Diabetes Digital Podcast by Food Heaven

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.