.co/quick-start-guide-sign-up/
MARY’S NEW BOOK: http://marypurdy.co/book/
MARY’S VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/marypurdy
DISCLAIMER This podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. Please consult your doctor before following any information you hear here. The opinions expressed here are those exclusively of Mary Purdy, the Show’s producers, and guests, and do not necessarily represent the views of Arivale, Bastyr, Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine, or other entities.
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The Secret to Healthy Living with Master Chef Maria Hines - 52
What insights does a master chef have about healthy living? Find out when Seattle Chef Maria Hines chats with Host Mary Purdy, RD. PLUS: The Weekly Nutrition Challenge!
MENTIONED ON SHOW
What is a Chef's Approach to Healthy Living? Thoughts on plant-based eating, eating seasonally, and clean eating. How does sustainability fit into the picture?
What is Healthy Living at Home? Kitchen strategies and cooking philosophy
What are Quick Tips for Healthy Food and Cooking? Specific ideas for cooking and kitchen prep. Healthy snacks and healthy dinners. How does frozen food play a role? Fat in the diet.
How to Enter the Drawing for the $50 gift certificate to restaurant Tilth 1) Tag a friend on the Facebook post about this podcast episode (Healthy Food Tips from Master Chef Maria Hines). You can find that post at Mary’s Facebook page: https://facebook.com/MaryPurdyRD/ 2) You must have US address. 3) One entry for each friend tagged, up to 10 friends tagged. Our gift certificate winner will be announced on the next podcast
And, The Weekly Nutrition Challenge!
MARIA HINES Twitter: @mariahines MARIAHINESRESTAURANTS.COM Tilth Restaurant : Tilthrestaurant.com Agrodolce Restaurant : Agrodolcerestaurant.net Maria Hines Catering : mariahinesrestaurants.com/restaurants/catering/ Instagram: @mariahinesrestaurants @agrodolceseattle @tilthrestaurant @Maria_Hines_Catering
ABOUT THE SHOW
Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, dishes out easy-to-digest info, tips, and advice about nutrition & lifestyle, backed by over 10 years of clinical experience and a healthy sense of humor. Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Podcasts App (or iTunes) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/marys-nutrition-show/id1245983321
ABOUT MARY
Mary Purdy is a Registered Dietitian with a Masters in Clinical Nutrition from Bastyr University. Past experience: • Private practice (8 yrs) • Adjunct professor at Bastyr University • Clinical Supervisor at Bastyr Center for Natural Health. Mary currently works as a Registered Dietitian Coach at the Scientific Wellness company, Arivale. Mary takes an integrative/holistic approach to diet, health & wellness and believes that food is medicine!
Mary’s Nutrition Show is on Amazon’s Alexa You can say: “Alexa — enable Mary’s Nutrition Show.” https://www.amazon.com/Wizzard-Media-Marys-Nutrition-Show/dp/B07BSW4JQ8/
Mary has a new website!
http://marypurdy.co/ Mary’s (free) Quick Start Guide to Nutrition http://marypurdy.co/quick-start-guide-sign-up/
MARY’S NEW BOOK: http://marypurdy.co/book/
MARY’S VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/marypurdy
DISCLAIMER This podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. Please consult your doctor before following any information you hear here. The opinions expressed here are those exclusively of Mary Purdy, the Show’s producers, and guests, and do not necessarily represent the views of Arivale, Bastyr, Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine, or other entities.
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