The Joyful Health Show: A Non-Diet Wellness Podcast for Christians

In episode 26 of The Joyful Health Show , we interview military wife turned farmer, Paige Jackson of Grass Grazed Farm, about how gaining a deeper connection with the source of her food allowed her to eat sustainably and gain a whole new appreciation for God’s design of stewarding the earth. Instead of picking apart food by micronutrients and calories, Paige gives us a broader perspective on how t...

In episode 25 of The Joyful Health Show , we discuss the biggest Scripture-based question to ask when considering a new health practice. Instead of telling you exactly what to eat or which exercises to do, we will help you grow in personal discernment and Holy Spirit empowerment when it comes to adopting any new health discipline. We discuss: Discovering when health programs or plans become unheal...

In episode 24 of The Joyful Health Show , Aubrey talks with Joyful Health Coach and registered dietitian Megan Becker, about a very common question we hear: how do I know if I’m at a healthy weight? In our discussion, we talk about: Focusing on weight vs. focusing on health behaviors and what the research says The complexity and also normalcy of body weight changes throughout life The deeper motiv...

In episode 23 of The Joyful Health Show , we interview personal trainer, Revelation Wellness Educator, and Former Figure Competitor Tiffany Phillips about how the Lord changed her image of health from achieving the perfect body to a new awareness of how well she was loving others. In this episode, we cover: Tiffany’s progression from living in the South, then moving to Colorado and becoming aware...

In episode 22 of The Joyful Health Show , we interview registered dietitian Nicole Mesita and co-founder of "Body Bloved" about a specific health challenge she faced with her baby, how she found support through it, and how her story can apply to your situation as well.  In this episode, Nicole shares: When you feel like a failure in your health challenge, notice the shame that seeks to isolat...

In episode 21 of The Joyful Health Show , Kasey interviews registered dietitian, and co-founder of Joyful Health, Aubrey Golbek about sugar addiction: the science behind whether or not it’s real, why it’s such a common struggle, and what to do when you feel out of control around sugar. Read full show notes at  https://joyfulhealth.co/blog/episode21 Join the Joyful Health Course at joyfulhealt...

In episode 20 of The Joyful Health Show , Kasey and Aubrey interview Tracy Brown, trauma informed nutrition therapist, eating disorder dietitian, stress recovery coach, and nutrition counseling skills teacher about how our experience of trauma affects our relationship with intuitive eating. In this episode, we will dive into: Tracy’s personal experience with an eating disorder and how the Lord has...

In episode 19 of The Joyful Health Show , Aubrey interviews Joyful movement trainer and Joyful Health co-founder, Kasey Shuler about how to develop your own prayer walking practice, the physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits doing so, what prayer walking can look like, and practical tips to make it happen. Read full show notes at https://joyfulhealth.co/blog/ episode19 Join the Joyful Health...

In episode 18 of The Joyful Health Show, Aubrey and Amanda interview Christian counselor and educator Lisa Peck. Lisa talks with us about healthy coping skills, relational healing, and embracing a mindset of practicing over perfection.  In this episode, we will explore: How relational stress can lead to disordered eating and exercising  The Scriptural framework you can work on now to sup...

In episode 17 of The Joyful Health Show, all four members of the Joyful Health team discuss the ways in which we’ve  learned to prioritize our days for what matters with the Lord. We take turns answering the following: What it feels like when our days are prioritized well and we’re aligned with the Lord in our rhythms What it looks like when we’re frazzled and feeling out of alignment with wh...

In episode 16 of The Joyful Health Show, we interview a past Joyful Health graduate, Audrey Isabelle. We talk to her about her experience integrating grace and health and her journey recovering from hypothalamic amenorrhea. As a former competitive soccer player and food blog fan, God turned her perspectives on health upside down. She now loves sharing what she's learned and encouraging other women...

In episode 15 of The Joyful Health Show, Kasey and Aubrey discuss what it means for Christians to be healthy and how that differs from the world's definition and pursuit of health. In this episode we discuss: Our personal experience with both paradigms of health Biblical definitions of health Tried and true ways to live healthy over the long run Read the full show notes at https://joyfulhealt...

