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

484 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 68 ratings

What to eat and when to cheat! Let's decipher between all the “diets” out there. You know what to do but it itsn't working. In fact, your diet could be making you fatter.

Ever wondered if cryo-freezing your fat cells would really work? Should you try acupuncture? A hypnotist? If you do, how do you know if someone’s good?

Salad with a Side of Fries is the podcast that will answer all these questions and more! Talking wellness and weight loss for real life, because most of us are going to drink, eat out, skip the grocery store and who wants a life without fries or dessert?! Host Jenn Trepeck’s expertise as an optimal health coach, in practice for over a decade, along with experts in various modalities will clear up the myths, mis-information, bad science and marketing to reveal the truth of HOW TO EAT and HOW TO CHEAT!*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This podcast, its content and guests are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Episodes

Nutrition Nugget: Does Muscle Weigh More Than Fat?

July 14, 2023 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.93 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about the weight of muscle vs. the weight of fat. This is, in fact, a myth; muscle does not weigh more than fat. A pound is a pound is a pound. The difference lies in the surface area taken up by a pound of muscle that is different from the surface area of a pound of fat. A pound of muscle is smaller than a pound of fat. Tune in to learn better ways to track your progress and...

A Mid-Year Self-Assessment (feat. Andres Ayesta)

July 12, 2023 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

The key to getting the results you want is about more than just the foods you eat! On today’s episode, Jenn has sports dietitian and the founder of Planos Nutrition, Andres Ayesta on the show. Andres shares the 4 pillars of his Nutrition Blueprint Method and how each pillar creates a successful journey to reaching your goals. He talks about the All or Nothing Disease and Self Compassion Syndrome and how to change the deeply ingrained thoughts in our brains to be more positive and proactive ...

Nutrition Nugget: Popsicles

July 07, 2023 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Popsicles. Popsicles are a popular choice when it comes to having a cold, sweet treat or a substitute for ice cream, but did you know that popsicles qualify as an ultra-processed food? Popsicles contain high sugar content and additives such as gums and thickeners that, studies show, can cause gastrointestinal upset. The dyes used to color popsicles have also been linked...

What is Health?

July 05, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MB

How do you define health? And whose definition of health is dictating your choices? Learn how to become your own health advocate to achieve individualized optimal health.  On today’s episode of Salad With A Side of Fries, Jenn dissects what health is and how we can take responsibility for our own health. She talks about insurance companies and medical providers define health and how decisions are made when it comes to our health. She discusses the reason insurance companies are not looking ...

Nutrition Nugget: Strawberries

June 30, 2023 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about strawberries. June is the best time of year for strawberries, so get them while you can! Strawberries are packed full of antioxidants, studies have shown they have two to eleven times more antioxidants than other fruits. They can help with heart health, support reduced inflammation, and may reduce LDL. When buying them, remember the season, go for organic, medium sized,...

Diet Pills (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro) & The Real Shortcut

June 28, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 44 MB

Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro are creating a deadly standard in diet culture. Jenn is telling us the real short cut, as she sees it.  Today, Jenn is discussing the trending diet pills (or really pharmaceuticals being used for weight loss) that are currently taking the market by storm: Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. While your insurance may be covering these pills to assist with weight loss, are they the real deal? And what about Berberine which is being called “nature’s Ozempic”? Jenn walks thr...

Nutrition Nugget: Grapes

June 23, 2023 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about grapes. Grapes are a great option as a snack because they have excellent nutrients and are less likely to spike blood sugar…even if your diabetic friend said grapes have too much sugar. Red, black, or purple grapes are high in antioxidants and are great for people with endometriosis. Tune in to hear one of Jenn’s favorite snack ideas with grapes to keep you satisfied al...

How to Naturally Balance Your Hormones? (feat. Leah Brueggemann)

June 21, 2023 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MB

Although it is common, it is not natural for your period to be painful and a miserable experience!  Today Jenn is joined by functional nutrition practitioner Leah Brueggemann who specializes in balancing hormones. Leah walks us through the four different phases of a woman’s cycle, including what your energy may be like in each phase, the ways to eat and move your body, and what signs to look for if your cycle is out of sync. Leah discusses the impact that birth control has on your cycle, an...

Nutrition Nugget: Cottage Cheese

June 16, 2023 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about cottage cheese. Cottage cheese is all the hype right now, especially since the cottage cheese diet went viral, but is it the answer to weight loss? Jenn breaks down the nutrition facts for cottage cheese and discusses the pros and cons of adding it to your diet. With 14g of protein per serving, it can be your secret ingredient to getting more protein into your diet, how...

