Eat, Drink, Live Longer
118 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 200 ratingsIf you’re hungry for the latest science and the freshest advice on how to age backwards gracefully and feel your best from the inside out, then you’ve come to the right place. Welcome to EAT, DRINK, LIVE LONGER, where every episode unlocks the secrets to the Fountain of Youth, one delicious bite and sip at a time. Join registered dietitian, cookbook author, and veteran podcaster, Liz Weiss, on your journey to living a longer, more vibrant life.
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118: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Anti-Inflammatory Diet with Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN
May 12, 2022 16:00 - 45 minutes - 42.8 MBWelcome, Fellow Health Warriors! Today’s show is packed with valuable information about inflammation. Our focus is on chronic inflammation, how it impacts our health, and how to prevent and reverse it through diet. You’ll learn what chronic inflammation is and why it plays a major role in many diseases. Join us to learn about the anti-inflammatory diet and how you can follow it to better health! Ginger Hultin is a nationally-recognized registered dietitian and health writer. She owns the Seat...
117: Longevity Kitchen: Kale Edition with Liz Weiss
April 20, 2022 20:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBWelcome, Health Warriors! Today’s episode is dedicated to one of my favorite anti-aging ingredients: kale. Not to be forgotten are some other leafy greens that are good for us, like collards and bok choy. We will talk about the health benefits of kale, the different varieties available at the supermarket, all about kale chips, and a new recipe for Kale and Pine Nut Pesto that I created specifically for this show. Kale has been the “veggie of the moment” for a while now, and it’s super nutriti...
116: The Impact of Alcohol on Health, and How to Calculate a Standard Drink, with Kathleen Zelman, MS, RDN
March 22, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 35 MBHave you ever wondered how much impact beer, wine, and spirits have on your health and longevity? The US Dietary Guidelines recommend limiting the number of alcoholic beverages we consume, but that can be pretty confusing. How do we even know how much alcohol is considered moderate and how much is too much? Or if we’re offered a cocktail at a party, how do we know how much alcohol is in it? My friend, and fellow dietician, Kathleen Zelman is joining us today to answer all those questions and...
115: Longevity Kitchen: Dark Chocolate Edition with Liz Weiss, MS, RDN
March 09, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 27.9 MBIn today’s Longevity Kitchen episode, we are highlighting one of my very favorite foods in the whole world: dark chocolate. Chocolate is universally adored and appreciated by people everywhere as the world’s favorite sweet treat. Beyond the fact that it’s delicious and versatile, dark chocolate has specific and proven health benefits. Don’t feel guilty; grab a piece of dark chocolate and savor the flavor. Chocolate comes from cacao, which is found in the seeds of football-shaped pods that gr...
114: Recipes, Tips, & Strategies to Turn Burnout Into Balance with Patricia Bannan, MS, RDN
February 16, 2022 15:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBDo you find yourself running in a million different directions all day long? Burnout is a reality for many people, especially busy women. It is terrible for our health and takes a huge toll on the quality of our lives. If you want to live a long and vibrant life, join me to learn more about the fight against burnout! Patricia Bannan is the author of the new cookbook, From Burnout to Balance: 60+ Healing Recipes and Simple Strategies to Boost Mood, Immunity, Focus, and Sleep. Patricia joins...
113: Longevity Kitchen: Chickpea Edition with Liz Weiss, MS, RDN
February 02, 2022 19:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBThis Longevity Kitchen episode is dedicated to one of my favorite anti-aging ingredients: chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans. I love them so much, and they are always a go-to staple in my pantry. Join me to learn more about this superfood! Whether canned or dried, chickpeas are versatile, convenient, inexpensive, and incredibly nutritious. You can roast them, smash them, add them to soups and salads, and even add them to energy balls and desserts like cookies, blondies, and seven-layer b...
