The Happy Eating Podcast

Did you know that it’s normal for your circle of friends to change every 7 years? Are you worried about the number of your friendships shrinking? Navigating adult friendships can be very different from when we were on the playground in elementary school. In today’s episode we’re talking with Danielle Bayard Jackson, a friendship coach and TikTok influencer. And if you’re thinking a friendship coac...

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 don’t have to look far to find a clinic touting how vitamin B12 shots can boost energy, which in turn boosts mood. Vitamin B12 plays a crucial role in our bodies and our mental wellness. But do you really need a B12 shot? And can it really boost your mood?   Show Notes:  References mentioned include: Folate, Vitamin B12, Homocysteine, and the MTHFR 677C→T Polymorphism in Anxiety and Depression...

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...

Electrolyte waters seem to be pretty much everywhere these days. And now electrolyte powders (that you mix into drinks) are popping up more and more. So, this begs the question: are they worth the hype? Can getting in extra electrolytes really help how you feel, think, or even influence whether you’re hungry or not? We brought back registered dietitian Amanda Nighbert to help us sift fact from fic...

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...

Does your oral health play a role in your mental wellness? And if so (spoiler, it does!) are the everyday products that you’re using for your teeth, gums, and breath helping or hurting? In this episode, we’re talking with Dr. Mark Burhenne, a functional dentist, about the connection between how you brush and floss your teeth and whether those habits help or hinder your mental health. Show Notes: ...

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 of...

What if your boss insisted each year you take a 3 WEEK hiatus from work. No checking email. No work calls whatsoever. Turns out, some companies are doing exactly this. It’s called a work reset. We were so intrigued by the concept that we recruited the CEO of a company that has implemented a work reset to join us for today’s episode and tell us what it is, what inspired it, and what it really looks...

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 lack of sleep is never good for your mood and there’s plenty of research that supports a connection between poor sleep and mental health conditions like anxiety. So what do you do? Take melatonin of course! It’s become one of the most popular supplements to take for adults and kids for sleep, but is it truly helpful, or can it be harmful? And what if you have depression or another mental health...

Welcome to Season 3 of the Happy Eating Podcast! We are excited—and feel incredibly fortunate—to launch this season! But also, we learned so much from Season 2, and we made some significant life changes, too. So before we jump into a new season, we wanted to recap what our takeaways are from last season.  If you’re new to the Happy Eating Podcast, this is a great way to decide which episodes to go...

How bad is your Diet Coke habit really? In the nutrition world, there’s plenty of research on artificial sweeteners and their effect on body weight or blood sugar in people with diabetes. And more recently there’s been research on how artificial sweeteners impact your gut health. But what about your mental wellness? Well, that’s today’s episode! We dug into the research on the most common artifici...

We’ve talked about how cleaning up your diet is good for your mental wellness. We’ve also talked about how eating more fruits and vegetables has been shown to be good for your mood. But does that mean you need to take it to an extreme and lean into a vegetarian or vegan diet? And what about when it comes to kids and teens? Is a vegetarian diet healthy or harmful for them?    Show Notes:  Reference...

How many probiotic foods like yogurt or kombucha should you eat when taking an antibiotic? While the answer isn’t exactly clear, there may be a ballpark to aim for. In today’s episode, we’ll refresh you on the connection between probiotics and your mental health, plus share which foods are best to eat, and how much to aim for. Let’s dive in!      References mentioned include:   The effects of anti...

Is it possible for your antidepressant to stop working as effectively as it once was? It is. And in this episode we’re talking about antidepressant Tachyphylaxis—also known as antidepressant poop out. How do you know if you’re experiencing it, and what should you do? We’re sharing common subtle signs as well as the signs we’ve experienced.     Show Notes:  References mentioned include: Hopkins Med...

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...

Let’s talk alcohol; balancing the risk and benefits of drinking is constantly being discussed in the media. In today’s episode we look at how alcohol may affect your mental health. Is drinking a glass of wine while cooking dinner helpful or harmful? Could your girls night out be impacting your mental wellness over the following few days? And how much really is too much when it comes to mental heal...

Raise your hand if you use mouthwash. If this is you, you’re going to want to listen to this episode. Today we’re talking about another kind of mouth swooshing—called oil pulling. What exactly is it? What, if any, benefits are there to oil pulling, or is it just some alternative hippy trend? And why are we talking about oral care on a podcast that’s focused on mental wellness? Let’s dive in!    Re...

Have you ever felt like the full moon amplifies things? Ask most healthcare providers and kindergarten teachers and they’ll almost always say yes. There’s stats to even suggest that Emergency Room visits may increase. But is there any scientific evidence to back this up? In today’s episode, we’re talking about the full moon and its influence on us.   Show Notes:  Here’s how to follow our guest Val...

     You might have seen headlines, or even read articles that tout the immunity-boosting benefits of sex. Well, it turns out the benefits don’t stop there, particularly when it comes to your mental health. Yet, sadly our sexual activity is lower today than it has been in previous generations, which made us ask “could a lack of sex put your mental health at risk?” In this week’s episode, we’re ans...

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...

     Research says that about 18 percent of adults experience anxiety. And while we think that statistic is a lot lower than the reality, the point is, anxiety isn’t rare or even all that uncommon. In fact, most people experience anxiety at some time in life even if they’ve never been diagnosed. In today’s episode, we’re sharing our go-to tips for managing our own anxiety—what do we do, what works...

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...

Ashwagandha: The Supplement You Need for 2022  (Abridged Episode)      I need to take ashwa-whaaatttt? It’s rare that we push taking dietary supplements as a primary way to boost mental wellness, so the fact that we’re doing a whole episode on this naturopathic supplement should tell you a lot. In today’s episode we’re talking about Ashwagandha—the adaptogen that’s skyrocketed in popularity in 202...