Dishing Up Nutrition

What supplements actually help you sleep? Registered dietitian Amy Crum explains the science behind today's most popular sleep supplements, including magnesium glycinate, L-theanine, 5-HTP, melatonin, vitamin D, iron, and herbal blends.

You'll learn who may benefit from each option, key safety considerations, and how better sleep can improve your mood, energy, brain function, immune health, and weight-loss goals. Amy also explains why identifying the root cause of your sleep struggles is essential to achieving lasting, restorative sleep.

Where does your food really come from, and how can we help kids get excited about eating it? In this special episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, Teresa Wagner sits down with the creators of the popular YouTube Kids channel Captain and Cat to explore how storytelling, music, and real farm adventures are inspiring children to learn about nutrition. From apple orchards and dairy farms to regenerative farming and seasonal eating, they discuss the people behind our food, why curiosity is the key to healthy habits, and how making nutrition fun can shape a child's relationship with food for life.

In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, registered dietitian Brandy Buro shares practical tips for shopping your local farmers market with confidence. Learn how to choose the freshest produce, what questions to ask local farmers, when organic matters most, and simple strategies to stretch your grocery budget while bringing home nutritious, seasonal foods your family will love.

In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, Kara Carper and Brandy Buro explore why UTIs often return and how nutrition, gut health, blood sugar balance, and the vaginal microbiome all play a role. Learn why antibiotics alone may not prevent future infections, how certain foods and habits can increase your risk, and practical nutrition strategies to help support a healthier urinary tract. If recurring UTIs have left you frustrated, this episode offers a fresh perspective on addressing the root causes, not just the symptoms.

With so many peanut, almond, cashew, sunflower, and seed butters lining grocery store shelves, how do you know which one is actually the healthiest? In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, registered dietitian Britni Vincent explains what to look for on the ingredient label, which additives to avoid, and whether organic, refrigerated, or shelf-stable options are worth it. She also clears up common questions about protein, mold concerns, and the nutritional differences between nut and seed butters so you can confidently choose the best option for your family.

Bone loss doesn't begin in your senior years. In fact, it often starts decades earlier. In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, dietitians Melanie Beasley and Britni Vincent explain why women should start thinking about bone health long before menopause and how simple nutrition and lifestyle habits can make a lasting difference. They discuss the role of protein, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin K2, magnesium, strength training, hormones, and more, while also debunking common myths about osteoporosis.

In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, registered dietitian Alyssa Krejci shares practical strategies for eating well on a budget without sacrificing nutrition. Learn how to plan meals, reduce food waste, shop smarter, and make affordable, nutrient-dense ingredients stretch throughout the week. Alyssa also shares her favorite budget-friendly meals, grocery staples, and simple tips for lowering food costs while still serving balanced, satisfying meals your family will enjoy. If rising grocery prices have you feeling overwhelmed, this episode is full of realistic solutions you can start using today.

We’ve all heard that alcohol affects everyone differently, but did you know that women are biologically more vulnerable to alcohol’s effects than men? In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, registered dietitians Britni Vincent and Melanie Beasley dive into the science of how alcohol impacts women’s hormones, metabolism, sleep, bone health, and risk for disease—even at lower levels of drinking. You’ll hear eye-opening statistics along with practical, compassionate guidance for anyone rethinking their relationship with alcohol - so whether you're sober-curious, cutting back, or simply want to make more informed choices, this episode offers non-judgmental support, science-backed insights, and realistic tools for better health.

Seasonal allergies can make it hard to enjoy everything summer has to offer, but did you know your diet may help influence how severe your symptoms feel? Registered dietitian Amy Crum explains how nutrition can support a healthier immune response and help calm inflammation during allergy season. She shares the best foods to include, which foods may make symptoms worse, the role of histamine, and key supplements that may provide natural allergy support. 

In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, we’re making meal prep a breeze! Join dietitian Brandy Buro as she chats with her client Kristen, who reveals how she transformed her cooking routine into something simple and efficient. Discover how Kristen streamlined her process to save time and maintain consistency with real-food meal preparation strategies. She shares her journey of planning balanced, gluten-free meals and shares how she incorporates meal prep into her weekly rhythm with practical tips that make healthy eating feel attainable and sustainable. Whether you’re just starting out with meal prep or seeking fresh ideas, this episode is packed with realistic strategies to help you reduce stress, eat healthier, and seamlessly fit nutrition into your everyday life. Tune in and get inspired!