660: Why adding more to your diet beats eliminating | Wendy Bazilian, DrPH, MA, RDN

"The diet you'll stay on is a diet that's enjoyable and not too hard,” says Wendy Bazilian, DrPH, MA, RDN. 

Bazilian is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist, and Doctor of Public Health. She's authored multiple bestselling books, as well as contributed to a New York Times bestseller and a James Beard-nominated cookbook. She’s a spokesperson for Avocados – Love One Today and a frequent nutrition expert cited in mindbodygreen articles. 

00:00 - The value of the food we consume

03:06 - Why dietary fat was misunderstood for decades

07:47 - Nutrient density vs. calorie counting

09:56 - Why 94% of us fall short on fiber

14:26 - Heart health, satiety, & blood sugar control

16:48 - Why the best diet is one you enjoy

18:50 - Food synergy & nutrient absorption

21:51 - Unexpected ways to cook with avocados

26:58 - The glycemic load effect

31:28 - Serving size vs. portion size