The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast

A Cardiac Nurse & Dietitian's Guide to Heart Health: Testing, Prevention, Myths & More with Angela Hartley, RN (ep – 91)

Heart disease is the number one cause of death for both women and men, yet so much confusion still surrounds it.In this episode, Ginger sits down with Angela Hartley, RN, a cardiac rehab specialist, personal trainer, and nutritional therapist, for a conversation that reframes heart health as something empowering rather than scary. Together, they unpack the numbers you actually need to know, the tests worth advocating for, and the truth about how eggs, sodium, and saturated fat impact cardiovascular health. Whether you're being proactive or finding your footing after a cardiac event, this episode explains why your heart is not something to fear, it's something to understand.In this episode, we’ll cover: [00:02:36] Overview of heart health risk factors and cardiac events[00:03:42] What to get tested for: blood pressure, A1c, and cholesterol[00:09:31] How heart attack symptoms differ in women vs. men[00:11:39] Myth-busting eggs, sodium, and saturated fat[00:13:48] How different foods affect different labs (LDL vs. triglycerides)[00:19:43] Recognizing when something feels "off" in your body[00:21:39] Returning to exercise safely after a cardiac event[00:25:42] Where to start with nutrition after a cardiac event[00:29:50] Angela's biggest takeaway: know your numbersConnect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Connect with Angela on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook or her Website. Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. Orgain, LLC is providing these episodes on an "as is" basis and makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the podcast episodes. Orgain, LLC nor any of its directors, employees or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this document. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties.

Understanding Protein: Evidence-Based Answers for Health's Hottest Trend with Dr. Michael Ormsbee, PhD (ep – 90)

Everyone's talking about protein. Not everyone's getting it right. So the question is: how much of the conversation is science, and how much of it is noise?Dr. Michael Ormsbee, researcher, endurance athlete, and protein expert from Florida State University, is back with host Ginger Hultin to give protein the evidence-based conversation it deserves. In this episode, they cover how protein actually functions in the body and why hitting your daily protein target matters more than most people realize. Dr. Ormsbee shares what his decades of research reveal about how much protein you actually need, why the recommended daily amounts have recently been updated. They also tackle the plant vs. animal debate, food vs. supplements, and whether protein timing actually moves the needle.So hit play; your answers are just one click away!In this episode, we’ll cover: [00:00:04] Why protein is having such a big cultural moment[00:03:50] How protein works in the body and its role in muscle, metabolism, and recovery[00:07:35] Resistance training, protein, and preserving muscle during weight loss[00:09:23] How much protein you actually need[00:12:30] Plant-based vs. animal-based protein, and food vs. supplements[00:18:34] Protein timing and how to think about tracking your intake[00:21:32] Staying intentional about protein without becoming obsessive[00:23:14] Prioritizing fitness and building sustainable habitsConnect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Connect with Dr. Michael Ormsbee on Instagram, LinkedIn or Website. Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. Orgain, LLC is providing these episodes on an "as is" basis and makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the podcast episodes. Orgain, LLC nor any of its directors, employees or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this document. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties.

How to Recover Smarter After Every Workout with Dr. Michael Ormsbee (ep – 89)

If you have ever pushed hard in the gym and still felt like you were spinning your wheels, the problem might not be your training. It might be everything that happens after.In this episode, Dr. Ginger Hultin sits down with Dr. Michael Ormsbee, Professor at Florida State University and Executive Director of the Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine, to dig into what exercise recovery actually means and how to do it well. Together, they chat about how to approach post-workout nutrition and protein timing, build a smarter hydration strategy, and use sleep as a muscle recovery tool. They also tackle the surprising truth about eating before bed, and what the research actually says.So if you are looking for science-backed strategies to recover faster and come back stronger for your next workout, give this episode a listen.In this episode, we’ll cover: [00:00:05] Introduction to recovery and why it matters [00:02:40] The "Toyota of health and fitness" philosophy[00:04:05] What's happening in your muscles and bones during recovery[00:05:55] Recovery nutrition: how to build a plate that supports repair[00:13:35] Myth Bust: "If I'm not sore, I didn't work hard enough"[00:16:16] Hydration for recovery: why most people are starting behind[00:20:35] Sleep as a recovery pillar and why it deserves top priority[00:22:56] Pre-sleep protein: what the research actually shows[00:28:24] Where to start when it all feels overwhelmingMentioned in this episode The Institute of Sports Sciences and MedicineMenopause Episodes with Dr. Wendy Ellis How to Support Your Body Through Menopause (ep – 85)What Women Should Be Testing in Midlife (ep – 86)Connect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Connect with Dr. Michael Ormsbee on Instagram, LinkedIn or website. Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. Orgain, LLC is providing these episodes on an "as is" basis and makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the podcast episodes. Orgain, LLC nor any of its directors, employees or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this document. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties.

