In today’s episode, we're serving up a healthy dose of knowledge about the top five supplements we believe everyone should be taking for optimal health. Now, remember, while we're passionate about these supplements, we want to stress the importance of consulting with your healthcare provider before introducing anything new into your regimen. Today's featured supplements are all available from our private label store. Head over to foodtrainers.com/shop for convenient access to all these health-bo...
Jun 12, 2023•24 min•Ep. 105
Welcome back, Foodtrainers! Today's episode is a deep dive into the often misunderstood topic of portion control and its impact on our health. As we've explored, it's not just about what you eat but how much and when you eat that matters. One fundamental principle we've emphasized is the importance of understanding what you're consuming before addressing portion sizes. Knowledge of what's on your plate plays a critical role in making healthier eating decisions. A fascinating study carried out by...
Jun 05, 2023•29 min•Ep. 104
In this sugar-coated episode, we unravel the truth behind popular sweeteners. We’re bringing you the bitter and the sweet with our YOSA (Yay or Step Away) guide to help you navigate the sticky world of sugar substitutes. Today, we're seeing an explosion in sugar-free products, primarily influenced by the keto diet trend and the uptick in gadgets like continuous blood sugar monitors. Our insatiable appetite for sugar is a hard one to shake, but it's vital we confront our collective sweet tooth. W...
May 29, 2023•22 min•Ep. 103
Summer’s here, and it’s the perfect time for us to delve into the challenges that this season brings to our wellness routines. We’ve all been there: Late dinners, extra social events, an abundance of unique summer treats, and drinks. And trust us, we've got the secret weapon solutions to these seasonal challenges! Late Summer Dinners: Let's start with how to navigate those tasty but late dinners. We're firm believers in a minimum of 12 hours food-free, and black coffee can be your ally in mainta...
May 22, 2023•19 min•Ep. 102
Welcome back, FoodTrainers friends! In this episode, we dive into a juicy topic—mental health and the concept of "Seven Rules for a Happy Day," inspired by Zainab Salbi, founder of Women for Women International. We’re going to share our own seven rules, and how you can create your own list tailored to your individual needs, values, and joy-sparking activities. Resources: Women for Women International Tiny Habits book by BJ Fogg Russell and Hazel To-Do Post-it Pads Sugar Paper Episode 47. The One...
May 15, 2023•28 min•Ep. 101
In today's episode, Lauren and Kayleen share their top 5 strategies for promoting longevity and healthy aging. They recognize the influence of genetics and lifestyle but emphasize how these tips can make a difference in your overall health and well-being. Prioritize Oral Health: Learn about the connection between oral health and heart disease, and why regular dental checkups, brushing, and flossing are so important for overall health. Maintain Muscle Mass: Discover how to preserve muscle as you ...
May 08, 2023•24 min•Ep. 100
In this episode, we open up a conversation on the impact of parents' comments and attitudes towards their children's body image, self-esteem, and relationship with food. We're here to remind you that you're not alone in dealing with this struggle and it's never too late to unpack and work through these issues. Our listeners share their experiences of how negative comments about their bodies have left lasting effects on their self-perception and mental health. We discuss the role of cultural idea...
May 01, 2023•30 min•Ep. 99
Craving sushi, Mexican, or Italian food but worried about staying on track with your health goals? Join us as we discuss tips and tricks for making healthier choices at your favorite sushi, Mexican, and Italian restaurants. Discover delicious alternatives that will satisfy your cravings while keeping you on track with your health goals. In this episode, we explore: Good choices for sushi restaurants: miso soup, edamame, shishito peppers, sashimi, beef negimaki, hand rolls, Naruto rolls, yakitori...
Apr 24, 2023•27 min•Ep. 98
Dining out dilemmas: We've all faced them, and in this episode, we're tackling the challenges of making healthier choices when eating at restaurants. From planning ahead to avoiding under-eating throughout the day, we're sharing our tips for navigating the restaurant scene without sacrificing your health goals. Introducing our "One or Two of Four No More" strategy, we discuss how selecting just one or two items from bread, booze, dinner carbs, and dessert can keep your meal in check while still ...
Apr 17, 2023•21 min•Ep. 97
Hey there, hungry listeners! In this episode of the Food Trainers podcast, we're going to dive into the causes of perpetual hunger and how to combat it. First up, we want to stress the importance of protein in your first meal of the day. Did you know that a high-protein breakfast can make you feel fuller and help you lose more weight than a low-protein one? That's why we always recommend starting your day with a protein-packed meal. But protein isn't the only factor at play. Poor sleep can also ...
