Dishing Up Nutrition

In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, registered dietitian Britni Vincent explains why zinc is essential for everything from immune strength and skin health to digestion, hormones, and even mood. You'll learn surprising signs of deficiency - like white spots on nails, poor wound healing, or changes in taste and smell - and learn how stress, gut health, and certain medications can lower your zinc levels. You’ll also learn the best food sources, when supplementation makes sense, and how small changes can make a big difference in your overall health.

Struggling with disruptive diarrhea? In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, our dietitians Melanie Beasley and Britni Vincent dive into the real food solutions that can help improve your gut health and restore your confidence. From the roles of gluten and dairy to sugar, medications, and probiotics, they break down the hidden culprits and practical steps to heal your digestive system. Whether you’re dealing with occasional urgency or chronic diarrhea, this conversation will give you hope and strategies to get your gut and your life back on track.

Do smoothies destroy fiber and nutrients, or are they a healthy way to get more fruits and vegetables? In this Ask a Nutritionist episode, registered and licensed dietitian Alyssa Krejci explains whether blending breaks down fiber, how smoothies compare to juicing, and what oxidation actually means for nutrient loss. She also shares practical tips for making balanced, high-fiber smoothies with protein, healthy fats, and antioxidant-rich fruits and veggies so you can enjoy them as a meal, snack, or even dessert.

In this uplifting episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, dietitian Leah Kleinschrodt sits down with Mike and Marcia, two of our clients who share how small nutrition changes made a big impact on their lives. Hear about how they learned to stabilize their macular degeneration with real food, their shared stories of cochlear implants, and how they learned the value of working together toward their health goals.

Magnesium is essential for hundreds of functions in the body, but with so many supplement forms out there, how do you choose the right one? In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, registered dietician Britni Vincent breaks down the differences between magnesium glycinate, citrate, chloride, and more. You’ll also learn about food sources, common deficiency signs, and why magnesium supports everything from sleep and relaxation to digestion and brain health.