Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Imago Nutrition Podcast
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| 113. One Simple Tip to Help You Cook More at Home | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:15:40 | |
Are you thinking about cooking more at home but find it a bit challenging to stick to your goal? Do you ever wonder why that is? In this episode, Danielle shares some quick insights on why you might struggle and gives you one simple tip to help you get started. Plus, she talks about how a dietitian can support you—spoiler, it's not about giving you sample menus!
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| 112. NEW FOOD PYRAMID: What You Need to Know | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:57:55 | |
If you've been anywhere near social media, the news, or another human being the last few days, you've probably seen a new food pyramid has been released, as well as the new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. In this timely episode, Mark and Danielle give you a balanced walkthrough of the new guideance and what you need to know.
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| 103. Is Yuka a good nutrition app? | 17 Mar 2025 | 00:27:46 | |
There are a lot of tools to help understand nutrition these days, but it's hard to know which ones are more helpful than others. In this episode, Danielle and Mark look at the Yuka app, and discuss the pros and cons of this food scanner.
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| 13. Which foods should I give my baby to prevent iron deficiency? | 20 Jun 2022 | 00:12:09 | |
Iron is an important mineral which supports proper neurological development during infancy and early childhood. In this episode, Danielle discusses foods that can help prevent iron deficiency in an infant.
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| 12. What about losing weight while breastfeeding? | 13 Jun 2022 | 00:13:00 | |
Losing weight while breastfeeding can be a delicate balance for mom and baby. In this episode, Danielle walks through some thoughts and considerations for breastfeeding moms who are trying to be proactive about losing pregnancy weight, while doing so in a healthy manner that doesn't negatively effect milk supply.
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| 11. Should I watch my sodium intake? | 06 Jun 2022 | 00:20:59 | |
Sodium serves many important roles in the body, but too much can have adverse health outcomes. In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss sodium, its role in the body, and practical ways to guard against consuming too much.
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| 10. Are V8 juices and CLIF bars healthy? | 30 May 2022 | 00:25:28 | |
Are V8 juices and CLIF bars really as healthy as advertised, or is it all just marketing? In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss the pros and cons of these products, as well as give some tips for tracking calories to align with your goals.
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| 9. How do I get enough protein if I don't eat meat? | 23 May 2022 | 00:24:13 | |
Protein plays many important roles in the body, and is a critical component of a well-balanced nutrition regimen. But how do you get enough protein if you don't eat meat? In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss the role of protein in the body, and foods to consume to achieve optimal intake without consuming meat.
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| 8. Does metabolism slow with age? | 16 May 2022 | 00:15:28 | |
Do you remember a time when you could seemingly eat anything you wanted and not gain weight? Do you also remember the time it seemingly changed dramatically—whether that was in your 20s, 30s, or 40s. “Your metabolism slowed” is what we were told, what we believed, and what we repeated to others. But is that what really happened? In this episode, Mark looks at a new study that sheds light on human metabolism over a lifespan, and the surprising reality of how our metabolism changes over time.
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| 7. How much sugar in a day is too much? | 09 May 2022 | 00:22:15 | |
As a parent, it can be hard to know how much sugar is too much for children to consume on a daily basis. In this episode, Danielle looks at how much sugar—specifically added sugar—is considered too much in a day, and gives some practical strategies to continue enjoying favorite foods while being mindful of sugar intake.
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| 6. How do I increase my metabolism with nutrition? | 02 May 2022 | 00:25:15 | |
There is no shortage of claims floating around about what you can do to increase your metabolism. So much so that it can be difficult to know which are true and which are simply marketing. In this episode, Mark gives you seven evidence-based ways to increase your metabolism with nutrition. (Citations below)
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| 5. What do I do about my child's picky eating? | 25 Apr 2022 | 00:23:17 | |
Are you the parent of a picky eater? Are you worried your child isn't getting proper nutrition, and frustrated by their unwillingness to eat certain foods? In this episode, Danielle walks through practical strategies to help you and your child through this time in your lives.
