The Happy Eating Podcast

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Rant Therapy - I’m So Over Gen Z Ruining Everything Nov 29, 2022

Show notes

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.

Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts of the Happy Eating podcast, Brierley Horton and Carolyn Williams, where we periodically share our real-life venting sessions with each other—AKA what we’re “so over”.

What’s Carolyn “so over” this week?

I'm So Over Gen Z Ruining Everything!

Thank you for listening to Rant Therapy on the Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes and new rants on Tuesdays. For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!

https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com

Learn More About Our Hosts:

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!

happyeating@gmail.com

Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

The Original Chill Pill: Magnesium REDUX Nov 24, 2022

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Dubbed “the original chill pill” by Psychology Today, magnesium is a mineral you definitely need to know more about. Especially considering that the majority of us are probably getting insufficient amounts, or taking other supplements that might be competing with magnesium. In today’s episode we’re zero-ing in on just this one mineral: why you need it, subtle signs that suggest you may need more, and how you can up your intake. You’ll get advice on how to pick a magnesium supplement and also learn about a very unexpected way to get more magnesium. Let’s dive in!

Follow our guest on Instagram: @ashleykoffapproved

Check out her website for these resources:

Recipes from the Better Nutrition Program

Find a Better Health Nutrition Provider

Magnesium/Calcium Optimizer Program: Want to get on the waitlist for the magnesium/calcium optimizer program in the Better Health Nutrition app when it launches in March 2022? Send an email to hello@thebetternutritionprogram.com.

Resources and References Mentioned:

Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!

https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com

Learn More About Our Hosts:

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!

happyeating@gmail.com

Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Rant Therapy - The Dressing vs. Stuffing Debate Nov 22, 2022

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What’s Brierley “so over” this week?

THE DEBATE! Stuffing VS Dressing!

Thank you for listening to Rant Therapy on the Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes and new rants on Tuesdays. For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!

https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com

Learn More About Our Hosts:

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!

happyeating@gmail.com

Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Is Dehydration Adding to Your Winter Blues? Nov 17, 2022

Show notes

Most of us actively try to sip water and stay hydrated—and we’re successful, at least until winter sets in. Did you know that when the temperature drops our body naturally dials down our thirst cues making it that much easier to overlook our hydration? In today’s episode, we cover why staying hydrated is important for your mental wellness, and why including electrolytes—specifically Ultima’s electrolytes—in your water is also a must-do. Don’t drop off too early because our guest has a special announcement!

Show Notes:

To order and learn more about Ultima products, visit https://www.ultimareplenisher.com

Use promo code HAPPYEATING to receive 20% off when you order by 12/31/2022.

Follow on Instagram @goultima

References mentioned include:

Drinking plain water is associated with decreased risk of depression and anxiety in adults: Results from a large cross-sectional study Effects of Changes in Water Intake on Mood of High and Low Drinkers The Hydration Equation: Update on Water Balance and Cognitive Performance

This episode was sponsored by Ultima Health Products, Inc.

Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!

https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com

Learn More About Our Hosts:

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!

happyeating@gmail.com

Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Rant Therapy - I’m So Over The TSA’s Inconsistent Rules Nov 15, 2022

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What’s Brierley “so over” this week?

I'm So Over The TSA's Inconsistent Rules

Thank you for listening to Rant Therapy on the Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes and new rants on Tuesdays. For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!

https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com

Learn More About Our Hosts:

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!

happyeating@gmail.com

Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

6 Foods Dietitians Eat to Boost Their Own Mood Nov 10, 2022

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We talk a lot on the Happy Eating Podcast about what we eat and drink to support our mental wellness, and what we feed our kids to support theirs. But what do other dietitian nutritionists eat to boost their mood? That’s today’s episode! We’re sharing what 5 other RDs eat, or drink, to boost their mood.

Show Notes:
Read the article on EatingWell.com

Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!

https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com

Learn More About Our Hosts:

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!

happyeating@gmail.com

Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Rant Therapy - I’m So Over Peeing On Myself! Nov 08, 2022

Show notes

What’s Carolyn “so over” this week?

I'm So Over Peeing On Myself!

Thank you for listening to Rant Therapy on the Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes and new rants on Tuesdays. For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!

https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com

Learn More About Our Hosts:

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!

happyeating@gmail.com

Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

7 Ways to Lower Cortisol (Almost) Instantly - Redux! Nov 03, 2022

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You may know cortisol as the stress hormone that increases belly fat. Well, it is that. But cortisol plays a role in a lot of other systems in your body—so when this stress hormone is chronically elevated it can do some serious damage. And interestingly, elevated cortisol is a marker for depression and other mental health conditions. In today’s episode, we explain how cortisol impacts your mental health, and then share 7 easy, yet science-backed ways to lower cortisol almost instantly.

Show Notes:

References mentioned include:

Cortisol as a Biomarker of Mental Severity Disorder

Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!

https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com

Learn More About Our Hosts:

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!

happyeating@gmail.com

Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Rant Therapy - I’m So Over Getting Kicked Off Facebook And Instagram! Nov 01, 2022

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You're about to hear Carolyn's rant on what's happened to her on social media, but she also needs your help.

First, she's lost communication with over 20,000 people when her FB & IG accounts were diabled, and she likely will not get her accounts back. To stay in touch, please go to her website carolynwilliamsRD.com and click CONNECT to sign up for her newsletter. Don't worry - she doesn't have it together enough to send out a regular newsletter, but this will provide a way for her to keep you posted when she is finally able to create new accounts as well as news and updates. Second, we need to connect with a real person at Facebook or Meta. If you know somene there that could possibly help Carolyn,send her a message on her website by clicking on COLLABORATE and submitting the Contact me form. RANT THERAPY!

What’s Carolyn “so over” this week?

Getting Kicked Off Facebook And Instagram!

Thank you for listening to Rant Therapy on the Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes and new rants on Tuesdays. For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!

https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com

Learn More About Our Hosts:

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/

Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/

Brierley Horton, MS, RD

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/

Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!

happyeating@gmail.com

Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Is Cooking Dinner Good For Your Mental Health? Brierley & Carolyn Disagree Oct 28, 2022

Show notes

Do you hate the responsibility of cooking dinner every night? Or do you look forward to getting in the kitchen after a long day? Research shows there are some great benefits to cooking, which we explore in today’s episode. And while we both agree with the science, this episode is a little different in that one loves cooking dinner and the other not so much.

Show Notes:

Don’t want to cook dinner either? Get Carolyn’s new anti-inflammatory cookbook Meals That Heal One-Pot!

Order here from Amazon

Order here from other retailers

References mentioned include:

More frequent cooking at home is associated with higher Healthy Eating Index-2015 score

How a 7-Week Food Literacy Cooking Program Affects Cooking Confidence and Mental Health: Findings of a Quasi-Experimental Controlled Intervention Trial

Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!

https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com

Learn More About Our Hosts:

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/