Ever wondered how a complete health transformation is possible after 50? Join us as we bring you an inspiring conversation with Lori Ballou, a certified functional nutrition diagnostic practitioner and health coach, who shares her remarkable journey. From battling obesity and depression to achieving a 100-pound weight loss, Lori's story is a testament to the power of holistic health approaches. In this episode, she reveals the sustainable health solutions she discovered and now uses to empower women over 50 to manage their blood sugar and reverse diabetes.

Explore the often-overlooked aspects of gut health that play a critical role in weight management and overall well-being. Lori provides insights into the importance of addressing biofilms and overgrowths such as SIBO and SIFO. We discuss a compelling study on microbiome transplants in mice, shedding light on how gut bacteria influence obesity and epigenetics. This episode underscores the necessity of a personalized health approach, encompassing diet, rest, exercise, stress management, and targeted supplementation for lasting wellness.

Discover the significance of identifying food sensitivities for effective weight loss and health improvement. Lori discusses the benefits of eliminating foods like eggs and wheat to reduce inflammation and enhance immune function. The episode also covers the Mediated Release Test (MRT) and its role in pinpointing food sensitivities, allowing for tailored dietary changes that can lead to significant health improvements. With practical tips and personal anecdotes, Lori highlights the transformative power of nutrition and lifestyle changes, offering actionable insights to help you reclaim your health.

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What if the key to your family's health lies in the food choices you make today? This week, we're joined by Dr. Sheila Carroll, a board-certified pediatrician and obesity medicine doctor, who shares the compelling story of her shift from traditional Western medicine to a focus on lifestyle and obesity medicine. Driven by her own childhood struggles with obesity and inspired by her father's medical journey, Dr. Carroll moved from prescribing medications to advocating for significant dietary changes, such as reducing flour and sugar intake. Her personal anecdotes reveal the drastic improvements in her health and highlight the transformative role of family involvement in nurturing healthier habits for children.

Ever wondered how much hidden sugar is in your pantry? Dr. Carroll educates us on the surprising amounts of sugar found in common foods like spaghetti sauce and granola bars and stresses the critical role parents play in monitoring their children's sugar intake. She underscores the importance of becoming educated label readers to prevent long-term metabolic damage in children. Through gentle education and proactive lifestyle adjustments, families can work together to foster healthier futures. Dr. Carroll also explains the potential benefits and concerns surrounding new weight loss medications like Ozempic, particularly for young children, and the necessity of pairing them with solid lifestyle changes.

Parents have the power to spearhead change in school food policies and the quality of nutrition available to children. In this episode, we discuss how mothers, in particular, can drive initiatives to remove unhealthy food options from schools and enhance hot lunch programs. Dr. Carroll shares practical strategies for making whole foods more appealing to children, such as involving them in grocery shopping and persistently offering a variety of healthy options. By leading by example, parents can empower their children to make healthier choices, fostering long-term benefits for their metabolic health. Join us to learn how to inspire your family towards a healthier lifestyle, one step at a time.

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Unlock the secrets to emotional healing and mindful living in our latest episode with Annette Dubreuil, a passionate Canadian advocate for sustainability. Annette brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique approach to connecting with our bodies and nature through the practice of focusing. Inspired by Gene Gendlin's groundbreaking work, Annette shares her personal journey and insights into how this technique can transform your emotional well-being, particularly for those wrestling with emotional eating and addiction.

Discover the six steps of focusing and learn how to create a grounded state by "clearing a space" and recognizing your physical sensations. Annette guides us through the process of identifying, describing, and understanding these sensations to achieve a sense of resonance and relief. By acknowledging different 'parts' of ourselves, such as the pleaser, the numbing part, and the critic, we can foster a compassionate relationship with our inner experiences. Annette's method offers a profound way to reconnect with our body's innate wisdom, providing a foundation for healthier emotional regulation and self-awareness.

Explore practical applications of focusing for emotional awareness and mindful eating. Annette emphasizes the importance of recognizing our body's signals and incorporating self-compassion into our daily lives. By listening to our body's cues and addressing them mindfully, we can reduce emotional highs and lows, leading to more balanced eating habits and a more harmonious relationship with food. Join us for an enlightening conversation that could be a pivotal moment in discovering a valuable life skill to enhance your emotional health and overall well-being.

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What happens when you combine the raw, honest experiences of a mental health warrior with actionable strategies for wellness? Meet Bruce Shutter, our guest who’s been through the trenches of bipolar disorder, alcoholism, anxiety, and PTSD, and lived to tell the tale. Bruce doesn’t just share his story—he brings a powerful message about the intricate connection between diet and mental health, making us re-evaluate the role of sugar and refined carbohydrates in our lives.

Discover Bruce’s compelling transition from high school struggles and self-medication with alcohol to facing intense stress as an EMT, which led him to legal troubles and psychiatric holds. In this episode, we unravel the undeniable link between nutrition, physical activity, and experiential living as keystones for mental wellness. Bruce’s insights, backed by his certifications in personal training, health coaching, and nutrition, reveal how simple lifestyle changes can be revolutionary. From reading food labels to maintaining a diet low in processed foods and hidden sugars, Bruce offers practical advice that anyone can follow.

