EP 16:UNLOCKING THE SCIENCE OF NUTRIENT-RICH LIVING WITH DR. SARAH BALLANTYNE, FOUNDER OF NUTRIVORE

About this episode

Dr. Sarah Ballantyne discusses nutrient-rich living and debunks common food myths in this insightful episode.

Join us for a deep dive into nutrition and wellness with the brilliant Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, creator of Nutrivore and author of Nutrivore: The Radical New Science for Getting the Nutrients You Need from the Foods You Eat . Dr. Ballantyne shares her inspiring journey of dismantling food myths, embracing a nourishment-over-judgment approach, and making healthy eating accessible to everyone. Key topics in this episode include:🌱 The philosophy behind Nutrivore and how it empowers food choices for optimal health.📊 What is the Nutrivore Score? Discover how it measures nutrient density to guide dietary decisions.🍳 Myths debunked! From the truth about seed oils to the surprising health benefits of canned veggies and affordable oils like canola.🥗 A practical guide to the top nutrient-dense foods and how to incorporate them into your diet.🩺 How nutrition impacts PMS, menopause, and fertility, with actionable tips for biohacking your cycle.💡 The intersection of wellness, sustainability, and affordability—rethinking the concept of a “healthy” diet. This episode is packed with actionable insights, myth-busting science, and empowering advice to help you build a joyful, sustainable…

People in this episode

Hosts: Yaz Ketcherside, Jamie Eads

Guest: Dr. Sarah Ballantyne

Topics covered

• nutrition
• wellness
• food myths
• nutrient density
• healthy eating
• sustainability

Keywords

• Nutrivore
• nutrition
• nutrient density
• food myths
• healthy eating
• PMS
• menopause
• fertility

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Nutrivore

Books & works: Nutrivore: The Radical New Science for Getting the Nutrients You Need from the Foods You Eat

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