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Taste Buds Podcast

Taste Buds Podcast

By Taste Buds

Two registered dietitians (April and Kelsey) answer your burning nutrition questions and talk all things food, cooking, research and wellness. A taste of nutrition, from a couple of buds!
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#43 April Was Almost A Bartender

Taste Buds PodcastAug 28, 2023

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#43 April Was Almost A Bartender

#43 April Was Almost A Bartender

This week, we're following up with April's interview! She talks about past work opportunities, her stance on nutrition, and even some goals for the future!

If you want to work with April, schedule a discovery call at https://www.vetranonutrition.com/


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Aug 28, 202330:26
#42 Kelsey Sees Humans as Plants

#42 Kelsey Sees Humans as Plants

This week on the TBs Podcast April is interviewing her co-host Kelsey! Learn all about who Kelsey is, how she got to where she is now, her nutrition philosophy and much more🫶🏼


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Aug 21, 202325:41
#41 Snapcalorie: Our First Nutrition App Review

#41 Snapcalorie: Our First Nutrition App Review

This week, April and Kelsey are reviewing a new AI food-logging app called Snap Calorie. There are some mixed opinions, so you'll have to listen in to find out the verdict!


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Aug 14, 202320:43
#40 Client Questions

#40 Client Questions

This week, Kelsey brings some summer-themed client questions to the podcast to discuss! We're talking summer desserts, how to deal with long trips, and what to do at a BBQ! If you have any questions you'd like us to answer, reach out below!


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Jul 17, 202324:54
#39 Girl, Don't Mess with Eating Disorders

#39 Girl, Don't Mess with Eating Disorders

This week, April and Kelsey are talking about Brittany Dawn and the mistreatment of eating disorders by influencers.


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Jul 10, 202326:18
#38 Let's Talk About BMI

#38 Let's Talk About BMI

This week, April and Kelsey are talking about the American Medical Association's new policy regarding BMI...and let's just say, things get a liiiittle heated. Also tune in to hear a fun announcement about a cool new project we're working on!

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Jul 03, 202327:20
#37 Diet Green Flags

#37 Diet Green Flags

This week, April and Kelsey are talking about their diet green flags! From allowing all foods to fit to avoiding supplements, we go over what kind of diets we give the thumbs up to.

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Jun 07, 202327:05
#36 Taylor Swift "Fat-phobia" Drama Replay!

#36 Taylor Swift "Fat-phobia" Drama Replay!

Hi listeners! Kelsey and April decided to take this week off amidst a busy work week. So, instead of a new episode, they have chosen to highlight one of their favorite past episodes. They thought this would be perfect in honor of Taylor Swift's ongoing Eras Tour and her amazing success. Enjoy!


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May 22, 202329:29
#35 Old Wives Tales of Nutrition

#35 Old Wives Tales of Nutrition

If you listened to Episode #32, you'll be excited to know that we're covering the Old Wives Tales of Nutrition this week! From doctor-proofing apples to 80/20 diets, April and Kelsey are covering some of the most well-known nutrition phrases and what we think about them!


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May 16, 202327:07
#34: All About ‘Bodies’ with Our Girls Ariana + Selena

#34: All About ‘Bodies’ with Our Girls Ariana + Selena

This week's episode is inspired by two bad-ass women: Ariana Grande and Selena Gomez. April and Kelsey talk about the struggles these particular women have gone through regarding comments about their bodies. They also cover body positivity, neutrality and respect.


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May 08, 202334:06
#33 Our Health 'Icks': Part 1

#33 Our Health 'Icks': Part 1

This week, April and Kelsey talk about their 3 nutrition 'icks'. You may be surprised what they chose!


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May 01, 202337:03
#32 Top 10 Nutrition Questions Pt. 2

#32 Top 10 Nutrition Questions Pt. 2

This week, April and Kelsey finish answering the Top 10 Nutrition Questions from the Washington Post. They discuss everything from "Is there too much sugar in fruit?" to "Do soy products give men 'man boobs'?", so check it out to get some of your most burning questions answered!


