In this episode, we discuss how many grifters and misinformation spreaders use logically fallacies to make their cases. We discuss the different types of fallacies we see used in nutrition marketing, so you can better equip yourself to spot the...

In this episode, we discuss a newly published study that shows that consuming ultra-processed food caused more weight gain when compared to unprocessed food. However, we discuss the conditions of this study (spoiler - it's not that simple), and...

What do you get when you cross an insurance salesman turned media "biohacker" with a (we think) college dropout turned "functional expert"? A 1.5 hour mess of ridiculous claims and "health" advice that would run you a cool 100K at the least. Th...

Not to be confused with the mental health resource "Better Help", Betr Health is a 30-day "definitely not a diet" nutrition program that can be covered by some insurances. Is this quasi-elimination diet one that we would recommend just because ...

We've talked about a lot of snake oil salespeople on this podcast. We take today to rank the top 10 nutrition grifter personalities we have talked about on this show already. Do you think we missed someone? Do you agree with our list?

Dr. Casey Means has really made the podcast rounds lately, discussing how every additional Doritos you put in your mouth makes you 18% closer to death, and how ALL diseases can be cured by a good nights sleep. While yes, that last sentence is a...

In today's episode we discuss why we think there are so many influencers running around eating sticks of butter, claiming it is a health food, and demonizing unsaturated fats like oils. They claim there are no randomized control trials that sho...

Because of some research linking Alzheimer's disease to both sugar intake and Type 2 Diabetes, some people have been calling this neurodegenerative brain condition "Type 3 Diabetes". Based on the evidence we have, should dementia and/or Alzheim...

After touching on the FDA's ban on Red Dye 3, we discuss a chiropractor from Colorado already making our 2025 diet predictions come true: diets  focused on the thyroid. According to Dr. Heather Stone, fruit and tap water is the most toxic ...

Happy New Year, and welcome to the dreaded time of year where the scams are extra scammy and the diet are extra low calorie. We start off this year with our predictions of what diet and supplement trends we are going to see this year, as well a...

Happy holidays! This will be our last public episode until the new year! If you want more RDs vs BS content and episodes, check us out at patreon.com/RDSvsBSpodcastJoin our Patreon: patreon.com/rdsvsbspodcastCheck out o...

Dr Oz, who once said he "uses a different standard of evidence than the medical consensus" to make medical decisions (aka he loves to cherry pick evidence that supports what he wants to do) is now appointed to be in charge of CMS, Centers for M...

Thanks to decades of fear mongering... RFK Jr, renegade anti-vaxxer and anti seed oil-er, will likely be in charge of all health departments in the US! His first order of business - remove fluoride from drinking water! Does the evidence support...

Due to recording scheduling issues, we are re-releasing one of our earliest episodes that is now exclusive to our Patreon audience. We talk about the popular trend of fasting: is it really the secret to a long life, or are those claims BS?<...

On today's episode, we deep dive all of the active ingredients in popular energy drinks. What are the additives, what do they do, and do they pose any health concerns?A reminder that we now post to this public feed once every two weeks....

If you're online, you've probably been bombarded with ads for Hims and Hers products. This company touts anything from weight loss to hair growth to sexual wellness. We take a look at the product offerings, and our overall thoughts on things re...

If you want to lose weight, did you know all you need is $5000 for a brain scan, hundreds of dollars for supplements... and that's it? In this episode, we discuss psychiatrist to the stars Dr. Amen and dietary and weight loss advice. He's been ...

We are BACK! After our summer break, we are back, today to discuss digestive enzymes and digestive enzyme supplements: what are they, who can they help, and should we all be taking them? Our BS PS covers the controversy with Spring Awesome's Aw...

Oprah is an undisputed icon, and celebrated philanthropist.. and unfortunately, also, one of the biggest pushers of diet culture. Today we discuss her recent "turn around" on this topic... but did she really turn this discussion around? Our BS ...

Jokingly a few weeks ago, we said "next thing you know, there will be a diet based on your zodiac sign". Lo and behold, not only is there one zodiac diet, there are MANY zodiac diets... and they all contradict each other. Our BS PS is a Patreon...

There are five communities in the world that are deemed "Blue Zones". These communities have the longest living, healthiest humans. What, if anything, can we take away from the diet and lifestyle of these zones?Join our Patreon: patreon...

Another day, another episode on Dr. Gundry. Are grapes the same "toxic" food as a Hershey's candy bar (hey, he said it, not us, we're not calling Hershey's toxic). Should all lectin containing foods (aka most plant food) be avoided? Can his die...

Do you need to buy a $40 bottle of gelled sea moss for health? What about a $20 8oz bottle of camels milk? Today we discuss the health food chain Erewhon and some of the crazier products sold there. Join our Patreon: patreon.com/rd...

Nitrates: used for heart medication, a popular endurance supplement, and a demonized additive for lunch meat. What is the deal with this compound, and are there any dangers in adding it to our food? We also take a look at some recent long term ...

Due to some unforeseen recording issues, we are re-releasing one of our earliest episodes to our newer listeners! There's a lot of hype about the benefits of apple cider vinegar and ACV gummies, but what does the evidence have to say?Jo...