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Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeBehind Doors of Industrialized Food with Cheryl Harvey, founder of Nutes Nutrition📌 What if healing your body could also lead to building a business that challenges the food industry's biggest assumptions? Could your “healthy” grocery choices be silently wrecking your gut? In this eye-opening episode, Primie Cegnar sits down with Cheryl, founder of Nutes Nutrition, to expose the hidden dangers of industrialized food processing — from microbiome destruction to misleading ingredient labels. Discover how Cheryl’s journey from illness to innovation uncovered the truth behind what we eat, and why freezing raw, whole foods may be the future of real health.🌿 Top 3 TakeawaysRaw and Frozen = Real...2025-05-0223 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeThe Toxic Truth About Diet Culture with Maya Eid, founder of Maya Eid NutritionIn this powerful episode of Nourishing Lives, hosts Primie Cegnar from StellaEats and Allison from COOCO are joined by holistic nutritionist Maya Eid for a deeply human conversation about the hidden damage of diet culture.From chronic fatigue and digestive issues to a full-circle transformation, Maya shares her personal health journey and how the obsession with “clean eating” nearly broke her. They explore:The silent harm of under-eating and calorie obsessionHow diet culture equates body size with self-worthEmotional eating as a signal, not a shameful actWhy self-compassion and pleasure are keys to healingHow personalized nutrition is not...2025-04-2533 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeThe Future of AI Nutrition: StellaEats's Dietary AssistantIn this episode of the Nourishing Life podcast, Primie Cegnar shares her personal journey that led to the creation of StellaEats, an AI-assisted platform designed for individuals with special dietary needs. The conversation explores the significant market demand for such solutions, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the importance of balancing scientific dietary restrictions with the joy of food. Primie reflects on her experiences, including the impact of her husband's health issues on her mission, and offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs.NEWS: Launch beta access to select ambassadors!#Mission2025We’re su...2025-04-1816 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A Time Shocking Discovery of Being Pre-Diabetic And How It Changed Everything - Dr Jennie Ding, founder of Kale HealthThe Hidden Truth About Your Blood Sugar & Gut Health🔍 Ever wonder why your cravings control you? Or why you feel sluggish even when you’re “eating healthy”? Dr. Jennie Ding, founder of Kale Health, shares her shocking discovery of being pre-diabetic and how it changed everything.💡 In this episode: ✅ The truth about blood sugar & why it matters 🩸 ✅ Gut health’s surprising role in cravings & energy 🥗 ✅ The power of mindset shifts & glucose monitoring 🧠✅ Why most nutrition advice is WRONG 🚨This is a must-listen for anyone ready to take control of their health! 🎧✨🎧 Listen now & share with friends and famili...2025-02-0723 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeHow a 30-Day Sugar Reset Changed Everything! - Dr Jennie Ding, founder of Kale Health"The gut is undeniably our second brain." Don’t miss this powerful episode with Dr. Jennie, who confidently takes charge of her health. She reveals the decisive actions she implemented that completely transformed her diabetic condition. Tune in and be inspired to take control of your own health!SummaryIn this episode of the Nourishing Lives podcast, hosts Allison and Primie welcome Dr. Jenny Ding, a family physician specializing in metabolic health. Dr. Ding shares her personal journey of reversing pre-diabetes and discusses the critical connection between sugar consumption, gut health, and overall well-being. The co...2025-01-3123 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeThe Future of Meal Planning: COOCO's AI AssistantCODE to join: COOCO_HelloSummaryIn this episode of Nourishing Lives, co-host Allison from COOCO discusses the innovative features of their AI kitchen assistant, COOCO, which aims to simplify meal planning and reduce food waste. The conversation highlights the importance of community engagement, especially for international students and newcomers to Canada, and shares insights on how users can benefit from the platform. The episode also teases upcoming podcast themes focused on health and sustainability.No more wasting $70 of food in the bin. Sign up to get early dibs ...2025-01-2412 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeSecrets from Nutritionist on Healthy Eating on a Budget - Natasha Smith, founder of How to BloomIn this