Healthier Everyday with Pritikin

In this episode, we explore the power of writing your life story. Join Patricia Charpentier, founder of Writing Your Life and Life Writers, where she shares valuable insights and practical tips to kickstart your journey into memoir writing. To learn more about a writing your life workshop at Pritikin visit: Pritikin.com/events To learn more about Patricia Charpentier visit: https://writingyourlife...

In this episode, we discuss our exciting new menu. Discover how we use the menu as a template and how to customize the nutrition plan to meet a variety of unique needs and lifestyles. Kara and Vince provide insights on the process of creating the menu and talk about the challenges of balancing flavor and wellness. Learn more about the new menu and Pritikin's Grand Revamp: pritikin.com/event/re-ope...

In this episode, we delve into the topic of “physician burnout”, exploring its causes, impacts, and how a visiting a wellness retreat can address this issue. Discover firsthand stories and insights from medical professionals who have experienced burnout, as well as the importance of prioritizing well-being. Join us as we shed light on this critical topic that affects not only medical professionals...

In this episode Cindy, RDN and Kara, RDN discuss the power of Nutrition and lifestyle changes. They talk about how they tailor advice for various personalities, emphasize core principles, and tackle challenges head-on. Also, you’re going to learn about mindful eating, harnessing the strength of whole foods, and making positive choices for a healthier life. Enjoy today's episode and don’t forget to...

In this episode, Kara discusses the pitfalls of relying on incorrect sources for nutritional advice. Find out how Pritikin's structured wellness education program takes the guesswork out of healthy eating strategies. Kara also discusses how personalized guidance from a dietitian can help you overcome a variety of unique challenges, from mindset to managing various health conditions. If you want to...

Discover the secrets to transforming your life and improving your overall well-being with the MELT Method. This simple self-care technique is designed to mitigate chronic pain symptoms, improve joint mobility, and enhance your overall sense of ease and well-being. In this episode of the Healthier Everyday Podcast, join Carol Espel, Pritikin's Fitness Director, and Sue Hitzmann, Creator of the MELT...

In this episode, Kara and Genesis discuss the relationship between stress and alcohol consumption. They delve into the effects of alcohol on the body, particularly on the liver, brain, and overall health. The conversation covers strategies for finding a healthy balance between social drinking and personal health goals. Kara Burnstine has over 20 years of experience as a registered dietitian. Kara...

In this episode, We are talk about sugar substitutes and artificial sweeteners. Kara and Vince discuss the risks and benefits of these products and they also explore natural alternatives for sweetening your food. Learn about the nutrition program at Pritikin: https://www.pritikin.com/results Kara Burnstine has over 20 years of experience as a registered dietitian. Kara coaches her clients for issu...

In this episode, we delve into the importance of sleep and its impact on our physical and mental well-being. We explore the connection between sleep and brain function, highlighting the role of deep restorative stages in brain detoxification. We also discuss the dangers of sleep deprivation, including potential health risks and premature aging. Furthermore, we examine how shift work can disrupt sl...

In this video, we explore the transformative power of Kundalini yoga classes at The Pritikin Longevity Center and its benefits for the mind and body. The Mind+Body Retreat at Pritikin is an exclusive event featuring mind body specialists, wellness experts, and Kundalini yoga. Kundalini yoga is a unique tradition that combines ancient wisdom with scientific principles. Unlike other forms of yoga, K...

In this episode, a Kara and Krista from the Pritikin Center discuss a new type of drug that can help with weight loss, specifically semaglutides (also known as Ozempic or Wegovy). They explain how semaglutides works to regulate glucose and slow gastric emptying, which can reduce appetite and induce nausea and constipation as side effects. They also discuss the potential benefits and drawbacks of s...

In this episode, nutrition experts Kara & Vince from the Pritikin Longevity Center in Miami, Florida, discuss the importance of protein in our diets and how to get it from both animal and plant-based sources. They explain that while animal protein is the easiest source to obtain, it also contains high amounts of saturated fat which can be detrimental to our cardiovascular health. The Pritikin...

