Simple Nutrition Insights
by Leonila
Welcome to Simple Nutrition Insights, your practical guide to understanding nutrition in less than 30 minutes. Join us as we break down the science of healthy eating into digestible insights and actionable tips. Whether you're a busy parent or just short on time, our goal is to provide you with straightforward advice to enhance your well-being. Tune in for expert interviews, evidence-based advice, and quick, easy-to-implement strategies for nourishing your body and living your best life.
Episodes
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Who Can You Trust For Nutrition Advice?
Send us Fan Mail Someone tells you to “just eat less,” “fast longer,” and “drink more water” and it sounds like harmless motivation until your body has a medical condition that changes the rules. We walk through a real clinical moment that stuck with me: a patient who came in for cholesterol...
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A Dietitian Mom’s Real-World Olympic Triathlon Plan
Send us Fan Mail I share a real-time update from seven weeks of Olympic triathlon training, including what my week looks like and how I’m adjusting my nutrition to handle longer rides and brick workouts. I also talk through the part that scares me most right now: feeling dizzy and nauseous during...
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Me inscribí en un triatlón y aprendí lo que realmente significa la preparación.
Send us Fan Mail Puedes sentirte seguro de ti mismo un minuto y completamente abrumado al siguiente; el entrenamiento de triatlón tiene la particularidad de sacar a la luz ambas sensaciones. Analizamos cómo es realmente el proceso de pasar del "claro, me apunto" a darse cuenta de que la carrera…
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I Tried Clip-In Pedals And Ate Pavement
Send us Fan Mail Your body can be ready, and you can still get humbled by a borrowed bike, unfamiliar gears, and one tiny detail you forgot to practice. I’m Leonilla Campos, a registered dietitian and founder of Field by Leo, and I’m breaking down my sprint triathlon experience from start to...
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No Puedes Liderar Bien Cuando Estás Agotado.
Send us Fan Mail Tu liderazgo no falla porque "necesites más disciplina"; falla cuando tu cuerpo funciona con un combustible inconsistente. Abordamos con franqueza el costo oculto de la baja energía: pensamiento nublado, decisiones más débiles y el hecho de rendir a la mitad de tu capacidad,...
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How To Lead Better By Managing Your Body’s Energy
Send us Fan Mail Leadership advice loves strategy and mindset, but if you’re running on fumes, none of it sticks. We get real about the overlooked driver of performance: energy. Not “motivation” energy, but the physiological kind that determines whether you can think clearly, stay patient, and…
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Puedes honrar la comida y tu cultura sin terminártelo todo
Send us Fan Mail Ese reflejo de terminar todo lo que hay en tu plato puede parecer un signo de buenos modales, pero también puede ser un guion de vida que te desconecta de tu propio cuerpo. Hablamos sobre el mandato de "dejar el plato limpio" con el que muchos de nosotros crecimos, especialmente…
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How Childhood Food Lessons Shape Adult Eating
Send us Fan Mail Guilt about leaving food and the urge to eat fast often come from childhood rules and scarcity, not a lack of discipline. We talk through how food stories shape adult eating and how to rebuild trust with hunger, fullness, and choice. • how clean your plate rules override hunger…
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No puedes superar con trabajo a un cuerpo mal alimentado.
Send us Fan Mail El agotamiento no siempre se manifiesta en forma de pánico o lágrimas. A veces se parece más a despertarse cansado, entrenar duro a pesar de todo, cumplir con el trabajo a pura fuerza de voluntad y preguntarse por qué la energía nunca regresa por completo. Analizamos a fondo esa...
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How High Achievers Can Restore Metabolic Energy
Send us Fan Mail You can be crushing your goals and still feel like you’re running on empty. We’re talking about that specific kind of exhaustion where you wake up tired, lean on caffeine just to start, and wonder why your energy never fully bounces back. I’m Daniela Campos, registered dietitian,...
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Si la comida habla con las células, ¿qué debería decir?
Send us Fan Mail El brócoli, las uvas, el té verde y un tazón de frutos rojos pueden sonar a consejos nutricionales básicos, hasta que se examina su química. Profundizamos en la oncofarmacognosia dietética, el área de investigación que explora cómo los compuestos bioactivos presentes en los...
