Exam Room Nutrition: Where Busy Clinicians Learn About Nutrition
As a clinician, your patients are asking:
“What should I eat for diabetes?” “How do I lose weight?” “My child is so picky. What do I do?” But here’s the problem—you probably didn’t learn much about nutrition in school. The National Academy of Sciences recommends 25 hours of nutrition education for med students. Most of us? We got maybe 5.
Enter Exam Room Nutrition. Hosted by Colleen Sloan, a PA and RD with over a decade of experience, this podcast gives you clear, actionable strategies to tackle those tough nutrition questions with confidence—even when you’re pressed for time. From picky eaters to diabetes management, I’ll renew how you approach nutrition.
Episodes
128 episodes
123 | Carnivore. Omnivore… Nutrivore? How To Shift from Calorie Counting to Nutrient Density
Today’s episode will change how you think (and talk) about food. Instead of obsessing over calories or cutting carbs, what if we taught patients to focus on nutrient density?I’m joined by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, bestselling author...
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Episode 123
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27:14
Inside the Course | How to Reframe “Failure” in Obesity Care
What if your “noncompliant” patient isn’t failing… but the plan is?In this final episode of Sneak Peek Week, RD and behavior change expert Jeannie Boyer shares how to reframe plateaus, shift focus beyond the sca...
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Inside the Course | How to Manage Side Effects from Obesity Meds
Obesity medications can be powerful—but side effects often get in the way.In this episode of Sneak Peek Week, dietitian and weight loss expert Melissa Mitri shares practical, food-first strategies to help your patients manage na...
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4:51
Inside the Course | Behavior Change That Actually Works
Tired of giving advice that doesn’t stick?In this episode of Sneak Peek Week, you’ll hear from behavior change expert and registered dietitian Laura Kohler, who shares the one question every clinician should be asking when a pat...
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10:54
Inside the Course | How to Talk About Body Composition
Most clinicians were trained to track BMI—but when it comes to motivating real change, that number only tells part of the story.In this sneak peek from the Obesity Medicine Nutrition Course, dietitian and health psychologist Dr. Nina Cro...
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122 | How to Support Patients on Obesity Medications: A Short Course on Side Effects, Satiety & Supplements
Join The Obesity Medicine Nutrition Course! Enter code POD15 at checkout for 15% off!Anti-obesity medications are everywhere—but they also come with new challenges. From rapid weight...
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Episode 122
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29:21
121 | Move Over, Tobacco—Sugar’s the New Villain in Town
If your patient tells you they're avoiding fruit “because it has too much sugar,” this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.From viral posts claiming sugar is poison to influencers suggesting chocolate is healthier than grapes, nutriti...
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Episode 121
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38:01
120 | How ‘Healthy Eating’ Messaging Backfires—And What to Say Instead
That “picky eater” might not grow out of it. And that patient obsessed with “clean eating”? It might be something deeper.Today, we’re joined by eating disorder dietitian Johnna to challenge everything you thought you knew about disordere...
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Episode 120
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31:50
119 | When the Visit’s Over… But the Nutrition Questions Keep Coming
You’re walking out the door, wrapping up your visit, and then it happens— “...Oh, by the way, what do you think about ... ?” Sound familiar?In this episode, I’m joined by Alexandria Hardy, MS, RD, LDN, to tackle the rapid-fire n...
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Episode 119
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39:54
118 | Goat Milk-Based Infant Formula: The Science Behind This Clinically Backed Option
When formula shelves went empty in 2022, clinicians scrambled. Desperate parents, unfamiliar brands, and European imports raised more questions than answers. Since January 2024, one name kept coming up: Kabrita.Is goat milk-based formula...
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Episode 116
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31:54
117 | What’s the Best Diet to Lower Cholesterol?
Your patient says, “My neighbor’s on the carnivore diet and looks amazing. Should I try it?” Cue the internal panic. What do you actually say next?In this episode, Clinical Lipid Specialist Dr. Josh Wageman returns to unpack the...
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Episode 117
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36:55
116 | Total Gastrectomy at 31: Lessons from a Dietitian Who’s Been There
Ilana Kersch was 31, healthy, and working as a dietitian—then she was diagnosed with hereditary stomach cancer and told she needed a total gastrectomy.In this powerful episode, Ilana shares what it’s really like to live without a stomach...
