Episodes

6d ago

You can eat the pie and support your blood sugar. In this minisode, Jess shares practical tips for enjoying holiday food without spiraling. You’ll learn how to anchor your meals, sneak in movement, and focus on connection over perfection. This is your reminder that one meal (or even one week) doesn’t undo all your progress. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Dec 10

Jess and Wendy sit down with registered dietitian Tiana Lavin, who brings both clinical insight and lived experience with type 1 diabetes. Tiana shares her diagnosis story, from being brushed off to landing in the ER with DKA during college finals, and the tough stretch that followed with restrictive eating and confusing advice. Tiana talks about what she wishes she knew sooner, like why chasing “perfect” numbers can backfire. We also get into the strategies that actually help! Tiana also digs into mental health and the power of finding even one person in the diabetes community. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Dec 3

Hate tracking carbs? You’re not alone. Wendy covers how to support your blood sugar without doing math at every meal. We’ll talk about visual portion guides, how to use CGM trends to guide choices, and why some clients do better when they ditch the numbers. If you’re looking for a flexible, less stressful approach, this one’s for you. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Nov 26

In this episode, Jess and Wendy sit down with Dr. Thais Aliabadi (Dr. A) and Mary Alice Haney, co-hosts of the SHE MD podcast, for an in-depth conversation about PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). They explore why more women are being diagnosed with PCOS, debunk common misconceptions about the condition, and discuss the diagnostic criteria that many doctors miss. Dr. A shares insights on treating PCOS beyond birth control pills, the role of insulin resistance, and her experience using GLP-1 medications for patients. The conversation also tackles body image considerations, the importance of proper nutrition support, and why every woman should know their lifetime breast cancer risk. Whether you have PCOS or want to better understand this common but often misdiagnosed condition, this episode offers valuable, empowering information to help you become your own health advocate. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Nov 19

Do you really need to eat first thing in the morning…or is it okay to wait? In today’s episode, Jess walks through how to figure out what works best for your body and blood sugar. She shares client stories, easy breakfast ideas for low appetite mornings, and what to track if you’re experimenting. This one’s for anyone who’s ever wondered if skipping breakfast is helping or hurting. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Nov 12

Is it picky eating or something deeper? In this episode, RD Kristen Nyampong breaks down Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) — what it looks like, how it’s often missed, and why it can show up differently in BIPOC communities. We talk about helping clients expand food variety without pressure or shame, navigating family dynamics, and how dietitians can work through a trauma-informed and weight-inclusive lens. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Nov 5

Getting a blood sugar spike after oatmeal? Don’t panic. This doesn’t mean oats are off-limits. In this episode, Wendy breaks down why oatmeal might cause a spike, how to troubleshoot it, and what to look for in your toppings, timing, and portion sizes. You’ll hear real client examples of small changes that made a big difference, plus tips for making oatmeal work with your blood sugar—not against it. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast. ​​

Oct 29

We’re sharing a live class conversation with Diabetes Digital dietitian Jessica Stamm, RD, about her three-and-a-half years working at the Biggest Loser Resort. Jessica pulls back the curtain on how the resort differs from the TV show, what that culture gets wrong about “calories in, calories out,” and why bodies aren’t math equations. She also walks through her shift from a weight-normative lens to a weight-inclusive, HAES-aligned and intuitive eating approach. Expect practical counseling nuggets for sustainable habits and steadier blood sugar you can start using today. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Oct 22

Just got the prediabetes news and not sure what to do next? Jess walks you through the very first steps—without shame, overwhelm, or extreme diets. You’ll learn how to start tracking patterns, what simple food and lifestyle shifts to make, and why small changes (like breakfast and a 10-minute walk) can actually move the needle. Real results, real encouragement. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Oct 15

In this episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, we talk with Gila Glassberg, an Orthodox Jewish dietitian and intuitive eating counselor, about body respect in modest communities. We explore the meaning of modesty, common stereotypes, and how cultural values influence body image. Gila also shares practical ways to build confidence and body appreciation while staying true to personal and religious values. This conversation opens the door to more inclusive discussions on body respect across cultures. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Oct 8

How much protein is actually enough, and does it matter when you eat it? Wendy breaks it all down in this episode, with practical goals for protein intake, why distribution matters, and ways to sneak it in without overthinking. Whether you’re vegetarian, perimenopausal, or just trying to stay full, this one’s got you. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Oct 1

Today we are talking about movement hacks—realistic, everyday ways to support your blood sugar and health goals. We’re exploring how small shifts in daily movement can have a big impact on energy, insulin sensitivity, and overall well-being. Jess and Wendy break down the science behind how movement helps regulate blood sugar whether it’s a short walk after dinner, a few squats between meetings, or stretching during screen time. You’ll learn how different types of movement (like walking, strength training, or yoga) support your body in different ways and how to find what works best for you. This episode is packed with practical tips, real-life examples, and evidence-based strategies to help you move in ways that feel realistic, sustainable, and aligned with your health goals.

Sep 24

Late dinner guilt? Let’s talk about it. In this episode, Jess unpacks the science behind eating late and why timing isn’t everything. You’ll learn when late dinners might be totally fine, and when they could affect your sleep, digestion, or blood sugar. With real-life client examples and simple tweaks, this episode offers practical guidance for night owls and busy schedules. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Sep 17

Alcohol and diabetes can be a tricky mix, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In this episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, registered dietitians and certified diabetes educators Jess and Wendy break down how alcohol impacts blood sugar and share practical tips for drinking more safely if you are living with prediabetes, diabetes, or PCOS. They explain why alcohol can both raise and lower blood sugar, debunk common myths about alcohol and diabetes, and discuss the hidden risks of drinking while on medications like insulin. You will hear how to enjoy social occasions without feeling left out, simple strategies like pairing alcohol with food, choosing lower-sugar options, and knowing when to check your blood sugar, as well as fun and creative mocktail ideas for anyone who prefers to skip alcohol but still wants to feel part of the celebration. Through cultural perspectives, personal stories, and practical takeaways, this conversation will help you feel more confident, safe, and informed. If you are looking for personalized support, work with a Diabetes Digital dietitian. Our diverse team provides weight-inclusive, culturally humble care through virtual nutrition counseling. We accept insurance, offer affordable self-pay options, and make it easy to get the support you need. Visit DiabetesDigital.co to get started today.

Sep 10

You’re done with dieting, but still want to feel better. Wendy talks through how to navigate this messy middle with curiosity and compassion. From energy to digestion to blood sugar, she shares practical shifts that build trust with your body and support long-term health. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Sep 3

In this episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, Jess and Wendy tackle a question so many of us wonder about: why am I so tired after I eat? They break down what’s really going on, and it’s not always just about the food. From stress and skipped meals to hydration, balance on your plate, and even rest, they share simple, doable tips to help keep your energy steady. The takeaway is that feeling tired after meals is a signal worth paying attention to, and there are small shifts that can help you feel more energized. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Aug 27

Let’s settle this cinnamon thing once and for all. In this episode, Jess looks at what the research really says about cinnamon and blood sugar, and how to use it in real life. You’ll learn about the different types of cinnamon, dosage ranges from studies, and why it’s helpful but not magical . Perfect for anyone eyeing their spice rack for solutions. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Aug 20

In this episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast , Jess and Wendy tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in diabetes care: sugar. From the myths about brown vs. white sugar to the belief that sugar must be completely cut out if you have prediabetes, PCOS, or diabetes—this episode breaks it all down with nuance and compassion. They explore: Why diet culture fuels sugar fear The difference between added vs. natural sugars How restriction can lead to bingeing (plus a surprising study!) What to look for on nutrition labels Ways to enjoy sweet foods mindfully, including cultural favorites Everyday swaps and snacks that don’t feel like punishment If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Aug 13

Trying to eat more plant-based but not sure if your plate is balanced? Wendy breaks it down in this episode, what to include, what to upgrade, and what common mistakes to avoid. You’ll get real meal ideas, client examples, and tips to make sure your vegetarian meals keep your blood sugar and energy levels steady. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Aug 6

Summer travel can be fun but it can also throw off your usual routines, especially when it comes to blood sugar. In this episode, we’re sharing our go-to tips for navigating travel in a way that supports your blood sugar without adding more stress. We’ll talk about how to navigate long periods of sitting, skipped meals, heat, and travel-related stress and tips for small shifts that can make a difference. You’ll hear about our favorite on-the-go snacks that are not only delicious but also blood sugar-friendly. We’re also diving into practical ways to prep for the unexpected like delayed meals, high temps, or last-minute plans and social events, and BBQs without guilt. Plus, we’ll share simple routines to help you feel supported, even when your schedule is all over the place. If you’re navigating blood sugar this summer and want to feel more at ease with it all, this one’s for you.

Jul 30

Tracking your food doesn’t have to be about weight loss. In this episode, Jess reframes tracking as a tool for awareness, not control, and shares different ways to reflect on what you're eating without counting calories. From food + mood journaling to using CGM data, you’ll hear practical methods that help build intuition and confidence around food choices. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Jul 23

In this solo episode, Jessica shares what it’s really been like running Diabetes Digital for the past 1.5 years. She reflects on the journey from two dietitians to a growing team of 11 (with 3 more onboarding), over 6,000 visits completed, and 80+ referring providers. She breaks down the behind-the-scenes work that no one sees—like managing insurance credentialing, paying $5K a month in software, and leading a team that now includes a tech coordinator, two full-time admin staff, a web developer, and a full SEO and Google Ads team. She also talks about the launch of group visits, Jenny’s new role as Outreach Manager, Nikki’s promotion to Clinical Manager, and the company’s first retreat in Palm Springs. Jessica walks through what a typical day looks like for her and Wendy, why their goal is to break even this year, and the financial realities of building a mission-driven company that centers weight-inclusive, culturally relevant care. She shares what’s next—including plans to grow to 20 RDs, launch more community classes, and continue expanding referral and employer partnerships. If your company wants Diabetes Digital to lead a class or speak to your team, reach out at jessica@diabetesdigital.co.

Jul 16

Not a breakfast person? That’s okay. In today’s minisode, Wendy shares small, realistic morning options that support blood sugar, even if you’re not hungry. From protein coffee to yogurt pouches, we’re keeping it low-effort and judgment-free. You’ll also learn how morning cortisol plays a role in blood sugar, and how to gently experiment without forcing yourself to eat. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Jul 9

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is one of the most misunderstood tools in women’s health, and for many, the stigma and confusion around it can delay care that could be life changing. In this episode, Jess and Wendy sit down with Dr. Sophia Lubin, a board certified OB GYN and women’s health advocate, to break down what HRT actually is, who it can help, and how it supports insulin sensitivity during perimenopause and beyond. They also explore why so many women, especially women of color, are dismissed when they bring up symptoms like fatigue, weight shifts, or irregular periods, and how to advocate for the support you deserve. Whether you’re curious about HRT, navigating midlife changes, or wondering why your blood sugar has suddenly shifted, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical insights for your hormonal health journey. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify, it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast. To learn more about Dr. Sophia Lubin’s work, visit www.drsophiaobgyn.com .

Jul 2

Curious about how long to wear a CGM, or if you even need one? In this episode, Jess walks through who benefits most from continuous glucose monitoring, how long to wear one to actually learn something, and what to do with all that data. You’ll hear stories from clients who used their CGMs to connect the dots between their habits and blood sugar trends, and tips for when to pause if the tracking becomes too much. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Jun 25

Perimenopause isn’t talked about enough and many women are left unprepared for the changes it brings. This hormonal transition often comes with unexpected shifts in energy, sleep, mood, and yes even blood sugar. In this episode, Wendy sits down with Bria Gadd, also known as The Period Whisperer , to unpack what’s really happening in the body during perimenopause. They explore the connection between hormone fluctuations and blood sugar, how to spot early signs, and why symptoms like fatigue and cravings are real and valid. Whether you’ve been navigating perimenopause for a while or are just beginning to notice changes, this conversation will leave you feeling informed, supported, and more connected to what your body needs. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Jun 11

In this powerful episode, Jess sits down with Megrette Fletcher, registered dietitian, diabetes care and education specialist, and co-author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat with Diabetes . Megrette is a pioneer in weight-inclusive diabetes care, and this conversation is packed with perspective shifts and gentle challenges to the way we've all been taught to think about blood sugar, food, and health. Together, Jess and Megrette explore the power of language in diabetes care, the emotional and physical toll of weight-centric messaging, and why success shouldn't be defined by weight loss or perfect numbers. Megrette shares how we can shift from a restrictive, shame-based approach to one rooted in agency, autonomy, and ease and why those concepts aren’t just helpful, but essential for sustainable care. This episode also includes a powerful reflective exercise that left Jess rethinking her own approach to care. Whether you're living with diabetes, supporting a loved one, or working in healthcare, this conversation is one you’ll want to revisit. Learn more about Megrette at megrette.com and subscribe to her newsletter No Weight Loss Required . If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

May 28

In this episode, we’re talking about how diet culture shows up in diabetes care and how it can actually make things worse. We’re joined by Janice Dada, a weight-inclusive diabetes expert, Certified Eating Disorders Registered Dietitian, and author of the upcoming book Intuitive Eating for Diabetes : The No Shame, No Blame, Non-Diet Approach to Managing Your Blood Sugar Janice shares how food fear, rigid nutrition advice, and weight-focused care can lead to disordered eating and make blood sugar management harder, not easier! We talk about how to recognize the ways diet culture shows up in care, why shifting away from shame-based approaches matters, and how it’s possible to support blood sugar while still honoring your relationship with food and your body. Whether you live with diabetes or support folks who do, we hope this conversation offers validation, clarity, and a more compassionate approach to diabetes. Resources mentioned in episode: Artificial Sweeteners: https://diabetesdigital.co/artificial-sweeteners-and-diabetes/ New Intuitive Eating Scale: https://www.instagram.com/evelyntribole/p/C8xDjMPpBvo/?img_index=1 If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

May 14

We’re switching things up this week with a fun and informative Q&A episode! After wrapping our Health Equity series, we took to Instagram to gather your questions on everything from snacks and cravings to PCOS, fiber, and Ozempic—and y’all delivered. In this episode, we’re diving into blood sugar-friendly snack ideas, realistic tips for managing insulin resistance with PCOS, how to curb nighttime cravings without guilt, and affordable ways to boost fiber without overhauling your pantry. We’re also talking about how stress and sleep impact blood sugar, what to do if you’re waking up nauseated on GLP-1 meds, and why feeling hungry soon after eating isn’t always a bad thing. Whether you’re navigating a diabetes diagnosis or just trying to feel better in your body, this episode is full of gentle, real-life tools you can actually use. And as always, it’s all shared through a weight-inclusive, culturally humble lens. Got more questions? DM us—we might just do a part two. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Apr 30

Did you know that advocating for yourself in the medical system can lead to better health outcomes? In today’s episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, we’re sharing practical strategies to help you feel confident and empowered when navigating healthcare. Whether you're managing diabetes, seeking a diagnosis, or simply want to ensure your concerns are heard, this episode offers valuable insights on how to get the care you need. We’ll cover how to prepare for appointments, the best ways to communicate your symptoms, and how to ask thoughtful questions that guide your provider in the right direction. You’ll also learn why keeping a health journal, bringing a support person, and following up through patient portals can make a big difference in your healthcare experience. Our focus is on building strong, collaborative relationships with healthcare providers and equipping you with tools to advocate effectively for yourself or your loved ones. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Apr 16

In this episode, we’re joined by Diana Mesa, a bilingual dietitian and certified diabetes educator, to talk about the real-life challenges immigrant and first-generation families face when navigating the U.S. healthcare system. From language barriers and cultural stigma to confusing diagnoses and food shame, Diana shares practical tips for advocating for yourself or your loved ones. We also dive into how diabetes can be managed with cultural foods, why weight is not the whole story, and what true support looks like in care that honors your identity. Diana shares stories from her work supporting first-gen clients, and offers practical ways to advocate for yourself, challenge medical bias, and find providers who truly listen. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Apr 2

Are you wondering why Black and Brown women are disproportionately affected by diabetes? In today’s episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, we dive deep into the systemic factors contributing to this health disparity. From access to quality healthcare and nutritious food to the pervasive impacts of medical bias and diet culture, we unpack the challenges these communities face and how they influence diabetes risk. You'll learn practical steps for advocating for yourself in healthcare settings, choosing healthier foods on a budget, and building sustainable habits that go beyond restrictive diets. We also explore how stress, sleep, and relationships play a crucial role in managing diabetes and overall health. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Mar 19

Have you ever been told to swap rice for quinoa or skip the plantains in the name of “healthy eating”? In this episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, we sit down with Dalina Soto, a Dominican-American registered dietitian and author of The Latina Anti-Diet, to explore how mainstream nutrition has unfairly vilified cultural foods. Food is more than just calories—it’s tradition, culture, and connection. Dalina shares why reclaiming our cultural foods without guilt is a powerful act of healing. We dive into the impact of diet culture and weight stigma on communities of color, unpack the problematic history of BMI, and discuss how the wellness industry often overlooks cultural nuance. Dalina also offers practical ways to heal your relationship with food while honoring tradition, showing how reconnecting with cultural foods can be an act of self-care and resistance. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Mar 5

Are you planning to start a family or looking to support your reproductive health? This week on the Diabetes Digital Podcast, we sit down with fertility-focused dietitian Ayla Barmmer to explore the powerful link between blood sugar and fertility. From how insulin resistance can impact ovulation to the surprising ways glucose levels affect sperm health, we cover it all in this insightful episode. Ayla shares practical tips on the best foods to support hormone balance, key supplements to consider (like inositol!), and simple lifestyle shifts that can improve fertility outcomes. Plus, we dive into whether acupuncture really helps with fertility and what small changes can make a big difference for both men and women. If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team.

Feb 19

In our latest episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast , we sat down with our incredible dietitian, Nikki Sahebghalam, who specializes in diabetes and women's health. We had an in-depth conversation about PCOS—what it is, how it’s diagnosed, and most importantly, how you can manage it in a way that actually works for your body.

Feb 5

Veganism is one of those topics that comes up a lot when I’m working with clients. Some people swear it changed their life, while others try it for a while and realize it’s not for them. In this episode, Wendy and Jessica tackle this question head-on: Should you go vegan if you have diabetes? In this episode, we'll dive into the research and share practical advice. When it comes to diabetes management, there are a few things to weigh, and it’s not as simple as “vegan equals healthy.” Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: 1. Rate on ⁠iTunes⁠ or ⁠Spotify⁠ - it literally takes two seconds 2. Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on ⁠iTunes⁠ Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit ⁠diabetesdigital.co/quiz⁠ to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Jan 23

You've probably heard all the buzz about intermittent fasting (IF) lately. With claims of weight loss, better blood sugar control, and metabolic improvements, it’s easy to see the appeal. It sounds simple and effective...but is there more to the story? As a dietitian, I’ve had so many clients with diabetes come to me excited about trying IF, hoping it might be the magic bullet they’ve been looking for. And honestly, I get it. The idea of streamlining your eating routine is appealing. But here's the thing: managing diabetes is a unique journey for everyone, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. In this episode, let’s take a closer look at the research behind intermittent fasting, some of the potential downsides, and why a more flexible approach like intuitive eating might be the better fit for most people managing diabetes. Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit ⁠diabetesdigital.co/quiz⁠ to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Jan 8

New Year, new you, right? We’ve all felt that irresistible pull to start January with grand resolutions: adopting a strict diet, committing to an intense workout regimen, or deciding to completely overhaul our lives. But let’s be honest—how many of those bold plans actually survive past February? As a dietitian with over a decade of experience, I’ve seen this pattern unfold countless times. It’s not failure; it’s just human nature. We’re wired to crave fresh starts and big changes, especially when a new year rolls around. But, it's not realistic, and it’s certainly not sustainable. Falling short of these massive goals doesn’t mean you lack willpower or discipline; it just means the approach might need to be gentler and more aligned with how change actually happens: slowly and step-by-step. In this episode, we join Juna Gjata and Dr. Eddie Phillips, hosts of "Food, We Need to Talk". These two are experts in making health and nutrition feel approachable. We'll be discussing powerful insights on why resolutions fail and how to make sustainable habits stick. Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Dec 18, 2024

Are you hesitant about enjoying sweets during the holidays because you’re afraid of blood sugar fluctuations? In this episode, we share our favorite holiday desserts that are both delicious and diabetes-friendly. We explore a variety of dessert recipes for people managing diabetes, offering options that are lower in sugar and rich in flavor. From chocolate treats to fruity delights, we provide tips on how to enjoy your favorite sweets without strong spikes to your blood sugar. In This Episode We’ll Cover- Delicious and diabetes-friendly holiday dessert recipes Tips for reducing sugar in your favorite treats How to enjoy sweets without spiking blood sugar Practical advice for holiday baking and dessert planning Creative ideas to make your holiday season sweet and healthy Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: 1. Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds 2. Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Dec 4, 2024

The holidays can be a challenging time for maintaining health habits, and overeating your favorite comfort foods is a common occurrence during this time of the year. Today we’re sharing practical strategies to help you navigate overeating during the holiday season. We discuss mindful eating techniques, the importance of balance and moderation, and tips for approaching holiday gatherings and meals. Tune in to learn how to listen to your body's cues, make satisfying food choices, and maintain a positive relationship with food during the holiday season! In This Episode We’ll Cover: Mindful eating techniques for the holidays Strategies for balancing indulgence with moderation Tips for navigating holiday gatherings and meals How to listen to and honor your hunger and fullness cues Maintaining a positive relationship with food during the holidays Practical advice for staying on track with your health goals Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Nov 20, 2024

In this episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, hosts Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez delve into the topic of intuitive eating for managing prediabetes. Discover how non-diet and Health at Every Size (HAES) approaches can help balance blood sugar and improve overall health without focusing on weight loss. We discuss the principles of intuitive eating, debunk common myths, and offer practical tips for nurturing a healthy relationship with food. Learn how to implement these strategies to support your health goals and manage prediabetes effectively. Tune in for valuable insights and actionable advice on embracing a balanced, sustainable lifestyle. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The principles of intuitive eating How intuitive eating supports blood sugar balance Non-diet approaches to managing prediabetes Health at Every Size (HAES) philosophy and its benefits Practical tips for incorporating intuitive eating into daily life Debunking common myths about weight and prediabetes Real-life success stories and expert insights Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Nov 6, 2024

In this episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, hosts Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez are joined by Jose Tejero, an exercise physiologist with a degree in Exercise Science. Together, they explore the best exercises for managing and preventing prediabetes. We delve into science-backed tips on the frequency, duration, and intensity of workouts to help you find your perfect fit. Discover the most effective types of exercises, compare the benefits of aerobic versus resistance training, and learn how regular physical activity can improve insulin sensitivity. We also discuss how to tailor exercise routines for those with diabetes, monitor progress, and offer practical advice for beginners. Tune in to empower your fitness journey and gain valuable insights to support your health goals. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The role of exercise in preventing type 2 diabetes How exercise improves insulin sensitivity Effective types of exercises for blood sugar control Comparison of aerobic and resistance training benefits Recommended frequency, duration, and intensity of workouts Monitoring progress and ensuring exercise effectiveness Special considerations for exercising with diabetes Practical steps for beginners to start their fitness journey Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast .

Oct 16, 2024

In part two of our prediabetes series, hosts Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez tackle the burning question: How long does it take to reverse prediabetes? We discuss whether it's possible to reverse prediabetes permanently and explore the essential strategies, key milestones, and success factors involved. From food choices and swaps to exercise plans and other lifestyle changes, we break down the steps you can take to manage and potentially reverse prediabetes. Learn about the importance of reduced HbA1c levels, lowered fasting blood glucose levels, and enhanced insulin sensitivity as key indicators of progress. We also highlight the role of working with a dietitian to track goals, milestones, and overall progress! Our two simple asks to help us continue a free show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Oct 2, 2024

Today, we're excited to kick off our new series on prediabetes, a condition that affects approximately 96 million U.S. adults. In this comprehensive episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, hosts Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez delve into everything you need to know about prediabetes. We start by explaining the difference between a prediabetes and diabetes diagnosis, highlighting that many people with prediabetes may not experience any symptoms. Common signs include thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, and blurred vision, while women may also notice specific symptoms like PCOS, irregular menstrual cycles, and unexplained weight gain. We then break down A1c levels, what they mean, and cover other essential lab values such as Fasting Blood Glucose, Lipid Profile, and Blood Pressure. Finally, we provide practical advice on managing and potentially reversing prediabetes through self-care and diet. Tune in for valuable insights and check out our prediabetes conditions page and quiz for more information. Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Sep 18, 2024

New Episode Alert! Today on the pod, we dive into the world of beverages and their impact on blood sugar levels. We'll share our top picks for diabetes-friendly drinks, including tips on enjoying your favorite coffee, alcohol, smoothies, and teas without the unwanted spikes. Join us for an informative and practical discussion designed to help you make better beverage choices and support your diabetes management journey. Learn how to navigate social situations, create delicious and healthy drink recipes, and understand the science behind how different drinks affect your blood sugar. Tune in on our website or your favorite podcast platform, and don't forget to subscribe for more expert tips and insights from your trusted dietitians at Diabetes Digital. Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Sep 4, 2024

In this episode, hosts Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez explore the vital role dietitians play in managing diabetes effectively. Join us as we delve into how working with a registered dietitian can provide personalized, evidence-based guidance to improve your blood sugar control, enhance your overall health, and support sustainable lifestyle changes. We discuss the science behind medical nutrition therapy and our compassionate, non-judgmental approach to help you thrive with diabetes. Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been managing diabetes for years, this episode offers valuable information and practical tips to empower you on your health journey. Don't miss it! Catch the episode on our website or your favorite podcast platform, and be sure to subscribe to stay updated on our latest releases. Our two simple asks to help us continue a free biweekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Aug 21, 2024

In today’s podcast episode, we are joined by Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN, of Brooklyn-based Maya Feller Nutrition. Maya, a registered dietitian nutritionist and author of "Eating from Our Roots: 80+ Healthy Home-Cooked Favorites from Cultures Around the World," also co-hosts Slate's new wellness podcast, "Well, Now." The discussion centers on the controversial topic of artificial sweeteners, exploring their safety, impact on blood sugar levels, and potential health concerns. Maya provides insights on popular alternatives like monk fruit and stevia, and offers practical advice for making informed dietary choices. Tune in to this episode for an engaging and informative conversation on managing diabetes with the help of artificial sweeteners and diet modifications. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Safety concerns and health impacts of artificial sweeteners for individuals with diabetes and prediabetes Detailed comparisons of various artificial sweeteners, including aspartame, saccharin, sucralose, stevia, and monk fruit Insights into how artificial sweeteners affect blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity Discussion on the controversies and public perceptions surrounding artificial sweeteners Practical advice on choosing and using artificial sweeteners as part of a balanced diet for managing diabetes Understanding the FDA and USDA guidelines on the use of artificial sweeteners and their classification as generally safe Exploration of natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, and agave, and their comparison to artificial sweeteners Tips on how to incorporate artificial sweeteners into a diet without compromising gut health and overall nutrition Our two simple asks to help us continue a free biweekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Aug 7, 2024

In today’s podcast episode, we are joined by Constance Brown-Riggs, an award-winning registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator. Constance shares her extensive knowledge on the effectiveness, dosages, and potential side effects of popular supplements like cinnamon, bitter melon, chromium, alpha lipoic acid, and apple cider vinegar for managing diabetes. She also reveals which supplements to avoid and offers her top multivitamin brand recommendation, providing listeners with practical, evidence-based insights on safely incorporating supplements into their diabetes care regimen. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The effectiveness of popular supplements like cinnamon, bitter melon, chromium, alpha lipoic acid, and apple cider vinegar for managing diabetes The mechanisms of action for these supplements and how they work in the body Recommended dosages for each supplement and the importance of starting with a low dose Potential side effects of these supplements, including liver damage and gastrointestinal issues The importance of consulting with a healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen Specific recommendations for multivitamin brands and why they are favored The dangers of taking certain supplements for people with diabetes The role of omega-3 fatty acids and magnesium in overall health and diabetes management Our two simple asks to help us continue a free biweekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Jun 26, 2024

