Once Upon A Food Story

Have you ever wondered if your relationship with alcohol might be affecting you on a deeper level? While we talk about food and the way it impacts us as a whole, we don't often examine what alcohol does to our overall health. Dr. Brooke Scheller, founder of Functional Sobriety and author of the new book, How to Eat to Change How You Drink, explains how systems like the gut and brain, as well as nu...

Ever caught yourself engaging in "all-or-nothing" thinking or the comparison trap when it comes to food and your body? These are known as cognitive distortions, and they play a pivotal role in shaping our attitudes and behaviors towards what we eat and what we think. Brittney Moses and Ranela Kaligithi, co-hosts of the popular wellness podcast Speaking Our Minds, believe that how we feel about our...

Want to boost your happiness, increase productivity, reduce stress levels, and even sleep better? It all starts with the way you begin your day!  Certified nutritionist Diana Weil and medical journalist Elara Hadjipateras and co-hosts of The Matcha Guardians Podcast, believe your morning routines and rituals can help you take charge of your day and create the energy you want to feel. They're on a...

Have you ever been so focused on caring for others that you forgot about yourself? For caregivers, it's easy to feel as if your needs come second. You might think: I don't have time and then self-care gets put on the backburner. This leads to burnout AND to not being our best for the people we love who need us.  Jessica Cording, a registered dietitian, health coach, and author, believes that we ha...

Do you feel a spiritual connection to your food? Whether conscious of it or not: The intention you put into a meal and the thoughts you have as you eat it have a profound impact on how the food affects your mind, body, and soul! Gia Hooper, a multi-dimensional healer, believes that we are all powerful creators, and we can raise the frequency of everything in our life… including the food we are eat...

What if the key to clearer skin isn't just about the products you're using but could also come from a well-balanced gut microbiome, nourished body, and calm mind? Maria Marlowe, certified holistic nutritionist better known as The Acne Nutritionist and founder of the skincare company Kuma, believes that through diet and lifestyle choices, we can clear skin naturally and get a healthy glow from with...

"Self-love" is a term that gets thrown around frequently in the wellness space. But what does it actually mean?  Jenna Banks, keynote speaker and bestselling author of I Love Me More, believes that cultivating self-love is one of the greatest gifts we can give to ourselves, yet so many of us aren't sure how. As a self-love, self-care, and burnout prevention advocate, Jenna helps women become their...

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting health advice out there? The truth is that we often make eating "healthy" and taking care of our bodies more complicated than it needs to be.  Sometimes, we just need to go back to basics, rebuild our foundations, and introduce some structure to feel like our best and most empowered selves. Kim Shapira, celebrity dietitian, nutritional th...

Do you crave downtime and the chance to truly unwind, but struggle to prioritize it in your schedule? What if you could slow down and make time once a week for a special meal where you disconnect from the stresses of your daily life and (re)connect with friends and family? For acclaimed cookbook author and culinary consultant, Adeena Sussman, the ancient tradition of Shabbat is a beautiful way for...

Have you ever stopped to think about how the nightly glass of wine or casual cocktails are impacting your health?  So often in the wellness space we talk about food and the way it affects us as a whole, but we don't often examine the massive role that alcohol plays!  Dr. Brooke Scheller, clinical nutrition doctor, author, and founder of Functional Sobriety, believes that this is the missing link i...

When was the last time you focused on your breath? Even though our bodies naturally breathe, most of us aren't conscious of the way we are breathing throughout the day. But once you become aware, there are so many benefits that come from focusing on your breath…you can change your mood, disrupt negative thoughts, increase productivity, reduce stress, energize your entire being, and so much more! S...

Do you feel pressure to keep pushing yourself even when you're running on empty? Are you trying to be everything to everyone else while putting your own needs on the backburner?  These are telltale signs of burnout, and so many of us are in the midst of experiencing it right now!  Candice Puthawala, former model and founder of Beauty Bar Chocolate, knows all too well what can happen when you ignor...

