Salad With a Side of Fries Nutrition, Wellness & Weight Loss

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. It's time to talk about the sunshine vitamin! It's all over the news these days because it plays a powerful role in our immune health. On top of that, many in the US and across the globe are deficient in this powerful nutrient. Why are we deficient? What do we do about it? Do we get a prescription from the doctor? Jenn answers all these questions and more in just a few minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Want a Free Menu Plan from Jenn? https://www.tlsslim.com/bettermylifenow/weight-loss-profile/? Jenn's Vitamin D for US Listeners: http://bit.ly/jennvitdusJenn's Vitamin D for Global Listeners: http://bit.ly/jennvitdglobalLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanJenn's Vitamin D for US ListenersJenn's Vitamin D for Global Listeners

Outline:Welcome David FugelHow David became a "life sherpa"Neuroplasticity & energy medicineThe hedonic treadmill of acquisition - happiness is all an inside jobThe fallacy of arrival - the journey is everything, it's not about arrivingVisceralization  vs visualization - dark v light, dark v heavy, experience the contrast/failure and disappointmentEFT/tapping (emotional freedom technique)NLP (neuro-linquistic programming) - always and never; can't vs can't yetHow do we shift from resolutions to a new framework for joy in 2021Why goals & resolutions may not work for youEx: vitality/healthVisit the candy store of intentionsPlant SeedsFind the weeds/pests & remove them/navigate themHow to let intuition guide you & putting it all into practiceKey takeaway: It's all an inside job...and we have the capacity to change anything.Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanDavid's WebsiteJenn's Vitamin D for US Listeners Jenn's Vitamin D for Global ListenersQuotes:"Happiness is all an inside job...the #1 factor in happiness from all the studies is deep social connections." - David Fugel"Words create worlds." - David Fugel"We have 80,000 thoughts per day, our brain is a very negative organ, out of those 90% are negative and 95% of our thoughts are subconscious." - David Fugel"Our body is our best communicator." - David Fugel

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. What? Fod-who? Ever heard someone say they're following a low or no FODMAP diet? What does that mean? How do you do it? Should you try it? Jenn answers all these questions and more in just a few minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Want a Free Menu Plan from Jenn? https://www.tlsslim.com/bettermylifenow/weight-loss-profile/?Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Happy new year, welcome Stéphanie & intro today's topic (Q&A)Can I be drinking too much water?What should I do about my acid reflux?Why do I need to warm up when I exercise?How important is exercise in a weight loss plan?Do i need a multivitamin? Food vs supplement?Snacking! What are your favorite healthy snacks?Does the body have a set-point? Can it change?What's the deal with hormones, aging and weight gain? Am I doomed?How can I determine the best goals for my weight loss?What are empty calories?What should I use for sweetener in my coffee and yogurt?Can you eat too much fruit?Why am I not losing weight? I'm eating 1200 calories/day and working out.What are your non-negotiables to keep in your house and our of your house?What's the #1 thing you tell your clients that gets them results? What's the #1 thing your clients do that gets them results?Quotes:"Muscle dictates metabolism...if we don't use it, we lose it." - Jenn Trepeck"We cannot outrun our forks." - Jenn Trepeck"We can't supplement our way out of poor nutrition."  - Jenn Trepeck"The only thing that qualifies a food as a snack, versus a meal, is how much we're having." - Jenn Trepeck"When we focus on the process, the outcome is inevitable." - Jenn Trepeck"Instead of calories in, calories out, think quality in, quality out; get up and move more." - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanJenn's Multivitamin for US & Canadian Listeners, for global listeners

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. Wait, what? Are you about to tell me I can eat peanut M&Ms? Of course nothing is off-limits and where peanut M&Ms fit into the plan isn't as simple as yes or no, good or bad. Have no fear, Jenn's giving you all the answers...and in just a few minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Want a Free Menu Plan from Jenn? https://www.tlsslim.com/bettermylifenow/weight-loss-profile/?Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Meet Dr. Anthony BalduzziThe connection between nutrition & neuroscienceThe hierarchy of priorities From venn diagram to a single circleDive deep into the connection between health and everything else in our lives, our valuesUnderstanding "the why," how to find yours & write your mission/vision statementWhat you experience when your why isn't clearEmotional discomfort: guiltPhysical discomfort: pain, sufferingLooking for the magic bullet solutionYour identity scriptGetting out of a rutResultsCommunitySupportHow to stay connected to your intrinsic, fundamental motivationEmphasize the transitional time/state between awake & sleep with visualization & emotional connectionFuture-castingThe change gapFinal thought from Dr. Anthony Balduzzi - the rigidity of all or nothing mentality vs flexibilityLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanDr. Anthony Balduzzi's Fit Father Project & Fit Mother ProjectConnect on Instagram: Fit Father Project & Fit Mother ProjectConnect on Facebook: Fit Father Project & Fit Mother Project Quotes:"When you drift and you feel some suffering and some pain, you're bumping into your why." - Dr. Anthony Balduzzi"The why gives you strength. The right kinds of routines give you strength. A good community, like this podcast and everyone here, gives you strength." - Dr. Anthony Balduzzi"Willpower is when you feel like you have to exert your will force in a direction that's different from what you want to do." - Dr. Anthony Balduzzi"The why needs to be stronger than the change gap." - Dr. Anthony Balduzzi