In this short and sweet episode, we're bringing you up to speed on some minor changes coming to the podcast. Don't worry, these updates are all about making your listening experience even better! Plus, we're thrilled to share details about some awesome events we're hosting this week that you definitely don't want to miss. Tune in for all the info and get ready for an exciting week ahead! In this episode we'll cover: Episode schedule changes What's coming up on our podcast over the next few months Upcoming free Diabetes Digital events Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Jun 19, 2024

In today’s episode, we welcome Laura Pavlakovich, founder of You're Just My Type. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age four, Laura shares her journey and the mission behind her platform, which started as a photo project and has grown into a thriving community offering support, education, and resources. Laura discusses her mental health challenges, strategies for managing the fear of hypoglycemia, and maintaining a healthy relationship with food. Join us for an inspiring conversation on the emotional and mental aspects of living with type 1 diabetes and the importance of community support. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Laura’s journey from diagnosis to advocacy Mental health impact of living with type 1 diabetes and Laura's personal experiences Practical tips on how to manage the daily mental and physical challenges of diabetes, including the fear of hypoglycemia. Complexities of maintaining a healthy relationship with food while managing type 1 diabetes The importance of having a community and support system The role of technology, like CGMs, in managing diabetes Laura's vision for expanding her platform to provide support and resources to more people living with type 1 diabetes Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

Jun 5, 2024

In today’s episode we explore how to balance blood sugar, and we're excited to welcome Erica Zellner. Erica is a Connecticut-based Clinical Nutritionist and Senior Health Coach with six years of functional nutrition experience. A health coach at Parsley Health, Erica shares her integrative approaches to diabetes management, emphasizing the importance of personalized nutrition, stress reduction, and sleep hygiene. Learn about key nutrients, supplements, and environmental factors to consider, and discover how culturally relevant meals can improve blood sugar control. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Integrative approaches to diabetes management with personalized nutrition plans Importance of stress management in controlling blood sugar levels Impact of sleep hygiene on glucose metabolism and overall health Significance of culturally relevant foods in managing diabetes Tips for personalizing nutrition to individual preferences and lifestyles Use of supplements like omega-3, vitamin D, chromium, and magnesium Simple, consistent stress reduction practices for managing diabetes Recommendations for improving sleep hygiene and avoiding screens before bed Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

May 29, 2024

In this episode, the hosts are joined by Fernando Umanzor Guzman, a registered dietitian at Diabetes Digital with a deep understanding of cultural foods, who shares insight on how to meal plan for diabetes. Growing up in a Latin and African immigrant community in Washington D.C., Fernando is passionate about debunking myths surrounding cultural foods and promoting their health benefits. He shares practical insights on flexible meal planning, quick and easy meal ideas, and strategies for maintaining a balanced diet, especially for people with diabetes. Fernando also discusses the importance of incorporating macronutrients and the benefits of using shelf-stable and frozen foods. Whether you're managing diabetes, looking to improve your diet, or curious about cultural foods, this episode offers valuable tips and inspiration. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • The importance of meal planning for diabetes management and general well-being • How to make meal planning flexible and adaptable for those with busy or unpredictable schedules • How Fernando’s cultural upbringing influenced his approach to nutrition • Misconceptions about cultural foods being unhealthy and how to debunk these myths • Difference between a rigid meal plan and flexible meal planning • Key macronutrients and how to incorporate them effectively into meals • Practical tips for quick and easy meal ideas, including shelf-stable and frozen foods • Strategies for meal planning during special occasions and holidays • Advice for managing diabetes and preventing hypoglycemia through proper meal planning and preparation Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: 1. Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds 2. Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

May 22, 2024

In this episode, we talk about perimenopause and menopause with Dr. Jordan, Chief Medical Officer at Midi Health. Dr. Jordan leads a team focused on women’s midlife health through Midi, a telehealth platform. We cover what menopause is, its common symptoms, when it usually starts, and how it’s related to impaired glucose tolerance. Dr. Jordan explains Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), discussing its safety, the best time to start, and the risks of waiting. We also look at natural remedies for menopause and how they compare to HRT. For women feeling off around menopausal age, Dr. Jordan offers advice on diagnosis and treatment. She explains the differences between perimenopause and menopause and why doctors may have overlooked menopause basics in the past. We also talk about what to expect when starting HRT, including how soon you might feel better and how long treatment usually lasts. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What menopause is and if all women experience it Common symptoms of menopause and the typical starting age The relationship between impaired glucose tolerance and menopause Safety of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and its historical context The optimal time to start HRT and the risks of delaying treatment The effectiveness of natural remedies for menopause compared to HRT Guidance for women feeling 'off' around menopausal age on diagnosis and treatment Differences between perimenopause and menopause Why menopause basics were historically overlooked by the medical establishment What to expect when starting HRT, including improvement timelines and treatment duration + MUCH MORE! Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

May 15, 2024

In this podcast episode, we chat with Carmelita Lombera, a UC Berkeley graduate and Diabetes Digital Dietitian with a diverse career in health coaching and nutrition, tackling the question: does fruit pose risks for those with diabetes? We dive into the difference between natural fruit sugars and added sugars, stressing the importance of understanding Glycemic Index (GI) and Glycemic Load (GL) for managing blood sugar levels. We will also highlight the benefits of choosing whole fruits over fruit juice when possible. You'll learn practical strategies for including fruits in a diabetes management plan, focusing on portion control, fruit choices, and pairing with proteins or healthy fats. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Natural sugars in fruits vs. added sugars The difference between Glycemic Index (GI) and Glycemic Load (GL) How the body processes sugar The benefits of fruit consumption for individuals with diabetes Considerations regarding fruit juice for individuals with diabetes How to include fruits and manage blood sugar levels How much fruit you should be eating in a day Practical tips for incorporating fruits into a diabetes management plan + MUCH MORE! Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

May 8, 2024

On today's episode, we are back with Erin Phillips, a registered dietitian and diabetes expert for part two of our discussion on Ozempic. Erin talks on the possibility of using Ozempic for prediabetes and the challenges that arise when its demand is influenced by weight loss trends. She discusses how she handles patient requests regarding the use of Ozempic for weight loss without diabetes, its clinical effectiveness, and its impact on the body image movement. Plus, we talk about our thoughts on the Oprah special! In This Episode We’ll Cover: The effectiveness of Ozempic for prediabetes or impaired fasting glucose compared to diabetes. Advocacy challenges in securing Ozempic for individuals who genuinely need it, amidst demand for weight loss purposes Thoughts on Oprah's special Responding to patient requests on the use of Ozempic for weight loss in the absence of diabetes. Ozempic's clinical efficacy and its implications for the body image movement Key takeaways which emphasize the need for personalized care in diabetes management + MUCH MORE! Our two simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast

May 1, 2024

In this episode of our podcast, we explore Ozempic and other GLP-1 agonist medications, tracing their journey from diabetes treatments to popular weight loss solutions. We'll examine their effectiveness, differences in dosages, and typical side effects. Our discussion will also cover their impact on diabetes management, specifically how Ozempic influences A1c levels. Joining us is Erin Phillips, a registered dietitian and diabetes expert from Seattle, WA, who specializes in diabetes and eating disorders. Erin advocates for weight-inclusive care and provides clinical consultations to healthcare professionals. Through our conversation, we aim to provide clarity on Ozempic's role in diabetes care and its implications for patients and providers alike. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What Ozempic is and why it's currently making headlines The initial purpose of Ozempic for diabetes management and its shift in use Erin's perspective on recommending Ozempic for people with diabetes Dosing disparities between weight loss and diabetes treatment, addressing concerns about potential side effects Outcomes observed in diabetes management with Ozempic and its typical impact on A1c levels Common side effects encountered in clinical practice and their potential impact on patients' quality of life + MUCH MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Erin’s Podcast: https://www.erinphillipsnutrition.com/podcast Informed consent for GLP-1s: https://sizeinclusivemedicine.org/glp1/ Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast .

Apr 24, 2024

In today's episode, we're joined by Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus, both endocrinologists who have been living with diabetes themselves since they were 15. They’re the hosts of the podcast Taking Control of Your Diabetes and this episode originally aired on their podcast - we’re sharing here because it was so informative and we hope you enjoy it! In This Episode We’ll Cover: Challenges individuals with diabetes face when it comes to nutrition How does someone figure out what is the best way to eat for them? Practical ways for putting together balanced meals for blood sugar management Overcoming food guilt with diabetes Striking a balance between honoring cravings for indulgent foods, while still maintaining a diet that supports their diabetes goals + MUCH MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit https://diabetesdigital.co/category/podcast/

Apr 17, 2024

In today's episode, we're joined again by Isabel Reckson, a Diabetes Digital Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator. Together, we explore the benefits of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) in diabetes management, discussing their real-time tracking and emerging innovations. We address utilization, potential risks, and staying informed, along with financial considerations and insurance coverage. Join us as we uncover the impact of CGMs and diabetes technology, transforming the way we manage diabetes. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Benefits of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) in diabetes management Emerging promising and innovative diabetes technologies Utilization and potential risks of wearable devices and smartphone apps Staying informed about new developments in diabetes technology Financial considerations and insurance coverage for diabetes devices Approaching discussions about diabetes technology with hesitant or older patients Strategies to prevent CGM sensors from detaching during daily activities Guidance for newly diagnosed individuals interested in exploring diabetes technology Addressing concerns about privacy and data security related to diabetes technology + MUCH MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit https://diabetesdigital.co/category/podcast/

Apr 10, 2024

In today's episode, we're troubleshooting what to do if you have high fasting blood sugars. Beyond nutrition, factors like physical activity, stress, and illness can all contribute to elevated levels. Whether it's high-carb meals before bed, the dawn phenomenon releasing hormones in the morning, or the Somogyi effect causing rebound spikes, understanding these factors is crucial. Listen as we share some strategies and tips to help you better manage your blood sugar levels. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Why you might be experiencing high fasting blood sugars Factors beyond nutrition that influence blood sugar levels, including physical activity, stress, and illness How the dawn phenomenon and Somogyi effect can play a role in high fast blood sugar levels Strategies for management, such as regular monitoring, balanced bedtime snacks, and medication adjustments. The importance of proactive management and seeking support from healthcare providers + MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit https://diabetesdigital.co/category/podcast/

Apr 3, 2024

Today, we're diving into how to handle the side effects of metformin for Type 2 diabetes. We'll talk about common issues like upset stomachs and metallic tastes, share practical tips to ease side effect symptoms, and the importance of reaching out to your healthcare team if you're experiencing symptoms. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to manage metformin side effects for Type 2 diabetes Metformin's role and common prescription for diabetes management Overview of how metformin works in the body Review of typical side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach ache, loss of appetite, and metallic taste in the mouth How metformin doesn't usually cause low blood sugar but may in combination with other medications The importance of discussing side effects with healthcare providers Four practical tips for managing side effects of metformin + MUCH MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes For additional resources and shownotes, visit https://diabetesdigital.co/category/podcast/ or Hydration Podcast Episode What To Do When You Have Hypoglycemia Podcast Episode 10 Easy Ways To Drink More Water 5 Ways to Hydrate That Aren’t Water Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started.

Mar 27, 2024

Today we're tackling a question we hear all the time: How do you tell Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes apart? We'll break it down by discussing their unique causes, symptoms, and treatments. Plus, we share the different diagnostic tests doctors use, ranging from basic blood sugar checks to specialized autoimmune tests for Type 1. Ever heard of Type 1.5 (LADA)? We will discuss the nuances behind Type 1.5 and treatment and more! In This Episode We’ll Cover: The differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes Causes, symptoms, and treatments for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes Diagnostic methods for Type 1 and Type 2 How autoimmune testing is used to detect specific antibodies targeting the pancreas for Type 1 What Type 1.5 Diabetes is and its treatment The different treatment approaches for Type 1, such as insulin therapy, a balanced diet, exercise, and blood sugar monitoring The different treatment strategies for Type 2, including focusing on lifestyle changes, oral or injectable medications, and potential insulin therapy + MUCH MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes For additional resources and shownotes, visit https://diabetesdigital.co/category/podcast/ Jenny’s Podcast Episode: How I Navigate Type 1 Diabetes as a Registered Dietitian How to Know When it’s Time to Start Insulin Tests to confirm Type 1: These tests confirm the autoimmune basis of Type 1 diabetes by assessing specific antibodies associated with the condition. These include Islet cell cytoplasmic autoantibodies (ICA), Glutamic acid decarboxylase autoantibodies (GADA), Insulinoma-associated-2 autoantibodies (IA-2A), and Insulin autoantibodies (IAA). Elevated levels of these antibodies indicate a higher likelihood of Type 1 diabetes. Supplementary evaluations, such as a C-peptide test or an insulin assay test, may accompany the diabetes antibody panel to provide a more thorough assessment of the diabetes status. These tests, combined with the diabetes antibody panel, offer a comprehensive overview of the condition. Interpretation of test results involves understanding that positive findings suggest the presence of antibodies associated with Type 1 diabetes or an increased risk of developing it. Conversely, negative results may indicate a lower probability of Type 1 diabetes, although some individuals with the condition may not exhibit these antibodies. It's essential to consult with a healthcare provider to grasp the implications of test outcomes for your specific circumstances. Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started.

Mar 21, 2024

In today's episode, we're joined by Isabel Reckson, a Diabetes Digital Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator. With a background in Public Health, Isabel champions health equity while specializing in hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and kidney stones. With diverse experience, Isabel is on the podcast today to share key indicators for when to consider insulin therapy. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Physiological reasons for requiring insulin in diabetes management The resistance and stigma associated with insulin therapy Insulin needs for type 1 and type 2 diabetes Common misconceptions about starting insulin therapy Overcoming challenges like fear of injections and inconvenience Risks, benefits, and strategies for reducing risks associated with insulin The misconceptions behind being on insulin forever Consequences of delaying insulin therapy when needed Innovations in insulin therapy on the horizon for diabetes management + MUCH MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started. For additional resources and shownotes, visit https://diabetesdigital.co/category/podcast/

Mar 13, 2024

On today's podcast, we interviewed Jenny Fernandez, our very first dietitian at Diabetes Digital. We're diving into Jenny's journey, both personally and professionally, as someone living with Type 1 diabetes. Jenny was diagnosed with diabetes at 8 years old and shares how it influenced her path as a nutrition professional. Her own experiences have fueled her passion for helping others manage diabetes seamlessly, with a focus on cultural sensitivity and a holistic approach to health. This episode is not just about personal triumph but also full of insights for anyone looking to navigate diabetes without letting it overshadow the joy of living fully. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What it was like to be diagnosed at the age of 8 with Type 1 diabetes The unexpected nature of the diagnosis, the symptoms Jenny experienced, and how her family handled the news The cultural aspects of Jenny’s diagnosis, touching on the societal landscape at the time and whether there was any stigma or taboo associated with diabetes How Jenny’s parents and family managed her diagnosis, discussing whether it felt like a significant shift in the household How Jenny managed childhood experiences, including how diabetes impacted social situations like slumber parties The concept of diabetes burnout, with Jenny providing tips, especially for individuals on insulin who may feel overwhelmed Jenny’s journey to becoming a Registered Dietitian (RD) and whether it was her first career choice Tips, tools, and resources for people with diabetes + MUCH MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started.

Mar 6, 2024

Today we’re covering everything you need to know about hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and share evidence-based ways for preventing and managing it. We will help you identify what hypoglycemia symptoms to look out for and offer practical tips for preventing and managing low blood sugar. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What hypoglycemia is How to know if you are experiencing hypoglycemia and what symptoms to look out for How different illnesses and common diabetes medications can contribute to hypoglycemia The importance of recognizing warning signs, regular blood sugar monitoring, and consequences of untreated hypoglycemia Practical tips on meal timing, balanced nutrition, and on-the-go options for managing and preventing hypoglycemia + MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started.

Feb 28, 2024

In this episode, we discuss key risk factors for Type 2 diabetes and prevention strategies and go over the impact of nutrition, lifestyle choices, health complications, and social determinants of health. We cover why BIPOC communities are at a higher risk and how the lack of resources plays a role in overall health. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Key risk factors for Type 2 diabetes Prevention strategies for managing Type 2 diabetes The role nutrition plays on diabetes prevention How health complications play a role in Type 2 diabetes Social determinants of health and their connection to diabetes Why BIPOC communities face a higher risk of Type 2 diabetes How the lack of access plays a role in overall health disparities + MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started.

Feb 21, 2024

In this episode, we discuss the common belief that weight loss is essential for managing type 2 diabetes. We address the prevalence of weight-centric approaches in diabetes care and the struggles people face in sustaining long-term weight loss. With the many limitations that come with restrictive diets, we discuss how outcomes like improved A1C, blood sugar control, and overall well-being are more important than the number on the scale. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The prevalence of weight-centric approaches in diabetes care Limitations of restrictive diets and their ineffectiveness of long-term weight loss The importance of addressing behavior changes for improved A1C, blood sugar control, and overall well-being The challenges of sustaining long-term weight loss How we saw the need to pivot in diabetes management towards weight-inclusive care. The Impact of yo-yo dieting on blood sugar control Common assumption that weight is a behavior and the unpredictability of weight loss outcomes + MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started.

Feb 14, 2024

In this episode, we discuss diabetes management, highlighting five science-backed strategies for lowering blood sugar levels. We explore how Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) can play a role in reducing Hemoglobin A1c. We also highlight the significance of seeking guidance from a Registered Dietitian, equipped with the education and training to help you manage diabetes through a personalized plan and ongoing support. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How whole foods play a role in blood sugar management Why it's important to eat carbohydrates even with prediabetes or diabetes How protein and healthy fats play a role in blood sugar management How meal timing can be key to reducing blood sugar spikes The importance of working with Registered Dietitian vs a Nutritionist + MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started.

Feb 7, 2024

Today, we're breaking down a controversial question: can type 2 diabetes be reversed? There are tons of articles out there discussing this hot topic, but we dive into the evidence-based research behind it. Throughout this episode, we dissect the differences between prediabetes and diabetes, how diabetes is diagnosed, and share practical tips for a holistic approach to diabetes management. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The evidence-based research behind reversing type 2 diabetes The distinctions between prediabetes and diabetes and how they play roles in reversal or remission The different diagnostic tests used to distinguish between prediabetes and diabetes Actionable and practical tips for managing diabetes holistically The importance of relying on evidence-based research to navigate the complexities of diabetes + MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started.

Jan 31, 2024

In this episode, we uncover the most common diabetes symptoms, emphasizing the importance of early detection for preventing complications and enhancing quality of life. We also explore common and less common symptoms, diagnostic factors, and even touch on prediabetes signs. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The staggering statistics and disparities related to diabetes The impact of systemic bias and racism in healthcare Common and less common symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes Early detection of diabetes symptoms and what benefits it brings Different diagnostic tests that doctors use to diagnose Type 2 Diabetes Practical steps to recognize and address diabetes symptoms Signs someone may notice if they have prediabetes + MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started.

Jan 24, 2024

After a 6-month break, we're thrilled to be back with exciting news about our new business, Diabetes Digital. In this episode, we go over alarming diabetes statistics, how diabetes disproportionately impacts BIPOC communities, and highlight our commitment to weight-inclusive and culturally competent care. As dietitians and entrepreneurs, we share the challenges and rewards of this journey, from insurance hurdles to our excitement about this new venture! In This Episode We’ll Cover: Life updates and our current journey with Food Heaven Our latest venture: Diabetes Digital The crucial roles dietitians play in long term diabetes care Eye-opening stats for adults dealing with diabetes or prediabetes The disproportionate impact of diabetes on BIPOC communities How we are enhancing accessible care and combating biased nutrition education Why we are choosing a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach for diabetes care How to join Diabetes Digital and what our membership offers + MORE! Our 2 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes For additional resources and shownotes, visit diabetesdigital.co/podcast Are you living with diabetes or prediabetes and seeking support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance? Visit diabetesdigital.co to sign up for personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling with one of our culturally aware and weight-inclusive Diabetes Dietitians today! Visit diabetesdigital.co/quiz to get started.

Jun 21, 2023

We’re taking a break ya’ll! The podcast has been running for over 7 years pretty much non stop and what’s best for us is to take a step back. BUT as you know, we’re not leaving you high and dry forever because our new project is set to launch in the fall. Listen to this episode to hear a couple spoilers about said project, what we’ll be up to in our time off, and how we decided on this next step. Thank you all for showing up for us and tuning in over the years! We sincerely appreciate each interaction on instagram, podcast review, etc. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Why we’re taking a break Why we need to be talking to white men more What we’re doing in our time off What’s next for us! Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Episode sponsors: Sephora offers a wide variety of clean makeup brands and products. To learn more visit sephora.com/clean. For additional resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 3, 2023

ATTENTION multitaskers and workaholics- this episode was made for you. Fran Medina is a spokesperson for more conscious day-to-day living. After moving from New York to Portland, Francheska shares what it’s been like to slow down, stop multitasking, and create her life in a new city. We’ve been friends with fran for over 10 years (this second photo was taken in 2012). As an internet OG, she welcomed us with open arms when we started food heaven back in the day and it’s alwas a pleasure getting to learn from her. This episode will leave you feeling inspired to get out in nature, slow down, and stop working so dang much! In This Episode We’ll Cover: How living in NYC is different from Portland What it’s like to be black in Portland How to make friends in a new city Why does it feel awkward to make new friends in our 40’s? How to slow down in life Giving up consistency on social media for peace The process for vetting which brands to work with What is a digital architect? How to NOT multitask Work is an addiction Why you should listen to the Living for We podcast Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For additional resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 26, 2023

Listen- even as dietitians we’re the first to admit that health is not entirely determined by what you eat and how you move. In this episode we interview Clara Nosek, an outpatient registered dietitian by day and content creator/internet troll by night, to give insight into the other factors that impact health. Listen to hear about the social determinants of health and how they play a part in your life. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What are the social determinants of health? How the nutrition meme queen came to be Healthcare’s focus on the symptoms versus the root problem How food insecurity impacts health Convenience foods that are budget friendly How chronic stress impacts your life and nutrition How trauma impacts health Boundaries you can set to improve your health Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For additional resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 19, 2023

Are you overwhelmed by the immense amount of all or nothing nutrition guidance on the internet? Are you totally lost on which health promoting behaviors will actually work for you? We get it- that’s why we asked Registered Dietitian Christy Wilson to share how she helps her clients find what works for them. She is the owner of Christy Wilson Nutrition, LLC, a nutrition communications business focused on teaching folks that healthy, nutritious foods are budget-friendly, beautiful and easy to prepare. Listen to this episode to learn more about what actually impacts your health and what you can stop worrying about! In This Episode We’ll Cover: What is a relationship with food? Is weight loss the answer? What does it mean to listen to your body? What are the common signs of hunger? Should you be symptom tracking after meals? Is BMI important? Is health all about the food that you eat? How can you tell if you have an intolerance to a food? How does stress impact digestion? How to stick to your health promoting behaviors How to figure out what works for you to improve your health Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 12, 2023

YES, you CAN eat ingredients you can’t pronounce! Processed foods get a bad wrap but Shana Minei Spence is here to set the record straight on canned food, frozen, and other processed products.. Shana is an “all foods fit” dietitian based in New York who you can trust to give you unbiased nutrition information to ACTUALLY improve your health and not elicit shame. What we cover: What are the levels of food processing? Are ultra processed foods ok? Why do we choose the foods we do? Why “everything in moderation” advice is misleading Should you really NOT eat foods with ingredients you can’t pronounce? We process food to make it safe. Do canned foods deserve their bad reputation? How to choose canned foods wisely Are frozen foods as healthy as fresh foods? Are frozen meals nutritious? How to pick the perfect balanced frozen meal Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Episode Sponsors: Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/FOODHEAVEN Way is a mindful eating app that helps people find peace in their relationships with food and their body. For a limited time only, when you visit eatmyway.com, you will receive 30% off your subscription and a one-week free trial. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 5, 2023

Girlll you better put that Summer’s Eve down right now! You all had so many questions about vaginal health and we brought the best of the best to answer them all. Dr. Heather Irobunda is an Obstetrician Gynecologist based in Queens, New York who shows women, specifically women of color, that you can feel safe and supported by your gynecologists (not creeped out or shamed). Listen to hear answers to most asked questions about vaginal health that you NEED to know. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What age should you start going to the gynecologist? What age should you get your first gynecology exam? How often should you get pap smears? How to advocate for yourself at the gynecologists appointment Best tips to advocate for pain management at the gynecologist's office You’re not crazy for having a painful experience with IUD insertion How to pick a gynecologist that’s not a creep Should you be cleansing your vagina? Are yoni egg’s useful? Do we need products to balance vaginal pH? How to know if hormonal birth control is right for you Can you get pregnant while on birth control? What to do if you get yeast infections after using sex toys Postpartum vaginal health Changes in sex during menopause What to do if you have recurring bacterial vaginosis or yeast infections Which brand of lube you should have Should you use water based or silicone based lube? Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Episode Sponsors: Way is a mindful eating app that helps people find peace in their relationships with food and their body. For a limited time only, when you visit eatmyway.com, you will receive 30% off your subscription and a one-week free trial. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 29, 2023

If you’re scared of the dentist you are not alone and you NEED to hear what this guest has to say. This week we talked with dentist Dr. Marie Jackson to answer questions about oral hygiene. She gives her BEST tips for taking care of your teeth and debunks common oral care myths, like are whitening toothpastes legit? Is fluoride safe? Do you actually need to floss? Tune in to get all your dental questions answered (even questions you didn’t know you had). In This Episode We’ll Cover: How many times a day should you brush your teeth? Why should you brush your teeth before bed? Tips to avoid morning breath Is mouthwash important? What does Fluoride do? Are bad teeth an indicator of bad health? Are bad teeth due to genetics? Do you REALLY need to floss? Should you use a soft or hard toothbrush? Are electric toothbrushes better? How to STOP skipping brushing your teeth at night How often you should go to the dentist Is fluoride beneficial? It’s ok if your gums are black Are whitening toothpastes legit? How often should you change your toothbrush? Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Episode sponsor: InsideTracker takes a personalized approach to health and longevity from the most trusted and relevant source: your body. InsideTracker gives you personalized and science-backed recommendations on things you can take control of to optimize your health - like food, supplements, workouts and lifestyle choices including ways to optimize sleep and stress. Get 20% off entire InsideTracker store at www.InsideTracker.com/foodheaven For additional resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 22, 2023

Skincare is a hot topic right now and we interviewed an expert to set the record straight. Charlotte Palermino is the co-founder and CEO of Dieux, a clinically vetted and price transparent skincare line. This episode is informative, entertaining, and thought provoking as we discuss topics ranging from which SPF is best to why aging is a privilege instead of something to run from. Listen to this episode with the fairy godmother of skincare, Charlotte Palermino to brush up on your self care skills. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What happened with the Purito scandal? Can blue light damage your skin? What should you include in a basic skincare routine How to find the right SPF number for your face What is tretinoin? The difference between SPF 30 and SPF 50 Whether or not tanning in the sun is safe Is SPF higher than 50 effective? Is sunlight harmful through a window? What you need to know about hyperpigmentation Which is better: mineral or chemical sunscreen Why aging is a privilege, not a tragedy How much does genetics contribute to your skin? Whether or not dairy causes breakouts Is eating chocolate bad for your skin? How to convince your partner to take care of their skin Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Episode sponsors: Nuuly is a subscription clothing rental service. If you want more style, flexibility, and sustainability in your life, you need Nuuly. Head to Nuuly.com and use code FOODHEAVEN20 for $20 off your first month. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 15, 2023