Check out the original article here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/no-soy-doesnt-give-men-breasts-a-dietitian-answers-her-10-most-commonly-asked-questions/2020/02/17/1914e0ee-4e9b-11ea-bf44-f5043eb3918a_story.html


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Apr 24, 202324:36
#31 Top 10 Nutrition Questions Pt. 1

#31 Top 10 Nutrition Questions Pt. 1

This week, April and Kelsey are answering the first 5 of the Top 10 Nutrition Questions from the Washington Post. We discuss everything from the best diet to organic foods and even microwaves, so check it out to get some of your most burning questions answered! And stay tuned because next week, we'll be going over the rest :)


Check out the original article here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/no-soy-doesnt-give-men-breasts-a-dietitian-answers-her-10-most-commonly-asked-questions/2020/02/17/1914e0ee-4e9b-11ea-bf44-f5043eb3918a_story.html


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Apr 17, 202334:33
#30 Breaking Down the Nutrition Profession- Our Favorite and Least Favorite Things About Being Dietitians

#30 Breaking Down the Nutrition Profession- Our Favorite and Least Favorite Things About Being Dietitians

This week, April and Kelsey are joined by their intern, Taylor! Taylor picked the topic this week and asked questions regarding April and Kelsey's thoughts about the dietetics profession. Listen in to learn what are April and Kelsey's favorite and least favorite things about being a dietitian...let's just say, it gets juicy!

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Apr 04, 202339:19
#29 What's the Deal with Gwyneth Paltrow, Detoxing, & Intuitive Fasting

#29 What's the Deal with Gwyneth Paltrow, Detoxing, & Intuitive Fasting

This week, April and Kelsey discuss our thoughts around Gwyneth Paltrow's recent detox reveal. We also discuss detoxing in general and our attitudes towards other "wellness" trends.

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Mar 26, 202326:18
#28 Connecting Nutrition and Mental Health

#28 Connecting Nutrition and Mental Health

A special guest has joined us this week on the Taste Buds Podcast - Lindsey, our nutrition intern! On this episode of the Taste Buds Podcast, Lindsey has chosen the topic and brought questions to ask April and Kelsey. This week Lindsey chose to focus on nutrition and mental health. Listen in to hear our thoughts, concerns, and tips on navigating  your health, both physically and mentally.

Mar 20, 202343:58
#27 Ozempic: Diet Culture's Newest "Magic" Drug

#27 Ozempic: Diet Culture's Newest "Magic" Drug

We are back and ready to vent! On this episode of the Taste Buds Podcast, April and Kelsey discuss a diabetes medication called Ozempic, among other names, that has been used for weight loss by many of your favorite celebrities (allegedly...). Listen in to hear our thoughts, concerns, and a few rants about diet culture's newest weapon. 

Mar 14, 202338:04
#26 Eating While Traveling Is Pro Level

#26 Eating While Traveling Is Pro Level

Kelsey and April talk travel this week! From new cuisines and eating at airports, this week we are covering all things nutrition while on the road. We go over how to eat, what to eat, and what to focus on. 

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Mar 06, 202329:22
#25 De-Consuming Nutrition Trends

#25 De-Consuming Nutrition Trends

Kelsey and April break down Rihanna's stunning Super Bowl performance and the resulting comments surrounding her body during said performance. Also, the two dietitians break down some highly consumed nutrition trends they have seen via social media. 

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Feb 27, 202334:08
#24 April is Kelsey's Dietitian (Not Nutritionist)

#24 April is Kelsey's Dietitian (Not Nutritionist)

Kelsey and April are talking all things Nutritionist vs. Dietitian this week (along with a good amount of marathon training questions for each other)! We go over what makes a Dietitian different from a Nutritionist... and there is quite a difference! P.S. this episode was recorded in November, 2022, so don't be alarmed if we are a little outdated!

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Feb 21, 202329:49
#23 Flexibility Is Key

#23 Flexibility Is Key

This week, we cover setting goals and new year's resolutions, how they work, and why they sometimes don't! 

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Feb 13, 202321:42
#22 The AAP Can Kick Rocks

#22 The AAP Can Kick Rocks

On this episode of the Taste Buds Podcast things get a little...dramatic. April and Kelsey discuss the new American Academy of Pediatric's (AAP) guidelines regarding childhood obesity. Let's just say...we aren't happy campers.

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Feb 06, 202334:45
#21 Taylor Swift "Fat-phobia" Drama - Our Thoughts as Dietitians

#21 Taylor Swift "Fat-phobia" Drama - Our Thoughts as Dietitians

Kelsey and April are switching it up this week. Instead of their usual episode answering your nutrition questions, they are commenting on the recent fat-phobia drama surrounding Taylor Swift's newest music video to her song Anti-Hero. You won't want to miss this!

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Nov 03, 202229:29
#20 Are There Foods that Can Boost Your Metabolism?