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. Have you heard someone say they can't eat nightshades? Wondered what that even means? Or maybe you're considering eliminating nightshades from your nutrition and you're wondering how to do it, what to eat instead and what you might notice if you do? No matter your questions, Jenn's got us covered...and in just a few minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Want a Free Menu Plan from Jenn? https://www.tlsslim.com/bettermylifenow/weight-loss-profile/?Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Welcome back WilliamEp 56, Aug 26: A Powerful New Framework for Goals (feat. Gregg Clunis)Ep 42, May 20: Mythbusting: Calories In/Calories OutEp 43, May 27: Portion DistortionEp 50, July 15: It's a Fine Line between Constructive and Destructive (feat. Melainie Rogers)Ep 41,  May 13: It's Not Just for HippiesEp 34, April 1: The Mess of StressEp 37, April 22: Sleep on ItEp 61, Sept 30: How to be a Wellness AllyEp 33, March 25: Self Care & Productivity Realism (feat. Paula Rizzo)Ep 68, Nov 18: Metabolic Health is Overall Health (feat. Dr. Casey Means)Quotes:"Quality in, quality out; get up and move more." - Jenn Trepeck"It's not about eating less per portion. It's about shifting the proportion of food on our plates." - Jenn Trepeck"The ultimate goal is to be the balanced eater which is all about food and body neutrality." - Jenn Trepeck"If I feed this earth, the earth will come back and take care of me." Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. Bagels. Delicious bagels. For some they're a breakfast staple; for others they're a cornerstone of weekend mornings. But in the scheme of our nutrition, where do they fall? Can we eat them every day? We all know they're carbs and from listening to Salad with a Side of Fries we know we might want to pair that bagel with other foods...right? Jenn answers all these questions and more, in just a few minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Want a Free Menu Plan from Jenn? https://www.tlsslim.com/bettermylifenow/weight-loss-profile/?Links:Become a MemberJenn's B-VitaminsConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Meet Chris BurresUnderstanding scientific studies on animals and applying results to humans - rat studiesThe role of the FDADiscovering carbon nanomaterial, a Nobel Prize winning discoveryImplications of this study - a potential cancer preventativeC60 vs ESS60 - toxic vs potentially powerful for healthWhat is carbon nanotechnologyC60 in the bodyWhat people have experiencedHow it worksThe kind of stress that can be productive for the bodyCarbon nanomaterial as a delivery methodHow to take it - Chris' current routine & dosageSupplements and formulations that match the studiesWhy don't more of us know about ESS60?Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Chris & MyVitalC on Instagram, FacebookMyVitalC Website Quotes:"The FDA has decided inflammation is caused by disease. That is categorically false." - Chris Burres"Study showed a 90% life extension in Wistar rats." - Chris Burres"The rate of change we're experiencing will  never be slower than it is today." - Chris Burres

