Eat This, Not That!

Eggs - They seem simple enough, right? Scrambled, hard-boiled, omelette, they are an easy-to-prepare, solid source of protein almost anytime of day. But are they good for you? And if they are, are you paying more than you need to for eggs that are “cage-free”, “free-range”, or fortified with Omega-3s, or is it  all just health marketing hype? In this episode, Jon discusses the latest study that might have you reconsidering how many eggs you eat these days, and also uncovers some of the most surprising things you need to know about eggs before you stock them in your fridge. (Hint: Brown eggs, while more expensive, are no more nutritious than white eggs) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Instant Pot is an amazing tool. What other kitchen appliance lets you saute your veggies perfectly, make yogurt, and cook fluffy pasta in the comfort of your kitchen with hardly any effort? But with every fun new tool comes a bit of a learning curve, so in this episode Jon and Megan discuss easy Instant Pot tips that can help you avoid some of the most common mishaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Soda - For many of us it is a staple of our daily diet that rooted itself in childhood, but today, we are becoming more aware of the ways our daily soda habit might be negatively impacting our health, waistline and fitness goals.  If you have contemplated how to dial back - or completely kick - your soda habit then this episode is for you! Jon and Megan dive into some of the great alternatives hitting the shelves today that can provide a truly viable alternative to soda. From sweet and sparkling waters to carbonated cold-brews that provide a caffeinated kick, this list has something for everybody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bread - It’s one of the staples of the American diet, but lately it feels more like Public Enemy Number 1. Is it all just a bad rap though? Is bread really that bad for you, the thing that’s holding you back from your weight loss goals? Turns out, Bread is not really the food villain is has been made out to be — especially if you know how to eat it! In this episode, Jon and Megan get granular on all of the ways you can still enjoy bread - guilt free!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you ready to go old school? In this episode, Jon and Megan o really old school as they continue their Diet Decoded series by throwing it way back to Paleolithic times and breaking down the Paleo Diet. They are joined by health writer Beth Lipton (@cookiepie0402), who wrote about her own shift to a paleo lifestyle on EatThis.com. Jon and Megan break down what most of us think the Paleo diet is all about (meat, meat….more meat), and, with Beth’s help and insights, uncover that the Paleo diet is actually far more manageable, flexible, and balanced that we thought. Is it for you? Listen to Diet Decoded: The Paleo Diet and see for yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part 2 of our inspiring discussion with celebrity chef Seamus Mullen about how he saved his life by dramatically changing his diet, we dive deeper into the lessons he details in his latest book, Real Food Heals, and how you can start on your own journey by making small, significant changes that will have a dramatic impact on your health and longevity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Imagine that you spent your entire life dedicated to food, and that your love for food has led you to training with culinary experts in Spain, opening NYC restaurants, TV shows, and culinary awards. Now, imagine that the very thing you’ve dedicated your life to—and define yourself by—nearly killed you. Seamus Mullen doesn’t have to imagine this story, it’s his truth. His is an incredible story of how food can both fuel disease and illness and serve as the body’s salvation by feeding health and vitality...how food can push you to the brink, then bring you back from the edge—for Seamus, back to life. This is more than about Seamus’ amazing journey, detailed in his new cook book Real Food Heals, and how it has changed his relationship with food. It is an important message for anyone who thinks they need to be healthier, happier, and better. This special two-part episode with Seamus will inspire you to change how you think about food and how that shift can have an extraordinary impact on how you look, feel, and live. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They are plastered on products in almost every aisle of the supermarket: Organic, GMO-free, antioxidants, multigrain, gluten-free, no high fructose corn syrup, and more. Sure, they sound healthy, but what do they really mean? Are they an indication that you are holding a superfood that is key to improving your health and worth your hard-earned money? Or, are they just marketing efforts to impart a “health halo” around an otherwise normal product? In this episode, Jon and Megan help you to understand which terms will be the best guidelines for improving your health by uncovering the facts and definitions of some of today's most common food buzzwords. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It happens every year, a rush of new diets, pr refreshes of older ones, flood book shelves, facebook feeds, and boring TV shows all claiming to be the your answer to nailing your weight loss goals or improving your health this year. How can you cut through all the hype and see which one is actually worth your time and money? IN this episode, Jon and Megan introduce a new series looking to provide deeper insights in some of today’s latest diet trends to cut through the hype so you can make an informed decision and get started on nailing that New Year’s resolution. There’s no denying that the ketogenic diet (keto for short) is the hottest new nutrition trend. And although it’s still controversial among dietitians, doctors, and other nutrition experts, there is some scientific research to back it up. In this first Diet Decoded, Jon and Magen break down the Pros and Cons of this hot diet trend and, if it’s for you, provide your quick start guide to “going Keto." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dieting is hard, but eating is easy. Right? That means the easiest way to drop pounds and slim down this year is to do exactly what you’re already doing: eat! Just make sure you’re getting in the right foods.  In this episode, Jon and Megan uncover which nutrient-rich foods deserve a place in your diet daily and how to sneak them into your meals. What’s great about these foods is that they aren’t strange new foods you haven’t heard of before -- they are all common superfoods that you may have in your home already. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Year’s resolutions, weddings, reunions...all too often many of us look for a “quick fix” when we start to feel guilty after weeks of indulging, or a big event. For many of us, we might lead us to a juice cleanse - but, the consequences might not be worth the short term hopes.  In this episode, Jon and Megan break down the realities of a short, or long, term juice cleanse and how you can still get some of the benefits without the consequences - ensuring that you not only achieve your weight loss or health goals, but set the stage for long term success.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It happened, the “New Year” is now a reality and as we shake off thefog of all the Holiday sweets and treats diving into a full-blown NewYear’s Resolution May seem a bit daunting. Don’t worry, in this episode Jon and Megan share some simple tips andtricks - that you can use today - to help you build some greatmomentum while you take some time to be easy on yourself and ease intoa healthier January. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode Jon and Megan close out the first year of the show with some of their favorite resources for food and health inspiration. As we take a look at the year ahead, we talk about some of the people, places, books, TV Shows, films websites, etc… that have lit a spark for how they approach what we eat or how we prepare it in hopes that maybe some will provide some inspiration for you to take into the next year as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This time of year is stressful enough, and navigating the myriad of items on supermarket shelves doesn’t help matters much either: How much sodium is too much sodium? Does this have enough protein? Are these red berries safe to eat? Jon and Megan want to make it less stressful, and easier, for you to figure what is worthy of space in your shopping cart and will actually help you work towards your healthy eating goals.  In this episode, they comb through the massive list of the BEST Healthy Food Products of 2018 compiled by our researchers at Eat This, Not That! Jon and Megan go through some of their favorite healthy groceries that earned a place in their fridges and pantries this year. These essentials—most new, some classics—will help make it easier for you to meal prep better, snack smarter, and stick to your healthy eating plan all throughout the year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The saying goes that “America runs on Dunkin’,” and it appears to be a fairly accurate statement when you consider there are more than 10,000 Dunkin’ Donuts locations in the U.S. and a whopping 60 percent of their annual revenue comes from coffee. (Sugar-filled donuts don’t tend to be major energy boosters, after-all…)   Now, with a variety of new menu items, you don’t even have to risk major sugar temptations to get their hands on one of the 4,657,534 cups of coffee the mega-chain sells every day.   Fascinated yet? In this episode Jon and Megan explore some of the fun, helpful, and quirky facts and tips you probably didn’t know about this fast food giant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices