Best Colleen Sloan Pa C Rdn Podcasts (2024)

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62: Summer Shorts | Are Bovine Colostrum Supplements Worth It? 6:52

21h ago6:52

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Send Colleen a Text Message Colostrum supplements are gaining popularity, but are they worth it? Welcome to Exam Room Nutrition's Summer Shorts - bite-sized nutrition science delivered in less 15 minutes, so you can stay sharp without sacrificing those summer barbecues. Grab your sunglasses and sunscreen, because today Colleen unpacks the science b…

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61: Summer Shorts | Is Deli Meat Bad For Me? 7:37

8d ago7:37

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Send Colleen a Text Message Welcome to the first episode of Exam Room Nutrition's Summer Shorts - bite-sized nutrition science delivered in less 15 minutes, so you can stay sharp without sacrificing those summer barbecues. Grab your sunglasses and sunscreen, because today Colleen unpacks the science behind a summertime staple - deli meat! Is deli m…

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60 | Nutrition for Surgical Wound Healing 34:35

15d ago34:35

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Send Colleen a Text Message The impact of nutrition on wound healing cannot be overstated. The outcomes of a surgery are directly related to your patient's nutrition status prior to and after surgery. My guest and fellow Dietitian and PA, Erin Sherer, helps us understand the crucial role of nutrition and how we can help our patients on their road t…

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59 | Interpreting Growth Charts to Address Pediatric Weight Concerns 29:54

22d ago29:54

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Send Colleen a Text Message Get the FREE guide to interpreting Growth Charts here: In this episode, we dive deep into the world of pediatric growth charts with Kat, the Failure to Thrive Dietitian. We explore how to effectively use growth charts, identify red flags, and provide sensitive and practical advice to families dealing with underweight and…

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58 | Infant Formula: A Clinician's Guide to Choosing the Right One 45:48

29d ago45:48

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Send Colleen a Text Message Have you ever been in the formula room in your clinic? Do you ever feel like it's a sea of names and, if you're being honest, you have no idea what you're looking at? I completely understand. When I first started in pediatrics, I felt the same way. On today's episode, we are simplifying the world of infant formulas. You'…

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57 | Ask the Dietitian: Cancer Survivorship and Nutrition 37:48

1M ago37:48

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Send Colleen a Text Message This is part 2 of Ask the Dietitian: Cancer Nutrition. Today we welcome back Oncology PA, Dane Thomas and oncology Dietitian, Julie Lanford who continue the conversation about the crucial role of nutrition in cancer treatment and survivorship. As more individuals live beyond a cancer diagnosis, the importance of dietary …

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56 | Ask the Dietitian: Cancer Nutrition Strategies 42:15

1M ago42:15

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Send Colleen a Text Message Welcome to a new format that I'll be bringing to the podcast occasionally. I call it, Ask the Dietitian, where I feature 2 guests. One is a medical professional with nutrition questions and the other is a Registered Dietitian ready to provide answers. Today's conversation is between Oncology PA Dane Thomas and oncology D…

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55 | Celiac Disease and the Gluten-Free Diet 27:24

1M ago27:24

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Send Colleen a Text Message A gluten-free diet is the definitive treatment for patients with celiac disease, but it's not so easy to follow. Patients might ask you, "What foods can I eat?", "What can't I eat?", "Will a breadcrumb harm me?", "Do I have to eat like this forever?", "Should I take any vitamins?" Today I'm joined by Selena Devries, a Re…

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54 | Infant Reflux Relief: Advice for Anxious Parents 22:47

2M ago22:47

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Send Colleen a Text Message "My baby spits up a lot!" What the mom is actually saying to you as the clinician: "I'm really worried! Is something wrong with her?" and what the dad is saying, "Please, make it stop. I'm sick of being covered in vomit." Infant reflux is one of the most common concerns during routine well checks. Today I'm joined by Reg…

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53 | Gather 'Round: How to Make Family Meals Doable for Busy Parents With Picky Kids 30:47

2M ago30:47

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Send Colleen a Text Message Let's be real - getting a meal on the table after a long work day is so tough. Juggling an infant and a wiggly picky toddler makes the mealtime experience exhausting. But yet, study after study proves family meals are crucial to children's mental, physical and emotional heath. In today's episode, we're joined by Register…

