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Sound Bites A Nutrition Podcast

Melissa Joy Dobbins, MS, RD, CDE
Nutrition
Food Science
Diabetes
Food Safety
Mental Health
Mediterranean Diet
Child Nutrition
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ultra-Processed Foods
Pulses
Gut Health
Glp-1 Medications
Public Health
Food Dyes
Brain Health
Type 1 Diabetes
Nutrition Education
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Dietitians
NASA

Hosted by award-winning Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Melissa Joy Dobbins, the Guilt-Free RD - "because food shouldn't make you feel bad!" Join Melissa's conversations with a variety of experts on topics ranging from fad diets to farming and gain credible information to help you make your own, well-informed food decisions based on facts, not fear. For more information visit www.SoundBitesRD.c... more

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Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: soundbitesrd.com/317

Disclosure: This episode is sponsored by General Mills Bell Institute of Health and Nutrition and offers 1 Free continuing education credit for RDNs. See more details bel... more

Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: soundbitesrd.com/316

In this episode, Charles Duhigg, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author, shares insights on how recent research into GLP1s is transforming our understanding of ha... more

Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: soundbitesrd.com/315

From Burnout to Resilience: Science-Backed Strategies for Brain Health

What is burnout, and how is it different from stress or depression? Learn how burnout affects the... more

Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: soundbitesrd.com/314

Resetting the Rules of Indulgence

We often think of food choices as an all-or-nothing equation: healthy eating requires effort and discipline, while treats feel like gu... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Julie Miller Jones
Board certified and licensed nutritionist; fellow of AACCI, ICC, IFT; distinguished professor emerita
St. Catherine University
Episode: 317: Beyond Protein and Low-Carb Diets: Why Whole Grain Foods Still Matter - Dr. Julie Miller Jones & Alex Turnbull
Alex Turnbull
Pediatric dietitian, author, former school food service dietitian; Family Nutritionist on social media; creator of Good Eaters Club on YouTube
TheFamilyNutritionist (Instagram/Facebook)
Episode: 317: Beyond Protein and Low-Carb Diets: Why Whole Grain Foods Still Matter - Dr. Julie Miller Jones & Alex Turnbull
Charles Duhigg
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of The Power of Habit and Supercommunicators
The Power of Habit; Noom research collaborator
Episode: 316: The Habit Window: How GLP-1 Insights Can Help Anyone Change Behavior – Charles Duhigg
Maggie Moon
Registered Dietitian, lead author of Neurology MNT chapter, author of The Mind Diet
Wellness Intelligence/Wind Down? (from transcript: based in Los Angeles)
Episode: 315: Burnout and Brain Health: Why Nutrition & Resilience Matter
Patricia Bannon
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, health coach, founder of Wellness Intelligence
Wellness Intelligence
Episode: 315: Burnout and Brain Health: Why Nutrition & Resilience Matter
Kevin Ryan
Innovation and strategy expert focusing on the food and beverage industry
Malachite Strategy and Research
Episode: 314: Restorative Treats: The Science of Feeling Good Through Food – Kevin Ryan
Holly Wyatt
Physician, obesity medicine expert, professor of nutrition sciences
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
Episode: 313: Stopping GLP-1 Meds: What It Takes to Keep the Weight Off – Dr. Holly Wyatt
Dr. Jessica Steier
Public health scientist, science communicator, founder of Unbiased Science
Unbiased Science
Episode: 312: Public Health Misinformation & Communication: How to Build Trust for Behavior Change – Dr. Jessica Steier
Rick Mattes
Distinguished Professor of Nutrition Science at Purdue University, head of the Ingestive Behavior Research Center
Purdue University
Episode: 311: Food Noise, Appetite Regulation & Calorie Intake: What Really Influences How We Eat? – Dr. Rick Mattes

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Melissa Joy Dobbins
Host of the show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 257 ratings
  • 5 stars

    Fantastic podcast with excellent and relevant topics. I love that I can get CEUs while driving to work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kmbwell
    United States5 months ago
  • Soy Myths

    Loved this podcast!! I think it’s super informative and helpful to hear the science behind the topic and help not only the general public but RDNs with getting the best and most accurate information possible relayed. Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GEMs2023
    United States2 years ago
  • Space bites

    This was such an interesting and fun podcast!! I really enjoyed it Melissa. Would especially like hearing more from Dr. Hill.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GEMs2023
    United States2 years ago
  • RD on the go!

    This podcast is a keeper. A hidden gem for dietitians needing CEUs but also for anyone interested in current topics in nutrition that is based in fact and science.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Judy hates adds
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    I’m a clinical dietitian and found this podcast when looking for more ceus. I love listening to it and have learned a lot!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarwb5
    United States3 years ago

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Many praise Melissa's ability to translate science into practical, actionable guidance.
Listeners appreciate evidence-based discussions and CEU opportunities for professionals.
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316: The Habit Window: How GLP-1 Insights Can Help Anyone Change Behavior – Charles Duhigg
Q: What practical tools help maintain new habits after discontinuing GLP-1?
Track progress with an accessible system (like Noom or journaling), plan for potential failure moments with implementation intentions, and ensure ongoing support from a dietitian or a coach to keep the habits active.
316: The Habit Window: How GLP-1 Insights Can Help Anyone Change Behavior – Charles Duhigg
Q: What is a keystone habit and how does it relate to GLP-1 and habit change?
A keystone habit is one change that triggers a cascade of favorable changes in other behaviors; GLP-1 can support adopting such keystone habits (like regular exercise) by lowering barriers and improving self-identity as someone who can maintain healthier behaviors.
316: The Habit Window: How GLP-1 Insights Can Help Anyone Change Behavior – Charles Duhigg
Q: Can you explain how GLP-1 use creates a window of opportunity for forming new habits?
GLP-1 reduces hunger signals and quiets the food noise, which disrupts cues and makes it easier to pair new routines with rewards; with a structured environment, these new cues and rewards can become lasting habits even after stopping the medication.
315: Burnout and Brain Health: Why Nutrition & Resilience Matter
Q: How does nutrition fit into burnout resilience, and what does the research suggest?
Dietary patterns that reduce oxidative stress and inflammation—such as the MIND and Mediterranean diets, along with microbiome-supporting foods—are associated with better brain function and mental health; the focus is on sustainable, personalized eating patterns rather than quick fixes.
315: Burnout and Brain Health: Why Nutrition & Resilience Matter
Q: What are the signs and symptoms listeners should monitor, beyond feeling tired?
Burnout manifests across physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral domains, including fatigue, sleep issues, cognitive fog, decision fatigue, detachment, irritability, and errors in care for professionals, with brain changes that support these experiences.

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A nutrition-focused show that features credible, evidence-based discussions with researchers, clinicians, and industry experts about current topics in food, health, and behavior. Episodes cover burnout, GLP-1 medications, frozen foods, dietary guidelines, and science communication, often translating complex science into practical guidance for professionals and engaged listeners. Noteworthy strengths include a transparent approach to sponsorship, a wide guest roster spanning academia, healthcare, and industry, and a consistent emphasis on actionable nutrition information rooted in research. Potential listeners can expect rigorous conversations, CEU opportunities for RDs, and approachable explanations of emerging nutrition science and policy ... more

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3. Charles Duhigg
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