The Functional Food Frenzy: Hype, Health, and the Gut Myth

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The Pea PodCast: Demystifying Wellness, One Headline at a Time

Pea Pod Nutrition

15 episodes

1 week ago

Tired of health headlines that leave you more confused than enlightened? Join us on The Pea PodCast, your weekly dose of no-nonsense wellness advice. We dive deep into the latest health trends, separating fact from fiction, and breaking down complex topics into easy-to-understand bites.

Whether you're a seasoned wellness warrior or a newbie on the health journey, we've got you covered. We'll help you navigate the noise, debunk myths, and empower you to make informed choices that truly nourish your body and mind.

So, grab your favorite cup of tea (or coffee, we don't judge) and join us as we unravel the world of wellness, one headline at a time.

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So, grab your favorite cup of tea (or coffee, we don't judge) and join us as we unravel the world of wellness, one headline at a time.

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Nutrition

Health & Fitness,

Alternative Health

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The Functional Food Frenzy: Hype, Health, and the Gut Myth

The Pea PodCast: Demystifying Wellness, One Headline at a Time

12 minutes 26 seconds

1 week ago

The Functional Food Frenzy: Hype, Health, and the Gut Myth

If your social media feed is full of bright green powders, brain-boosting nootropics, and sea moss gel, you’ve witnessed the Functional Food Frenzy. But are these expensive trends really the key to gut health and endless energy?

Host Alicia C. Simpson MS,RD,IBCLC,LD dives into the science to separate the marketing hype from real health benefits.

What You Will Learn and Why You Should Listen:

Greens Myth Busted: We expose why a scoop of greens powder is not a substitute for whole vegetables (it's missing fiber!) and discuss the risk of heavy metal contamination.
The Adaptogen Deception: Learn how cortisol and the gut-brain axis truly work, and why proprietary blends in trendy drinks often contain only trace, non-therapeutic doses of ingredients like Ashwagandha.
Sea Moss Caution: Find out why this mineral-rich algae poses a risk for Iodine overdose and heavy metal absorption.
The Inexpensive Secret: We reveal how common, everyday, and affordable foods like spinach, beans, and tea offer the same or superior nutritional profiles—including fiber and synergy—as the expensive "superfoods."

Stop paying for hype! Tune in to discover how to achieve true functional health using the basics found right in your own kitchen.

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Got a headline that's got you scratching your head? We want to break it down for you! Email us your confusing health headlines or topic suggestions at podcast@peapodnutrition.org. We might just feature it in an upcoming episode!

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