Practically Healthy by Dr. Melina

In a world of influencers posing as experts, and a time when the public’s trust in media is at an all time low, especially when it comes to nutrition and diets, Dr. Melina presents the Practically Healthy podcast. Drawing from her 20+ years experience as a nutrition MD and media contributor, along with cutting edge scientific studies and REAL facts, Dr. Melina will translate the latest health and wellness trends into what you should do, can do and will do to live your happiest, healthiest, best version of yourself.

Practically Healthy by Dr. Melina is a health podcast hosted by drmelina, with 61 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

drmelina hosts Practically Healthy by Dr. Melina, a health show with 61 episodes published.

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  Episode #61

  Why We Need to Stop Fearing Carbs — with Harley Pasternak

  May 18, 202645 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Practically Healthy with Dr. Melina, I sit down with longtime friend, celebrity trainer, nutrition expert, and bestselling author Harley Pasternak to discuss his new book, The Carb Reset Diet.</p> <p>We dive into the science behind carbohydrates, why carbs have been unfairly demonized for decades, and how social media nutrition misinformation has fueled fear around foods like fruit, legumes, whole grains, and even vegetables. Harley explains why many popular “carb-heavy” foods are actually high-fat ultra-processed foods, why fiber is one of the most overlooked nutrients in modern diets, and how low-carb extremes may negatively impa...

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  Episode #60

  Women & Brain Health with Cognition Dietician Barbie Boules RDN

  Feb 4, 20261h 7mS0

  <p>In this episode of Practically Healthy, Dr. Melina Jampolis sits down with cognition dietitian Barbie Boules, RDN, to talk about how women can protect their brain health in midlife and beyond.</p> <p>They break down the real science behind menopause, hormones, cardiometabolic health, sleep, exercise, and nutrition for dementia prevention — without the biohacking hype.</p> <p>You’ll learn why midlife is a critical window for brain health, how everyday habits like strength training, fiber intake, and quality sleep make a difference, and what the evidence actually says about supplements, hormone therapy, and GLP-1 medications.</p> <p>Practical, real...

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  Episode #59

  Micro plastics, Macro Concerns: Protecting Your Family's Health with Dr. Kara Meister

  Aug 13, 202540 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Dr. Kara Meister, Co- Clinical Chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Stanford who also runs a lab exploring some of the tough questions about plastics and children’s health, discusses her research on microplastics in children's tonsils. She found microplastics in almost every sample, including Teflon, polyethylene, and polystyrene. The presence of plastics in the environment, particularly in food packaging and household dust, is concerning and Dr. Meister discusses some of the associations with brain health, heart health, inflammation and autoimmune disease. She emphasizes practical steps to reduce exposure, such as avoiding heating plastics, using natural fibers, an...

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  Episode #58

  Women & Heart Disease Prevention with Dr. Danielle Belardo

  May 21, 202552 minS0

  <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>In the latest episode of Practically Healthy, Dr. Melina is joined by preventive cardiologist Dr. Danielle Belardo.  Dr. Belardo, founder of the Precision Preventive Cardiology Group, discusses women's heart disease, emphasizing its significance as the number one cause of death for both men and women. She highlights the historical lack of representation of women in clinical trials, risk factors/modifiers like pregnancy and menopause that are unique to women, and the robust data guiding risk reduction for women. Dr. Belardo stresses the importance of lifestyle interven...

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  Episode #57

  Heart Health 101: Advanced Testing, Nutrition & Prevention with Dr. Michael Dansinger

  Apr 12, 20251h 3mS0

  <p>Dr. Michael Danziger, a renowned expert in diabetes reversal and personalized nutrition, discusses advanced cardio metabolic testing and dietary strategies for heart health. He emphasizes the importance of advanced tests like coronary artery calcium scores, LP(a) levels, and HS-CRP for risk assessment. Danziger highlights the significance of genetic factors, such as LP(a) levels, in determining cardiovascular risk. He advocates for a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins, while limiting refined carbs and animal fats. Danziger also discusses the role of exercise and supplements like fiber and plant sterols in managing cholesterol. He stresses the importance...

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