Truth or Trend Podcast

Unlocking the Truth about Weight Loss Injections

Join us to learn the truth about popular weight loss injections from an experienced physician who has dedicated years to researching obesity. Dr. Braddock shares her experience prescribing these medications and debunks common misconceptions surrounding weight loss injections. 
 
More about Dr. Amy Braddock!
Dr. Braddock is a practicing family physician and Associate Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Missouri. She graduated from the University of Missouri School of Medicine in 2009 and Residency Program in 2012. In 2015, she completed an Academic Fellowship earning MsPH degree. Dr. Braddock researches child obesity especially new technologies for families and EHR tools for providers to address child obesity in clinic. She cares for patients in her continuity family medicine clinic, including adults and children with obesity, as well as teaches residents and medical students in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
 
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Sound Editor: Evan Holley, Nutrition and Health Specialist for MU Extension

The Truth About Vegetarian and Vegan Diets

Sarah Wood, RD, is back on the podcast to talk about vegetarian and vegan diets. There are a lot of assumptions about these diets and Sarah shares the truth about her personal and professional expertise on this topic! 
 
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kayliewalker@missouri.edu 
 
Sound Editor: Evan Holley, Nutrition and Health Specialist for MU Extension

The Cold Hard Truth About Ice Baths

Have you seen or heard of ice baths and wondered if this is just a health trend or if there is good reasoning behind it? Melissa Cotton, Nutrition and Health Specialist for MU Extension wondered the same thing and did the research so you don't have to! Melissa shares all about cold immersion therapy including the health benefits and potential risks. After listening to this episode, you'll be able to decide if this is something you are willing to try for yourself. 
 
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kayliewalker@missouri.edu 
 
Sound Editor: Evan Holley, Nutrition and Health Specialist for MU Extension
 
References:
https://www.uclahealth.org/news/6-cold-shower-benefits-consider
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-18545-8_16
https://repository.rcsi.com/articles/journal_contribution/Cryotherapy_and_cold_water_immersion_a_deep_dive/23987661
https://academic.oup.com/bmb/article-abstract/146/1/43/7160593
https://journals.lww.com/annalsofsurgery/abstract/2023/02000/the_effect_of_cryotherapy_application_on.32.aspx
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40001-023-01385-z
 

Is BMI a true measurement of our health?

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Steve Ball, a Professor at the University of Missouri and our State Fitness Specialist for MU Extension. Steve tells me all about his experience with body composition research and shared some really interesting stories! You won't want to miss this episode! 
 
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kayliewalker@missouri.edu 
 
Sound Editor: Evan Holley, Nutrition and Health Specialist for MU Extension

The Truth About Soy

Sarah Wood, State Nutrition Specialist for MU Extension, and Hannah Whitaker, Nutrition and Health Specialist, join Kaylie to discuss their partnership with the Midsouth Soybean Board to empower Missourians to add soy to their diet for some extra protein! Sarah and Hannah also debunk some common misconceptions about human consumption of soy and soybeans.  
 
Check out the Norborne Soybean Festival: August 1-3 
https://www.facebook.com/NorborneSoybeanFestival/ 
 
Resources:
Midsouth Soybean Board: https://www.themiraclebean.com/about/
Alpha Gal info: https://www.cdc.gov/alpha-gal-syndrome/about/index.html
Soy Recipes: https://www.bandblegacyfarms.com/soy-kitchen
 
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kayliewalker@missouri.edu 
 
Sound Editor: Evan Holley, Nutrition and Health Specialist for MU Extension
 

Are short amounts of exercise beneficial?

On this episode of the Truth or Trend Podcast, Liz Harrison, a Nutrition and Health Specialist from MU Extension, discusses the benefits of physical activity, regardless of whether you exercise for 10 minutes or an hour. If you feel like your activity doesn't count because it's not a 30 or 60-minute workout, we hope to change your mind!
 
If you are looking for a movement challenge this summer, check out MU Extension's 100 Miles, 100 Days Summer Challenge!
 
