Nutrition for Noobs

About Nutrition for Noobs

Nutrition for Noobs is your go-to podcast for plant-based eating, beginners’ nutrition tips, and real-food advice you can actually use. Hosted by nutrition expert Michelle Pierce Hamilton, this biweekly show breaks down the world of holistic nutrition and makes nutrition science easy to understand. Each episode dives into a single nutrition topic and unpacks the facts behind it. From anti-inflammatory seeds, collagen, bone broth, and emulsifiers to salt, healthy pantry staples, and the benefits of whole-food and plant-forward diets, you’ll get nutrition science explained in a way that’s clear, practical, and refreshingly down-to-earth. Michelle, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, turns complex research into simple strategies for better eating. Whether you're exploring gut health, supporting chronic conditions, navigating aging, or just trying to eat more real, whole foods, you’ll finish each episode informed, inspired, and ready to try something new in the kitchen. Listen wherever you get your favourite podcasts, hit subscribe, and enjoy real-food nutrition talk that’s supportive and non-judgmental. Contact the show at hello@nutritionfornoobs.com or join the community on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nutrition4noobs) or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/nutrition4noobs).

Publisher

N4N Productions Plant Based Eating Experts

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Jun 2023

Latest episode

27 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

82 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Oct 2026

   (Encore) Ep 38 - Are Emulsifiers Wrecking Your Gut? What New Science Says About Food Additives and the Microbiome

   Could the “healthy” foods in your fridge be affecting your gut? In this encore presentation of one of our most popular episodes, Michelle and Kevin unpack the surprising science behind food emulsifiers and what they may be doing to your gut microbiome and digestive health. From polysorbate 80 and carrageenan to xanthan gum and carboxymethyl cellulose, they explore the latest research linking common food additives to gut disruption, inflammation, immune responses and chronic disease. You’ll learn how emulsifiers work, the difference between natural and synthetic additives, what emerging research says about conditions like Crohn’s disease and how to spot emulsifiers on food labels. A research-driven look at what’s really in your food, and what it could mean for your gut. If you have questions for Michelle, send them to hello@nutritionfornoobs.com or connect with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nutrition4noobs (https://www.facebook.com/nutrition4noobs)) or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/nutrition4noobs (https://www.instagram.com/nutrition4noobs))

2. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Ep 78 - A New Blue Zone and Living to 100 (and a Bittersweet Goodbye)

   What can a remote village in Sardinia teach us about living longer, and living better? In this episode, Michelle and Kevin explore the newly identified Blue Zone of Boletana, where women appear to have an extraordinary chance of reaching 100. They dig into what makes this community so unusual, from its predominantly plant-based diet and naturally active lifestyle to its strong family and social connections, while considering the possible role of genetics and culture. The conversation also looks beyond individual habits to the bigger question: Can we actually create Blue Zone communities by changing the environments where people live, work, eat and move? From walkable neighborhoods to healthier food environments, Michelle explains how Blue Zone principles can potentially be applied in communities around the world. And in a bittersweet turn, Kevin shares that he's stepping away from the podcast after more than 75 episodes. Michelle and Kevin reflect on their journey together, what they've learned and what comes next for the Noobisphere. (Don't worry Noobs, the podcast will march on!) Visit our site at https://nutritionfornoobs.com (https://nutritionfornoobs.com/) for resources, a comprehensive glossary, you can search through our entire catalog of past episodes and our 'getting started' guide that suggests episodes to start with if you're new to the whole nutrition thing (since we love our noobs!). Have a question for Michelle? Get in touch at hello@nutritionfornoobs.com or connect with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nutrition4noobs (https://www.facebook.com/nutrition4noobs)) or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/nutrition4noobs (https://www.instagram.com/nutrition4noobs))

3. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Ep 77 - GLP-1 Drugs: What You Need to Know Before You Take the Shot

   GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have gone from relatively unfamiliar diabetes treatments to mainstream weight-loss drugs almost overnight. Kevin and Michelle unpack why these medications have become so popular, how GLP-1 receptor agonists work in the body, and what people should know before treating them like a quick-fix solution. They discuss appetite suppression, digestion, blood sugar regulation, potential side effects, muscle loss, nutritional adequacy, exercise, weight regain after stopping treatment, and the growing concern around counterfeit and unauthorized products. Michelle also explains why protein, fiber, micronutrients, hydration and resistance training become especially important when appetite is dramatically reduced. Rather than taking a blanket “for or against” position, the hosts argue for treating GLP-1s with the same care and respect as any other prescription medication, and for making informed decisions with qualified healthcare professionals. Links to references are available at https://nutritionfornoobs.com/77-glp-1-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-take-the-shot.html If you have questions about GLP-1s for out upcoming 'specialist' episodes, send them to hello@nutritionfornoobs.com or connect with us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nutrition4noobs) or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/nutrition4noobs)

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

4.5 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 33 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

40

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

67

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