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| 4. What are some nutrition tips for a very active child? | 18 Apr 2022 | 00:24:53 | |
Are you the parent of a highly active child? Or are you a highly active adult yourself? In this episode, we'll give you practical nutritional strategies to help optimize performance before and after activity.
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| 102. BITE-SIZED: Eating Distracted Increases Food Intake | 08 Mar 2025 | 00:06:59 | |
In the first installment of our new series, BITE-SIZED, Mark discusses a brand new study investigating distracted eating... and the surprising finding the study revealed.
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| 3. Which foods provide the best nutrition? | 11 Apr 2022 | 00:18:54 | |
Curious which foods provide the best nutritional value? Looking for some easy breakfast options to support your health goals? This is the episode for you. We discuss these topics and more and give you some free resources to help eat your way to improved health.
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| 2. What's the deal with intermittent fasting? | 07 Apr 2022 | 00:25:57 | |
If you've been anywhere near nutrition conversations as of late, you've probably heard about intermittent fasting (I.F.). So what's the deal with I.F.? Are there health benefits? Are there any downsides? Mark and Danielle discuss this hot topic and give you clear take-aways and considerations if you're curious about I.F. in relation to your health goals.
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| 1. Welcome to the Imago Nutrition Podcast! | 29 Mar 2022 | 00:29:57 | |
In our very first episode, Mark and Danielle discuss family meal planning that supports healthy adult weight loss while at the same time encouraging smart nutrition choices for kids. We cover dieting, mindful eating, nutrient-dense foods, energy balance, and more.
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| 101. Top Tips to Make Tracking Nutrition Painless | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:40:39 | |
Tracking your nutrition can be an efficient tool to help you achieve an array of health goals. In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss different goals, how to overcome obstacles, and give you practical tips to help make tracking your nutrition painless.
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| 100. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Ideas (using the 4 Pillars of Nutrition) | 13 Jan 2025 | 00:24:43 | |
In our 100th episode (YAY!) we revisit the 4 Pillars of Nutrition and give you breakfast, lunch, and dinner ideas to help fulfill your—and your family's—family's core nutritional needs while fueling positive long-term health outcomes by preferring a greater array of nutrient-dense foods.
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| 99. Help! I can't control myself around sweets | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:31:25 | |
If you feel like sweets are your weak spot, this is the episode for you. Danielle and Mark discuss practical strategies and scientific insights to help you balance purpose and pleasure with sweets and desserts.
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| 98. Is eating healthy less convenient than eating unhealthy? | 30 Dec 2024 | 00:38:57 | |
Do you want to eat healthier but find it to be less convenient? For many people, the idea of eating "healthy" seems less convenient than less healthy options. In this episode, Danielle and Mark examine the myth that eating healthy is less convenient than eating unhealthy and discuss four common scenarios to show you how eating healthy can be just as convenient as eating healthy.
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| 97. Ten Questions to Ask Before Starting a Weight Loss Program | 20 Dec 2024 | 00:44:40 | |
Are you thinking about starting a weight loss program? Have you tried losing weight before but struggled to maintain your results? In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss 10 questions you should consider before you begin to help ensure your long-term success.
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| 96. Is this food mindset holding you back? | 16 Sep 2024 | 00:31:29 | |
Do you find yourself consistently trying to make progress toward your health goals with nutrition, but constantly "falling off" your plans? In this episode, Danielle and Mark discuss a specific food mindset that holds many people back from making real, sustainable progress toward their health goals, and give you a 5-step framework to overcome it.
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| 95. How to Overcome Emotional Eating | 09 Sep 2024 | 00:53:11 | |
Do you struggle with eating when you're in a heightened emotional state? In this episode, Mark and Danielle give you a 5-step framework for overcoming emotional eating, complete with practical strategies for specific emotions that may contribute to your emotional eating.
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| 94. How Nutrition Can Improve Your Mental Health | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:28:06 | |
The foods we consume can significantly influence our mood, thoughts, emotions, and even our ability to manage stress. In this episode, Danielle explores how your food choices affect your brain, your gut and more, and shares a simple, practical nutrition strategy to enhance your mental health.