Do you feel like protective hairstyles are making your hair fall out? Is your hair thinning and you don’t know why? We interviewed Samaria Grandberry, a Registered Dietitian, Certified Trichologist and Licensed Natural Hair Stylist to get down to the nitty-gritty details and get YOU answers. We talk about how often you should wash your hair, if collagen supplements actually work, and more! If you have special hair concerns or want to brush up on your routine, this episode is for you. In This Episode, We’ll Cover: What is trichology? Samaria’s top hair products + the only hair care routine you need Do conditioners actually do anything? How to choose the best conditioner for your hair type Should you use oils in your curly hair routine? How often should you wash your hair? Are protective styles actually protective? + How long to leave them in How fast does hair grow? How changes in hormones impact hair loss Do collagen supplements, biotin supplements or rosemary oil help for hair growth? Dandruff solutions that work Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Episode sponsors: Athletic Greens is giving you a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs at with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/FOODHEAVEN. InsideTracker takes a personalized approach to health and longevity from the most trusted and relevant source: your body. By using data from your blood, DNA and fitness trackers, Inside Tracker gives you personalized and science-backed recommendations on things you can take control of to optimize your health - like food, supplements, workouts and lifestyle choices including ways to optimize sleep and stress. Get 20% off entire InsideTracker store when you sign up at insidetracker.com/foodheaven For additional resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 8, 2023

Today on the podcast we sit down with the one and only Tabitha Brown, also affectionately known as “America’s mom.” We chat with Tabitha about everything from becoming an overnight sensation to how she balances it all (and continue to find genuine joy in cooking). Tabitha has provided millions with food for the body and soul with her everyday wisdom rooted in love, kindness, and compassion. She is the author of Cooking from the Spirit and Feeding the Soul, the recipient of two NAACP Image Awards, the star of It’s CompliPlated on Food Network, and the EMMY-nominated Tab Time on YouTube and has lines of products with Target and McCormick spices and so much more. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What it’s like having everyone know who you are… overnight Tabitha’s relationship with cooking growing up (it’s not what you think) 3 of her favorite meals to cook in a hurry How to make vegan food taste flavorful Tabitha’s proven tips to get kids more interested in eating vegetables Her genius social media strategy that helps her stay sane & MORE Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Episode Sponsors: Nuuly is a subscription clothing rental service. If you want more style, flexibility, and sustainability in your life, you need Nuuly. Head to nuuly.com and use code FOODHEAVEN20 for $20 off your first month. Way is a mindful eating app that helps people find peace in their relationships with food and their body. For a limited time only, when you visit eatmyway.com, you will receive 30% off your subscription and a one-week free trial. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 3, 2023

Divorce is a topic most stray away from, but we are here facing it head on with author and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Chautè Henry Thompson. This is the last episode in our relationship series and we can’t talk about relationships without talking about divorce. Listen to hear from an expert on when it may be time to get a divorce, why some couples get divorced, and what to do if you’re just not in love anymore. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The easiest way to know when it’s time to get a divorce? How much “sticking it out” should you actually do? Why women in cisgender heterosexual relationships are more likely to file for divorce than men Chautè’s brilliant advice for people who know they need to get a divorce but are afraid Why getting a divorce does not make you a failure Should couples counseling be more preventative than reactive? What if you’re not “in love” anymore? Whether or not divorce meets criteria for trauma Chautè’s super helpful tips for how to care for yourself through divorce, as someone who has been there Do people ever regret getting a divorce? Do prenups make divorce easier? Whether or not you should stay married for the kids How to support a friend through divorce Will divorce automatically traumatize your children? & MORE Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Episode Sponsors: InsideTracker takes a personalized approach to health and longevity from the most trusted and relevant source: your body. For a limited time, you get 20% off the entire InsideTracker store when you sign up at insidetracker.com/foodheaven. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 22, 2023

You know those couples that post about their partner non stop on social media, or post ESSAYS about their love? Well, research shows that they might not be as solid as they seem. This is our second episode with relationship expert Ty Tashiro and the 4th episode in our relationship series. Ty shares even more evidence based information on how to truly be happier in your partnership for a love that lasts. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to grow stronger in your relationship How much is TOO much when posting about your partner on social media Is the second time the charm when it comes to marriage? How to be happier in your relationship How to keep a playful spirit in love How to appreciate your partner more Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Episode sponsors: Nutriesense lets you analyze in real-time how your glucose levels respond to food, exercise, stress, and sleep. Visit nutrisense.io/foodheaven and use code FOODHEAVEN to save $30 and get 1 month of free dietitian support. For additional resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 17, 2023

Surprise! We have a bonus episode for you. Do you struggle with mindful eating? Same. Everybody knows they should be eating mindfully, but no one is doing it consistently. We're hoping to change that. This episode is brought to you by Siete Foods. We recorded this LIVE as part of their EPIC 2023 Wellness Summit. Thank you to the Siete team for hosting us at this event. BTW if you haven't heard about Siete before, they are a Mexican-American food brand rooted in family, that makes delicious food products (we're huge fans of the enchilada sauce and taco seasoning - check them out). In today's episode, we discuss: Why you should care about mindful eating Our top mindful eating struggles What the science has to say about mindful eating benefits How to practice mindful eating in ways that are enjoyable A LIVE mindful eating activity you can do at home Common challenges that may come up when trying to incorporate mindful eating & MORE Our 3 simple asks to help us continue a free weekly show: Rate on iTunes or Spotify - it literally takes two seconds Review - if you love the show, please leave a review on iTunes Support our partners by using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For additional resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 15, 2023

We’re talking online dating with a TRUE expert, Logan Ury. Logan is a behavioral scientist turned dating coach AND Director of Relationship Science at Hinge. In this episode we talk about all the secrets of how to be great at online dating. Should you lie about your age if you’re over 35? Is it OK to ghost if you’re not interested? Listen to find out. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Is dating getting WORSE? What is behavioral science? How to create the best dating profile What is a “beige” flag? How to pick photos for a dating profile How to make your online dating profile stand out What photos should you NOT have on your dating profile Is it OK to lie about your age on dating apps? Should you video chat someone before going on a date? Low cost date ideas Logan’s BRILLIANT strategy for dating Should you be searching for butterflies when dating? How to date if you’re struggling with self confidence How to not be awkward when flirting Logan’s thoughts on “settling” 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Codes: Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/FOODHEAVEN For a limited time, get 20% off the entire InsideTracker store when you sign up at insidetracker.com/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 8, 2023

Does colorism play a role in dating? Do successful CisHet black men tend to marry non-black women? Do Black women have a harder time finding love? Today on the podcast we dive into all things dating with matchmaker Tennesha Wood @tenneshawood. Tennesha is the founder of The Broom List, the first and only matchmaking service for Black professionals. This is the second episode of our Dating & Relationships series and you don’t want to miss it! In This Episode, We’ll Cover: Common struggles with dating while black Whether or not colorism plays a role in dating The top 2 overlooked places to find love (hint: must love dogs) Tennesha’s success rate as a Black matchmaker What matchmaking actually entails How can you make the most of online dating? Will you find your perfect partner with a matchmaker? What is it like to work with a matchmaker? Should you be open to relocating for love? How flexible do you need to be in relationships? What are appropriate dealbreakers to make when dating? Why is it harder for black women to date? How does colorism impact dating in the black community? Is it a red flag if a man is over 35 and unmarried? How much does matchmaking cost? How much time and energy should you put into dating? What questions to ask on date 1 & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Codes: Get $20 off your first month when you sign up with the code FOODHEAVEN20 at Nuuly.com Visit nutrisense.io/foodheaven and use code FOODHEAVEN to save $30 and get 1 month of free dietitian support Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. For our resources and shownotes, visit www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 1, 2023

NEW MONTH, NEW SERIES. This time we’re talking about relationships. Do you ever wonder what science has to say about maintaining a fulfilling long-term relationship? Today on the podcast, we interviewed acclaimed relationship scientist, Ty Tashiro. His book, The Science of Happily Ever After, shows how our decision-making abilities falter when choosing mates and how insights from social science can help us make smarter decisions. You don’t want to miss an episode of our dating and relationships series! We are going to speak to everyone from Tennesha Wood the founder of the first ever matchmaking firm dedicated to black professionals, to Logan Ury the author of How Not to Die Alone & director of relationship science at the dating app Hinge. And of course we can’t talk about relationships without talking about divorce, so we will interview Chaute Thompson, a counselor who helps couples and families grow healthier relationships. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What “happily ever after” really means Why we only get 3 wishes for an idea partner Why most people wish for the wrong things Why the seeds of marital conflict can be traced back to your first dates How to improve the quality of your existing relationship Why is it so hard to date these days? What is wrong with online dating? What is the best age to get married? What is the worst age to get married? How to swipe smarter on dating apps. What traits make a great life partner? What is the number 1 trait to have in a satisfying relationship? Is being “nice” a bad thing in relationships? What is a novelty seeker and why could that be a dealbreaking trait? 3 things to look for successful online dating (hint: it’s not compatible zodiac signs). Does wealth really matter in relationships? Are soulmates real? What does it take to make relationships work? Should you feel a spark when dating? 1 thing you can do NOW to improve your relationship. 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Code: For a limited time, you get 20% off the entire Inside Tracker store when you sign up at insidetracker.com/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 25, 2023

Last month when I asked who you wanted us to interview for our habits series, 90% of you said, Gretchen Rubin. Today your wish comes true. For those not familiar with Gretchen, she is one of today’s most influential and thought-provoking observers of happiness and human nature, especially as it pertains to habits. Gretchen is the author of Better than Before, The 4 Tendencies, and The Happiness Project and in this episode, she shares the secret to creating health-promoting habits that will work for you. Listen to this episode with Gretchen Rubin to learn how to help yourself based on your personality type and tendencies In This Episode, We’ll Cover: Gretchen’s #1 tip to being happier. Why it’s important to know your nature before you try to adopt habits. How to figure out your personality type. What are outer vs inner expectations? How do you know when you need an accountability buddy? How monitoring your current habits can help you create change. 3 strategies to create change. How to start making healthier habits. 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Code: Visit nutrisense.io/foodheaven and use code FOODHEAVEN to save $30 and get 1 month of free dietitian support. For our resources and show notes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 24, 2023

Join BFF's and registered dietitians, Wendy Lopez and Jessica Jones, as they talk to different health & nutrition experts about how we can live healthier, more balanced lives. No restrictive diets or quick fixes here. If you’re looking for a sustainable and inclusive path to wellness, hang out with Wendy and Jess every Wednesday and learn how to take care of yourself from the inside out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 18, 2023

It’s that time of the year when we’re being hit with the usual scammy new year, new you content. We’re seeing it all from detoxes to gut cleanses and we’re very much over it. Want to learn how to identify practical habits that will work for you beyond 2023? Listen in to today’s conversation with Sammy Previte + Jenna Werner, dietitians and hosts of the What The Actual Fork podcast. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Why you should skip the detox diets and cleanses Evidenced based ways to actually improve your health Our thoughts on sleep, step and calorie trackers The top tik tok wellness trends that should die already & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Code: Get $20 off your first month when you sign up with the code FOODHEAVEN20 at Nuuly.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 11, 2023

There’s so much pressure to start a new fitness routine for the new year and oftentimes people sign up for exercises they don’t even enjoy doing. Today we’re talking with Barry Shingle who has over 20 years of experience working in fitness and is the director of programming at Rancho La Puerta. We explore ways to develop a fitness routine that you actually enjoy (and that lasts beyond January!) In This Episode, We’ll Cover: Ways to create sustainable habits around exercise Why having goals that revolve around aesthetics is problematic How to figure out what exercise you actually enjoy doing The importance of acknowledging physical limitations when exercising The difference between building strength and overexertion + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Code: Go to athleticgreens.com/FOODHEAVEN for a free 1-year supply of vitamin D and 5 free travel packs. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 4, 2023

We aren’t the biggest fans of New Year’s resolutions. Studies show 91 percent of us won’t achieve our new year’s resolutions, so it’s time to try something new. This month we are focusing on how to build healthy habits, starting with 23 (non-diet-ey) food habits that add up over time. We talk about everything from our strategies for getting enough water to how we are able to put together a nourishing breakfast in 5 minutes or less. In This Episode, We’ll Cover: Our top food habits that have nothing to do with what you eat Easy strategies for eating more mindfully The one habit that helps us recenter after returning home from traveling The one habit that can help you build more trust with your body & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. For show notes: Braised Meat Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJe3yL7NHdA Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 28, 2022

Do you compare yourself with others? (Raises hand.) Today we're re-airing one of our favorite conversations with Marci Evans on social comparison theory. If you have ever compared your success, body image, relationship status, friendships or even living situation to anyone else (especially on social media), you HAVE to listen to this episode. Social comparison theory states that individuals determine their own social and personal worth based on how they stack up against others. In some cases, comparison can be helpful, but more often than not, it’s bad for our wellbeing. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Which personality types tend to be more prone to comparing (hint: people who are empaths) What happens to our brains when we make these cross-comparisons Concrete things you can do to compare less…starting NOW & MORE Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 21, 2022

We’re wrapping up this nutrition essentials series by answering some of your most commonly asked nutrition questions. We cover topics like plant-based meat substitutes, iron intake concerns and the benefits of eating fermented foods. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Whether or not people should eat plant-based substitutes The best oils for cooking If you need to be concerned about eating more iron Ways to eat more fermented foods + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 14, 2022

Meal prep can be a major challenge for people who have busy work or school schedules…where do you find the time? Today we’re going through each step of our meal prep guide, from having an organized kitchen to gathering inspo for meals. By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to confidently make meals that are satisfying and enjoyable. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to organize your kitchen to make meal prep easier Our favorite kitchen tools for meal prep Our top resources for meal inspo The importance of convenience foods Meal ideas that are easy and quick to prepare + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. HOOKUP Codes: Visit www.californiaprunes.org for more information & delicious recipes, and pick up some California prunes on your next shopping trip for snacking, cooking & baking! Right now Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off your first three months a ritual.com/FOODHEAVEN Sign up today at philo.tv, and use promo code FOODHEAVEN to get 50% off your first month. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 7, 2022

People throw around the term healthy eating so frequently that it’s become wrapped up in confusion and vagueness. The everyday person doesn’t even know what it means anymore and oftentimes, “healthy eating” is actually masked as disordered eating. We’re here to provide some clarity on what healthy eating means and also leave you with some practical information on how to eat healthier. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What healthy eating IS and what healthy eating IS NOT How to put together a healthy plate Why you should eat different food groups How to figure out how much you should be eating Our favorite balanced meal ideas + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Codes: Visit www.californiaprunes.org for recipes, and be sure to look for California prunes at your favorite supermarket or specialty shop. Sign up today at philo.tv, and use promo code FOODHEAVEN to get 50% off your first month. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 30, 2022

Why do carbs and fats get so much shade? It seems like protein is always the “it” girl and in the world of nutrition misinformation, fats and carbs have historically been associated with weight gain, which has created fear around these food groups. Today we’re talking about whether or not protein provides more nutritional benefits than carbs and fats. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The historical context behind the demonization of fats and carbs How the desire for thinness has been a driving factor behind fat/carb restriction Whether or not some macronutrients are more beneficial than others The importance and functions of each macronutrient in the body Foods that contain each of the macronutrients and how to put together a healthy plate + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Codes: Visit www.californiaprunes.org for recipes, and be sure to look for California prunes at your favorite supermarket or specialty shop. Sign up today at philo.tv, and use promo code FOODHEAVEN to get 50% off your first month. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 23, 2022

With the holidays this week, we are re-airing this timely conversation. Yewande Komolafe is a journalist for New York Times Cooking with a keen eye for FLAVOR. As an immigrant from Nigeria, she loves incorporating the flavors of her culture combined with the techniques of traditional french cooking. Today on the pod, I talk with Yewande about her unique take on Thanksgiving and how her immigration to the United States during her college years shaped the way she celebrates the holiday. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How Yewande’s incredible food scientist mom inspired her to work the food industry Megan Thee Stallion’s Hottie Sauce Chicken Sandwich from Popeyes How Yewande incorporates the flavors of her native country of Nigeria to influence her recipes Yewande’s advice for anyone who is spending the holiday alone or with just a couple guests Recipe Recs & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Yewande’s Website Yewande’s Instagram Yewande’s NTY Article Yewande’s Recipes: Citrus Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Jollof Rice, Braised Goat Leg in Obe Ata, Roasted Carrots With Yaji Spice Relish, Fish Pepper Soup Produced By Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 16, 2022

Social media and influencer culture has given rise to SO many online scams, from detox supplements to pyramid schemes. Today we talk with journalist Symeon Brown about how social media has been shifting culture, beauty standards and what people are defining as success. Symeon Brown is a reporter and journalist and was nominated for a 2019 Orwell Prize and shortlisted for a 2018 British Journalism Award. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The ways in which social media creates a false sense of reality How wellness quickly turns into scam culture online The intersections of social justice and influencer culture Whether or not venmo/cashapp donations are problematic Healthier ways to engage with social media + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ Make your dollars make a difference. Open an Aspiration Account at Aspiration.com/TREE and move your money out of fossil fuels. Right now Ritual is offering our listeners 10% off your first three months at Ritual.com/FOODHEAVEN Never lose your edge with the all-new Lexus RX For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 9, 2022

Are you always running late to meetings? Do you wonder where did all of the hours go in the day? After exploring my burnout, I realized that the biggest trigger for being depleted is not managing time effectively. The problem is, when do you ever learn how to manage your time well? Unfortunately, it’s not something we are taught in school or even as adults. Listen in to learn about time management as we pick the brain of expert Laura Vanderkam, author of several time management books, including the forthcoming Tranquility by Tuesday: Nine Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters. In This Episode, We’ll Cover: The irony of Laura being late to a presentation on time management How to build a life that serves you by managing your time effectively What to do when you have a lot of friends/fam that you want to spend time with but feel drained afterward How to set boundaries for phone use & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Codes: Get 15% OFF your entire purchase when you visit goGnarly.com and enter promo code FOODHEAVEN Never lose your edge with the all-new Lexus RX For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 2, 2022

You know you have to eat, but if you’re being honest, you aren’t looking forward to your next meal. For us, eating has been weird these past couple of years. Sometimes we’re excited about food, but more often than not, we want to be as far away from the kitchen as possible. In today’s minisode, we discuss what to do when feeling stuck or unenthused by food. In This Episode, We’ll Cover: How burnout has shifted our eating habits Ideas for keeping meals simple How mental health can affect our appetite The importance of meeting nutritional needs & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup Resources: Food Network Article https://www.foodnetwork.com/healthyeats/healthy-tips/what-to-eat-when-youre-not-in-the-mood-for-food For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Sponsor: Never lose your edge with the all-new Lexus RX Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 26, 2022

Over the last three weeks, we’ve taken a serious dive into the burnout we are experiencing individually and as a collective. If you haven’t listened to those episodes, check them out now! Today we want to offer a bit of light at the end of the tunnel as we share what we have found helpful for managing our burnout recovery. To be clear, we don’t have the answers, but we’ve been in the thick of it and want to share what’s working. In This Episode, We’ll Cover: The daily non-negotiables that sets up for success The number 1 thing we have to do every day to stay centered A simple concept that completely changed how we manage our time & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Codes: Ritual is offering our listeners 10% off your first three months at Ritual.com/FOODHEAVEN Visit goGnarly.com and enter promo code FOODHEAVEN to get 15% off your entire purchase Never lose your edge with the all-new Lexus RX For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 19, 2022

If you’re like us, you have been feeling a bit *over* social media lately. It feels like everyone is an influencer and everything has been done…to death. Some days it feels boring, and other days it feels downright toxic. In today’s episode, we chat about whether or not a culture shift is coming and our predictions for what the next few years will look like on social. In This Episode, We’ll Cover: Where it all went wrong with social media How never-ending content contributes to burnout Can you be on social media AND protect your peace? Our predictions for the future of social media & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Codes: Open an Aspiration Account at Aspiration.com/FOODHEAVENDEBIT and move your money out of fossil fuels Never lose your edge with the all-new Lexus RX For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Show notes: A culture shift is coming: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/there-is-a-culture-shift-coming-part-one-social-media/id1458568923?i=1000559674856 Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 12, 2022

Are millennials still the burnout generation? We think so. In part two of our 4-part burnout series, we have an updated discussion on a popular 2019 article about how millennials tend to be burned out with life. Why do small, straightforward tasks on our to-do list feel impossible? Listen in while we share our thoughts on some structural factors contributing to burnout. In This Episode, We’ll Cover: Why millennials are (still) the burnout generation Why small, straightforward tasks on our to-do list feel impossible Structural factors contributing to burnout (did the baby boomers have it easier?) Will we ever get ahead as a generation? & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup HOOKUP Codes: Visit goGnarly.com and enter promo code FOODHEAVEN to get 15% off your entire purchase today Never lose your edge with the all-new Lexus RX For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Shownotes: https://www.buzzfeednews.com/amphtml/annehelenpetersen/millennials-burnout-generation-debt-work https://www.buzzfeednews.com/amphtml/tianaclarkpoet/millennial-burnout-black-women-self-care-anxiety-depression Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 7, 2022

There’s nothing wrong with dairy milk, however if you have an allergy or dairy intolerance (or just don’t like the taste) plant milks may be a great option for you. There are so many plant-based milk alternatives out there...how do you know which one to choose? In This Episode, We’ll Cover: Some of the most popular plant milks and their nutritional highlights Nutrients to consider when picking a plant milk The issue with making plant milks at home & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Sponsor: Never lose your edge with the all-new Lexus RX. Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 5, 2022

Burnout. Everybody’s talking about it, but what are we actually doing about it? Today’s episode is the first of a 4-part series detailing our burnout struggles and how we’ve been managing it. We don’t have all the answers but want to be as candid as possible so that others with burnout feel less alone. In This Episode, We’ll Cover: When burnout started for us and what makes us feel most drained Some of the personal physical and mental health issues we have been struggling with What will stay and what must go (both personally and professionally speaking) A look into our upcoming 4-part burnout series & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes at https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Sponsor: Never lose your edge with the all-new Lexus RX. Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 28, 2022

Did you know that it’s normal to crave carbs during your period? In today’s episode, we chat with women's health Dietitian Valerie Agyeman of Flourish Heights about all things menstruation. Tune in to learn if you should eat different things during the various phases of your cycle, dealing with menstruation fatigue and common period myths + facts. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How menstruation impacts the body nutritionally Why we crave carbs leading up to our periods Nutritional deficiencies that may be caused by menstruation If we should be eating different things during different menstrual phases + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ HOOKUP Codes: Head to SproutLiving.com and use code FOODHEAVEN for 20% off your order Get 10% off your first three months at Ritual.com/FOODHEAVEN Get 15% off your entire purchase when you visit goGnarly.com and enter code FOODHEAVEN Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 21, 2022

If you’ve been struggling with constipation and nothing has been working, then this is the episode for you. Constipation is incredibly uncomfortable and may be an indication that there are issues with your digestive tract. We got a better understanding of what may be happening in the body and treatment options with GI expert Tamara Duker Freuman, MS, RD, CDN. Tamara is New York City-based registered dietitian and America's Trusted Digestive Nutrition Expert. She holds a master’s degree in clinical nutrition from New York University, is a member of New York Gastroenterology Associates, where her clinical practice specializes in managing digestive disorders through diet. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The clinical definition for chronic constipation Different types of constipation and what they’re caused by Treatment approaches for constipation relief Lifestyle strategies that can help Whether or not probiotics are helpful + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ HOOKUP Codes: Join Thrive Market today and get $80 in free groceries at ThriveMarket.com/HEAVEN Dry Farm Wines is offering an extra bottle in your first box for a penny (because it’s alcohol, it can’t be free) AT DryFarmWines.com/foodheaven Open an Aspiration Account at Aspiration.com/FOODHEAVENDEBIT and move your money out of fossil fuel For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Book: The Bloated Belly Whisperer Book: Regular Twitter: tamaraduker Instagram: bloatedbellywhisperer FB: bloatedbellywhisperer Produced by Dear Media Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 14, 2022

As bodies go through changes, it’s normal to size out of clothing. However, this can be incredibly triggering for people who have an emotional attachment to their clothing or maybe spent a lot of money on items they love. Getting rid of clothing that used to fit into is hard and today we’re talking all about it with Alissa Rumsey, registered dietitian, certified intuitive eating counselor, and food and body liberation coach. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What to do with clothes that no longer fit How to navigate weight loss thoughts when trying on clothes The larger societal issues that impact what sizing is available Helpful resources for inclusive sizing + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ HOOKUP Codes: Get an extra bottle in your first box for a penny (because it's alcohol, it can't be free) at DryFarmWines.com/foodheaven Soundtrack your summer with the Sonos Move at Sonos.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 7, 2022

Many of us have lost touch with what personal style even means these past couple of years. Sweats and pajamas have become the norm and wearing stylish clothes has been a struggle to say the least. Today we’re talking with Dacy Gillespie, a personal stylist who intuitively guides her clients to discover what they feel best in. She helps people let go of the external messages they’ve been given about what they should wear and get to the heart of what’s making them uncomfortable about their clothes. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to figure out what your personal style is Building a wardrobe that’s functional Questions to ask yourself when figuring out what clothes to buy Helpful tips for people who don’t feel good in their clothes Ways body image affects personal style + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ HOOKUP Codes: Get your first box for a penny (because it's alcohol, it can't be free) at DryFarmWines.com/foodheaven Soundtrack your summer with the Sonos Move at Sonos.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 31, 2022

Have you been seeing a lot of people talk about their capsule wardrobe recently? For those not familiar, a capsule wardrobe is a collection of clothing that is composed of interchangeable items only, to maximize the number of outfits you can wear. I (Jess) have been obsessed with this concept for YEARS and have been searching for the right guest to dive in. Welp, we’ve found her! ​​Our podcast guest this week, Dacy Gillespie @mindfulcloset, is a personal stylist who intuitively guides her clients to discover what they feel best in. She helps them let go of the external messages they’ve been given about what they should wear and get to the heart of what’s making them uncomfortable about their clothes. Through their work building a functional wardrobe, Dacy’s clients make a mindset shift from thinking they need to wear what’s flattering to unapologetically taking up space in the world. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The benefits and disadvantages of a capsule wardrobe How to get started with creating one How many items of clothing you need How to be flexible with the concept of a capsule & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ HOOKUP Codes: Soundtrack your summer with the Sonos Move at Sonos.com Visit goGnarly.com and use promo code FOODHEAVEN to get 15% off your entire purchase. Visit ritual.com/FOODHEAVEN for 10% off your first three months. For our resources and show notes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 24, 2022

Do you get the tingles?? If you are an ASMR fanatic like me (Jess), you know exactly what I’m talking about. Did you know that ASMR is the 3rd most popular search of ALL time on YouTube? In today’s episode, we chat with an ASMRtist (get it? ASMR + artist = ASMArtist *slaps knee*) about how this all started and WTF is going on for people when they experience ASMR. Join us as we chat all things ASMR with Tammy Lung, a Healing Touch Apprentice and founder of the LIVE ASMR pop-up, The Tingles Bar @tinglesbar In This Episode We’ll Cover: Our experience with “the tingles” The historic lack of representation in the ASMRtist space The science behind ASMR Why do some people love ASMR while others hate it How to find your tingle triggers & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ HOOKUP Codes: Soundtrack your summer with the Sonos Move at Sonos.com Join Thrive Market today and get eighty dollars in free groceries at ThriveMarket.com/Heaven Tune into the Unthinkably Good Things premiere Sunday, August 28 at 9 ET/8 CT on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries For our resources and show notes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 17, 2022

Whenever you see a book or popular documentary on minimalism, there is usually a white face behind it. Minimalism has almost become synonymous with whiteness (literally and figuratively) in our culture. Today we talk with Christine Platt the @afrominimalist about how to reclaim minimalism in the Black community and ultimately live more with less. Christine’s most recent book, The Afrominimalist’s Guide To Living With Less, is a radical re-envisioning of minimalism that focuses on authenticity over aesthetics. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to get to the root of your overconsumption Why minimalism should center authenticity over aesthetics How to practice minimalism without making it a full-time job Can you shop on Amazon and still be a minimalist? How spending habits are a reflection of how we were raised & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ HOOKUP Codes: Soundtrack your summer with the Sonos Move at Sonos.com Apply right now at Aspiration.com/FOODHEAVEN to go carbon neutral effortlessly and earn a three-hundred-dollar bonus Go to GoGnarly.com and use promo code FOODHEAVEN to get 15% off your entire purchase For our resources and show notes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 10, 2022

