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The Nutrition Nuggets Podcast

Dale Pinnock
The Nutrition Nuggets Podcast
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    Why you feel bloated (even when you eat well)

    15/05/2026 | 9 mins.
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    In this episode we take a closer look at bloating — and why it can show up even when you feel like you’re eating a healthy diet.
    It’s a common and often frustrating experience. You make positive changes to your food, focus on whole ingredients, and expect to feel better… yet your digestion doesn’t always seem to follow suit.
    The reality is, what’s happening beneath the surface is often more complex than simply reacting to a particular food. There are multiple systems at play, and understanding how they interact can completely change the way you approach digestive symptoms.
    In this episode, we explore what may really be going on inside the body, and why this is not always about “good” or “bad” foods.
    If you’ve ever felt confused by your digestion, or wondered why symptoms don’t always match your expectations, this will give you a much clearer way of looking at it.
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    What actually drives cravings (it’s not just willpower)

    08/05/2026 | 9 mins.
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    In this episode we take a closer look at cravings — and why they might not be what you think they are.
    For many people, cravings feel unpredictable… almost like a lapse in discipline or a lack of control. But when you start to look beneath the surface, there’s often a much deeper story unfolding inside the body.
    The signals that drive you towards certain foods aren’t random. They’re shaped by a complex interaction between your physiology, your environment, and the way your body is responding to your diet over time.
    In this episode, we explore what’s really going on behind the scenes — and why understanding this can completely change the way you approach food, appetite, and control.
    If you’ve ever wondered why certain cravings feel so strong, or why they seem to show up at specific times, this will give you a much clearer perspective.
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    The role of mitochondria in energy, ageing, and health

    01/05/2026 | 10 mins.
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    In this episode we explore one of the most important — yet often overlooked — aspects of human health: how your body actually produces energy at a cellular level.
    When people talk about “low energy”, it’s usually framed in very general terms. But beneath the surface, there are highly specialised systems working constantly to keep you functioning — and when those systems aren’t operating efficiently, the effects can be felt in ways that go far beyond simple tiredness.
    This episode takes a closer look at what’s really happening inside the body, and why this process plays such a central role in everything from daily energy levels to long-term health.
    If you’ve ever felt like your energy isn’t quite where it should be, or you’re interested in understanding how nutrition influences the body at a deeper level, this is one to listen to.
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    How to balance your hormones (through food)

    24/04/2026 | 8 mins.
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    In this episode, we’re taking a closer look at hormones — and more importantly, what people actually mean when they talk about “balancing” them.
    It’s one of the most talked-about ideas in health and nutrition, but also one of the most misunderstood. There’s no shortage of advice promising to fix or reset your hormones, but very little explanation of what’s really going on inside the body — or what actually makes a meaningful difference.
    The reality is, your hormones don’t operate in isolation. They’re part of a complex, interconnected system that responds constantly to the way you live, eat, and fuel your body.
    And often, the biggest influences aren’t the things you’d expect.
    In this episode, we break things down in a clear, practical way — looking at how everyday food choices interact with key systems in the body, and why one fundamental aspect of nutrition plays a much bigger role in hormonal balance than most people realise.
    If you’ve ever felt like your body isn’t quite responding the way it should… or that something is slightly out of sync without knowing why… this will give you a much clearer lens to understand what’s really going on.
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    Does snacking help you… or make things worse?

    17/04/2026 | 10 mins.
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    In this episode, we’re unpacking one of the most common — and most misunderstood — parts of modern eating: snacking.
    On the surface, it seems simple. A handful of something here, a quick bite there… it feels harmless, and in some cases even helpful. But when you zoom out and look at the bigger picture, the impact of snacking on the body is far more significant than most people realise.
    The challenge is, it’s not just about what you snack on. It’s about what happens inside your body every time you eat — how your system responds, how often those responses are triggered, and what that means over the course of a full day, a full week, and beyond.
    For many people, snacking is something that happens automatically. It becomes part of the rhythm of the day. But what if that rhythm isn’t actually working in your favour?
    In this episode, we take a closer look at what’s really going on beneath the surface, and why this one daily habit can have a much bigger influence on energy, appetite, and overall health than you might expect.
    If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for something between meals without really thinking about it — or wondering whether your eating pattern is helping or hindering your progress — this is one you’ll want to hear.
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About The Nutrition Nuggets Podcast
https://www.nutritionalmedicineschool.com/foundations-course-opt-inHelping YOU get clarity on Nutrition. Presented by Dale Pinnock 'The Medicinal Chef'. Best selling author of 20 books that are now in 19 Languages in 22 countries. Dale holds a BSc in Human Nutrition, a BSc in Herbal Medicine, and a Post Graduate degree in Nutritional Medicine from the University of Surrey. A regular face on British TV shows such as This Morning, Lorraine and co presenter of ITV's big hit show 'Eat, Shop, Save', Dale is passionate about delivering clarity and understanding to the subject of nutrition, in a time when information is so often driven by fads, fashion, half truths and unqualified influencers peddling their ideas. This podcast aims to deliver short sharp evidence based bursts of information around a different subject each week.
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