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52 | Fatty Liver Disease: The Role of Fats, Carbs and Cleanses 32:14

2M ago32:14

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Send Colleen a Text Message Do you think carbohydrates or dietary fat affect the liver more? Are there any liver superfoods that support liver function? Should patients do a liver cleanse? These are real questions patients ask when diagnosed with fatty liver. I'm joined by fellow PA/RD, Cassidy Mccandless, to breakdown the nutrition facts for fatty…

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51 | The 5-Minute Rule - A Provider's Guide to Helping Patients Lose Weight: Part 8 8:49

2M ago8:49

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Send Colleen a Text Message Dealing with unmotivated patients can be one of the most challenging aspects of our work as healthcare providers. For today’s episode, I’m going to challenge this thought: are our patients unmotivated or are they just having a hard time getting started? Changing habits is HARD. Change takes time, patience, and persistenc…

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50 | What Does A Dietitian Do, Anyway? 36:18

2M ago36:18

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Send Colleen a Text Message What is a Registered Dietitian and what do they do? Maybe when you think of a dietitian you think of the food police, spoiling all the fun. Or maybe you imagine a lady wearing a hair net serving hospital cafeteria food. Or maybe you think they'll just put your patient on a diet and hand them a meal plan. Can we even trus…

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49 | The Biggest Cancer Nutrition Myths 36:32

3M ago36:32

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Send Colleen a Text Message Eating a healthy diet and maintaining a healthy weight are key to reducing cancer risk. However, when patients are faced with a recent cancer diagnosis or are undergoing cancer treatment, they are looking for answers. With over 1.9 million new cancer cases in 2023, the chances that you will care for a patient with cancer…

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48 | Infant Gagging, Food Aversions and Diagnosing a Pediatric Feeding Disorder 31:34

3M ago31:34

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Send Colleen a Text Message More than 1 in 37 children under age 5 in the United States have a pediatric feeding disorder. Today, I'm joined by Bri, a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist and Certified Lactation Counselor, to explore the common feeding challenges families face. We'll discuss the four domains of a pediatric feeding disorder and how…

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47 | Nutrition and Infertility: Is Your Diagnosis Wrong? 23:55

3M ago23:55

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Send Colleen a Text Message One in six couples struggle with fertility challenges. While determining the cause for infertility can be challenging, making the right diagnosis is crucial for proper treatment. Chelsea Dishong, a Registered Dietitian with both professional expertise and personal experience, joins us to explain the role of nutrition in …

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46 | Food Play: The Secret Solution to Picky Eating 32:29

3M ago32:29

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Send Colleen a Text Message "Oh by the way, he's really picky. What do I do?" Does your heart sink when you hear this question? If we're being honest, does it make you want to roll your eyes? Navigating picky eating is a massive topic and is such a challenge in the pediatric world. In this episode, pediatric nutrition experts Colleen and Amber equi…

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45 | A Mindset Shift for Overcoming Dieting Failures - A Provider's Guide to Helping Patient's Lose Weight: Part 7 13:30

3M ago13:30

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Send Colleen a Text Message I believe that for every setback there is an opportunity for both our patients and us to grow stronger and be more capable in the future. In today’s episode, we'll explore why diets fail and how we can help the patient refocus their mindset to learn that failures are an opportunity for growth. I’ll give you 10 ways to sh…

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44 | Bounce-back Culture: The Truth About Postpartum Nutrition 26:05

4M ago26:05

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Send Colleen a Text Message I’d argue that postpartum is one of the most emotionally and physically challenging times in a woman’s life. In this episode, we're joined by special guest, The Postpartum Dietitian, Taylor Leon, to tackle common myths surrounding post-baby body expectations and strategies to combat the pervasive "bounce-back" culture. W…

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43 | Nutrition and Kidney Disease: What's a Renal Diet? 22:27

4M ago22:27

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Send Colleen a Text Message Does the topic of nephrology and kidney function give you PTSD? For most of us in primary care, nephrology probably wasn’t your strong point in school. And even now in practice, if we’re being honest, we cringe if a patient asks us about a renal diet. What is a renal diet anyway? Is it the same as a kidney diet or a dial…