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If Food Is Information For Your Cells What Are You Sending
Send us Fan Mail Food can act like information, and your cells are listening. We sit down with Aditi to explore dietary oncopharmacognosy, an emerging area of oncology nutrition that looks at how bioactive compounds from plants (and even microbes and marine sources) may influence cancer…
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La pérdida rápida de peso te está costando más de lo que crees
Send us Fan Mail ¿Alguna vez has buscado la báscula y te has sentido peor, en lugar de mejor? Te explicamos por qué perder peso rápidamente suele costar músculo: el tejido que mantiene el metabolismo en marcha, estabiliza el azúcar en sangre, favorece la densidad ósea e incluso se relaciona con…
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Rapid Weight Loss Is Costing You More Than You Think
Send us Fan Mail Sprinting toward weight loss can feel thrilling—until the bill comes due in the form of lost muscle, low energy, and a slowed resting metabolic rate. We dig into what most plans miss: muscle is not just about strength or looks. It’s a metabolic organ that helps regulate blood...
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When Life Gives You 10,000 Oranges, Start A Movement
Send us Fan Mail A lot of good food never makes it to a plate. In Fresno, that often looks like backyard trees dropping grapefruit and lemons by the bucket and packing houses tossing out “imperfect” mandarins that taste just fine. We sit down with Simon and Aleeza, the founders of All For…
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El Cortisol y tu Salud
Send us Fan Mail ¿Te sientes nervioso, cansado y atrapado en un bucle de navegación nocturna y café por la mañana temprano? Analizamos el cortisol desde una perspectiva nueva, sin tácticas de miedo ni falsas "desintoxicaciones", y explicamos cómo el estrés se convierte en un problema solo cuando...
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No, You Don’t Need A Cortisol Detox
Send us Fan Mail Tired of hearing that a “cortisol detox” will fix everything? Let’s set the record straight and rebuild your stress resilience with simple, science-backed habits. We dig into what cortisol really does for your body, why rhythm matters more than a quick fix, and how to move from...
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Fertility, Food, And Real-Life Choices
Send us Fan Mail We break down how everyday nutrition shapes fertility, energy and hormone balance, and why preparation beats quick fixes. Gabriela Rosa shares field-to-plate eating, the 10% for the soul, and a clear plan to reduce endocrine disruptors while making meals doable. • field-to-plate...
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Understanding Weight Stigma, Its Harm, And What To Do
Send us Fan Mail We explore how weight bias harms health, from early childhood to exam rooms, and why care must center respect, context, and evidence over assumptions. Practical steps show how to shift language, policies, and environments for safer, more effective support at any size. • clear...
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Por qué invertir la pirámide alimenticia podría generar más confusión que beneficios.
Send us Fan Mail Cuestionamos la tendencia a “invertir” la pirámide alimenticia y explicamos por qué los hábitos sencillos y adaptados a la cultura son mejores que las reglas extremas. Exponemos los aciertos del nuevo modelo, sus errores y cómo planificar comidas equilibradas que respeten el...
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What The New Nutrition Framework Gets Right And Wrong. Inverted Food Pyramid, WHAT?!!!
Send us Fan Mail We break down the new federal nutrition framework, separating solid guidance from risky messaging on red meat, saturated fat, and grains. Our goal is to give you clear, practical steps that respect your health, budget, and culture. • why whole foods and fewer ultra-processed...
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How Sugar Alternatives Make Desserts Safer For People With Diabetes
Send us Fan Mail We explore how monk fruit and maltitol can deliver sweet, vegan desserts without the blood sugar rollercoaster, and we make two simple drinks: millet-milk hot chocolate and a citrus-ginger immunity boost. Practical tips, clear ratios, and ingredient sourcing make it easy to try…
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Autism, Science, And Hope
Send us Fan Mail We share a science‑first, humane roadmap for helping autistic children thrive, from gut‑immune‑brain basics to realistic school advocacy. Dr. Theresa Lyons explains how to pair parent intuition with the right tests and why small, consistent steps beat try‑everything chaos. • New...
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What If Your Cart Could Quietly Reverse Chronic Disease?
Send us Fan Mail We explore how clear data, simple habits, and dietitian guidance can cut through grocery aisle confusion and help people make faster, healthier choices. Galen Karlan-Mason from GreenChoice shares new findings on ultra-processed foods, why retailers matter, and how personalization...
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From Toxins To Trust: Rethinking Menstrual Care With Non-Toxic Period Underwear
Send us Fan Mail We trace how modern period products can hide toxins that disrupt hormones, and we map a practical path toward non-toxic swaps that actually fit daily life. Arielle shares the product development journey behind safer period underwear and how “getting back in flow” starts with...