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. We've heard about b-12 because it seems to be a common deficiency. Celebs go for b-12 injections, other people swear biotin is the answer to their hair and nails and still others have heard b-vitamin deficiency may be an issue for vegans and vegetarians. What's the truth? Are these facts or fiction? What about all the other b-vitamins? Jenn answers all these questions and more, in just a few minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Jenn's B-Vitamins: https://bit.ly/jennbcomplexLinks:Become a MemberJenn's B-VitaminsConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Catch up with StephanieWhat is the big "C" (consistency)Jenn's story of accidentally learning this lessonWhy it's so importantHow the body worksTrue health & healthcareJenn's words to the wiseA new mantra for youWhat to be consistent with and how to do itExerciseNutritionHydrationSleepStressAffirmations & gratitudeVitamins & supplementsSelf-check: energy, stress, sleep, self-esteemSupport SystemHow we want to make choicesQuotes:"Our best defense is a great offense...true healthcare is what we do every day, every week, between doctor visits to support our health." - Jenn Trepeck"Just keep going." - Jenn Trepeck"We cannot supplement our way out of poor nutrition." - Jenn Trepeck"The key to consistency is not perfection and all or nothing but living living in the grey area, doing a few things, every day, that support our health." - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberJenn's B-ComplexConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. We all know it's one of the "healthy fats." But what does it actually do? And with so many olive oils on the store shelves, how do we pick one? Jenn answers all these questions and more, in just a few minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Intro to today's topic & meet Kate LymanUnderstanding performance vs fat loss goals - choosing each & timelinesGuidelines: fueling for performanceno calorie deficit, focus on carbs, focus on recoverypre workout - carbs, lean protein, less fatpost workout - lean protein, carbs, less fat, lots of waterEndurance training vs muscle buildingendurance: intra-workout carbsmuscle building: adequate protein, leniency in carb/fat mix, focus on overall caloriesRecoveryadequate protein, not cutting calories on non-workout dayssigns we need to focus on recoveryimportance of sleepTransactional relationship between our nutrition and our exerciseMain takeaway from Kateour body can't give us what we're looking for when working from a state of depletionLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Kate on Instagram, FacebookKate's Website Quotes:"You have to choose. Because the way we address fat loss goals is not the same as the way we address performance goals...You can do it all, but not at the same time." - Kate Lyman"Being at maintenance, learning to maintain your progress, is also a goal." - Kate Lyman"Eating is part of the training." - Kate Lyman

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. We've heard the word many times. It's part of why we eats fruits and veggies...isn't it? But wait, what actually are antioxidants? Why do we need them? How much do we need? Jenn answers all these questions and more; plus she shares her favorite kinds of antioxidants, all in just a few minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Catch up with ChristineFor the season of indulgences, Jenn's offering a 14-day and a 30-day challenge to reset or kickstart your wellness, extra discount before ThanksgivingCovid-19 is a constant learning process, especially at this stageSymptomsUnderstanding the growing listMild vs severe casesImmune response symptomsDeciphering Covid-19 vs pandemic related symptomsTreatments & timing of treatmentsImproved outcomes since March 2020Timing of various treatments we've heard aboutImplications of some treatmentsWhat we know nowmasks & varying degrees of efficacytreatments, precautions, efficacy of deep cleaningImmunity & the immune systemMemory B cells, memory T cells, antibodiesLong-Term Covid/Long Covid/Long-HaulersWhat is it? Symptoms: Ocular, cardio & vascular, pulmonary, respiratory, vocal, hair loss & morePotential causes What to doPsychological impactUpdate from Mike, our guest from Ep 36 who shared his story with us, making it real for everyoneA note on physical recoveryWhat the NIH is doing now & what we can doVaccinesunderstanding the speed, making sense of the trial results Questions to ask: side effects, mutations, production, distributionWhat we can doWash hands, wear masks, support immune healthStimulate/tone the vagus nerve, HRV, Pay attention & track what you noticeBlock time to worry, don't live in fearTake a news holidayAttitude & state of being, being antifragileRe-contextualize emotionsKey takeawaysQuotes:"Weakness is strength in sheep's clothing." - Christine Sotmary"How can we adjust our state of being to support our health?" - Jenn Trepeck"Precaution, yes. Fear, no. Listen to your body and log what you notice. Participate in a study. Remember, you are a survivor." - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. We've been told it's healthy, It often makes us feel good to say we ate it for breakfast. But is it really as "healthy" for us as we were told it is? This week, Jenn breaks down the details of Raisin Bran cereal. Prepare to have your mind blown in mere minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Intro to today's topic & meet Dr. Casey MeansHow Dr. Casey got into medicine and an intro to epigeneticsDefining metabolic health & metabolismSigns/Symptoms that metabolic health is suffering: PCOS, insulin resistance, fatty liver, high blood pressure, heart disease, fatigue, chronic pain, brain fog, Alzheimer's, dementia, acneWhat are we doing/not doing that puts us into a state of metabolic dysfunction?4 main behavioral drivers of glucose: food choices, sleep, exercise, stressConnection between metabolic health & Immune Health & Covid-19, specificallyHow to improve metabolic health (and damage to the pancreas)the 4 key levers plus microbiome/gut health, B-vitamins, zinc, manganese, wearablesPairing tech & health: Dr. Casey's company, Levels Health Recap & closing words from Dr. CaseyLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Dr. Casey Means on Instagram, TwitterLearn more about Levels Health on Instagram, Twitter and the website Quotes:"Health is not just the genetic blueprint; it is the interaction between the blueprint and the exposures you encounter every day." - Dr. Casey Means"We are diagnosed based on the organ system which failed first." - Jenn Trepeck"Immune cells are deactivated by high blood sugar." - Dr. Casey Means"Diabetes, obesity and other metabolic conditions create a baseline pro-inflammatory state in the body." - Dr. Casey Means