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| 111. Ten Questions to Ask Before Losing Weight | 23 Dec 2025 | 00:21:55 | |
If you're planning to lose weight in the New Year, this episode is for you. In it, Mark gives you ten questions you should ask yourself before you begin, along with insights as to why these questions are so important for creating healthy, sustainable results.
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| 93. How to Build Better Nutrition Habits Using the 4 Laws of Behavior Change | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:49:58 | |
Do you find yourself wanting to eat healthier or in line with your goals, but consistently unsuccessful at doing so long-term? In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss the 4 Laws of Behavior Change, and how you can practically begin to build sustainable habits that align with your health goals.
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| 92. Three Back-to-School Meal Planning Tips (from a Dietitian and Mom) | 12 Aug 2024 | 00:39:52 | |
As you start a new school year, you might be thinking about after-school activities, family dinners, and how to juggle it all with minimal stress. Feeding your kids nutritious meals is crucial for their growth and development, helping them build healthy habits for the future, and supporting their success in the classroom and on the sports field – not to mention their mental well-being.
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| 91. A Nutrition Strategy You Need | 29 Jul 2024 | 00:11:33 | |
Are you looking for a nutrition strategy that is easy and can help you shop and feed your family? By incorporating this strategy, you will find that you feel more satisfied after meals and that your children are able to stay full for longer periods of time. Additionally, this approach can help you meet an important nutrition goal.
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| 90. How do I lose weight with an underactive thyroid? | 22 Jul 2024 | 00:46:34 | |
Many people with an underactive thyroid struggle to bring their body weight within a healthy range. In this episode, Mark discusses new scientific insights into the reality of what it means to have an underactive thyroid, and gives step-by-step guidance to create a sustainable weight loss plan for those with an underactive thyroid or hypothyroidism—without restrictive dieting.
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| 89. How to Live in Harmony with Your Food Choices | 15 Jul 2024 | 00:11:37 | |
It's amazing how many decisions we make about food on a daily basis. What should we have for dinner? Is that food safe to eat? Where do I buy fruit for the week? In this episode, Danielle discusses six things to focus on in order to calm the noise surrounding food choices.
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| 88. Understanding and Preventing Insulin Resistance | 08 Jul 2024 | 00:27:21 | |
We are hearing more and more about insulin resistance. In this episode, Danielle and Mark discuss what insulin resistance is; some myths about insulin resistance; what we know about the causes of insulin resistance; and what you can do to prevent insulin resistance.
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| 87. How to Feed Your Gut for a Healthy Brain and Body | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:23:54 | |
Eating fruits and vegetables is important, but consuming a wide variety of plant-based foods is even more crucial. Join us to learn about the connection between the gut and brain, and its implications for your health. Danielle will be discussing the American Gut project and how to feed your gut for your brain and body to flourish. This episode will revolutionize the way you approach grocery shopping and meal planning.
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| 86. A Surprising Statistic and What it Means for You | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:14:40 | |
Have you been on the fence about getting help with your nutrition? Perhaps you're interested in improving your eating habits but don't think nutrition coaching is right for you. In this episode, Danielle discusses how we can provide you with practical tips and strategies to boost your health without the need for in-depth consultation, and what we offer individual and families on your journey to well-being!
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| 85. Four Ways to Help Your Child Overcome Picky Eating | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:22:04 | |
Are you the parent of a picky eater? In this episode, Danielle discusses four strategies to help minimize the picky eating phase of a child's upbringing and development.
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| 84. Should I account for exercise when counting calories? | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:17:23 | |
If you track your nutrition and fitness, you may be wondering if you should be adjusting your daily calorie intake to account for exercise. In this episode, Mark discusses his thoughts and the advice he gives nutrition clients on this topic.
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| 110. Does Holiday Stress Cause Weight Gain? | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:23:00 | |
The holidays are a stressful time of year for many people. In this episode, Danielle and Mark discuss the role of stress in holiday weight gain and equip you to respond with simple strategies to prioritize your health during this season.