112: What is Pre-Diabetes and How to Manage and Reverse It with Lauren Harris-Pincus, MS, RDN
January 19, 2022 14:19 - 46 minutes - 43.6 MBDo you or a family member or friend have pre-diabetes? Pre-diabetes is a condition that can lead to type 2 diabetes. It impacts 88 million Americans (that's one in three!) and can zap years from your life and vibrant health from those years. On today’s show, my guest is Lauren Harris-Pincus, MS, RDN, author of The Everything Easy Pre-Diabetes Cookbook. Together, we'll explain how to manage pre-diabetes through diet and lifestyle and in some cases, even reverse it. Lauren Harris-Pincus is t...
111: Introducing Eat, Drink, Live Longer with Liz Weiss, MS, RDN
January 05, 2022 12:36 - 12 minutes - 17.8 MBWelcome to my new podcast! This show is all about living a longer and better life, feeling vibrant and energized, and radiating good health from the inside out. On each episode, I'll be sharing simple changes to the ways we eat and drink that can add years to our lives and better health to those years. I look forward to being your tour guide on this delicious journey! Show Highlights: A little history of my podcasts: In 2008, I launched Cooking with the Moms, a podcast focused on family ...
110: Feeding Picky Eaters with Sally Sampson
December 21, 2021 21:56 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MBWhy are kids picky? Is it possible to turn finicky eaters into adventurous eaters? You'll be surprised, the answer is YES! Listen in to lots of veggie talk today, because I'm going to be talking about picky eating and I'm going to be sharing two recipes from Chop Chop. One of them is for a delicious, Raw Brussels Sprout Salad and the other is for a Carrot Salad, with mint, honey, lime juice and peanuts (only if you like them). Sally Sampson will be joining me on the show, today. She is the...
109: Winter Squash 101
December 01, 2021 16:09 - 31 minutes - 44.1 MBThey come in a wild variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, and winter squash are everywhere this time of year. In addition to their vibrant beauty, winter squash are versatile and nutritious. The stars of today’s show are some of my favorite winter squash varieties--butternut, acorn, delicata, kabocha, Honeynut, spaghetti--and together with my two guests, we'll be sharing interesting ways to prepare winter squash that even your pickiest eaters will love. It's time for some winter squash wisdo...
108: Health-ify the Holidays with Mona Dolgov
November 03, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes - 41.5 MBOn this week’s show, back by popular demand, is my guest from Show 88, Mona Dolgov. You’ll be inspired for the upcoming holidays with great ideas from Mona. Join us to learn more! Mona Dolgov is a nutritionist, cookbook author, and publisher with a lifelong passion for creating kitchen comfort and simple, healthy habits through her delicious recipes. Her new cookbook, Satisfy, is about to hit bookstores and your favorite online retailers, including Amazon, and she’s here today to help us “...
107: Hello Leftovers: Turn Tonight’s Dinner Into Tomorrow’s Feast with Cassy Joy Garcia
October 20, 2021 14:35 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MBLeftover meals get a glamorous makeover in today’s show. With super practical planning tips and creativity, my guest has the scoop on elevating your leftover game from boring to spectacular. Join us to learn more about a new way to meal-prep fantastic meals with her new cookbook, Cook Once Dinner Fix. Cassie Joy Garcia is a busy mom, meal planner, prepper extraordinaire, and healthy recipe guru. She joins me for new ways of turning tonight’s dinner into tomorrow’s feast. Whether you’re co...
106: Kids, Cooking, and Sustainability with Jenny Chandler
October 06, 2021 18:40 - 48 minutes - 67.5 MBMany parents fight a losing battle to get more fruits and vegetables into their kids’ diets, but there are simple ways to give kids more empowerment and control. Teaching them to enjoy cooking and eat more sustainably gives them more flexibility and a chance to explore. Join us as we dive into practical ways to get your kids involved in preparing and enjoying healthier meals. Jenny Chandler is a cooking instructor and cookbook author who lives in Bristol, England. Her latest cookbook, Gr...
105: A Year of Fruits and Vegetables with Andrea Mathis, MA, RDN
September 15, 2021 21:50 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBSeptember is National Fruit and Veggies Month, and if that wasn't enough, the UN General Assembly designated 2021 as the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables. There’s no excuse not to elevate your fruit and veggie game! Who's with me? On today’s show, we’re talking about fresh new ways to add more fresh, frozen, canned, and dried fruits and veggies to your family’s table every season and all year long. My guest is Andrea Mathis, MS, RDN from Beautiful Eats and Things, and together, ...