What does feel-good food mean to you?! New York Times bestselling author and founder of the widely popular blog Love & Lemons, Jeanine Donofrio, believes that "feel good" can mean different things to different people, especially when it comes to food. To Jeanine, feel-good food is seasonal, centered around vegetables, satisfies a craving, and is fun to make! As one of the original food bloggers wh...

Do you feel bombarded by information on "getting healthy" and find it impossible to keep up?!  All the noise can be confusing and overwhelming! And when it comes down to it, most of us don't have the time, money, or resources to spend our lives trying to chase wellness. Colleen Wachob, co-author of the new book The Joy of Well-Being, believes that you can live a happy, healthy, and long life witho...

Have you ever gone on vacation and worried about the food and being off your routine?! While traveling is exciting, a luxury, and something to look forward to, it can also come with a side of stress and anxiety. So many of us are afraid that we might go overboard and eat too much. Or we may have food fears, dietary restrictions, concerns about digestion, and the list goes on! Here's the thing: Tra...

Chances are you or someone you know has been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. While autoimmune diseases continue to be on the rise, there is more and more information on how those who have been diagnosed can take back their health and take back their lives. Amelia Meyers is an example of someone who has lived and managed Crohn's disease for over 20 years. As a certified nutritionist, actor, s...

Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, or stuck in the kitchen? Does cooking feel like one more thing on your to-do list? Imagine if making dinner felt easy (not anxiety-provoking) and even joyful and fun! Laney Schwartz, founder of the popular blog Life is But a Dish, believes that cooking your own meals can truly transform lives and be one less stressor in your day. It can also help you save money, eat...

Have you ever wished you could take a break from your go-go-go life but aren't sure exactly how to slow down? Most of us crave that downtime to recharge our energy stores, but we don't know where to begin. Best-selling author and founder of the Beauty is Wellness platform, Jolene Hart, believes that rest is an intuitive, brave, and even radical act — one that we all have the right to claim at any...

If you've been taught to believe that emotional eating is something to feel shameful about, you're not alone. But the truth is: food is emotional! It can soothe, evoke memories, create connections, and even transport us to another time in our lives.  You can eat for all sorts of reasons besides physical hunger: to console, to comfort, to cheer, to dull feelings, to distract. And that's okay, as lo...

Food holds energy and your energy starts to affect the food from the first moment you are in its presence. The way you handle it, the intention you put into it, and the thoughts you have as you prepare it all make a difference in how the food makes you feel! Holistic Chef Whitney Aronoff has made it her mission to help people live high-vibration lives with food and beyond. She believes that eating...

One in four women experience insomnia or the inability to fall or stay asleep. Not only does this leave us feeling cranky and exhausted, but it also plays a pivotal role in nearly every aspect of our health.  Double-certified holistic sleep coach Morgan Adams knows what it's like to struggle with sleep and how consistently getting a good night's rest changes everything! A former insomniac who used...

What happens when you have a life event that turns your world upside down? How can you find peace, fulfillment, and freedom when you experience a medical emergency, a broken relationship, or personal loss? Valerie Gangas, author and transformational life coach, believes that these experiences can be a gateway to expanding your consciousness and discovering the habits, rituals, relationships, even...

There is no question about it: we are living in the most confusing time for nutrition, health, and what it takes to feel our best. While diet culture has negatively affected most of us and taken us away from trusting our bodies, anti-diet culture has left many feeling shameful about wanting to lose weight or create structure with eating. Lisa Moskovitz, a "diet neutral" dietitian, believes weight...

Do you know the key to adding powerful health benefits along with incredible flavor to your meals?! Spices! And you probably already have a kitchen filled with them! Raina Kumra, food activist and founder of Spicewell, believes that the first stop when illness strikes isn't the drug store, it's the spice drawer. Growing up in an Ayurvedic household, she learned from her mother and grandmother to t...

Do you ever wish food felt simple, easy, and natural, not complicated and stressful?! Imagine a new chapter where all that stress about food (and eating) no longer existed. No matter what your story is right now, you can change it. You can learn to love to eat (without guilt), be comfortable in your own skin, and feel good about your choices. Nicole Modic, the uber-talented creator behind Kale Jun...