Apr 10, 2023•27 min•Ep. 96
Intuitive eating: The approach that promises to free us from diet culture's shackles and allow us to eat whatever we want, whenever we want. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, it might be. In this episode, we're diving into the pros and cons of intuitive eating, and boy, are there a lot of them. Intuitive eating is an anti-diet approach that promotes listening to your internal cues to guide what and how much you eat. The idea behind intuitive eating is that everyone knows how to eat and ju...
Mar 06, 2023•34 min•Ep. 95
In this episode, we'll be discussing the world of protein powders. With so many options available, we understand that it can be overwhelming to determine which type of protein powder is right for you. We'll be giving an overview of the types of protein powders that we prefer, as well as highlighting some of the concerns when it comes to selecting the right protein powder for your needs. We'll also be addressing a common issue where fitness professionals recommend powders with questionable ingred...
Feb 27, 2023•23 min•Ep. 94
Today we're discussing histamine intolerance, a condition that can cause mysterious migraines, skin reactions, and GI issues. This isn't the same as hay fever, and it may sound unfamiliar, but many people will recognize the symptoms. We'll cover what it is, what causes it, and what you can do about it. So what is it? Histamine intolerance, abbreviated HIT, is a type of food intolerance that causes undesirable reactions from accumulated or ingested histamines. It's not as severe as an allergy, bu...
Feb 20, 2023•19 min•Ep. 93
Today we're revisiting a topic we’ve discussed before, Ozempic. It seems to be everywhere lately, with many people asking about it, so we wanted to dive in a little further. We'll explain what it is, but it's fascinating that it's become a trend. It's not like other typical health trends — and we’re honestly not sure if that’s a good or bad thing. Ozempic, which is also known as semaglutide, is an injectable medication that was FDA-approved in 2017 for the treatment of diabetes. Later, it was di...
Feb 13, 2023•28 min•Ep. 92
Are you feeling blue? Today we’re talking about those winter blues and some science-backed advice on how to combat them. We'll discuss the winter blues, which differ from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). We'll also cover symptoms, prevalence, and why this happens beyond the cold and darkness. Vitamin D is a big part of it, but there's more to it. To end, we'll provide actionable ideas for feeling better during this time, even if you're low energy and feeling like a hermit. We acknowledge it ca...
Feb 06, 2023•27 min•Ep. 91
The latest trend in the health and wellness world is taking TikTok by storm - taking olive oil shots! We're diving into the science behind this trend, discussing dosage and the best sources of olive oil. First things first, let's talk about the benefits of extra virgin olive oil. Did you know that it helps the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K more efficiently? It also lowers rates of inflammation, helps with cognition and memory, and even contributes to a healthy microbiome. ...
Jan 30, 2023•24 min•Ep. 90
I recently read an amazing article by Melissa Gould titled "Why Am I the Only One Eating Cake?". Melissa is an author I have been following for a while, and her memoir Widowish was a favorite of mine. In this article, Melissa opened up about her experience celebrating her birthday with some friends. A typical spread of crackers and cheese, nuts, wine, and cake was served, and Melissa noticed that three of her friends abstained from the cake because they had given up sugar. Melissa was a bit anno...
Jan 23, 2023•27 min•Ep. 89
Today, we’re revisiting the topic of digestive enzymes. Digestive enzymes are important for breaking down proteins, fats, dairy, and fiber. Without them, our bodies can’t absorb the nutrients we need for optimal health, and this can lead to digestive issues such as constipation, diarrhea, bloating, or heartburn. These issues can increase inflammation, which can have a negative effect on our health. Enzymes must make contact with food to break it down, so it’s important to take them within a few ...
Jan 16, 2023•22 min•Ep. 88
We’re big fans of looking at the latest and (sometimes) greatest nutrition topics, but that doesn’t mean we should ever lose sight of the basics. We’re going to do a short and sweet episode all about fruit and some of the subtleties involved. Fruit is a great way to add nutrition to your diet, and it is often better than the majority of grocery store items. While any fresh fruit is usually a good choice, there are subtleties that can make some fruits better than others. Bananas, berries, and kiw...
Jan 09, 2023•17 min•Ep. 87
Happy new year! Every year we like to take some time to highlight the trends we notice in health and nutrition, and 2023 is no different. Here’s some of what we’ve noticed taking the nutrition world by storm: Chronobiology Chronobiology means more or less the science behind the best times to do certain things. A good place to start looking into this is with Dr. Satchin Panda’s books, The Circadian Code: Lose Weight, Supercharge Your Energy, and Transform Your Health from Morning to Midnight and ...
