Listen to episode 236:

"A balanced diet doesn't need added sugar": Dasha

July 20, 2025

Dasha is a registered dietitian who grew up in the US with Russian parents. Her family ate home-cooked meals but also sweets.

In this episode, we talk about:

  • food and meal prep in different cultures
  • what is an extreme diet
  • what is a balanced diet
  • sugar and salt
  • what happens when we deprive ourselves
  • the notion of balance

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