The Dietitian's Table

The Nutrition Industry Has Been Lying To You For 30 Years | The Dietitian's Table S02 EP20

We hear the word "healthy" every single day. On TikTok. On Instagram. On the news. From our doctors. From influencers with no clinical training. And somehow — after decades of nutrition trends telling us what to eat, what to cut, what to fear — we are more confused about what healthy actually means than ever before.In this episode, Joy, a registered dietitian, takes you through 30 years of nutrition history, breaks down why diet culture is doing real damage, why she supports the Health at Every Size movement, and what healthy actually looks like when you strip away the noise, the $135 billion industry, and the social media frenzy driving all of it.The trends we cover:🥓 The Fat Free Era — how the 90s replaced fat with sugar and made everything worse🥩 Atkins & Low Carb — the carb wars that left 45 million people behind🥤 Detox & Juice Cleanses — why your liver already does this for free🥑 Paleo & Keto — what our ancestors actually ate and why we got it wrong⏰ Intermittent Fasting & OMAD — when skipping meals became a competition💉 Ozempic & GLP-1 — a diabetes drug that became a $48 billion weight loss trend📱 The Social Media Frenzy — how TikTok and Instagram are making all of it worse⚖️ Diet Culture — why thinness does not equal healthy💚 Health At Every Size — what the movement actually stands for and why Joy supports itNo agenda. No supplement to sell. No transformation challenge. Just the truth.Because healthy should never be that complicated. #DietitiansTable #WhatIsHealthy #NutritionInTheNews #DietCulture #HealthAtEverySize #HAES #Ozempic #GLP1 #Keto #IntermittentFasting #Atkins #FatFree #Paleo #CleanEating #RegisteredDietitian #NutritionTips #HealthyLifestyle #WeightLoss #BodyPositivity #FoodFreedom #NutritionMyths #DietTrends #HealthEducation #WellnessAdvice #AntiDietCulture #IntuitiveEating #NutritionScience #HealthyEating #FoodAndHealth #dietitianadvice

Why Is Stress Wrecking Your Gut Health? | The Dietitan's Table S2E19

Can stress wreck your gut health? Absolutely, and most people do not realize how deeply stress can affect digestion, hunger cues, nutrient absorption, and overall well-being.In this episode of The Dietitian’s Table, Joy the Dietitian sits down with Bianca, actress and entertainment expert, to talk about the real connection between stress, gut health, digestion, and nutrition. Together, they break down how chronic stress can impact the digestive system, trigger uncomfortable gut symptoms, change appetite signals, and even affect iron absorption.They explore how stress hormones can send confusing hunger cues that make you feel hungry, lose your appetite, crave certain foods, or feel disconnected from what your body actually needs. Joy also explains how stress may contribute to bloating, stomach discomfort, digestive issues, and changes in eating habits over time.This episode is perfect for anyone struggling with stress eating, emotional eating, digestive problems, low energy, or feeling like their gut health gets worse during stressful periods of life.

Diet Culture TikTok's Are Getting Out of Control! | The Dietitian's Table S2 E18

Diet culture is everywhere, especially on TikTok. In this video, Joy reacts to viral trends like “1000 calories only” and “eat this, not that,” and breaks down what’s actually true and what’s just misleading.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the conflicting nutrition advice online, you’re not alone. We’re talking through some of the most common diet myths, unrealistic eating trends, and the kind of messaging that keeps popping up on your feed.If you’re trying to build a healthier relationship with food or you’re just tired of all the noise, this will help you make sense of it.

Real Plant Based Parenting Advice | The Dietitian's Table S2 E17

In this episode, Joy sits down with Genevieve, a plant-based parent and former plant-based chef, to discuss the realities of raising a family on a plant-based diet. Genevieve shares practical recipes, kitchen tips, and simple ways to make plant-based meals that kids and adults can actually enjoy.Together, Joy and Genevieve also break down the nutritional side of plant-based eating, including how to build balanced meals, key nutrients to focus on, and how parents can feel more confident when feeding their families. Whether you’re fully plant-based, plant-curious, or just looking for fresh meal ideas, this episode is packed with useful advice and realistic strategies.

2026 Cholesterol Guidelines: EXPLAINED! - Nutrition In The News | The Dietitian's Table S2 E16

Cholesterol Guidelines have changed in 2026: here's what you need to know. Joy breaks down her own experience with high cholesterol, what the new guidelines mean, and how they affect you.Referenced ArticlesAHA Journal: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001423"Confused About the New Cholesterol Guidelines? Here's What to Know." from The New York Times (gift article): https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/09/well/cholesterol-guidelines-heart-disease.html?unlocked_article_code=1.clA.z74K.pOsjoK2UQht2&smid=url-share 🔗 Learn More:🌐 Website → https://thedietitianstable.com📲 Socials → https://linktr.ee/thedietitianstable👥 Interested in being a guest?Apply now → https://thedietitianstable.com/apply📩 Questions?Reach us at: hello@thedietitianstable.com Theme music is 'The Perfection of Technology' performed by Black Rhomb, used under license from Shutterstock - Code: 2EMM5O5TUGZNVMGA