It seems like ads for supplements are everywhere these days. I’m sure you’ve been wondering if the supplements are helpful…or more of a hoax? Many of our clients come to us with a long list of supplements they are taking. Most aren’t even sure whether or not they are doing anything. Tune in to the podcast this week for our evidence-based thoughts! In This Episode We’ll Cover: Do You Need a Supplement? Who Should Take Supplements? Which Supplements Are Right for You? Our favorite resources for researching supplement efficacy and quality & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ Soundtrack your summer with the Sonos Move at Sonos.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 3, 2022

INTERESTING FACT: I got a new construction loan to build @jewelcrestjoshua with absolutely NO money down (not even closing costs). While being able to take on a project like this does require an incredible about of privilege (good credit, having a decent proof of income, being able to spend countless hours navigating the system, cash reserves for permits, etc), I would have never realized that something like this could be done without a 5 or 6 figure downpayment. Did you know that you DON’T need a 20% downpayment to secure a home loan? Or that the government will lend you money to buy a multifamily investment property. In today’s episode, we demystify how to secure a mortgage even if you don’t have excellent credit or 20% down. In today’s episode, we chat with Matthew Garland (@mgthemortgageguy), licensed mortgage broker and Division Manager at United Northern Mortgage Bankers on all things home loans. Be sure to tune in! In This Episode We’ll Cover: With the market, and the economy right now, should we even be buying a house right now How much should we be saving for a down payment FHA vs conventional loans How to find the best financing programs & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ HOOKUP Codes: Head to sproutliving.com and use code FOODHEAVEN for 20% off your order Soundtrack your summer with Sonos at Sonos.com For our resources and show notes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Matt’s Instagram Matt’s Podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 27, 2022

Something as routine as looking in the mirror can feel very uncomfortable when struggling with body acceptance. In a world that encourages people to be consumed by appearance, it can be hard to figure out where to even begin when it comes to feeling at peace in your own body. Today we’re talking about what happens when you don’t like what you see in the mirror with Alissa Rumsey, registered dietitian, certified intuitive eating counselor, and food and body liberation coach. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Signs of poor body image Why women tend to have a harder time with body acceptance Is body positivity always the answer? Ways to shift your mindset when negative body thoughts come up + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit ritual.com/FOODHEAVEN for 10% off your first 3 months Head to sproutliving.com and use code FOODHEAVEN for 20% off your order Soundtrack your summer with Sonos at Sonos.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media ________ Resources: Alissa's Instagram Alissa's Website Saucye West’s Instagram Saucye’s Mentioned Post Fight For Inclusivity List of Clothing Brands with Inclusive Sizing Show notes: https://www.instagram.com/saucyewest/ Saucye West post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CWC0gQ2L7gJ/ (list starts on slide 7, looks like it's also listed here) List of brands that offer up to 6x or more: https://www.byrdie.com/size-inclusive-brands-5200840 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 20, 2022

Today we’re re-airing one of our favorite episodes with Cal Newport and we’re SO EXCITED because his book totally changed our relationship to social media. Cal is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University. In addition to researching cutting­ edge technology, he also writes about the impact of these innovations on our culture. Newport is the author of six books, including the New York Times bestseller, Digital Minimalism, which argues that we should be much more selective about the technologies we adopt in our personal lives, and Deep Work, which argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the modern workplace. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What digital minimalism looks like in real life The ways in which excessive screen time can be harmful Creating values that are not tied up in productivity or social media Practical ways to disconnect and tap into your life values & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Head to SproutLiving.com and use code FOODHEAVEN for 20% off your order Sign up for Thrive Market to receive 25% off your first order and a free 30-day membership by visiting ThriveMarket.com/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 13, 2022

Sleep continues to be an issue for many of us so we’re re-airing one of our most popular episodes with psychologist Justin Gibson who is trained CBTI (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia). A lot of us already had issues getting quality sleep before and with COVID it all went out the window. We’ll be discussing practical ways to improve sleep quality. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) is and why it’s effective The difference between insomnia and occasional sleep troubles How many hours a night people should actually be sleeping Myths vs facts about sleep health & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 6, 2022

Today we’re re-airing our conversation with THE Evelyn Tribole (!!! literally screaming), co-author of the best selling Intuitive Eating book, which is pretty much our intuitive eating bible. Evelyn is a walking source of knowledge, and we wanted to have a conversation with her about call out culture and cultivating compassion through communication. SO many gems were dropped and this has been one of our favorite episodes!! In This Episode We’ll Cover: Evelyn’s personal experiences throughout the years with call out culture How social media and the internet has amplified cancel culture Ways that call out culture has manifested in the dietitian community with people disagreeing on the intuitive eating vs weight loss approach The difference between calling out, calling on, and calling in How to develop self preservation and compassion with disagreements & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Resources: Evelyn’s website Evelyn’s IG Newest edition of Intuitive Eating Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 29, 2022

Bloating. Everybody has it. But it makes some people more uncomfortable than others. First, we are here to tell you that bloating is 100% normal and part of the complex digestion process. But if you are feeling like your bloating is excessive and causing distress, we want to provide some information and tools to help. In today’s episode, we speak with the queen of digestion, Tamara Duker Freuman, MS, RD, CDN, @tamarafreuman a New York City-based registered dietitian, and trusted digestive nutrition expert. Tamara is the author of "The Bloated Belly Whisperer," and her next book, REGULAR, will be published in April 2023. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The common causes of bloating How to know when you need to seek professional help IBS vs. Bloating How bloating can be treated Functional Dyspepsia & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ For our resources and show notes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast _______ Resources: Tamara’s Book Tamara’s Twitter Tamara’s Instagram Tamara’s Facebook Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 22, 2022

Have you been planning for healthcare in retirement? (Whoops we haven’t either 😬) Today’s episode was a complete eye-opener because we didn't realize that the government doesn't exactly have our back when it comes to healthcare later in life. Learn the difference between Medicaid and medicare + what you can do to optimize the system when you need it. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The difference between medicare parts A, B, C, D (we literally had no idea) Why most people WON’T qualify for long-term care when they age The income limits for qualifying for Medicaid and why it’s problematic AF How to plan for healthcare in retirement & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 15, 2022

Juneteenth is upon us. For those who aren’t familiar with the history, Juneteenth is a holiday to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US. On today’s podcast episode, we chat with James Beard Award-nominated food writer, master home cook, and producer, Nicole A. Taylor about all things Juneteenth and her upcoming cookbook, Watermelon and Redbirds: A Cookbook for Juneteenth and Black Celebrations. This is the first-ever cookbook centering Juneteenth so we were thrilled to get a chance to discuss it with Nicole. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The history behind Juneteenth & why it matters Nicole's favorite spins on traditional Black recipes Black food traditions Thoughts on watermelon and other foods with a traumatizing past & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 8, 2022

Have you ever felt like homeownership wasn’t attainable for you? We did too….until we learned about some of the programs to help make home buying a possibility for first-time homebuyers. In today’s episode, we chat with Matthew Garland (@mgthemortgageguy), licensed mortgage broker and Division Manager at United Northern Mortgage Bankers. This is a goodie so make sure to tune in! In This Episode We’ll Cover: The best credit score to have when applying for mortgages How the American dream is flawed The benefits of having a realtor What “Don’t be house rich, and cash poor” means The difference between ELIGIBILITY & AFFORDABILITY Whether or not home warranties are a scam 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Matt’s Instagram Matt’s Podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 1, 2022

You've probably heard somewhere that you should have 8 to 10 glasses of water per day. Well, as it turns out, there’s no scientific research to back up this number. In today’s podcast episode, learn how to figure out how much water you should be getting and other ways to stay hydrated this summer. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How water helps retain moisture in the body, including in hair and skin Myths about caffeine and hydration Ways to ensure you’re drinking enough water during the day H2O alternatives & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast ________ Resources: Hydration Episode Hydration Article Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 25, 2022

So many people talk about feeling depressed, but what exactly is depression? Today we’re expanding on the clinical definitions for depression, what some of the signs are that you’re depressed and ways to support loved ones with depression. Joining us is Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett, national award-winning psychologist, professor and leading expert on anxiety disorders among Black Americans. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The differences between ‘major’ & ‘persistent’ depression How the pandemic has contributed to the increase of depression globally Knowing when it’s time to get support What to do when you need treatment and you’re uninsured + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/hookup/ HOOKUP CODES: Visit katefarms.com and use the code, ‘wendyjess15’ to get 15% off your purchase! Head over to thatsitfruit.com/foodheaven and use code FOODHEAVEN to get 20% off your order Join Kelly Smith Trimble, gardening expert, and editor at HGTV.com as she answers commonly asked vegetable gardening questions on the podcast Dig It! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 18, 2022

What should you do when your partner makes negative comments about your weight or food choices? Some people might say “dump them” but this may not be helpful for someone who wants to find ways to make the relationship work. Today we’re talking through this with Ragen Chastain, a speaker, writer, trained researcher, Certified Health Coach, and thought leader in Weight Science, Weight Stigma, and the Health at Every Size paradigm. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Red flags that your partner is fatphobic How online dating photos can tell a lot about a partner’s view on body image Ways to constructively bring up body conversations with your partner Setting boundaries for weight and body talk When it’s time to leave the relationship + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit katefarms.com and use the code, ‘wendyjess15’ to get 15% off your purchase! Head over to thatsitfruit.com/foodheaven and use code FOODHEAVEN to get 20% off your order Join Kelly Smith Trimble, gardening expert, and editor at HGTV.com as she answers commonly asked vegetable gardening questions on the podcast Dig It! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Ragen’s Instagram Ragen’s Blog Ragen’s HAES Health Sheets Ragen’s Substack See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 11, 2022

Have you struggled with how to support someone who is grieving? We can’t tell you how many times we’ve been in incredibly awkward situations or said the wrong thing in an effort to be helpful. Today we’re talking about grief and loss with Rachel Wilkerson Miller, the author of The Art of Showing Up: How to Be There for Yourself and Your People. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to recognize what grief looks like for you Grief of your past SELF being a thing Ways to identify someone’s needs during grieving How to be a good friend to someone who is grieving + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit katefarms.com and use the code, ‘wendyjess15’ to get 15% off your purchase! Go to Framebridge.com and use the promo code ‘FOODHEAVEN’ to save an additional 15% off your first order! Join Kelly Smith Trimble, gardening expert, and editor at HGTV.com as she answers commonly asked vegetable gardening questions on the podcast Dig It! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 4, 2022

Did you know that periods are a vital sign? They tell us so much about what is happening in the body and can be used as an indicator for underlying conditions like endometriosis or fibroids. Today we’re diving deep into menstrual cycles with fertility physician Dr. Obehi Asemota. Dr. Asemota will be covering what happens during a normal menstrual cycle, the long term effects of birth control, what is considered normal for PMS and more. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How the menstrual cycle works Signs that your menstrual cycle is not normal The myths surrounding birth control and fertility How the body changes as we approach menopause PMS & more! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit katefarms.com and use the code, ‘wendyjess15’ to get 15% off your purchase! Go to theouai.com and use the code ‘FOODHEAVEN’ to get 15% off your entire purchase! Join Kelly Smith Trimble, gardening expert, and editor at HGTV.com as she answers commonly asked vegetable gardening questions on the podcast Dig It! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Hope Fertility Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 27, 2022

Wondering if you need to eat plant-based in order to be healthy? (Hint: the answer is no). In today’s episode we dive into the rise of plant-based eating in the US and why so many people are flocking to this style of eating. If you are a plant-based eater (or plan to become one) we discuss how you can make sure to incorporate a wide variety of nutrients in order to meet your dietary needs. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Plant based vs. Plant Forward How going vegan can affect your vitamin and mineral levels + supplement considerations The truths about B12 The two types of iron + how to ensure that you are meeting your needs How incorporating a variety of foods in your diet is key! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit cozyearth.com to get 35% off site-wide when you use the code FOODHEAVEN Visit ritual.com/FOODHEAVEN for 10% off your first three months For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 20, 2022

Is it possible to have TOO many friends? (Hint: yes it is.) Today on the podcast, we chat with author Rachel Wilckerson Miller about how to be a good friend to yourself and others. Rachel is the perfect person to talk to about this because she wrote a whole book on this topic (The Art of Showing Up: How to Be There for Yourself and Your People…order it NOW). Today we deep dive into all things friendship, including how to be a good friend, how to balance all your friendships, what to do when conflict arises and creating tools for implementing boundaries. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to be a good friend without burning yourself out How to deal with conflict in a friendship (because avoidance is not the answer) Practical tools for setting boundaries with your besties & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Get 35% off site-wide when you use code FOODHEAVEN at CozyEarth.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 13, 2022

Our relationship to money has been so weird and complicated throughout the years, but we’re now in a place where we see money as a facilitator for living life on our terms. In talking about all aspects of wellness, money is an important part of the conversation. Specifically on how to build assets and wealth, especially when you don’t come from money. Today on the podcast we talk about how we manage our finances, from investing in real estate to planning for retirement. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Our financial situations growing up and how that influences how we manage our money now • The biggest financial mistakes we’ve made • How we diversify our income • Our money-saving advice & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit framebridge.com and use promo code FOODHEAVEN to save an additional 15% off your first order For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 6, 2022

Fatphobia is rampant in the medical community. Doctors and providers are notorious for prescribing weight loss for everything from acid reflux to joint pain. The problem is, this weight loss advice is not only misguided... it's outright harmful. Today on the podcast, we are joined by Ragen Chastain, a speaker, Certified Health Coach, and thought leader in Weight Science, Weight Stigma, and the Health at Every Size paradigm. Ragen sheds light on her experience in fat activism and gives us pointers on how to go into a doctor’s office prepared with a litany of clap backs to help decenter weight from your treatment plan. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to find a medical provider that is aligned with your weight inclusive values What to do when you feel like your doctor is discriminating based on your weight Harm Reduction Techniques in the doctor’s office Ragen’s super helpful HAES Health Sheets & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Go to theouai.com and use code ‘FOODHEAVEN’ for 15% off your entire purchase Visit uomabeauty.com/FOODHEAVEN to get 20% off your first order site wide Resources: Ragen’s Instagram Ragen’s Blog Ragen’s HAES Health Sheets Ragen’s Substack Others Mentioned: @thefatdoctoruk NoWeigh.org FatFriendlydocs.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 30, 2022

Limited social contact with other humans over the past 2 years has seriously stunted our social skills and has resulted in increased anxiety about re-entering the post-pandemic world. Today on the podcast we talk with Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett, a national award-winning psychologist, professor at Kent State University, and the leading expert on anxiety disorders among Black Americans. Dr. Angela provides us with coping mechanisms and strategies to make re-entering into the post-covid world less intimidating. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How face coverings have affected social interaction Anxiety vs. social anxiety Treatment options for social anxiety Cognitive Behavior Therapy & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Celebrate International Women's Month with outdoor sneakers designed just for you at Merrell.com Visit UOMAbeauty.com/FOODHEAVEN to get 20% off site wide! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 23, 2022

Getting pregnant can be a straight shot for some and a source of stress for others. Today on the pod, we talk with fertility specialist Dr. Obehi Asemota about her passion for helping families grow, the complexities of conception, the importance of thinking ahead if you see pregnancy in your future, and the treatment options for individuals who are struggling with fertility. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Debunking the myths about black women and fertility Egg freezing- when to think about it The cost of fertility services including IVF Testing to assess fertility status The steps to take if you are struggling with fertility and MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit UOMAbeauty.com/FOODHEAVEN to get 20% off site wide! Celebrate International Women's Month with outdoor sneakers designed just for you at Merrell.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Obehi’s Clinic Website Obehi’s Instagram Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 16, 2022

In today’s episode, we chat with Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross about the research findings behind the passing down of trauma from generation to generation, how to go about seeking help with treating trauma, how eating disorders and drug use are often a result of coping with a traumatic experience, and MORE! Dr. Ross is a board certified medical doctor that specializes in Preventive Medicine and Addiction Medicine. In 2020, she did a Ted Talk “The Gifts of Intergenerational Trauma”, which sparked our interest to dig deeper on this topic. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What intergenerational trauma is • How trauma can manifest differently from person to person • The correlation between disordered eating & trauma • The taboos surrounding getting therapy and how it varies culturally and generationally • How Dr. Ross manages her own mental health • Advice for how to start working through trauma and getting help 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit Ritual.com/FOODHEAVEN to get 10% off your first three months. Celebrate International Woman's Month with outdoor sneakers designed just for you at Merrell.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Dr. Ross’ TEDxPleasantGrove Online coaching program for food and body image issues: www.AnchorProgram.com www.carolynrossmd.com Co-founder of the Institute for Antiracism and Equity: antiracismandequity.com Books: The Food Addiction Recovery Workbook The Emotional Eating Workbook The Binge Eating and Compulsive Overeating Workbook SELF Article Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 9, 2022

Pati Jinich is the James Beard Award-winning Mexican chef who has dedicated her career to building a shared understanding between her two home countries: Mexico, where she was born, and the United States, where she lives currently and is raising her family. Today on the pod, we get to know Pati through her love and passion for food and discuss the food-centric traditions of her culture. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • How food is an expression of culture in Mexico • Why Mexican cooking deserves a place on the international culinary stage • Her favorite regions to eat in Mexico • The difference between Cali mex and Tex mex • Pati’s favorite easy Mexican dish you can make at home & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Rescources: Pati’s Instagram Pati’s Website Pati’s New Book! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 2, 2022

When it comes to eating healthy, the recommendations from nutritionists and health care providers often ignore accessibility to nutritious food. The truth is, racism and poverty significantly impact access to affordable and quality foods. In today’s episode, we address food insecurity and provide methods that might be helpful for eating healthier with limited access. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Ways to eat healthier with limited food access • How to save money when shopping on a budget • Useful community resources like farmers markets and food assistance programs 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: SELF Food Access Article: https://www.self.com/story/healthy-eating-and-food-access Food Network Food Access Article: https://www.foodnetwork.com/healthyeats/healthy-tips/how-to-eat-healthy-with-limited-food-access Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 23, 2022

Chef Harold Villarosa, or “Uncle Harold'' as he is known in the industry, has been on our radar ever since we saw his YouTube video content for Bon Appetite last year. IMO, Harold made Bon Appetite interesting again - which is why we wanted to get in touch and pick his brain about all things FOOD. Tune in as we chat with Chef Harold about his journey into the industry, his passion for cultural cooking, his favorite places to eat and MORE! In This Episode We’ll Cover: How Chef Harold got the nickname, “Uncle Harold” Where Harold gets his inspiration for cultural cooking His tips and tricks for cooking newbies Harolds MANY upcoming projects 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Go to Blueland.com/foodheaven to get 20% off your first order Resources Chef Harold’s Instagram Chef Harold’s Website Chef Harold’s YouTube Channel Filipino Soul Food Go Against the Grain For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 16, 2022

Let’s talk about boundaries. ESPECIALLY, during the pandemic, the lines of podcasting, working with clients, building and renovating our rental homes, spending time with family, and me-time have gotten blurred and it’s getting more and more difficult to differentiate between work and play. We need help! The queen of boundaries, Nedra Tawwab, joins us today in a chat all about the power of boundaries, how to create them, how to keep to them, and what to do when they aren’t being upheld or honored by another person. Nedra has 12 years of experience in relationship therapy, and uses her HUGE following online to help people around the world establish and implement boundaries that create a healthy relationship with others and, most importantly, themselves. Listen in as we learn the importance of self-compassion and grace. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Nedra’s advice for keeping boundaries during the pandemic How guilt and fear keeps us from protecting our boundaries What to do when others aren’t respecting your boundaries How self-compassion and boundaries are linked & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit ritual.com/FOODHEAVEN for 10% off your first 3 months Resources: Nedra’s Book Nedra’s Boundaries Workbook Nedra’s SkillShare Course Nedra’s Instagram Nedra’s Website For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 9, 2022

A few weeks ago, we were DMing Nasim Lahbichi about how much of a hot mess dating has been. Truth be told, dating can be messy in general, but it’s been ESPECIALLY challenging during the pandemic. So, of course we figured we should make an episode out of this! Join us as we keke with our favorite recipe developer, Nasim, about dating, relationships, love, break ups and everything in between. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The juicy details of our past relationships Wendy’s (shady AF?) story about throwing her ex’s computer out of the window Online dating wins and fails and our experience dating during the pandemic Jess’s experience with a certifiably insane crazy love-bomber The truths about filtering out the duds Red Flags vs Green Flags Love Languages & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Nasim’s Instagram Book Mentioned The Course of Love Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 2, 2022

As a dietitian, one of the most common questions I get asked is, “What do I eat before a workout?” In this minisode, I set the record straight and help you decide how to choose your pre- and post- workout snacks and meals. I also discuss the metabolism of macronutrients, how what you eat can be determined by the type of workout you choose, the importance of hydration and much, much more! In This Episode We’ll Cover: How picking your pre and post workout fuel is personal and different for everyone Eating before your workout Hydration The Science of Carbohydrates Weight Training and the benefits of protein Recipe Recs & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: For 20% off your first sip, go to www.drinkghia.com and use code 'FOODHEAVEN' at checkout. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 26, 2022

Plant parents, where you at? Today on the podcast, we have a VERY informational convo with one of our good friends Lois Gutierrez aka @lolatheplantlady. Lois specializes in Urban Gardening and in today's episode, she helps guide us on being better plant owners. Learn how to choose the right species, tips and tricks for sustaining the life of your plants, and the 4-1-1 about how to style our living spaces using plants & MORE. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Lois’ journey to becoming a legendary plant mom How keeping plants alive is a definite confidence booster Tips from a pro on how to incorporate plants into your living space How to pick plants that fit your lifestyle and environment Hacks for watering and care of your plant babies & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: For 20% off your first sip, go to www.drinkghia.com and use code ‘FOODHEAVEN’ Go to Blueland.com/foodheaven to get 20% off your first order Go to HelloFresh.com/foodheaven16 and use the code ‘FOODHEAVEN16’ for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Lois’ Book Lois’ Instagram Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 19, 2022

Have you ever heard of a Doula? A midwife? Wondered what the difference is? Today we chat with our longtime friend Myriam Webb. She’s a Registered Dietitian, Doula, Business Owner and soon to be Registered Nurse with a passion for helping women of color in her community (basically, she’s a superhero). This episode is packed with details about her job as a doula, her advice for birth persons during their pregnancy, the issues with our healthcare system and its adverse effects on BIPOC, pelvic floor health and MORE! In This Episode We’ll Cover: The differences between a doula and a midwife The Medical Industrial Complex Nutrition during pregnancy Institutional racism and its effect on maternal health The process of creating a birth plan Pelvic floor health & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: For 20% off your first sip, go to www.drinkghia.com and use code 'FOODHEAVEN' at checkout. Ritual is offering our listeners 10% off your first three months. Visit Ritual.com/FOODHEAVEN For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Website Instagram Newsletter All FoodHeaven listeners can get 50% off your initial enrollment for Myriam’s webinar series! Sign up via douliciousnutrition@gmail.com and let her know you are a listener! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 12, 2022

Keto, Atkins, Low-Carb, No-Carb, it’s all over your Instagram feed and the ‘wellness’ blogs and WE ARE OVER IT. Carbs are not the enemy and we’re are here to tell you why carbs (and a lot of them) are a critical part of our diet. In today’s episode, we deep dive into the myths about carbohydrates and defend their honor. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The myths and facts about carbs Why eating for pleasure is equally as important as eating for nutrition Why including carbs at every meal is critical & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. _______ Resources: Reference Article Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 5, 2022

Is anyone else still feeling burnt out as we enter 2022? In part two of our burnout series, we speak with fellow podcaster, Emily Thompson, who recently recovered from a two year battle with burnout. Emily calls herself a “Podcast Dinosaur” since she’s been in the pod space hosting her hit show, Being Boss, for over 7 years. Unfortunately, the success of her podcast and other companies triggered a debilitation bout with burnout that too a lot of time to recover from. In this episode, we discuss how the Being Boss mantra, mindset, boundaries, habits, routines got her through her tough two year experience with Burnout. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Emily’s experienced with Burnout for a full 2 years and how she dealt with it How Burnout can manifest differently from person to person The importance of communication in relationships, especially during times of hardship Advice for navigating Burnout effectively What to prioritize post Burnout to keep a level head & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Go to Blueland.com/foodheaven to get 20% off your first order For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Emily’s Podcast Emily’s Instagram Almanac Supply Co. Instagram Emily’s Twitter Emily’s Website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 15, 2021

Trigger Foods can cause a daily stressor that NOBODY asked for, but cutting them out of your life completely may not be the answer but rather, the problem. In today’s solo mini-sode (Wendy is on VACAY) I'll be discussing 7 ways to deal with triggering foods that can help you enjoy them again. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How restricting trigger foods can ultimately lead to overeating and binging Food Habituation Pleasant Satisfaction vs. HANGER Being present during eating Affirmations & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit HelloFresh.com/foodheaven14 and use the code ‘FOODHEAVEN14’ for up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts Visit MadeInCookware.com/foodheaven and use promo code foodheaven for 15% off your first order from See how you can invest in IndexIQ a New York Life Investment company and program approved by the American Heart Association today at www.hartetf.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Resources: Trigger Foods SELF article Evelyn Tribole On FH Pod Intuitive Eating Book Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 8, 2021

Is it just us or has instagram been a hot mess lately with these algorithm changes? It’s exhausting. We have been trying to play the game while still staying on brand- and with Instas incessant need to change it up every week, our engagement is ALL OVER THE PLACE. Today on the pod we chat with our boy Kevin Curry to get to the bottom of what’s going on. He’s a fellow foodie with a passion for spreading the idea that food should never be boring to be healthy. With over 2 million followers on Insta, what better person to air our grievances out with than the king of social media himself. Listen as we express our frustrations together and brainstorm our next moves. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How instagram’s constant need to change its platform and algorithm negatively impacts its creators Advice for creators who are feeling burned out How Instagram incentivizes paying for ads for growth and makes it near to impossible to do it organically Methods to keep your inspiration for connection and creation alive How BIPOC people are being affected more by these issues What the future of social media and content creation looks like & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: See how you can invest today at HartETF.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Walmart South Park: Walmart Opens in South Park Kevin’s Instagram Kevin’s YouTube Channel Kevin’s Facebook Kevin’s App Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 1, 2021

Today we’re talking with one of our favorite people on IG, Dr. Devon Price, about these companies scamming us into going back to the office to work. Did you know that there has been a significant increase in productivity since the pandemic started? It’s probably because many workers have had the opportunity to work from home and maintain a healthy work-life-home-life relationship. With that being said, isn’t it weird that many managers are asking folks to come back to the office? Why? Today we go on a deep dive with author & social psychologist Dr. Devon Price about all things work place. Listen as we talk about research and STATISTICS on productivity, creating boundaries, tools to be an advocate for ourselves at work and MORE! In This Episode We’ll Cover: How Devon feels about internet stardom Devon’s newest book, Laziness Does Not Exist Productivity during the pandemic The MANY benefits of working from home & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit MadeInCookware.com/foodheaven and use promo code foodheaven for 15% off your first order Visit HelloFresh.com/foodheaven14 and use the code ‘FOODHEAVEN14’ for up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts See how you can invest today at HartETF.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Devon’s Instagram Devon’s Twitter Devon’s Medium Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 24, 2021

Today we’re re-airing an episode that we LOVE and think is fitting for the Thanksgiving holiday. Are you sick of hearing your friends and family offer unsolicited opinions about dieting or weight loss? So are we. Today we’re talking about how to navigate diet talk with loved ones, from the subtle comments they make about your body to the comments they make about the foods they’re eating to stay “in shape” In This Episode We’ll Cover: What diet talk is and the ways it can be harmful Examples of how diet talk has manifested in our personal lives Concrete tools listeners can use the next time this happens The importance of compassion when communicating + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit pendulumlife.com and use promo code FoodHeaven for 20% off your first bottle of membership For our resources and show notes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Twitter Fearing The Black Body Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 17, 2021

