RDs vs. BS

Adaptogens, or substances touted to help with stress management and overall wellness, have made their way into the diet world. Today we take a deep dive into the research of four popular adaptogens to see if these compounds are really as safe and effective as the marketing claims.A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only.Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited.*Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements.

People often turn to their favorite celebrities for advice on what to eat. Unfortunately, many celebrities get caught up in the world of crazy diets and cleanses and all kinds of unhealthy habits. Some celebs take it a step further and turn their unhealthy eating habits into their own plans that they then turn around and sell to their fans. On today's episode, we take a look at some of the wackiest diets celebrities have tried, promoted, or created. A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only.Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited.*Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements.

Another day, another MLM promising that only their program and supplement line is the key to health and vitality.... Today we discuss the Isagenix 30 day weight loss program. Spoiler alert: hope you don't like food, or you won't be very happy during these 30 days. Our BS PS is on protein bars: what to look for, and what to consider when choosing a protein bar as part of a snack or meal.A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only.Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited.*Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements.

Go to Examine.news/rdsvsbs to get a discount on monthly, yearly or a lifetime subscription to Examine.com - an unbiased, thoroughly vetted database for information on nutrition and supplement topics!GMOs, or Genetically Modified Organisms... sounds scary, right? Today we discuss what a GMO food is, why we use this technology in some produce, and why these "Franked-foods" aren't quite as scary as some people may make you think. BS PS is on the supplement product "Mix-Hers",  a supplement that claims to help with women's hormonal health and ease PMS symptoms. Sound too good to be true? You know what we say about that....  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only.Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited.*Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements.

 Go to Examine.news/rdsvsbs to get a discount on monthly, yearly or a lifetime subscription to Examine.com - an unbiased, thoroughly vetted database for information on nutrition and supplement topics!Have you ever wondered why there seems to be so much conflicting data on nutrition out in the world? How can one guy claim that red meat give you cancer, and another that all you need to eat to be your healthiest is red meat? Why do so many supplements claim to have so many benefits, but humans do not seem to be getting any healthier as a result of taking them? Today, we chat with Nick Milazzo, the Editor of Study Summaries and Examine.com. He disseminates nutrition research every day with a fine-tuned comb, and he's sharing his wisdom of why nutrition research is so hard to conduct, why findings are usually inconclusive, and how nutrition research can be used as a weapon to sell exaggerated claims when ill-intended snake oil salesmen get their hands on it.  A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only.Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited.*Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements.

We're back with another Beachbody episode. This time, we break down their latest diet protocol, which is their version of an elimination diet to identify intolerances and improve gut health. Listen to find out if Beachbody uses an evidence based approach to this diet, or if it's just more dieting BS.A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only.Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited.*Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements.

Today's episode is all about MEAT! Specifically, is it a good idea to ONLY eat meat (and a few other animal product foods). Today we will take a deep dive into the recently popularized carnivore diet and why proponents of this diet are so convinced this is the best diet for human health. A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only.Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited.*Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements.

Toxins and chemicals and poisons...oh my! Today we dive into the "investigations" of Vani Hari, aka the Food Babe, and her wild (and wildly unsupported by literature) claims about food additives, pesticides, GMOs, and more. Vani would have you remove anything from your diet that contains anything added lest your want your health to suffer, and we'll explain why this alarmist way of thinking isn't backed by the research. A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only.Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited.*Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements.

On today's episode, Emily walks us through the sometimes hilarious, sometimes frighting product offerings of Gwyneth Paltrow's wellness brand Goop. What started off as a harmless food newsletter quickly grew into brand that promoted almost all psuedo-science that is out there. We talk about crystals, vagina eggs, and of course, Goop's nutrition offerings and recommendations. A reminder that this podcast is the thought and opinions of the hosts only.Visit rdsvsbs.com and check out the blog page for all of the links to research cited.*Disclaimer* This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian before making any dietary changes or starting any supplements.

We have trillions of bacteria living in our guts, and they may have more of an influence over your health than you think. In this episode, we tackle a popular, but complicated, topic of the symbiosis between what we eat, our gut bacteria, and our overall health. A word of caution that this episode may leave you with more questions than answers, but we deliver the most current research on this topic without any exaggerated health claims. The bottom line: treat your gut bugs well, and you may see some health benefits.