Healthy Living by Giant Podcast

Get an inside peak at the story behind the foods you eat. Katie Evans joins us to talk about how her family farm in Bridgeville, Delaware brings the flavors of DelMarVa to your local Giant in the form of produce and ice cream. She also shares how the farm has grown over the years and how a recent appearance on Shark Tank has put them on the map nationally. Evans Farms:  https://www.evansfarmsprodu...

The "Winningest Man in BBQ" joins the nutritionists to talk all things BBQ. He shares his top 5 tips to up your BBQ game, insights into his upcoming cookbook on healthier BBQing, and the dishes and drinks he enjoys when he's a guest. He'll even give you his two cents on plant based meats on the grill. www.bbqindc.com  https://myronmixon.com/   Check out Myron's cookbooks here ( https://www.thebbqr...

Julia Cohen from Bowery Farming joins the nutritionists to discuss the technology behind hydroponic, vertical farming and the role it will play in feeding our growing population while reducing the carbon footprint of food. https://boweryfarming.com/

Dave Johnson, WTOP sports director and radio play-by-play voice of the NBA's Washington Wizards and Major League Soccer's D.C. United, joins us to discuss what he misses most about being on the sidelines during coronavirus, how his recent MS diagnosis has impacted his life, and how his mother taught him the power of nutrition when it comes to maintaining health.

While many of us are sheltering in place and social distancing, essential personnel like grocery workers, medical providers and firefighters are on the front line every day. Jonathan Tate, DC Firefighter/ EMT and Founder of Food on the Stove, and Battalion Fire Chief Tony Carroll, join us to discuss their day to day experience during the pandemic, what they need from the community and what they ar...

For most of us, the secret life of pets was just that  - a secret!  Now that we're all spending more time with them, we have so many questions!  Veterinarian Marianne Bailey, from Queenstown Veterinary Hospital, joins us to discuss the top questions she has been receiving  including sleep, physical activity, stress from having people around all the time, and, of course, what and how much they shou...

Ethan Soloviev, from HowGood, and Steven Jennings, Giant's health and sustainability lead, join the nutritionist to discuss how to shop more sustainably using the HowGood rating system, how COVID 19 is affecting the health of the planet, and what Giant is doing to be socially and environmentally responsible in every aisle.

Staying in place to prevent the spread of Coronavirus is a lot like being snowed-in, it makes you think more about toilet paper, getting outside and cooking at home. Meteorologist Justin Berk and his weather wife Shannon join the nutritionist to talk about their unique social distancing, what they put in their shopping cart prior to staying in place, and what they cook when they are stuck at home...

For National Nutrition Month and International women's Month, Julie Reisler, author of Get a PhD in You, a two time Tedx speaker and host of the podcast "The You-est You" joins the nutritionists to discuss how we can be our most authentic selves particularly when it comes to how we nourish our body and mind.

Scott Maher, Registered Dietitian and Director of Sports Nutrition at the U.S. Naval Academy, joins the nutritionist to talk about March Madness, how to feed elite college athletes, and his thoughts on the recent documentary "Game Changers" which encourages athletes to go more plant based.

Join the in-store nutritionists for a discussion on the relationship between food and brain health. Learn about the MIND Diet, the 5 types of foods to start including in your diet to support brain health, and lifestyle factors that play a key role in the prevention of Alzheimer's and dementia. Show Notes:  · Brain Health:  https://brainhealth.nia.nih.gov/   · MIND Diet:  https://foodinsight.org/wh...

Join the in-store nutritionists for a discussion on the relationship between food and anemia. Learn how simple dietary changes can help to prevent iron-deficiency anemia and pernicious anemia. Shopping list for anemia prevention:  · Iron. Iron-rich heme foods include meat, poultry, seafood and shellfish. Non-heme sources include beans, lentils, iron-fortified cereals, dark green leafy vegetables,...

Physician Assistant Nadia Richmond and Fitness blogger Alexis Reed join the Giant nutritionists for a discussion on why diversity in the health and wellness space is crucial to long term health outcomes in our communities. #NationalNutritionMonth Show Notes: Nadia Richmond, PA https://www.pamllc.us/team/nadia-richmond Alexis Reed, Flecks of Lex or on instagram @flecksoflex Jillian's Dietitian Grou...

