The holiday season is joyful, yes, but it’s also stressful. In today’s episode, Carolyn and I share how we attempt to survive the season. It’s a little bit of just good advice that we’ve learned the hard way over the years. 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/re...
Dec 01, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 89
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-l...
Nov 29, 2022•5 min•Ep. 88
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 lea...
Nov 24, 2022•33 min•Season 3Ep. 87
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-l...
Nov 22, 2022•8 min•Ep. 86
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 an...
Nov 17, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 85
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-l...
Nov 15, 2022•6 min•Ep. 84
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! ...
Nov 10, 2022•21 min•Season 3Ep. 83
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-l...
Nov 08, 2022•8 min•Ep. 82
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 Note...
Nov 03, 2022•22 min•Season 3Ep. 81
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 yo...
Nov 01, 2022•20 min•Ep. 80
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 O...
Oct 28, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 79
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-l...
Oct 25, 2022•3 min•Ep. 78
We’ve grown up thinking that fluoride is that nutrient that can do no harm. And if we don’t have it, we’ll end up with a mouth full of cavities. It seems no one has questioned that line of thinking or why fluoride was even added to our water supply. That is, until recently. In this episode we talk with Dr. Mark Burhenne, a functional dentist, about fluoride: When is fluoride good for you? When is fluoride bad for you? Plus, key ways to lower your fluoride exposure. Show Notes: Impacts of Fluorid...
Oct 20, 2022•40 min•Season 3Ep. 77
Fruits and vegetables are two foods whose health value and necessity in the diet are rarely questioned, and this is for good reason since research consistently suggests that the nutrients and compounds in them improve physical and mental health. But is this true for all fruits and vegetables? Does eating tomatoes, white potatoes, eggplant, and others in the nightshade family do more harm than good? Show Notes: References mentioned in this episode can be found hyperlinked in the EatingWell articl...
Oct 13, 2022•33 min•Season 3Ep. 76
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-l...
Oct 11, 2022•5 min•Ep. 75
At the end of September, the US Preventive Services Task Force made the recommendation that all adults under the age of 65 years be screened for anxiety by their healthcare provider. Why is this newsworthy? It includes screening all adults including those who do not have a diagnosed mental health disorder and are not showing any signs or symptoms of anxiety. This same recommendation was made for kids ages 8-18 earlier in April. In this episode, we’re diving into why these recommendations were ma...
Oct 07, 2022•21 min•Season 3Ep. 74
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-l...
Oct 04, 2022•4 min•Ep. 73
Did you know that it’s normal for your circle of friends to change every 7 years? Are you worried about the number of your friendships shrinking? Navigating adult friendships can be very different from when we were on the playground in elementary school. In today’s episode we’re talking with Danielle Bayard Jackson, a friendship coach and TikTok influencer. And if you’re thinking a friendship coach sounds even more frivolous than a life coach, be prepared to think otherwise after you listen to t...
Sep 29, 2022•44 min•Season 3Ep. 72
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-l...
Sep 27, 2022•4 min•Ep. 71
You don’t have to look far to find a clinic touting how vitamin B12 shots can boost energy, which in turn boosts mood. Vitamin B12 plays a crucial role in our bodies and our mental wellness. But do you really need a B12 shot? And can it really boost your mood? Show Notes: References mentioned include: Folate, Vitamin B12, Homocysteine, and the MTHFR 677C→T Polymorphism in Anxiety and Depression Vitamin B12 Supplementation in Treating Major Depressive Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial Thank...
Sep 22, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 70
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-l...
Sep 20, 2022•10 min•Ep. 69
Electrolyte waters seem to be pretty much everywhere these days. And now electrolyte powders (that you mix into drinks) are popping up more and more. So, this begs the question: are they worth the hype? Can getting in extra electrolytes really help how you feel, think, or even influence whether you’re hungry or not? We brought back registered dietitian Amanda Nighbert to help us sift fact from fiction. Let’s dive in! Show Notes: Follow Amanda Nighbert, RD on Instagram Check out Amanda’s website ...
Sep 15, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 68
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-l...
Sep 13, 2022•5 min•Ep. 67
Does your oral health play a role in your mental wellness? And if so (spoiler, it does!) are the everyday products that you’re using for your teeth, gums, and breath helping or hurting? In this episode, we’re talking with Dr. Mark Burhenne, a functional dentist, about the connection between how you brush and floss your teeth and whether those habits help or hinder your mental health. Show Notes: Dr. B’s Simple Suggestions For A Healthier Mouth (Including His Tongue Scraper Recommendation) Follow...
Sep 09, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 66
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-l...
Sep 06, 2022•6 min•Ep. 65
What if your boss insisted each year you take a 3 WEEK hiatus from work. No checking email. No work calls whatsoever. Turns out, some companies are doing exactly this. It’s called a work reset. We were so intrigued by the concept that we recruited the CEO of a company that has implemented a work reset to join us for today’s episode and tell us what it is, what inspired it, and what it really looks like now that it’s in motion. And are there any downsides?? Show Notes: Kristin Carver Smith is the...
Sep 01, 2022•54 min•Season 3Ep. 64
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-l...
Aug 30, 2022•6 min•Ep. 63
A lack of sleep is never good for your mood and there’s plenty of research that supports a connection between poor sleep and mental health conditions like anxiety. So what do you do? Take melatonin of course! It’s become one of the most popular supplements to take for adults and kids for sleep, but is it truly helpful, or can it be harmful? And what if you have depression or another mental health condition—is it safe to take melatonin? In this week’s episode we take a closer look at melatonin. S...
Aug 25, 2022•36 min•Season 3Ep. 62
Welcome to Season 3 of the Happy Eating Podcast! We are excited—and feel incredibly fortunate—to launch this season! But also, we learned so much from Season 2, and we made some significant life changes, too. So before we jump into a new season, we wanted to recap what our takeaways are from last season. If you’re new to the Happy Eating Podcast, this is a great way to decide which episodes to go back to and catch up on. Enjoy! Show Notes: Our favorite episodes (in order that they’re mentioned i...
Aug 19, 2022•27 min•Season 3Ep. 61
How bad is your Diet Coke habit really? In the nutrition world, there’s plenty of research on artificial sweeteners and their effect on body weight or blood sugar in people with diabetes. And more recently there’s been research on how artificial sweeteners impact your gut health. But what about your mental wellness? Well, that’s today’s episode! We dug into the research on the most common artificial sweeteners in drinks and whether or not they influence your mood. Show Notes: References mentione...
Jul 28, 2022•32 min•Season 2Ep. 60
