The Keri Report Podcast
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Welcome to the first ever release of the Keri Report podcast. In this brief episode 00, I dive into who I am, what my core values are as a registered dietitian nutritionist, and why I decided to create this podcast to begin with. I’ll give you a glimpse into the many fun topics to look forward to, such as crazy fad diets, nutrition facts versus myths, and healthy eating tips that are actually doable.
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RSSEpisode #74 – Diving Deep Into the Alcohol Discussion
Welcome to the premier of Season 4 of the Keri Report! To kick off this season, I dive deep into a topic that concerns a lot of us – especially me! – by looking at the latest news on alcohol that has caused quite a ruckus in the nutrition community.
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Eric Rimm, a Professor of Epidemiology and Nutrition and Director of the Program in cardiovascular epidemiology in the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, and Professor of Medicine at the Harvard Medical School. He’s internationally recognized for his extensive work in the study of the health effects of light to moderate alcohol consumption. We go over the latest studies, what exactly moderate drinking is by the numbers, and whether the research on drinking actually has changed at all. Stay tuned!
Episode #73 – Turns out I have MORE to say about Ozempic!
Welcome to the last episode of Season 3 of the Keri Report! It’s not very often that I revisit a topic twice in the same season (if you want a refresher, listen to Ep 62 Ozempic, The Celebrity Weight Loss Drug: Should We Be Concerned?) but I just can’t seem to get away from Ozempic. It is STILL making waves in the media thanks to celebrity use (and MISUSE) and I have SO much to say. I thought this time I’d bring in backup to dig more into how this drug is affecting individuals with eating disorders, and why overall its continued popularity is such a problem.
In this episode, I’m joined by registered dietitian Laura Pimello, an eating disorder specialist and somatic and trauma-informed practitioner with a private practice in New York City. We discuss how long this drug can be effective for, the problems that may come along with abusing this family of drugs, and what worries us as dietitians who are seeing people taking Ozempic, or Wegovy, without understanding the potential risks. All this and more – stay tuned!
And be sure to subscribe to The Keri Report so that you can be the first to listen to Season 4 debuting early September!
Episode #72 – Hot Topics: Berberine & Coffee
The first time I was asked about Berberine was back in February, and thanks to our favorite app (TikTok, of course) it’s going viral again as “nature’s Ozempic” (if you need a crash course on that, check out my episode from last year about it.) But what is Berberine? Does it actually work for weight-loss? What are the side effects – and is it safe?
The other hot topic from this week is – believe it or not – coffee. The debate about coffee has been raging for decades now, and I’m pretty confident in my stance…BUT it doesn’t hurt to review the most up-to-date science, which is exactly what I did. All this and more – stay tuned!
Episode #71 – What happens when a Registered Dietitian tries the viral 30-Day McDonald’s Challenge?!
One of the TikTok trends that’s been making the rounds lately is a fad where people eat at a particular fast food restaurant (hint: it’s the one with the golden arches!) every day for anywhere from a month, to 100 days – and the reason it’s going viral is because shockingly, people are saying they are LOSING weight doing it! When I heard that one of my fellow dietitians was giving this trend a try, I knew I needed to talk to her and find out how it went.
In this episode, I’m joined by Nicole Rodriguez, an award-winning dietitian /nutritionist based in the New York Metro area and the co-founder of Step Bite Step. I talk to her about how exactly she did her 30-day McDonald’s challenge, whether it’s possible to eat fast food in a health conscious way, and if she can still stand McDonald’s after a MONTH of eating it every day. All this and more – stay tuned!
Episode #70 – What’s the deal with #GreenPowder?
Videos of green drinks are all the rage on TikTok right now (insert eye roll here as you all know how I feel about TikTok) and these clips often come with some pretty incredible health claims. In this episode, I talk about what exactly green powder is, the validity of some of the claims the Internet is making about green powders, and potential risks that you might be missing in the small print on these products.
Episode #69 – Keeping Your Mouth Shut in Regards to Other People’s Health & Body
I’ve been thinking a lot about when and how to help the people around you when it comes to their health and diet – and when you should just keep your mouth shut (even for family!) I share my top 5 tips on how and where to suggest people get helpful information if they really want it. Along those same lines, I was asked for a comment to Buzzfeed in response to Ariana Grande’ recent statement asking people to stop commenting on her body. Bottom line: if you haven’t been asked, they don’t need your two cents…because you never know how comments will impact people. All this and more – stay tuned!
