That's Healthy?!

Today, we are covering quality versus quantity. It's the classic question, "Is what I'm eating more important, or how much I'm eating the most important?" SPOILER! They're both really important when we look at the overall picture of your nutrition and your dietary habits. We're talking about the quality versus the quantity of food you eat and what can influence those things. We'll also dive into b...

Today we're covering a topic that is on the forefront of a lot of people's minds lately. Protein! Protein is so important and it's the macronutrient that I get the most questions on. So today I'm going to go through some frequently asked questions about protein and share my thoughts and what the research says about these questions. Some of the topics I'll cover are collagen, how to determine prote...

Today's episode is all about satiety. We are talking about what it is, how it works, and why it is important. This is one of those terms that I feel like has been thrown around a lot in the nutrition space, but I haven't seen a great explanation of why it matters to you and how we can build our diet around it. Creating satiety in your diet truly is a cornerstone to creating sustainability in your...

On today's episode, I'm kicking off the new year with a very popular topic…sleep! (or lack thereof) And how sleep affects our appetites and our bodies overall. I'll share some practical considerations (because we aren't always in a circumstance to get ideal sleep) and the reminder that not one single thing is going to make or break you in the pursuit of your goals.    Connect with Hope: Follow on ...

Today we're talking all about alcohol! It's an interesting topic all the time, but there's even more exposure or potential pressure to drink during the holiday season. I'm covering how alcohol works in your body, what causes a hangover, how to determine if having alcohol is worth it to you, and how to say 'no' to alcohol if you want to.   Connect with Hope: Follow on  Instagram Join my  email list...

On today's episode, I'm giving an update of my postpartum weight loss and body recomposition journey so far. I'm sharing a few key things to recognize, my mindset, what I'm doing to progress and move this process forward, and what helps me to be consistent even despite setbacks and nonideal circumstances.    Connect with Hope: Follow on  Instagram Join my  email list Check out my  website   Resour...

Earlier this week, I was on a call with a client discussing what was working and what areas we needed to make tweaks. And she came back to me with such a powerful question. The question was: "what are the things that make your clients most successful?" So in today's episode, I'm going to share my answer to that question and the characteristics that my most successful clients have in common. Even w...

On today's episode, we're talking about how to stay on track when you travel. But first, a little disclaimer: I actually don't like thinking of our nutrition as "on track" or "off track" but this title was just the easiest way to title the topic. Instead, our nutrition is a series of choices and every choice is a new chance to get back to where you want to be. You have the power to change your tra...

On today's episode, we're talking all about consistency. It's become so popular to throw the word 'consistency' around and has almost become a buzzword. Today I'm going to dive into what it actually means, how to become a person that demonstrates consistency, and how we can apply it to our lives.  Connect with Hope: Follow on  Instagram Join my  email list Check out my  website Resources & Links:...

On today's episode, I have Doctor of Physical Therapy Payton Busker on the podcast. Payton is my best friend and the Head of Content at Evlo Fitness. Evlo is the workout program that I've used consistently and exclusively for the last year and a half.  I'm currently working through their new postpartum program and today Payton and I are talking all about postpartum recovery, specifically through t...

Today's episode is a problem and solution episode in a Q&A format. I'm going to cover a few common problems and questions that I've seen as I work with my clients and the solutions and encouragement I would give them.  The questions I answer are:  How to differentiate between hungry vs. bored  How to deal with food FOMO How to eat enough protein in a day How to navigate a lack of motivation  How t...

On today's episode I'm sharing the very special story of our daughter's birth! Along with sharing Mary Kate's birth story, I also give some insight and encouragement to anyone who is about to experience childbirth for the first time. I share things I wish I would have known to hopefully ease your mind and give you confidence as you embark on this exciting and life-changing experience. Connect with...

On today's episode I'm talking all about cultivating a positive body image. This topic is incredibly important to me, especially as I think about my daughter and what I hope to instill in her. Everyone has a relationship with their personal body image, so knowing where you stand in that relationship, how to identify if it needs some work, and how to take steps to improve it, are all topics I cover...

