Nutritionist Monica Reinagel joins Midday for another edition of Smart Nutrition. Reinagel is a licensed nutritionist and the author of six books who blogs at nutritionovereasy.com. She is also the creator of the weekly Nutrition Diva podcast, which has become one of iTunes' most highly ranked health and fitness podcasts since it debuted in 2008.
Ted Kyle joins the beginning of our show to talk about addictive junk foods and compulsive eating. Can these factors be the driving force behind an epidemic of obesity?
We answer your pressing questions on healthy living, including how much protein to include in your diet, the nutritional value of meat alternatives and practical guidance for navigating health misinformation.