Last month, it was announced that WW (formerly Weight Watchers) was set to acquire Sequence, a subscription telehealth platform “offering access to healthcare providers specializing in chronic weight management”. Since that announcement, there’s been some pushback – but we know on this podcast that mainstream media doesn’t always get it 100% right. So, I decided to go straight to the source so I can make up my mind for myself!
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Michelle Cardel, a registered dietitian and obesity and nutrition scientist who oversees WW’s academic research partnerships and clinical trials, nutrition portfolio, and science communication. We discuss what Sequence is, why WW is pursuing this acquisition, and what it means for the future of WW. All this and more – stay tuned!.
Every year, the Environmental Working Group releases the Dirty Dozen, a list of conventionally-grown fruits and vegetables with the highest levels of pesticide residues. And every year, this list generates unnecessary consumer concern – it did when this episode first aired in 2022, and no surprise, it’s still doing the same in 2023.
In this episode, I’m joined by Tamika Sims, Ph.D., the Senior Director of Food Technology Communications for the International Food Information Council. We talk about the difference between organic and conventional farming, natural and synthetic pesticides, and how consumers shouldn’t be worried about the Dirty Dozen.
On Valentine’s Day this year, I saw that Forbes put out an article titled, “Reframing the Relationship between Women and Chocolate”. When I looked at the byline, I realized it was penned by one of my esteemed colleagues, Jess Cording, and knew I had to have her on the show to talk about it.
Jess Cording is a registered dietitian and health coach. She is the author of The Little Book Of Game-Changers: 50 Healthy Habits For Managing Stress & Anxiety and The Farewell Tour. She is also the host of the Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording Podcast. In this episode, we discuss all things chocolate: reports on how much heavy metal is too much in dark chocolate, what the actual health benefits of chocolate are, and whether or not women crave chocolate more than men. All this and more – stay tuned!……
Once again, I tackle some hot nutrition topics in the news recently – this time, looking at whether weight loss patches actually work, if there’s such a thing as too much fiber, and whether putting milk in your coffee can actually affect inflammation. Stay tuned……
There’s been a whole new batch of fad diets and nutrition topics in the news recently, so I decided that in this solo episode I would tackle three of them: The Warrior Diet, The Low Oxalate Diet, and whether or not MSG is actually bad for you. Sometimes, as we know, media headlines don’t tell the whole story, and especially the science behind them. Stay tuned for the facts and much more…
Joining me in this episode is returning guest Bonnie Taub-Dix. Bonnie is a registered dietitian/nutritionist, media personality & trainer, spokesperson, motivational speaker, journalist, and corporate and brand consultant. She takes me through the difference between a fad and a trend, her list of in and out predictions for 2023, and what we hope to see (and not see) in the coming year.
Joining me for this conversation is Lauren Harris-Pincus, a nutrition communication specialist, speaker, spokesperson, and registered dietitian in the New York/New Jersey area for 25 years. With Lauren’s help, we explore the molecular nitty gritty of what semaglutide (aka the active ingredient in Ozempic) does in the body, whether the drug Hollywood is infatuated with is actually Ozempic or Wegovy, and overall the world of problems associated with glorifying weight loss drugs as a “silver bullet”. All this and more – stay tuned!
For this episode, I’m excited for Tamara Duker Freuman to join me to dive deep into the discussion of belly bloat. Tamara is a New York City-based registered dietitian with 12 years of experience in clinical gastroenterology practice settings specializing in dietary management of digestive symptoms and diseases. She’s also the author of The Bloated Belly Whisperer, and her next book, Regular, is now available for pre-order ahead of its April 2023 release.
We discuss why knowing the cause of your bloating is the key to fixing the problem rather than searching for a one-size-fits-all solution (because frankly, it doesn’t exist), whether or not “flat belly foods” are actually effective (I mean if you think about it, does adding more food to an already full system really make sense??), and the number one fiber-related reason the majority of people are probably feeling bloated (or should I say, number 2). All this and more in this episode!
