#535: Is This Meta-analysis Good or Bad? – How to Critique Nutrition Studies
To many, meta-analyses are seen as a research tool that is often regarded as the pinnacle of evidence in nutrition science. But is this accurate? What exactly makes a meta-analysis reliable or flawed?...
10 Sep 20241h 19min
#534: Are Plant-Based Meat Alternatives Healthy? – Matthew Nagra, ND
The debate between animal-based and plant-based meat alternatives (PBMAs) has garnered significant attention, especially concerning their impact on cardiovascular health. As PBMAs become increasingly ...
3 Sep 202446min
Timing of Eating: Energetic Hypothesis (SNP32)
In the ongoing exploration of weight loss strategies, the timing of food intake has emerged as a fascinating area of study. While traditional advice often focuses on what we eat, growing evidence sugg...
27 Aug 202411min
#533: Making Sense of Omega-3 Supplement Trials – Prof. JoAnn Manson, MD, DrPH
The impact of omega-3 fatty acids on chronic disease risk has been a topic of considerable interest and research. The VITAL trial, which assessed the effects of vitamin D and omega-3 supplements on va...
20 Aug 202451min
#532: Dietary Fat: Evidence vs. Misinformation – Alice Lichtenstein, DSc
In the realm of nutrition science, few topics have sparked as much debate and evolution in understanding as the impact of dietary fat on cardiovascular health. Dr. Alice Lichtenstein, a renowned exper...
13 Aug 202449min
#531: Correlation, Causation & Cliché
In the realm of nutrition science and health, understanding the intricate relationship between various factors and health outcomes is crucial yet challenging. How do we determine whether a specific nu...
6 Aug 20241h 1min
What is Regression to the Mean? (SNP31)
Regression to the Mean (RTM) is a statistical phenomenon where extreme values on one measurement tend to move closer to the average on subsequent measurements due to natural variability. In this Premi...
30 Jul 20248min
#530: Evidence-based Strategies for Learning & Skill Acquisition – Scott Young
The concept of "learning how to learn" focuses on meta-learning, which involves improving one's own learning strategies. Instead of just absorbing information, meta-learners refine the skills that mak...
23 Jul 202455min