Jan 02, 2023•21 min•Ep. 86
The holidays are right around the corner, and for many people, that means struggling to maintain a healthy diet. To make things easy, we’re going to offer you a holiday playbook with 10 tips to keep you sane and healthy. Go Pro: Having protein at your first meal of the day reduces cravings and helps you make healthier choices throughout the day. This could be a collagen smoothie with greens powder or spirulina , eggs and avocado, or chia pudding. Work Your Water: Richard Johnson, author of Natur...
Nov 14, 2022•24 min•Ep. 85
Seed oils are just about everywhere—even at places like Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods. Most people don’t even know about the dangers they pose, yet they’re unbelievably common in all kinds of foods many people buy every single day. Today, we’re going to dive into seed oils—the reasons that seed oils can cause inflammation (and what that even is), how that can affect our weight, chronic conditions and mood, and what we can do to avoid them in our day-to-day shopping. What are seed oils? Seed oils ...
Nov 07, 2022•24 min•Ep. 84
Kayleen, inspired by TikTok’s “Hot Girl Walk” (started by Mia Lind, @exactlyliketheothergirls ), started amping up her steps. That, along with a study on being an “active couch potato,” is what we’re here to talk about. An active couch potato (we say ACP) is someone who exercises for 30 min or an hour and then is sedentary for the rest of the day. A study from July of this year in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise received a lot of press. The study, conducted in Finland with 3700 men a...
Oct 31, 2022•18 min•Ep. 83
In this episode, we discuss cholesterol, an area where mainstream medicine may be a little behind. This is an area where you have to advocate for yourself. Many doctors are quick to put someone with high LDL on a statin. The corollary advice is to pass over foods high in cholesterol or saturated fats, and that’s not current either. You can’t simply look at LDL, you need to look at HDL and triglycerides. We use the ratio of Triglycerides to HDL. Ideally, this ratio is less than 1:1. Greater than ...
Oct 24, 2022•27 min•Ep. 82
Where do you get your advice from? This podcast episode was inspired by a Reel from Bethenny Frankel, a former star of The Real Housewives of New York. The Reel starts with Bethenny saying she doesn’t exercise, she doesn’t work out, and touching on a number of topics—but what we really want to discuss is who should and shouldn’t be giving advice, and who you should be listening to when it comes to your health. Bethany has 2.8 million followers on her Instagram, which means that the advice she gi...
Oct 17, 2022•17 min•Ep. 81
Today’s episode is all about tea. We are fascinated by rituals and habits, and tea just feels right at home in our daily lives as a way to provide comfort and warmth. It can also be a great replacement ritual—we prefer substitution to abstinence in most cases, and tea fills that role perfectly. Loose-leaf tea is typically higher quality than tea bags. Many people find loose tea a pain or don’t know what to do with it, but it’s worth learning and experimenting with. Once you figure out a brewing ...
Oct 10, 2022•21 min•Ep. 80
We all know how bad heavy drinking is for your body, your brain, your cancer risk, and more. But while moderate alcohol consumption is still widely accepted, how much damage is it doing to us? Is it enough for us to stop drinking altogether? Huberman Lab had an episode called What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health that discusses this. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism (NIAAA) defines moderate drinking as14 drinks a week for men and seven drinks a week for women...
Oct 03, 2022•18 min•Ep. 79
We’re going to talk about relationships and how they affect our eating. Whether it’s physical attraction, eating habits, or getting on the same page about health and fitness goals, being in a relationship plays a big role in our weight and diet. We discuss an article in the New York Times called "For Better, for Worse, for B.M.I." which focuses on the tendency to gain weight after getting married. It states “Call them happy pounds, love chub, or the marriage 15. No matter what gaining weight dur...
Sep 26, 2022•24 min•Ep. 78
When we’re talking about what we put into our bodies, there’s one thing that gets lost in the discussion between fats and carbs and keto, and that’s protein. Not getting enough protein is one of the things that can begin to impede weight loss, especially as you get older. And even if weight loss isn’t your goal, the same advice applies to healthy aging. Plants are critical to our health—we’ve said before that it’s a good guideline to have half your plate be veggie-based. But whether you’re plant...
Sep 19, 2022•27 min•Ep. 77
Eating healthy is a lifelong pursuit. After a long time, it is natural to start to forget some of the fundamentals. Now that you’ve hopefully had a relaxing summer, it’s a good opportunity to get back to basic and back on track. We’re going to give you five “needle-moving behaviors” to give you traction heading into the fall. Vegify I can’t tell you how many people are tracking their steps, taking shots of apple cider vinegar, but they’re forgetting one of the basics: eating enough vegetables. A...
Sep 12, 2022•26 min•Ep. 76
