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EPISODE · May 14, 2026 · 58 MIN

Nutrition Lies You’ve Been Told + What’s Actually True! Dr. Jessica Knurick

from Hack Your Happiness · host Small Bits of Happiness

YOU need to hear this. If you’ve ever felt confused about food, overwhelmed by health advice online, or guilty every time you eat something “unhealthy,” you need to hit play.Because the truth is: nutrition has become way more complicated than it needs to be.And today’s episode is going to change that.In this conversation, Mercedes and Anastasia sit down with Dr. Jessica Knurick - a nutrition scientist, registered dietitian, and one of the most trusted voices online when it comes to cutting through health misinformation.Dr. Knurick specializes in chronic disease prevention and public health, but what makes her work so powerful is this: she doesn’t believe health should be driven by fear.This is not another conversation about “good” foods and “bad” foods.It’s a conversation about balance.About stress.About the systems shaping the way we eat.And about how to actually take care of yourself.In this episode, Dr. Knurick explains why social media has made so many people afraid of food, why “superfoods” are mostly marketing, and why health has a lot more to do with consistency than perfection.You’ll also learn:- What you actually need to be doing for better health- Why nutrition matters even if you’re not an athlete- How to spot misinformation online- The truth about sugar, seed oils, supplements, and ultra-processed foods- Why so many people feel healthier in Europe- How parents can help their kids build a healthy relationship with foodBut most importantly, this episode will help you stop obsessing over every little thing you eat.Because health doesn’t come from fear.It comes from what you do consistently.And by the end of this conversation, you’ll feel calmer, clearer, and way more confident about what actually matters when it comes to your health.Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop The 'I Swear It's Easy' Cookbook⁠Check out Dr. Knurick's Substack⁠Follow Dr. Knurick on Instagram⁠Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with gut health scientist, Emily Leeming. We know you'll love it: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now!(00:00) Why This Episode Matters For You(01:41) From Sports To Nutrition(03:31) Dr. Jessica Knurick's Mission In One Sentence(04:08) Why Does Nutrition Matter For Me?(07:06) Must-Know Fibre Hacks(09:46) How Much Fibre Do I Need?(10:22) The Anatomy of a Healthy Lifestyle(15:05) Food's Role in Happiness(16:56) Do 'Superfoods' Actually Exist?(18:39) Hacks For Eating The Rainbow!(19:35) I Swear It's Easy(20:55) Healthy Eating Without Intense Restriction(25:32) Dr. Knurick Busts Nutrition Myths!(29:45) Before You Believe Social Media, Ask Yourself THIS(31:49) All You Need To Know About Supplements(34:54) You Need To Reevaluate These Systems (they're impacting your health)(40:49) Tips To Avoid Falling Into Toxic Food Systems + Mindsets(44:13) Who Comes To Your Mind?(44:51) Canada vs USA Chronic Disease Gap(49:12) Culture's Impact On Health & Lifestyle Hacks From Other Countries(52:30) Rapid Fire!(57:22) Find Dr. Knurick Here(57:53) Unlock All You Need To Know About Gut Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

YOU need to hear this. If you’ve ever felt confused about food, overwhelmed by health advice online, or guilty every time you eat something “unhealthy,” you need to hit play.Because the truth is: nutrition has become way more complicated than it needs to be.And today’s episode is going to change that.In this conversation, Mercedes and Anastasia sit down with Dr. Jessica Knurick - a nutrition scientist, registered dietitian, and one of the most trusted voices online when it comes to cutting through health misinformation.Dr. Knurick specializes in chronic disease prevention and public health, but what makes her work so powerful is this: she doesn’t believe health should be driven by fear.This is not another conversation about “good” foods and “bad” foods.It’s a conversation about balance.About stress.About the systems shaping the way we eat.And about how to actually take care of yourself.In this episode, Dr. Knurick explains why social media has made so many people afraid of food, why “superfoods” are mostly marketing, and why health has a lot more to do with consistency than perfection.You’ll also learn:- What you actually need to be doing for better health- Why nutrition matters even if you’re not an athlete- How to spot misinformation online- The truth about sugar, seed oils, supplements, and ultra-processed foods- Why so many people feel healthier in Europe- How parents can help their kids build a healthy relationship with foodBut most importantly, this episode will help you stop obsessing over every little thing you eat.Because health doesn’t come from fear.It comes from what you do consistently.And by the end of this conversation, you’ll feel calmer, clearer, and way more confident about what actually matters when it comes to your health.Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop The 'I Swear It's Easy' Cookbook⁠Check out Dr. Knurick's Substack⁠Follow Dr. Knurick on Instagram⁠Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with gut health scientist, Emily Leeming. We know you'll love it: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now!(00:00) Why This Episode Matters For You(01:41) From Sports To Nutrition(03:31) Dr. Jessica Knurick's Mission In One Sentence(04:08) Why Does Nutrition Matter For Me?(07:06) Must-Know Fibre Hacks(09:46) How Much Fibre Do I Need?(10:22) The Anatomy of a Healthy Lifestyle(15:05) Food's Role in Happiness(16:56) Do 'Superfoods' Actually Exist?(18:39) Hacks For Eating The Rainbow!(19:35) I Swear It's Easy(20:55) Healthy Eating Without Intense Restriction(25:32) Dr. Knurick Busts Nutrition Myths!(29:45) Before You Believe Social Media, Ask Yourself THIS(31:49) All You Need To Know About Supplements(34:54) You Need To Reevaluate These Systems (they're impacting your health)(40:49) Tips To Avoid Falling Into Toxic Food Systems + Mindsets(44:13) Who Comes To Your Mind?(44:51) Canada vs USA Chronic Disease Gap(49:12) Culture's Impact On Health & Lifestyle Hacks From Other Countries(52:30) Rapid Fire!(57:22) Find Dr. Knurick Here(57:53) Unlock All You Need To Know About Gut Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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