Dishing Up Nutrition

Ever wonder what to do after a round of antibiotics wrecks your gut? In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, Leah, a registered dietitian with Nutritional Weight & Wellness, explains how to restore balance in your gut microbiome after antibiotics—starting during the prescription and continuing after. Learn which probiotics help, how food can support healing, what to avoid (hint: sugar), and why gut TLC matters more than ever.

Are you constantly reaching for that morning coffee? Wondering if your caffeine habit is helping or hurting you? Whether you're a coffee lover, struggling with caffeine addiction, or simply curious about how caffeine impacts your body, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Learn how to break free from caffeine dependency and find more sustainable ways to energize your day.

Are sugar alcohols actually healthy? In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, Leah breaks down what sugar alcohols are, how they affect digestion, and whether they really belong in a real food diet. If you’re wondering about ingredients like xylitol or erythritol—or just trying to make smarter sweetener choices—this one’s for you!

Join us for part 2 of our special Dishing Up Nutrition series about the connection between nutrition and menstrual health! In this episode, registered dietitians Leah and Teresa discuss evidence-based approaches for endometriosis, PCOS, and PMS. Learn how real food nutrition can reduce inflammation, balance blood sugar, and support hormone metabolism. They share practical dietary strategies, supplement recommendations, and success stories to help women find relief from menstrual cycle symptoms.

In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition's "Ask a Nutritionist" segment, licensed dietitian Brandy Buro offers comprehensive advice on preventing and managing kidney stones through nutrition. Whether you've experienced painful kidney stones in the past or want to avoid them in the future, this episode provides practical, evidence-based strategies to protect your kidney health.