The Happy Eating Podcast

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Rant Therapy: I’m So Over….The Week Between Christmas and New Year’s Dec 29, 2021

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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? The week between Christmas and New Year’s. Can you relate? If not, she still feels better.

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

How the Gut-Brain Connection Influences Your Mental Wellness Dec 23, 2021

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The connection between your diet and your mental wellness may seem to be all about how foods and nutrients impact the brain, but that’s only a small part of it. Turns out, what’s more important is how that food impacts your gut and overall gut health.

The gut-brain connection is more complex than we ever knew and there’s a lot of truth to trusting that “gut” feeling. What should you eat (or not eat)? Should you take probiotics? We’re exploring all of this and more in this shortened remix of The Gut-Brain Connection: How Gut Health Affects Your Mood and Mental Wellness (Season 1, Episode 2).

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

References and links mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes for the original episode, The Gut-Brain Connection: How Gut Health Affects Your Mood and Mental Wellness (Season 1, Episode 2).

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happy-eating-podcast/id1558793380?i=1000517198740

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

Ashwagandha: The Supplement You Need for 2022 Dec 16, 2021

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Ashwagandha: The Supplement You Need for 2022

I need to take ashwa-whaaatttt? It’s rare that we push taking dietary supplements as a primary way to boost mental wellness, so the fact that we’re doing a whole episode on this naturopathic supplement should tell you a lot. In today’s episode we’re talking about Ashwagandha—the adaptogen that’s skyrocketed in popularity in 2020 and 2021 and it’s powerful potential to help you manage stress and anxiety.

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

References mentioned:

A Prospective, Randomized Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study of Safety and Efficacy of a High-Concentration Full-Spectrum Extract of Ashwagandha Root in Reducing Stress and Anxiety in Adults

An Alternative Treatment for Anxiety: A Systematic Review of Human Trial Results Reported for the Ayurvedic Herb Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)

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

5 Tips to Keep Stress and Anxiety from Sabotaging Your Sleep Dec 08, 2021

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You’ve probably guessed that a lack of sleep doesn’t help anything, including your mood. But did you know there’s a connection between sleep and mental health conditions—as in a lack of sleep can make daily worries, stress, and even anxiousness worse? And that, in turn, fuel sleep troubles. Today we’re shining a light on the connection between sleep and mental wellness and sharing our favorite 5 tips — that you likely haven’t heard before — for getting a good night’s rest.

Does Improving Sleep Lead to Better Mental Health? A Protocol for a Meta-Analytic Review of Randomised Controlled Trials

Uncertainty and anticipation in anxiety: an integrated neurobiological and psychological perspective Hyperarousal and sleep reactivity in insomnia: current insights

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

The Truth About Holiday Weight Gain Dec 01, 2021

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Between the family gatherings, get-togethers with friends, and work- or community-related parties, it often feels like we’re jumping from one holiday eating occasion to the next. And if you’re like us, that also might mean some stress and even guilt about indulging in less healthy foods—and what you might have to deal with in January. In today’s episode, we’re talking about holiday weight gain (it’s a lot less than you probably think!), and how to ditch the holiday guilt.

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 References Mentioned: A Prospective Study of Holiday Weight Gain Effects of Exercise during the Holiday Season on Changes in Body Weight, Body Composition and Blood Pressure Avoiding Holiday Seasonal Weight Gain with Nutrient-Supported Intermittent Energy Restriction: a Pilot Study 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

Why Holiday Drinking Can Be Necessary Nov 24, 2021

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Did you know that the average adult drinks double their usual amount of alcohol during the holiday season? Whether or not your drinking during this time of year increases or not, we’re saying ditch the guilt because sometimes it can be necessary! That said, awareness is super important and so in this episode we’re offering up 5 tips to mindfully enjoy your favorite holiday drinks this season.

For a deep dive on how alcohol consumption impacts your mental wellness, listen to Episode 6 in Season 1: Does Alcohol Affect Your Mental Wellness?

