Inspirations by Nancy

“The sloppier the meal is, the better it tastes." - Nancy Ortinau Episode Summary:In this delightful fall episode, Nancy takes us on a journey through her excitement-filled world of tower gardening. Discover the fantastic nutritional benefits of acorn squash and sweet dumpling squash, both proudly cultivated on Nancy's tower garden. But the real treat? Nancy demonstrates how to prepare a delectabl...

“When the going gets tough, the tough make cookies." -Erma BombeckEpisode Summary:This week Nancy reflects on a hectic week and shares her insights on how to handle stress and find rewards in life. Nancy discusses various strategies, including humor, healthy eating, exercise, and hobbies, that can help alleviate stress and promote overall well-being. Join Nancy in exploring ways to manage stress,...

“It is my theory you can't get rid of fat. All you can do is move it around, like furniture." ~ Erma Bombeck  Episode Summary:In this podcast episode of "Cooking with Nancy O," hosts Nancy and Rick share their recent gardening adventures and provide instructions for making lettuce soup and a BLT salad. They discuss the bountiful harvest they've gathered from their tower gardens and their plans for...

“If you can replenish your body and give it the nutrients that it needs, it actually starts to rebuild, restore itself.” - Dena Woulfe Episode Summary:Did you know, that many diseases stem from nutrient deficiencies? Today Nancy interviews Functional Holistic Nurse, Dena Woulfe, on the impact our diet can have on our health, and the dangers of a low nutrition diet for us and our families. Tune in...

“When your mother asks, 'Do you want a piece of advice?' It is a mere formality. It doesn't matter if you answer yes or no. You're going to get it anyway." -Erma Bombeck  Episode Summary:This week, Nancy describes how to cook bok choy, a nutritious vegetable packed with vitamins and minerals. She talks about the health benefits of bok choy, including its high vitamin C, A, and K content, as well a...

“Never go to a doctor, whose office plants have died." - Erma Bombeck Episode Summary:In this episode, Nancy shares the importance of keeping the body strong and shares her personal experiences with maintaining physical strength. She emphasizes the need for both physical and mental strength, as well as the role of proper nutrition in supporting overall health. Nancy encourages listeners to engage...

“One never realizes how different a husband and wife can be until they begin to pack for a trip." - Erma Bombeck Episode Summary:This week, Nancy touches on the importance of taking a vacation and rejuvenating your spirit. She shares her own experiences of discovering the joy of real vacations later in life. She highlights the rewards of earning vacations through her direct sales company and the r...

"If we're not meant to have a midnight snack, why is there a light in the fridge?" - Erma BombeckEpisode Summary:This week, Nancy is joined by her husband Rick to delve into the world of pumpkins. Always a lover of pumpkin pie, Nancy is on a mission to find new and delicious fall recipes she can make with pumpkin. Nancy's culinary prowess comes alive in this episode as she demonstrates ways to use...

"A friend will tell you she saw your old boyfriend-and he’s a priest." -Erma Bombeck Episode Description:This week Nancy is joined by Certified Health Coach, Debbie Wedemeir, to discuss the significance of healthy friendships and the impact they can have on our lives. They share personal stories of losing friends and the challenges they faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Emphasizing the importanc...

“There's no soil involved and you can grow year round.” - Nancy Ortinau Episode Summary:In our first cooking show episode Nancy shares her love for aeroponic tower gardens and how easy it is to cook with the fresh produce they produce. Owning both outdoor and indoor tower gardens, she's able to highlight the variety of vegetables she grows. Nancy emphasizes the nutritional benefits of homegrown ve...

It Takes a lot of courage to show your dreams to someone else. Episode Description:Welcome to Inspirations by Nancy, learn more about your host and how she got started on her healthy living journey, and why her slogan is "Inspiring you from the inside out." Nancy shares how she started her cooking,  and why she is so passionate about helping people of all ages incorporate healthier food into their...