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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.
Episodes
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
We want to thank our guest Dr. Andrea Hendricks so very much for joining us on the podcast this week. This was such an enlightening and heartening conversation. We feel like we’ve come away with so much useful information.
If you would like to find a therapist in your area you can go onto psychologytoday.com/us/therapists and type in your zip code to find a qualified therapist near you.
To learn more about Dr. Andrea Hendrick's click here.
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!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
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!
happyeating@gmail.com
Thursday Jun 10, 2021
Thursday Jun 10, 2021
You asked and we listened! Today we are answering some of your basic nutrition questions because so many of you reached out and wanted to know things like - What is a plant-based protein? Or are frozen vegetables just as healthy as fresh? How much sugar is OK to have? So on today’s episode we are sharing all of the answers to your burning nutrition questions - let’s get started!
Show Notes:
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!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
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!
happyeating@gmail.com
Wednesday Jun 02, 2021
Wednesday Jun 02, 2021
Without a good night’s sleep, it’s hard to make good food choices. Knowing that, should we be prioritizing other healthy lifestyle habits over diet when it comes to our mental wellness? We sat down with internationally-known health expert Dr. David Katz and asked him what’s most important and if some health habits like sleep, exercise, and stress management are more important than what we eat. Let’s dive right in! Welcome, Dr. Katz!
Show Notes:
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!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Dr. David Katz: https://davidkatzmd.com
Dr. David Katz On How What You Eat Affects How You Feel: https://sunbasket.com/blog/how-what-you-eat-affects-how-you-feel/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
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Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!
Thursday May 20, 2021
Thursday May 20, 2021
Let’s talk alcohol; balancing the risk and benefits of drinking is constantly being discussed in the media. In today’s episode we look at how alcohol may affect your mental health. Is drinking a glass of wine while cooking dinner helpful or harmful? Could your girls night out be impacting your mental wellness over the following few days? And how much really is too much when it comes to mental health? We’ll also share our “mom truth moment” and tell you what we actually do.
Show Notes:
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!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Studies Mentioned:
1.) Alcohol Intake, Wine Consumption, and the Development of Depression: the PREDIMED Study
https://bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1741-7015-11-192
2.) Effects of Moderate Alcohol Consumption on Cognitive Function in Women
https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa041152
3.) The Benefit of Moderate Alcohol Use on Mood and Functional Ability in Later Life: Due to Beers or Frequent Cheers?
https://academic.oup.com/gerontologist/article/60/1/80/5144392
4.) Social Anxiety and the Quality of Everyday Social Interactions: The Moderating Influence of Alcohol Consumption
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0005789417301156?via%3Dihub
5.) Co-Occurring Alcohol Use Disorder and Anxiety
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6927748/
6.) Association of Low to Moderate Alcohol Drinking with Cognitive Functions from Middle to Older Age Among US Adults
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7324954/
7.) The Triangular Association of ADH1B Genetic Polymorphism, Alcohol Consumption, and the Risk of Depression in Older Men
https://www.nature.com/articles/mp2013117
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Thursday May 13, 2021
Thursday May 13, 2021
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.
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!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
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!
Wednesday May 05, 2021
Wednesday May 05, 2021
On this episode we are joined by fasting expert Amanda Nighbert and she breaksdown the benefits, the different methods of intermittent fasting and tells us what she thinks is the best intermittent fasting method to try to boost your metabolism and possibly mood. We can’t wait for you to listen!
Amanda Nighbert is a registered dietitian specializing in weight loss nutrition. She is passionate about motivating, supporting and educating people to meet their wellness goals. Amanda’s purpose is to empower others who want to get back on track and take control of their health. With 20 years of knowledge and experience under her belt, she is able to guide others in their weight loss and wellness journeys . With her custom LEAN Program, range of coaching services, and multiple shop offerings, she has cultivated a brand that focuses on giving participants the leading tools and resources to help reach the best versions of themselves. Amanda’s goal is to provide the most current, cutting edge nutritional techniques that not only provide results but are also sustainable for life. Want to know more about Amanda nighbert visit amandanighbert.com or follow on instagram https://www.instagram.com/amandanighbertrd/
Intermittent Fasting 101 and FAQs - https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com/blog-posts/2021/03/30/intermittentfasting101andfaqs?rq=Intermittent%20Fasting
Intermittent Fasting and Metabolism - https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com/blog-posts/2018/3/15/how-fasting-effects-your-metabolism?rq=Intermittent%20Fasting
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!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
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!
happyeating@gmail.com
Wednesday Apr 28, 2021
Wednesday Apr 28, 2021
Could a diet deficiency in key nutrients be to blame for bouts of bad moods? Last week we started the discussion, and today we're going to dig even deeper into the specific nutrients you could be missing. And we will get one step closer to answering the question - does what we eat affect our moods, feelings, and cognitive function?
Show Notes:
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!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Supplements recommended in this episode: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com/shop
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
With all the fad diets and complex studies out there, it can be hard to know what to eat to lose weight or even just to promote your general health. What about how to eat for a happier life? This week we’re talking all about how different foods may impact your mental wellness. What should be on your dinner table? Which foods should play a starring role in your breakfasts? And how much difference do the “right” food choices really make? This episode is so packed with valuable information that we had to break this episode into two parts because we don’t want you to miss out on this helpful information that can help ease those feelings of confusion around which food and supplements will really affect your mood. Plus, we continue to serve you the knowledge and science that help us make the right choices and will hopefully do the same for you!
SHOW NOTES:
Shop The Supplements Recommended On Today’s Episode - https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com/shop
Articles:
18 Foods That Can Improve Your Mood - https://www.livestrong.com/article/13731421-mood-boosting-foods/
7 Food That Fight Seasonal Depression - https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com/blog-posts/2018/1/7/7-foods-to-fight-seasonal-depression?rq=depression
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!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
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!
happyeating@gmail.com
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
You might think that connection between your diet and your mental wellness is all about how food impacts the brain. But that’s only a small part of it. Turns out, what’s more important is how that food impacts your gut. Your gut and brain are more connected than you think and there’s a lot of truth to that “gut” feeling. This week we’re diving into the gut-brain connection. What should you eat, or not eat? Should you take probiotics? We’re exploring all of this and more.
SHOW NOTES:
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!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/
Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
The Happy Eating Podcast was created after we couldn’t find the information that we needed for ourselves and our families. This set us on a journey to find the tools, science and specialists who could help give us the answers to make us healthier and happier - and discovering our own effective ways of using those tools for sustained learning, development and personal growth.
We all know there’s nothing like a mama on a mission. 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.
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!
https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com
Learn More About Our Hosts:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/
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!
happyeating@gmail.com