When it comes to alcohol and weight gain (or weight loss), everyone seems to have an opinion. Does alcohol cause weight gain? Can you drink alcohol while losing weight? In this episode, Mark looks at three ways alcohol commonly leads to weight gain and, more importantly, what you can do about it. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Mar 23, 2025•8 min
There are a lot of tools to help understand nutrition these days, but it's hard to know which ones are more helpful than others. In this episode, Danielle and Mark look at the Yuka app, and discuss the pros and cons of this food scanner. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Mar 17, 2025•28 min
In the first installment of our new series, BITE-SIZED, Mark discusses a brand new study investigating distracted eating... and the surprising finding the study revealed. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Mar 08, 2025•7 min
Tracking your nutrition can be an efficient tool to help you achieve an array of health goals. In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss different goals, how to overcome obstacles, and give you practical tips to help make tracking your nutrition painless. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Jan 28, 2025•41 min
In our 100th episode (YAY!) we revisit the 4 Pillars of Nutrition and give you breakfast, lunch, and dinner ideas to help fulfill your—and your family's—family's core nutritional needs while fueling positive long-term health outcomes by preferring a greater array of nutrient-dense foods. To explore the 4 Pillars of Nutrition, visit: https://www.imagonutrition.com/four-pillars-of-nutrition To download our free cookbook, visit: https://www.imagonutrition.com/free To submit a question to be answere...
Jan 13, 2025•25 min
If you feel like sweets are your weak spot, this is the episode for you. Danielle and Mark discuss practical strategies and scientific insights to help you balance purpose and pleasure with sweets and desserts. Studies mentioned in this episode are: PMID: 27372453 and PMID: 28330706 To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Jan 08, 2025•31 min
Do you want to eat healthier but find it to be less convenient? For many people, the idea of eating "healthy" seems less convenient than less healthy options. In this episode, Danielle and Mark examine the myth that eating healthy is less convenient than eating unhealthy and discuss four common scenarios to show you how eating healthy can be just as convenient as eating healthy. The article mentioned with multiple meal planning strategies can be found here: https://www.imagonutrition.com/article...
Dec 30, 2024•39 min
Are you thinking about starting a weight loss program? Have you tried losing weight before but struggled to maintain your results? In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss 10 questions you should consider before you begin to help ensure your long-term success. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Dec 20, 2024•45 min
Do you find yourself consistently trying to make progress toward your health goals with nutrition, but constantly "falling off" your plans? In this episode, Danielle and Mark discuss a specific food mindset that holds many people back from making real, sustainable progress toward their health goals, and give you a 5-step framework to overcome it. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill....
Sep 16, 2024•31 min
Do you struggle with eating when you're in a heightened emotional state? In this episode, Mark and Danielle give you a 5-step framework for overcoming emotional eating, complete with practical strategies for specific emotions that may contribute to your emotional eating. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Sep 09, 2024•53 min
The foods we consume can significantly influence our mood, thoughts, emotions, and even our ability to manage stress. In this episode, Danielle explores how your food choices affect your brain, your gut and more, and shares a simple, practical nutrition strategy to enhance your mental health. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Sep 02, 2024•28 min
Do you find yourself wanting to eat healthier or in line with your goals, but consistently unsuccessful at doing so long-term? In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss the 4 Laws of Behavior Change, and how you can practically begin to build sustainable habits that align with your health goals. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Aug 26, 2024•50 min
As you start a new school year, you might be thinking about after-school activities, family dinners, and how to juggle it all with minimal stress. Feeding your kids nutritious meals is crucial for their growth and development, helping them build healthy habits for the future, and supporting their success in the classroom and on the sports field – not to mention their mental well-being. We all want the very best for our kids, but we know that getting family meals on the table can be a bit of a ch...
Aug 12, 2024•40 min
Are you looking for a nutrition strategy that is easy and can help you shop and feed your family? By incorporating this strategy, you will find that you feel more satisfied after meals and that your children are able to stay full for longer periods of time. Additionally, this approach can help you meet an important nutrition goal. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill....