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42 | 7 Traps of Goal-Setting and How to Avoid Them - A Provider's Guide to Helping Patient's Lose Weight: Part 6 18:56

4M ago18:56

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Send Colleen a Text Message Help me make this podcast better. If you've got 30 seconds to answer 5 questions, you could win a $10 Amazon gift card . According to James Clear, "bad habits repeat themselves again and again not because you don't want to change, but because you have the wrong system for change." Today's episode will: Teach you how to g…

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41 | Silent Battles: The Secret Struggle of Eating Disorders 39:49

4M ago39:49

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Send Colleen a Text Message “I realized the thing I was doing was going to be taken from me, and I felt out of control.” In this inspiring episode, we peak into the world of eating disorders, discovering the silent battles fought by patients behind closed doors. Hear of a brave young woman’s touching story of silence and secrecy to restoration and …

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40 | Nutrition for Autism: Manage Mealtime Meltdowns with a Sensory-based Approach 29:04

4M ago29:04

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Send Colleen a Text Message 1 in 36 children have autism. If you work in pediatrics, I can guarantee that you are faced with questions about selective eating and mealtime meltdowns. For today's episode, I brought the expert in feeding neurodivergent kids back on the podcast. Breta Alstrom provides useful strategies to help even the most cautious ea…

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39 | What Diet Should I Go On? - A Provider's Guide to Helping Patients Lose Weight: Part 5 17:25

4M ago17:25

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Send Colleen a Text Message What diet should I go on? Have your patients ever asked you this? As with most questions about nutrition, the answer, truly depends. Join me, Colleen Sloan, on the fifth episode of this 10-part series where I provide a review of the most common diets for weight loss. I'll help you determine which one would be appropriate…

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38 | Love Your Heart: Nutrition Insights That Save Lives 29:04

5M ago29:04

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Send Colleen a Text Message In honor of American Heart Month, I am joined by Registered Dietitian, Michelle Rothenstein, to share invaluable insights and practical tips for healthcare providers to support patients with cardiovascular disease. From deciphering cholesterol levels to navigating popular diets like keto and carnivore, Michelle breaks do…

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37 | From Yuck to Yum! Strategies to Conquer Picky Eating 37:16

5M ago37:16

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Send Colleen a Text Message Do parents ask you for advice for their picky eater? Do your patients say "yuck, I don't like that" when you suggest they try some broccoli? How would you answer a mom who says, "my child only eats 10 foods, what do I do?" In this episode, Registered Dietitian, Veronica LaMarca, joins Colleen to discuss practical solutio…

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36 | How to Calculate and Count Macros - A Provider's Guide to Helping Patients Lose Weight: Part 4 24:20

5M ago24:20

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Send Colleen a Text Message So what does it mean to count your macros? Is it necessary for fat loss? This week we’re unpacking what macronutrients are, their functions in the body and how to calculate them for your patient. Join me, Colleen Sloan, on the fourth episode of this 10-part series to help guide your patients on their weight loss journey.…

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35 | Game On! Nutrition Tips for Athletes 37:27

5M ago37:27

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Send Colleen a Text Message If you work with young athletes, this episode is for you! I'm joined by sports dietitian, Jessica Ashton, RD, to help you know exactly what your athlete should eat before, during, and after exercise and how to nurture healthy habits that ensure a lifetime of peak performance. Key Points: Understand Macronutrients: Learn …

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34 | Migraine Management: Finding Relief with Food 31:06

5M ago31:06

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Send Colleen a Text Message Is there a migraine-friendly diet? Does sugar trigger migraines? Are there any vitamins that treat migraines? How much water should I be drinking? With at least 39 million Americans living with migraines, your patients are sure to seek your help finding relief. Joining me today is The Migraine Dietitian Kelli Yates, to u…

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33 | End Emotional Eating - A Provider's Guide to Helping Patients Lose Weight: Part 3 17:14

5M ago17:14

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Send Colleen a Text Message It's not just about what your patient eats, but why. This week we’re unpacking ways you can help your patient navigate stress and emotional triggers that derail their health journey. Join me, Colleen Sloan, on the third episode of this 10-part series to help guide your patients on their weight loss journey. If you're a p…

