The Happy Eating Podcast

Between the family gatherings, get-togethers with friends, and work- or community-related parties, it often feels like we’re jumping from one holiday eating occasion to the next. And if you’re like us, that also might mean some stress and even guilt about indulging in less healthy foods—and what you might have to deal with in January. In today’s episode, we’re talking about holiday weight gain (it...

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts o...

Did you know that the average adult drinks double their usual amount of alcohol during the holiday season? Whether or not your drinking during this time of year increases or not, we’re saying ditch the guilt because sometimes it can be necessary! That said, awareness is super important and so in this episode we’re offering up 5 tips to mindfully enjoy your favorite holiday drinks this season.   Fo...

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts o...

There’s a noise trend going on. Check out YouTube, Spotify playlist, even your iPhone home screen and you’ll find it. We’re talking about colored noises like white, brown, and pink noises. They’re touted as being able to help increase your focus, productivity, and sleep quality. And now that we’ve tried them, we swear by the productivity effects that brown noise has when we need to tackle a work p...

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts o...

A cancer diagnosis comes into your life suddenly and unexpectedly—even if you aren’t the patient. In the days, weeks, and months that follow there’s a lot that unfolds from diagnosis to treatment. When you’re not the patient, it may be a little unnerving to know how best to support your family member or friend who has cancer. What should you say or do? What should you not say or do? In today’s epi...

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic, and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts...

The holiday season is joyful, yes, but it’s also stressful. In today’s episode, Carolyn and I share how we attempt to survive the season. It’s a little bit of just good advice that we’ve learned the hard way over the years.    Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingp...

  The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts...

Dubbed “the original chill pill” by Psychology Today, magnesium is a mineral you definitely need to know more about. Especially considering that the majority of us are probably getting insufficient amounts, or taking other supplements that might be competing with magnesium. In today’s episode we’re zero-ing in on just this one mineral: why you need it, subtle signs that suggest you may need more,...

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts o...

Most of us actively try to sip water and stay hydrated—and we’re successful, at least until winter sets in. Did you know that when the temperature drops our body naturally dials down our thirst cues making it that much easier to overlook our hydration? In today’s episode, we cover why staying hydrated is important for your mental wellness, and why including electrolytes—specifically Ultima’s elect...

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts o...

We talk a lot on the Happy Eating Podcast about what we eat and drink to support our mental wellness, and what we feed our kids to support theirs. But what do other dietitian nutritionists eat to boost their mood? That’s today’s episode! We’re sharing what 5 other RDs eat, or drink, to boost their mood.   Show Notes: Read the article on EatingWell.com   Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating...

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts o...

You may know cortisol as the stress hormone that increases belly fat. Well, it is that. But cortisol plays a role in a lot of other systems in your body—so when this stress hormone is chronically elevated it can do some serious damage. And interestingly, elevated cortisol is a marker for depression and other mental health conditions. In today’s episode, we explain how cortisol impacts your mental...

You're about to hear Carolyn's rant on what's happened to her on social media, but she also needs your help.    First, she's lost communication with over 20,000 people when her FB & IG accounts were diabled, and she likely will not get her accounts back. To stay in touch, please go to her website  carolynwilliamsRD.com  and click   CONNECT  to sign up for her newsletter. Don't worry - she doesn't...

Do you hate the responsibility of cooking dinner every night? Or do you look forward to getting in the kitchen after a long day? Research shows there are some great benefits to cooking, which we explore in today’s episode. And while we both agree with the science, this episode is a little different in that one loves cooking dinner and the other not so much.    Show Notes:   Don’t want to cook dinn...

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts o...

We’ve grown up thinking that fluoride is that nutrient that can do no harm. And if we don’t have it, we’ll end up with a mouth full of cavities. It seems no one has questioned that line of thinking or why fluoride was even added to our water supply. That is, until recently. In this episode we talk with Dr. Mark Burhenne, a functional dentist, about fluoride:  When is fluoride good for you? When is...

Fruits and vegetables are two foods whose health value and necessity in the diet are rarely questioned, and this is for good reason since research consistently suggests that the nutrients and compounds in them improve physical and mental health. But is this true for all fruits and vegetables? Does eating tomatoes, white potatoes, eggplant, and others in the nightshade family do more harm than good...

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts o...

At the end of September, the US Preventive Services Task Force made the recommendation that all adults under the age of 65 years be screened for anxiety by their healthcare provider. Why is this newsworthy? It includes screening all adults including those who do not have a diagnosed mental health disorder and are not showing any signs or symptoms of anxiety.  This same recommendation was made for...

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.     Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts o...