It’s that yummy time of the year again, and what better way to celebrate than with the traditional flavors of your upbringing. Yewande Komolafe is a journalist for New York Times Cooking with a keen eye for FLAVOR. As an immigrant from Nigeria, she loves incorporating the flavors of her culture combined with the techniques of traditional french cooking. Today on the pod, I talk with Yewande about her unique take on Thanksgiving and how her immigration to the United States during her college years shaped the way she celebrates the holiday. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How Yewande’s incredible food scientist mom inspired her to work the food industry Megan Thee Stallion’s Hottie Sauce Chicken Sandwich from Popeyes How Yewande incorporates the flavors of her native country of Nigeria to influence her recipes Yewande’s advice for anyone who is spending the holiday alone or with just a couple guests Recipe Recs & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit MadeInCookware.com/foodheaven and use promo code foodheaven for 15% off your first order from For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Yewande’s Website Yewande’s Instagram Yewande’s NTY Article Yewande’s Recipes: Citrus Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Jollof Rice, Braised Goat Leg in Obe Ata, Roasted Carrots With Yaji Spice Relish, Fish Pepper Soup Produced By Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 10, 2021

This past month has been a whirlwind to say the least. We have been knee deep in renovations/building, and so for the podcast this week, we play catch up on what’s been going on in our lives, how our properties are coming along, recent travels to Hawaii and Dominican Republic and our BIG upcoming life plans. If you have any questions about property stuff, drop them below and we’ll be sure to answer them! In This Episode We’ll Cover: Updates on our properties What we’ve been doing to prep for guest arrivals Jess’s big plans for relocating & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 3, 2021

Today is a huge day for the Food Heaven podcast because we are chatting with one of the most important people in the HAES movement: Dr. Lindo Bacon. This week we chat with Dr. Bacon, about why all bodies are good bodies and should be supported in compassionate self-care. Dr. Bacon is a professor at UC Davis, a nutritionist, researcher, and author of two bestselling books, Health at Every Size: The Surprising Truth About Your Weight, and the co-authored Body Respect: What Conventional Health Books Get Wrong, Leave Out, or Just Plain Fail to Understand about Weight. Listen as we chat with Lindo about the science behind why diets don’t work and how we can make peace with our bodies. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Lindo’s realization that weight loss is culturally perpetuated by society & media Truths about weight loss and dieting How struggles with body image and weight are based on seeking happiness and self-acceptance How Lindo believes that feeling better should be more of the goal instead of weight loss What a setpoint is & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Talk Space: Visit talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code FOODHEAVEN For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Lindo’s Instagram Lindo’s Website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 27, 2021

Do you need help separating working out from weight loss? Today on the pod, we chat with Weight Neutral Certified Personal Trainer, Lauren Leavell about shifting the narrative of why we go to the gym. Instead of focusing on weight loss & aesthetics, Lauren pushes people to hone in on the importance of movement and strength. As a HIIT and BARRE enthusiast, Lauren aspires to provide a space where her clients can move their bodies in ways that feel comfortable, safe and free of judgment. We chat with Lauren about the struggles to feel comfort in our own bodies, how to know our limits during our workouts, and how to approach fitness and health in a more body loving way. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Lauren’s love of rescuing cats! MEOW Separating what we eat from how we move our bodies The importance of MODIFICATIONS during exercise Exercising for people living in bigger bodies How using household items for home workouts can be a game changer & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit MadeInCookware.com/foodheaven and use promo code foodheaven for 15% off your first order from Check out planetoat.com for Oatmilk that is OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD DELICIOUS Visit pendulumlife.com and use promo code FoodHeaven for 20% off your first bottle of membership For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Website Membership Email List Facebook Instagram Twitter Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 20, 2021

Did ya’ll go through the bread baking frenzy at the beginning of the pandemic like we did? What we found is that we need some serious baking help! In this episode, we chat with one of our FAVORITE BAKERS EVER, Vallery Lomas, about how she made her way from being a full time lawyer, to a food blogger, to the first black winner of The Great American Baking Show, to an author of a beautiful book all about baking! Vallery gives us MANY tips and tricks to make our time in the kitchen painless and fulfilling and her most important advice, “Practice bakes perfect!” In This Episode We’ll Cover: Vallery’s journey from lawyer to food blogger to author How Vallery’s book writing experience was very cathartic and cleansing FOOD SCIENCE! Having a special moment with Ayesha Curry! Good premade swaps for when we don’t have time & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Check out planetoat.com for Oatmilk that is OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD DELICIOUS For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: Vallery’s Instagram Vallery’s Book Vallery’s Website Independent Book Shops with signed copies: ​​The Strand, Now Serving, Book Larder Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 13, 2021

Starting a business? Embarking on a new career path? Learning a new skill? Who knew that mastering your emotions could help you get there. Today on the pod, we chat with a fellow Dear Media creator, Topsie VandenBocsh - a master of Crushing the Mindset Spiral and a Coach and Consultant for blossoming business owners. Topsie is a pro at coaching entrepreneurs by using her expertise in social work to help people identify, learn and master the use of their mindset & emotional intelligence skills in the leadership decisions made inside of their businesses. Topsi chats with us about her passion for helping others conquer their fears, believe in themselves and become BADASS BUSINESS PEOPLE. Oh, and we laugh… A LOT. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to master our emotional intelligence Imposter Syndrome and how its fueled by the comparison phenomenon of social media Tools to help us communicate our feelings both in the workplace and at home How pricing our services should be based on our needs Finding balance, creating boundaries & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit seed.com/FOODHEAVEN and use code FOODHEAVEN to redeem 20% off your first month of Seed’s Daily Synbiotic For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media ________ Resources: Topsie’s Podcast Topsie’s Instagram Topsie’s Website See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 6, 2021

BURNOUT! Are you feeling it as much as we are?? From hustle culture to pressures to keep up with the Jonses’ to…. working towards DISMANTLING THE PATRIARCHY, burnout is at an alltime high right now! Today on the pod, we chat with New York Times best selling co-author of Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle, Amelia Nagoski. We talk about the effects that burnout can have on the physical & mental body, how burnout effects differ between men and women, how boundaries can be GAME CHANGERS, the cure for burnout, & MUCH MUCH MORE! In This Episode We’ll Cover: How Amelia’s experience with burnout in academia lead to her to write a whole book about it The effects the burnout has on the body physically, mentally and emotionally What the Bikini Industrial Complex is and how it further exacerbates these problems How to navigate dealing with family members who don’t support your boundaries & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Visit MadeInCookware.com/foodheaven and use promo code foodheaven for 15% off your first order from Visit talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code FOODHEAVEN For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 29, 2021

Today we’re exploring the unique ways Immigrants and Latinx communities fall prey to health-related pyramid schemes and wellness scams. Our dietitian friend Dalina Soto is one of the few Spanish speaking registered dietitians working in the Philly area and we’re talking with her about celebrating cultural eating and why eating rice, tortillas and stewed goat is a great thing. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How immigrants and Latinx are targeted by MLM health products How mainstream media and YouTube make disordered nutrition practices seem healthy Ways cultural foods can be incorporated in a healthy way How to set boundaries with intrusive family members when it comes to food/body talk & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Go to mzwallace.com/foodheaven for 15% off your first purchase For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 22, 2021

Since the beginning of the pandemic, depression, insomnia and other mental issues have increased by 60%! But what does that have to do with GUT HEALTH? Today on the pod, we’re talking with our return guest and internationally renowned microbiome expert, Dr. Mahmoud Ghannoum. Dr. G is the real deal, as his work has been cited over 38,000 times in the scientific literature. He is also credited with coining the term, microbiome. Recently, Dr. Ghannoum has immersed himself in the research related to COVID-19 and the GI tract, finding a significant correlation between mental health and your gut health. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How Dr. Ghannoum got involved in the topic The correlations between mental health and gut microbiome How to pick a probiotic that is right for you Dr. Ghannoum’s recommendations to foster a healthy gut & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. ________ Resources: USprobioticguide.com biohmhealth.com The Microbiome Report Podcast @drmicrobiome Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 15, 2021

Today we're re-airing one of our favorite episodes! We talked with Sabrina Strings, an Asst. Professor of Sociology about the racial origins of fat phobia. Fearing the Black Body is her first book and it's a necessary read (especially for people working in healthcare!) She digs deep into the history of the white, thin ideal and how it's directly related to our society's disgust for black bodies. Do yourself a favor and get that book now! In the meantime, tune into the episode. In This Episode We’ll Cover: The fascinating (and infuriating) origins of weight bias and the thin ideal – it goes further back than you think How this history affects our relationship to food and our bodies Why BMI is an arbitrary measure of overall health and mortality How racial bias in research is a problem and what to do about it My (Jess) most EMBARRASSING body-image related highschool secret (that I legit almost edited this out of the episode) & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Seed.com/foodheaven code FOODHEAVEN to get 20% off your first month of Seed’s Daily Synbiotic Go to mzwallace.com/foodheaven for 15% off your first purchase For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Resources: Twitter Book: Fearing the Black Body Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 8, 2021

Do you sometimes wish that there could be an on and off switch for sleep? (*Raises hand*) Do you find it difficult to stay alert and productive throughout the day? (*Raises both hands*) In this mini-sode, we discuss our pathways to better sleep, practical items to aid in a sustained slumber, and the art of winding down. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Hacks for what to do when sleeping is difficult How sleep is a form of self-compassion Items that we find helpful to get a full night of rest Tips and tricks on how to wind down How to identify if you’ve gotten a good sleep & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Go to mzwallace.com/foodheaven for 15% off your first purchase For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 1, 2021

Have ya’ll heard of @betches? It’s one of my FAVORITE accounts on IG. Today on the pod, we sit down with Betches co-founder & the co-host of the @dietstartstomorrow podcast Sami Sage. What started as a weight loss podcast turned into an intuitive eating and body image acceptance journey. We’re obsessed with the practicality (and humor) in each of their episodes. Today we talk to Sami about her food peace journey and what really made IE stick for her. It was so refreshing to hear about intuitive eating from the perspective of someone who is NOT a health professional. In This Episode We’ll Cover: How the podcast has evolved to focus on mental health and their relationship with their bodies Why Sami struggled to embrace intuitive eating at first, and the one thing that made it easier for her to go all in How to live a life aligned with your values & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Match with a licensed therapist when you go to talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month w/ code FOODHEAVEN For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 25, 2021

Bedtime hunger is real and many people end up feeling guilty about having a snack or meal right before bed. There are so many rules for when to stop eating and what to eat as the last meal of the day so what should you do when that hunger kicks in? We’re here to help. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Why blanket meal timing recommendations are not helpful • How to identify potential causes for nighttime hunger • The importance of balanced meals and breakfast in all of this • Nighttime meal ideas that are gentle on the stomach 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Made In: Madeincookware.com/foodheaven code foodheaven • Seed: Seed.com/foodheaven code FOODHEAVEN For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 18, 2021

What have you heard about MSG? There’s a lot of myths and stereotypes surrounding this flavor enhancer. Chances are, much of what you may have learned about MSG is wrong. Today on the podcast, we are dispelling myths and unveiling the toxic and racist history behind MSG. Our expert for this episode is none other than Kim Phạm (@kim_tpham) a self-proclaimed “internet weirdo” and co-founder of @Omsom, a proud + loud Asian food brand that makes it easy to cook restaurant-quality Asian dishes at home in under 30 minutes. In This Episode We’ll Cover: What inspired Kim and her sister to start Omsom What is MSG and how it’s made Kim’s personal connection to MSG What taste to expect from MSG and how to use it in cooking The historical context behind the anti MSG movement and how it’s rooted in xenophobia Some of the unexpected health benefits of MSG 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 11, 2021

We are going there ya’ll! We’re talking all things sex today with Dr. Lindsey Brooks, sex therapist turned sex educator. Sexual empowerment is absolutely connected to wellness and provides a powerful way to connect deeper with ourselves. Tune in to learn more about building sexual self-knowledge and developing pleasure-positive mindsets. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • How sexual empowerment is connected to wellness • What sex-negative mindsets are and how to overcome them • Things that get in the way of sexual empowerment • Ways to improve sexual communication + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Made In: Madeincookware.com/foodheaven code foodheaven • Coors Pure: coorspure.com/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 4, 2021

Do you think body acceptance has reached the black community? Today we’re talking with Tamara Melton, Registered Dietitian and co-founder of Diversify Dietetics on the topic of Black Beauty Standards, and how society influences how the self-worth of Black women. We talk about everything from hair texture to skin tone to flat tummy tea to juice cleanses, waist trainers and the infamous “snap back”. In This Episode We’ll Cover: Body ideals and how society’s standards influences how we view ourselves How the over sexualization of young black girls bodies negatively impacts body image Why the pressure to “snap back” is more damaging than we think Strategies for celebrating your here and now body & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Talkspace: Match with a licensed therapist when you go to talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code FOODHEAVEN Made In: madeincookware.com/foodheaven code FOODHEAVEN for 15% off For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 7, 2021

Today we are hanging out with one of our favorite food content creators, Nasim Lahbichi aka @lahbco! Born and raised in a Puerto Rican-Moroccan household in Brooklyn, Nasim believes in the power of nourishing our bodies and he aims to help others gain a sense of that power in the kitchen and at the table. Nasim’s work is so stunning and we’re always in awe when we come across his work and the powerful messaging behind it. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Being intentional about creating an online community that reflects your values • How Nasim feels about blowing tf up on social media • The BTS of creating stunning food content • The importance of accessibility and inclusivity in Nasim’s work • How we’re feeling about the world opening back up + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Go to Talkspace.com and use the code FOODHEAVEN to get $100 off of your first month • Pete & Gerrys: peteandgerrys.com/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 30, 2021

Did you know our birthdays are one day apart? Jess' birthday was yesterday and Wendy’s is TODAY. Next week we’ll be in Joshua Tree celebrating together (and checking out the progress made on my @jewelcrestcottage new construction project). Today on the podcast we talk about our thoughts, fears and hopes about getting older. We didn’t think this episode would be as deep and reflective as it was, but we are here for it all! In This Episode We’ll Cover: How Wendy is feeling about turning 35, and how Jess feels about the big 3-8 Some fears we’ve had about aging into our 40s Things you wanna work towards in the next couple of years What we would say to 20 year old selves And how taking care of ourselves looks different now into our late 30s (a lot has changed) 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Pete & Gerrys: peteandgerrys.com/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 23, 2021

Prediabetes rates have been rising and there’s so much confusion and stigma associated with the diagnosis. Today we’re talking with dietitian friend Alice Figueroa about what prediabetes is and the importance of a compassionate and individualized approach to treatment. Alice recently authored Prediabetes Diet and Action Plan and is passionate about promoting universal access to nutrition support, health services, and wholesome foods for all segments of society. She is an award winning Natural Foods Chef recognized with a James Beard Foundation National Scholar Award. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What prediabetes is and how it differs from diabetes • Risk factors for prediabetes • Ways to practice intuitive eating with chronic conditions • Behaviors that can help with blood sugar stability + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Coors Pure www.coorspure.com • Made In Use promo code FOODHEAVEN at madeincookware.com/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 16, 2021

Let's talk about veganism in the Black community, shall we? Today's mini-episode is a continuation of a conversation we had with our favorite podcast guest Marquisele "Mikey" Mercedes. As a Presidential Fellow at the Brown University School of Public Health, Mikey's doctoral training focuses on the intersection of fat studies and race/ism. Mikey shares her insight on Black veganism and whether or not you can "decolonize" your diet. We were NOT expecting her answers (literally "shooketh" by what she had to say). Listen to learn! Resources Mikey’s website Mikey’s Patreon Mikey’s IG Mikey’s Twitter 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Pete and Gerry's peteandgerrys.com/foodheaven Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 9, 2021

How have 10 years gone by?! Today we’re celebrating this huge milestone by reflecting on all the ups, downs and in-betweens. We started Food Heaven to improve access to nutrition education in black and brown communities. Never in a million years would we have thought that this would be a full blown brand that we would run together as friends. It’s been a wild ride and we’re so grateful! Along with reflections, we’re also answering your juicy non-nutrition related questions. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Our biggest pet peeves (please stop using … after sentences) • Wendy’s dating life • Work/life balance and navigating differences • Our least favorite foods + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • peteandgerrys.com/foodheaven • butcherbox.com/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 2, 2021

CALLING ALL ENTREPRENEURS!!! Whether you have a business, a side hustle, or a just great idea, you NEED to tune in to today’s episode. This week, we talk to the one –the only– Morgan DeBaun, who is basically Steve Jobs to Black Millennials. Morgan is the Founder & CEO of Blavity Inc., the leading media company for Black culture. Under her leadership, Blavity has launched several leading consumer summits including Summit 21 for Black women creators and AfroTech, the largest tech conference for Black innovators and founders. With a staff of over 150, Morgan DEFINITELY knows what she is talking about when it comes to operating a successful business. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What it’s like being THAT b!@ in the entrepreneur space • How to not let fear and anxiety hold you back when starting a new business • Tips on being a good leader when managing staff (+ what not to do) • How to know when you need to start hiring a team (her methodology is brilliant) & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • TalkSpace: talkspace.com, code FOODHEAVEN • Made In: madeincookware.com/foodheaven, promo code: foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 26, 2021

This week we have one of our favorite guests BACK on the podcast talking about the many ways fatphobia shows up in public health initiatives. Marquisele Mercedes is a doctoral student and writer from the Bronx and her doctoral training and interests are at the intersection of fat studies and scholarship on race/ism. She looks at how racism, anti-Blackness, and fatphobia shape health care, research, and public health work and training. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Fatphobic messaging in public health initiatives • How weight-centered initiatives harm POC communities • Effective ways to increase food access with public health funding • What food equity is and to get it + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Pete & Gerrys: peteandgerrys.com/foodheaven • Coors Pure: Celebrate the wins of everyday life. Go to CoorsPure.com to see where you can find Coors Pure! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 19, 2021

Being in constant pain all the time is incredibly debilitating and can impact all areas of life. Oftentimes invisible to others, so many people (especially women) suffer in silence and have their experience with chronic pain questioned or dismissed. Today we’re talking with Jessica Murnane, author of the new book Know Your Endo: An Empowering Guide To Health + Hope With Endometriosis. Jessica talks with us about her experience living with endometriosis, a painful condition that is hard to diagnose and doesn’t get enough research and funding. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • The ways chronic pain can impact ALL areas of life • Strategies for supporting loved ones living with chronic pain • How Jessica has been able to cope with the mental toll of it all • Figuring out what is actually helpful amidst so much wellness information & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Pete & Gerrys: Right now Pete and Gerry’s is giving away a FREE dozen eggs to the first 25 listeners who go to peteandgerrys.com/FOODHEAVEN • Pachamama: pachamamacbd.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 29, 2021

CALORIE COUNTING. So many of us have done it (and many still are) but is this actually helpful? The truth is, in many cases, calorie counting can be a manifestation of disordered eating. I know, SHOCKING, especially because calorie counting is so normalized in our culture. Today on the podcast we talk about some surprising truths about calorie counting and how to break up with this practice if it’s not serving you. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Our personal experiences with calorie counting (yes, we’ve both done it) • Why counting calories can be problematic (the list is lonnnnng) • A step-by-step plan for how to stop calorie counting using methods that have been helpful for our clients • & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Use our code FOODHEAVEN for 10% off for first time purchasers at www.ember.com • Go to Bragg.com and use our code FOOD15 for 15% off your first order • Visit pachamamacbd.com. Use code FOODHEAVEN for 25% OFF a better night’s sleep • Coors Pure Go to CoorsPure.com to see where you can find Coors Pure! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Food Podcasts We Love: https://www.self.com/gallery/food-podcasts-cooking Ditch the Diet Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2021122288160267 Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 21, 2021

Last month we shared an article written by our dietitian friend @RDrealtalk that lit our DMs on fire chillle. The article was essentially about how about how disordered eating was the new clean eating. A lot of you were shook by this statement (we werent expecting that) and wanted clarification. We got a TON of questions, comments and concerns about your own eating habits (or eating habits of loved ones) and we wanted to address it all. Today on the podcast, Heather is here to answer all of your Qs and help us come to a compassionate understanding of what disordered actually eating is. We’ll be covering: • What is disordered eating/how does it look like in an everyday setting/how does it differ from eating disorders? • Is calorie counting inherently a disordered practice? • What to do if you're worried about making sure you're getting enough protein and micronutrients in during the day. Is it okay to track food for this? • How to support loved ones who you suspect have disordered eating patterns. One person shared concerns about her boyfriend potentially having a eating disorder & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES FROM OUR SPONSORS: • Visit pachamamacbd.com and use code FOODHEAVEN for 25% OFF a better night’s sleep • Bragg.com: Use code FOOD15 for 15% off Jess' favorite for stir fry! Check out these three podcast episodes: Is BMI BS w/ Rebecca Scritchfield Intuitive Eating w/ a Chronic Condition Can you practice Intuitive Eating and want to lose weight For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 14, 2021

Have you ever followed someone on IG and wondered if they were as cool IRL as they are on the gram? That’s the thought we had when we started following Adrianna of @acozykitchen. Turns out, she’s even better in real life than online! We had the pleasure of sliding in her DMs early in the pandemic and discovered that she’s super fun, cool, genuine and a boss! Today on the podcast we chat it up with Adrianna about allll the things, including what her kitchen really looks like behind the scenes (hint: it’s a hot mess, just like ours) and how she went from a film major to a full-time food content creator. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What Adrianna does with all of those recipe leftovers • Her favorite way to throw together a #saladthatdoesntsuck • A quick (and unique) meal idea that had our mouths watering • Her tips for keeping it fun in the kitchen amidst pandemic fatigue • TikTok trends she wishes would die already & MORE 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Visit pachamamacbd.com and use code FOODHEAVEN for 25% OFF a better night’s sleep • Head to myvega.com for blender-free smoothies! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 7, 2021

Have you completely fallen off track with intuitive eating during the pandemic? This is totally normal considering how insane this past year has been! You may find yourself skipping meals, experiencing changes in appetite, not being motivated to cook, and the list goes on. Today we’re talking about practical ways to navigate these things. We’ll be covering: • How to be more compassionate and understanding with yourself • Ways to ease back into intuitive eating • Practical tips to create consistency with eating habits & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Talkspace: talkspace.com code foodheaven • Reel Paper: reelpaper.com code foodheaven • Pachamama: pachamamacbd.com code foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 24, 2021

Curious about how we turned our passion project into a profitable business? Tune in to today’s episode, where we share all our business bts and lessons we’ve learned along the way. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • How our business started and ways we’ve been able to grow • The importance of transparency when it comes to money • How we currently make money from Food Heaven • Why you should support sponsored content & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • myvega.com • code foodheaven at reelpaper.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Resources: Abbey Sharp’s Rate Kit Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 17, 2021

You had so many questions from last week's episode about self-objectification so we had Dr. Lindsay Kite come back and do a Q&A! Lindsay is the founder of Beauty Redefined and co-author of More Than A Body: Your Body is an Instrument, Not an Ornament. Together with her twin sister, they are dedicated to promoting body image resilience. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • The issues with self-objectification in the body positive movement • How to practice body respect with chronic illnesses and disabilities • How thin people struggling with body image can express body positivity without co-opting • Unique struggles related to body acceptance with trans people + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Pachamama: Go to pachamama.com use code FOODHEAVEN for 25% off • Bruush use code FOODHEAVEN • Myvega.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 10, 2021

Today we’re talking with Dr. Lindsay Kite, the founder of Beauty Redefined and co-author of More Than A Body: Your Body is an Instrument, Not an Ornament. Together with her twin sister, they are dedicated to promoting body image resilience. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • The concept of beauty and whether or not it serves us • Self-objectification and the ways it can be harmful • How media plays into how we define beauty • How to build resilience when it comes to body image issues & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • myvega.com • pachamamacbd.com - use promo code FOODHEAVEN For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 3, 2021

We’re so thrilled to bring you this interview with Julia Turshen, where we talk about all things food, cooking, body image, and social justice. Julia Turshen is the bestselling author of Small Victories, Feed the Resistance, and Now & Again. Her latest cookbook, Simply Julia, will be out in March, 2021. She is the founder of Equity At The Table (EATT), an inclusive digital directory of women/non-binary individuals in food, and the host of Keep Calm and Cook On, a podcast. Make sure to tune in till the very end for a fire round with listener questions! In This Episode We’ll Cover: • How social justice has impacted the work Julia does in food • Julia’s struggles with family body acceptance • Navigating diet talk with loved ones • The importance of community as it relates to cooking + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • myvega.com • http://pachamamacbd.com/ code FOODHEAVEN For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 24, 2021

We’re talking with dietitians Vanessa Rissetto and Tamar Samuels about complicated diets, behavioral change, positive psychology, and more! Vanessa and Tamar and the co-founders of Culina Health, a personalized nutrition education platform that connects you with dietitians who provide inclusive and science-based counseling! In This Episode We’ll Cover: The impact of quarantine on food choices and body image Diet trends that need to go away forever How to meet your emotional needs using tools other than food + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • http://pachamamacbd.com/ code FOODHEAVEN • Bruush.com code FOODHEAVEN • Free cup of yogurt at foragerproject.com/cultivatehealth For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 17, 2021

In this episode, a listener submits a question about emotional eating and asks what they should do when food is their main coping mechanism. We’ll be digging into this topic and will also be sharing some updates about what we’ve been up to lately! In This Episode We’ll Cover: • How food is an important and valid coping mechanism • The importance of creating a toolbox for coping with stress and anxiety • Suggestions for addressing anxiety that have nothing to do with food • The role of flexibility and self-compassion & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Pachamama http://pachamamacbd.com/ code FOODHEAVEN • Nutritional Freedom join.nutritionalfreedom.co/foodheaven • Free cup of yogurt at foragerproject.com/cultivatehealth For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Resources Mentioned in Episode: How to Manage Anxiety During a Pandemic Here’s What You Do If You’ve Had Trouble Sleeping Lately w/ Justin Gibson Better Sleep with Dr. Tiffany Lester Trouble Putting Your Phone Down? How to Actually Decrease your Screen Time Jess' Favorite Back Massager Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 10, 2021

Today we’re unpacking what unapologetic eating means with dietitian friend Alissa Rumsey. Alissa is passionate about advocating for women to reclaim the space to eat and live unapologetically. She recently released the book Unapologetic Eating: Make Peace With Food and Transform Your Life. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What eating unapologetically means • The oppressive nature of dieting and how it is very much political • The subtle ways dieting can manifest, Whole30 and portion control included • How to learn to trust your intuition when it comes to food • Ways to navigate social pressures to diet and/or lose weight + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Usual Wines usualwines.com code FOODHEAVEN • Pachamama http://pachamamacbd.com/ code FOODHEAVEN • Nutritional Freedom join.nutritionalfreedom.co/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Resources: Nutrition Ally vs Food Police Article Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 3, 2021

Today we are talking with Cal Newport and we’re SO EXCITED because his book totally changed our relationship to social media. Cala is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University. In addition to researching cutting­ edge technology, he also writes about the impact of these innovations on our culture. Newport is the author of six books, including the New York Times bestseller, Digital Minimalism, which argues that we should be much more selective about the technologies we adopt in our personal lives, and Deep Work, which argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the modern workplace. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What digital minimalism looks like in real life • The ways in which excessive screen time can be harmful • Creating values that are not tied up in productivity or social media • Practical ways to disconnect and tap into your life values & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Usual Wines usualwines.com code FOODHEAVEN • Pachamama http://pachamamacbd.com/ code FOODHEAVEN • Nutritional Freedom join.nutritionalfreedom.co/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 27, 2021

We’ve been gone for a minute, now we’re back with the jumpoff (Lil Kim anyone?) We took a short break from the podcast these past few weeks because 2020 was just wow. We caught up on rest, Netflix shows, and emails, and now we’re back with some major life updates. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What we were up to these past few weeks • All the shows we’ve been watching • Changes to the podcast for 2021 • The launch of 2 really exciting projects we’re doing! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Forager Project http://www.foragerproject.com/cultivatehealth.com • Birchbox.com/foodheaven code foodheaven • Usual Wines: Usualwines.com code foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 10, 2020