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32 | How to Read a Nutrition Facts Label - with a Focus on Kidney Health 26:49

5M ago26:49

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Send Colleen a Text Message Have you ever stared blankly at a nutrition facts label wondering what it all means? Or maybe your patient has asked you what they should look for on a food label? The nutrition facts label is an extremely useful tool for clinicians to use to educate their patients on making the best food choices. It is especially useful…

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31 | Beyond BMI - A Provider's Guide to Helping Patients Lose Weight: Part 2 13:20

6M ago13:20

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Send Colleen a Text Message Are you still relying on BMI as the end-all-be-all of health indicators? Let's unravel why it's time to break up with this outdated metric. Join me, Colleen Sloan, on the second episode of this 10-part series to help guide your patients on their weight loss journey. If you're a primary care provider looking to enhance yo…

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30 | Sugar, Dyes and ADHD: Sifting Through the Science 25:40

6M ago25:40

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Send Colleen a Text Message 6 million children living in the US have been diagnosed with ADHD. Many parents want to know if there is any treatment outside of medication and behavior therapy. As a provider, you may be wondering, "is there an ADHD diet I should put them on?" "Should they cut out all sugary foods?" This episode will give you the nutri…

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29 | Ask This Before Going on a Diet - A Provider's Guide to Helping Patients Lose Weight: Part 1 7:49

6M ago7:49

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Send Colleen a Text Message This is the first of a 10-part series in which Colleen will equip you with the tools you need to guide your patients to achieve their weight and health goals in 2024. If you're unsure how to help your patients who ask, "how do I lose weight?", this series is a must-listen! Throughout this series, Colleen shares invaluabl…

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28 | One Family, One Meal: Fighting Prediabetes Together 20:39

6M ago20:39

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Send Colleen a Text Message In today's episode, we address the urgent link between childhood obesity and the looming threat of diabetes. Join host Colleen Sloan and esteemed guest Lucille Bessler, a seasoned Registered Dietitian, as they unpack the clinical pearls and practical strategies healthcare professionals need to reverse prediabetes and pre…

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27 | Weight Loss Secrets: A Dietitian's Top Tips 34:09

6M ago34:09

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Send Colleen a Text Message New Year, New You! There's no doubt your patients are seeking your advice on how to lose weight in 2024, so in today's episode we'll answer 5 of the most common questions around weight loss. Joining me today is Melissa Mitri, an experienced Registered Dietitian and expert in weight loss. Discover the truth behind fad die…

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26 | When Eating Hurts: A Dietitian's Journey with EoE 29:40

6M ago29:40

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Send Colleen a Text Message Join Colleen as we discuss the complexities of managing Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE) with Courtney Dunn, a fellow registered dietitian who not only specializes in this field but also faces the daily realities of the condition. Our discussion explains the different food elimination strategies and why identifying persona…

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25 | The ABCs of Feeding Picky Kids: Your Guide to Raising Good Eaters 33:59

7M ago33:59

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Send Colleen a Text Message Are mealtime battles with your picky eater driving your parents up the wall? I've got you! On today's episode, Colleen teams up with Kristen Smaldone to share the ABCs of winning over the littlest critics at your dinner table. Kristen, a pediatric Registered Dietitian, brings her kid-approved ABC method to the table, cra…

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24 | Happy Gut, Happy Life: Boost Gut Health with Nutrition 24:56

7M ago24:56

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Send Colleen a Text Message If your patient were to ask you, “what can I do to improve my gut health?” What would you say? Do you know how to improve their gut health naturally through nutrition? I am joined by Christa Smith, a Registered Dietitian, to unpack the strategies that are foundational to optimal gut health. What you'll learn: How to be a…

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23 | Just Take a Bite: How to Get Kids to Embrace Veggies 23:34

7M ago23:34

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Send Colleen a Text Message "My child won't eat any vegetables!" How many of your parents tell you that during a check up?! Parents feel like they're in a tug of war with their kids when it comes to veggies and they come to the pediatrician looking for answers. So today we're guiding you in the conversation about getting kids to eat their veggies. …