In this episode, I’m joined by Ali Rosen, the Emmy and James Beard Award nominated host of “Potluck with Ali Rosen” on New York City Life. She is the author of cookbooks Modern Freezer Meals, and Bring It, and has been featured on shows like The Today Show and Food Network Kitchen. She also has a new fiction novel, Recipe for Second Chances, arriving in September 2023 (can’t wait to read it!) Hailing from Charleston North Carolina, she now lives in New York with her husband and 3 kids. Ali is the perfect guest for this discussion about whether frozen foods are less healthy than fresh (spoiler: they are NOT!), as well as how food and freezing technology has come a long way from your grandma’s fridge, the biggest mistake you probably don’t know you’re making (hint: it’s got something to do with serving size) and the benefits that you could be reaping from opting for certain easy picks in the frozen aisle at the grocery store.
P.S. Both Kate and I confess to being beef eaters!
Episode #50 – Debunking the Dirty Dozen
In this episode, I’m joined by Tamika Sims, Ph.D., the Senior Director of Food Technology Communications for the International Food Information Council. We talk about the difference between organic and conventional farming, natural and synthetic pesticides, and how consumers shouldn’t be worried about the Dirty Dozen.
Episode #49 -Clearing Up Skincare Confusion
Episode #48 -Buying Sustainable Seafood
Episode #47 -Fueling To Run Across America
Episode #46 -Are the Watermelon and Optavia Diets Worth the Hype??
Episode #45 – Is CBD Actually Good for You?
Episode #44 – Myth-Busting: Weight Loss Tips
Episode #43 – Why The Keto Diet Isn’t For You
Episode #42 – New Year, No Resolutions
Episode #41- True or False: Holiday Edition
Episode #40 – Is There a Relationship Between Social Media and Eating Disorders?
I am thrilled to be joined by one of my oldest and dearest friends, Dr. Melissa Freizinger. Dr. Freizinger is the Associate Director of the Eating Disorder Program in the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine and the Department of Psychiatry at Boston Children’s Hospital.
We chat about who is most susceptible to developing a negative body image from social media, what platforms have the biggest impact, and honestly, how it may affect each and every one of us in different ways.
Episode #39 – Improving Your Immune Health
In this episode, Mia Syn, registered dietitian and host of Good Food Friday on ABC Charleston, and I discuss taking a food first approach. Mia also gives us her top 5 nutrients for immune health and other proven strategies to maintain our immunity.
Episode #38 – How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Christopher Mohr, co-creator of the sleep course: Make Healthy a Habit: 21 Days to Better Sleep. We discuss many strategies for improved sleep, including which, if any, herbs help, how diet, alcohol and exercise play a role, and the amount of sleep we really need.
Episode #37 – Changing Your Relationship with Sugar
In this episode, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian and co-author of Sugar Shock, Samantha Cassetty. We discuss the impacts of overeating sugar, the types of sugar to avoid, sugar and habit-forming behaviors, managing cravings, and training your tastebuds.
Episode #36 –
Protein Powder, Is It Worth It?
Episode #35 –
A Deep Dive into the FODMAP Diet
Episode #34 –
Summer Recap: TikTok Food Trends
Episode #33 –
What is the Truth Behind the Mayr Method? – Episode 33 Season Finale
Episode #32 –
Plant Versus Animal Based Diets – Is One Better Than the Other? – Episode 32
Episode #31 –
Enhancing Your Fitness Routine with Caffeine and Creatine – Episode 31
In this episode I’m joined by Tara Gidus Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LDN, ACE-PT, to talk about two very popular supplements – caffeine and creatine – and how they may help you to make the most out of your exercise routine.
Episode #30 –
Clearing Up Confusion in Your Supermarket Aisles – Episode 30
In this episode I’m joined by Bonnie Taub-Dix, RDN, and author of the incredible book “Read It Before You Eat It” to talk all things food labels and how to make the most out of your trip to the supermarket.
Episode #29 –
Should you spend more time in the frozen food aisle?
In this episode, my friend Dr. Joan Salge Blake, EdD, RDN, LDN, FAND, joins me as we discuss the benefits of frozen fruit and vegetables, the legacy of “TV Dinners”, and debunk the many myths surrounding frozen microwavable meals.
Episode #28 –
Understanding Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size®
In this episode I’m joined by Alissa Rumsey, MS, RD, CDN, CSCS and author of the book “Unapologetic Eating” to discuss the Health at Every Size® movement and its relationship to our health and diet culture today.
We unpack whether intuitive eating is yet another fad diet, or something totally unique and what it might mean to be healthy and happy.
Episode #27
In this episode Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Sammi Brondo joins me to separate the myths from the facts. We explore its history, the science behind it, and best of all, the tastiest ways to use it!
