The Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast

Hello, my friends!   It's been a while!  I'm happy to be back from my little break.   It's also been a while since I focused on the importance of gut health.  We are in the throws of the holiday season and cold and flu season, so our immune system is being tested by all the things...bugs in the air, the stress of the season, holiday parties, and treats galore.  So to help you stay h...

Unlock the secrets to sustainable weight loss and a healthier you! 🌱 Join me in this enlightening episode, where I dive into 8 science-backed principles that can transform your journey to better health. From mindful eating to balancing your diet, we've got you covered. Tune in and discover the path to lasting wellness If you want more support with this!  Join my 4 Week - Diet Reset Program L...

I'm excited to explore the secrets to a vibrant, balanced life in this week's episode. We'll delve into the power of nutrition, share stress-busting strategies, and discuss the science-backed tips you need for your journey to optimal well-being. 🌿💫 Join my 4-week Diet Reset Live Group Coaching program - It starts October 15, 2023!  Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram , Faceb...

What's the deal with artificial sweeteners? Are they bad? Good? Somewhere in between?  The WHO just came out with a statement categorizing the artificial sweetener aspartame as "potentially carcinogenic to humans". This is distressing, but honestly, not a surprise to me. Holistic practitioners have warned about the potential adverse effects of these artificial chemicals being a part...

3 Simple Things You Can Do To Kickstart Your Wellness Journey Do you want to create new healthy habits but don't know how to start? Are you a little overwhelmed by the health information out there that you just don't know where to start? Well, I've got you! In this episode, I give you a simple and doable place to begin in each of my 3 pillars of health, nutrition, movement, and mind...

Join me on the latest episode of The Pusuit of Wholeness Podcast as I explore the powerful connection between Food and Emotions . 🤔 Did you know that what you eat and drink can trigger emotional eating?   Discover the foods that can trigger emotional eating and make staying aligned with your goals harder!  But the good news is, there are foods (and spices, herbs and teas) that help support your m...

Ever wondered how stress impacts your eating habits? This episode unravels the connection between stress management and emotional eating. Discover practical strategies and expert insights to regain control over your well-being. Join us on this transformative journey! Do you struggle with Emotional Eating?  My Mindful Eating guide would help!  Download it here!  Let's hang out! Find me on Inst...

Hey there, my friends! 🌟 Ever felt like your energy levels are on a rollercoaster?  Or maybe you just feel fatigued all the time.   Well, today i'm excited to dive into something seriously cool on our latest podcast episode – metabolic flexibility! We're about to unravel the science and give some really actionable steps to increase your energy, support your blood sugar, and supercharge...

Let's talk about Carbs!  There is a lot of confusing information about there, so I want to break down this topic to make so you can make more informed food choices!  Join me as we explore the science behind these vital energy sources and unravel the differences between simple and complex carbs. From understanding blood sugar regulation 📊🍭 to providing actionable insights, we're diving...

 🌼 Ready for some real talk? In this episode, we're diving deep into a topic that affects many of us: Insulin Resistance in Women Over 40. 🤓 But don't worry, I'm (trying) keeping it light and easy to understand. Plus, I'm spilling the beans about my own health journey over the past few years – the ups, the downs, and everything in between.  Let's navigate this journey to...

Our liver plays a crucial role in our health and is important in various bodily functions, including metabolism, detoxification, and nutrient storage. A Healthy liver is so important to overall health and longevity. The liver isn't really something I have been overly focused on but over the over the last 6 months I have had a few patients with a condition called Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Dise...

Starting a new workout regimen and not sure how to nourish yourself?  Maybe you have been working out for a while and want to uplevel your nutrition game. Fantastic! Have I got the episode for you!  I am talking with The Runner's Dietitian,  Ellen Landed RDN, about fueling your body for optimal performance! We discuss the role of carbohydrates, fat, and protein in fueling and recovery for opt...

Do you want to know one of the biggest reasons I see people struggle to achieve their health and weight loss goals?  No, it's not discipline.... Or willpower... Or  because they "have-no-time-because-they-have-12million-things-on-their-todo-list" (actually, this is part of the problem..)  The reason people struggle to make sustainable progress. Is they don't support themselves...

