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Is it possible to eat your way to a better mood? Can foods really impact how the brain makes you think and feel? The “Happy Eating Podcast” was created after we couldn’t find the information that we needed for ourselves and our families. Join us as we break down the connection between food and mental wellness as we explore how food, diet, supplements, and daily habits can make for truly Happy Eating.
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Friday Jun 21, 2024
4 Signs You Need More Protein
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Statistically speaking, most Americans are meeting their basic protein recommendations. But these recommendations are just the amount to keep your body functioning. You really need more to support your active lifestyle, promote a healthy immune system and brain function, and to prevent muscle loss that naturally occurs as you age. Adding a little more to your day can also curb hunger and fend off carb cravings. In today’s episode, we’re talking about some sneaky signs that suggest you may need more protein in your diet. So what are they? And how much protein should you aim for each day?
To Calculate Your RDA for Protein:
Multiply your body weight x 0.8 grams to determine your protein requirements.
Note: This is the minimum daily amount of protein needed to maintain muscle mass and health.
To Calculate Your Healthy or Optimal Range for Protein:
Multiply your body weight by 0.5 to 0.9 grams to determine a more adequate protein range.
Episode link for “How to Pick the Best Protein Powder”
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happy-eating-podcast/id1558793380?i=1000624083415
Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Rant Therapy - I'm So Over My Dryer Singing To Me
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.
Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts of the Happy Eating podcast, Brierley Horton and Carolyn Williams, where we periodically share our real-life venting sessions with each other—AKA what we’re “so over”.
What are Brierley & Carolyn “So Over” this week? I'm So Over My Dryer Singing To Me!
Thank you for listening to Rant Therapy on the Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes and new rants on Tuesdays. For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions
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Thursday Jun 13, 2024
8 Surprising Medications That Hurt Your Sex Drive
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Research suggests that medications—over the counter and prescription—play a role in one of every four cases of sexual dysfunction. And that 25 percent is a figure that experts think is underestimated. So which medications are common offenders? In today’s episode we’re highlighting eight drugs that will hurt your sex drive—and we’re betting that almost all of them will surprise you. We’re also betting that you either take one currently or have taken one in the past year.
Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Rant Therapy - PSA: Dating With Older Kids
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.
Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts of the Happy Eating podcast, Brierley Horton and Carolyn Williams, where we periodically share our real-life venting sessions with each other—AKA what we’re “so over”.
What are Brierley & Carolyn chatting about this week? PSA: Dating With Older Kids
Thank you for listening to Rant Therapy on the Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes and new rants on Tuesdays. For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions
To contact Lester -

Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Top Nutrition Headline - June 2024 Edition
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
We’re bringing back a listener favorite! In today’s episode, we are sharing three new nutrition studies. What nutrients may actually slow the rate that the brain ages? Can exercise rewire your brain so that it’s easier to forget traumatic memories? You’ll be surprised! And lastly, can taking a small dose of apple cider vinegar result in weight loss - even if you make no other change to your diet? Let’s dive in!
References to studies mentioned in this episode:
Investigating nutrient biomarkers of healthy brain aging: a multimodal brain imaging study
Neurogenesis-dependent remodeling of hippocampal circuits reduces PTSD-like behaviors in adult mice
Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Rant Therapy - Shoutout to IPA On A Friday Afternoon
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.
Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts of the Happy Eating podcast, Brierley Horton and Carolyn Williams, where we periodically share our real-life venting sessions with each other—AKA what we’re “so over”.
What are Brierley & Carolyn giving a “Shoutout” to this week? Shoutout To IPA On A Friday Afternoon!
Thank you for listening to Rant Therapy on the Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes and new rants on Tuesdays. For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions
To contact Lester -

Thursday May 30, 2024
What Is Grounding—And Should You Try It?
Thursday May 30, 2024
Thursday May 30, 2024
Have you seen mats that claim to improve your health in your Instagram feed? You know we love to dig into a trendy product. So for this episode, Carolyn explored what these mats are all about and found that they’re based on something called grounding and there’s some legitimate science to support their use. What is grounding and are these grounding mats worth it? Listen in to learn about the potential perks of grounding, plus a DIY version.
Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Wednesday May 29, 2024
Rant Therapy - I'm So Over Lipstick
Wednesday May 29, 2024
Wednesday May 29, 2024
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.
Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts of the Happy Eating podcast, Brierley Horton and Carolyn Williams, where we periodically share our real-life venting sessions with each other—AKA what we’re “so over”.
What are Brierley & Carolyn “so over” this week? I’m So Over Lipstick!
Thank you for listening to Rant Therapy on the Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes and new rants on Tuesdays. For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions
To contact Lester -

Thursday May 23, 2024
The Safest Sunscreens for Summer ☀️
Thursday May 23, 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
Summer is here—or almost, depending on where you live—and if you’re like us that means it’s time to refresh your stock of sunscreens. But with so many choices, how do you choose one, and which one is best? We break it down: mineral sunscreens vs. chemical sunscreens; and what SPF number you should be wearing. We also share our favorite lotion, spray, stick and powder sunscreen! Plus, why we’re talking sunscreen on a mental wellness podcast.
Sunscreens recommended on this show:
EltaMD UV Active Mineral Sunscreen Lotion
EltaMD UV Elements Tinted Face Moisturizer
Coppertone Pure & Simple 100% Mineral SPF 50
Beautycounter Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 30
Beautycounter Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Mist SPF 30
Colorescience Total Protection Sheer Matte SPF 30 Sunscreen Brush
Show Notes:
Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Tuesday May 21, 2024
Rant Therapy - Shoutout To Divorce Celebrations
Tuesday May 21, 2024
Tuesday May 21, 2024
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.
Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts of the Happy Eating podcast, Brierley Horton and Carolyn Williams, where we periodically share our real-life venting sessions with each other—AKA what we’re “so over”.
What are Brierley & Carolyn giving a “Shout Out” to this week? Divorce Celebrations!
Thank you for listening to Rant Therapy on the Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes and new rants on Tuesdays. For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions
To contact Lester -