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22 | Journey through Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes: A Dietitian's Guide 31:01

7M ago31:01

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Send Colleen a Text Message Does the thought of managing pregnant patients with Type 1 Diabetes give you the chills? In this episode, Colleen is joined by Lemma Brown, a Registered Dietitian, mother of two, and type 1 diabetic herself, who shares her invaluable personal and professional insights to ensuring a healthy pregnancy . Lemma Brown is livi…

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21 | Beyond Antacids: Nutrition Strategies to Manage Heartburn 32:59

8M ago32:59

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Send Colleen a Text Message Join Colleen Sloan and Registered Dietitian Patricia Skolnik, as we unravel the mysteries of reflux, its triggers, and effective strategies to manage it. It is no longer appropriate to give your patient a list of 10-15 different foods they must avoid to manage their reflux. So how can we offer relief to our patients? In …

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20 | Tiny but Mighty: Nutrition for Premature Babies 20:13

8M ago20:13

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Send Colleen a Text Message Today's chat is extra special because we're diving into the tiny yet mighty world of premature infant nutrition. You know, those little warriors who steal our hearts and ignite our passion for giving them the healthiest start possible. We've got a rockstar guest in the house – Lauren Seaman, a registered dietitian and pr…

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19 | The Scoop on Poop: Managing Constipation in Kids 23:42

8M ago23:42

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Send Colleen a Text Message Do you work with children struggling with constipation? We've got answers. Join us for a riveting discussion with Emily Dollar, a certified registered nurse anesthetist and family nurse practitioner. Known as the "Enco Expert" on Instagram, Emily brings to the table a wealth of practical advice on tackling constipation i…

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18 | Nutrition for Busy Moms: Nourish Your Body, Boost Your Energy and Conquer Cravings 24:39

8M ago24:39

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Send Colleen a Text Message "An empty lantern provides no light. Self-care is the fuel that allows you to shine brightly." (author unknown) Where are all my mamas at!?! Juggling kids, schedules, meetings, laundry, pets and everything in between is no easy task. Where does nutrition and fueling your body fit in? In our latest episode, Colleen is joi…

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17 | Healing Hearts: A Clinician's Guide to the Cardiac Diet 24:17

9M ago24:17

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Send Colleen a Text Message Join Colleen and the heart dietitian, Kiran Campbell, as we unpack the basics of a heart-healthy diet. Having a cardiac event is life-changing, not only for the patient, but for their loved ones too. Telling the patient to "just follow a cardiac diet" is not helpful and doesn't lead to lasting changes that will protect t…

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16 | Baby's First Foods: Best Practices for Starting Solids 38:22

9M ago38:22

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Send Colleen a Text Message Do your patients ask you when and how to transition their baby to solid foods? Join Colleen as we navigate this exciting and often confusing journey with our guest, Jessica Penner, a registered dietitian with extensive experience in pediatric nutrition. Jessica breaks down the importance of defining what a "solid food" m…

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15 | Fueling Your Workout: Sports Nutrition Tips for Plant-based Eating 26:30

9M ago26:30

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Send Colleen a Text Message Join Colleen as she chats with Natalie Rizzo, leading sports dietitian and author of Planted Performance. Today's discussion gives you everything you need to know about sports nutrition and how to perform at your best on a plant-based diet. Whether you're an athlete, considering a plant-based diet, or a healthcare profes…

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14 | The Gut-Brain Connection: Nutrition Tips for Tackling Brain Fog 24:49

9M ago24:49

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Send Colleen a Text Message Join Colleen and Dr. Tiffany, a renowned functional nutrition practitioner, as they explore the telltale signs that a patient's diet may be impacting their mental health. You'll learn about foods that promote mental clarity, focus, weight and sex drive. We dive into the significance of eliminating junk food and sugar and…

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13 | Do's and Don'ts of Weight Conversations with Kids 32:47

9M ago32:47

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Send Colleen a Text Message Has the parent of your patient ever said, "What can I do to get him (patient) to lose weight?" Finding the right words to address weight concerns can be extremely challenging, but it's essential for you, as the clinician, to foster a healthy relationship with food and body image. Join Colleen and pediatric Registered Die…

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