If you’ve seen the headlines about lead in protein powders, take a deep breath—you’re not crazy to be concerned, but you don’t need to panic either.

This episode breaks down the latest Consumer Reports findings, where the lead comes from, and how nutrient deficiencies make absorption worse. I’ll show you how to protect yourself through smarter choices and better nutrition—without fear, guilt, or detox dogma.

Listen now and share it with someone who’s tired of the fear-mongering. Follow Blasphemous Nutrition for more real talk that helps you stay healthy without losing your sanity.

Related episode: Mercury and Seafood: What You Need to Know Isn’t What You Know

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Forget fire and brimstone - real purification happens in a lake of fiber and sulfur!
In this episode of Blasphemous Nutrition, Aimee takes you on a journey through the cruciferous kingdom: broccoli, cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, and their sulfurous brethren.

We’ll explore how these vegetables detoxify, rebuild, and literally change your biochemistry from the cellular level out. From the lake of sulforaphane to the gut’s microbial factory floor, you’ll learn how crucifers cool inflammation, balance hormones, and feed your microbiome.

Takeaways:

Discover how crucifers’ unique compounds - sulforaphane, indole-3-carbinol, and glucosinolates - burn away inflammation in a lake of sulfur and activate your body’s detox and repair systems.

Get key tips on how to make cruciferous veggies easier to digest so you can make peace with your microbiome and hacks for even the most finicky of supertasters to reduce the strong flavors of this veggie family.

Learn how cooking, chopping, and pairing crucifers with the right fats and acids can amplify their health benefits and make them taste better.

🥦 Your Daily Sacrament:
Uncover compelling reasons why one serving of crucifers a day can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer.

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Every month a new “superfood” takes the spotlight, but mushrooms have been quietly carrying the science for decades. They deliver gut-training fibers, immune-priming beta-glucans, and rare antioxidants that guard your cells from numerous daily onslaughts.

In this episode, I break down how fungi strengthen your microbiome, fine-tune your immune system, support your heart and blood sugar, and even show promise in longevity research. Mushrooms are simple, can be affordable, and are easy to add into the meals you already eat.

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Lithium: Not Just for Moods, but for Memories. A new Nature study links low lithium levels in the brain—not the blood—to early Alzheimer’s, with mouse data showing memory nearly restored when lithium was reintroduced. In this episode of Blasphemous Nutrition, I unpack the science, the hype, and the hazards: from plaques that “kidnap” lithium, why supplements aren’t the go-to, to the foods and waters where this quiet mineral naturally shows up. Eat your veggies, savor your seafood, and pour that mineral water—because lithium might be your brain’s unsuspecting guardian.

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Is your steak really a one-way ticket straight to Club Diabetes? This week, Aimee slices into the research behind those fear-mongering headlines blaming red meat for type 2 diabetes. We’ll unpack the big studies (EPIC-InterAct, NHS, HPFS) and serve up the nuance your metabolic health actually needs — all with a side of sass. Grab your fork — this one might save your sanity (and your steak).

Episodes Mentioned in this Podcast:

Episode 10 - Lose Weight and Lower Blood Sugar by Asking These 2 Questions Before Each Meal

Episode 43 - Must Have Nutrients to Balance Blood Sugar!

Episode 51 - Can You Eat Too Much Protein?

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Is your energy crashing harder than your inbox on a Monday morning? Feel like your blood sugar has a mind of its own (and a chaotic one at that)?

It may be time to trade that beige lunch of sadness for a colorful plate that keeps your glucose curve calm and supports your body's health and energy needs!

In this episode, Aimee pulls back the curtain on the real metabolic magic happening in your produce drawer. You’ll learn:

• Why bitterness isn’t dietary punishment - it’s your metabolic superpower
• How flavonoids and polyphenols train your cells to finally listen to insulin’s knock
• The minerals and nutrients your metabolism has been begging for
• How to build a plate that supports stable blood sugar without turning you into an annoying wellness cult recruit

No green juice gospel, here! Just science-backed strategies to help you age like a badass and feel steady in your skin.

Episodes referenced:

• Ep 53: The Fast and the Fiber-ous
• Ep 55: Protecting Your Brain Means Protecting Your Heart

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So, what’s the deal with Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)? Let’s break it down! These little gadgets are like the trendy accessory everyone’s wearing, but they’re not just for the diabetes crowd anymore. Originally, they were lifesavers for folks with diabetes, helping them more swiftly and accurately target insulin dosing in response to blood sugar spikes. But now? They’ve become the latest wellness flex for CEOs and influencers who think they’re biohacking their way to immortality.

In this episode, Aimee busts some influencer BS and advises on when CGMs can be useful, while also providing practical strategies for metabolic health without tech dependency. If you’re tempted to jump on the CGM bandwagon, are already riding it and wondering if it is worth it, or want to explore a more nuanced take on the matter, this episode is for you!

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In this episode of Blasphemous Nutrition, Aimee highlights how produce influences cognitive resilience and suggests attainable ways to incorporate them into your diet without puritanical lifestyle changes. As medical advances have so far failed to provide significant preventative solutions for cognitive decline, Aimee argues that turning to our kitchens rather than medicine cabinets may hold the key. Through a comprehensive exploration, this episode breaks down the science behind how specific foods can combat inflammation, support vascular health, and bolster cognitive resilience.

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