Blasphemous Nutrition

Feeling overwhelmed by meal planning? Same. Between cookbooks you never open, a pantry full of mystery items, and influencers with color-coded fridges, making a weekly menu can feel like a second job—minus the paycheck.In this episode, I’m showing you how to turn ChatGPT (or your favorite AI) into a meal-planning assistant that actually works for your real life. You’ll learn the 5 rules I use to create nutrient-dense weekly menus without food boredom, wasted groceries, or endless scrolling through Pinterest.We’ll cover how to:• Set clear dietary rules and goals (protein, produce, allergies, protocols—your non-negotiables)• Use your pantry and freezer to avoid buying your 4th jar of cumin• Layer in medical or nutritional protocols like Wahls or low-FODMAP• Turn ingredient lists into actual recipes you’ll want to eat• Generate a smart, organized grocery list that doesn’t send you back to the store for cilantroIf you’re tired of winging it, tired of food boredom, or tired of being the household pantry detective—this episode is your new weekly ritual!Stay salty, stay curious, and let’s go to health.Download the Free Step-by-Step Guide Here! https://vibrancenutrition.com/your-free-ai-meal-planning-guide-is-here/CHAT ME UP: let me know what's on your mind by texting here! Find Research Citations and Transcript at Blasphemous Nutrition on Substack Work with Aimee Photography by: Dai Ross Photography Podcast Cover Art: Lilly Kate Creative How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts Via iOS Device1. Open Apple Podcast App (purple app icon that says Podcasts).2. Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose “search”3. Search for “Blasphemous Nutrition”4. Click on the SHOW, not the episode.5. Scroll all the way down to “Ratings and Reviews” section6. Click on “Write a Review” (if you don’t see that option, click on “See All” first)7. Rate the show on a five-star scale (5 is highest rating) and write a review!8. Bask in the glow of doing a good deed that makes a difference!

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 KnowCHAT ME UP: let me know what's on your mind by texting here! Find Research Citations and Transcript at Blasphemous Nutrition on Substack Work with Aimee Photography by: Dai Ross Photography Podcast Cover Art: Lilly Kate Creative How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts Via iOS Device1. Open Apple Podcast App (purple app icon that says Podcasts).2. Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose “search”3. Search for “Blasphemous Nutrition”4. Click on the SHOW, not the episode.5. Scroll all the way down to “Ratings and Reviews” section6. Click on “Write a Review” (if you don’t see that option, click on “See All” first)7. Rate the show on a five-star scale (5 is highest rating) and write a review!8. Bask in the glow of doing a good deed that makes a difference!

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.CHAT ME UP: let me know what's on your mind by texting here! Find Research Citations and Transcript at Blasphemous Nutrition on Substack Work with Aimee Photography by: Dai Ross Photography Podcast Cover Art: Lilly Kate Creative How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts Via iOS Device1. Open Apple Podcast App (purple app icon that says Podcasts).2. Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose “search”3. Search for “Blasphemous Nutrition”4. Click on the SHOW, not the episode.5. Scroll all the way down to “Ratings and Reviews” section6. Click on “Write a Review” (if you don’t see that option, click on “See All” first)7. Rate the show on a five-star scale (5 is highest rating) and write a review!8. Bask in the glow of doing a good deed that makes a difference!

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.Ready to see how a few servings a week can pay off for your health now—and for years to come? Hit play and let’s dig in.CHAT ME UP: let me know what's on your mind by texting here! Find Research Citations and Transcript at Blasphemous Nutrition on Substack Work with Aimee Photography by: Dai Ross Photography Podcast Cover Art: Lilly Kate Creative How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts Via iOS Device1. Open Apple Podcast App (purple app icon that says Podcasts).2. Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose “search”3. Search for “Blasphemous Nutrition”4. Click on the SHOW, not the episode.5. Scroll all the way down to “Ratings and Reviews” section6. Click on “Write a Review” (if you don’t see that option, click on “See All” first)7. Rate the show on a five-star scale (5 is highest rating) and write a review!8. Bask in the glow of doing a good deed that makes a difference!

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.Find Research Citations and Transcript at Blasphemous Nutrition on SubstackWork with AimeePhotography by: Dai Ross PhotographyPodcast Cover Art: Lilly Kate CreativeCHAT ME UP: let me know what's on your mind by texting here! Find Research Citations and Transcript at Blasphemous Nutrition on Substack Work with Aimee Photography by: Dai Ross Photography Podcast Cover Art: Lilly Kate Creative How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts Via iOS Device1. Open Apple Podcast App (purple app icon that says Podcasts).2. Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose “search”3. Search for “Blasphemous Nutrition”4. Click on the SHOW, not the episode.5. Scroll all the way down to “Ratings and Reviews” section6. Click on “Write a Review” (if you don’t see that option, click on “See All” first)7. Rate the show on a five-star scale (5 is highest rating) and write a review!8. Bask in the glow of doing a good deed that makes a difference!