104: Olive Oil: What Every Home Cook Should Know with David Garci-Aguirre
September 01, 2021 20:48 - 47 minutes - 44.1 MBOn today’s show, I'm joined by olive oil expert extraordinaire, David Garcia-Aguirre from Corto Olive Company with a primer on extra virgin olive oil, which he says is "the ingredient that farm-to-table forgot." Discover how olives are grown, harvested and pressed, how to choose the freshest EVOO at the market, how to cook with it, and get recipes galore ... and hear why David wants us all to think of EVOO as the "fresh-pressed juice of olives." David Garci-Aguirre is the Vice President of...
103: How to Raise a Healthy Eater
August 18, 2021 12:20 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBOn today’s show, we’ll be talking about how to raise a healthy eater, one nourishing bite and sip at a time. This episode is sponsored by Fresh Avocados – Love One Today®, a leading source of the healthiest reasons and tastiest ways to enjoy fresh avocados. A science-based resource, it provides recipes and articles to help make it easy for consumers and health professionals to learn more about the nutritional benefits of fresh avocados and ways to include them in everyday menus. As a mom...
102: Michelle Dudash, RDN: Low-Carb Mediterranean
July 29, 2021 19:19 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBThe Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest diets on the planet. It’s rich in fruits and vegetables, olive oil, seafood, nuts, and beans, and it makes good nutrition a pleasure to eat. But what about bread and pasta? Are they AOK to eat as well? Join me on today’s show with guest, Michelle Dudash, RDN as we tackle questions about carbs, kids, and how to enjoy a Mediterranean-style diet with the carbs you love … but fewer of them. Michelle Dudash is an award-winning registered dietitian...
101: African American Cooking with Sadé Meeks, MS, RD
July 14, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 45 MBOn today’s show, I'm joined by Sadé Meeks, MS, RD to discuss the evolution of African American cuisine in the U.S.; the foods that define this creative cuisine; the vegetables and staple crops that have been an integral part of the African American table (hint: okra, sweet potatoes, kale, and corn.); how nutrition professionals can honor the traditional foodways of African Americans while emphasizing nutrition; and how African American cuisine continues to evolve. My guest is Sadé Meeks, M...
100: Healthy Aging from Your Head to Your Toes with Liz Weiss, MS, RDN and Love One Today
June 30, 2021 11:39 - 25 minutes - 24 MBFor today’s 100th episode of Liz’s Healthy Table, I chose a topic that’s near and dear to my heart: Healthy Aging: From Your Head to Your Toes. The Fountain of Youth does not exist, but as you’ll learn on this week’s show, by placing certain foods at the center of our tables and living an active and vibrant life, we can help to set ourselves up for aging gracefully with a spring in our step and a twinkle in our eye. Today’s episode is sponsored by Fresh Avocados – Love One Today®, a leadin...
99: The Blue Zones with Nick Buettner
June 16, 2021 10:30 - 44 minutes - 41.5 MBIn today’s show, we’re exploring the blue zones, rare longevity hotspots worldwide where people are thriving into their 100s. Where are these hot spots, and who are these people who have discovered the secrets to living longer, better lives? Nick Buettner is an explorer, National Geographic Fellow, award-winning journalist and producer, and NYT bestselling author. He has spent the past 20 years leading expeditions across six continents around the world, with three of these trips being to t...
98: Ekua Walker, NP: Raising Resilient Kids and Nurturing Families During the Pandemic and Beyond
June 03, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBOn this week’s show, we’re talking about raising resilient kids and nurturing families during the pandemic and beyond. We can accomplish this with help from good nutrition, healthy eating habits, regular mealtime routines, and help from today’s guest. Ekua Walker is a pediatric child development nurse and CEO (chief encouragement officer) who lives and practices in the San Francisco Bay area. Ekua works with families of young children and teens with a range of challenges, including ADHD, ...