Is Perfectionism Hiding Your Pain? (feat. Dr. Margaret Rutherford)

June 14, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MB

Could your perfectionism actually be a sign of depression? Today, Jenn is talking with Dr. Margaret Rutherford, a clinical psychologist with thirty years of experience, who is also an author, TedX speaker, and podcast host. Dr. Rutherford discusses the two types of perfectionism, and how one version of it is maladaptive and is actually harming us. She describes what socially determined perfectionism is, and gives some helpful tips about identifying it and tools to work through challenging t...

Nutrition Nugget: Orange Juice

June 09, 2023 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about orange juice. Is it really the best option to get Vitamin C? While Vitamin C is a powerful nutrient that has many health benefits, orange juice is not the best way to get it. Eating a cup full of fruit or vegetables will get you way more nutrients than a glass of OJ. If you really want orange juice in your life, tune in to hear some great lower sugar ways to add it in f...

Building a Balanced Plate

June 07, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MB

If you’ve ever said, “oh, I can’t have that” or “if being healthy means giving up (fill in the blank), I’m out,” this episode is for you! Eating a balanced diet is more than eating this, not that; it’s how we think about food and how we build the plate. On today’s episode, Jenn is giving her best tips on how to build your plate for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. She gives some insightful advice around creating quality meals and how to manage the way you eat your favorite, more indulge...

Nutrition Nugget: Genes and Epigenetics

June 02, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.68 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Genes and Epigenetics. While genes are the DNA responsible for our human structure and can have an impact on our weight, cravings, addiction habits and more, there is a way to impact them for the better. Introducing epigenetics. Our epigenetics allow us to understand how our behaviors and environment can affect the ways our genes express themselves. Tune in to learn how...

The Two-Hundredth (feat. YOU)

May 31, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Can you believe this is the 200th episode? It’s all about YOU and your favorites! For new listeners, hear what’s possible for you when you tune in each week. Cheers to 200 Salad With A Side of Fries Episodes! To celebrate, Jenn wanted to feature YOU! In this episode you will hear from other listeners who share their stories, their feedback, their experiences and takeaways from past episodes. You are the reason that Jenn shows up each week, she believes in you and is inspired by you and feel...

Nutrition Nugget: Asparagus

May 26, 2023 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.26 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about asparagus. Asparagus is a fairly inexpensive vegetable that is full of fiber, vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals. There are different varieties of asparagus which are great to grill or roast and go well on a salad, mixed in with eggs, or in a stir fry. Asparagus is easy to overcook, so Jenn shares how she prepares her asparagus. Jenn also discusses why asparagus pee c...

LIIT Over HIIT (feat. Jaime Brenkus)

May 24, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

To live longer, look younger and feel better you can skip the long, high intensity workouts and do this instead!  Today Jenn has Fitness Pioneer, TV Show Producer and Author, Jaime Brenkus on the show. Jaime talks about his beliefs surrounding health and fitness, especially with the boomer generation. He discusses the importance of LIIT (low intensity interval training) and how even his 8 minute workouts can help people improve their health and wellness in the long run. He shares his philos...

Nutrition Nugget: Chickpeas

May 19, 2023 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about chickpeas. Chickpeas are packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals and are a great option to have on hand. They are excellent for brain health, iron deficiency, and colon health! Pair chickpeas with quinoa to create a complete protein, and as a great base for a variety of meals. Chickpeas are also a nutritious option on salads, in soups, roasted for a crunchy ...

How to Identify & Recover from Adrenal Fatigue (feat. Taylor Wessel)

May 17, 2023 07:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MB

You may have adrenal fatigue and not even know it! Here’s how to find out if you are and what you can do about it so you can wake up feeling rested, have energy without relying on coffee and no longer crash in the afternoon.  Today Jenn has Taylor Wessel on the podcast. Taylor is a nutritionist and coach that focuses on adrenal fatigue. She walks through what adrenal fatigue is, and some of the signs and symptoms of adrenal fatigue. She discusses the best testing options on the market and d...

Nutrition Nugget: Ultra-Processed Food

May 12, 2023 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about ultra-processed food. The statistics show that 57% of adults' diets come from ultra-processed foods, and 67% of children’s daily calories come from empty calories. To identify ultra-processed foods, they are typically wrapped in plastic and contain at least one ingredient you don’t usually find in a kitchen, like emulsifiers and additives. Although there are some benef...

A Grocery Store Run with Your Health Coach

May 10, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

Here’s how to read the nutrition labels to know if what you’re buying is truly healthy. And for the items you’ll buy anyway, how to build a meal around them so your health (and weight loss) doesn’t suffer.  When you go grocery shopping, do you actually read the nutrition labels, or do you just grab whatever looks “healthy” and call it a day? Today Jenn is taking us through Whole Foods together to review various products and evaluate which items are the best options. She provides in-depth in...