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Episode 115
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31:43
115| Why RFK’s Med School Nutrition Mandate Sounds Good… But Isn’t
RFK Jr. wants to mandate nutrition education in every U.S. medical school—or else schools risk losing federal funding. On the surface, it sounds like a smart move. But as a Physician Assistant and Registered Dietitian, I’m here to tell...
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12:07
114 | Seed Oils 101: The Evidence Behind the Claims
If your patients are going through the social media rabbit holes about seed oils, you’re not alone. Claims like “pro-inflammatory” and “unhealthy,” are gaining traction—and showing up in the exam room. In this episode we tackle the seed oil con...
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Episode 114
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29:32
113 | Percentages Aren’t That Bad: How to Make Food Labels Less Confusing
Ever skip the food label convo because it feels too complicated—or let’s be honest, you’re short on time? In this episode, I’m sharing a few clips from this month’s Nutrition Grand Rounds that’ll help you decode the label and teach it ...
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Episode 113
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18:20
112 | Quick Nutrition Answers for the “One More Question” Patient
In this week’s episode we’re sharing bite-sized answers to the nutrition questions your patients love to throw at you—often at the very end of the visit. My guest, Nina, is a registered dietitian who specializes in weight management, and she’s ...
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Episode 112
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28:27
111 | HDL = Good, LDL = Bad? It’s Not That Simple.
You’ve probably said it a hundred times: HDL is the "good" cholesterol, LDL is the "bad" cholesterol.But what if that explanation is oversimplified—and leading patients (and providers) to miss hidden risks?In this episode, I sit d...
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Episode 111
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33:14
110 | Is it a lack of willpower—or a limiting belief?
You’ve probably heard it: “I love food too much,” or “I just can’t stick with anything.” These aren’t just excuses—they’re clues. And when we learn to spot them, we can uncover the deeper mindset blocks that keep patients from...
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31:33
109 | Is Pork More Nutritious Than You Think?
If you’ve ever told a patient to “choose chicken instead of pork,” this episode might surprise you.Kristen Hicks-Roof, PhD, RDN, joins us to unpack the nutritional profile of pork — including which cuts meet heart-healthy criteria, how i...
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Episode 109
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32:57
108 | What Kids Should Drink (and What to Skip): New Guidelines
Confused about what to tell parents when they ask, “Is oat milk okay?” or “How much juice is too much?” You’re not alone—it's confusing.In this episode, I’m joined by Megan Lott, MPH, RDN, Deputy Director of Healthy Eat...
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Episode 108
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42:28
107 | “I Saw It on TikTok…” A Guide to Nutrition Trends
Have you ever had a patient say, “I saw this thing on TikTok…”—and suddenly you’re on the spot, trying to weigh in on a wellness trend you’ve never even heard of?You’re not alone. And you’re not unqualified just because you don’t have an...
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Episode 107
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36:13
106 | Is That Detox Safe? Rethinking Detox Advice
Ever had a patient come in clutching a bottle of "detox tea," asking for your advice? Or heard, “I need to reset after a bad weekend—what detox should I do?” If you're nodding along, this episode is exactly what you need.Today, ...
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Episode 106
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34:04
105 | Eating for Endurance: Guide Your Patients to Race Day Success
Ever felt unsure how to support patients chasing the marathon dream—or maybe you're even training for one yourself? Whether they're seasoned runners or beginners just lacing up, this episode might be the inspiration (and information!) you've be...
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Episode 105
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36:36
104 | Why We Accept Body Diversity in Dogs but Not People
Ever wonder why we're quick to admire a Great Dane or a Chihuahua for their unique sizes, but struggle to extend that same appreciation to ourselves and our patients? Today, we're unraveling this curious contradiction.In this episode, I'...
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Episode 104
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34:30
103 | Toxic Superfoods: Are They Really Poisoning Us?
Are oxalates quietly damaging our health? Could common foods like spinach, almonds, and berries be the real culprits behind everything from kidney stones to joint pain and brain fog? That’s the claim in Toxic Superfoods by Sally Norton...
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Episode 103
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34:53