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn shares with us a potentially new food for you: amaranth. It's naturally gluten-free and that's just the beginning of why we might want to try it. Have you heard some countries banned it? Not to worry, Jenn clears this up for us and then lets us know when and how to add it to our diet. Yay for new foods and adding variety! Yes, all of this in just a few minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Meet Jenn's friend JulieToday's topic: flexibility, understanding why and where we are rigid, HOW to be more flexible & a note about ThanksgivingFlexibility with our foodConsequences of not being flexibleIntention vs executionWhat flexibility looks likeHow to be flexible with breakfast, pantry staples, variety, grocery shopping & moreJenn's dozen egg analogyFlexibility with our fitnessPros and consHow to be more flexible with activity choice, duration, time of dayJenn & Julie share stories of their own flexibility and realizing their own rigidity at timesFlexibility with eating outRules vs guidelinesSleep & stressStriving for balance, being kind and gentle with ourselvesThanksgiving this yearFlexibility will be critical this yearClinging to the food to make it feel "normal"Jenn's reminder to keep the main thing, the main thingStart a new traditionA Tip of the Week Jenn shares with all her clientssFinal thoughtsFlexibility itself is also an exercise.Quotes:"Lacking flexibility fosters the on/off, good/bad, black/white thinking...when we're flexible, we can make adjustments." - Jenn Trepeck"Ask yourself, what CAN I do?" - Jenn Trepeck"Having routines is helpful. Being able to be flexible is the way to make this for forever." - Jenn Trepeck"Rigidity with our exercise is less about the activity itself and more about what's in our head around it." - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan 

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's explaining that part of a nutrition label that makes zero sense to a lay person, the % DV, which stands for percent daily value. Walking through what it is, what it means for us in our everyday life and how to interpret it when a label shows a value over 100%. All of this in just a few minutes; you're going to want to hear it! If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Jenn's Favorite herbal formula for adrenal, cortisol, thyroid & stress support: https://www.tlsslim.com/product/tls-acts-adrenal-cortisol-thyroid-and-stress-support-formula/?id=3519641&idType=PRODUCT&publisherID=AP2228458&langCode=ENG Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanJenn's Favorite herbal formula for adrenal, cortisol, thyroid & stress support

Outline:Meet Dr. Nirvana, naturopathic doctor & host of Regenerate You podcastWhat is a naturopathic doctor? Why did Dr. Nirvana choose this path?Understanding the thyroid, structure & function Thyroid conditions: hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto Disease, Graves Disease, nodules and goiters Typical symptoms of thyroid challenges (weight gain/loss, losing hair, depression, sleep challenges, fatigue, constipation)How to decipher between a true thyroid issue and being metabolically challenged?Extra labs to request from your doctor: TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Thyroid Globulin Antibodies, Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies, Iron, Vitamin DThe connection between low thyroid function and cognitive decline plus mood & feelings of satietyLifestyle choices that increase propensity for thyroid issuesLifestyle choices to support thyroid health & proper functionHerbs & nutrition  for thyroid support: ashwagandha, rhodiola, selenium, kelp, green tea, matcha, dark greens, eleutherococcus, vitamin C, vitamin D, magnesium & other adaptogenic herbsWhen to choose nutraceutical and pharmaceutical interventionsAs a patient, when do want to enroll a naturopath in our healthcare team? How to find & choose a naturopathic doctor?The goal: to get to a place of understanding our bodies' signalsLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramJenn's Favorite Herbal formula for Adrenal Thyroid & Stress SupportTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Dr. Nirvana on Instagram, Facebook & her websiteDr. Nirvana's Podcast: Regenerate YouQuotes:"The thyroid is connected to the throat chakra, the color blue... people who hold back their thoughts/feelings tend to have a lot of thyroid imbalances...your mouth has to express things so your ears can hear them for the healing to start." - Dr. Nirvana "Food is our nutrition...food is our medicine and not meant to be feared." - Dr. Nirvana"If your body has a symptom, it's just trying to speak to you." - Dr. Nirvana