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| 83. Should I eat full-fat or low-fat dairy? | 11 Mar 2024 | 00:13:48 | |
When it comes to choosing dairy, should you choose full-fat or low-fat options? In this episode, Danielle and Mark discuss the benefits of dairy, and some considerations for choosing between full-fat and low-fat versions of common dairy products.
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| 82. Nutrition and Fitness Q&A with High School Students | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:50:24 | |
Mark recently spoke to two high school health classes, in which the students asked a series of nutrition and fitness questions. In this episode, Mark shares the 35 questions asked and gives you the practical answers he gave the students.
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| 81. Better Understanding Obesity in Children (and Adults) | 26 Feb 2024 | 00:50:11 | |
Obesity is a complex condition with many considerations, for both adults and children. In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss a recent seminar from The American Academy of Pediatrics, and identify key insights from the presentation and distill them into practical strategies to help you focus on what you can control.
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| 80. How to Prioritize Cooking and Sharing More Family Meals | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:19:15 | |
The benefits of cooking and sharing family meals are profound. In this episode, Danielle will give you the encouragement you need and some practical advice for prioritizing cooking family meals, which has a profound impact on your family's health and wellness.
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| 79. Help! My kids constantly ask for snacks. | 12 Feb 2024 | 00:24:34 | |
Are you exhausted by your child's frequent requests for snacks? Do you wish your child had the same enthusiasm for meals and they do for snacks? In this episode, Danielle looks at reasons your child may frequently ask for snacks, and gives practical tips and considerations for feeding your children appropriately throughout the day.
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| 78. How to Encourage Food Variety with a Picky Eater | 06 Feb 2024 | 00:25:29 | |
Is your child a picky eater? In this episode, Danielle discusses ways you can be considerate of your child's food preferences while still encouraging variety.
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| 77. 24 Nutrition Myths That Need to Die in 2024 | 08 Jan 2024 | 00:33:32 | |
If you're confused by all the conflicting nutrition claims swirling around social media these days, you're not alone. In this episode, Mark looks at 24 myths and gives a quick response about the reality of the claims... all in an effort to give you more peace of mind about your nutrition decisions.
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| 76. How to Lose Weight Without Dieting | 01 Jan 2024 | 00:39:00 | |
It's January 1st! And for many, it's the start of another attempt to better their health by losing weight. But what will make this year different from years past? In this episode, Mark will help shift your mindset and use a 3-step process to lose weight without dieting.
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| 75. Should I prioritize cooking? If so, where do I start? | 18 Dec 2023 | 00:30:58 | |
Do you wonder if you should—or struggle to—prioritize cooking for yourself and your family? Do you want to cook more but feel discouraged and don't know where to start? If so, this is going to be a helpful episode for you as Danielle practical guidance on why you should prioritize cooking more and how to do so for you and your family's health.
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| 74. How to Prevent Diabetes | 04 Dec 2023 | 00:23:02 | |
If you have diabetes; a family history of diabetes; know someone who struggles with diabetes; or wonder if you're you're at risk for developing diabetes or prediabetes, this episode is for you. Danielle Glesne is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and gives you helpful tools and resources to help manage or prevent diabetes.
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| 109. HELP! There's Halloween candy everywhere! | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:20:14 | |
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the Halloween candy in your house? Are you nervous you will mindlessly eat too much? Maybe you don't know how to address the overwhelming amount with your kids to foster a positive relationship. In this episode, Danielle gives you three things to focus on and dive deeper into to learn how you can manage in a healthy and joyful way.
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| 73. How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain | 27 Nov 2023 | 00:36:23 | |
Do you want to enjoy the holidays without gaining weight? Research concludes 50-90% of the weight adults gain in a given year happens in the 6-week window between the end of November and the first week of January—aka "The Holidays." In this episode, Mark gives you 10 practical tips to help you enjoy the holiday season without gaining additional weight.
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| 72. Tips for Feeding Baby from a Registered Dietitian and Mom | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:26:25 | |
Do you—or someone you know—have a baby, and have questions about feeding baby after breastfeeding or formula? In this episode, Danielle gives a wealth of practical considerations for moms and parents in general as they begin to introduce baby to various foods.
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