Nutrition Nugget: Progress

May 05, 2023 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.59 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about progress. We often want to see immediate improvement in numbers, and those numbers either make or break our mood. Instead of focusing on all the things that you “should have done” to change the numbers to something you wanted to see, say the motto: “I may not be where I want to be, but I’m sure as hell not where I was.” This can be your new mantra as you focus on all t...

A Look Into Food Systems & Sustainability (feat. Rachael Brown)

May 03, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MB

The food on your plate impacts not only your own health but that of the planet! The good news is, there’s lots we can do!    Today Jenn is joined by Rachael Brown, a plant-based nutrition expert and author of For Fork’s Sake. Rachael talks about the food system in the United States and the impact of animal products on the environment and our bodies. She discusses the antibiotics put into meat, how they get into our bodies, and the adverse effects they can have on our health. Rachael gives ...

Nutrition Nugget: Salad Dressing

April 28, 2023 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.28 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about salad dressing. If your goal is to lose weight, is salad dressing the first thing that should be removed from your diet? Are there ways to make store-bought salad dressings healthier? Jenn gives the inside scoop on what ingredients to avoid, how to read the labels, and some ideas for making homemade dressing. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full leng...

Meditation for Stress

April 26, 2023 07:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  This week Jenn is talking about meditation and the benefits of meditation for stress. Jenn talks about the different styles of meditati...

Nutrition Nugget: Couscous

April 21, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about couscous. Some benefits of couscous are that it is rich in selenium, a decent plant-based protein option, and is easy to cook! It takes on whatever flavor you cook it in, which can make it very adaptable for the meal you are making. However, the carb count is significant, which may spike your blood sugar. Jenn feels there are better options on the market that are more ...

Emotional Fitness (feat. David Greenwalt)

April 19, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  Today, Jenn is joined by David Greenwalt, creator of the Leanness Lifestyle University. He has been coaching people on weight managemen...

*Encore* Nutrition Nugget: Spicy Food

April 14, 2023 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn is releasing the Nutrition Nugget from the Salad With A Side Of Fries March Madness tournament winning episode! Today’s encore Nutrition Nugget is about spicy foods and capsaicin. There are many claims about how spicy foods improve your metabolism and help you eat less. Jenn discusses the different studies and tests that have been done on capsaicin (a form of spice), which may slow th...

*Encore* What is Clean Eating?

April 12, 2023 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  It’s March Madness time again on Salad With A Side Of Fries! This week, Jenn is releasing the winning episode from the Salad With A Sid...

Nutrition Nugget: Pea Protein

April 07, 2023 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Pea Protein. Pea Protein is often used for those who are eating a plant-based diet or looking to avoid common allergens. While it has some benefits, it is a packaged and processed food with things to look out for. Pea Protein Isolate is the best option for getting protein. If your goal is weight gain, go for pea protein concentrate. When choosing your pea protein, read ...

The Root Cause Approach to Weight (feat. Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer)

April 05, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  Today Jenn is talking to functional medicine doctor, Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer. Dr. Hehmeyer discusses what a natural medicine doctor is, how...

Nutrition Nugget: Subtle Saboteurs

March 31, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 9.11 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Subtle Saboteurs. Subtle Saboteurs are the little things that have the potential to derail us from our goals. Whether it comes from family, friends, food, or ourselves, we must watch out for these sneaky little habits that are easy to overlook. To avoid getting stuck in a sabotaging circumstance, consider how you will handle the situation, make a plan, and visualize you...

Wellness Overwhelm? Start Here!

March 29, 2023 07:00 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  This week Jenn is on a mission to remove the overwhelm that many people experience while on a wellness journey. She walks through the f...

Nutrition Nugget: Seaweed

March 24, 2023 07:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about the Little Mermaids' greens, seaweed! Studies show that seaweed has excellent nutrients that help maintain healthy thyroid levels, reduce blood pressure, improve cardiovascular health, and have blood sugar-balancing benefits. There are various ways to take in seaweed, from snacking on dried or freeze-dried algae, adding it to a dressing, sprinkling it on a side dish and...

A Functional Approach to Headaches & Migraines (feat. Dr. Meg Mill)

March 22, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  Today, Jenn is joined by Dr. Meg Mill, a functional medicine practitioner focusing on headaches and migraines. Dr. Mill walks through w...

Nutrition Nugget: NSDR for Motivation

March 17, 2023 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.81 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about NSDR for Motivation. One of the best ways to increase motivation is to increase dopamine. How do we increase dopamine? Sleep! However most of us don’t get a chance to take a nap during the day when we could use the boost to our motivation. NSDR (Non Sleep Deep Rest) is a quick 10 minute exercise using breathing and visualization that helps increase dopamine, reduce fati...

