The Real Food and Drinks Lifestyle | For your body, soul & spirit...Feed Yourself Well!

Are you tired of the diet treadmill? Starving yourself only to gain the weight back? In this episode of the Real Food and Drinks Podcast, we explore "Painless Weight Loss"—a byproduct of getting healthy God's way, not a punishment. We dive into more pure food information inside of "Greater Health God's Way" to discuss why overeating is often a spiritual signal, not just...

Have you ever felt like your body is a car trying to run on sugar and caffeine instead of high-octane fuel? Today, we are going back to the basics of how God designed us to eat.1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (Your body is a temple).Eating "Pure Food" isn't just about weight loss; it's about stewardship.===============================================Join us as we explore 7 practical, spiritual habits to anc...

Join us as we explore 7 practical, spiritual habits to anchor your soul this season. From "First Fruits" mornings to "Breath Prayers" in traffic, learn how to stop trying to create peace and start accessing the Prince of Peace. This season, we are discussing how to nourish our souls by seeking God's word and God's ways for better health.**** We are creating a small, pri...

This week, we complete our discussion of better health by nourishing our souls through seeking peace for our lives in ways that honor God. We should be laughing and crying. We need to clean up our hearts and remove negative emotions. We need to be who God created us to be and love what we are doing in life. We can simplify our lives and live peacefully. #stressrelief #prayer #renewyourmind This se...

This week, we discuss how we can have better health by nourishing our souls through seeking peace for our lives in ways that honor God, and we will be searching for what God's word has to say about peace. Our discussion includes the following topics: Two Kinds of Stress: Positive or Negative Sources of Stress Signs of Stress Thankfullness How to find peace Seeking God Season 2 is based on our...

Hello! This is your starting place for building a healthier lifestyle down to the very core of you - your soul! During this season's podcasts, we share insights based on a wonderful book about God's ways for better health and feedback from our small, private community to which you are invited. 7 Steps to Greater Health Peaceful Living Pure Food Proper Exercise Plenty of Water Prayer and Fasting Pe...

Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-51-announcements-updates-winners Today we have a few announcements: (1) The winners selected from among those who sent emails or posted comments on the YouTube videos. (2) A new schedule for podcasts and videos Thanks for your support and encouragement! We want to come alongside you, as well, as we all continue moving toward a positive dire...

Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-50-be-intentional-simplify-and-lov e In today’s episode, let’s be intentional about putting to practice all the things we’ve learned and discussed during these last 50 episodes. Let focus on being intentional about what we are doing and how we are doing it, by simplifying things and doing them with love. We want to come alongside you, as we...

Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-49-top-5-toxins-negative-self-defeating-thoughts-part-5-of-5 Have you considered how our thought life affects our physical and mental health? Our thoughts mold how we see ourselves and the world. Negative thoughts and self-defeating beliefs negatively impact our mental and physical health as well as our relationships. It can lead to moodine...

Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-48-a-quick-reminder-about-stress Hi. We just want to remind you to take some time out to just breathe (and relax). Taking some time out to just breathe is exactly what we are doing this week. Thus, today’s mini-episode. And come to think of it, we should probably focus an entire episode on ‘just breathing’ and so we probably will. We’ve bee...

Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-47-top-5-toxins-body-and-personal-care-products-part-4-of-5 In podcast episode 47 we discuss specific toxins that are found in our body and personal care products. Yes, we can get a great deal of exposure to toxins in the products that we put on our bodies. Therefore, it’s just as important to take care in choosing these products so that we...

Show Notes:   https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-46-top-5-toxins-environmental-toxins-part-3-of-5 In podcast episode 46 we discuss specific toxins that are found in our home – where we live and spend most of our time. We will also discuss how we can detox our homes. It’s important to keep our living environments as toxin-free as possible so that our homes can be a safe haven for de...

