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The Happy Eating Podcast

Carolyn Williams PhD, RD & Brierley Horton, MS, RDhappyeatingpodcast.podbean.com
Is it possible to eat your way to a better mood? Can foods really impact how the brain makes you think and feel? The “Happy Eating Podcast” was created after we couldn’t find the information that we needed for ourselves and our families. Join us as we break down the connection between food and mental wellness as we explore how food, diet, supplements, and daily habits can make for truly Happy Eating.
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Episodes

Rant Therapy - Shoutout to IPA On A Friday Afternoon

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...

Jun 04, 20242 minEp. 239

What Is Grounding—And Should You Try It?

Have you seen mats that claim to improve your health in your Instagram feed? You know we love to dig into a trendy product. So for this episode, Carolyn explored what these mats are all about and found that they’re based on something called grounding and there’s some legitimate science to support their use. What is grounding and are these grounding mats worth it? Listen in to learn about the potential perks of grounding, plus a DIY version. Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tu...

May 30, 202430 minSeason 4Ep. 238

Rant Therapy - I'm So Over Lipstick

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...

May 29, 20244 minEp. 237

The Safest Sunscreens for Summer ☀️

Summer is here—or almost, depending on where you live—and if you’re like us that means it’s time to refresh your stock of sunscreens. But with so many choices, how do you choose one, and which one is best? We break it down: mineral sunscreens vs. chemical sunscreens; and what SPF number you should be wearing. We also share our favorite lotion, spray, stick and powder sunscreen! Plus, why we’re talking sunscreen on a mental wellness podcast. Sunscreens recommended on this show: EltaMD UV Active M...

May 23, 202436 minEp. 236

Rant Therapy - Shoutout To Divorce Celebrations

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...

May 21, 20245 minEp. 235

The Truth About Seed Oils

In the health and nutrition space, seed oils are a hot and controversial topic. Some say they’re toxic and harmful to our health. Others say they’re the heart-healthier choice. And the confusion grows from there. In today’s episode, we explain the controversy, explore why seed oils are villainized, what about them is problematic and share which cooking oils we use at home. Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eatin...

May 16, 202425 minSeason 4Ep. 234

Rant Therapy - I'm So Over POV Posts!

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...

May 14, 20243 minEp. 233

Is Assessing Health using BMI Doing More Harm and Good?

Have you ever felt really happy and healthy in your body only to go to the doctor and learn that according to your BMI you are quote-on-quote overweight? Or have you put off going to the doctor because you didn’t want to have a discussion about your body weight or BMI? We’ve known BMI isn’t perfect and now there’s a growing body of scientific evidence that suggests using BMI as a measure is doing more harm than good. In today’s episode, we talk with leading weight inclusive researcher, Lizzy Pop...

May 09, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 4Ep. 232

Rant Therapy - I'm So Over My Vet Bill

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...

May 07, 20246 minEp. 231

The Colostrum Episode

If your social media feed is like ours and you’ve been seeing ads for colostrum supplements, you are going to want to listen to this episode! And buckle up because this is one where we both were downright wrong. In today’s episode we’re talking about the immune, gut, and anti-inflammatory benefits of colostrum. Plus, how do you find a high-quality colostrum supplement and which one did Carolyn order immediately? Listen to find out! Dr. Keri’s Colostrum Recommendations: Life’s First Naturals Pro ...

May 02, 202452 minSeason 4Ep. 230

Rant Therapy - I'm So Over Men And Their Trucks

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...

Apr 30, 20245 minEp. 229

12 Surprising Signs of ADHD in Women

For every 9 boys diagnosed with ADHD, there’s one girl diagnosed. But ADHD isn’t a gender-related condition. It’s that girls and women are so under-diagnosed. One of the reasons is because our symptoms look completely different from the hyperactive boy we all remember from elementary school. In fact, lots of women with ADHD did very well in school, are successful adults with good careers and generally appear to really have their lives together. Case in point—Carolyn! So in today’s episode, you’r...

Apr 25, 202450 minSeason 4Ep. 228

Rant Therapy - I'm So Perplexed 2024 Edition

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...

Apr 23, 20249 minEp. 227

The MTHFR Episode

There’s a gene defect that up to 50 percent of us have, but it’s not commonly discussed. It’s called the MTHFR gene, and if you have it your body can’t break down some key B vitamins like it should. The cascade effect is then a higher risk of heart disease, autoimmune diseases, migraines, cancer, and—because this is the Happy Eating Podcast—mental health conditions. In today’s episode, we break down the MTHFR gene: what it is exactly, what the health effects are if you have it, and a super-simpl...

Apr 18, 202435 minSeason 4Ep. 226

Rant Therapy - I'm So Over Half-Sized Clothing

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...

