The Food Factor Podcast

This episode is part 2 to our discussion around sugar cravings. If you haven't yet listened to part one (episode 7) have a listen to that one first! Now that we know how sugar impacts certain symptoms and body areas, we talk about: Hidden sources of sugar. Artificial sweeteners- are they better or worse? Food labeling and ingredient lists. The three components of sugar addiction. 3 ways to address...

Do you have intense sugar cravings? In the first part of this sugar topic, I'm breaking down what sugar is exactly and how it impacts our body and symptoms. Specifically I mention how sugar impacts: - brains/mood - heart - liver - gut - skin - and more!   Is your symptom related to your sugar intake?   Resources mentioned in this epidsode: The American Diabetes Association The Diabetes C...

Are you a person who constantly says, "diet starts Monday!" or "I fell of the diet wagon", or "I just don't have the willpower to keep up with my goals", then you need to listen to this! There is a reason most people don't achieve their goals and in this episode, I walk you through why this happens and what you can do to stop the cycle and start achieving your health goals.   Resources mentio...

In this episode I'm talking BLOOD PRESSURE! Whether you have high blood pressure or you know someone who does, this episode goes over: - What is high blood pressure? - How big of an issue is it? - Why should I care about it? - How can I improve it? We also discuss the biggest dietary contributor to high blood pressure in America....and it may not be what you think! I then leave you with a couple o...

Does positive thinking improve your health? Sure we've all heard to "look on the bright side" of things but what does the research say? I dive into this topic and share a few stories about my own experience with positive thinking. In this episode you will also hear: -Does your partner's optimism or pessimism impact your health? Where does optimism come from? Can you learn to become more optimism o...

In this episode I'm breaking down: what diet culture has taught us what restricting calories actually does to the body what causes inflammation in the body and why our food choices matter and three things (plus a bonus 4th thing) you need in order to make a habit stick.   One final thought : At any given point you are committed to something. You could be committed to something healthy or some...

In this episode we discuss the 4 pillars to look at when you are experiencing weight management issues. Whether you are struggling to lose weight, keep it off, or weight seemed to have crept up out of nowhere, there is a reason for it.   Mentioned in this episode : Need help with figuring out what could be at the root of your weight gain? Schedule a free consultation HERE   The upcoming...

Today we are talking about nutrition's impact on inflammation. Joint pain, arthritis, stiff joints. Doesn't matter what you call it, it hurts and one of the causes is inflammation. What is inflammation, what causes it, how can we eat to reduce inflammation, and what are 2 common myths around it?   Download the PDF of the presentation HERE   In this episode I mention: Ember Modern Medicin...

What is this show about? Who is it for? Why should I listen? Great questions! This show is about the key nutritional factors that everyone needs to know. We will be talking food quality, how nutrition impacts your body and symptoms you may be having, and so much more. This show is for all ages and stages (we all gotta eat, right?) with specific KID EPISODES that you can listen with your kiddos. Hi...