To survive our bodies depend on water. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs water to work properly. For example, water helps our bodies maintain their temperature, lubricate our joints, and remove waste (toxins) . Today we also look at the importance of our water source and how to avoid toxins in our water, plus other ways to use water for removing toxins from our bodies. Here is the l...

Last week Patryce and I talked about the toxins that may be in our food and how to avoid those toxins. But just as important, in this episode, we want to remind you that the right food and water help to detox our bodies. Here is the list of the top 5 toxins that we will be discussing in upcoming podcasts: Food Water Environment Beauty and personal care products Stress and negative thinking Show No...

Today we are taking our first deep dive into the top five sources of toxins that can be making us sick. Unfortunately, food is at the top of the list. The very substance that should be keeping us alive and healthy can be the very substance that is making us sick. Here is the list of the top 5 toxins that we will be discussing in upcoming podcasts: Food Water Environment Beauty and personal ca...

Today the conversation is about raw foods vs. cooked foods. We share an article (see show notes), our experiences, and a few tips. Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-42-raw-foods-vs-cooked-foods We want to come alongside you, as well, as we all continue moving toward a positive direction to support our healthy lifestyles. If there are any specific ways that we can be of assi...

Hi, it’s Shonda. Today I want to bring to your attention a very interesting website by The Whole Grains Council. The Whole Grains Council is a nonprofit consumer advocacy group working to increase the consumption of whole grains for better health. The WGC’s many initiatives: encourage manufacturers to create delicious whole grain products help consumers to find whole grain foods and understand their...

Today we discuss ways to get the most nutrient-rich vegetables (and actually fruits, too). Our suggestions include tips for farmers' markets, co-ops, and frozen foods too. We hope this helps you get the most nutrients out of your fresh produce while providing much encouragement to do so. Thanks for joining us today. Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-40-the-freshest-vegetabl...

Today let's talk about why you should eat more leafy greens and how to do so. You don't want to miss this one because it includes some key facts, reminders, and pointers about the importance of leafy greens. Listen to the podcast and check below in the show notes for ways to easily add more leafy greens to your diet. Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-39-eat-more-leafy-green...

Today is to make sure you are available of a few resources that we use to help us maintain a healthy lifestyle.  And in order to provide you with even more help, please take our 3 question survey and let us know exactly what tools and support you are hoping for. Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-38-resources-for-the-real-food-and-drinks-lifestyle We want to come alongs...

On CDC’s website (link in the show notes) there is an article titled “The Harmful Effects of Poor Nutrition.” And the following chronic diseases are listed: Overweight and Obesity, Heart Disease and Stroke, Type 2 Diabetes, Cancer, and Deficits in Brain Function. The information is reported in a very clear manner. But the main question then becomes, who will implement and take action on these item...

We have all made excuses about why we can’t adopt a healthier lifestyle. Today we talk about excuses to eating better and some real steps we can take to overcome those excuses. Yes, you can.  At timestamp 22:35 listen for a special invitation to get your personal recipes 'revamped'. Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-36-excuse-busters-for-a-healthier-lifestyle We want t...

Creating an immune-boosting lifestyle is today's topic. Creating a good immune system is key to your health. If you need some ideas about what exactly to implement into your lifestyle, listen in on 9 ways to support your immune system. Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-35-9-ways-to-an-immune-boosting-lifestyle We want to come alongside you, as well, as we all continue movin...

Just like in our last podcast (and always), we state that eating as many plants as possible is a good habit to have. In today’s podcast, Patryce and I are bringing you information from Dr. Brooke Goldner about how to hyper-nourish using real foods. I’ve implemented some of these things myself and I noticed an increase in energy that I’ve been experiencing daily. This is a good thing that’s easy to...

Eating as many plants as possible is a good habit to have. Starting the habit of eating more plants at a young age is truly a great way to a healthy lifestyle.  Do you have a child that you would like to encourage this way? Listen in on Patryce and Shonda's conversation to discover some helpful tips. Show Notes: https://realfoodanddrinks.com/podcast-episode-33-how-to-encourage-kids-to-eat-mor...