Today we have our youngest (and coolest) guest on the podcast, Rahanna Bisseret Martinez! At 16 years of age, Rahanna has been a Top Chef Junior finalist, and has staged at Chez Panisse Cafe, Compere Lapin, and Wolfgang Puck. She seriously had us questioning what we were doing with our lives at 16. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • How Rahanna got into food and was featured Top Chef Junior • What works and doesn’t work when trying to get young people excited about new foods • Ways to incorporate creativity in the kitchen to make meals more exciting • Some of Rahanna’s favorite quarantine meals + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • ember.com code HEAVEN for 10% off For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 2, 2020

Athletes face unique challenges with intuitive eating. It’s common practice to restrict, binge, carb load, and engage in other disordered eating patterns, to try to achieve a certain body image or reach performance goals. Today we’re talking with our dietitian friend Heather Caplan, who has a virtual practice that focuses on weight-inclusive sports nutrition for athletes at all levels. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • How athletes can incorporate intuitive eating into their workout regimen • Why athletes may be more at risk for disordered eating • Nutrition considerations for athletes and carb needs for runners • Gentle nutrition for people who are active, but aren’t athletes & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • ember.com code HEAVEN for 10% off For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 25, 2020

It’s that time of year again! The holidays are quickly approaching. This time of the year can be stressful and anxiety-provoking for some of the same reasons it’s such a fun and festive time of year: lots of decisions about food and eating, and lots of people to make those decisions around. Today we’re re-airing our conversation with dietitian friend Cara Harbstreet about how to navigate intuitive eating during the holidays. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Cara’s super informative tips for practicing intuitive eating during the holidays • How to deal with the fear-mongering articles about avoiding holiday weight gain • Navigating the (potentially triggering) weight-based comments that come up from our family members & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • panasonickitchen.com • nurish.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 11, 2020

Last week we spoke with attorney Jala Eaton about generational wealth and estate planning. She has so much valuable information to share, and so this week we’re doing a part two to build on last week's conversation! In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What generational wealth means and practical ways to build it • Conventional and nonconventional ways to build assets • The power of compound interest and how it works • Ways to build wealth when you don’t have much money • What a trust is and who should consider having one + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • panasonickitchen.com • nurish.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 6, 2020

Generational wealth is a buzz term we’ve been seeing a lot lately, but what does it actually mean? Today we’re talking with Jala Eaton, an attorney who specializes in estate planning and contract law. She has so much valuable information to share and we had so many questions, so we’re breaking this up into two parts. In Today’s Episode We’ll Cover: • What estate planning looks like in practice • The four most important documents you should consider having • The legal implications of not having an estate plan • How Jala’s relationship with money has evolved throughout the years + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • foragerproject.com • panasonickitchen.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 28, 2020

Most people who menstruate experience PMS, with symptoms varying in severity. For some, symptoms can be so debilitating that they interfere with school, work, and other daily life activities. Today we’re bringing back dietitian Melissa Groves Azarro to better understand PMS and interventions that may be helpful when seeking relief. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What is happening in the body during PMS • Common symptoms + what is considered normal/not normal • When you should consider getting medical advice • Lifestyle interventions and nutrition considerations • To birth control or not birth control + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • foragerproject.com • panasonickitchen.com Become a Panasonic Insider For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 21, 2020

Overwhelmed by cooking but still want to enjoy flavorful meals at home? Today we’ll be talking about throw-together quarantine meals for nourishment and flavor. We also talk with Hawa Hassan, the founder of Basbaas Sauce and author of In Bibi’s Kitchen, about what she’s been cooking during quarantine and her favorite key ingredients for flavor. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Throw together quarantine meals for nourishment • How Hawa came into the food and entrepreneurship world • Hawa’s experiences being a black woman in food • Key ingredients for flavor in Somali cooking & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Simplemills.com and use code HEAVEN20 for 20% off purchase • www.foragerproject.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 14, 2020

There’s this idea, especially among people of color, that eating disorders do not affect us and is an affluent skinny, white girl issue. Aside from not being true, this type of thinking is dangerous and harmful to people of color living with an eating disorder. It creates additional barriers to recovery, and erases the experiences of people who don’t see themselves in that stereotype. Today we’ll be unpacking this with Dr. Marcella Raimondo, a psychologist specializing in social justice and eating disorders. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • How Marcella got into this work and her lived experience with an eating disorder (ED) • The prevalence of eating disorders within POC communities • How poverty and/or immigration can create unique challenges for people with eating disorders • How to incorporate cultural competence when working with people that have ED’s • Helpful things you can do if you think a loved one has a ED + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • www.foragerproject.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 7, 2020

A few weeks ago an article came out that stirred up a lot of conversation within dietitian circles titled “The Unbearable Whiteness and Fatphobia of Anti-Diet Dietitians” Written by Marquisele Mercedes, this article touched on the history of the body positive movement, how it’s been appropriated by thin, white dietitians, the racist roots of fatphobia, and a lot more. It’s one of the best articles we’ve read on body positivity, and today we’re having a conversation with the author. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Why Marquisele decided to write the article • The history of the body positive movement and its social justice roots • Ways in which the anti-diet movement has become exclusionary & problematic • The problematic ways the academy of nutrition promotes elitist, fatphobic, and culturally insensitive nutrition recommendations • Beauty standards within POC communities and the role privilege plays in all of this • How to center the voices of people in larger bodies + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Simplemills.com and use code HEAVEN20 for 20% off purchase For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 30, 2020

Are you sick of hearing your friends and family offer unsolicited opinions about dieting or weight loss? So are we. Today we’re talking about how to navigate diet talk with loved ones, from the subtle comments they make about your body to the comments they make about the foods they’re eating to stay “in shape” In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What diet talk is and the ways it can be harmful • Examples of how diet talk has manifested in our personal lives • Concrete tools listeners can use the next time this happens • The importance of compassion when communicating + MORE! 2 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 23, 2020

There’s a lot of fear and stigma around getting old, even though it’s something most of us will experience. From the endless anti-wrinkle products to the fear of dementia, aging is usually not embraced in our society. Today we’ll be talking with gerontologist Christina Peoples, who holds a master’s degree in gerontology. She has an online platform dedicated to providing education on aging, called Gero What. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What the study of gerontology is and how it’s useful in everyday life • Ageism, age denial, and why these things can be problematic • Common myths and stereotypes about aging • Practical ways to prepare for aging + MORE! 2 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 16, 2020

We’ve been wanting to cover fibroids for the longest time, and specifically wanted to interview a black woman on this topic since African-American women have a higher prevalence of fibroids, and experience more severe symptoms and unique concerns. We were SO happy to find Dr. Soyini Hawkins, a board-certified, fellowship-trained Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Whether or not black women have a higher prevalence of fibroids • Symptoms of fibroids and how to find out if you have them • Ways to manage fibroids via lifestyle changes and/or medical treatment • How to decide when fibroid surgery is appropriate & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Go to https://branchbasics.com/ and enter code foodheaven for 15% off starter kit • Go to https://oseamalibu.com/foodheaven for $10 off your first purchase of $50+ For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 9, 2020

Is it just us or is Intuitive Eating NOT all that “intuitive” at first? If you are confused about some of the nuances when it comes to intuitive eating, or how to make it work for you, you’ll want to tune in to today’s podcast episode. Whether you are an athlete or you have an autoimmune disease, today we answer all of your specific questions about how to eat more intuitively...in the real world. Towards the end of the episode, we do a fire round where we try to answer some questions in less than 30 seconds...tune in to the very end to see how we did. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Whether or not it’s possible to practice intuitive eating and lose weight • What to do when loved ones don’t shut up about their diets • How to eat intuitively when you have no desire to eat or only want to eat sweets • Ways to navigate intuitive eating if you don’t feel well physically in your larger body • & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Branch Basics: For 15% off the starter kit, go to branchbasics.com and use code foodheaven at checkout For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 2, 2020

Recently, we had you submit your burning questions and got an overwhelming amount of submissions. Since we can’t tackle all of your questions today, we’re going to take on some of the more personal ones, and we’ll do a few follow-up episodes answering your business, nutrition, and intuitive eating questions. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Whether or not Jess and her hubs are planning on having kids • Some of our most memorable moments throughout the years • Should people be giving out nutrition advice without nutrition credentials? • & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • OSEA: oseamalibu.com/foodheaven for $10 off your first purchase of $50+ • Buffy: Visit buffy.co and enter code FOODHEAVEN for $20 off your buffy comforter For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 26, 2020

Do you get frustrated when shopping for clothes because sizing is inconsistent and/or not inclusive? Today we’re going to talk about how to ease that frustration so you’re better able to dress your current body comfortably. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • The role of body neutrality when going shopping for clothes • How to stop putting pressure on yourself to fit into old clothes • Ways to feel less crappy about letting go of clothes that no longer fit • Money saving tips for getting new gear • Our favorite size inclusive shops + MORE! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. 3 ways you can support this podcast: 1. Rate 2. Review 3. Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes HOOKUP CODES: • Go to branchbasics.com and use code foodheaven for 15% off the cleaning starter kit Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 19, 2020

Cooking for one during quarantine? We got you. Today we’ll be going over practical tips and tricks for making solo cooking more efficient and enjoyable. We’ll also be talking with Klancy Miller, who authored Cooking Solo: The Fun of Cooking for Yourself. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • How to minimize food waste when cooking for one • Ways to make solo cooking more enjoyable • Pro food storage tips to make the most out of your fridge • Ideal recipes for solo cooks • Ways to socially connect over cooking while social distancing & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • OSEA: Go to oseamalibu.com/foodheaven for $10 off your first purchase of $50 or more • Buffy: For $20 off Buffy comforter, visit Buffy.co and enter code FOODHEAVEN For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 12, 2020

Have you been anxiously waiting to hit up that beauty salon because COVID toes are real? Well, today we’re going to talk about whether or not that’s a wise move with expert epidemiologist Dr. Marquinta Harvey! In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What an epidemiologist does as it relates to COVID-19 • If reopening different facilities is a good idea right now • Projections for how long it’s anticipated we’ll be social distancing • Health risks vs economic risks of COVID • Measures for reducing risk if visiting salons/public spaces & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • OSEA: oseamalibu.com/foodheaven For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 5, 2020

Today we’re chatting with our good friend Kevin Curry about the ups and downs of being a Black food blogger. Kevin started Fit Men Cook over 8 years ago, and has developed a loyal community of over 1 million followers online. Today we’ll be diving into all the behind the scenes tea, from recipes to dating in quarantine. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Our experiences getting paid less than our white counterparts to do the same work • Frustrations of being a black person in a predominately white food industry • Transitioning your brand from a passion project into a business • Where Kevin gets recipe inspo from • What Kevin’s DMs are looking like (wink, wink) & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Urban Movie Channel: Visit UMC.TV and use code FOODHEAVEN for an extended 30-day free trial. After that, it’s just $4.99 per month. • Buffy: Buffy.co with code FOODHEAVEN For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 29, 2020

A lot of us already had issues getting quality sleep before, and now with COVID it’s all gone out the window. Today we’re talking with psychologist Justin Gibson who is trained CBTI (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia). We’ll be discussing practical ways to improve sleep quality during COVID. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) is and why it’s effective • The difference between insomnia and occasional sleep troubles • How many hours a night people should actually be sleeping • Myths vs facts about sleep health & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Blake's Seed Based: Visit blakesseedbased.com/FOODHEAVEN and get 20% off your first order now! • Tasting Room: Go to TastingRoom.com and enter code FOOD at checkout to get your wine tasting kit for just $9.95 ($30 in savings) plus FREE Shipping! • Urban Movie: Visit UMC.TV and use code FOODHEAVEN for an extended 30-day free trial. After that, it’s just $4.99 per month. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 22, 2020

Quarantine can add an added layer of stress to intimate relationships, especially if you’re quarantined together under the same roof. Today we have clinical psychologist Dr. Adia Gooden back on the pod to talk about how to navigate relationships and dating during this time. She provides incredibly useful information for people who are in intimate relationships, living with their partner, and/or wanting to date. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • The potential pros and cons of being cooped up with a partner during quarantine • What “doing the work” actually means within the context of a relationship • Ways to circumvent some of the biggest challenges couples face during quarantine • How to keep the romance alive during quarantine • Ways couples can strengthen their relationship and deepen their connection during quarantine • Creative and safe ways to date during quarantine & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Blake's Seed Based: Visit blakesseedbased.com/discount/FOODHEAVEN and get 20% off your first order now! • Tasting Room: Go to TastingRoom.com and enter code FOOD at checkout to get your wine tasting kit for just $9.95 ($30 in savings) plus FREE shipping! • Urban Movie: Visit UMC.TV and use code FOODHEAVEN for an extended 30-day free trial. After that, it’s just $4.99 per month. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 15, 2020

Black people don’t like to go to the doctor. That’s something we’ve heard and experienced time and time again, and it doesn’t just come out of nowhere. There’s a deep history of medical trauma and mistrust in the Black community, and it makes total sense that Black people don’t want to go somewhere they don’t feel safe or seen. Today we’re talking with Dr. Rashawn Ray about the impacts of living in a racialized healthcare system. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • The history of medical mistrust within the black community and how this ties into black people not wanting to go to the doctor • Systemic conditions that impact racial health disparities • How these systemic conditions have manifested during COVID • Things health care providers can do to make their care more inclusive and compassionate • Ways patients can be better advocates for themselves when stepping into a doctors office + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • Visit https://www.blakesseedbased.com/discount/FOODHEAVEN and get 20% off your first order now! Tasting Room: For $30 off your wine tasting kit, use code FOOD at tastingroom.com For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 8, 2020

Do you feel more pressured to exercise during quarantine? You may find yourself forcing a workout because you’re scared to gain weight or see your body composition change. Today, we’re talking with social justice activist and accessible yoga teacher Dianne Bondy about finding joy in movement, especially during stressful times. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Ways to make movement more inclusive and enjoyable • How to separate weight loss and unrealistic body expectations from exercise • Things people who don’t enjoy exercise can do to get moving in a more joyful way • How to incorporate body respect into our movement routines + MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 1, 2020

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions, and with everything going on in the world, it makes sense that a lot of people are feeling anxious and stressed out. These past few months have been filled with grief and sadness, especially for black people, who are dying at disproportionate rates from COVID and police brutality. Today we’re talking with our good friend Stacey Younge about ways to manage anxiety during a pandemic. In This Episode We’ll Cover: • How anxiety may be heightened for black people because of the pandemic & police brutality • The clinical definition of anxiety and common signs to look out for • The different types of anxiety and how they manifest • Practical ways to help manage anxiety & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 24, 2020

Intuitive eating is an evidenced-based approach to eating that helps people tune into their body's unique needs, rather than relying on external food rules to determine what, when, and how much they eat. We’ve gotten a lot of questions about whether or not it’s possible to eat intuitively AND pursue weight loss at the same time. In today’s episode we’ll cover: • The core principles of intuitive eating and what they look like in practice • Navigating body dissatisfaction while wanting to eat more intuitively • How diet culture may be informing our food choices and desire to lose weight • Ways to shift your perspective from wanting to change your body to changing how you feel about your body & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • OMAX Health: Visit OMAXhealth.com and enter code FOODHEAVEN at checkout for 20% off Cryofreeze and sitewide For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 17, 2020

Have you thought twice about whether it’s necessary to get off the couch to eat? Yeah, us too. When social distancing first started, it seemed like everyone was making sourdough starters, sauces, stews, and cakes. And then kitchen burnout happened. For those of you who are burned out and struggling to make sure you’re eating adequately throughout the day, today we’re covering essential kitchen hacks that can help, from pre-made meals to meal prep tips and more. Everybody gotta eat right? In This Episode We’ll Cover: • What makes a meal a meal (hint: cooking is optional) • Throw together meal ideas that are nutritionally balanced and require minimal prep • Hacks that will help make meal prep work for you • Ways to build community through neighbor food swaps • Why pre-made meals and meal kits are a lifesaver & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • OMAX Health: Visit OMAXhealth.com and enter code FOODHEAVEN at checkout for 20% off Cryofreeze and sitewide For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 10, 2020

In the past few days, we've been hit up by countless publications, podcasts, and influencers asking us to be on their platforms to do a podcast interview, host an IG live, or have a conversation on racism. Oftentimes, these requests come with a ridiculously tight turnaround, which feels really inconsiderate. We're human beings. We have lives. Believe it or not, we're actually busy. Also, there's a lot of emotional labor and trauma involved in being vulnerable and sharing our experiences with racism. PLUS! We've contributed to COUNTLESS articles (go to our press page) about inclusivity and social justice before it was trending. We've also done so. many. podcast episodes on these topics (check our BLM highlight for some of the most recent episodes). The work is out there. If you have looked at some of the work, and still want to collaborate, make an effort to be more mindful about how you reach out + what your asks are. In this week's episode, we go in on why we're frustrated and exhausted. But we also make sure to include some action items on what you (black, POC, white) can do to amplify Black voices both on and offline. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 27, 2020

Today we’re talking with THE Evelyn Tribole (!!!, literally screaming), co-author of the best selling Intuitive Eating book, which is pretty much our intuitive eating bible. Evelyn is a walking source of knowledge, and we wanted to have a conversation with her about call out culture and cultivating compassion through communication. SO many gems were dropped and this has been one of our favorite episodes!! In This Episode We’ll Cover: • Evelyn’s personal experiences throughout the years with call out culture • How social media and the internet has amplified cancel culture • Ways that call out culture has manifested in the dietitian community with people disagreeing on the intuitive eating vs weight loss approach • The difference between calling out, calling on, and calling in • How to develop self preservation and compassion with disagreements & MORE! 3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: • Rate • Review • Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: • OMAX Health: Visit OMAXhealth.com and enter code FOODHEAVEN at checkout for 20% off Cryofreeze and sitewide • GoMacro: visit gomacro.com and enter code FOODHEAVEN for 30% off + free shipping! • Muniq Life: visit go.muniqlife.com/foodheaven to get 33% off + free shipping! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 20, 2020

Most of us have been spending more time in the kitchen lately because we sort of have to. Today, we’re talking with Gaby Dalkin from What’s Gaby Cooking about making cooking more approachable and fun during quarantine. We also do a fun fire round where Gaby puts together delicious meals featuring random ingredients you all submitted to us on IG! Tune in to learn: How Gaby went from eating only buttered noodles and grilled cheese to becoming a 3x cookbook author and top chef Her first job as a chef for a high profile celebrity (you’ll never guess who it was) We give Gaby your basic quarantine ingredients and she provides genius meal ideas (this would actually be a good reality show) Her faaaavvvvorite restaurants in LA (we were frantically writing them down as she told us) How she launched an entire podcast about quarantine cooking in just 3 days (it’s actually brilliant) & MORE For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. 3 ways you can support this podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: OMAX Health: Visit OMAXhealth.com and enter code FOODHEAVEN at checkout for 20% off Cryofreeze and sitewide Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 13, 2020

For those of you struggling with organizing the different aspects of your life from work, home, relationships, hobbies, everything...this episode is for you. Today we’re talking with Rachel Wilkerson Miller, the author of Dot Journaling: A Practical Guide and The Art of Showing Up (coming out 5/26/20). Dot journaling is an efficient and fun way to get your life in order, and we’ll be picking Rachel’s brain about: -Why everything we thought about journaling was wrong, and how to approach it instead (no, you don't have to write a novel) -What exactly is dot journaling and why this Pinterest craze is all the rage -How to make journaling more fun and enjoyable (hint: forget everything you thought you knew about journaling) -For people who are not drawn to journaling, is it something worth trying or should you finally let it go? For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. 3 ways you can support this podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: -GoMacro: visit gomacro.com and enter code FOODHEAVEN for 30% off + free shipping! -Muniq Life: visit go.muniqlife.com/foodheaven to get 33% off + free shipping! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 6, 2020

Have you heard of the quarantine 15? It refers to weight gain during the COVID-19 pandemic, and lots of people have been concerned about it (queue the quarantine fitness challenges and weight loss plans) It doesn’t help that the media has been suggesting that people at higher weights are at a higher risk for COVID-related hospitalizations and ICU admissions. Today we’re diving into this topic and will get into: -The importance of challenging COVID weight gain concerns -Why the research suggesting people at higher weights are at higher risk is flawed -How race, socioeconomic status, and pre-existing conditions can impact COVID health outcomes -The role body respect and neutrality can play in preserving your sanity during this time -& MORE For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. 3 ways you can support this podcast: Rate 2. Review Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 29, 2020

There’s so much information circulating about supplements and home remedies to ward off COVID-19. Today we’re talking with dietitian Alice Figueroa to sort through some of this information, and will cover everything from elderberry to clorox gargling. Tune in to learn more about: -The science behind popular supplements like Vitamin C, D, Zinc, and Elderberry as it relates to immune support -What factors influence our immune response, and why boosting our immune system isn’t a good idea -The alkaline diet. Should we be eating more alkaline foods? -Things you can do to support your health and sanity during these chaotic times + MORE! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. 3 ways you can support this podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: Go to StoryWorth.com/foodheaven for $10 off your first purchase! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 22, 2020

Have you tried meditation but can’t seem to stick to it? Or maybe it just feels weird? Meditation has a number of benefits, but so many people struggle incorporating it consistently into their routine. Today we’re breaking it all down with our girl Yeradmi Gomes. We’ll be getting into: -Why most of us are approaching meditation the wrong way -Yera’s favorite method for instantly quieting a busy mind -How to make yourself physically comfortable when meditating -Useful tips for meditating if you have a history of trauma -A LIVE guided meditation with Yera (she basically put us in a trance) -And most importantly, whether or not you should scratch that itch that ALWAYS pops up while meditating (amirite?) For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. 3 ways you can support this podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: -FEALS: feals.com/foodheaven become a member to get 50% off your first order with free shipping See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 15, 2020

Have you wanted to liven up your home space but don’t have a strong feel for design? Many of us have been spending a little too much time at home lately, and so today we’re talking with interior decorator extraordinaire Jazz Smollett about creating a home that brings you comfort and joy. We’ll be getting into: Some misconceptions everyday people have about home design Practical things that can be done in the home to get started Minimalism vs maximalism, how do you figure out which one is right for you? & MORE! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. 2 ways you can support this podcast: Rate Review Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 8, 2020

Death and grief…something we all experience, yet also a conversation many of us avoid. In the wake of uncertainty with COVID-19 and people potentially losing loved ones, it felt timely to have an honest and layered conversation about death. We spoke with our good friend Ashley about her personal experience grieving the loss of her mother, and her professional work as a nurse dealing with death and grief. We’ll be covering: -Whether or not it’s possible to emotionally prepare for death -Why it’s so taboo to talk about death in the United States -Practical things that are oftentimes overlooked in preparing for death -The difference between palliative and hospice care -Ashley’s personal experience in dealing with grief -Some excellent suggestions for preserving the memory of a loved one -& MORE For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. 3 ways you can support this podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: -Hydrant: For 25% off your first order, go to DrinkHydrant.com and enter promo code FOODHEAVEN at checkout. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 1, 2020

Coronavirus has complicated food shopping, and you may find that items are sold out, foods are overpriced, or that you have to spend a ridiculous amount of time on checkout lines. There are also the aggressive shoppers that want to race you for the last carton of eggs (if this sounds really specific, it’s because it legit happened to me yesterday). Usually we make a supermarket run every week to grab essentials, but needless to say, we’ve been trying to limit those runs because the experience has become so unpleasant. Also, social distancing is a real thing. Freezing is an excellent way to preserve foods, and can be especially useful during these chaotic food shopping times. Tune in to today’s episode to learn: -Our tried and true top foods for freezing that you may not have thought to freeze -How to package these foods properly -Creative ways to use these foods when ready to cook -Plus how we’re holding up with everything that’s been going on For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. 3 ways you can support this podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: BeautyCounter: For a limited time, new customers can get 10% your first purchase of $100 or more at beautycounter.com with promo code FOODHEAVEN GoMacro: Visit www.gomacro.com and use code foodheaven for 30%off + free shipping See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 30, 2020

We have a hotline yall! We’ve been thinking of creative ways to connect with y’all during this time and decided to open up a Food Heaven phone line!! (I mean why didn’t we think of this sooner?) So here’s how it works:⠀ ⠀ 1.) Call us at (833) 366-3486⠀ 2.) Leave a VM with your question ⠀ 3.) Your VM will be featured as a q&a episode (we will be including your audio, so don’t share any info you don’t want to be published) ⠀ ⠀ That’s it!! We encourage you to drop all your nutrition, food, cooking, life questions. Can’t wait to hear all your messages!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 25, 2020

These past few weeks have been quite the ride, amirite? Many of us went from having a solid routine to now being at home with our lives in disarray. We recorded a special episode for you that covers how to stay nourished in times of chaos. Here’s what we cover in today’s episode: -The importance of creating a routine if you’re spending your days indoors -How to be efficient & creative with your cooking during these times -Our favorite ways to stay connected while practicing social distancing -Why this may be a great time to finally do those projects you’ve been putting off + MORE! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. 3 ways you can support this podcast: Rate Review Support our sponsors using our unique ‘HOOKUP’ codes below HOOKUP CODES: -BeautyCounter: For a limited time, new customers can get 10% your first purchase of $100 or more at beautycounter.com with promo code FOODHEAVEN -FEALS: feals.com/foodheaven become a member to get 50% off your first order with free shipping Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 18, 2020

How do you figure out what nutrition information to trust? Today's episode is timely in lieu of the madness going on with COVID-19. We've seen all types of health recc's suggesting that if you do xyz, you'll have stronger protection against the virus. xyz has ranged from using essential oils to eating only fresh fruits and vegetables to prevent infection. Putting out this information can result in more panic and stress, especially for people who are struggling financialIy. It's also not accurate. The rise of social media has opened the floodgates to health and nutrition recommendations that are oftentimes not credible. On today’s episode, we’re talking with registered dietitian Bonnie Taub-Dix about: ⁠ - Strategies to remove the element of fear from food - Why getting your nutrition advice from influencers with no formal training is problematic - Things to consider when figuring out who/what information is credible? - Red flags that may indicate that the recommendations you’re getting are probably not by a credible source + MORE! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: -BeautyCounter: For a limited time, new customers can get 10% your first purchase of $100 or more at beautycounter.com with promo code FOODHEAVEN -FEALS: feals.com/foodheaven become a member to get 50% off your first order with free shipping -Hydrant: For 25% off your first order, go to DrinkHydrant.com and enter promo code Foodheaven at checkout. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 11, 2020

How do you figure out how much water your body needs? We’re always being told 8 cups a day is the golden rule for hydration, but does that apply to everyone? Today we’re digging a little deeper with Whitley Atkins, who conducts research in thermoregulation and hydration. We’ll be covering: -Whitleys very simple (and scientific) strategy for determining your hydration needs -The signs and symptoms of poor hydration (there are more than you think) -The surprising truth about whether or not coffee is ACTUALLY a diuretic -Why the 64 ounces of water per day equation doesn’t work for everyone -Whether or not feeling thirsty means “it’s too late” when it comes to dehydration -If it’s EVER possible for thirst to be mistaken for hunger -Practical things you can start doing TODAY to get more hydration -& MORE! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: -Beauty Counter: For a limited time, new customers can get FREE SHIPPING on your first purchase of $100 or more at beautycounter.com with promo code FOODHEAVEN Resources: Hydrationcheck.com Whitley’s Twitter Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 4, 2020

Your day starts getting out of control—you realize you slept through your alarm and next thing you know you’re stress eating, grabbing whatever snacks are closest to you, eating them almost mindlessly. Sound familiar? Yep, we’ve all been there. Today, we’ll be talking about: -One of the most common triggers of stress eating -How to create a coping toolbox that helps you reach for things other than food in times of stress -How to use each meal time as a new opportunity for exploring your relationship to food + MORE! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: -GoMacro: Visit www.gomacro.comandusecode foodheaven for 30%off + free shipping -Beautycounter: Visit https://www.beautycounter.com/ and for a limited time, new customers can get FREE SHIPPING on a first purchase of $100 or more with promo code FOODHEAVEN Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 26, 2020