In episode 14 of The Joyful Health Show, Kasey and Aubrey interview Certified Health, Life, and Mental Health Coach Kassandra Baker about the very common question, How do I accept my body if I don't lose weight or if I gain weight after starting Intuitive Eating? Kassandra shares her personal story of eating disorders, weight gain, and how she  landed in a healthy place with the help of...

In episode 13 of The Joyful Health Show, Kasey and Aubrey interview Jeff Ash, host of the the Men’s Intuition podcast. Jeff talks about how to talk to your partner about intuitive eating in a way that builds connection, support, and helps you explain how this is different than another diet. Jeff shares how men think differently about intuitive eating, and practical steps to begin that conversation...

In today’s episode, Kasey and Aubrey interview exercise therapist Catherine Hamilton about how to move forward with joyful movement with an injury or other physical limitation. Catherine shares her personal story of how over-exercising led to injury, how she learned to lean on God alone in the middle of healing, and then how she became a corrective exercise specialist to teach others in turn. In t...

In this episode we talk with registered dietitian and recovery coach Brittany Braswell. Brittany talks about where to start if you’re struggling with an eating disorder, but how to gently incorporate intuitive eating. She offers scriptural insight, practical tips, and fills us with hope for recovery from eating disorders. In this episode we talk about: Leaning into the strength of hope and resting...

In episode 10 of the Joyful Health Show, we talk with registered nurse and intuitive eating counselor, Victoria Yates about when healthy eating becomes unhealthy. Victoria shares her personal story with disordered eating and distills her years of experience helping women redefine health through intuitive eating. In this episode we talk about: Why a black and white, good food, bad food, mindset is...

In episode 9 of the Joyful Health Show, we interview registered dietitian Emily Fonnesbeck about her journey with elimination diets and intuitive eating. Emily talks us through the difference between food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances, and the science of diagnoses for each. We discuss the slippery slope of elimination diets as well as some of the most important steps you can take to p...

In episode 8 of The Joyful Health Show, Kasey and Aubrey interview Erin Todd, co-host of the Intuitive Eating for Christian Women podcast and the writer behind Ginger in Progress. Erin talks about Christian meditation, what it is, how it helps in all aspects of our health, and ways to tangibly apply it in healing your relationship with food and body.  Read the full episode notes at https://jo...

In Episode 7 of the Joyful Health Show , we interview Revelation Wellness instructor and the Author of Good to Grow , Amanda Reynolds, about how to fit joyful movement into our already packed schedules . View the full episode details at  https://joyfulhealth.co/blog/episode7   Amanda shares her personal story of stress, illness, and burnout and how God met with her to show her how God’s...

In Episode 6 of the Joyful Health Show, Aubrey and Kasey interview board certified psychiatrist, Dr. Stefani Reinold to help shine light on a common struggle, “Why do we keep eating emotionally, and how can we stop?” View the full episode details at https://joyfulhealth.co/blog/episode6 Dr. Reinold shares her personal story from recovering from an eating disorder to practicing and teaching a grace...

In   Episode 5   of the   Joyful Health Show , we interview registered dietitian and Joyful Health Coach, Megan Becker, to answer the question   “How can I improve my nutrition without obsessing or dieting?” Megan shares her story of micro-focusing on nutrition in undergrad, trying out different diets, and feeling the negative effects of associating food with morality. When God...

In today’s episode, Kasey and Aubrey interview registered dietitian and co-host of the Intuitive Eating for Christian Women podcast, Char-lee Cassel to answer the question, “ How do I know if I’m listening to my body?” Char-lee shares her personal testimony of ignoring her body’s signals and experiencing an autoimmune disease and the redemptive work God’s done in and through that experience. She s...

In today’s episode, Kasey and Aubrey interview intuitive eating dietitian, speaker, and creator of the Peace with Food App Amy Carlson about the very common question, “Can I practice intuitive eating and still want to lose weight?” Amy shares her personal history with eating disorders and then how God met her with His Word and blessed her with solid eating rhythms to bring her back to the table. I...

In today’s episode, Kasey and Aubrey discuss whether or not body trust is biblical. They explore scriptural insights on the difference between our bodies and “the flesh” as the apostle Paul writes about it. They also explore the scientific realities of trusting our bodies for food and movement and give practical exercises to move forward trusting the Holy Spirit and God’s good design for your heal...