Episode #26
In this episode, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian, Abby Langer, who authored the book “Good Food, Bad Diet”. We take a look at sugar and why you don’t need to “quit” it. Together, we debunk some outlandish theories about fruit, uncover hidden added sugar and lend some tips to help you keep your sugar consumption balanced.
Episode #25
In this episode, DJ Blatner, RDN, CSSD and Author of The Superfood Swap, joins me to take a hard look at what makes a superfood and where they fit into a balanced diet. Is there any difference between “superfoods” and foods that are just plain good for you?
Episode #24
The idea of reducing food waste isn’t a new concept. I remember my parents reminding me as a kid to eat every last bite of food on my plate because “children were starving”. So, has anything changed since then?
This week, Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN, joins me on the podcast to talk about limiting our food waste in our daily routines, the resources that you might have never heard of, and why it all matters anyway.
Episode #23
We’re a month into the new year and at this point many people are typically feeling a sense of guilt for having abandoned a diet they started on January 1st. But should they?
In this episode I’m looking at diet culture and its effect on my work, my clients and the world we live in. Can the word(s) “diet” and “weight loss” be used for good?
Episode #22
At the end of every year I do a round-up of the top 10 diets that have been Googled that year for U.S. News. Today, you get it in podcast form!
Which diets do I wish would simply disappear, and which actually have some merit? I break it all down in this episode.
Episode #21
2020 gave us lots of reasons perhaps to drink too much. But now that we’re out of the holiday season and into a new year, it’s might be time to revisit our relationship with alcohol.
In this episode, I’m joined by registered dietitian Kathleen Zelman to discuss what a responsible drinking habit looks like, the differences between men and women’s alcohol intake, and if my daily martini really has a role in a healthy diet (fingers crossed).
Happy Holidays!
In this quick episode, I’m jumping in to simply to give you my advice on how to handle holiday meals and forth-coming resolutions.
AND mostly, I just want to wish you all a very Happy Holidays.
See you in 2021!
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Episode #16
If this is the first time you’ve heard about Irish Moss, it’s yet another food to get popular because of its “superfood” health claims. But what is it actually, and can the claims even be substantiated?
In this episode, I lay out the science behind this unique ingredient, and the studies (or lack thereof) that you should know about.
Episode #15
It seems like we get a new zero-calorie sweetner hitting our grocery isles every month, and this week I’m breaking down Monk Fruit.
Okay, maybe no one in the Western world really actually eats Monk Fruit, so what is this sugar-like powder that we get from it? Is it safe? What are the health claims, and how do you use it?
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Episode #14
Many of you have likely heard about the F Factor Diet, even if only recently due to the headlines surrounding it. I wanted to take this episode as an opportunity to weigh in on this diet that’s been around for 20 years.
I will talk about the importance of fiber for our health and how best to consume it, whether or not it is okay to want to lose weight, and the role food intolerances may play in our choice of products.
Lastly, I will touch on how I am disheartened by the way social media is sometimes used as a battleground.
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Episode #13
Coconut oil has surfaced over the last couple of years, with claims that it can heal and prevent all sorts of things, from Alzheimers to cancer. These are big claims that in a society obsessed with “natural medicine”, many of us can only hope to be true.
In this episode I discuss numerous studies that tackle these claims to see if they really have any credibility.
So, is coconut oil a healthy oil alternative, or is there more to it – because believing claims versus reality can sometimes be a VERY slippery slope!
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Episode #12
Everyone knows that staying hydrated is the key ingredient to a healthy lifestyle, after all our bodies are 60% water!
But today, I’m tackling the topic of “enhanced” waters, specifically Alkaline Water and Ginger Water, to find out if they’re really anything to write home about. Certain waters and “elixirs’ claim to provide amazing benefits, like more energy and preventing bone loss, so I’m here to find out the truth.
Does a specific PH balance really make a difference?
Do certain types of water really have magical properties?
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Episode #11
Beef has earned a bad reputation with many health advocates around the world, but is the concern justified?
In this episode I’m joined by registered dietitian Melissa Joy Dobbins to get to the nitty gritty about beef; a well-loved summer-time staple. Personally I love a good burger, but I am often asked about its health effects, especially with high grilling temperatures.
We also dive into the impact of cattle farms on our environment; how harmful is or isn’t it? This episode is a juicy one!