What Protein, Gut Health, and GLP-1s Mean for Weight Health with Ashley Koff, RD (ep – 88)

Would you believe that nutrition for weight health is not about following the strictest diet, cutting the most calories, or chasing one perfect macro? For Ashley Koff, RD, acclaimed weight-health expert, it is about understanding what your body needs to function better. In this episode, she sits down once again with Dr. Ginger Hultin to unpack what nutrition really looks like when the goal is supporting weight health. Together, they explore why better nutrition goes beyond diet labels, calorie counting, or one-size-fits-all advice. Ashley shares how timing, quality, digestion, and total nutrition all play a role, while exploring today’s biggest conversations around protein, fiber, GLP-1 medications, liquid nutrition, and food satisfaction.If you’ve ever wondered what to eat for weight health, this episode offers a more personalized and nuanced way to think about nutrition. In this episode, we’ll cover: [00:02:34] Ashley's four pillars of Better Nutrition[00:03:53] How to navigate popular diet trends[00:07:17] Fiber, GLP-1 medications, and why timing and amount matter[00:13:10] GLP-1 side effects and the nutrients most at risk[00:16:33] Why liquid nutrition can be a game-changer for GLP-1s[00:17:16] The role of food enjoyment and satisfaction in your health journey[00:21:54] How to successfully transition off GLP-1 medications[00:23:33] Understanding protein and getting back to what your body needs[00:26:32] Ashley's book and her approach to weight healthConnect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Connect with Ashley Koff on Instagram, LinkedIn or Website. Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. Orgain, LLC is providing these episodes on an "as is" basis and makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the podcast episodes. Orgain, LLC nor any of its directors, employees or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this document. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties.

Rethinking Weight Loss: The Science of Weight Health with Ashley Koff, RD (ep – 87)

The body is complex, and the mechanics are anything but simple. So why does that so often get forgotten in conversations about weight loss?In this episode, Dr. Ginger Hultin sits down with Ashley Koff, an acclaimed weight-health expert and practitioner with more than 25 years of experience, to break down the mechanics of weight change and why the conversation needs to move beyond the scale. For Ashley, weight is a signal, not a personal failure or a simple math equation. Together, she and Ginger unpack why BMI and “calories in, calories out” often miss the bigger picture, and why true health requires looking at digestion, hydration, blood sugar, hormones, sleep, muscle, fat, bone, and daily lifestyle patterns.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or discouraged by the weight loss conversation, this episode brings both science and compassion to the table, offering a clearer starting point for understanding your own journey toward weight health.In this episode, we’ll cover: [00:00:04] Why weight loss keeps having cultural moments[00:02:50] The difference between weight loss and weight health[00:06:15] What the weight health ecosystem actually includes[00:10:24] GLP-1 medications and what the research actually says[00:14:11] Caloric windows, meal timing, and your body's recovery phase[00:18:16] What hydration really means and why it's more than drinking water[00:20:12] Blood sugar, metabolism, and the weight health hormones[00:24:59] How to think about GLP-1 medications[00:26:50] How to reframe your weight health journeyConnect with Dr. Ginger Hultin on Instagram, LinkedIn or her website. Connect with Ashley Koff on Instagram, LinkedIn or Website. Disclaimer: The material presented in this podcast, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should seek the recommendation of a medical professional regarding a medical condition or treatment or before starting a new nutrition and/or health regimen. Orgain, LLC is providing these episodes on an "as is" basis and makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the podcast episodes. Orgain, LLC nor any of its directors, employees or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this document. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties.