Diabetes Digital Podcast by Food Heaven

November is National Diabetes Awareness month, and we thought it would be a great idea to end the month featuring dietitian superstar Lily Nichols on our podcast. Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, speaker, and author with a passion for evidence-based prenatal nutrition and exercise. Her book and online course, Real Food for Gestational Di...

Hey friends! It's been a minute since we've talked about what exactly we're eating on the day to day. So today we whipped up this episode detailing our breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, beverages, and also include supplements and exercise routine. Yep- we get pretty detailed. See full post here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/eat-typical-day/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

Are you a busy college student who struggles with eating healthy on campus? Then this week’s minisode is perfect for you! Our question this week comes from Tori, a student at the University of Virginia. Tori says that she often has a hard time eating healthy because of time constraints, limited/unhealthy options in the dining hall, and only having a microwave and a mini fridge in her dorm. Listen...

With FNCE right around the corner, we thought it would be great to do a podcast episode that highlights why being a registered dietitian (RD) is so fresh. In this episode we'll be covering: How to become an RD Where RD's work/what RD's do The pros & cons The training involved The difference between a dietitian and nutritionist And much, much more! For the full post visit: http://www.foodheavenmade...

Learn about integrative nutrition with Registered Dietitian Denine Rogers, MS, RDN, LD, FAND, who is an integrative dietitian with a Master's in Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy. If you haven't heard about integrative medicine already, you'll love learning more in this episode. Denine tells us about how her own health journey led her on a path to integrative nutrition and how it changed her life....

Today we’re going to be talking about natural beauty and body products. This topic has become increasingly popular, and since what we use on our bodies impacts our health, I thought it would be great to make this topic an episode. We’re chatting with Megan Roosevelt, who’s a registered dietitian and the founder of Healthy Grocery Girl. I came across Megan on the interwebs, and saw that she had wri...

To supplement or not to supplement…that is the question here and a really good one. With supplements being on the rise, it can be super confusing to figure out whether supplementing is right for you. It’s even more confusing figuring out what supplements you should take. Listen in to today's mini-episode on whether or not you should supplement! Here's the full post where you can find resource link...

Hey everyone, on today’s episode we’ll be talking all about plant-based living- what that means, why it’s important, and how practical ways to get more plant foods in your life. For today’s episode, we’re chatting with Sharon Palmer, award-winning dietitian & author. She’s an expert on all things plant-based, so she’s the perfect guest for today’s episode. Learn more about Sharon and read the full...

This month’s episode is a special one. Why? Well, today marks our 6 year Food Heaven Anniversary!! We can’t believe it’s already been 6 years! Aside from our anniversary, this month is also extra special since Jess and I are June babies, and actually have our birthdays 1 day apart (June 29th & 30th!) It’s pretty surreal that 6 years have passed since we started Food Heaven, and so we thought it wo...

Hey there! Today we're answering one of your questions about plant-based milks. Which one should you pick? Is one superior to another? Listen in to get the full scoop. Read the full transcript here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/qa-minisode-choosing-plant-based-milks/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May was National High Blood Pressure Education month, and so we thought it would be perfect to put out an episode on prevention and treatment strategies for this very common chronic condition. In this episode we'll discuss: -A definition of the two types of hypertension (AKA high blood pressure) -What increases your risk of developing Hypertension -How this silent disease is diagnosed in adults &...

In this week's minisode, we received a question about what exactly to eat during pregnancy and how to not go over the recommended amount of weight gain while expecting. Tune in to learn how to have a balanced meal plan during pregnancy and snack ideas that will keep you feeling full and satisfied. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr...

Do you have bloating, indigestion, irregular bowl movements, adnominal puffiness or digestive discomfort? Then this episode is for you. We interview Danielle Capalino, MSPH, RD, a digestive health Registered Dietitian who recently authored the books, Healthy Gut, Flat Stomach and the The Microbiome Diet Plan. We talk about how you can FINALLY get relief for all of your digestive troubles using the...

Today we're answering this listener question...what are some good flavorful seasonings for reflux? Listen to this week's episode to learn about lifestyle strategies you can incorporate to manage reflux symptoms. See the full post here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/qa-minisode-remedies-reflux/ Resources: http://www.eatright.org/resource/health/wellness/digestive-health/what-you-need-to-know-ab...

For today's episode, we'll be talking about PCOS aka polycystic ovarian syndrome with our very special guest, Angela Grassi, MS, RD, LDN. Angela is an internationally known nutrition expert on PCOS, and was named one of the Top 10 Incredible RD's Making A Difference by Today's Dietitian. Having PCOS herself, Angela has experienced all the challenges that come with having PCOS, and has dedicated he...

Ever struggle with sugar cravings that are having a negative impact on your health? If you have ever felt out of control in the presence of anything sweet, then this episode is for you! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we chat self-care with Lauren and Deun from Black Girl in Om. Black Girl In Om promotes holistic wellness and inner beauty with an emphasis on self-care, self-love, and self-empowerment for communities of color. Through their website, events, and podcast, Lauren and Deun share wellness practices with one another, and through this work cultivate richer understandings of what it means to be he...

If you haven’t already heard, we’re starting a Q&A section on our podcast. You can record your questions right into the podcast page on our website, and we’ll record our reply into a mini-episode. You can also questions on your phone, and send to us as a voice-note Today we're answering a very common question- what's up with the sugar in fruit? Is it okay to eat tons of fruit? Listen in and catch...

Do you often make New Year's resolutions but fail to follow through? You are not alone. Studies show that as many as 50% of New Year's Resolutions are doomed to fail from day one. In this episode we break down why those infamous NY resolutions don't work and what to do instead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my...

This month, we talk about the process of creating our 28-Day Plant Powered cookbook! We talk about how the idea came about, where we got inspiration for the recipes, and go into all of the logistics involved in bringing our cookbook to life. We hope you enjoy! You can support us by pre-ordering our cookbook here: http://www.foodheavenmadeeasy.com/plant-powered-health-reboot-cookbook/ For more info...

Today we're talking about our routines- what we do when we wake up, and how we wind down as bedtime approaches. Having a routine in place helps to set your day up for success. You feel good, in control, and are better able to manage healthy eating and lifestyle changes. This also results in improved sleep and energy levels. Hopefully some of the things we incorporate into our routine will be helpf...

Want to learn how to eat more sustainably? Listen to our latest podcast episode to learn about our top 6 ways you can be more sustainable in the kitchen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Since diabetes management is such a loaded topic, we broke things up into 2 parts. Last month, we spoke about risk factors for diabetes, signs/symptoms, getting a proper diagnosis, and the process of self-monitoring glucose (blood sugars) at home. This month, we’ll be go over diabetes-related complications, how to cope if you're diagnosed with diabetes, medication use, and lifestyle changes. Our s...

Since diabetes management is such a loaded topic, we broke things up into 2 parts. This month, we'll be go over risk factors for diabetes, signs/symptoms, getting a proper diagnosis, and the process of self-monitoring glucose(blood sugars)at home. Our special guest, Margarette Edouard, is a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)& Registered Dietitian (RD) and will be sharing all of her expertise with u...

This past week, we've been in Jamaica hosting our first ever Wellness Retreat with Jeff & Kalisa from The Runaway Jamaica. In this episode, they share their insight on food, cooking, and running a successful business with purpose. Learn more about them here: http://www.therunawayjamaica.com/ and follow them @therunawayjamaica See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N...