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Gummy Vitamins! Remember the Flintstones chewable vitamins? Those evolved into gummy vitamins. Do you take a gummy vitamin? Do your friends? Kids? Are they a better option for us? Especially, if that's the only one you'll actually take? In just a few minutes Jenn answers these questions and more. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Jenn's Favorite Multivitamin: (USA) http://bit.ly/jennmulti (Global) http://bit.ly/jennmultiglobalBecome A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanJenn's Favorite Multivitamin: US Listeners, Global Listeners

Outline:It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month & today's topic: what happens between the time of finding a lump and getting a diagnosisMeet Mona & Elsa who are joining Jenn for today's conversationAddressing Halloween - for Jenn's Halloween tricks & treats, head to social media & podcast FB page/groupJenn's story of finding a lump in her breastElsa's story of find a lump in her breastShifting from being a caregiver to needing to an advocateMona's experience working for a world-renowned pathologist & her role as an advocate for friends (including Jenn & Elsa)The Friend Advocate: pragmatic, helps with phone calls, can sit with you, keeps you goingThe people who need to know right after a diagnosis & to-do's from Elsa's doctorKey Takeaway: you need someone logical. this is your first phone call. It's hard to do, but ask for helpHow Mona helped JennElsa leaving her initial doctor appointment, how she handled it with her daughter who was at the doctor with her, the next radiology appointment, second opinion and treatment planKey Takeaway: importance of a mindfulness practiceStep 1: mammogram & ultrasound; step 2: biopsyKey Takeaway: feel on the firstWhat we need to be taught & what we need to be talking about: stats, causes, self-care, self-checks, removing toxinsCombining Eastern Medicine & Western Medicine (Elsa's treatment)Importance of belief, not letting fear lead & Elsa's "F-it bucket"Genetic testingNon Profits to know: Bright Pink, You Can ThriveFinal thoughts from Mona, Elsa & Jennif you didn't have that pragmatic person, now you do. It's Jenn.Quotes:"Find a time each day to quiet your mind, which helps quiet your body; it's part of the healing process." - Mona Weisberg"Feel on the first." - Elsa Pine"Stats used to say 1 in 8 women will get breast cancer...quickly approaching 1 in 7. Genetics cause only 5% of cases." - Elsa Pine"Western Medicine is not preventative healthcare; it is early detection, at best." - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanBright Pink, You Can ThriveJenn's Favorite Multivitamin: US Listeners, Global Listeners 

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Carrots! Have you heard they are packed with sugar and you want to stay away from them? I bet you've also heard they are good for your eyes. So how do we balance these facts? Do we eat carrots or avoid them? In just a few minutes Jenn answers these questions and more. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Meet Tanja Shaw, learn her background in the wellness industryThe mindset of wellnessThe thoughts/ideas/beliefs that have the greatest impact on our wellnessSurface beliefs vs core beliefs (worthiness)The role of personal responsibilityAll in vs all or nothingDefining body love and body acceptanceStart with actions: breathing, self careIt's a practice, different each dayMaking the choiceGratitudeUnderstanding the continuumHow to foster body love and body acceptanceActionsClean up your environment (including social media)Look for beauty in others2 questions to ask yourself each morning.Start by noticing: thte feeling the habit, the behaviorTrust yourselfRed Flags/Signs of lacking body acceptance, not loving your bodyIndications we're moving toward acceptance and love (the layering process)A word of encouragementLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Tanja on Instagram, Facebook & her websiteTanja's Podcast: Fit + Vibrant YouQuotes:"We will never out-perform our own expectations of ourselves." - Tanja Shaw"Shift your mindset to all-in vs all or nothing." - Tanja Shaw"Love is an action, not just a feeling." - Tanja Shaw"Accepting your body does not mean complacency...when you love something, you also take care of it." - Tanja Shaw

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Coffee! At your request, Jenn walks us through the pros and cons of coffee. Everything from the science and research to practical life tips for enjoying the benefits while dampening the downsides, Jenn covers it all...in just a few minutes. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Welcome back Lauren. Jenn & Lauren catch up for a minuteIntro todays topic: Boredom (why we're all bored with our food, our exercise, etc.)The depression of disconnection is setting in after 7-ish months of quarantine, another reason today's conversation is important for overall health & wellnessBored of eating the same foods?Go seasonal, shop the farmers' marketFocus on everything you DO eatStrategically review your food listBuy (and eat) one new food each weekChange up the spices/seasonings/sauces & 4 ways to do chicken saladChange up your cooking methodsEating out of boredom?Do it anyway and eat nutritious foods when you doTry something that's not food related: adult coloring book, crosswords, read a book, listen to a book/podcast/music, call a friendJenn's post-it trick to help us actually do these thingsBored with exercise?Go for a new activity: swim, ride a bike, walk a different routeCheck-in with cardio, strength & flexibility; add what's missingUse what you have or buy a new piece of equipmentFind new instruction/instructors/methods (IG, google, youtube)Find a buddy (accountability, share ideas, do it together)Bored with TV? A plan to share our favorites d to focus on their healthDo 1 new thing this week. THAT IS A TRIUMPH. See how that feels and what might happen nextQuotes:"At the beginning of the pandemic, we created a new routine to find calm in the storm...now, 7 months later, we're bored." - Jenn Trepeck"By changing it up and supporting our physical health, it can also support our mental health." - Jenn Trepeck"Simply do 1 new thing. It's a TRIUMPH! See how that makes you feel and if you want, build on it. Let that 1 new thing be a victory." - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanSeasonal Food Guide Half Baked HarvestAMP Fitness  

