Nutrition Nugget: 0 Calorie (Zero Calorie) Drinks

Nutrition Nugget: 0 Calorie (Zero Calorie) Drinks

Author: Jenn Trepeck February 27, 2026 Duration: 12:55

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-sized bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about zero-calorie drinks and whether they are really the guilt-free option we have been led to believe. A well-known Copenhagen study compared four groups of people who drank a liter a day of regular soda, diet soda, milk, or water for six months, and the results were surprising enough to stop anyone mid-sip. Could a beverage with absolutely no calories still be working against your blood sugar, waistline and your metabolism? What do your gut, your pancreas, and even your taste buds have to do with it? Jenn digs into the science, questions the study's details, and shares what she has seen play out in real life with herself and her clients for years. But before you toss your diet soda or defend it to the end, you should hear what Jenn has to say about who this affects, why, and whether the calorie count on the label is telling you anywhere near the whole story. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/

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Ever feel like the world of nutrition and wellness is full of rules that just don't fit into your actual life? That's exactly where Salad With a Side of Fries Nutrition, Wellness & Weight Loss comes in. Hosted by coach Jenn Trepeck, this isn't about rigid meal plans or labeling foods as good or bad. Instead, it's a conversation about finding a practical, balanced approach that sticks. You'll hear honest discussions that cut through the noise of popular trends, offering tools for sustainable healthy eating that doesn't require perfection. Each episode feels like getting actionable advice from a knowledgeable friend who understands the real challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle while still enjoying the foods you love. The focus is on strategies that work long-term, moving beyond quick fixes to build a smarter, more flexible relationship with food and your overall well-being. Tune in for a refreshingly realistic take on weight loss and nutrition, where the goal is progress, not punishment, and where a side of fries can absolutely be part of the journey. This podcast provides the grounded perspective and straightforward wellness advice needed to finally feel unstuck and empowered in your choices.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Nutrition Nugget: Hero Bread [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:55
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Personalizing Fitness by ADAPTing (feat. Philip Pape) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:32
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Nutrition Nugget: Aquafaba [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:46
Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about aquafaba, the mysterious liquid you’ve probably been dumping down the drain without a second though…
Special Edition: Jenn on Wits & Weights [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:33
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Nutrition Nugget: Khloud Protein Popcorn [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:40
Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about Khloud Protein Popcorn, a potentially game-changing popcorn that’s shaking up snack time with a pro…
Gestational Diabetes Demystified (feat. Kelly Carter) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:33
Feeling confused about what a gestational diabetes diagnosis means for your pregnancy and your future wellness? Curious about easy and proven ways to keep it in check? Grab a seat and join today’s conversation with Kelly…
Nutrition Nugget: Black Beluga Lentils [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:59
Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about black beluga lentils, a superfood hiding in plain sight. Curious about this tiny legume that packs…
Rigid vs Flexible Habits (feat. Monica Packer) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:59
Ever wonder why your habits feel like a constant battle between all-or-nothing? Curious if there’s a way to make flexible habits stick without burning out? Join Jenn Trepeck on Salad with a Side of Fries as she dives int…
Nutrition Nugget: 10-3-2-1-0 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:55
Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week Jenn is talking about the 10-3-2-1-0 strategy. Created by Dr. Ashley Lucas, this strategy may unlock better sleep and boos…
Daily Habits that Serve or Sabotage Your Health and Hormones [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:52
What if the daily habit you’ve focused on is actually sabotaging your overall health? What if there’s a reason the health hack your friend or significant other swears by doesn’t make you feel your best? This episode migh…