Kevan Vetter,  the  executive chef and director of culinary development for  McCormick  Spice Company joins us to discuss how to spice up meal times, practical spice tips, how spice trends are identified, as well as strategies for using spices for health and romance.    Show Notes:   Flavor Macker App:  https://www.mccormick.com/articles/mccormick/mccormick-flavor-maker-app   McCormick Recipe Sour...

Join the in-store nutritionists for a discussion on the relationship between food and bone health. Get simple strategies for preventing bone loss and ways to change your diet if you've had a recent diagnoses of osteoporosis.  Show Notes:  National Osteoporosis Foundation:  https://www.nof.org/   International Osteoporosis Foundation:  https://www.iofbonehealth.org/   Calcium  · Calcium needs: 1,00...

Join the nutritionists and clinical psychologist Dr. Rachel E Burnett for expert advice on ways to combat the winter blues, how to distinguish the blahs from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and foods that cant boost your mood until the sun comes back.   Show Notes:   Dr. Rachel E Burnet, Licensed Clinical Psychologist: Washington Center for Weight Management & Research,  https://www.wtmgmt.com/...

Join the nutritionists for expert advice on the best apps for meal planning, shopping, and meeting your health and wellness goals.  From allergies, saving money, and sustainability to weight loss, FODMAP and diabetes there's an APP for that!    Eating Well Apps     Yummly  Meal Planner: scan food items to generate recipes, make shopping lists that sort by aisle   Mealime : can plan according to di...

Get an insider's peak at the hottest products for Winter recommended by the Giant Nutritionist Team. From plant-based proteins and winter produce to hot beverages and savory snacks # GiantHasIt !      Show Notes:   ·         Dole chopped salad kits and blends ·         Citrus: bagged mandarin oranges and key limes, pummelos ·         Freida's purple sweet potatoes ·         Cal-Organic Rainbow Bab...

Happy Holidays from the Giant Family!  Tis' the season to learn more about the people behind the scenes who help bring the holidays to your local Giant.  We'll share the family traditions that inspire us them time of year and how their supporting role helps you with your holiday traditions.  From the Eaton family's homemade cranberry sauce to the Tatter family's "green mold",  #GiantHasIt!

Beer and wine expert Hugh Sisson, founder of Heavy Seas craft beer and host of Cellar Notes on WYPR, discusses his top picks for the holiday season. He shares his take on Giant's own private label wine, "Artisan Vintners",  why it's okay to not take wine too seriously, and offers suggestions for beers and craft spirits.     Heavy Seas Craft Beers:  www.heavyseas.com   Cellar Notes Wine Reviews:  w...

Join the nutritionist team and Maria  Yanson  from ACAC for a discussion on how to approach your holiday season as an opportunity rather than an obstacle to kick start your health and wellness goals. They will dispel the holiday weight gaining myth and offer practical tips and suggestions to get a healthy jump start on your New Year.     Show Notes :    Five Tips for a Healthier Holiday Season   1...

We'll explore its origins, how a Generation X sitcom written by Baby Boomers compelled Millennials to start their own holiday, and what you can bring if you are going to your first or fifth Friendsgiving. # doitforthegram  # giantfoodies     Show Notes:   Recipe ideas from our blogs:  https://giantfood.com/gf-wellness/#/blog     Grab and Go Items:    ·         Savory - Charcuterie with meats (pros...

Join your Giant Food wellness team for a discussion on immune boosting foods and the best ways to prepare for the cold and flu season.  You'll learn what to put in your cart and why getting the flu shot is your best tactic. We'll also dispel some of the myths surrounding the flu shot and more.     Show Notes:     Nutritionist Blogs and Events:  https://giantfood.com/nutrition   Pharmacy Locations,...

Join your Giant Food wellness team for a discussion on immune boosting foods and the best ways to prepare for the cold and flu season.  You'll learn what to put in your cart and why getting the flu shot is your best tactic. We'll also dispel some of the myths surrounding the flu shot and more.   Show Notes:     Nutritionist Blogs and Events:  https://giantfood.com/nutrition   Pharmacy Locations, H...

Get an insider's peak at the hottest products for Fall recommended by the nutritionist team at Giant! From plant-based proteins and specialty ingredients to root vegetables and savory  snacks,  # GiantHasIt !    Show Notes:   ·         Apples & pears from local orchards    ·         Root vegetables –  carrots, potatoes,  rutabaga , parsnips,  beets    ·         Lacinato "dinosaur" kale     ·      ...