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The Nutrition Nuggets Podcast

The Nutrition Nuggets Podcast

By: Dale Pinnock
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Helping 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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Episodes
  • What actually drives cravings (it’s not just willpower)
    May 8 2026

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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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    9 mins
  • The role of mitochondria in energy, ageing, and health
    May 1 2026

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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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    10 mins
  • How to balance your hormones (through food)
    Apr 24 2026

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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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    9 mins
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This podcast is so worth listening to. It goes into quite a lot of detail but then explains that detail in practical terms. I’m definitely going to re listen to it. I’m going to work my way through the whole series.

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