Healthy Simple Mexican Dietitian

Healthy Simple Mexican Dietitian

Author: Anna Rios Language: English Episodes: 30
Anna Rios is a Mexican-American registered dietitian who believes that nourishing your body shouldn't mean abandoning your heritage. In her Healthy Simple Mexican Dietitian podcast, she moves beyond generic diet advice to explore what health truly looks like within a cultural context. You'll hear honest discussions about managing conditions like diabetes, incorporating plant-based meals in a traditional framework, and dismantling the pervasive wellness myths that often don't serve communities of color. Anna provides actionable, practical tips that you can use immediately, all while honoring the flavors and food traditions that feel like home. This is a space for women, especially, to find empowerment and agency over their well-being, without compromise. Each heart-centered conversation in this podcast is designed to help you build a sustainable, joyful relationship with food that celebrates where you come from. Tune in for a blend of professional expertise and personal understanding that makes nutrition feel accessible, relevant, and deeply connected to your life.
Episodes
Pregnancy: Nutrition Throughout the Trimesters [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:35
Send us Fan MailPregnancy changes everything—including your nutritional needs. In this episode, we walk through each trimester, breaking down what your body needs most and how to meet those needs without stress or perfec…
Pregnancy: Body Image, and The Unexpected for a First-Time Mom (PART I) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:03
Send us Fan MailLet’s talk about the side of pregnancy that no one prepares you for — the raw, unfiltered, and deeply emotional journey of growing a human. In this episode, I’m opening up about the surprises that hit me…
Is a Plant-Based Diet Really That Great? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:35
Send us Fan MailCurious about going plant-based but not sure if it’s worth it? In this episode, I break down the real health benefits of a plant-based diet, clear up confusion around protein, and explain the difference b…
The Truth About Tortillas: Corn and Flour [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:56
Send us Fan MailThis Mexican-American dietitian is bringing all the facts and science to break it all down for you. In today's episode, we will cover:Brief history of corn and flour tortillasWhy are tortillas seen as bad…
Is Canola Oil Toxic and Which Oils Are Best? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:14
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we unpack the growing fear around canola oil and other seed oils. Is canola oil really toxic or inflammatory? We dive into the science behind omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, inflammation…
Mindful Eating: Healing Your Relationship With Food [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:05
Send us Fan MailThe most significant step you can take to start healing your relationship with food is practicing mindful eating. In this episode, we will talk about:What is Mindful eating?Why should we practice mindful…
Understanding Stress and Emotional Eating [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:51
Send us Fan MailDaily life stressors and the current political environment can trigger stress and emotional eating. Let's talk about how stress influences our food choices, how to recognize our coping mechanisms, and why…
How to Eat a Balanced Mexican Diet [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:44
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, we will cover:What makes a meal healthy?Food as energy and types of food groupsHow to balance your Mexican plateEasy tips to eat healthier Mexican foodHow mentality is everything Wheth…
Is Mexican Food Unhealthy? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:29
Send us Fan MailIs Mexican food unhealthy? Why is it looked down on? Understanding why Mexican food is perceived this way helps us make peace with our food and reconnect with our cultura. In this episode, we’re digging i…
Bienvenidos: My Story, My Roots, and Why I Started This Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:10
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the very first episode of Healthy Simple Mexican Dietitian— where cultura meets wellness. I'm your host, Anna Rios, a Mexican-American registered dietitian, recipe developer, and content creato…