97: Eat Like a Flexitarian...With a Side of Joy with DJ Blatner, RDN
May 19, 2021 14:47 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBOn this week’s show, we are adding flexibility and joy to the meals you feed yourself and your family. Join us to learn how to balance your plate with foods that still allow fun and freedom instead of leaving you burdened and oppressed by dietary restrictions. Dawn Jackson (DJ) Blatner is a fellow registered dietitian and author of The Flexitarian Diet: 100 Quick and Delicious Recipes and The Superfood Swap: The 4-Week Program to Eat What You Crave Without the C.R.A.P. DJ is a certified s...
96: COVID-19, Food Safety, and Your Questions Answered with Ben Chapman, PhD
May 05, 2021 14:56 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBWe’ve been living with the pandemic for over a year. How in the world have we survived? There has been much confusion about doing simple things like going to the grocery store and eating out. My guest, Dr. Ben Chapman, is here with the latest on food safety and COVID. He’s answering our most pressing questions about the virus and teaching us the basics that we need to know. I hope today’s show will help you feel more comfortable and better prepared for that next grocery shopping trip or an e...
95: Cuban Cooking: YUM! with Lourdes Castro, MS, RDN
April 21, 2021 20:44 - 55 minutes - 51.5 MBCOVID may be restricting our travel, but you can join me today on a food adventure to Cuba, a beautiful and exciting place that I’ve always wanted to visit. We are talking about all things Cuban cooking, so join us to learn more! Lourdes Castro is a fellow dietitian and cookbook author, and the co-author of a brand new cookbook, Cuba Cooks. She shares insights to traditional Cuban cuisine and what you might find if you travel across this island in the Caribbean. We’ll discuss delicious rec...
94: Living a Vibrant Life with Amanda Haas
April 07, 2021 16:35 - 51 minutes - 47.9 MBWhat is the secret to eating well, feeling great, and staying vibrant through midlife and beyond? Don’t we all want to know? Join us for kitchen inspiration to boost your wellness! Amanda Haas is a bestselling cookbook author, instructor, and mom to two teenage sons. She’s the voice behind the website and blog, Amanda Haas Cooks. She’s a past test kitchen manager at Williams-Sonoma and the author of several cookbooks, including her latest, The Vibrant Life. Amanda’s motto is: “I make foo...
93: Easy Cooking for Two with Jenna Braddock, MSH, RDN, CSSD
March 24, 2021 16:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBIf you’re like me, a recent empty-nester, or perhaps newly married or cooking for just yourself and a partner, you may be frustrated with the task of cooking for two. If you’ve been accustomed to cooking for several people, you might be horrified at the food waste when it’s just the two of you. Today’s guest has all the bases covered with helpful tips and kitchen inspiration for cooking for two. Jenna Braddock is a registered dietitian and certified Sports Dietetics specialist who lives i...
92: California Vegan with Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN
March 10, 2021 08:00 - 55 minutes - 38.7 MBToday we are taking a journey to the sunny state of California. My friend and fellow dietitian, Sharon Palmer, aka The Plant-Powered Dietitian, will share news about her brand new cookbook, California Vegan. Sharon Palmer is one of the country’s top experts on plant-based nutrition and sustainability. California’s plant-based vibe stems from the colorful and incredible variety of produce available year-round, the infusion of global culinary influences from around the world, a Mediterranea...
91: The Food and Nutrition Q&A Show with Liz Weiss, MS, RDN
February 17, 2021 22:41 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBA fews weeks ago, I sent a survey to my readers and listeners asking all sorts of questions including: What's your biggest food or nutrition challenge, question, or concern? The comments came flooding in, and on today's podcast, I answer and address them. With help from my Boston University intern, Jordan Ball, this episode covers everything from meal planning and confusion over carbs to tips for getting quick and healthy meals on the table and strategies for cutting added sugar from the die...