What are some foods that you keep out of the house because you’re afraid to overeat them? Trigger foods are foods that you consider off-limits because you completely give in when those foods are around. These pleasure foods are usually not pears and broccoli. They tend to take the form of chocolate, doughnuts, chips, and cookies. Today we’re talking with our dietitian friend Hadis Ghoghaie about whether the keep it out the house mentality is the best approach PLUS -The 5 questions to ask yourself before eating a “trigger” food, and what to ask yourself after -How to create a safe space for facing your food fears -A practical way to get started TODAY with making peace with foods that give you anxiety For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: FEALS: feals.com/foodheaven become a member to get 50% off your first order with free shipping Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 19, 2020

The most visible voices in the Health At Every Size / Intuitive Eating movement are white and thin. Ironic and frustrating since this movement was created to promote size inclusivity, as well as race, sexuality, disability, and gender inclusivity. Today we’re talking with fat positive dietitian Veronica Garnett about fatphobia within the field of nutrition, honoring culture through food, and how we as health professionals can work together to make sure diverse voices are heard and represented. We’ll cover: -Veronica’s experience as a fat black woman in dietetics -How Veronica has learned to navigate fat phobia when dealing with colleagues, family, & friends -As health professionals who practice HAES, things we can do to amplify the voices of fat people -& MORE! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: GoMacro: www.gomacro.com and use promocode: humans for 30% off plus free shipping for a limited time Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 12, 2020

Do you ever feel like you are your own worst critic? Today on the podcast we are talking all about cultivating self compassion and, most importantly, self worth with licensed clinical psychologist, Adia Gooden. Adia also writes, speaks, and conducts trainings on the topics of Black women and mental health, cultural competence, unconditional self-worth, and imposter syndrome. This episode really hit home because Adia talks about some of the nuance when it comes to self worth, body image, and people of color. In this episode, we’ll cover: -Why folks have such poor self worth these days… -The imposter syndrome and why this tends to affect black women (and POCs) more than others -How body image affects self worth AND why it’s easier to accept that we all come in different shapes and sizes on an intellectual level, but not on an emotional one -How we can all cultivate unconditional self-worth.…. with practical advice you can get started with today For resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 5, 2020

If we had a dollar for everyone who asked how to treat their “hormonal imbalance”, we’d be rich. The truth is, there’s a lot of confusion about what hormone balance really means. Our guest today is THE women’s hormone guru, and she’s here to set the record straight. Melissa Groves, aka @the.hormone.dietitian is an integrative registered dietitian, specializing in women's health and hormone issues, including PCOS and fertility. She uses a functional medicine, food-first approach that combines holistic lifestyle changes with evidence-based medicine. Tune in to learn: -The most common hormone-related conditions that Melissa encounters--and how she treats them -Other factors (besides food) that affect hormones -How Melissa incorporates Health at Every Size (#HAES) into her practice, especially when medical providers constantly pressure her patients to lose weight -Practical things you can do to optimize your health and hormones, starting today For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: ANCIENT NUTRITION: Get $10 off at www.ancientnutrition.com using the promo code FOODHEAVEN Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 29, 2020

Do you exercise a lot but find that you are always exhausted, injured or getting sick? Has your menstrual cycle stopped coming regularly? If so, you may be undereating and overtraining. This week’s episode is for all of you fitness enthusiasts and self described “clean” eaters who feel like something isn’t quite right. Our guest, Laura Schoenfeld, is a Registered Dietitian and women's health expert trained in Functional nutrition. Her passion is empowering women to nourish their bodies, develop true strength, and ultimately pursue their purpose. Tune in to learn: -How to know if you are undereating and overtraining, and what to do about it -Why not getting your period may be a warning sign that you’re body isn’t adequately nourished -What balanced nutrition REALLY looks like for active people (hint: it’s not what you’ve been told) -Laura’s personal journey of body acceptance and self love For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: ANCIENT NUTRITION: Get $10 off at www.ancientnutrition.com using the promo code FOODHEAVEN FEALS: Become a member today by going to www.feals.com/foodheaven and you’ll get 50% off your first order Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 22, 2020

What’s one good book that you COULD. NOT. PUT DOWN. in 2019? For me, it was The Eating Instinct by journalist & author, Virgina Sole-Smith. In this book, Virginia visits kitchen tables around America to tell her own story, as well as the stories of women recovering from weight loss surgery, of people who eat only nine foods, of families with unlimited grocery budgets and those on food stamps. The book is a deep dive into how we all learn to eat in today’s toxic food culture. In today’s episode we discuss: how Virginia got into this work (it started when her newborn stopped eating) and how Virginia’s relationship with food evolved throughout the years. We also explore how social media has contributed to our heightened stress around food, how to navigate food struggles with kids, and things you can do to make sure you’re not projecting your own body image issues onto your children. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: ZOLA: Build your FREE wedding website and get $50 towards your registry using the link www.zola.com/foodheaven Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 15, 2020

Do rising sun, retrograde and new moon mean anything to you? Whether you are someone who is into astrology, or curious about learning more, you’ll want to tune into today’s podcast episode ALL about understanding astrology with Jennifer Racioppi. Jennifer blends astrology, positive psychology, and women’s health practices to help women build a foundation of resilience, execute their potential and stay faithful to their dreams. In this episode, we chat about how the whole astrological system works (especially for those who don’t know anything about astrology or are skeptical) + practical ways you can tap into astrology to assist in finding balance with your life. ALSO! Wendy opens up about her love life, and how she’s been using astrology find a match (tune in to learn whether or not it’s been working….) For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: Get ten dollars off Ancient Nutrition.com using the promo code FOODHEAVEN Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 8, 2020

Do you compare yourself with others? (Raises hand.) Our podcast guest this week, Marci Evans, spoke about social comparison theory at our annual nutrition conference, and it was hands down the most powerful presentation I have ever been to. Social comparison theory states that individuals determine their own social and personal worth based on how they stack up against others. In some cases, comparison can be helpful, but more often than not, it’s bad for our wellbeing. If you have ever compared your success, body image, relationship status, friendships or even living situation to anyone else (especially on social media), you HAVE to listen to this episode. Tune in to learn: Which personality types tend to be more prone to comparing (hint: people who are empaths), what happens to our brains when we make these cross-comparisons, and concrete things you can do to compare less…starting NOW (and for free). For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: Skinsei: Personalize your skincare routine⁠ with a 1-month free trial for $45 subscription at skinsei.com Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 25, 2019

Have you ever been food shamed? You know, when someone makes negative comments about what you are eating, emphasizing why it’s “bad” or “wrong”. As Dietitians, we actually get food shamed allllll of the time (i.e. “you’re a dietitian, what are you doing eating pizza!!!”). Quite frankly, we’re sick of it. Today we are revisiting the food shaming conversation on the podcast, and why we all need to leave this behavior in 2019. Tune in to learn what food shaming actually looks like, why it’s unhelpful, how to make sure you aren’t the one doing do it. PLUS, what to do instead. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: Acuity Scheduling: Get a 45-day free trial at www.acuityscheduling.com/foodheaven Zola: Build your FREE wedding website and get $50 towards your registry using the link www.zola.com/foodheaven Skinsei: https://www.skinsei.com/heaven and use code HEAVEN for 20% off your first order Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 18, 2019

Soy. Coconut Oil. Eggs. We get asked about these foods a lot. Are they safe? Should they be avoided at all costs? Today we separate fact from fiction once and for all with Katherine Basbaum, a clinical dietitian for the Heart & Vascular Center at the UVA Health System. Katherine is the perfect person to talk to about this because she received her Master’s in Nutrition Communication at Tufts University, meaning she is good at breaking down the science into soundbites. In this episode, we’ll discuss whether or not soy causes cancer, the truth about eggs and cholesterol, and what the science has to say about coconut oil. Tune in to set the record straight. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: Acuity Scheduling: Get a 45-day free trial at acuityscheduling.com/foodheaven https://www.Skinsei.com/HEAVEN for 20% off your first order Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 11, 2019

Did you know that fat phobia has racial origins that run deeper then you could have ever imagined? Today we BREAK. IT. ALL. DOWN with Sabrina Strings, an Assistant Professor of Sociology at the University of California. Sabrina recently released her book, Fearing The Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia. This much needed conversation literally changed our whole outlook on the body image conversation, and you have to hear it. Tune in to learn: The fascinating (and infuriating) origins of weight bias and the thin ideal, how this history affects our relationship to food & our bodies, why BMI is an arbitrary measure of overall health and mortality, how racial bias in research is a problem and what to do about it, and my (Jess) most embarrassing body-image related highschool secret...that I legit almost edited this out of the episode. Get the show notes over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast HOOKUP CODES: Acuity scheduling: Get a 45-day free trial at acuityscheduling.com/foodheaven Eaton Hemp: Use coupon code FOODHEAVEN for 20% off your first order while supplies last Eatonhemp.com Zola: Build your FREE wedding website and get $50 towards your registry using the link www.zola.com/foodheaven Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 4, 2019

It’s BACKKK!!! Today we bring you another Q&A episode with our BFF Hadis Ghoghaie. Our last Q&A episode was one of our most downloaded programs ever, so we couldn’t wait to get back in the studio to answer more of your questions. Today we’re talking about: How to get relief from PMS and menstrual cramps, supplements + foods that help with acid reflux, our thoughts on the anti-inflammatory diet, are we "anti meat” intake? (we settle this once and for all), which veggies produce the most gas & MORE. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: Native: Get 20% off safe, reliable deodorant and body care products w/ code FOODHEAVEN at at www.nativecos.com Blublox: Get 15% off BluBlox blue-light blocking glasses with code FOODHEAVEN at www.blublox.com Acuity: Get a 45-day free trial at acuityscheduling.com/foodheaven Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 27, 2019

Did you know that people who restrict their eating tend to live more in their head and less in their bodies? Today we’re talking with Registered Dietitian Eve Lahijani about how you can reconnect with your body. Eve has a Tedx talk entitled “Trust Your Hunger and Make Peace With Food” about her own story overcoming food obsession and body image issues. By getting off diets, learning how to listen to her body and ultimately listening to herself, Eve finally has developed a healthy and satisfying relationship with food, and teaches others how to do the same. Tune in to learn: Why going to the bathroom is not that much different than eating, Eve’s really sophisticated tool for telling you how much you need to eat and when, how to deal with accidentally binging and overeating and 3 things people can do to get started with making peace with food today. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: Native Deodorant: Get safe, reliable deodorant and body care products by visiting Nativecos.com and using promo code FOODHEAVEN for 20% off everything! Zola: Build your free wedding website on Zola and get $50 toward your registry at zola.com/foodheaven Acuity: Get a 45 day free trial at acuityscheduling.com/foodheaven Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 20, 2019

Do you often worry that you’ll “lose control” when it comes to food during the holiday season? Or do you get anxious when anticipating weight-based comments from friends and family you haven’t seen in a while? If you answered yes, then you don’t want to miss this episode. In today’s podcast, we’re talking about intuitive eating during the holidays with nationally-recognized food & nutrition expert Cara Harbstreet of Street Smart Nutrition. Using a non-diet approach, Cara works to help people rediscover the joy in eating deeply nourishing meals without restriction or fear. In this episode, we talk about practicing intuitive eating during the holidays, navigating the weight-based comments that come up from our family members, & more! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: FabFitFun: Use coupon code FOODHEAVEN for $10 off your first box at www.fabfitfun.com BluBlox: Use code FOODHEAVEN for 15% off BluBlox blue-light blocking glasses Eaton Hemp: Use code FOODHEAVEN for 20% off your first order while supplies last Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 13, 2019

Do you always feel basic at wine tastings because you’re not exactly getting the notes of preserved apple skins in your sip? Same. Today we’re chatting with Robin McBride, co-creator of The McBride Sisters Wine Collection, the LARGEST African-American-owned wine company in the United States. Tune in to learn Robin's documentary-worthy story about how she reconnected with the long-lost sister she never knew she had (it’s wild), how this wine-loving duo beat all of the odds and became the largest African-American owned wine company in the US, how to make more educated wine choices (and feel less basic during tastings), Robin’s favorite food & wine pairings, and more! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: BluBox: Use code FOODHEAVEN for 15% off BluBlox blue-light blocking glasses Mejuri: Use url mejuri.com/foodheaven for free shipping on all orders over $100 Eaton Hemp: Use code FOODHEAVEN at https://www.eatonhemp.com/foodheaven for 20% off your first purchase Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 6, 2019

Main episode: Do you know your enneagram type? The reason we ask is because our podcast guest this week, Registered Dietitian Jenna Braddock, says that this popular personality test may provide insight into your eating habits. If you are curious around the connections between your enneagram type and health, you don’t want to miss out. We were BLOWN AWAY by how spot on everything was for us and think you will be really fascinated by this episode as well. Tune in to learn: How personality affects eating habits, how to make lifestyle changes easier by working with your personality style, where to find Jenna’s FREE resources for how to best take care of yourself using your enneagram traits as a guide & more! For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: Mejuri: Use url mejuri.com/foodheaven for free shipping on all orders over $100 Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 30, 2019

Did you know that about 98% of rural land is owned by white people and over 80% of labor on farms comes from people of color? Our podcast guest this week, Leah Penniman, says that this is not an accident of history. Leah is the Co-Director and Program Manager of the Soul Fire Project, an organization she co-founded in 2011 to reclaim our inherent right to belong to the earth and have agency in the food system as Black and Brown people. Today we’re talking to Leah about the history of black farming, creating a deeper relationship with the land, how to prepare more balanced meals while living in a food desert, and more. For our resources and shownotes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. HOOKUP CODES: BluBox: Use code FOODHEAVEN for 15% off BluBlox blue-light blocking glasses Mejuri: Use url mejuri.com/foodheaven for free shipping on all orders over $100 Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 23, 2019

Is your sole purpose for exercising is to lose weight? Does this take the joy out of fitness for you? If the answer is yes, you may want to consider separating working out from weight loss. Today we’re talking with Louise Green, founder of the fitness brand Big Fit Girl. For over a decade she has forged a career as a plus-size personal trainer, global fitness coach, fitness activist and author who is changing the narrative and the idealistic standards of our fitness culture. In this episode, we’ll talk about how the pursuit of weight loss can interfere with wellbeing, ways to measure success that don’t involve the scale, why the “no pain, no gain” mentality is problematic, and how to make fitness fun again. Find the full post over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 16, 2019

Today we’re talking with Ellie Krieger, a leading media dietitian, who helps people find that sweet spot between “delicious” and “healthy”. Ellie is the host and executive producer of “Ellie’s Real Good Food” on Public Television, and the host of “Healthy Appetite” on the Food Network. In this episode, we’ll be talking to Ellie about how she makes cooking fun & exciting, plus key things we can all do to eat more delicious, balanced food. Schedule a free 20 minute consultation with The Financial Gym over at financialgym.com/foodheaven & get 20% off your monthly membership Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 9, 2019

Want to know how to get to a healthier place after having children? Angela Garbes is a journalist and the author of Like a Mother: A Feminist Journey Through the Science and Culture of Pregnancy. Many of you mamas have told us about your struggles with body changes after pregnancy, so Angela will be discussing practical ways to practice body acceptance after having children, & much more! Schedule a free 20 minute consultation with The Financial Gym over at financialgym.com/foodheaven & get 20% off your monthly membership Use code "FOODHEAVEN" for $10 off your first box of premium products at www.fabfitfun.com Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 2, 2019

Today we’re talking with Maya Feller, a Registered Dietitian specializing in chronic disease prevention. Maya shares her approachable, real food based solutions to millions of people through regular speaking engagements and as a nutrition expert on The Dr. Oz Show and Good Morning America. We’ll be talking with Maya about medical bias, negative health narratives that affect people of color, how to honor culture through food... PLUS getting your kids on board with the meals you’re making, and more. Get 20% off non-toxic deodorant & body care using Promo Code FOODHEAVEN at nativecos.com Schedule a free 20 minute consultation with The Financial Gym over at financialgym.com/foodheaven & get 20% off your monthly membership Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 25, 2019

This week on the podcast we are talking about monetizing your blog! Some of you guys want to start your own blogs or want to start generating income with your existing blog, and we’re here to help. We’ll be talking about the mindset you need as you go into blogging, the different ways to generate income, & strategies to increase your fanbase. In addition to sharing our thoughts, we also interviewed some of the best in the business, including Jocelyn Delk Adams from Grandbaby Cakes and Sonja and Alex Overhiser from A Couple Cooks. For the full post and show notes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 18, 2019

Would you believe us if we said that emotional eating has little to do with food? Our podcast guest this week, Ali Shapiro, has crafted a career out of helping women make "truce with food." Ali is a holistic nutritionist, integrative health coach, and cancer survivor. In this episode, Ali shares why health is about more than discipline & willpower, why people eat when they aren't hungry, the role of stress responses, and how to cultivate resilience and begin healing our relationship with food. For show notes, visit foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Get 20% off non-toxic deodorant & body care using Promo Code FOODHEAVEN at nativecos.com Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 11, 2019

In this week's podcast episode we talk to Dr. Kristian Henderson, the Founder & CEO of BLK+GRN, an all-natural marketplace by all-black artisans. Kristian shares a lot about her challenges as a black woman entrepreneur, the intersections between wellness and black families, entrepreneurship, building generational wealth, and her helpful strategy for shopping your values. Get 15% off CBD cookie dough (& more) at CuredNutrition.com with code FOODHEAVEN at checkout. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 4, 2019

Did you know that you can freeze cheese, bread, tomato sauce...even tofu? In this week's podcast episode we talk to the OG budget eating guru, Beth Moncel of @budgetbytes.⁠ Tune in to learn how you can eat a balanced diet and save money at the same time. In this episode, we'll cover⁠:⁠ Beth's process for creating budget-friendly recipes...that actually taste good⁠, the birth of the Budget Bytes blog and how Beth grew it to a full-time hustle⁠, Beth's cooking philosophy in 3 words + her personal wellness philosophy⁠, strategies to eating healthy on a budget when you don't have the time⁠ and how to utilize the freezer to save money. Find the full post over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Use Promo Code FOODHEAVEN at curednutrition.com for 15% off at checkout See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 28, 2019

If you are like many of our listeners, you love the idea of intuitive eating, but you still have questions. Many of you email saying that you are having trouble applying intuitive eating to your life. Or that the "lack of structure" makes you feel unsettled. Others wonder if there is space for weight loss with intuitive eating. On today's episode, we go beyond the basics with intuitive eating expert and award-winning registered dietitian nutritionist Alissa Rumsey. As a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Alissa helps people cultivate a healthy and peaceful relationship with food and their bodies. In this episode, you'll learn how to eat intuitively when you prefer structure, whether or not there's a place for weight loss with intuitive eating, what to do when you "intuitively love to eat all foods", & how we can create non-elitist intuitive eating conversations. We also did something different with this episode by featuring a special guest, Paris Alexandra, the co-founder of BK Yoga Club. Paris asked some of her gnawing intuitive eating questions that we think you will also want answers to. We PROMISE this episode is a must-listen!! Find the full episode and the show notes over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Use Promo Code FOODHEAVEN for 20% off at nativedeoderant.com Get your free 30-day trial at audible.com/FHME See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 21, 2019

Today we’re talking with Dr. Melissa Fabello, a social justice activist whose work focuses on body politics, beauty culture, sex, and eating disorders. As a digital creator, Melissa develops online content to challenge others to unpack oppressive ideology around food, bodies, and beauty. We'll be talking about ways that poor body image and disordered eating manifest sexually, how partners help to build trust and connection within the relationship when one partner is experiencing body dissatisfaction, what language partners can be more mindful of, or avoid entirely, when talking about wellness, bodies, and sex, & MORE! Find the full post over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Sponsor info: Get 15% off CBD-infused products at CuredNutrition.com with code FOODHEAVEN at checkout. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 26, 2019

Today we’re talking with Stacey Younge, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & the owner of Sixth Street Wellness, her private practice in NYC. She specializes in depression, anxiety and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In this episode, we talk about normalizing therapy, how to find the right therapist, things you can do to improve your mental health & more! Use Promo Code FOODHEAVEN for 50% off and free shipping on your first order of Manitoba Harvest Broad Spectrum Hemp Extract products (valid until 8/31) at shop.manitobaharvest.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 19, 2019

Our guest this week is Lindsey Page, a personal trainer and the founder of Radically Fit - a gym for the LGTBQ/POC/Body Positive community, based in Oakland, CA. We talk about creating safe and inclusive fitness spaces, doing fitness without a weight loss agenda, why not having mirrors in the gym may actually be a great thing, and more! Find the full episode and the show notes over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast. Sponsors: Manitoba Harvest, Promo Code FOODHEAVEN for 50% off and free shipping on your first order of Manitoba Harvest Broad Spectrum Hemp Extract products (valid until 8/31) shop.manitobaharvest.com ThirdLove.com/FOODHEAVEN and get 15% off your first bra purchase! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 5, 2019

Our guest this week is Emily Fonnesbeck - a Registered Dietitian and mother of three - who owns her own private practice in Logan, Utah. She is passionate about helping individuals create a peaceful relationship with food and their body, building confidence in their own natural ability to know how to eat. Having made the switch from a weight-centered counselor to an intuitive eating counselor, Emily knows a thing or two about getting your family (and kids!) on board with a whole new eating style. We’ll be talking about addressing health concerns in kids, why Emily doesn’t like the term “picky eater”, and 3 things you can do today to get your family on board with intuitive eating. Find the full episode and the show notes over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Use Promo Code FOODHEAVEN for 50% off and free shipping on your first order of Manitoba Harvest Broad Spectrum Hemp Extract products (valid until 8/31) Link To: shop.manitobaharvest.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 30, 2019

Today we have Wintana Kiros on the podcast. Wintana is a Registered Dietitian, stylist, former runway model, and founder of Reset Lifestyle. Her business focuses on helping individuals regain their well-being, and she uses her experience in the fashion industry to help clients build the confidence to feel good, look good, and do good. Join us as we talk with Wintana about owning your style at any size, and why it’s important to dress for your current body. Plus, we’ll touch on being stylish on a budget, refreshing your wardrobe, and more! Find the full post and the resources mentioned in this episode over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Shout out to our sponsor, Manitoba Harvest! Check out their incredible Hemp Hearts: https://manitobaharvest.com/products/hemp-hearts/ And their delicious recipe for Blueberry Hemp Crumble Muffins: https://manitobaharvest.com/recipes/blueberry-hemp-crumble-muffins/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 23, 2019

Guess what? Today is part TWO of our listener Q&A and we’ve got another great mix of questions! We’ll be talking about intermittent fasting, the safety of MSG, interventions for inflammation, our natural hair routine, second career success stories, and a popular question: meal plans- yes or no? Enjoy and find the full list of resources mentioned during the episode at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Sponsor codes: Go to ThirdLove.com/FOODHEAVEN to get 15% off your first purchase of ThirdLove’s comfortable bras! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 15, 2019

Today we are really excited to answer your most pressing questions related to nutrition & wellness. We cover topics from ranging from troubleshooting intuitive eating & HAES, addressing food preferences, to switching careers, and more! Don’t forget to leave a review!! Find the full post over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Here's are some inclusive, feel good IG accounts to follow: Lizzo https://www.instagram.com/lizzobeeating/?hl=en SELF https://www.instagram.com/selfmagazine/?hl=en Amber Karnes https://www.instagram.com/amberkarnesofficial/?hl=en Ivy Felicia https://www.instagram.com/iamivyfelicia/ Rebecca Scritchfield https://www.instagram.com/rebeccascritchfield/?hl=en Yera Gomes https://www.instagram.com/yeradmii/ Virgie Tovar https://www.instagram.com/virgietovar/?hl=en Carolina Contreras https://www.instagram.com/miss_rizos/?hl=en Christy Harrison https://www.instagram.com/chr1styharrison/?hl=en See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 8, 2019

In today's episode, we talk with the Editor-in-Chief of SELF magazine, Carolyn Kylstra. Over the past two years, SELF has made a very public stance about the lack of diversity in the wellness space-- and they've been working hard to make their platform more inclusive. Join us as we talk with Carolyn about the shifting landscape of media (and why representation matters). Plus, we'll deep dive into topics like medical racism, weight stigma, and white privilege. Find the full post over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Sign up for our Best of Program using the code DIRTY30 http://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/bestof See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 1, 2019

Today we're talking all about financial health and literacy with Mabel Nuñez! We'll get into how finances have an effect on physical and mental health, practical ways people can live more frugally, without feeling like they’re living out of a jar, how to build credit, how to build generational wealth in our families and communities & MORE! Mabel is the founder of Girl$ on The Money - a stock market investing education company for women, minorities, and other underrepresented individuals in the world of investing. Find the full post over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Best of Program: foodheavenmadeeasy.com/bestof Code: DIRTY30 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 24, 2019

We're BACK! In our first episode of season 7, we're tackling the science behind Body Mass Index (also known as BMI). Tune in to learn the answer to the question you've all been asking: Is BMI bulls*t? Our special guest for this episode is Rebecca Scritchfield, registered dietitian, certified exercise physiologist, author of Body Kindness, and host of the Body Kindness podcast. Through her weight-inclusive counseling practice, she helps people make peace with food, find the joy in exercise, and create a better life. Find the full post over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Visit www.thirdlove.com/FOODHEAVEN for 15% off your first purchase! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 14, 2019

Is it possible to be too obsessed with healthy eating? Today we talk with non-diet dietitian Christy Harrison about a condition known as orthorexia, which is when people have an unhealthy preoccupation with healthy eating. Christy is the perfect person to talk to about this condition because she's both a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified intuitive eating counselor. She's also the host of the popular Food Psych Podcast, which explores people's relationships with food and paths to body acceptance. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 6, 2019

Today we're talking with dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry about the unique needs of black and brown skin, and how we can maintain good skin health. We talk about which foods keep our skin flourishing, the best products to help maintain healthy skin, nutrition advice for people with skin issues, how to prep our skin for the cooler and warmer months & MORE! Full post at: foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Shoutout to our sponsors: Four Sigmatic – discount code foodheaven BetterHelp.com/Heaven – 10% off first month GreenChef.us/foodheaven – $50 off first order See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 28, 2019

Joining us today is Keri Glassman, MS, RD, CDN. Keri is a Registered Dietitian & the founder and CEO of Nutritious Life, a lifestyle and media company devoted to helping individuals discover and live their most nutritious (and happy) lives. Today, we are talking with Keri about her 8 Pillars of Health, PLUS her key strategies for success as a nutrition entrepreneur. Find the full post over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Shout out to our sponsor: Thrive Market: thrivemarket.com/foodheaven See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 20, 2019

We're excited to welcome Danielle Capalino, MSPH, RD, back on the show. Danielle is a consultant, author, and certified registered dietitian who specializes in the microbiome and the brain-gut connection. In this episode, we speak about repairing and maintaining gut health, the difference between SIBO and IBS, and how to identify and treat your SIBO. Listen in for all the ‘deetz! See the full post over at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast IFFGD Website: https://www.iffgd.org/ Shoutout to our sponsors: Four Sigmatic – discount code foodheaven Ritual Women's Multivitamins See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 13, 2019

Today, we are speaking with Yera Gomes. She is a modern-day healer dedicated to making and holding space for connection, self-awareness, and introspection. Yera’s passion to connect with individuals looking to deepen their healing practices led her to create Yeradmi.com - a place where you can “show up” as is, share, receive and connect. In this episode, we talk about the importance of nurturing our minds and body and how to move through stagnant energy with more ease, clarity and compassion. Find the full post at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Video: Cardi B Explores ASMR Shout out to our sponsors: Daily Harvest – promo code FOODHEAVEN Four Sigmatic – discount code foodheaven Lola – promo code FOODHEAVEN See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 6, 2019

Today we’re in the studio with Emily Kyle. She is a nationally recognized media dietitian and owner of the nutrition communications and consulting company, Emily Kyle Nutrition. We’ll be talking about how to find authenticity in the work you do + working through feeling conflicted with your work. Check out the full post at foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Shout out to our sponsor: Thrive Market: thrivemarket.com/foodheaven See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 30, 2019