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Episode #10
Over these months of lockdown, I’ve seen healthy habits become a trend only to be thrown to the wayside all together.
In this episode I invited nutritionist and dear friend Samantha Cassetty on the podcast to take a hard look at the ways that many of us are dealing with quarantine living.
Have our exercising habits changed?
Are we eating healthy and/or snacking too much?
What about those happy hours, are we drinking perhaps a little more than usual?
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Episode #09
In this episode I’m breaking down the Keto diet, from how it works and IF it works, to the studies and science behind it. Is the Keto diet the magic weight loss solution so many people claim it to be? What types of side effects, if any, does it have?
If you’ve been considering “going Keto”, or have been curious about it, you need to listen to this episode!
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Episode #08
From nut milk to oat milk, and even banana milk, there are plenty of milk alternatives out there to choose from. But what really makes some better than others?
In this episode I lay out the most popular milk alternatives and tell you everything you need to know in order to understand which one is right for you. For example, which one is the best in terms of delivering protein, fiber, vitamin D and/or calcium? Everyone has favorites, let me help you find yours!
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Episode #07
Dairy commercials rave about its health benefits, so why are so many people still freaked out by milk?
In this episode I’m joined by Lauren Twigge, aka “The Dairy Dietitian”, to help understand the facts about the milk industry, including hormone and antibiotic usage.
Should we be concerned about our milk and dairy consumption? What’s the real difference between conventional and organic milk? How about those cows?
Find out everything you need to know so you don’t have to avoid the dairy aisle.
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Episode #06
For many years, low calorie sweeteners, like Splenda, have taken some serious heat from the public.
I’ve invited Dr. Ali Webster from IFIC Foundation to join me to break down everything you need to know about low calorie sweeteners. What’s the difference between man-made and natural? How does something get FDA approved? Do they cause cancer? We tackle the myths and face the facts so you can make the best choice for yourself on whether or not you choose to consume them.
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Episode #05
In today’s diet culture, is it okay to WANT to lose weight?
In this episode I’m joined by my first guest, registered dietitian Jackie London, to breakdown whether or not someone can love their body yet want to lose weight. Jackie is the Head of Nutrition and Wellness at WW (formerly Weight Watchers) and the author of Dressing on the Side: and Other Diet Myths Debunked – needless to say she’s the perfect person to discuss this nuanced topic with.
Are weight loss and body positivity mutually exclusive or can there be common ground?
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Episode #04
As far as most people know, collagen is something that prevents wrinkles. But what is it really and does it actually have health benefits? In this episode, I break down the science of collagen so you can make the right choice when it comes to supplements.
And speaking of science, what about all those ingredients you can’t pronounce on your food items? Are these food additives safe and why are they even there to begin with?
Finally, breakfast: we’ve all be trained to think that it’s the most important meal of the day. I dissect whether the power of breakfast is fact or fiction.
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Episode #03
Over the last few years, gluten has earned itself a bad reputation. Sure, your friends might say they feel better on a gluten-free diet, but is it really necessary for you? In this episode, I dive into one of the biggest diet trends I’ve seen and why gluten-free is NOT for everyone.
A new diet fad has also hit the media, the Sirtfood Diet. This diet was recently made popular by Adele after her massive weight-loss this year, so I explain what exactly it is along with its health claims? And then there is allulose – have you heard of it? I walk you through this new-found sugar alternative and discuss whether or not it is safe to try.
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Episode #02
Keri tackles three topics in nutrition that keep coming up over and over again: intermittent fasting, coffee detoxs and vegan cookies. These three fads have claimed benefits when in comes to wellness and weigh-loss, but let’s look at the science.
Does intermittent fasting have fact-based results, and what are they? Do you NEED coffee to function, or should you avoid it all together? Vegan cookies: are they “good for you”, or should you stick to an old-fashioned chocolate chip?
All these questions answered, and more in this episode of the Keri Report.
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Episode #01
Long before this global pandemic, I was seeing “magic” supplements circling around the internet as the ultimate cure for the common cold and flu. Unfortunately, I now see them more than ever.
In this episode, I dissect the scientific studies on how effective the four most talked about supplements are. I also get real about the annual Dirty Dozen list from the Environmental Working Group. What does it mean to call a fruit or vegetable “clean” or “dirty”, and should we even be worried about pesticides in our produce to begin with? And lastly a question on everyone’s mind: what exactly is a a plant-based or plant-forward diet?
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