References & Resources:
Women may realize health benefits of regular exercise more than men | National Institutes of Health (NIH)
https://health.gov/sites/default/files/2019-09/Physical_Activity_Guidelines_2nd_edition.pdf
MU Extension - Health and Human Sciences (facebook.com)
Missouri State Parks (mostateparks.com)
 
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kayliewalker@missouri.edu 
 
Sound Editor: Evan Holley, Nutrition and Health Specialist for MU Extension
 

Health Benefits of Community Engagement

While this may not be a trending topic, there are many health benefits to getting involved in your community! Kaylie chats with Rachel Brown, Community Health Specialist for MU Extension about their personal experiences of getting involved in the community. Rachel sheds light on how this can impact an individual's health and well-being. If you are already involved in the community and you're feeling burnt out this is a good episode for you! 
 
Resources:
University of Minnesota: 5 Societal Issues that Can Benefit from Civic Engagement
Healthy People 2030: Civic Participation 
 
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kayliewalker@missouri.edu 
 
Sound Editor: Evan Holley
 

Fitness Trends

On this episode, Kaylie talks with Candace Rodman a Nutrition and Health Specialist for MU Extension about focusing on functional fitness instead of heavy lifting as a form of exercise for the average person. They also discuss social media influences and different challenges that are trending and how to decide if it's something you should try for yourself or avoid. 
 
Join a local Stay Strong, Stay Healthy class in-person or online here: https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/stay-strong-stay-healthy 
 
References and other trustworthy articles to learn more:
Pacheco, M. M., Teixeira, L. A., Franchini, E., & Takito, M. Y. (2013). Functional vs. Strength training in adults: specific needs define the best intervention. International journal of sports physical therapy, 8(1), 34–43.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3578432/
Article from Mayo Clinic - Functional fitness: Is it right for you?
https://diet.mayoclinic.org/us/blog/2021/functional-fitness-is-it-right-for-you/
Wagener, S., Hoppe, M. W., Hotfiel, T., Engelhardt, M., Javanmardi, S., Baumgart, C., & Freiwald, J. (2020). CrossFit® – Development, Benefits and Risks [CrossFit® – Entwicklung, Nutzen und Risiken]. Sportorthopa¨die-Sporttraumatologie, 36(3), 241–249. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.orthtr.2020.07.001
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7473349/
Feito, Y., Burrows, E. K., & Tabb, L. P. (2018). A 4-Year Analysis of the Incidence of Injuries Among CrossFit-Trained Participants. Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine, 6(10), 2325967118803100. https://doi.org/10.1177/2325967118803100
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6201188/
Functional Fitness Exercises
https://blog.nasm.org/functional-training-compound-workouts
 

Is canning food at home safe?

On this episode of the Truth or Trend podcast, Kaylie chats with Leslie Bertsch who is the State Specialist in Home Food Preservation for the University of Missouri Extension. Leslie shares the facts behind why it is so important to know how to can and preserve food safely at home. 
 
*Since the recording of this podcast, Leslie Bertsch has left Extension. Contact your local Extension office for your food preservation questions. Find your local office here: https://extension.missouri.edu/counties 
 
Reach out to Kaylie for questions or future episode ideas at kayliewalker@missouri.edu 
 
Resources: 
National Center for Home Food Preservation: https://nchfp.uga.edu/#gsc.tab=0 
USDA: https://www.nifa.usda.gov/about-nifa/blogs/usdas-complete-guide-home-canning 
Online Food Preservation Course: https://extension.missouri.edu/courses/food-preservation 
MU Extension Food Preservation Resources and Newsletter: https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/food-preservation
Ball Corporation: https://www.ballmasonjars.com/canning-preserving-guides.html 
So Easy to Preserve book: https://www.fcs.uga.edu/extension/so-easy-to-preserve 

How do relationships affect our health?

Trigger warning - this episode may contain sensitive content including discussion of intimate partner violence and relationship conflict
During this episode, Dr. Kale Monk, Associate Professor for the University of Missouri and State Specialist for Health and Human Sciences Extension, talks about the importance of relationships and how they affect our mental and physical health. 
 
Resources mentioned:
Relationship Maintenance: Theory, Process, and Context 
https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/relationship-maintenance/9FB91CA57D02D4AFD8898E7B581C0F55
John Gottman - The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work
https://www.gottman.com/product/the-seven-principles-for-making-marriage-work/
https://myrelevate.com/
ShowMe Healthy Relationships
https://m.cmpgn.page/hKLc39
https://www.facebook.com/ShowMeHealthyRelationships
Find a therapist onlinehttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://www.therapistlocator.net/ 
Contact Info:
Dr. Kale Monk
monkj@missouri.edu 
Kaylie Walker
kayliewalker@missouri.edu