In This episode Kristen and Mitch talk about how to stick to an exercise plan especially when the daily grind at work can make that difficult. They discuss the dangers of being too sedentary and ways you can combat the effects of sitting too long. Dr. Kristen Farrel-Turner is Pritikin’s licensed psychologist. She has published several peer-reviewed articles on a variety of topics within health psy...

In this episode, Kara and Vince talk about how the way food looks can influence our appetite. They talk about how food companies use different color in their packaging and ingredients to get attention. They also discuss the ways you can use the look and feel of different foods to your advantage in order to stick to a nutrition plan. Enjoy todays episode and don’t forget to like and subscribe. Kara...

Kara and Maria, Pritikin's registered dietitian and endocrinologist, breakdown what it means to be insulin resistant. They discuss all sorts of different ways you can prevent and treat and pre diabetes. Kara Burnstine has over 20 years of experience in the nutrition field ranging from clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, and private practice. In her practice, Kara coached her clients in we...

Strategies you can implement to not only maintain, but improve sexual health. Hear Danine Fruge, MD, Pritikin's Medical Director, and Frank Musumeci, Pritikin's Biomechanical & Musculoskeletal Director, discuss what causes poor sexual health and solutions to those issues.

Pritikin's Exercise Physiologist, Ashley, talks about why it's important to look at going to the gym as more than just a physical activity, but something so much more. She also talks about the importance of stretching and why everyone to stretch on a regular basis. Listen to more conversations with health experts: https://www.pritikin.com/conversations-with-the-health-experts-at-pritikin Learn abo...

In this episode Kara and Vince, Pritikin's Registered Dietitian and Chef, talk about ways you can make boring healthy food taste better, how to stick to a nutrition plan, and making small changes to traditional recipes. Listen to more conversations with health experts: https://www.pritikin.com/conversations-with-the-health-experts-at-pritikin Learn about the nutrition program at Pritikin: https://...

America is not getting healthier. People seem to be unaware of the dangers of an unhealthy lifestyle. Kimberly Gomer RD, Director of Nutrition at Body Beautiful Miami, and Carol Espel MS, Director of Fitness at Pritikin Longevity Center, talk about why we need to be aware of the dangers of diabetes and prediabetes.

Simple changes to some popular holiday meals can make all the difference. Vince & Kara talk about holiday favorites like potato latkes, eggnog, and pork tenderloin and how to make them just a little healthier. Happy Holidays from Pritikin! Get to know Chef Vince & Kara: https://www.pritikin.com/health-experts Listen to more conversations with health experts: https://www.pritikin.com/conver...

Being mindful is a challenge during the holidays. Licensed psychologist and registered dietitian, Kristen and Kara, discuss the challenges of being mindful over the holiday season.

Registered Dietitian, Kara, and Chef Vince talk about the typical thanksgiving foods (turkey, stuffing, sweet potato casserole, pumpkin pie, cranberry sauce) and easy tweaks you can do to make them healthier to eat. They also talk about mindful strategies to not completely go off the rails and ruin your progress.

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Registered Dietitians, Kara and Lon, talk about the challenges of maintaining a healthy eating strategy, and how Pritikin can help make sure the investment into wellness pays off. Get to know Lon & Kara: https://www.pritikin.com/health-experts Listen to more conversations with health experts: https://www.pritikin.com/conversation... Learn about the nutrition program at Pritikin: https://www.pr...

Registered Dietitian, Kara, and Chef Vince talk about their favorite fall foods and the nutritional value of pumpkin. They also discuss some of the reasons tofu gets a bad reputation and why it is actually a very good food product if you know what to look for. Get to know Chef Vince & Kara: https://www.pritikin.com/health-experts Listen to more conversations with health experts: https://www.pr...