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Juice Cleanse, Dirty Secrets Jan 10, 2019

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New Year’s resolutions, weddings, reunions...all too often many of us look for a “quick fix” when we start to feel guilty after weeks of indulging, or a big event. For many of us, we might lead us to a juice cleanse - but, the consequences might not be worth the short term hopes.

In this episode, Jon and Megan break down the realities of a short, or long, term juice cleanse and how you can still get some of the benefits without the consequences - ensuring that you not only achieve your weight loss or health goals, but set the stage for long term success.

Jump Start The New Year Jan 03, 2019

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It happened, the “New Year” is now a reality and as we shake off thefog of all the Holiday sweets and treats diving into a full-blown NewYear’s Resolution May seem a bit daunting. Don’t worry, in this episode Jon and Megan share some simple tips andtricks - that you can use today - to help you build some greatmomentum while you take some time to be easy on yourself and ease intoa healthier January.

Our Favorite Food/Health Inspirations Dec 27, 2018

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In this episode Jon and Megan close out the first year of the show with some of their favorite resources for food and health inspiration. As we take a look at the year ahead, we talk about some of the people, places, books, TV Shows, films websites, etc… that have lit a spark for how they approach what we eat or how we prepare it in hopes that maybe some will provide some inspiration for you to take into the next year as well.

The BEST Healthy Supermarket Finds of 2018 Dec 20, 2018

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This time of year is stressful enough, and navigating the myriad of items on supermarket shelves doesn’t help matters much either: How much sodium is too much sodium? Does this have enough protein? Are these red berries safe to eat? Jon and Megan want to make it less stressful, and easier, for you to figure what is worthy of space in your shopping cart and will actually help you work towards your healthy eating goals. In this episode, they comb through the massive list of the BEST Healthy Food Products of 2018 compiled by our researchers at Eat This, Not That! Jon and Megan go through some of their favorite healthy groceries that earned a place in their fridges and pantries this year. These essentials—most new, some classics—will help make it easier for you to meal prep better, snack smarter, and stick to your healthy eating plan all throughout the year.

Dunkin’ Donuts: What You Didn’t Know Dec 13, 2018

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The saying goes that “America runs on Dunkin’,” and it appears to be a fairly accurate statement when you consider there are more than 10,000 Dunkin’ Donuts locations in the U.S. and a whopping 60 percent of their annual revenue comes from coffee. (Sugar-filled donuts don’t tend to be major energy boosters, after-all…) Now, with a variety of new menu items, you don’t even have to risk major sugar temptations to get their hands on one of the 4,657,534 cups of coffee the mega-chain sells every day. Fascinated yet? In this episode Jon and Megan explore some of the fun, helpful, and quirky facts and tips you probably didn’t know about this fast food giant.

Holiday Party Survival Tips Dec 06, 2018

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It’s the holiday season, which for most of us means a steady stream of holiday parties and festivities. We want to eat, drink and be merry right? It’s not really the time to drill down and clock every calorie you consume - or even worse, avoid carbs! However, you don’t want to go nuts either and Jon and Megan are here to help you navigate the party circuit armed with the best picks and smartest swaps to make sure you can focus on the things that matter most, like enjoying time with family and friends without being a party pooper.

Fun Gifts for Foodies Nov 29, 2018

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If the way to your loved ones’ hearts is through their stomachs, then there may not be a better way to celebrate the holiday season than with gourmet goodies. In this episode Jon and Megan have rounded up some of the best gifts for foodie to help you streamline your holiday shopping and ensure you pick the right presents for everyone on your nice list. Whether you stock up on these for your family and friends or for yourself (we’re not judging!), you’ll want these fun gifts for foodies on your holiday radar.

The Healthiest Fast Food Choices Nov 22, 2018

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Fast food gets a pretty bad wrap, but between trips to the mall, running errands or shutting the kids around to various activities, what are you supposed to do when you need a meal in a pinch? Thankfully, now more than ever, there are plenty of dishes at your favorite Fast Food stops that are loaded with nutrients and low in calories. In this episode, Jon and Megan highlight some of the best bets, for when you’re in a bind, selected by the team at Eat This, Not That who dove into the data and connected with nutritionists to make sure they were the healthiest choices available.

Thanksgiving: Your Ultimate Guide Nov 15, 2018

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Thanksgiving, or perhaps you’re more fond of referring to it as “Turkey Day.” But really, that’s a misnomer; because with the exception of that big bird in the middle of the table, everything else you’ll be eating—from mashed potatoes and stuffing to creamed corn, glazed carrots and pecan pie—it should come as no surprise that the average American will consume 4,500 calories on Thanksgiving - 3,000 of those at dinner! However, today is not a day to cut calories, it’s a day to make them count. Jon and Megan go round-by-round to tally up the numbers of your favorite apps, sides and desserts to make sure you make each and every one of those calories matter. Let the feast begin!

The BEST Slow Cooker Tips Nov 08, 2018

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Few cooking tools are as convenient and versatile as the slow cooker—especially if you don’t have hours to spend stirring at the stove. After all, what’s better than throwing a bunch of ingredients in a pot, walking away, and returning several hours later to find a hot, delicious meal ready and waiting for you? That said, there are a few things to know about using a slow cooker, and if you’re not careful, any of the following mistakes could seriously wreck the perfect meal you had planned. In this episode, Jon and Megan discuss the best tips to get the most out of your slow cooker to ensure a crowd pleasing and delicious meal every time.

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