Apr 16, 20246 minEp. 225

Hot or Not? Oatzempic, Cold Plunging, and Tongue Scraping

Welcome to a new type of episode for the Happy Eating Podcast! This week we’re tackling three hot trends popping on social media and telling you whether they’re legit (aka hot!) or not. Should you try the oatzempic diet? Is cold plunging actually helpful? And what is tongue scraping? Episodes referenced during this episode: The Unexpected Ways to Improve Your Oral Health to Support Your Mental Health Are the Freezing Cold Temperatures of Cryotherapy Worth It? What is Oil Pulling? And Is It Somet...

Apr 11, 202417 minSeason 4Ep. 224

Rant Therapy - Shoutout to Men On Dating Apps

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...

Apr 09, 20244 minEp. 223

Creatine: The Supplement Every Woman Needs to Take

If the supplement creatine makes you think of sweaty meatheads at Gold’s Gym, you’re in for a big surprise with this episode. Quite frankly, creatine deserves a totally new marketing campaign. In fact, by the end of recording this episode, we came to the same conclusion as today’s expert guest, Jenna Braddock. Every woman should seriously consider creatine supplements for their physical health, body composition, as well as mental wellness. Jenna not only explains the benefits of creatine, but sh...

Apr 04, 202443 minEp. 222

Rant Therapy - Shoutout to META!

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...

Apr 02, 20246 minEp. 219

What is High-Functioning Depression?

TikTok Video Referenced https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPRTBJE13/ 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....

Mar 28, 202416 minSeason 4Ep. 221

Rant Therapy - I'm So Over Crotch Snaps

RANT TEMPLATE 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 sh...

Mar 26, 20244 minEp. 220

The Connection Between Seasonal Allergies and Mental Health

The Connection Between Seasonal Allergies and Mental Health Seasonal allergies are about to hit their peak, if they haven’t already. Where we are in the Southeast, everything is coated with a thin layer of yellow pollen right now. Stuffy noses, sore throats, irritated eyes, and fatigue are all common for seasonal allergy sufferers. But could those seasonal allergies also be aggravating your mood? In today’s episode, we’re explaining the very real connection between seasonal allergies and mental ...

Mar 21, 202432 minSeason 4Ep. 218

Rant Therapy - I'm So Over Parenting Like I Don't Have A Job

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...

Mar 19, 20246 minEp. 217

Top Nutrition Headlines

We’re bringing back a listener favorite! And it’s our first one of 2024! In today’s episode, we are sharing four new nutrition studies. Are you getting too much vitamin B3 and why could that be a bad thing? Following a 5-day fasting-like diet can shave years off of your life. What are the benefits of a four-day work week? You’ll be surprised! And lastly, what does living within a half mile of a bar mean for your health? Products Mentioned: 20% Discount - Prolon 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet: http...

Mar 14, 202423 minSeason 4Ep. 216

Rant Therapy - I'm So Over The Cost Of Prom

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...

Mar 12, 20246 minEp. 215

What Is Oil Pulling? And Is It Something You Should Try?

Raise your hand if you use mouthwash. If this is you, you’re going to want to listen to this episode. Today we’re talking about another kind of mouth swooshing—called oil pulling. What exactly is it? What, if any, benefits are there to oil pulling, or is it just some alternative hippy trend? And why are we talking about oral care on a podcast that’s focused on mental wellness? Let’s dive in! References mentioned include: Oil pulling for maintaining oral hygiene—A review Thank you for listening t...

Mar 07, 202423 minSeason 4Ep. 214

Rant Therapy - I'm So Over My Kids Using/Taking My Things

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...

Mar 05, 20245 minEp. 213

The Mom Rage Episode

We have a question for the mothers out there. Have you ever experienced a fierce wave of anger that was triggered in a split second by something seemingly benign like a spilled bowl of cereal? If so, you’ve experienced mom rage. Don’t worry—you aren’t alone. In fact, Minna Dubin wrote an entire—and quite fantastic—book on the topic. In this episode, we get to sit down and chat with her all about her book, her mom rage, and our mom rage. It’s quite cathartic. Read Mom Rage by Minna Dubin: https:/...

Feb 29, 202446 minSeason 4Ep. 212

Rant Therapy - I'm So Over Alabama

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...

Feb 27, 20246 minEp. 211

7 Sneaky Signs of Anxiety in Kids

Anxiety in adults can be hard to detect. But in kids? Even harder. One expert refers to anxiety as the great masquerader because it can look like a lot of different things, particularly in kids. What’s more, some of the symptoms of anxiety are quite sneaky. You may write them off as a phase, or a behavior issue, or even a prolonged illness. But, in fact, it could be how anxiety is manifesting in your child. So what are these sneaky signs of anxiety? Let’s find out! Thank you for listening to The...

Feb 22, 202431 minSeason 4Ep. 210
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