90: The Power of Potatoes with Amy Myrdal Miller, MS, RDN
February 03, 2021 13:31 - 46 minutes - 43.7 MBToday’s show is all about one of my favorite comfort foods: potatoes. They are versatile, affordable, nutritious, and delicious. In fact, my new passion this winter is Hasselback Potatoes. Join us! Joining me for “all things spuds” is fellow culinary dietitian Amy Myrdal Miller, a farmer’s daughter, public speaker, author, and president of Farmer’s Daughter Consulting. Together, we will tell you all about potato nutrition, give you potato recipes galore, and explain why potatoes are the pe...
89: A New Vision for Healthy Eating in 2021 with Maya Feller, MS, RD
January 22, 2021 02:54 - 41 minutes - 29.3 MBToday’s show covers many different aspects of food nutrition. We are honing in on a new vision for healthy eating in 2021. Join us! Maya Feller is a registered dietitian and nutritionist from www.mayafellernutrition.com. She is a nationally recognized nutrition expert and author of The Southern Comfort Food Diabetes Cookbook, which features over 100 healthy and delicious recipes. As if her life isn’t busy enough, Maya also works as an adjunct professor at NYU. She joins me today with appro...
88: SATISFY: Healthy Recipes That Hit the Spot
January 06, 2021 22:00 - 57 minutes - 26.8 MBHappy New Year! We made it through 2020! I hope you’re looking forward to more fun in 2021 and more fun in the kitchen as you cook up recipes your family will love! Mona Dolgov is the author of Satisfy, a brand-new cookbook packed with 120 easy and delicious, gluten-free recipes made with real ingredients, real portions, and lots of vegetables. Every recipe is nutrient-dense, clocks in at 500 calories or less, and will leave you feeling full and satisfied. On today’s show, you’ll learn abo...
87: Silver Linings in 2020 and the Best Chocolate Cookie Recipe with Liz Weiss, MS, RDN
December 24, 2020 21:18 - 30 minutes - 14.5 MB2020 was a doozy of a year, and I don’t need to say why! On this week’s show, I look back at my favorite episodes from 2020, the changing food and eating trends we saw during the pandemic, a new killer recipe for Chocolate, Orange & Almond Sparkle Cookies, and the silver linings that sprung from nearly a year of quarantine. Of course, we all had big hopes and dreams for the year, and I even talked about them on episode 67 during my Celebrate 2020 episode. But like so many people out there, I...
86: Smoothies All Year Long with Frances Largeman-Roth, RDN
December 02, 2020 20:59 - 56 minutes - 26.1 MBOn this week’s show, we’re making smoothies--but not just any smoothies. The blended drinks we’re making today are designed to support your family’s gut health and heart health and to deliver benefits like glowing skin, strong muscles, and calming chronic inflammation, which can wreak havoc on your health. Join us as today’s guest explains why delicious smoothies aren’t just a summertime treat. Frances Largeman-Roth is a registered dietitian, mom of three, avid runner, and author of Smoot...
85: Real Simple Holidays with Jenna Helwig
November 11, 2020 19:00 - 41 minutes - 19.3 MBWe’re all busy making plans for the holidays, starting with Thanksgiving. How are you celebrating this year? Are you making your typical sweet potato side dish, or are you preparing the entire meal from scratch, like me? How are you keeping your stress meter out of the red? My guest today has simple advice for adding ease, flavor, and a dash of good health to your Thanksgiving Day dinner--and beyond. Jenna Helwig is the food director at Real Simple magazine and the author of four cookbooks...
84: Indian Cooking Demystified
October 29, 2020 21:08 - 45 minutes - 21 MBThis week’s show is all about authentic and healthy Indian cooking. Indian food has always been a bit of a mystery to me, but my guest today explains the diverse and delicious cuisine of India in an easy and understandable way. If the extent of your Indian cooking knowledge revolves around the word “curry,” then you don’t want to miss today’s show! Madhu Gadia is a leading authority on Indian cooking and the author of The Indian Vegan Kitchen. Madhu is the mother of two grown children,...
83: DASH Diet for Two with Rosanne Rust, MS, RDN
October 08, 2020 12:32 - 48 minutes - 22.8 MBToday’s show is all about the DASH diet, which stands for “Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.” It’s a diet filled with fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy and fiber and low in sodium and saturated fat. It’s how I love to eat, and it’s a healthy way of eating whether you have high blood pressure or not. My guest today is Rosanne Rust, MS, RDN, author of the new cookbook, DASH Diet for Two. Rosanne Rust is a dietitian, friend, and the author of The DASH Diet for Two: 125 Heart-Healthy R...