Jul 29, 2024•12 min
Many people with an underactive thyroid struggle to bring their body weight within a healthy range. In this episode, Mark discusses new scientific insights into the reality of what it means to have an underactive thyroid, and gives step-by-step guidance to create a sustainable weight loss plan for those with an underactive thyroid or hypothyroidism—without restrictive dieting. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout...
Jul 22, 2024•47 min
It's amazing how many decisions we make about food on a daily basis. What should we have for dinner? Is that food safe to eat? Where do I buy fruit for the week? In this episode, Danielle discusses six things to focus on in order to calm the noise surrounding food choices. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Jul 15, 2024•12 min
We are hearing more and more about insulin resistance. In this episode, Danielle and Mark discuss what insulin resistance is; some myths about insulin resistance; what we know about the causes of insulin resistance; and what you can do to prevent insulin resistance. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Jul 08, 2024•27 min
Eating fruits and vegetables is important, but consuming a wide variety of plant-based foods is even more crucial. Join us to learn about the connection between the gut and brain, and its implications for your health. Danielle will be discussing the American Gut project and how to feed your gut for your brain and body to flourish. This episode will revolutionize the way you approach grocery shopping and meal planning. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutri...
Jun 24, 2024•24 min
Have you been on the fence about getting help with your nutrition? Perhaps you're interested in improving your eating habits but don't think nutrition coaching is right for you. In this episode, Danielle discusses how we can provide you with practical tips and strategies to boost your health without the need for in-depth consultation, and what we offer individual and families on your journey to well-being! To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/pod...
Jun 10, 2024•15 min
Are you the parent of a picky eater? In this episode, Danielle discusses four strategies to help minimize the picky eating phase of a child's upbringing and development. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Apr 29, 2024•22 min
If you track your nutrition and fitness, you may be wondering if you should be adjusting your daily calorie intake to account for exercise. In this episode, Mark discusses his thoughts and the advice he gives nutrition clients on this topic. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Apr 08, 2024•17 min
When it comes to choosing dairy, should you choose full-fat or low-fat options? In this episode, Danielle and Mark discuss the benefits of dairy, and some considerations for choosing between full-fat and low-fat versions of common dairy products. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Mar 11, 2024•14 min
Mark recently spoke to two high school health classes, in which the students asked a series of nutrition and fitness questions. In this episode, Mark shares the 35 questions asked and gives you the practical answers he gave the students. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Mar 04, 2024•50 min
Obesity is a complex condition with many considerations, for both adults and children. In this episode, Mark and Danielle discuss a recent seminar from The American Academy of Pediatrics, and identify key insights from the presentation and distill them into practical strategies to help you focus on what you can control. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill....
Feb 26, 2024•50 min
The benefits of cooking and sharing family meals are profound. In this episode, Danielle will give you the encouragement you need and some practical advice for prioritizing cooking family meals, which has a profound impact on your family's health and wellness. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Feb 19, 2024•19 min
Are you exhausted by your child's frequent requests for snacks? Do you wish your child had the same enthusiasm for meals and they do for snacks? In this episode, Danielle looks at reasons your child may frequently ask for snacks, and gives practical tips and considerations for feeding your children appropriately throughout the day. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill....
Feb 12, 2024•25 min
Is your child a picky eater? In this episode, Danielle discusses ways you can be considerate of your child's food preferences while still encouraging variety. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Feb 06, 2024•25 min
If you're confused by all the conflicting nutrition claims swirling around social media these days, you're not alone. In this episode, Mark looks at 24 myths and gives a quick response about the reality of the claims... all in an effort to give you more peace of mind about your nutrition decisions. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Jan 08, 2024•34 min
It's January 1st! And for many, it's the start of another attempt to better their health by losing weight. But what will make this year different from years past? In this episode, Mark will help shift your mindset and use a 3-step process to lose weight without dieting. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.
Jan 01, 2024•39 min
Do you wonder if you should—or struggle to—prioritize cooking for yourself and your family? Do you want to cook more but feel discouraged and don't know where to start? If so, this is going to be a helpful episode for you as Danielle practical guidance on why you should prioritize cooking more and how to do so for you and your family's health. To submit a question to be answered on a future episode, visit: www.imagonutrition.com/podcast Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill....
Dec 18, 2023•31 min
