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In episode 40 we are talking all things alcohol, what it does to your body, brain and how it impacts your sleep. In the nerd alert section of the show I dive into specific brain pathways involved in drinking and in the knowledge bites section I talk about how to drink smarter. In this epodes I discuss why your significant other snores more when they drink, why you can’t remember anything the next...

In episode 39 of the podcast I sit down with Dr. Nathan Bryan, nitric oxide scientist and inventor of NO2U Nitric Oxide Lozenge. Dr. Bryan has been involved in nitric oxide research for the past 18 years and is the author of Functional Nitric Oxide Nutrition. In this episode we discuss the differences between nitrite and nitrate, how nitric oxide impacts your overall health, the connection between...

In episode 38 of the podcast I sit down with Tony Pec, The Godfather of Marketing and Francis Volpe, Co-Founders of Y Not You Media, a Forbes Accredited Marketing Agency as well as Y Not Print a merchandise printing company. The company believes in Y not You, why can’t you become the next big thing! In this episode we talk all things building a brand, networking and content! Tony and Francis break...

In episode 37 of the podcast I discuss the main differences between your feelings and your emotions! I talk about what areas of the brain are involved when we experience feelings and emotions, why your feelings don't always matter, conscious vs unconscious feelings and emotions and why being aware of your behaviors, intentions and actions is imperative when you don't "feel" like doing something! M...

In episode 36 I sit down with Vanessa Bennett (LMFT), Holistic Psychotherapist/ Mindfulness + Codependency Coach, mother, Yogi and author to discuss all things codependency and healthy relationships!  Vanessa breaks down the differences between Interdependence and codependence in relationships, how to embrace "healthy" partnership after a string of unhealthy relationships, how self worth and a fal...

In episode 35, I sit down with Dr. Stephanie Canestraro, chiropractor and owner of the Vagus Clinic, which specializes in the Vagus Nerve and the gut-brain connection. In this episode Dr. Stephanie Canestraro explains what Lyme Disease is, signs and symptoms to look for and how to manage symptoms. She also discuss the lymphatic system, how to support the immune system (and not overly “boost” it) a...

In episode 34 of the podcast I sit down with Ben Brown, owner of Body Systems Healing & Performance, a nutrition & fitness consulting business specializing in designing individualized nutrition and fat loss programs. Ben is  the co-founder of BSL Nutrition, a supplement company and is also the host of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Podcast. He holds two Masters degrees, the first from Arizona Sta...

In episode 33 of the podcast I sit down with Dr. Melanie Joy, Holistic Health Specialist, to discuss nervous system health, what living a nourished life means and breaking down the topic of trauma. We discuss how the nervous system holds onto trauma, how unresolved trauma manifests in the body and understanding that love is the best nutrition and how to start applying it daily! Watch the full Yout...

In episode 32 of the Podcast I sit down with Isaiah Frizzelle, 'Bird Brain Podcast, which takes a fresh take on mental health, self awareness, self love, and self reflection. If you love self improvement, mental health and working on boundaries and self love, then this episode is for you! We discuss why we love to try and fix people, why you need to be careful about who you choose to share good ne...

In part 2 of Episode 31 I am breaking down the actual labs, reference ranges and makers to ask your doctor for when addressing the topic of inflammation. A very straight forward episode, be sure to break out your notepad! Understanding inflammatory lab markers is critical for identifying not only underlying health issues, but also for making individual, root cause and  appropriate lifestyle,...

In part 1 of episode 31 of the podcast we will discuss labs you should be asking your doctor to run if you are concerned with inflammation. Part 2 of this episode (to be released later this week) will discuss which labs you should be running when looking at assessing inflammation makers. I will briefly discuss what inflammation is, why inflammation isn’t all bad (you’d be dead without it) and bloo...

In episode 30 of the podcast I sit down with Jason Phillips, CEO of the Nutritional Coaching Institute, the coach of coaches and former cover model and professional athlete to a sought-after fitness and nutrition coaches. We discuss the evolution of coaching in todays virtual space, scaling your business, adding value to your clients and learning to finally stop devaluing your services and prices!...