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Navigating Perimenopause: Your Nutrition Roadmap
Send us Fan Mail Perimenopause affects every woman at some point in life but often doesn't get the attention it deserves, with symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep issues starting as early as our late 30s. As women, we need to advocate for ourselves during this transition and find...
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Mighty Beyond Gluten: A Celiac Journey to Cookie Perfection
Send us Fan Mail Carolyn K. Haeler shares her journey from a life-changing celiac diagnosis to creating Mightylicious, a brand revolutionizing gluten-free baked goods with products so delicious even people without dietary restrictions choose them. • Diagnosed with celiac disease at 31 after…
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Food, Memory, and Healing: A Journey Through the Middle Place
Send us Fan Mail Mallory Tenor Tarpley shares her journey through eating disorder recovery and what she calls "the middle place"—the complex space between acute illness and full recovery. Her memoir "Slip" explores how recovery isn't linear and challenges the perfectionism that can derail healing...
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The Silent Saboteur: How Low-Grade Inflammation Impacts Skin, Immunity, and Aging — and What We Can Do About It.
Send us Fan Mail We explore the science of inflammation and its profound impact on skin health with Dr. Ebru, immunologist and founder of Avexena skincare. This eye-opening conversation reveals how chronic inflammation silently accelerates skin aging and what you can do about it through…
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La progresión silenciosa: cómo ignorar las advertencias de tu salud lo cambia todo
Send us Fan Mail Procrastinar la atención médica puede tener graves consecuencias para la salud que podrían haberse evitado con chequeos regulares e intervención temprana. La comunidad hispana y otras minorías suelen retrasar la búsqueda de atención médica hasta que las afecciones han avanzado a...
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La verdad sobre las bebidas electrolíticas: cuándo las necesitas y cuándo no
Send us Fan Mail Desvelamos la verdad sobre las bebidas electrolíticas y las bebidas azucaradas, explicando cuándo son necesarias y ofreciendo alternativas más saludables para la hidratación diaria. • Las bebidas electrolíticas (Gatorade, Powerade, etc.) están diseñadas para reponer los minerales...
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Why Your Diet Isn’t Working: The Science Behind Carbs, Energy, and Performance
Send us Fan Mail Registered dietitian Leonila Campos and dietetic intern Anna Kwon, M.S. tackle the persistent myths about carbohydrates that plague social media and harm athletic performance. They break down the science of how our bodies use energy during exercise and why cutting carbs can…
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Self-Compassion: The Missing Piece in Weight Loss
Send us Fan Mail Self-compassion is the missing ingredient for sustainable weight loss that many people overlook while focusing solely on diet and exercise. • Practicing self-compassion means treating yourself with the same kindness you would offer a friend • Common signs of negative self-talk...
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La verdad sobre los aceites de semillas: Cómo distinguir los hechos del miedo
Send us Fan Mail Los aceites de semillas se han convertido en un tema controvertido en el ámbito de la nutrición debido a las afirmaciones sobre sus propiedades inflamatorias y sus métodos de procesamiento. Desmentimos mitos comunes sobre los aceites de semillas y analizamos la realidad…
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The Truth About Seed Oils: Separating Facts from Fear-Driven Nutrition Trends
Send us Fan Mail Seed oils have gained a bad reputation, but the science doesn't support the fear-mongering around these common cooking ingredients. We examine the facts behind seed oils, debunk popular myths, and explain how they fit into a balanced, healthy diet. • Seed oils include canola,...
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Más allá de la culpa: redefiniendo nuestra conexión con la comida
Send us Fan Mail Liberarse de las etiquetas de los alimentos podría ser el paso más importante para desarrollar una relación saludable con la alimentación. Como nutriologa titulada, constantemente escucho a mis clientes pedir listas de alimentos "buenos" y "malos", pero nunca se las doy. ¿Por…
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Breaking Free From Food Guilt
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt guilty after eating a food you enjoy? That familiar wave of shame that follows the last bite of pizza, ice cream, or chocolate? You're not alone. As a registered dietitian, I've seen this pattern play out with over 90% of my clients, and it's time we break this...