82: Menopause Diet Plan with Elizabeth Ward, MS, RDN and Hillary Wright, M.Ed, RDN
September 23, 2020 21:00 - 50 minutes - 23.8 MBToday’s show is relevant to every woman because, if we haven’t gone through it already, we all will face menopause one day. You may not realize that there are steps we can take regarding diet and exercise to prepare our bodies ahead of time. Join us for a closer look at natural ways to manage hormones, health, and happiness. Elizabeth Ward and Hillary Wright are the authors of the new book, The Menopause Diet Plan. The book explores the physiology of menopause symptoms that many women exp...
81: Family Meals and Fruits & Veggies Month with Elise and Stephen Compston, RD
September 09, 2020 21:00 - 42 minutes - 20.3 MBToday’s show is a celebration in honor of National Family Meals Month and National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month. For dietitians, it doesn’t get much more exciting than that! Join us to learn more! Elise Compston and Stephen Compston are joining me with tips for gathering your family around the table more often. They also have clever ways to increase your fruit and veggie consumption. This husband and wife dietitian duo are the parents of two young kids, and they run the blog, Straight O...
80: Anti-Inflammatory Diet with Carolyn Williams, PhD, RD
August 20, 2020 20:57 - 45 minutes - 21.4 MBThis week’s show is all about inflammation. What is it? What role does it play in gut health, cancer, heart disease, and other chronic conditions? What can we do to keep inflammation at bay? And what role does diet play in both causing it and preventing it? My guest is Carolyn Williams, PhD, RD, author of one of my favorite new cookbooks, Meals that Heal: 100+ Everyday Anti-Inflammatory Recipes in 30 Minutes or Less. This episode may change the way you eat forever! Carolyn Williams, Ph. D...
79: Sick of Cooking? We've Got You Covered with Wendy Lopez, MS, RDN & Jessica Jones, MS, RDN
July 24, 2020 13:45 - 56 minutes - 26.3 MBIf you are sick of cooking, we’ve got you covered with today’s show. Since March, I’ve been cooking up a storm, and I’ve only been out to eat twice, which is a big deal for me. Maybe quarantine cooking has you frustrated, uninspired, and tired of planning yet another family meal. This episode will give you lots of delicious, healthy ways to get quick, effortless meals on your family’s table night after night and day after day. Joining me on today’s show are Jessica Jones and Wendy Lop...
78: Diet, Immunity, and Covid-19 with Anthony Thomas, PhD
July 01, 2020 19:41 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBOn today’s Liz's Healthy Table podcast, we’re talking about foods, nutrition, and dietary supplements that support a healthy immune system. What does science say about vitamins D, C, A, and E? What about zinc? Why is a diet rich in fruits and vegetables more important now than ever as we deal with a global pandemic? And why are the elderly at greater risk for nutritional deficiencies? Join me as we dive into these topics and more, including why you’ll never hear me claim that anything can "b...
77: Cooking with Beans with Joe Yonan
June 11, 2020 01:30 - 54 minutes - 24.8 MBThey are healthy, nutrition-packed, and can be the building blocks to some pretty delicious, yet hearty meals. There is perhaps no food quite so convenient, versatile, and humble--finding a home in even the tightest of food budgets. What is this miracle food of which we speak? Beans! They come in so many different varieties, and the meal possibilities are endless. A kitchen without beans is like a day without sunshine. Beans are versatile, delicious, nutritious, and they add an endless arr...
76: Kitchen Conversations During Quarantine with Amber Pankonin, David Orozco, and Melissa Joy Dobbins
May 27, 2020 19:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBHow have you been navigating grocery shopping, cooking, and meal planning during quarantine? My habits certainly have changed, and I've talked about it on the show over the past few months. So this week, I thought it would be fun to hear from three fellow dietitian friends and podcast hosts to see how they're coping with the new normal and how their cooking, shopping, and eating habits have evolved over the past few months. Tune in for tips on turning dinner into tasty lunch leftovers the n...
