Nutritionally Speaking – Wholify

Twinkies, Weight Loss and Wellbeing Part 1: My Interview with Dr. Mark Haub

December 19, 2012 14:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

What are Twinkies and weight loss doing in the same sentence? Well, a diet consisting largely of convenience snack cakes (such as the beloved Twinkie) helped my friend and professor of nutrition Dr. Mark Haub lose weight and improve his... Learn more about Twinkies, Weight Loss and Wellbeing Part 1: My Interview with Dr. Mark Haub at Wholify.

Eating Without Guilt Part 2: My Interview With Dinneen Diette

November 14, 2012 14:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MB

I’m excited to bring you the conclusion of my interview with Dinneen Diette, the founder of Eat Without Guilt. We delved into the topics of mindful vs. mindless eating, the stress around health and nutrition in this country, and how... Learn more about Eating Without Guilt Part 2: My Interview With Dinneen Diette at Wholify.

Eating Without Guilt Part 1: My Interview With Dinneen Diette

October 17, 2012 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

On today’s episode, we are talking with Dinneen Diette. Dinneen is the founder of Eat Without Guilt. She and I met on Twitter and have a very similar approach to nutrition. We are all about making peace with food, weight,... Learn more about Eating Without Guilt Part 1: My Interview With Dinneen Diette at Wholify.

Are You Addicted To Food?

September 04, 2012 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

It sure can seem like we have a food addiction. Intense cravings for sweet, salty, and fatty foods abound. Sales of fast food, chips, cookies, and soda outweigh fruits and veggies by far. Do we have an actual addiction or... Learn more about Are You Addicted To Food? at Wholify.

Healthy Eating Could Kill You

June 28, 2012 14:00 - 4 minutes - 4.01 MB

Enough with the overload of information about “unhealthy” foods and habits! I want you to know that even supposedly “healthy” eating can be hazardous to your health. [divider] Transcript for Healthy Eating Could Kill You Hi and welcome to Nutritionally... Learn more about Healthy Eating Could Kill You at Wholify.

Is Menu Labeling The Answer?

May 19, 2012 02:13 - 7 minutes - 6.57 MB

As we see rates of obesity and chronic diseases continue to grow, we also see more proposals for legislation over food. The recent menu labeling laws are based on the assumption that “unhealthy” food choices stem from a lack of... Learn more about Is Menu Labeling The Answer? at Wholify.

Emotional Exercising

March 15, 2012 13:00 - 5 minutes - 5.24 MB

Many of us are all-too familiar with emotional eating, but what about emotional exercising? Do you depend on exercise to deal with difficult emotions and the stressors of life? Exercise can be part of a healthy lifestyle, but sometimes we... Learn more about Emotional Exercising at Wholify.

You: Getting Fit – An Interview With The “Get-Fit Guy”

March 01, 2012 23:24 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MB

If someone asked you if you want to get fit, you might answer, “Sure, is there a pill for that?” Exercise is sometimes a dreaded foe rather than a friend accompanying you on your path to wellness. In this episode... Learn more about You: Getting Fit – An Interview With The “Get-Fit Guy” at Wholify.

Why You’re Not Losing Weight

January 19, 2012 15:00 - 8 minutes - 7.68 MB

Let me guess. You started off the year brimming with hope that this time would be different. This would be the year that you would meet your weight loss goal and discover that you actually really love to run…but it’s not... Learn more about Why You’re Not Losing Weight at Wholify.

Foraging: Fresh Food at Your Fingertips

December 15, 2011 18:13 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MB

Here’s a follow-up to my recent blog radio interview on one of my new hobbies–Foraging! Interested in gathering some wild edibles? Listen in for a taste of what you could be eating straight from nature! [divider] Transcript for Foraging: Fresh Food... Learn more about Foraging: Fresh Food at Your Fingertips at Wholify.

Homemade Bread

November 16, 2011 02:38 - 3 minutes - 93.5 MB Video

Have you been wanting to bake your own homemade bread but too intimidated by the amount of time and effort? Don’t be! Watch as I show you how to make my favorite whole wheat bread. It’s easy, tasty, and healthy–what... Learn more about Homemade Bread at Wholify.

Are Our Genes (or Our Jeans) Making Us Fat?

October 31, 2011 20:29 - 6 minutes - 6.05 MB

Do you feel trapped in your genes and destined to be fat? Does putting on your jeans in the morning exacerbate your worries and preoccupation with your weight? Don’t let your genes (or your jeans) dictate your weight or your... Learn more about Are Our Genes (or Our Jeans) Making Us Fat? at Wholify.

Fad Diets Debunked

October 01, 2011 01:50 - 8 minutes - 7.76 MB

Are we addicted to dieting? The history of fad diets goes back hundreds of years and is full of crazy methods to lose weight quickly (though not healthfully). I am going to expose fad diets for what they really are,... Learn more about Fad Diets Debunked at Wholify.

Is Gluten-Free For You?

September 23, 2011 04:07 - 7 minutes - 6.86 MB

I’m sure you have heard of the Gluten-Free Diet or maybe you’ve considered trying it (or maybe you’re on it as we speak). It has become all the rage, with gluten-free products popping up in mainstream grocery stores, even Target!... Learn more about Is Gluten-Free For You? at Wholify.

From Pyramid to Plate

August 25, 2011 15:08 - 6 minutes - 6.45 MB

The Food Pyramid has an interesting history, with its roots going back to 1917 with the first USDA food guide. [divider] “How to Select Foods” was written by a nutritionist and was based on 5 groups: milk and meat cereals... Learn more about From Pyramid to Plate at Wholify.

