The Happy Eating Podcast

Kids’ Take Over: What They Really Think About Healthy Food

We talk a big game when it comes to healthy eating, but what do meal times really look like at home with our kids? The kids took over the studio with our producer Les Nuby, so get ready for some honest answers when Les asks them all about food, meals at home, and what it’s like to have a mom who’s a dietitian. 

 

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Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

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Brierley Horton, MS, RD

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Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions 

Work, Technology, & Your Mental Health

From email to Zoom to apps like Slack, it’s harder than ever to escape work. In today’s episode, we’re talking about work-life balance and how for mental wellness it really should be about integrating work into life. 

Show Notes:

Here’s how to follow our guest Jen Fisher, Chief Well-being Officer for Deloitte: 

@JenFish23 (Instagram)

linkedin.com/in/jen-fisher-cwbo (LinkedIn) 

 

You can check out her book and podcast here:

https://www.amazon.com/Work-Better-Together-Relationships-Well-Being/dp/1264268122

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/workwell/id1381561571

 

The article referenced in the episode is Remote Work and the Great Migration:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/great-migration-geographical-dimension-john-lee/

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! 

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Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

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Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

 

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

 

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Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Mercury Retrograde Part 2: Can Mercury Retrograde Affect Your Health?

Can Mercury Retrograde Affect Your Health? 

We kept the discussion going from last week’s episode with media maven and astrologer Valerie Mesa and dove into how Mercury Retrograde may impact our health and wellness. In this episode, Valerie shares how astrology and the pandemic overlap and also gives Carolyn insight on some ongoing health issues in her family. 

 

 

Here’s how to follow our guest Valerie Mesa on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/valeriemesa

 

You can check out her website here:

https://www.valeriemesa.com

 

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! 

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Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

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Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

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Produced by  - Lester Nuby OE Productions

Mercury Retrograde Part 1: What Is It & Why Are We Talking About it?

Ever had a week or two where weird things happen, or just don’t go as planned? Check the calendar to see if Mercury is in retrograde. Looking to the planets for validation may seem a little out there, but Mercury Retrograde is something even science-based minds pay attention to. We chatted virtually with media maven and astrologer, Valerie Mesa, to better understand Mercury Retrograde, and how to harness it to our benefit.

 

Here’s how to follow our guest Valerie Mesa on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/valeriemesa

 

You can check out her website here:

https://www.valeriemesa.com

 

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! 

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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

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Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message! 

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Produced by  - Lester Nuby OE Productions

What Diet is Best for Mental Wellness? Part 2: Low-Carb, Keto, Tom Brady, Anti-Inflammatory

Some diets are better than others for weight loss, but are certain ones also better for your brain and mental wellness? Or could they be making it worse? We're covering the pros and cons of four more popular diets in this week's episode.

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! 
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Studies mentioned on this episode:

1) Adherence To Low Carbohydrate Diet And Prevalence Of Psychological Disorders In Adults
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31870446/

 

2) The Effects of Low-Carbohydrate Diets on Psychosocial Outcomes in Obesity/Overweight: A Systematic Review of Randomized, Controlled Studies
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4963878/

 

3) High Glycemic Index Diet as a Risk Factor For Depression: Analyses from the Women's Health Initiative
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26109579/

 

4) Glycemic index, glycemic load, and common psychological disorders
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26607943/

 

5) Beyond Weight Loss: A Review of the Therapeutic Uses of Very-low-carbohydrate (Ketogenic) Diets
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23801097/

 

6) The Use of the Ketogenic Diet In the Treatment of Psychiatric Disorders
https://meridian.allenpress.com/mhc/article/11/3/211/464981/The-use-of-the-ketogenic-diet-in-the-treatment-of

 

7) What Is the Role of Dietary Inflammation in Severe Mental Illness? A Review of Observational and Experimental Findings
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6529779/

 

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
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Produced by Lester Nuby  - OE PRODUCTIONS - 

What Diet is Best for Mental Wellness? Part 1: WW, Noom, Whole30, Paleo

Some diets are better than others for weight loss, but can certain ones also better for your brain and mental wellness? Or could they be making it worse? We're covering the pros and cons of four popular diets in this week's episode.

 

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! 
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Learn More About Our Hosts: 
Brierley Horton, MS, RD
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Produced by Lester Nuby III, Ol Elegante Productions

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September 2: Mental Wellness for Pre-Teens and Teens

     We all know that teenagers can be moody, but how can you tell the difference between normal teenage reactions and emotions and what may really be early signs of mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. In this episode, we’re talking about pre-teen and teen mental wellness and what you can do as a parent and in the kitchen. Let’s dive in!