Episode 29 of the podcast is a perfect and timely episode for the New Year resolution gang or really anyone looking to take advantage of the new year, new me mindset (if done correctly). I start the episode by discussing the benefits of focusing on behaviors and habits, as opposed to just results and goals and help you take a deeper look at HOW the goals you are setting can be impacting other area...

In episode 28 of the podcast I sit down with Dana Monsees, a Dietitian-Nutritionist (MS, CNS, LDN) and Body Image Coach who specializes in helping women with gut issues and burnout from a HAES, non-diet approach. Her philosophy combines neutral nutrition, weight-inclusive care, and her training in integrative and functional nutrition to help women heal their relationship with food and their bodies...

In this episode of the podcast I discuss the lung-gut axis, the role of the lungs in Chinese Medicine, why taking a deep breath is good for your emotions and why it’s important to pay attention to your large intestines when you are “eliminating” things/people/thoughts from your life. In the Botanical Bri section of the show I discuss the benefits of Osha Root and I also give you a homework assignm...

In episode 26 of the Podcast Christina and I dive into leveling up your energetic and spiritual life! Christina explains why people find it so difficult to sit with uncomfortable emotions like sadness and anxiety, why certain emotions like jealousy can actually be helpful and why it is is SO important to make and create space in your life with what is truly in alignment for your best self. We also...

In Episode 25 of the podcast I sit down with my former acupuncturist, Dr. Tina Yang and we chat all things Chinese Medicine, fertility, herbs for immune support and the benefits of acupuncture!  Dr. Tina Yang is a 4th generation Chinese Medicine Doctor, a Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, and a certified Reiki Master. She s...

In episode 24 of the podcast I am breaking down the neuroscience of a broken heart! I discuss why love is truly like a drug (it is called Chemistry for a reason), what happens to the brain when you are falling in love and why you shouldn’t casually hook up when you are nursing a broken heart. I also discuss why physical and emotional pain are similar (neurologically speaking), specific areas of th...

In Episode 23 I chat with Dash Hudson, Father, Speaker, Author and Mental Health Advocate. We discuss aligning energy with people who resonate with you, explaining what “emotional dehydration” is and how to avoid it, why we stay in uncomfortable situations and patterns that no longer serve us and all things mental/ emotional health! For all of my visual learners, be sure to watch the Youtube inter...

In episode 22 I continue the conversation around understanding anxiety! I start with Nerd Alert, where I discuss the limbic system, then I get into the main segment of the show, which is understanding the amygdala pathway for anxiety. I  discuss why benzodiazepines won’t help with this kind of anxiety long-term and why you feel bad after having a “rage blackout”.  I also discuss how the...

In episode 21 I am talking cultivating seasonal wellness, the differences in fortifying vs boosting the immune system, herbal properties for the immune system and identifying “red flags” in your immune system relationship. Be sure to follow my Instagram  @briannadiorio  for all the Brianna Approved educational content! You can visit my website www.briannadiorio.com for previous blog post...

In episode 20 I am talking all things anxiety, cultivating emotional well-being and coping skills for all of my recovering super spazes out there! I will start with the fun fact of the day, discuss the difference between helpful and unhelpful anxiety, talk about worrying well, refraining anxiety and doing less to get more out of your health! Be sure to follow my Instagram  @briannadiorio &nbs...

In Episode 19 of the Podcast I sit down with Rob Mack, Ivy-League-Educated Positive Psychology Expert, Celebrity Happiness Coach and Published Author of Happiness From the Inside Out. You might have also seen Rob on Good Morning America, The Today Show, Access Hollywood, E! Network, and OWN! Rob and I sit down to chat about changing the narrative around mental health, how his definition of happine...

In episode 18 I am breaking down cognitive flexibility, essentially being able to go with the flow, having higher resilience when life doesn’t go your way and the ability to adapt our behavior and thinking in response to the environment. As an added bonus I discuss several ways you can improve your cognitive flexibility. In the Botanical Bri segment, I discuss Gotu Kola, an herb known for its abil...

In episode 17 I have my second guest, Katey Yurko (my research girl crush) and founder of Violet Fog Potions, a blend of super foods and adaptogens.  Katey specializes in research in skin, gut, brain and liver health and in this weeks episode we chat about some of her favorite credible sources for research, her love for Maca root and why it is in her Stress Blend potion, staying healthy while...