
Wellness Wake Up Call
Nutrition and wellness educator Kristin Bogdonas of University of Illinois Extension provides timely news, information, ideas to promote healthy living in the Quad Cities and beyond.Wellness Wake Up Call is produced by WVIK in partnership with University of Illinois Extension..
Kristin Bogdonas · WVIK, Quad Cities NPR
Show overview
Wellness Wake Up Call has been publishing since 2019, and across the 7 years since has built a catalogue of 131 episodes. That works out to roughly 7 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence.
Episodes typically run under ten minutes — most land between 2 min and 5 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Health & Fitness show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 weeks ago, with 19 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 51 episodes published. Published by WVIK, Quad Cities NPR.
From the publisher
Nutrition and wellness educator Kristin Bogdonas of University of Illinois Extension provides timely news, information, ideas to promote healthy living in the Quad Cities and beyond.Wellness Wake Up Call is produced by WVIK in partnership with University of Illinois Extension.
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Ep 125Good health starts in the gut
This week, listeners will learn what the gut microbiome is and why it plays such a powerful role in digestion, immunity, and even mood. Expect simple, practical tips for supporting gut health through balanced eating, hydration, plant diversity, and stress management. Tune in each week in April to explore easy, practical tips for keeping your gut healthy.

Ep 124National Nutrition Month: Building Healthy Habits, One Step at a Time
As we wrap up National Nutrition Month, listeners can expect practical, realistic strategies for turning healthy intentions into everyday habits. This week focuses on simple meal prep ideas, smarter swaps for sweet cravings, and easy ways to limit ultra-processed foods, helping build sustainable changes one small step at a time.

Ep 123National Nutrition Month: 7 tips to stay nourished on any budget
This week, learn how to stretch your food dollars while still putting nutritious meals on the table. Listeners can expect simple, realistic tips for planning ahead, shopping smart, and cooking in ways that save money without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

Ep 122National Nutrition Month: Find Nutrition Advice Backed by Science
This week, discover how to cut through nutrition myths and find advice you can trust. Learn where to look for credible, science-backed information and how working with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist can help turn research into realistic, personalized steps toward your health goals.

Ep 121National Nutrition Month: Power Your Day with Good Nutrition
Celebrate National Nutrition Month with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and discover how small, balanced choices can make a big impact on your health. This week’s focus, “Power Your Day with Nutrition,” highlights simple, practical tips like eating from all five food groups, enjoying a colorful variety of foods, and building sustainable habits that fuel your body for the long run.

Ep 120The fuel to fight cancer
Cancer treatments can bring challenging side effects like fatigue, nausea, changes in taste, and loss of appetite. Eating may feel difficult, but nourishing your body helps maintain strength, supports healing, and improves energy.

Ep 119The power of physical activity in cancer prevention
In 2025, more than two million new cases of cancer were diagnosed in the U.S. We all know movement matters, but understanding why helps us realize the importance of physical activity.

Ep 117Which cancer screenings are right for you?
Did you know that roughly one in three people will get cancer at some point in their lifetime? Cancer rates are rising, which makes regular screenings more important than ever. Find out which ones are right for you!

Ep 118Lifestyle factors impacting cancer risk
Cancer is a complex disease with many potential causes and remains the second most common cause of death in the United States. Assessing your lifestyle and behaviors can help you take steps to lower your risk of cancer in the future.

Ep 116Improve your circulation with these 3 tips
Blood is the body’s lifeline, carrying oxygen and nutrients to every organ. In winter, circulation can slow, but there are things you can do to improve your circulation despite the cold temperatures.

Ep 115Understanding the components of blood and why they matter
Did you know blood has 4 main components, each having its own specific role in the body? Testing can help screen for a wide range of health problems.

Ep 114Blood donations: factors affecting eligibility
January is National Blood Donor Month, a time to recognize the lifesaving impact of donors and encourage more people to give blood. However, before rolling up a sleeve, it’s essential to understand the factors that affect blood donor eligibility.

Ep 113Give the gift of life and donate blood
As we ring in the New Year, we also celebrate National Blood Donor Month. During the winter months, supplies often run low. So, consider rolling up your sleeve this January to give the gift of life.

Ep 112Cultivating a new year mindset
Too often, we rush into resolutions without taking time to reflect. However, reflection provides clarity, and clarity fuels growth. This episode offers an activity to help you create a new year mindset.