#20 Are There Foods that Can Boost Your Metabolism?

Kelsey and April are talking all things METABOLISM this week! They answer your burning questions including: "Does lemon water actually help boost your metabolism?", "What is metabolism?", "Do we even want to 'boost' our metabolism in the first place?" and so much more.

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Oct 24, 202230:08
#19 How Much Protein Do I Actually Need?

#19 How Much Protein Do I Actually Need?

Kelsey and April are talking all things PROTEIN this week! They answer your burning questions including What is the recommended amount of protein for a regular person? What about a person trying to build muscle? Can I eat too much protein? Do I need protein supplements? and so much more.

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Oct 10, 202219:20
#18: How Many Calories Should I Eat in a Day?

#18: How Many Calories Should I Eat in a Day?

During this episode, April and Kelsey talk all things CALORIES. They answer your burning questions like: "How many calories should you be eating?" and "How do you know if you're eating enough?". 

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Oct 03, 202254:03
#17 Diets are a Supreme "Sacri-fries"

#17 Diets are a Supreme "Sacri-fries"

Welcome to our seventeenth episode! Find us: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 8 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Mar 28, 202257:25
#16 Get Egg-cited

#16 Get Egg-cited

Welcome to our sixteenth episode! Find us: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 8 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Mar 21, 202222:33
#15 “Men-u” Need to See Someone About That

#15 “Men-u” Need to See Someone About That

Welcome to our fifteenth episode! Find us: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 8 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Mar 14, 202227:48
#14 There’s a "Cereal" Killer on the Loose, and It’s Diet Culture

#14 There’s a "Cereal" Killer on the Loose, and It’s Diet Culture

Welcome to our fourteenth episode! Find us: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 8 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Mar 07, 202228:15
#13 Honey, "Dew" You Really Want to Go on That Juice Cleanse?

#13 Honey, "Dew" You Really Want to Go on That Juice Cleanse?

Welcome to our thirteenth episode! Find us: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 8 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Feb 28, 202224:16
#12 Eat This!

#12 Eat This!

Welcome to our twelfth episode! Find us: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 8 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

CHECK OUT OUR GUEST: Katherine Sayre Nutrition 

https://www.katherinesayrenutrition.com/

IG: @pediatricnutritionist

Feb 21, 202201:17:14
#11 Digest This

#11 Digest This

Welcome to our eleventh episode! Find us below: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 8 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Feb 14, 202220:18
#10 All in Good "Thyming"

#10 All in Good "Thyming"

Welcome to our tenth episode! Find us below: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 8 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Feb 07, 202225:17
#9 A "Pizza" Our Minds, Part 2

#9 A "Pizza" Our Minds, Part 2

Welcome to our ninth episode! Find us below: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 8 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Dec 17, 202118:43
#8 A "Pizza" Our Minds, part 1

#8 A "Pizza" Our Minds, part 1

Welcome to our eighth episode! Find us below: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 8 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Dec 06, 202129:34
#7 "Lettuce" Eat!

#7 "Lettuce" Eat!

Welcome to our seventh episode! Find us below: IG: @tastebuds_podcast Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 7 Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Nov 29, 202142:10
#6 Sweet Pea
Nov 23, 202101:04:11
#5 It Costs a Pretty “Pene” to Go on That Diet
Nov 15, 202146:57
#4 "Soy" You Think You're Better Than me, Huh?

#4 "Soy" You Think You're Better Than me, Huh?

Welcome to our fourth episode!

Find us below:

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Youtube: Taste Buds Podcast Episode 2

Email: tastebudpod@gmail.com

Nov 09, 202101:01:30
#3 I'd Take it With a "Grain" of Salt

#3 I'd Take it With a "Grain" of Salt

Welcome to our third episode!

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Oct 25, 202101:00:33
#2 I "Herb" Through the Grapevine

#2 I "Herb" Through the Grapevine

Welcome to our second episode!

During this episode we hit our 3 segments below:

Research: Ever wonder if BCAA supplements are worth all the hype? Ever wonder what BCAA actually are?

Recipe: Hear more about delicious Carrot Cake Banana Bread!

Questions: Does intermittent fasting really work? Is counting macros worth it? Should you be drinking apple cider vinegar?


Find the answers and more in this episode!

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Oct 19, 202101:14:34
#1 Two Peas on a Pod
Oct 11, 202156:23
#0 Taste Buds Podcast Teaser
Sep 30, 202101:30
Taste Buds Podcast Teaser
Sep 19, 202102:19