Wellness While Walking

We're sprinkling some bite-sized episodes into the mix! Sometimes you need a meal and sometimes you need a snack! These shorter episodes will focus on an actionable, motivating message so you can get on with your day, encouraged to take time to prioritize your own health and well-being!   LET'S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for support, motivation and fun! We...

Two walkers walk into a Zoom room?! Dave Paul, host of the Walking is Fitness Podcast and I recorded a conversation about WHY WALKING ROCKS!! You'll learn all about his show and his perspective on and history with walking (one of us was once a runner – you probably can guess who!) and I'm confident you'll be inspired about the power of walking and might even step up your commitment to getting thos...

Today, we examine the impact of ultra-processed foods on liver health. This shift in our diet has had an impact on our liver health, resulting in the important organ not functioning properly, for us and our kids. Dr. Elizabeth Boham presents a case-study of a patient she had who had developed non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and what she did to help him. Many of us turn to cleanses to detox our l...

Dangerous misrepresentations of the health of our food abound on social media. Who's behind this and how can we protect our health in the face of this disingenuous communication?    LET'S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for support, motivation and fun! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness While Walking on Twitter Wel...

Dr. Margarita Tarragona is here to explore the power of our stories in enhancing well-being. We discuss how examining and broadening life stories can aid in changing thought habits and behaviors. Dr. Tarragona highlights the contagious nature of emotions, and how to use that for our own wellness and that of others. We also explore how to get past dominant stories to explore other options, and how...

Are you aiming for a fulfilling life? Well, for optimal functioning, consider the impact of flourishing and flow, and join us as I discuss both with our guest, Dr. Margarita Tarragona. We'll talk about the benefits of both, and then will break down the "how" in doable small steps! Join us today!   LET'S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for support, motivation an...

We're delving into our top healthy lifestyle tips from the first 200 episodes, and then we're looking ahead to where the show is going! Join us (yep, there's a special guest) for a fun but powerful episode!   LET'S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for support, motivation and fun! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness W...

In a world of health misinformation and disinformation, we consider how we might be getting dietary advice, and how to know if that advice is working for us. Considering our dietary beliefs can be uncomfortable and challenging, but we can do hard things, and even have some fun doing them! LET'S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for support, motivation and fun! We...

As "Live to 100," a docuseries, airs on Netflix, we might be tempted to follow in the footsteps of these longest-lived peoples around the world. Erin Skinner, RD joins us today to take a deep dive into Blue Zones, particularly focusing on the nutrition advice given by this business entity to all of us – is it the right path for us to follow if we want to live to 100?   LET'S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*...

How can imposterism and self-doubt affect our health and well-being? Dr. Jill Stoddard is back to discuss imposterism and its impact on health and well-being. We go through a playbook of how to deal with these uncomfortable feelings – hint: doing more "stuff" to feel better-qualified isn't the answer! Self-doubt and imposterism can negatively affect physical health, but taking small steps and embr...

A practical path to dealing with insecurity, self-doubt and downright imposterism lies ahead of us, and we're led by guide Dr. Jill Stoddard. We'll be empowered to learn how to manage the feelings that can cripple our pursuit of the career and robust life we want, and reclaim the energy and time we've spent trying to cope with these feelings in the past!   LET'S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook G...

You loved hearing Dora's journey back to health in Episode 195! Here's a little bonus Dora! You'll hear about her earlier life, which set a foundation she returned to that we can all benefit from considering. And we'll talk a little more about advocating for ourselves and loved ones in the medical care ("sick care"?) system and what the "walking prescription" Dora got from her meant for her. Thank...

We're joined today by Dora, a listener from Queens, NY, who shares with us her health journey, that's harrowing at times and inspirational throughout. You'll hear the doctor it took years to find, and his simple prescription for her recovery, and how things have changed for Dora since her health started to deteriorate. She's a font of wisdom, fun, and positivity, and her love of life is infectious...