Today we're talking about ethical fashion with Katie Pruett! Katie Pruett turned her love for people, storytelling, and fashion into Ethical Style Journal--a print and digital magazine for conscious fashion. Check out the full post here: foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Thanks to our sponsors: Four Sigmatic discount code: foodheaven Ritual Women's Multivitamins See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 23, 2019

Today we have Vincci Tsui joining us on the podcast to talk about intuitive eating and Health At Every Size as it relates to living with chronic conditions. Read the full post here: foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Thanks to our sponsors: Thrive Market Poshmark invite code: FOODHEAVEN See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 16, 2019

In this episode, we are excited to talk with Ashlee Piper, an eco-lifestyle journalist, TV personality, and author of the new sustainable living book, Give A Sh*t: Do Good. Live Better. Save the Planet. We talk about how to make sustainability more approachable, what ethical beauty and fashion looks like, practical ways to become more sustainable and eco-friendly, how to live more with less & MORE! See full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast/ Thanks to our sponsors: Daily Harvest promo code: FOODHEAVEN Four Sigmatic discount code: foodheaven See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 9, 2019

We are excited to have Virgie Tovar on the pod today! Virgie is the author of You Have the Right to Remain Fat. She is one of the nation’s leading experts and lecturers on fat discrimination and body image. We talk with Virgie about her experiences with fatphobia, the long road to radical self acceptance, intersections between diet culture and sexism, race, and classism, how fat people can advocate for themselves in medical settings & MORE! Catch the full post at: foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast Thanks to our sponsors: Poshmark invite code: FOODHEAVEN Thrive Market See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 2, 2019

Is it true that it's harder to get pregnant as you get into your thirties? Do risks for complications increase? What can women do to improve their fertility? What about men? These are all questions we'll be diving into with Ayla Barmmer, registered dietitian and fertility expert. Catch the full post here: foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 19, 2018

Today we’re talking food and photography with Timothy Pakron from Mississippi Vegan. Timothy is a photographer, recipe developer, food stylist, and cookbook author from the gulf coast of Mississippi. He is also the creator of Mississippi Vegan, a concept that celebrates plants, mushrooms, cooking, creative expression, and loving animals. In this episode, Pakron will give us insight on how he is able to creatively utilize his passions to showcase vegan southern cooking. To learn more about this episode, visit https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/celebrating-food-w-mississippi-vegan/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 12, 2018

Welcome to the first episode of Season 6 (also happens to be our first LIVE episode!!) Today ALSO marks our 3 year podcast anniversary. In this episode we will reminisce on the lessons we’ve learned these past three years. With so much information out there about food, fitness, and wellness, we know it can get a bit confusing. We also discuss how to clear through the wellness clutter in order to ease confusion and feel a bit more confident as we all strive for wellness in every aspect of our lives! Catch the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 31, 2018

Joining us today is Les Alfred, the founder of Balanced Black Girl, an online community dedicated to helping women of color live their healthiest lives. She started her first blog The Balanced Berry in 2014 to share what wellness looks like in real life. After four years of sharing recipes and workouts on The Balanced Berry, Les is excited to focus more on amplifying women of color in the online wellness space through the Balanced Black Girl podcast. In this episode, we talk with Les about making fitness enjoyable and exercising from a place of self-love vs a war against your body to change it. You won't want to miss this final episode of season 5! Check out full post here: foodheavenmadeeasy.com/strength-training-for-women-with-les-alfred See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 24, 2018

In today's podcast episode we talk about a topic that is near and dear to home for me (Jess speaking), Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition where the body is attacking itself, in this case, the body attacks the thyroid gland. I actually have Hashimoto's and it is a condition that runs in my family - my grandmother, mother, sister, and I have it. Today we will be speaking with Mary Purdy, an Integrative Dietitian who has worked in private practice for 8 years, about what Hashimoto's is, associated signs and symptoms, how food plays a role in managing this condition, and more! Check out the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/thyroid-nutrition-with-mary-purdy/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 17, 2018

Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is an eating disorder that we have not covered on the podcast but that we do see a lot with our patients. BED is more common than many people think, so we are excited to talk to one of the leading BED experts, Melainie Rogers, a Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian and Supervisor. As a recognized expert on eating disorders, she is dedicated to supporting others in their quest to achieve long-term recovery. She is the Founder and Executive Director of BALANCE, an eating disorder treatment center,™ and Melainie Rogers Nutrition, LLC, which are both located in NYC. In this episode, we talk to Melainie about what binge eating disorder is, who it affects, tips for being more mindful eaters, and more! Check out the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/the-truth-about-binge-eating-disorder-with-melainie-rogers See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 10, 2018

Today we are talking about something that affects so many women, particularly African American women...the Superwoman schema. Researchers have suggested that health disparities in African American women, including adverse birth outcomes, lupus, and untreated depression, can be explained by stress and coping. The Strong Black Woman/Superwoman role has been highlighted as a phenomenon influencing African American women’s experiences and has been linked with behaviors like binge eating, for example. In this episode of the Food Heaven Podcast, Dr. Loneke Blackman Carr, a researcher at Duke University and a registered dietitian, joins us to unpack the Superwoman schema. Tune in - this is one episode you won't want to miss! Check out the full post here: https://bit.ly/2ydBF1u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 3, 2018

On this episode of the Food Heaven podcast, joining us is Carlene Thomas, a registered dietitian nutritionist, food photographer and recipe content creator based outside of DC in the Virginia wine country. She and her husband Chris run a food and beverage content creation company that focuses on videography, photography and stop motion on digital platforms for national brands. In this episode, we talk to Carlene about being an entrepreneur and her journey pursuing an untraditional career path in dietetics. Check out the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/making-nutrition-your-business-with-carlene-thomas See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 26, 2018

For today's episode, we'll be talking about CBD aka cannabidiol and answering questions about its use, benefits, and more with our guest, Romy Campbell, RN. Romy is a Registered Nurse who works with Viva Oils, a company dedicated to providing high-quality CBD products to consumers. She conducts thorough reviews of all available research relating to CBD in order to supply clients and healthcare providers with the evidence-based information that they can trust. Check out the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/demystifying-cbd-with-romy-campbell See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 19, 2018

This week's episode of season 5 is a celebratory one because it marks the 50TH EPISODE of the Food Heaven Podcast! It's pretty surreal that this is our 50th episode. We have enjoyed releasing each episode and thank you for your support! Joining us for this episode is incredibly talented author, photographer, blogger, and educator, Eva Kosmas Flores. Listen in as we talk with her about food, farming and eating seasonally/locally. Check out the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/seasonal-eating-with-eva-kosmas-flores See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 12, 2018

If you have been browsing around the gram lately, you've likely come across the #bodypositivity movement. While we are huge advocates for body acceptance, we understand that some people may have questions about what that means and looks like. In this episode of the Food Heaven Podcast, we chat with Amber Karnes, founder of Body Positive Yoga about yoga, body acceptance (and body neutrality), food, and more! Check out the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/yoga-for-everybody-with-amber-karnes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 5, 2018

In this episode of the Food Heaven Podcast, we keep it real with the classically trained chef, former line cook, former TV host, former-model-turned wellness journalist, & six-time, best-selling author, Candice Kumai. Today, we'll talk about Candice's navigation through the culinary & wellness space as a Japanese-American woman and her latest book: Kintsugi Wellness: The Japanese Art of Nourishing Mind, Body, and Spirit. Full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/kintsugi-wellness-with-candice-kumai See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 29, 2018

And we're back! We're kicking off the new season with a very special guest: Tamara Melton, RDN, and co-founder of Diversify Dietetics, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing racial and ethnic diversity in the field of nutrition and dietetics. In this episode we talk about the importance of diversifying the nutrition and wellness space, and also about Tamara's experiences as a black woman within the field of nutrition. This is an episode you're not going to want to miss! Full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/diversifying-dietetics-with-tamara-melton/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 11, 2018

In this episode, we're getting real with the good, the bad, and the bloated. Gas and bloating might be a subject most people don't want to breach. But as RDs and people who have personally experienced digestive issues, we want to open that vault. In this episode, we're talking about why gas and bloating may be happening for you, and what you can do about it. Full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/helpful-tips-for-gas-and-bloating/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 4, 2018

We get lots of questions about meal timing. For example, when should you eat your first meal? How long should you wait in between meals? What time should you last meal of the day be? So, today we’re going to get into this topic, to help you figure out the best eating schedule for you. Learn how to figure out the best eating schedule for you using our 3 general guidelines. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 27, 2018

In this episode of the Food Heaven Podcast, we're talking about our experiences as BFF's and biz partners. The pros, cons, and in betweens. Check out the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/should-you-start-a-business-with-a-friend/ Shout out to our sponsors, MegaFood supplements (www.megafood.com). Thank you for supporting the Food Heaven podcast! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 20, 2018

In this episode we talk all about intuitive eating, a framework that ditches the diet mentality in order to make peace with food and live your best life. Check out the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/intuitive-eating-with-rachel-hartley/ Shout out to our sponsors, MegaFood supplements (www.megafood.com). Thank you for supporting the Food Heaven podcast! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 13, 2018

In this episode of the Food Heaven Podcast, we're talking about our favorite places to do food shopping. Check out the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/where-we-shop/ ‎ Shout out to our sponsors, MegaFood supplements (www.megafood.com). Thank you for supporting the Food Heaven podcast! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 6, 2018

On this episode of the Food Heaven Podcast, we wanted to dive into gardening and composting. Gardening and producing your own food and plants can bring a sense of pride, satisfaction, and trust knowing exactly where your food is coming from. On the other side of the coin, composting can be a great, environmentally friendly way of disposing of old produce and degradable items that can even help your gardening ventures. Listen to learn how to get started with gardening and composting today! Thank you to our podcast sponsors, MegaFood Gummy Vitamin Supplement & Blood Builder Supplement. Check them out at https://www.megafood.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 30, 2018

This week we're talking about travel...running a business from two ends of the country calls us to travel constantly. We'll be chatting about the things we do to stay on top of our health and nutrition while on the road! Full show notes: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/how-to-eat-healthy-when-traveling/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 23, 2018

Do you suffer from constipation? Diarrhea? Extreme gas and bloating or any other combination of chronic GI issues? Then you'll want to tune in for this podcast episode. Today we're talking ALL about gut health with doctor Mahmoud Ghannoum, the man who coined the "mycobiome". Learn what you can do to improve your gut health today. Shout out to our sponsors, MegaFood supplements (www.megafood.com). Thank you for supporting the Food Heaven podcast! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 16, 2018

In this episode, we'll cover what organic & non-GMO really means, and will provide you with science-backed information so you can make the best food choices for your health & preferences. Full post: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/does-it-matter-if-food-is-organic-non-gmo/ Our sponsor DreamCloud (get $200 off your mattress purchase! Code: FOOD): https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/dream See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 9, 2018

Is it possible to be too obsessed with healthy eating? Today we talk with non-diet dietitian Christy Harrison about a condition known as orthorexia, which is when people have an unhealthy preoccupation with healthy eating. Christy is the perfect person to talk to about this condition because she's both a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified intuitive eating counselor. She's also the host of the popular Food Psych Podcast, which explores people's relationships with food and paths to body acceptance. You don't want to miss this kick-off episode for season 4. Podcast sponsor: DREAMCLOUD. Go to foodheavenmadeeasy.com/dream to get $200 off your purchase See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 27, 2018

Today we are talking with our girl Dr. Tiffany Lester about sleep. As Medical Director of Parsley Health in San Francisco, Tiffany takes a comprehensive approach to chronic disease, getting to the root cause of illness. Grab the full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/better-sleep-w-dr-tiffany-lester/ ‎ Nectar Sleep discount: http://foodheavenmadeeassy.com/sleep Code HEAVEN125 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 21, 2018

Are you pregnant or do you have a loved one who is expecting? Then you don't want to miss this episode. Today we are talking all about a prenatal nutrition with Lily Nichols. Lily is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based prenatal nutrition and exercise. Show notes: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/real-food-for-pregnancy-with-lily-nichols/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 13, 2018

Do you struggle to find a balance with social media? Are you having trouble putting down your phone and being present in real life? Tune in today as we chat with our girl Fran, from Hey Fran Hey, about how you can cultivate a healthy relationship with social media while creating a meaningful life offline. Fran is a lifestyle influencer based out of Harlem, New York. After years of battling a chronic illness and then healing herself through alternative medicine, nutrition, and fitness, she became an advocate of more conscious living. For the full post: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/finding-balance-in-the-age-of-social-media-w-fran/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 6, 2018

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Feb 28, 2018

Today we're chatting with Jerrelle Guy, founder of the popular food blog Chocolate for Basil and author of the cookbook Black Girl Baking. Jerrelle is a food scholar, award-winning food photographer, recipe contributor and Tastemade Tastemaker. In this episode, we will cover: -Jerrelle's process for creating stunning and moving food photos -Her experience as a black woman in the food and photography world -How she developed her unique recipe and photography style -How she finds balance in social media -Where she goes to for recipe inspiration -Her experiences in creating recipes that honor health through food, while also honoring enjoyment -& MORE! Full post here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/black-girl-baking-w-jerrelle-guy/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 21, 2018

Today we’re chatting with national nutrition expert @rebeccascritchfield on body kindness, health at every size, addressing white/thin/affluent privilege, why BMI=BS, what the research has to say about weight loss dieting, & other more! We got so much from our convo with Rebecca & hope you do too! Check out the show notes here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/body-kindness-w-rebecca-scritchfield/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 14, 2018

It's Valentines day! In this episode, Jess sits down with her fiancé, Yosef, to talk about how cooking together can strengthen your relationship, plus what you can do to make the cooking process more enjoyable. If you aren't partnered, no worries! These tips work for the individual chef as well...so still tune in! Click here for the show notes: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/cooking-with-bae/ ‎ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 7, 2018

Hey everybody! Welcome to another episode of the Food Heaven Podcast. Today we’re getting into weight loss. We get so many patients & listeners who hit us up about wanting to live a little healthier- and the focus of the conversation usually starts with weight loss. A lot of people equate being healthy with losing weight. There seems to be this culture of weight obsession, especially among women, and a lot of times it’s not conducive to developing sustainable lifestyle habits. So today we’re going to talk a bit about weight as it relates to health and get into our approach for living your healthiest, best life. Find the full show notes + resources mentioned here: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/dont-promote-weight-loss/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 30, 2018

Recently one of Wendy's BFFs posted a photo of a meal online and she was instantly food shamed. One of her followers quickly chastised her for not being vegan and went on to say that her way of eating was unhealthy and that she was basically setting herself up for a life of chronic disease. As dietitians, we wanted to take a stand when it comes to the rampant food shaming that is happening both online and in person. In this episode, we dissect what food shaming looks like, why it doesn't work and what to do instead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 24, 2018

Should you do that detox? We have been asked this question time and time again. What do you think about juice cleanses? The 48-hour cleanse? Tea-tox? The Master cleanse? Charcoal cleanse? You name it…we’ve probably been asked about it. Cleanses and detoxes seem to be the hottest thing in the weight loss industry today. But the fact of the matter is: There is no real evidence that detoxes live up to the claims, and when all is said and done, they can be a big hit to your bank account. Today we get into what detoxing is, does it work, and we share our top tips for enhancing your natural body detox systems! Read the full post + resources mentioned here! https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com/detox-not-detox/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 12, 2017

In today's podcast episode, Jess interviews legendary sports dietitian Nancy Clark. As a board certified as a specialist in sports dietetics, Nancy is the best selling author of the popular Sports Nutrition Guidebook, now in its 5th edition. Learn Nancy's top 3 pieces of nutrition advice for active people, whether or not we really need to be taking electrolytes, how to love your body even if you feel like it's "flawed" and so much more. You won't want to miss this final episode of season 2. Get the full post + resources mentioned here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/sports-nutrition-nancy-clark/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 29, 2017

November is National Diabetes Awareness month, and we thought it would be a great idea to end the month featuring dietitian superstar Lily Nichols on our podcast. Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, speaker, and author with a passion for evidence-based prenatal nutrition and exercise. Her book and online course, Real Food for Gestational Diabetes, presents a revolutionary nutrient-dense, lower carb diet for GD. Learn more & get all the links mentioned here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/gestational-diabetes-w-lily-nichols/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 15, 2017

Hey friends! It's been a minute since we've talked about what exactly we're eating on the day to day. So today we whipped up this episode detailing our breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, beverages, and also include supplements and exercise routine. Yep- we get pretty detailed. See full post here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/eat-typical-day/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 30, 2017

Are you a busy college student who struggles with eating healthy on campus? Then this week’s minisode is perfect for you! Our question this week comes from Tori, a student at the University of Virginia. Tori says that she often has a hard time eating healthy because of time constraints, limited/unhealthy options in the dining hall, and only having a microwave and a mini fridge in her dorm. Listen in for some tips and tricks on good nutrition in college! Catch the full post here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/eating-healthy-on-campus/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 18, 2017

With FNCE right around the corner, we thought it would be great to do a podcast episode that highlights why being a registered dietitian (RD) is so fresh. In this episode we'll be covering: How to become an RD Where RD's work/what RD's do The pros & cons The training involved The difference between a dietitian and nutritionist And much, much more! For the full post visit: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast-day-life-dietitian/ For our 8 Weeks to a Healthier You Course visit: https://foodheaven.lpages.co/8-weeks-course/ (coupon code: foodheavenpodcast) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 2, 2017

Learn about integrative nutrition with Registered Dietitian Denine Rogers, MS, RDN, LD, FAND, who is an integrative dietitian with a Master's in Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy. If you haven't heard about integrative medicine already, you'll love learning more in this episode. Denine tells us about how her own health journey led her on a path to integrative nutrition and how it changed her life. You'll also learn practical action steps you can take to be healthier in an integrative way...starting today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 14, 2017

Today we’re going to be talking about natural beauty and body products. This topic has become increasingly popular, and since what we use on our bodies impacts our health, I thought it would be great to make this topic an episode. We’re chatting with Megan Roosevelt, who’s a registered dietitian and the founder of Healthy Grocery Girl. I came across Megan on the interwebs, and saw that she had written a few pieces on naturalizing your beauty pantry. I absolutely love her site, articles, and recipes, and so it’s such a treat to have her chat with us about this topic today! To learn more about Megan and the resources mentioned, click here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast-choosing-safer-beauty-body-products/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 2, 2017

To supplement or not to supplement…that is the question here and a really good one. With supplements being on the rise, it can be super confusing to figure out whether supplementing is right for you. It’s even more confusing figuring out what supplements you should take. Listen in to today's mini-episode on whether or not you should supplement! Here's the full post where you can find resource links: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/qa-minisode-take-multivitamin/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 17, 2017

Hey everyone, on today’s episode we’ll be talking all about plant-based living- what that means, why it’s important, and how practical ways to get more plant foods in your life. For today’s episode, we’re chatting with Sharon Palmer, award-winning dietitian & author. She’s an expert on all things plant-based, so she’s the perfect guest for today’s episode. Learn more about Sharon and read the full post here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast-exactly-plant-based-w-sharon-palmer/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 28, 2017

This month’s episode is a special one. Why? Well, today marks our 6 year Food Heaven Anniversary!! We can’t believe it’s already been 6 years! Aside from our anniversary, this month is also extra special since Jess and I are June babies, and actually have our birthdays 1 day apart (June 29th & 30th!) It’s pretty surreal that 6 years have passed since we started Food Heaven, and so we thought it would be great to have this month’s episode be about lessons learned since starting our brand. We’ll be sharing the ups and downs we’ve experienced, and how all this stuff has been helpful in our growth and development. Check out the full post here: See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 23, 2017

Hey there! Today we're answering one of your questions about plant-based milks. Which one should you pick? Is one superior to another? Listen in to get the full scoop. Read the full transcript here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/qa-minisode-choosing-plant-based-milks/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 13, 2017

May was National High Blood Pressure Education month, and so we thought it would be perfect to put out an episode on prevention and treatment strategies for this very common chronic condition. In this episode we'll discuss: -A definition of the two types of hypertension (AKA high blood pressure) -What increases your risk of developing Hypertension -How this silent disease is diagnosed in adults & children -Tips for getting tested to know your status -How to treat hypertension with lifestyle & dietary changes -What the research says in terms of supplements that may help to lower your blood pressure & More! Listen in to get the full scoop! To get all of the resources mentioned in this episode go to: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast-interventions-hypertension/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 10, 2017

In this week's minisode, we received a question about what exactly to eat during pregnancy and how to not go over the recommended amount of weight gain while expecting. Tune in to learn how to have a balanced meal plan during pregnancy and snack ideas that will keep you feeling full and satisfied. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 24, 2017

Do you have bloating, indigestion, irregular bowl movements, adnominal puffiness or digestive discomfort? Then this episode is for you. We interview Danielle Capalino, MSPH, RD, a digestive health Registered Dietitian who recently authored the books, Healthy Gut, Flat Stomach and the The Microbiome Diet Plan. We talk about how you can FINALLY get relief for all of your digestive troubles using the low FODMAPS elimination diet plan. Listen in and make sure to share with a friend who can use this helpful information. Got a burning nutrition question you want answered? Record it here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 9, 2017

Today we're answering this listener question...what are some good flavorful seasonings for reflux? Listen to this week's episode to learn about lifestyle strategies you can incorporate to manage reflux symptoms. See the full post here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/qa-minisode-remedies-reflux/ Resources: http://www.eatright.org/resource/health/wellness/digestive-health/what-you-need-to-know-about-gerd http://www.todaysdietitian.com/newarchives/090313p18.shtml See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 27, 2017

For today's episode, we'll be talking about PCOS aka polycystic ovarian syndrome with our very special guest, Angela Grassi, MS, RD, LDN. Angela is an internationally known nutrition expert on PCOS, and was named one of the Top 10 Incredible RD's Making A Difference by Today's Dietitian. Having PCOS herself, Angela has experienced all the challenges that come with having PCOS, and has dedicated her career to helping women with PCOS improve their health through evidenced based nutrition. She's the founder of the PCOS Nutrition Center, and has written several books, including the bestselling PCOS Workbook: Your Guide to Complete Physical and Emotional Health. Find out more about our guest Angela Grassi here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast-nutrition-lifestyle-interventions-pcos-w-angela-grassi/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 15, 2017

Ever struggle with sugar cravings that are having a negative impact on your health? If you have ever felt out of control in the presence of anything sweet, then this episode is for you! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 27, 2017

Today we chat self-care with Lauren and Deun from Black Girl in Om. Black Girl In Om promotes holistic wellness and inner beauty with an emphasis on self-care, self-love, and self-empowerment for communities of color. Through their website, events, and podcast, Lauren and Deun share wellness practices with one another, and through this work cultivate richer understandings of what it means to be healthy and beautiful from the inside out. Learn more about their work here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast-self-care-wellness-w-bgio/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 13, 2017

If you haven’t already heard, we’re starting a Q&A section on our podcast. You can record your questions right into the podcast page on our website, and we’ll record our reply into a mini-episode. You can also questions on your phone, and send to us as a voice-note Today we're answering a very common question- what's up with the sugar in fruit? Is it okay to eat tons of fruit? Listen in and catch the full post here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/qa-mini-episode-sugar-fruit-bad/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 25, 2017

Do you often make New Year's resolutions but fail to follow through? You are not alone. Studies show that as many as 50% of New Year's Resolutions are doomed to fail from day one. In this episode we break down why those infamous NY resolutions don't work and what to do instead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 6, 2016

This month, we talk about the process of creating our 28-Day Plant Powered cookbook! We talk about how the idea came about, where we got inspiration for the recipes, and go into all of the logistics involved in bringing our cookbook to life. We hope you enjoy! You can support us by pre-ordering our cookbook here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/plant-powered-health-reboot-cookbook/ For more information about Toni Zernik, our cookbook photographer, click here: http://www.tonizernik.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 8, 2016

Today we're talking about our routines- what we do when we wake up, and how we wind down as bedtime approaches. Having a routine in place helps to set your day up for success. You feel good, in control, and are better able to manage healthy eating and lifestyle changes. This also results in improved sleep and energy levels. Hopefully some of the things we incorporate into our routine will be helpful for when you develop your very own routine. Have a solid routine you find helpful? Drop a line in the comments and let us know! Full post with links to resources mentioned here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast-morning-nightly-routine/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 13, 2016

Want to learn how to eat more sustainably? Listen to our latest podcast episode to learn about our top 6 ways you can be more sustainable in the kitchen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 1, 2016

Since diabetes management is such a loaded topic, we broke things up into 2 parts. Last month, we spoke about risk factors for diabetes, signs/symptoms, getting a proper diagnosis, and the process of self-monitoring glucose (blood sugars) at home. This month, we’ll be go over diabetes-related complications, how to cope if you're diagnosed with diabetes, medication use, and lifestyle changes. Our special guest, Margarette Edouard, is a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) & Registered Dietitian (RD) and will be sharing all of her expertise with us. Below is a brief overview of the topics discussed! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 4, 2016

Since diabetes management is such a loaded topic, we broke things up into 2 parts. This month, we'll be go over risk factors for diabetes, signs/symptoms, getting a proper diagnosis, and the process of self-monitoring glucose(blood sugars)at home. Our special guest, Margarette Edouard, is a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)& Registered Dietitian (RD) and will be sharing all of her expertise with us. Next month, we'll go into potential complications of diabetes, how to cope, medication use, & lifestyle changes to better manage the condition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 1, 2016

This past week, we've been in Jamaica hosting our first ever Wellness Retreat with Jeff & Kalisa from The Runaway Jamaica. In this episode, they share their insight on food, cooking, and running a successful business with purpose. Learn more about them here: http://www.therunawayjamaica.com/ and follow them @therunawayjamaica See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 17, 2016

In this episode, Jess talks picks the brain of certified personal trainer and registered dietitian Maxine Yeung. Maxine shares how much exercise we need for optimal health, exercises you can do without a gym and (most importantly) how to build a booty. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 9, 2016

Unfortunately, diabetes continues to be on the rise with more and more people being diagnosed. Nowadays, you either know someone who has diabetes or are yourself affected by the disease. In today's episode, we talk about things you can do to lower your risk for developing Type 2 diabetes. Hope you enjoy! Get the full transcript with all studies mentioned here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/podcast-how-you-can-prevent-type-2-diabetes/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 9, 2016

There's a lot of controversy when it comes to soy. But is it actually as bad at the internet can make it out to be? Today we look at what the science has to say, and leave you with evidenced-based recommendations on how to healthfully include soy into your diet. References: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3074428/ http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24586662 http://vegetariannutrition.net/docs/Soy-Safety.pdf See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 4, 2016

In this episode, Registered Dietitians Wendy Lopez, MS, RD and Jessica Jones, MS, RD share their personal experiences with the dreaded PMS, and talk about nutritional and lifestyle interventions to alleviate discomfort and pain. References: How to cure PMS with food video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPhcFu2d-SY Access to full transcript and studies mentioned: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/nutritional-lifestyle-interventions-for-pms-podcast-episode-4/ More info here: http://www.medicinenet.com/premenstrual_syndrome/article.htm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 5, 2015

It's often touted as the most important meal of the day, but how much do we really know about breakfast? We share our top tricks for maximizing your breakfast plus our favorite breakfast ideas...with options for those that have NO time to spare. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 3, 2015

In their second podcast episode, Registered Dietitians Wendy Lopez, MS, RD and Jessica Jones, MS, RD talk about why they became vegetarian, top mistakes people make when making the transition, and tips for making that transition healthy and smooth. References: Grow NYC www.grownyc.org How to be a Healthy Vegetarian for Beginners Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqostqeLYJ4 Food Heaven Vegetarian Starter Kit http://www.foodheavenstore.com/store/p11/Vegetarian_Starter_Kit.html See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 27, 2015

In their very first podcast episode, Registered Dietitians Wendy Lopez, MS, RD and Jessica Jones, MS, RD talk about how they met, easy tips for healthy eating and what they eat in a typical day. Mocha Freeze Recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQotajlLTsk Spa Water Recipe: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/herb-infused-h2o/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.