On today's episode, I'm sharing 4 ways to take care of our metabolism even when we are actively pursuing weight loss. I'll cover what metabolism is and the factors that affect it. And as always, I'll share my encouragement to approach weight loss and nutrition from a perspective of balance and sustainability.    Connect with Hope: Follow on Instagram   Join my email list Check out my website   Res...

Today I have the honor of being joined by Ryann Kipping, MPH, RDN, as we chat about nutrition during pregnancy. During our conversation, we'll bust myths around foods we are told we can't eat during pregnancy and talk about focusing on nourishing for two instead of eating for two.  Connect with Ryann:  Follow on Instagram @prenatalnutritionist and @theprenatalnutritionlibrary Follow on Tiktok @pre...

Today I'm going to cover the 3 pillars of a sustainable diet. I'll also be explaining my two frameworks, PEC Plates and 2-Mac-Snacks, which are easy yet effective ways to help support a healthy diet.  Connect with Hope: Follow on  Instagram Join my  email list Check out my  website Resources & Links: 7 Days of Simple Meals eBook 30-Minute  Nutrition Consultation The Hopewell Approach  Course 1:1 ...

Today I have the honor of being joined by fellow RD, Tony Castillo as we chat about ditching the "all or nothing" mindset. We talk about how to identify that mindset, how to overcome it, and how overall when it comes to health, implementing the knowledge is just as important as having the knowledge. Connect with Tony:  Follow on Instagram @coach_tonycastillo Check out his website Connect with Hope...

Today I have the honor of being joined by Christina Chu, MS, RD, CSSD. Christina is a performance dietitian so today she shares her perspective in the sports field. We cover topics such as the best way to support your body before and after a workout, finding nourishment in our lives besides just with food, and of course, pickles!  Connect with Christina:  Follow on Instagram @christinaychu Check o...

Today I have the honor of being joined by Miranda Galati, RD as we talk about our shared goal of making nutrition doable and sustainable. We cover topics such as food rules, intuitive eating, informed eating, un-learning harmful lessons from diet culture, and how to really stay consistent and make nutrition a part of your life. Connect with Miranda:  Follow on Instagram @real.life.nutritionist and...

Are you confused by conflicting nutrition information and not sure what to believe? On today's episode, I'm going to share my 4 S.T.E.P. process in deciphering reliable sources. I'll also be roasting one of my very own posts that I shared back in 2019 (and have since archived!) as an example of how to use this S.T.E.P process.   Resources & Links: 30-Minute Nutrition Consultation   The Hopewell Ap...

On today's episode, I have Doctors of Physical Therapy Shannon Ritchey and Payton Busker on the podcast. Shannon is the Founder and Owner of Evlo Fitness and Payton is my best friend and the Head of Content at Evlo Fitness. Evlo is the workout program that I've used consistently and exclusively for the last year. Not only have I seen physical progress because of Evlo, but to have access to these w...

On today's episode, I have Jordan Syatt as my guest. I'm a long time follower of Jordan and I resonate so deeply with Jordan's content and the mindset he has around sustainability and achievability when it comes to fitness and nutrition.    Jordan Syatt is the founder of Syatt Fitness, an online fitness coaching business. He has helped hundreds of clients in the gym and thousands more online to ge...

On today's episode, I'm sharing my personal journey and evolution with dieting, weight loss, and nutrition. I'll share what has stayed the same and what has changed along the way through my experience of becoming a Registered Dietitian. And the best part? Tune in for the gender reveal of our baby!!   In this episode, we cover:  My desire and journey to finding purpose How nutrition and exercise ar...

Where can I learn about true wellness?  How can I develop sustainable habits? How do I realistically maintain a healthy diet? Will losing weight finally make me happy? How can I create a lifestyle that serves me and my goals?    Welcome to That's Healthy?! The podcast where we deep dive to answer these questions and so much more! Tune in for conversations with host, Hope Brandt RD, and guest exper...