But that's not all—Bruce introduces his Mental Health Warrior Program, a holistic approach designed to empower individuals on their own paths to recovery and resilience. With tools like a free e-book and a motivational Mental Health Warrior Challenge Coin, Bruce’s program is rooted in actionable steps and personalized strategies. He shares how he moved from despair to a life full of enjoyment and challenges listeners to believe in their potential for growth and recovery. Whether you're searching for hope, practical tools, or just a story of triumph, this episode is packed with insights that promise to uplift and inspire.

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What if the everyday seed oils in your diet are the silent culprits behind chronic health issues? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Cate Shanahan, a Cornell-trained physician, author, and nutrition expert. Dr. Shanahan discusses her latest book, "Dark Calories," sharing groundbreaking insights on the often overlooked connection between dietary fats, sugar addiction, and metabolic diseases.

Dr. Cate's candid discussion takes us through the shortcomings of traditional medical training and highlights the importance of whole foods and ancient nutrition in addressing modern health problems. Her insights are both profound and practical, offering a fresh perspective on how dietary choices can be transformative for overall well-being. Prepare to be enlightened by Dr. Cate's passion for root-cause medicine and her empowering message about taking control of your health through better nutrition. Don't miss this engaging episode packed with valuable information and actionable advice.

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Have you ever wondered if your struggles with sugar might be linked to something deeper, like your nervous system? Join us today as we dive into an inspiring and eye-opening conversation with Joy Gandell, a fellow Canadian with a unique journey through sugar addiction and self-regulation. Discover how she connected the dots between her chronic acid reflux, emotional dysregulation, and sugar consumption, leading to a profound transformation in her health and well-being.

With an impressive background that includes a BA in Psychology, an MSc in Administration, life coaching certifications, and more, Joy brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. She shares her personal story of battling acid reflux during the pandemic, her restrictive diet journey, and the unexpected benefits of deep self-regulation practices that helped her regain control over her digestion and life.

Learn about the tools and strategies Joy used to heal her nervous system and how she now helps others on their journey to reduce or eliminate sugar, improve their lifestyle, and achieve a state of calm and balance. Tune in to hear about the three critical aspects of self-regulation: self-control, balancing the nervous system, and energy management.

This episode is packed with valuable insights, practical tips, and a heartfelt story that will leave you inspired to take control of your own health journey. Don't miss it!

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In the most recent episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Linnea Offerman, a nurse and health coach who has successfully navigated the tumultuous waters of sugar and food addiction. Her journey is not just one of personal triumph but also serves as a blueprint for those seeking to achieve food sobriety and reclaim their health. Linnea's approach hinges on the elimination of sugar and flour, the incorporation of whole foods into her diet, and the invaluable role of community support.

For Linnea, the road to recovery was marred by years of battling weight fluctuations and intense food cravings that led to a cycle of binge eating and guilt. Her decision to cut out sugar and flour was pivotal, leading to a dramatic transformation that not only changed her body but also her mental and emotional well-being. Linnea's story is a testament to the fact that despite the pressures of a busy life and the pervasive allure of processed foods, it is possible to break free from the chains of addiction.

The podcast delves into the nuances of adopting a whole foods diet, which Linnea describes as a journey to freedom rather than a path of restriction. She shares how the strict boundaries she set around her food intake created a safe space for her to thrive, much like the healthy limits we set in various aspects of our lives to foster security and well-being. The concept of 'food sobriety' that Linnea introduces is about gaining control over one's dietary choices and, in turn, over one's life.

A crucial aspect of Linnea's recovery was the strength she found in the community. The episode discusses how our host, also a working mother, struggled with her own food addiction and how reaching out on social media platforms like Instagram provided a lifeline. By connecting with others who shared similar struggles, a network of solidarity was formed. This network not only offered support but also held members accountable, which proved to be a powerful tool in combating addiction.

One of the more enlightening discussions in the episode centers around the deceptive nature of flour as a health food. Linnea explains the impact of grinding flour on its fiber content and how this seemingly innocuous process can lead to rapid spikes in blood sugar, much like processed sugar. The resulting crashes contribute to a vicious cycle of cravings and mood swings. The podcast doesn't shy away from tackling the challenges of introducing children to conscious eating habits, emphasizing the importance of teaching the next generation the value of nourishing their bodies with the right foods.

As the episode draws to a close, the focus shifts to the subject of self-love and the transformative power of connecting with our emotions. Linnea shares her personal experiences of learning to cope with life's challenges without resorting to food as a crutch. The discussions are intimate, honest, and serve as a reminder that our relationship with food is deeply entwined with our emotional health.

This podcast episode is more than a conversation about food; it is a celebration of personal growth, health, and the self-respect that comes from making choices that serve our highest good. Whether you're battling food addiction or simply seeking inspiration for a healthier lifestyle, Linnea Offerm

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Are you ready to decode the puzzle of your metabolic health? Join us on an enlightening journey with Carlee Hayes, a registered dietitian and Senior Nutrition Manager at NutriSense, in our latest podcast episode.

Discover how your unique responses to carbohydrates can shape your health. Learn why personalized nutrition is key and how Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) offer real-time insights into your body's reactions to different foods and meal timings.

Carlee shares actionable tips that can seamlessly fit into your routine, like starting meals with protein and vegetables to stabilize blood sugar, timing your carbs for optimal glucose control, and simple practices like taking a short walk after meals.

This episode empowers you to take control of your health with curiosity and informed choices. Tune in and unlock the tools and knowledge you need for a healthier future.

Listen now and take the first step toward mastering your metabolic health!

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