Cutting through the nutrition science noise: Episode 128

Are seed oils poison?  Is it worth purchasing produce if it’s not organic?  Are the Dietary Guidelines for Americans actually killing us? Today's guest has a unique perspective for dietitians and everyone interested in food.

These are just a few of the questions Michele and Nicole pose to Dr. Adrian Chavez, who earned his PhD in nutrition and health promotion from Arizona State University.  His own personal health journey began as a child experiencing asthma and severe allergies, the treatment of which left him with digestive issues that he learned to resolve with improvements to his nutrition. 

As host of the Nutrition Science Podcast, Dr. Chavez helps listeners cut through the nutrition noise so they can make informed decisions on how to feed themselves and their families.  He has also guided thousands of patients through courses, group programs, and 1:1 counseling, with a focus on high cholesterol, diabetes, autoimmune disease, IBS, and IBD.  

Known for his direct approach and willingness to take uncredentialed wellness influencers to task, Dr. Chavez has amassed tens of thousands of followers on social media.  While he doesn’t have a hand in agriculture, Dr. Chavez has one request of the people who grow our food: listen in to find out what it is.

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