Today's episode is sponsored by Wild Blueberries, a trade association of growers and processors of wild blueberries in Maine and Canada. 

Here’s where to learn more about our sponsor, Wild Blueberries: 

https://www.wildblueberries.com

https://www.wildblueberries.com/blog/back-to-school-brain-support-for-kids/

 

To download the free PDF, “Cognition Kitchen,” go here: 

https://www.wildblueberries.com/health-benefits/brain-health/cognition-kitchen/

 

Studies mentioned: 

1) Nutritional Aspects of Depression in Adolescents - A Systematic Review

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6484557/

 

2) Sodium and potassium excretion predict increased depression in urban adolescents

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31444870/

 

3) Stress and adolescent hippocampal neurogenesis: diet and exercise as cognitive modulators

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28375209/

 

4) Dietary Bioactive Compounds and Their Health Implications

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/1750-3841.12101

 

5) Cellular antioxidant activity of common fruits

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18759450/

 

6) Recent Research on the Health Benefits of Blueberries and Their Anthocyanins

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31329250/

 

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! 

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Learn More About Our Hosts: 

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

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Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

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What Exercise Is Best for Mental Health?

What is the relationship between exercise and mood? Is one type of exercise better than another? And how long do you have to workout to reap any benefits? On today’s episode we take a look at all things exercise and mental wellness and talk with personal trainer, yoga teacher, and wellness guru Julie Jones. Let’s get started!

 

Show Notes:

Here’s how to follow our guest Julie Jones on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/trainingandchampagning

You can check out her websites here:

www.trainingandchampagning.com

www.leadlivethrive.com

 

Studies mentioned: 

1) Can high intensity interval training improve health outcomes among people with mental illness? A systematic review and preliminary meta-analysis of intervention studies across a range of mental illnesses

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31780128/

 

2) Promoting Physical Activity for Mental Well-Being

https://journals.lww.com/acsm-healthfitness/fulltext/2020/05000/promoting_physical_activity_for_mental_well_being.7.aspx

 

3) Association between physical exercise and mental health in 1·2 million individuals in the USA between 2011 and 2015: a cross-sectional study

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30099000/

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! 

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Learn More About Our Hosts: 

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

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When Loss of Taste and Smell Due to COVID-19 Lasts More Than A Few Weeks

Last year, the loss of taste and smell quickly became a hallmark symptom of COVID-19. But losing taste and smell seemed like a mild temporary inconvenience in comparison to the other serious health consequences of the virus. But what if your taste and smell doesn’t come back, or—worse—comes back in a way that is distorted, especially when food brings so many of us so much joy? We sat down with Nicole McLaughlin, chef and culinary video star of AllRecipes, for today’s episode. She talked candidly about how COVID changed her taste and smell, how it’s impacted her professional and personal life, and what she’s filling her spare time with now that she’s cooking less elaborate family meals. Let’s dive in! 

 

Here’s how to follow our guest Nicole McLaughlin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolemcmom/

Studies mentioned:

1.) The Association of Smell and Taste Dysfunction with COVID19, And Their Functional Impacts https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7822753/

2.) Evolution of Altered Sense of Smell or Taste in Patients With Mildly Symptomatic COVID-19

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaotolaryngology/article-abstract/2767781

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! 

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Learn More About Our Hosts: 

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

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REMIX: Should You Consider CBD for Mental Wellness? Certified Holistic Cannabis Practitioner Emily Kyle Breaks Down the Science For Us

This week we are bringing you a new take on Episode 5. We're sharing even more of the interesting takeaways that we simply couldn't leave out! Whether you’re a cannabis enthusiast or skeptic, you’ve likely noticed the current craze over all things CBD and Cannabis—from oils to lotions to gummies for things like pain management and stress relief. But does CBD really help your mental wellness? For this week’s episode, we called on Registered Dietitian Nutritionist & Certified Holistic Cannabis Practitioner Emily Kyle to breakdown when and how to use CBD. She even helps us navigate how to purchase a high-quality CBD product.

Link to Full Original Episode:

Should You Consider CBD For Mental Wellness?

Show Notes:

To learn more about our guest Nutrition Emily Kyle head to https://emilykylenutrition.com 

Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursday’s for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website! 

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Learn More About Our Hosts: 

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message! 

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