Eat Right with Color

March 24, 2011 04:38 - 11 minutes - 7.77 MB

Since 1980, National Nutrition Month has been an important time of the year to promote nutrition education and healthy eating habits. This year’s theme is “Eat Right with Color” and this episode will delve into the benefits of each of... Learn more about Eat Right with Color at Wholify.

The Dietary Guidelines and You

March 01, 2011 23:34 - 9 minutes - 6.5 MB

Have you read the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010? If not, that’s why I’m here! These are very important goals and recommendations for the way we eat, but the practical application is not always clear. Once again, I’m here... Learn more about The Dietary Guidelines and You at Wholify.

Mindful Eating for the New Year

February 01, 2011 05:54 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MB

Forget the fad diets and restrictive weight loss regimens! This year, approach your health in a new, better way–mindfully. Mindful eating will help you to savor your food and enjoy it more so you will eat what and how much... Learn more about Mindful Eating for the New Year at Wholify.

NEWSTART Part 2

January 06, 2011 07:21 - 5 minutes - 3.48 MB

To start off the new year on the right foot and get a head start on your goals for better health and wellbeing, listen to this episode! We’ll be discussing the second half of the NEWSTART principles: Temperance, Air, Rest,... Learn more about NEWSTART Part 2 at Wholify.

NEWSTART Part 1

October 29, 2010 13:01 - 6 minutes - 3.72 MB

NEWSTART is a fabulous program that works to reverse chronic diseases, but it is also a great guide to healthy living for everyone. This episode will cover the first 4 principles: Nutrition, Exercise, Water, and Sunlight. Interested in better overall... Learn more about NEWSTART Part 1 at Wholify.

Intuitive Eating

September 09, 2010 15:38 - 9 minutes - 5.41 MB

Are you tired of trying diet after diet with no lasting success? Do you dislike or even hate your body? Would you like a healthy way of relating to food and eating? Then, you won’t want to miss this episode!... Learn more about Intuitive Eating at Wholify.

Coffee: A Healthy Addiction?

August 05, 2010 15:30 - 5 minutes - 3.33 MB

With more research being published on the health benefits of coffee, many believe that their addiction is justified. After all, with each sip their risk of disease fades away, right? Let’s look at the benefits (and risks) of coffee and... Learn more about Coffee: A Healthy Addiction? at Wholify.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids

July 16, 2010 15:30 - 5 minutes - 3.35 MB

Omega 3 Fatty Acids have been in the limelight for some time now due to their heart-healthy benefits. Many have decided to eat more fish or take fish oil pills. Others see the value in eating walnuts and flaxseed. Isn’t... Learn more about Omega 3 Fatty Acids at Wholify.

High Fructose Corn Syrup

May 25, 2010 20:30 - 10 minutes - 6.04 MB

High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) is a sweetener whose use has become controversial due to the hypothesis that it may cause obesity. For this reason, many are avoiding products sweetened with HFCS and are choosing sucrose- (table sugar) containing... Learn more about High Fructose Corn Syrup at Wholify.

Going Vegetarian

April 13, 2010 15:00 - 9 minutes - 5.48 MB

Lately more and more people have been jumping on the vegetarian bandwagon and for good reason! There are plenty of benefits to going veggie, but there are also some very common concerns. We’ll explore the pros and cons of a... Learn more about Going Vegetarian at Wholify.

Echinacea

March 23, 2010 18:39 - 6 minutes - 3.86 MB

Echinacea is one of the most popular supplements in the U.S., being touted for its use in preventing and treating the common cold. You can find Echinacea in various forms including pills and teas or you can buy the actual... Learn more about Echinacea at Wholify.

New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep

December 30, 2009 23:18 - 4 minutes - 2.87 MB

With the New Year approaching, many people are making resolutions to eat healthier and lose weight, but we all know how hard it can be to stick to them for the whole year. Why don’t they seem to work? How... Learn more about New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep at Wholify.

Supplements vs. Food

December 08, 2009 07:28 - 6 minutes - 3.6 MB

It’s a match-off with vitamin and mineral supplements pitted head to head with food. Who will win? Are supplements bigger, better, and stronger than nutrients we get from food? Is it possible to get all the nutrition we need from... Learn more about Supplements vs. Food at Wholify.

Hodgepodge

November 18, 2009 06:29 - 8 minutes - 4.84 MB

With the holidays right around the corner and the school year getting busier and busier, my mind is all over the place! I decided to make a “hodgepodge” episode so I can talk about several nutrition issues that I’ve been... Learn more about Hodgepodge at Wholify.

Green Tea

November 02, 2009 04:50 - 8 minutes - 5.07 MB

Green tea sales are booming across the country with green tea topping the charts of the most popular beverages and supplements. Where did the demand for this bitter leaf come from? Recent claims that green tea causes weight loss brought... Learn more about Green Tea at Wholify.

Cracking the Organic Code

October 20, 2009 21:59 - 7 minutes - 3.73 MB

Organic foods are popping up all over town and causing a stir in the minds of food shoppers nationwide–What does organic mean? Is it better or healthier? Why does it cost so much? Do I need to buy organic? This... Learn more about Cracking the Organic Code at Wholify.

How to Read the Nutrition Facts Label

October 14, 2009 06:00 - 8 minutes - 3.77 MB

The Nutrition Facts Label is on almost every box, bag, and can in the grocery store, so it must be important! How then do we decipher what it is trying to tell us? What do all these words and numbers... Learn more about How to Read the Nutrition Facts Label at Wholify.

Nutrition Myths and Truths

October 06, 2009 08:14 - 5 minutes - 3.04 MB

This episode covers three common nutrition myths. Listen to discover the answer to the following questions: What is the difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian (and does it matter)? Do butter and margarine have the same effect on your... Learn more about Nutrition Myths and Truths at Wholify.