Hunter-gatherers ate dozens of different plants each day! How can we use variety to maximize our health in the modern day, even while the American Heart Association asks us to limit the variety of what we eat?!? Also, how do you react when you take health-affirming steps? Do you diminish their power or do you celebrate and elevate them? Regardless, we'll talk about how to tweak our small steps min...

Don't malign the small stuff: the micro-moments in our lives can make us happier! We'll talk about how we can incorporate some of them in our walks. And then let's chat about the trend of silent walking, which isn't so new, but is definitely powerful! Two skills to consider to up our life satisfaction today – I hope you're in!   LET'S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join...

Today, we explore the concept of prioritizing pursuing important experiences sooner rather than later. Memories are gold, and when we have meaningful experiences, we can mine them for years to come for our well-being! Join us as we figure out how to navigate the delicate balance of living life to the fullest while taking care of our health so we can make the most of every moment!   LET'S TALK THE...

Michelle Shapiro, a registered dietitian specializing in gut issues, anxiety, and weight loss, shares insights from her private practice. Michelle emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive approach to health, which includes lifestyle, supplements, hydration, movement, breath work and more, all centered around creating a sense of safety. We talk elimination diets, orthorexia, body positivity, sl...

Functional, integrative registered dietitian Michelle Shapiro discusses her journey into the field of dietetics and her approach to health and wellness. She emphasizes the importance of understanding a person's entire health history and lifestyle when practicing functional medicine nutrition. Michelle highlights the need to identify root causes of health issues and treat them directly, while integ...

Are you walking? Hiking? Something in between? And does it matter? We'll delve into what makes a walk a walk and a hike a hike… well, most of the time. And we'll talk about why it could matter, while celebrating both! This episode was recorded in the Colorado Rockies on a trip with family, where we walked and hiked!  LET'S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for su...

With all the loud voices on social media and in the news headlines, it's easy to think that health is all about ONE thing! We'll hear from Dr. Elizbeth Boham how there are many aspects to health, and the good news is that a little attention goes a long way! Dr. Boham covers everything from the perfect plate to phytonutrients, movement to exercise, and the free and simple-to-implement tool that hel...

What's the optimal frequency for walking an hour or more per week? A recent study highlights the significance of 8,000 daily steps, though not necessarily on a daily basis. Then, let's delve into the transformative potential of walking as discussed by Laura Conely, the founder of Urban Paths, a walking wellness company. Uncover the varied and numerous benefits of starting a community walking initi...

Walking for wellness is at the heart of everything today's guest does! Laura Conely, founder of Urban Paths, a walking wellness company, joins us today. Laura will share exactly why she believes walking is so powerful, and how we can use walking to improve our own health and well-being. She has a trifecta of requirements for the perfect walk, and she'll share those and more! If you love walking, y...

Today, Dr. William Li's back to discuss the MediterAsian way of eating which features powerful foods for weight loss and health. Dr. Li emphasizes the importance of incorporating metabolism-boosting foods into your diet – he sings the praises of tomatoes, broccoli, bok choy, carrots, beets, onions, garlic, and berries, among others.  Unlike other voices in the food as medicine space, Dr. Li also g...

Dr. William Li is here with us, and he shares insights from his latest book, "Eat to Beat Your Diet." He explores the fascinating world of metabolism, shedding light on new research and actionable steps to leverage its potential. Dr. Li highlights the transformative power of specific foods commonly found in Mediterranean and Asian cuisines, which activate the body's fat-fighting abilities. Dr. Li...

Are you a fan of those diamond grill marks on a steak or marinated tofu? Do you love charred turkey sausages or crispy onion rings? You're not alone. If you've read Lessons in Chemistry or have watched Alton Brown, you may have heard of the cooking holy grail – the Maillard Reaction. What's going on there? And what's it doing inside your body? Well, there may be AGEs involved! Plus, we'll have an...