Do you ever feel out of control around food? Do you want to drop a few lbs but don't want to be a slave to food rules and feel restricted? Or maybe you want to be healthier and make healthier choices more consistently.   Is this You? Me too!  Emotional eating, feeling out of control around food, and shame around food and my food choices, Took up so much  (way toooo much) of my mental and emot...

Living on Purpose.  What does that mean to you?   To me living on purpose and being intentional with your time and energy is the secret ingredients to happiness and fulfillment.   It is so easy to spend so much of our time and energy living for the future, doing and reliving the disappointments and resentments of the past.  Living in the present is where we find happiness, contentment and peace. ...

Hey there, sunshine lovers! ☀️ One more reason to love a sunny day! Vitamin D, baby!  Did you know our bodies make Vitamin D from sunshine? Yep! Today I dive deep into Vitamin D. I talk about how it's made, why so many people are deficient, and what you can do about it! I have wanted to learn more about vitamin D because many people, including myself, are deficient! A little sunshine goes a l...

"Style is something each of us already has, all we need to do is find it." — Diane von Furstenberg I LOVED my conversation with Lusia Nunez, stylist at luisanunez.com. We talked all about how to find YOUR style and what YOU feel comfortable with is how you support building confidence.  Clothes make you confident; they enhance your confidence. Luisa shares her favorite tip when building y...

Who doesn't love getting away?  I LOVE traveling, but sometimes I get too off track with my regular diet, and when I get back, I feel blah!  So are some simple tips to stay consistent on your next vacation while enjoying every moment!  Main takeaways: Plan ahead and Pack healthy Snacks Hydrate  Portion Control Find Balance (Protein, Complex Carbs and Fat) and Prioritize Vegetable and Fruit  W...

It's summertime, and that means swimsuit season! Summertime is my favorite time of year! There is so much fun and joy to be had, but so many women limit their joy and experiences because they don't want to get into a swimsuit. After all, they want to some weight. And this breaks my heart because they are missing out on fun and memories because of some idea of who they NEED to be. And the...

Sara Haas RD, is a registered dietitian, professional chef, author of 2 cookbooks, and food contributor to so many online sites like Eating Well Magazine , Allrecipes ,  Kitchn and I am so thrilled she joined me to talk about Summer cooking and much more!  My intention for this episode was to talk all things summer cooking, summer produce, grilling...etc.  But we ended up talking about that, but s...

Sobriety offers freedom for those who struggle with addiction! But it can be hard to achieve and maintain.  Nutrition has a huge impact on recovery,  reducing cravings, and staying sober.   In today's episode, I explore the implications of addiction on your nutritional health and why people beginning the journey into sobriety.  -  replenishing nutrient depletions - the importance of getting e...

Today I am digging deeper into a few of the specific nutrients essential in supporting your mental health!  Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram , Facebook , and Pinterest . Find out more about my done-for-you Meal Plans and Wellness Bundles Visit My Wellness Shop - The Mediterranean Diet Bundle (Recipes, 4-Week Meal Plan, and More!) - The Clean Eating Starter Kit ( Recipes, Meal Prepping Gui...

This has probably been one of my favorite episodes to date!  It's not just because I think the world of my guest Julie Moss LPC, but because Anxiety affects so many people, including myself!  I love the way Julie describes and explains why we get anxious, how it can sometimes be helpful to us, ad how when our anxiety runs a muck, we can begin to understand it, work with it and move through it...

In my latest episode of The Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast, I am talking about one of my favorite and (I think) most important topics in wellness, Emotional Eating.  It's one of the biggest things that get in the way of our best intentions and highest goals.  And the kicker is, it happens so unintentionally and subconsciously that it's hard to stop and it makes us feel like such a weak-wil...

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, so this is the perfect time to introduce you to the topic of The impact of Nutrition on Mental Health!   I am thrilled to introduce you to  Adrien Paczosa RD, LD, CDERD-S. Adrien has more than 20 years of experience working in the dietetic field with a focus on eating disorders, neurochemistry nutrition, and business development. In 2007, Paczosa foun...