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Cucumbers! Okay, Okay, so this one isn't so controversial. BUT, why exactly are cucumbers so good for us? Did you know they can be helpful in preventing a hangover? There's interesting new studies about cucumbers' impact on diabetes and cancer too. Plus, Jenn shares a handful of other cucumber fun facts...need to erase pen? In just a few minutes Jenn fills us in on all things cucumbers. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Introduction of today's topic (toxins) and meet featured guest, Tim James Tim's Story & critical learnings from Hippocrates Health InstituteTim's Core 4 SecretsDrink 1/2 your body weight in purified waterChew your food 'til liquified Avoid liquids with mealsBreathe exercises before eatingTop things most people are doing wrong when it comes to wellnessnot putting self first, sugar, watching the news, social media, chemicals & toxinsWhere are toxins coming from?soaps/shampoos, toothpaste, paint off-gassing, flame retardants on TVs & clothes, plastics, our food, our water, bedding, makeup, hair dye, etc.Body burden - what is it & what to do (hydration, detox, exercise)Tools to help: water purification, grounding mats, understanding free & clear/products that claim to be toxin-freeToxins/chemicals in supplements Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Tim on Instagram, Facebook & his website Tim's Podcast: Health Hero ShowQuotes:"Our genetic environment is how you think, what you drink, what you breathe, what you eat and anything that comes into contact with your skin and it's more important than the genetics themselves." - Tim James"Western medicine was born from war." - Tim James"Life gets better when we get cleaner and closer to nature." - Tim James

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Seltzer! Ever feel like you just can't drink another sip of water? Do you opt for seltzer at that moment? Perhaps you opt for seltzer instead of cola. The next question is often, is this good for me? Can I just drink seltzer all the time instead of water? Does it matter if it's flavored? In just a few minutes Jenn reveals the truth about seltzer and gives you the verdict of whether we want to drink up or pass on those bubbles! If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Welcome Sarah & Sarah's experience working with JennHow Sarah's balancing going back to work with her health goalsTalking about our health/weight loss goals: Jenn didn't share with roommates in college, Sarah did share with her current roommateDoing this alone is hard & a study about having support on this journey Talking to the wellness ally:Has anyone share their health goals with you? Initial responses matter.It can be confronting for the allyLet the person on the health path drive the conversationGrace & compassion - in meals, social plans, etc.Make plans that don't have food as the focus, experiences and activities instead or in addition Choose restaurants with healthful optionsFor dessert...offer once.Compliments & how to notice resultsAvoid being the subtle saboteurBe indifferent to the detailsWhen we feel others around us need to focus on their healthHow to be silently supportiveLet your example be the invitationBe balanced, your extreme doesn't compensate for their decisionsWhen you're on the wellness journeyEnlist the support of a coachFind wellness and activity friendsChoose carefully who you share this with and tell them what to do to support youA final note to the ally, what kind of friend do you want to be?Quotes:"Compliment the energy...or the clothes...instead of the weight loss." - Jenn Trepeck"Be indifferent to the details and supportive of the effort, energy and commitment." - Jenn Trepeck"Let your example be the invitation." - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about cereal! What's your favorite breakfast? Did you grow up eating cereal? Is it still your morning go-to? In just a few minutes Jenn gives us the run-down! Should we eat or avoid cereal? Are some better than others? What about oatmeal...that's healthy right?! Listen to find out. And if you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Meet Mike Beecher, DPT, PT, OCS, SCSMike's Story from athlete to doctorate of physical therapyThe impact of Covid/quarantine on a very hands-on modality/practiceUnderstanding physical therapy in the greater context of overall healthPhysical therapy vs chiropractic careSigns & symptoms indicating the need for physical therapyWorking from home: proper, ergonomic set-upSet-up for kids & schedulesWhat we can do to mitigate the impacts of sitting, resistance bandsHow to properly use a foam rollerTheragun: what is it & pros/consWhen it's time to seek the help of a professional, choosing a physical therapist, understanding costsLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Mike & Performance PT on Instagram, Facebook & their website Mike & Todd's Optimal Health Uncovered PodcastErgonomic Work Station Guide & Foam Rolling VideoQuotes:"'Sitting is the new smoking'...If you have to sit, sit better." - Mike Beecher"Pay attention to the feel-factor." - Mike Beecher"The value of a good practitioner is worth their weight in gold of what it's going to save you long term." - Mike Beecher