episode of Nourishing Lives: One Bite at a Time, hosts Alison from COOCO and Primie from StellaEats sit down with Natasha Smith, founder of How to Bloom and a passionate nutritionist. Together, they unpack the myth that healthy eating is expensive.From practical meal-prepping hacks to finding budget-friendly local produce, Natasha shares expert tips that make eating healthy accessible and affordable for everyone. Discover how freezing food can save money, why takeout isn't the budget-saver you think it is, and how personalized nutrition services can revolutionize your health journey.Learn how...2025-01-1727 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeCooking Allergen-Free That's Right ON Budget - Sadia Malik, founder of Allergy Eatables🎙️ Welcome to "Nourishing Lives, One Bite at a Time"—where food meets inclusivity, culture, and innovation!In this inspiring episode, hosts Allison Le and Primie Cegnar sit down with Sadia Malik, the brilliant mind behind Allergy Eatables, to tackle one of the biggest challenges for families: creating allergy-friendly meals on a budget.💡 What You’ll Learn:Smart Substitutions: How to swap ingredients while keeping dishes delicious.Budget-Friendly Tips: Simple ways to save money without sacrificing taste or safety.Cultural Influences: Bringing tradition into allergy-friendly cooking.Sustainable Kitchen Practices: Turn leftovers into creative meals and minimize was...2025-01-1020 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeHow A Mother's Fight For Survival, Making Food Safe - Sadia Malik, founder of Allergy EatablesWhat happens when your favourite family dishes collide with dietary restrictions? In this heartwarming episode of Nourishing Lives, hosts Primey and Alison sit down with Sadia Malik, the visionary behind Allergy Edibles, to explore the delicate balance between tradition, health, and inclusivity.From reimagining cultural staples like samosas to navigating the emotional challenges of food allergies within immigrant families, this episode is a celebration of resilience, creativity, and the power of food to bring us together. Sadia shares her inspiring journey of honoring her cultural roots while ensuring her family’s health and well-being—a journey filled with...2025-01-0319 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeAncient Farming Method That Mimics Nature But Never Goes Mainstream - Adam Mohammed, farm owner Branching Path Farm🍅 One Farming Method That Mimics Nature - But What's Stopping Us?In this eye-opening episode of Nourishing Lives, we sit down with Adam from Branching Path Farm. 💡 This is the episode that will make you question everything you know about your food. Do you know that - "You don’t need a farm to adopt permaculture principles. Start in your backyard!" Listen now and taste the difference in every bite.Together, we explore the challenges and solutions for healthier eating in Canada.💡 What’s Covered:Why scaling permaculture would miss the point—and...2024-12-2727 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeSuperfoods Secret Is NO SECRET - Natasha Smith, founder How to BloomSuperfood GateKeeping No More!🌟 "Superfoods Without the Hype: Natasha Smith Spills the Tea!" 🌟 Think superfoods are all hype? Think again! In our latest episode, Natasha Smith breaks it down: 🍽️ Top 3 Superfoods you can easily add to your meals today (no trips to Peru needed!). 🌱 The surprising versatility of ginger—this superfood will blow your mind! 🚧 Overcoming dietary blockers and restrictions when using superfoods.🎧 Tune in for practical tips and real insights to start your superfood journey with confidence.📢 Your Turn!What superfoods are already in your pantry?Share your favorite superfood r...2024-12-2026 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeOne Change That Could Transform Your Eating Habits Forever - Natasha Smith🎙️ Welcome to "Nourishing Lives, One Bite at a Time," the podcast where food meets wellness, community, and innovation.!Listen to this episode and learn one eating habit that could change you forever.We are exploring into mindful eating—it’s not just about what you eat but how you eat. Natasha Smith, a health advocate and Nutritional Practitioner, joins us to share her inspiring story and practical tips for incorporating mindfulness into mealtime.Natasha’s journey, sparked by her father’s health challenges, is a testament to the power of intentional living. She’ll walk us thro...2024-12-1314 min
Nourishing Lives, One Bite At A TimeTrailer - Nourishing Lives, One Bite at a Time - sponsored by COOCO and StellaEatsWelcome to Nourishing Lives, One Bite at A Time. We are your hosts, Allison and Primie. Join us every week, as we bring you inspiring guests from food entrepreneurs, innovators and advocates of wellness to wholeness.2024-12-0600 min