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happy-eating-podcast/id1558793380?i=1000522504220

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

The Postpartum Episode: 2 Important Supplements & Why You Need to Listen to Your Body Nov 17, 2021

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Even if you’ve experienced postpartum depression or been close to someone who has, you may not realize exactly what it can look like—or how it differs from the “baby blues.” Postpartum depression symptoms actually go beyond the stereotypical ones that you commonly hear, and Brierley touches on that and shares some of her own experience with postpartum depression. In today’s episode, we’re talking all about what new mothers—or people who are supporting new mothers—need to know, including how physical changes and ailments can play into that depression.

Learn more about our sponsor, Rehab Specialists, and owner and podcast guest, Gail Pekelis:

http://www.rehabspecialistsinc.net

http://www.rehabspecialistsinc.net/about-us/our-staff/gail-pekelis/

Resources and References Mentioned:

Complementary health approaches for postpartum depression: A systematic review

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327195167_Complementary_health_approaches_for_postpartum_depression_A_systematic_review

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

5 Weird Signs You Might Have a Gut Issue Nov 10, 2021

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You might assume that signs of a gut health issue surface only through changes and symptoms in your intestinal tract. And sometimes they do. But they can also pop up in other areas of your body far from your gut. Because there is a connection between your gut and your brain, disruptions to your gut health could impact your mental wellness. Today we’re sharing 5 weird signs that you may have a gut issue and what to do about it. Let’s dive in!

A fermented-food diet increases microbiome diversity and lowers inflammation, Stanford study finds:

https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2021/07/fermented-food-diet-increases-microbiome-diversity-lowers-inflammation

5 Weird Signs You Might Have a Gut Issue

https://www.cookinglight.com/eating-smart/nutrition-101/weird-signs-gut-issue-imbalance

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

6 Ways to Manage Holiday Sugar Overload Nov 03, 2021

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6 Ways to Manage Holiday Sugar Overload

You asked for it, and we are delivering. Halloween is just behind us and we are at the top of the slide of the holiday sugar rush. Maybe you like to say ‘yes’ to the sweets, maybe you hate policing the sweets. Either way you know that too much is not good, but this time of year managing your kid’s sugar intake can feel like an exercise in futility. In this episode, we’re talking about how to incorporate sugar healthfully into the holiday season and sharing some of our mom truths.

Links to Our Articles on Sugar and Holidays

6 Trick for Keeping Tabs on Your Child’s Holiday Sugar Intake:

https://www.kiwimagonline.com/6-tricks-for-keeping-tabs-on-your-childs-holiday-sugar-intake/

Carolyn’s approach to holiday candy: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com/blog-posts/2020/10/22/myhalloweencandyapproach

Brierley’s approach to holiday candy:

https://www.cookinglight.com/entertaining/holidays-occasions/should-you-let-kids-eat-holiday-candy

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

Using The Enneagram to Improve Your Health and Mental Wellness Oct 27, 2021

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Your perception of things and how you approach life overall is very much influenced by your personality. The Enneagram is a popular way to examine your personality type and grow self awareness about everything from relationships to self care and even the dialogue you have with yourself each day. In today’s episode we’re talking all about the Enneagram: what it is, where to find out what your number or type is, and how your type influences your approach to diet, physical health, and mental wellness.

Follow our guest Jenna Braddock, MS, RD on social media:

https://www.instagram.com/make.healthy.easy

https://www.facebook.com/MakeHealthyEasy

Check out her websites here:

https://jennabraddock.com/enneagram (Jenna’s primary site for Enneagram information and where you can participate in her research.)

https://offseasonathlete.com (Jenna’s sports performance site focused on young athletes and parents.)

Resources and References Mentioned

Enneagram Testing: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/rheti

Books:

The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery

https://amzn.to/3aHUSeV

The Wisdom of the Enneagram: The Complete Guide to Psychological and Spiritual Growth for the Nine Personality Types