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about nuts! They have a reputation. People are often concerned they're eating too many, causing weight gain. We also hear they're the healthy fat. So which is it? Does it matter which nuts we eat? How much is a serving-size, anyway? And what about my peanut butter?! Jenn answers all these questions and more in just a few minutes! If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Welcome back, StephanieWhat do we mean by "the morning after" and why we're talking about it nowWhat sends us "off track"The self-talk that typically follows these occasions Jenn's favorite analogy for thinking about the "off" meals/days & what follows (a dozen eggs)The actions to take the next day/right afteractivity, but not a punishment workoutfood, avoid the sling-shot to the other extreme and avoid the punishment detoxFocus on waterTiming of the reset, the next healthful choiceWriting it down to let it go & the zen story that teaches us a big lessonHow to implement the strategies offeredWhat to do with leftoversThe food part, beyond breakfast, what Stephanie doesReal life stories & applications beyond birthdays and holidaysQuotes:"We often say to ourselves, 'ugh, I screwed it up. I failed. I'm a failure. I can't do this.' You didn't. You're not. You can." - Jenn Trepeck"To follow a plan that doesn't allow for [indulgences] is a plan that sets us up for failure." - Jenn Trepeck"You haven't failed. The diets you've tried in the past have failed you." - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Ingredients! Do you look at the labels on packaged foods? When you do, do you read the ingredients? Sometimes it's like alphabet soup trying to decipher what's actually in these delicious treats! What are the buzz words to look for? Which do we want and which do we avoid? Jenn answers all these questions and more in mere minutes! If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Meet Jessica Procini, emotional eating expertIdentifying the emotional eater, the picture in our heads vs realityFood addiction & emotional eating vs other addictionsUnderstanding this in the context of fundamental human needs, physical & emotionalHow do we talk about and address emotional eatingDefining "satiation," physical & emotionalThe 4 roots of emotional eating: fear, hyper-vigilance, self-abnegation & self-loathingWhat to do next, after identifying the rootThe underlying emotions of the 4 roots: loe, safety, sense of belonging/connection & happiness How to properly enroll supporters (or not!) to help us through the processKey takeawaysEmotional eating stealing our energy & what happens when we get that backLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Jessica on Instagram, Facebook & her website Quotes:"I was using food to numb myself. I didn't want to be numb anymore...and I didn't want to think about food all the time." - Jessica Procini"Now food is a nourishing asset." - Jessica Procini"Emotional eating only makes turbulent times more turbulent." - Jenn Trepeck

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Holidays! This weekend in the USA is Labor Day. A long weekend for most and it's pretty typical to celebrate a holiday with food. How can we celebrate while maintaining our healthful life? Jenn answers all your questions and offers a multitude of options for conquering this holiday and any/every other! If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Meet Abigail, another friend of Jenn's from working outAbigail catches us up on the F-Factor Diet, the drama and recent exposé, client complaints, etc.Why Jenn feels so strongly about discussing this "diet"It uses some of the same phrases as Jenn and the program Jenn leadsThe execution/recommendations after the sound science encourage disordered eating/eating disorders (while likely not intentional)One major issue with the F-Factor plan A troubling quote from the F-Factor BookRed flags Jenn identified when reviewing the F-Factor Book (just a few)Restaurant Recommendations, not sound nutritional guidanceImplied focus on caloriesExclusion of trans fatsThe cloak of "proprietery information" and "proprietery blend" of productsThe behavioral/emotional component Key takeaway for all of usUnderstanding a Certificate of AnalysisQuotes:"You haven't failed. The diets you've tried in the past have failed you." - Jenn Trepeck"Another example of good, sound science with distorted execution and inappropriate recommendations." - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Bananas! Ever heard someone say they can't eat bananas because they're trying to lose weight? Or hear that bananas are a fruit you want to avoid? Is it really true? In just a few minutes Jenn reveals the truth about bananas and gives you the verdict of whether we want to eat 'em or steer clear! If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Meet Gregg ClunisGregg's "aha" moment from Jenn's appearance on his podcast Gregg's story, his life of learning growth and progress, the inspiration behind Tiny Leaps Big ChangesGrowth Mindset vs Fixed Mindset. How Gregg defines personal development.The problem with SMART goalsThe alternative, Gregg's LEAP frameworkLong-term lifestyle changeEmpathyActionableProcess-drivenFailure & the power of identityTools to help usThe piece that comes before actionLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanListen to Tiny Leaps Big Changes, Connect with Gregg, Check Out Gregg's Course: Consistency Code Quotes:"Assessing the gap between where you are and where you want to be." - Gregg Clunis"You already have it all inside you." - Gregg Clunis"You are always in progress." - Gregg Clunis