75: Heather Englund: Self-Care for Body & Mind
May 06, 2020 13:57 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBJust in time for Mother’s Day, let’s all take a deep breath together and celebrate the hard work we do every day taking care of our families … by taking care of ourselves. Today’s show features self-care strategies and “you” time. Together with my guest, Heather Englund from Fit Mama Real Food, we’ll explore things like food and hydration, mindful movement and outdoor time, and fun, laughter and gratitude. Self care is important for the health of your body and your mind. Heather Englund is...
74: Grocery Shopping, Food Safety, and Take Out in the Age of COVID-19 with Hilary Thesmar, PhD, RD
April 15, 2020 23:07 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBJoin me on this week’s podcast as I clear up the confusion about the safest and most efficient way to grocery shop, food safety and coronavirus, and restaurant take-out in the age of COVID-19. My guest is Hilary Thesmar, PhD, RD, Chief Food and Product Safety Officer and Senior VP of Food Safety Programs for the Food Marketing Institute (FMI). Hilary is a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in Human Nutrition and a Ph.D. in Food Technology. Wait until you hear her advice on how to ha...
73: Kid Food: How to Make It Better! with Bettina Elias Siegel
April 01, 2020 23:43 - 57 minutes - 26.2 MBToday’s guest, Bettina Elias Siegel, explains why kids are bombarded with unhealthy foods and messages about unhealthy foods all day long, why it's hard to raise healthy eaters, and why the notion that kids are inherently picky is a myth. Join us to find out how you can advocate in your community for healthier kid foods in schools, restaurants, and on the playing field. Become an advocate for change and learn valuable lessons from Bettina's book, Kid Food. Bettina is the mother of two teen...
72: How to Stock a Healthy Quarantine Kitchen with Leslie Bonci, MPH, RDN
March 18, 2020 15:56 - 52 minutes - 24.3 MBThis week, I find myself spending more and more time at home as I distance myself from others. Due to Coronavirus concerns (and they are mighty concerns indeed), a growing number of individuals and communities are staying home. On this week's show, I talk to fellow dietitian, Leslie Bonci, MPH, RD about the importance of keeping your pantry, fridge, and freezer stocked to the brim with nourishing and delicious foods that fortify the body and the soul. Whether you are laying low to reduce the...
71: Brain Health Diet with Annie Fenn, MD
March 05, 2020 00:46 - 1 hour - 28.5 MBOn today’s show, we are exploring the connection between diet and brain health. What is this connection? Are there foods we can eat to protect our brains against Alzheimer’s and other dementia symptoms? Let’s dive into this fascinating topic together! Dr. Annie Fenn is a physician, chef, and culinary instructor. For 20 years, she practiced Obstetrics and Gynecology with a specialty in menopause. Her career took an interesting turn, and today, she’s the founder of The Brain Health Kitchen C...
70: New Nutrition Facts Label with Bonnie Taub-Dix, MA, RDN
February 20, 2020 00:39 - 1 hour - 46 MBWe’re hitting the grocery store to check out the new food label. The Nutrition Facts Panel just got a makeover earlier this year, and my guest will help us decipher what we can find. From the addition of added sugars to a bigger and bolder callout for calories and serving sizes, Bonnie has the scoop on how the new food label can help you and your family make better food choices. Bonnie Taub-Dix is the author of Read It Before You Eat It: How to Decode Food Labels and Make the Healthie...
69: Nourishing Healthy Relationships with Lisa Davis, MPH
February 05, 2020 20:46 - 46 minutes - 43.4 MBWith Valentine’s Day around the corner, today’s show is all about nurturing healthy relationships. Lisa Davis joins the show to talk about aphrodisiacs, sexy superfoods, and recipes designed to keep you and the loves in your life feeling healthy, vibrant, and strong. From beets and berries to good fats and good bacteria, Lisa serves up superfoods for a super you and gives us tips for keeping your skin looking its best. She has recipes to share, including her Gluten-free Ooey Gooey Brownies m...