The Nourished CEO Podcast

Key Takeaways Postpartum preparation starts years before the pregnancy even begins. Getting the right nutrients will not only lead to a healthier pregnancy but will lessen postpartum effects. Furthermore, exercises that strengthen fascia will lead to faster recovery after the baby's birth. This should start as early as two years before the pregnancy itself. When postpartum conditions last for many...

Key Takeaways We don't have to agree on everything. But we should be respectful. Everyone has their own source of morality and values. This brings diversity which is an asset all its own. Just because we're different doesn't mean we don't have something to offer each other.     The recent elections in The United States have brought a lot up to the surface. It's highlighted my values as well as tho...

Key Takeaways Recognize what feeds you as a human. This goes beyond just food. What feeds you spiritually and mentally as well? Once you understand what those things are, you can begin to make a plan to feast on the good ones and cut out the harmful ones.  When trying to lose weight, adopt the mindset that you are already living a healthy life. Find alternatives to harmful foods and live like you...

Key Takeaways Setting policies for yourself is key to owning your own time. Having a policy of saying "no" to things you don't want to do is central to this. Making the conscious choice to choose your own priorities will help you overcome a fear of missing out and let you retake control of your time. To overcome procrastination, work to recognize the root causes of it. That will give you control o...

Key Takeaways A lot can change over the course of a year. When times are unpredictable, the support you get from a community like a mastermind is invaluable. It is also an opportunity to get really clear on what your business does and who you serve. The key is finding the right balance of structure and adaptability.     What a year it has been! I launched this podcast one year ago and so much has...

Key Takeaways Popular diets and images from social media promote the idea that you need to be perfect to achieve your nutrition and lifestyle goals. Don't be fooled. Nothing and no one is perfect. Being smart, intelligent, and flexible in your choices is the key.  Being flexible in how and what you eat will better help you reach your goals than a strict diet. Depending on your goals, there will be...

Key Takeaways The people you spend time with have a huge impact on your life. A mastermind is a way to intentionally build a network that will provide the feedback, insight, and support you need to succeed as a business owner.     What if there was one thing you could do to improve the success of your business? As a business coach, I've found that masterminds are that one thing. If you have a busi...

Key Takeaways Treating the symptoms of PCOS through deprivation, elimination, and hard exercise will likely lead to more problems. Stress and PCOS go hand in hand. If you're stressed about what you're eating and how you're exercising, that could make things even worse. When you understand that you're in control you can take positive actions to address your symptoms.     Sometimes what we are taugh...

Key Takeaways Personalized nutrition involves weighing the many factors that make up a person. Genetics, lifestyle, culture, and many other factors are all part of the complex picture of an individual.  Technological changes are inevitable. It will change not only how we interact with clients, but also how they receive services. Just because we were trained one way, does not mean we should stay st...

Key Takeaways Even when dealing with a chronic illness, focusing on what you still can do, rather than what you can't, is essential. It is the bedrock of positivity that opens up all your possibilities. In fact, when you realize what you're still capable of, despite the pain, you'll realize that you are stronger than ever.     It sounds hard to believe, but chronic pain and illness can actually be...

Key Takeaways The link between the state of your gut and that of your mental health should not be ignored. Your brain and your gut are in constant communication. Many issues that are associated with the brain originate in the gut. That's why many issues throughout the body can be rectified by improving gut health. It is possible for the body to get stuck in a state of trauma. There are many strate...

Key Takeaways A diagnosis of infertility doesn't mean it's the end. There is so much that you can still do to help you conceive. Hold on to hope.  Many approaches to infertility focus on IVF. But there are other routes to take too. Nutrition has a huge role to play. So does the thyroid gland. Getting the right information through the right labwork will help you address the root causes of infertili...

Nutritionists get into this line of work to help people, not for a love of money. But money is still an important part of your business. If you're a nutritionist with your own business or want to be, I'm sharing some of what I've learned about the topic of nutrition and setting your prices.   About Price Setting Many of us get stuck on the idea that you should charge what you're worth. This is ult...