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Muscle! You've heard it...Muscle weighs more than fat. But does it? Why is muscle so important and what do we have to do to build it properly? In just a few minutes Jenn answers all these questions and more! If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:George shares his progress since he last joined Jenn on the show, now that he's at the end of Jenn's 12-week group programAn invite from Jenn to YOU to chat about your personal storyWhat's happening chemically in the body when we feel like we can't stop eating?What does it mean when this feeling comes after dinner/at night?The antidote: proper fuel, smaller plate, the 3-bite tule, brush your teeth, hunger ratings, track sleep, track waterFor emotional eating, the question to ask yourself and what to do with that answer - the key is a post-it noteRecommended way to get started with all of the ideas and suggestions offeredHow to tell "what I'm hungry for."Quotes:"We are a country of people who are overfed and under nourished." - Jenn Trepeck"Ask yourself: Where am I not being fed?" - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Macros! Have you heard people saying they're not following a "diet" but, instead, counting their macros? Ever wonder what they mean? Or maybe this is your approach but you're not 100% sure you're hitting all the marks? In just a few minutes Jenn walks us through macros, what we need to know, what to look for and how to do this healthfully. If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Meet Farah M. GreenFarah's experience of how learning her body type impacted her journey Body TypesEctomoprhEndomorphMesomorphUnderstanding the science, genetics and lifestyle Nutrition & fitness for each body type Body positivityWhat is it? How do we foster it?Loving you body vs being in love with your body Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Thick, Bold & Health on IG, Farah on IG, Farah's websiteQuotes:"I'm watching my family's health go down the drain. We are not supposed to live this way." - Farah M. Green"By  understanding my body type, I became less insecure, more confident" - Farah M. Green"My body image has nothing to do with my size and everything to do with how I eat." - Farah M. Green

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about BLTs! Do you know what these are? Hint: It's not a bacon, lettuce, tomato sandwich. THere's another hing: they could be what's standing between you and progress toward your goal. In just a few minutes Jenn explains what BLTs are and what to do next! If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Celebration & a moment of thank youMeet Traci DeForge who is here to interview JennHow & why Salad with a Side of Fries came to beJenn's story of finding her life pathThe wackiest diets ever attemptedBody image, body dysmorphia and what to do about it Jenn answers the off-topic questions she asks each expert who visits the podQuotes:"I don't really care about the calories and I think you need to either." - Jenn Trepeck"It's more about our health, than the size of our bodies. There are "plus size" people who are healthier than those who look like "the goal;" that's the skinny fat idea." - Jenn Trepeck"The more I learn, the more I am blown away by the human body." - Jenn TrepeckLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about the PLOMs! Ever heard of it? You know...those moments when it's SO frustrating to have to think about all this stuff...when it feels like life would just be easier if you ate the dessert with everyone else. You just might have a case of the PLOMs. In just a few minutes Jenn fills you in on what they are and what to do about them! If you like what you're hearing, be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Become A Member: https://glow.fm/saladwithasideoffries/Links:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu Plan

Outline:Meet Wade LightheartThe Biological Optimization TriangleAestheticsPerformanceHealthWhat we're all doing that we don't realize is messing up our gutSigns of gut health disruption5 Stages of DigestionUnderstanding pre-biotics, pro-biotics, digestive enzymes & gut floraSupplementationFood choices Key takeawaysLinks:Become a MemberConnect with us! FB Page & Private FB Group & Jenn's InstagramTake the free Weight Loss Profile, Jenn will send you a Menu PlanConnect with Wade Lightheart, BiOptimizers & the Awesome Health PodcastQuotes:"'You've learned how to build the body from the outside in. We're going to show you how to do this from the inside out.'" - Wade Lightheart"You cannot supplement your way out of a bad diet." - Wade Lightheart "The road to health is paved with good intestines." - Jenn Trepeck