ChatGPT’s (A.I.) nutrition Advice: Should Artificial Intelligence Be Your Coach

March 15, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  ChatGPT is getting quite popular, so Jenn wanted to ask it some health and nutrition questions and gave it commands such as “write a he...

Nutrition Nugget: Popcorn

March 10, 2023 08:00 - 10 minutes - 9.46 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about popcorn. With the Oscars coming up, we thought it was only appropriate to talk about popcorn. Did you know that a medium sized movie theater popcorn can have up to 1200 calories? That doesn’t mean you should write popcorn off because it does have some great benefits. The difference between popcorn being health supporting or health detracting comes down to how it’s made...

How to Synchronize Your Head, Heart & Gut (feat. Kiki Athanas)

March 08, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  Today Jenn is joined by intuitive eating coach Kiki Athanas. After struggling with unhealthy eating habits and orthorexia, Kiki was det...

Nutrition Nugget: Why Do We Yawn?

March 03, 2023 08:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's answering the question, why do we yawn? There are actually a few theories. First, there is the contagious yawn, believed to be due to the human need for belonging caused by mirror neurons. Secondly, most of the research points to increasing oxygen and blood flow as the reason we yawn. Research also shows that yawns may help regulate our temperature, relieve ear pressure, and soothe ...

The Body's Daily Detox

March 01, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  Do you want a healthy immune system, balanced hormones, glowing skin, and more energy? Then it’s time to focus on supporting detoxifica...

Nutrition Nugget: Beets

February 24, 2023 08:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about beets. Beets are a superfood because they are nutrient-dense and provide more than the average vitamins and minerals. Beets contain almost all of the vitamins and minerals that the body needs. The benefits of consuming beets include metabolic health, blood sugar, digestive, elimination support, and lower risk of all symptoms of illness and disease. Add beets into your d...

Get Your House in Order (feat. Deanna Yates)

February 22, 2023 08:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  Today we are joined by Deanna Yates, founder, and CEO of Wannabe Clutter Free. Physical clutter and mental clutter definitely tie in wi...

Nutrition Nugget: Heart Rate

February 17, 2023 08:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about heart rate and heart rate monitors. While we are lucky that our heart beats on its own and we don’t have to think about it, we should still be aware of what it might be telling us. We should all know our resting heart rate and target heart rate during exercise and then track our heart rate recovery, which is the length of time it takes for our heart rate to come down a...

Heart Health is Sexual Health

February 15, 2023 08:00 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  Let’s talk about sex, baby! Did you know that your sexual health, desires, and interests directly connect to your heart health? Each Fe...

Nutrition Nugget: Quinoa

February 10, 2023 08:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about Quinoa. Quinoa is an ancient grain (that's really a seed), naturally gluten-free, simple to grow, and more nutrient dense than grains. It is packed full of metabolic health support and antioxidants. Quinoa benefits everyone, especially those that are gluten-free and plant-based because of the vitamins and minerals it contains. Try swapping your grains with Quinoa for m...

Nourishing Choices & 4 Categories of Food (feat. Hally Brooke)

February 08, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  Today we are joined by Hally Brooke, the Founder & CEO of Live Nourished. Hally works with her clients to heal their relationship with ...

Nutrition Nugget: Heartburn & GERD

February 03, 2023 08:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about heartburn and GERD. It’s commonly believed that heartburn and GERD are caused by high stomach acid. However, research proves that it is actually a weakness of the lower esophageal sphincter. The amount of stomach acid doesn’t matter if the sphincter operates correctly. Therefore, antacids don’t cure heartburn and can potentially worsen underlying issues by creating too...

Perception vs. Reality

February 01, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 74 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  In today’s episode, Jenn discusses perception vs. reality while using social media. Many people spend a lot of time on social media, bu...

Nutrition Nugget: See Food

January 27, 2023 08:00 - 5 minutes - 4.67 MB

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks, and approachable science. This week, Jenn's talking about See Food. Does anyone else feel like they see food and immediately have to have it? If you experience this, it’s often evidence of something else going on. Take a little inventory and get curious about what might be off in your body or your habits. Look at your daily fuel intake, especially in the morning, to ensure you are getting enough protein. Is your diet too rest...

Neuro Linguistic Programming & Saying No (feat. Suzanne Culberg)

January 25, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 58 MB

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.  I had the pleasure of talking to NLP Practitioner Suzanne Culberg. Suzanne focuses on helping over-givers and people pleasers learn to ...

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