Sadly, few women understand how their cycle actually works. With the lack of discussion and education, this is not surprising. In fact, we're often taught to just ignore our cycles even when something's clearly wrong. My guest today makes it her mission to reconnect women with their cycle and its role as an indicator of your health.   About Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is a certifie...

Few people discuss what happens to your hormones after menopause. In fact, there seems to be a lot of secrecy among women in this stage of life about their hormonal health. That's why I'm so excited to have Maria Claps with me today to shed light on this important topic.   About Maria Claps Maria Claps is a certified health coach, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, and mom to four grown...

We can learn so much about our spiritual and physical health from other cultures. I'm joined by Hilda Labrada Gore , host of Wise Traditions, to talk about how her health and ministry work has taken her to different parts of the world to learn about different culture's ancient practices.   About Hilda Labrada Gore Hilda Labrada Gore is committed to finding keys for maintaining and boosting health...

Stepping past rejection and into a life aligned with God, passion, and purpose is a story so many of us can relate to. I'm joined by Darryll Stinson , entrepreneur, pastor, and speaker, to talk about how a childhood full of rejection fuelled him to become who he is now.   About Darryll Stinson Darryll Stinson helps outcasts, forgotten athletes, and the down-and-outs turn their rejections into succ...

How can you approach and learn about racism while maintaining your conservative Christian values? I've invited Professor George Yancey, Ph. D. on Fed and Fearless to discuss this topic.   About Professor George Yancey, Ph. D. Dr. George Yancey is a Professor of the Institute for Studies of Religion and Sociology at Baylor University. He has published several research articles on the topics of inst...

Tapping is a technique that helps you find emotional and physical freedom so you can get back into your true flow - something we all strive to find! I'm joined by Stacy Claxton , an integrative health practitioner, to talk about how to release trauma and increase joy using tapping. About Stacy Claxton Stacy Claxton is a transformational coach and integrative health practitioner who helps stuck peo...

Most of the information out there about prenatal nutrition is out of date. That doesn't mean you have to forge ahead uninformed, it means you have to listen to other experts. I'm joined by Lily Nichols, RDN , to talk all things nutrition for stacking the pregnancy deck in your favor.   About Lily Nichols, RDN Lily Nichols, RDN is a registered dietician/nutritionist and certified diabetes educator....

It's time to build a solid foundation based on your relationship with God. I'm joined by Taylor Kiser from Food Faith Fitness to talk about how when she recognized the role God had in her life, she healed her body and grew her blogging business. About Taylor Kiser Taylor Kiser is passionate about helping women achieve health without obsession. It's her goal to help women accept their bodies and to...

Irregular periods are a common occurrence in women around the world. Whether or not you're armed with a PCOS or Hypothalamic Amenorrhea diagnosis, there are similarities and differences you need to know. I'm joined by Dr. Lara Briden to bust all those PCOS myths you think you know. About Dr. Lara Briden Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor and the period revolutionary—leading the change to better...

The dietetic field is not diverse when it comes to race or gender. My upbringing has not been diverse when it comes to race and economic class. In this episode of Fed and Fearless, I'm talking about educating myself about anti-racism and my mission to diversify dietetics.   About This Episode I've always been outspoken about how dietetics pushes a white western diet on everyone, regardless of thei...

When you include God in your fitness life, journey, and career, you are honoring your body, soul, and spirit and surrounding yourself with love. I'm joined by Jessica Hottle to talk about why she includes God and worship as a fitness coach and how walking in His love has changed her life. About Jessica Hottle Jessica is a fitness motivator and coach, Jesus prescriber, and speaker. She doesn't foll...

Intuitive eating, ditching diets, tracking your food… everything seems like it's so controversial these days. But it doesn't have to be! I'm joined by Emily Field RD , who is an expert in macronutrition, to talk about how eating to your macros can completely change your approach to food and nutrition for the better. About Emily Field RD Emily teaches women to eat a balanced diet using a macros app...