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Datos sobre las grasas: Desglosando el macronutriente mal entendido
Send us Fan Mail Las grasas alimenticias han sido injustamente demonizadas durante décadas, pero la verdad es mucho más matizada y fascinante. La grasa no solo es densa en calorías (9 calorías por gramo), sino que es literalmente alimento para el cerebro, ya que aproximadamente el 60 % del…
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The Truth About Fats: Beyond the Myths
Send us Fan Mail Fat isn't the villain it's often made out to be - it's absolutely essential for your health. Registered Dietitian Leonela Lacampos dives deep into this misunderstood macronutrient, debunking myths and providing science-backed insights on why we need fat and how to choose the…
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Los carbohidratos no son tus enemigos: son combustible para tu cerebro y tu cuerpo.
Send us Fan Mail Los carbohidratos son un macronutriente esencial que sirve como la fuente de energía preferida de nuestro cuerpo, especialmente para el cerebro, que utiliza el 20 % de nuestras calorías diarias. Desmentimos mitos comunes sobre los carbohidratos y ofrecemos consejos prácticos para...
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You Don't Need to Fear Carbohydrates—Here's Why They're Essential
Send us Fan Mail Carbohydrates are the body's preferred energy source and an essential macronutrient that provides numerous benefits when consumed in the right forms and quantities. In this myth-busting episode, registered dietitian Leonila Campos explains why carbs aren't the enemy and provides...
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La peligrosa verdad sobre la dieta carnívora
Send us Fan Mail Analizamos por qué la dieta carnívora —un patrón de alimentación que elimina todos los alimentos vegetales— plantea graves riesgos para la salud a pesar de su creciente popularidad. Este enfoque restrictivo genera peligrosas deficiencias nutricionales que se desarrollan...
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The Dangerous Truth About the Carnivore Diet
Send us Fan Mail We examine why the carnivore diet—an eating pattern eliminating all plant foods—poses serious health risks despite its trending popularity. This restrictive approach creates dangerous nutritional gaps that develop gradually over time, potentially leading to severe long-term...
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What They Don’t Tell You About Being a Private Practice Dietitian
Send us Fan Mail The journey of a dietitian is often filled with aspirations of helping others while navigating the challenging waters of private practice. In our latest episode, join hosts Leonila Campos and Naz Maduro, both registered dietitians, as they explore the dual worlds of nutrition and...
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¿Estás consumiendo suficiente proteína? ¿Por qué es importante?
Send us Fan Mail Exploramos el papel fundamental de las proteínas en nuestra dieta para mejorar la salud y el bienestar. • Analizamos la importancia de las proteínas para diversas funciones corporales • Entendemos las necesidades proteicas individuales en función del estilo de vida y la salud •...
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Are You Getting Enough Protein? The Overlooked Nutrient
Send us Fan Mail This episode dives deep into the critical role protein plays in our diets and how to properly incorporate it into your daily meals. We cover different protein sources, the recommended intake, and practical tips for maximizing benefits. • Importance of protein for muscle repair…
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Revitalice el envejecimiento con opciones de nutrición inteligentes
Send us Fan Mail El envejecimiento plantea desafíos únicos a la nutrición que pueden afectar significativamente la salud y el bienestar. Los nutrientes clave como las proteínas, la fibra, el calcio, la vitamina D, la vitamina B12, los omega-3 y la hidratación son cruciales para que los adultos...
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Unlock the Secrets to Healthy Aging with Vital Nutrients and Active Living
Send us Fan Mail Understanding how our nutritional needs change as we age is crucial for maintaining health and vitality later in life. This episode discusses key nutrients essential for aging well, including protein, calcium, vitamin D, omega-3s, and fiber, while providing actionable tips for...
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Mejore su Camino hacia la Salud con Frutas y Verduras
Send us Fan Mail Este episodio explora el papel vital y esencial que desempeñan las frutas y verduras en el apoyo a la salud general. Analizamos sus numerosos beneficios, consejos prácticos para la compra y formas sencillas de incorporar más de estos alimentos nutritivos a sus rutinas diarias. •...
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Delicious Ways to Enjoy More Fruits and Veggies
Send us Fan Mail This episode emphasizes the importance of incorporating more fruits and vegetables into daily meals for optimal health and nutrition. We explore their benefits, how to choose quality produce, and practical tips for adding more of these foods into your diet. • Discussing the key...
About this show
Welcome to Simple Nutrition Insights, your practical guide to understanding nutrition in less than 30 minutes. Join us as we break down the science of healthy eating into digestible insights and actionable tips. Whether you're a busy parent or just short on time, our goal is to provide you with straightforward advice to enhance your well-being. Tune in for expert interviews, evidence-based advice, and quick, easy-to-implement strategies for nourishing your body and living your best life.
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