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The Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastThe Importance of Gut healthHello, my friends! It's been a while! I'm happy to be back from my little break. It's also been a while since I focused on the importance of gut health. We are in the throws of the holiday season and cold and flu season, so our immune system is being tested by all the things...bugs in the air, the stress of the season, holiday parties, and treats galore. So to help you stay healthy, have energy and feel your best to enjoy the season fully, we need to support our Gut health. It's a...2023-11-2829 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast8 Science-Based Principles for Sustainable Weight Loss and Better HealthUnlock the secrets to sustainable weight loss and a healthier you! 🌱 Join me in this enlightening episode, where I dive into 8 science-backed principles that can transform your journey to better health. From mindful eating to balancing your diet, we've got you covered. Tune in and discover the path to lasting wellnessIf you want more support with this! Join my 4 Week - Diet Reset Program Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. 2023-10-1022 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastMagnificent MagnesiumI'm excited to explore the secrets to a vibrant, balanced life in this week's episode. We'll delve into the power of nutrition, share stress-busting strategies, and discuss the science-backed tips you need for your journey to optimal well-being. 🌿💫Join my 4-week Diet Reset Live Group Coaching program - It starts October 15, 2023! Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Find out more about my done-for-you Meal Plans and Wellness BundlesVisit My Well...2023-10-0319 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastThe Skinny on Artificial SweetenersWhat's the deal with artificial sweeteners? Are they bad? Good? Somewhere in between? The WHO just came out with a statement categorizing the artificial sweetener aspartame as "potentially carcinogenic to humans". This is distressing, but honestly, not a surprise to me. Holistic practitioners have warned about the potential adverse effects of these artificial chemicals being a part of our food supply for years.So in this episode, I review the findings and the downside of artificial sweeteners in general and give you my favorite non-sugar alternatives. Here is the Link to the WHO s...2023-09-2627 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast3 Simple Things You Can Do To Kickstart Your Wellness Journey3 Simple Things You Can Do To Kickstart Your Wellness JourneyDo you want to create new healthy habits but don't know how to start? Are you a little overwhelmed by the health information out there that you just don't know where to start?Well, I've got you!In this episode, I give you a simple and doable place to begin in each of my 3 pillars of health, nutrition, movement, and mindset. Start with these 3 things and I know you will be feeling better in no time. And do them consistently so you start...2023-09-2026 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastWhat You Eat and Drink May be Driving Stress and Emotional Eating!Join me on the latest episode of The Pusuit of Wholeness Podcast as I explore the powerful connection between Food and Emotions. 🤔Did you know that what you eat and drink can trigger emotional eating? Discover the foods that can trigger emotional eating and make staying aligned with your goals harder! But the good news is, there are foods (and spices, herbs and teas) that help support your mood and emotions to reduce feelings of being out of control around food! I can't wait to talk about the link between what we eat...2023-09-1217 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastMastering Stress To Stop Emotional EatingEver wondered how stress impacts your eating habits? This episode unravels the connection between stress management and emotional eating. Discover practical strategies and expert insights to regain control over your well-being. Join us on this transformative journey! Do you struggle with Emotional Eating? My Mindful Eating guide would help! Download it here! Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Find out more about my done-for-you Meal Plans and Wellness Bun...2023-09-0626 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastEnergize Your Life: The Power of Metabolic FlexibilityHey there, my friends! 🌟Ever felt like your energy levels are on a rollercoaster? Or maybe you just feel fatigued all the time. Well, today i'm excited to dive into something seriously cool on our latest podcast episode – metabolic flexibility! We're about to unravel the science and give some really actionable steps to increase your energy, support your blood sugar, and supercharge your wellness journey.Metabolic flexibility is the key to making sure our bodies can effectively switch between energy sources to support our effective carbohydrate metabolism, fat oxidation, and protein synthesis, to support our hormones, blood s...2023-08-2919 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastCarbs 101: Demystifying the World of CarbohydratesLet's talk about Carbs! There is a lot of confusing information about there, so I want to break down this topic to make so you can make more informed food choices! Join me as we explore the science behind these vital energy sources and unravel the differences between simple and complex carbs. From understanding blood sugar regulation 📊🍭 to providing actionable insights, we're diving into the nutritional world with clarity. Get ready for an informative and engaging discussion that sheds light on the carb essentials. 🥑🍞 Let's embark on this journey toward better health together! 🌟🥯🥦 And As I mentioned! Gr...2023-08-2231 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastInsulin Resistance in women over 40 and my health journey 🌼 Ready for some real talk? In this episode, we're diving deep into a topic that affects many of us: Insulin Resistance in Women Over 40. 🤓 But don't worry, I'm (trying) keeping it light and easy to understand. Plus, I'm spilling the beans about my own health journey over the past few years – the ups, the downs, and everything in between. Let's navigate this journey together and empower ourselves with knowledge about weight loss, health, insulin resistance, longevity, and boosting energy! Embrace better health, one step at a time. 💪🎧 Let's hang out! Find me on Instagr...2023-08-1554 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastNon-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease with Andy De Santis RDOur liver plays a crucial role in our health and is important in various bodily functions, including metabolism, detoxification, and nutrient storage. A Healthy liver is so important to overall health and longevity.The liver isn't really something I have been overly focused on but over the over the last 6 months I have had a few patients with a condition called Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. In fact, it is estimated that 1 in 3 people have fatty liver disease, so I wanted to find out more! I was lucky enough to have registered dietitian Andy De Santis RD on my...2023-08-0848 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastSports Nutrition with The Runner's Dietitian Ellen Landes MS, RDNStarting a new workout regimen and not sure how to nourish yourself? Maybe you have been working out for a while and want to uplevel your nutrition game.Fantastic! Have I got the episode for you! I am talking with The Runner's Dietitian, Ellen Landed RDN, about fueling your body for optimal performance! We discuss the role of carbohydrates, fat, and protein in fueling and recovery for optimal performance and results! Connect with EllenIntagram: @therunnersdietitian https://www.therunnersdietitian.com/ Let's hang out! Find me on I...2023-08-0145 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastThe Importance of Creating a Plan For Your SuccessDo you want to know one of the biggest reasons I see people struggle to achieve their health and weight loss goals? No, it's not discipline....Or willpower...Or because they "have-no-time-because-they-have-12million-things-on-their-todo-list" (actually, this is part of the problem..) The reason people struggle to make sustainable progress. Is they don't support themselves in a way that makes change possible...they don't make a plan. Planning. "You know that old saying, if you fail to plan, you plan to fail."True. In t...2023-07-2535 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastNourishing From Within- The Art of Mindful EatingDo you ever feel out of control around food? Do you want to drop a few lbs but don't want to be a slave to food rules and feel restricted? Or maybe you want to be healthier and make healthier choices more consistently. Is this You? Me too! Emotional eating, feeling out of control around food, and shame around food and my food choices, Took up so much (way toooo much) of my mental and emotional energy for years. Well, my friend, let me introduce you to Mindful Eating. Mindfulness is a transformative tool...2023-07-1834 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastLiving with Purpose: The Power of Being IntentionalLiving on Purpose. What does that mean to you? To me living on purpose and being intentional with your time and energy is the secret ingredients to happiness and fulfillment. It is so easy to spend so much of our time and energy living for the future, doing and reliving the disappointments and resentments of the past. Living in the present is where we find happiness, contentment and peace. But this is hard so so many of us, because we are so practiced at doing and "working towards" so we just need...2023-07-1116 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastThe Sunshine Vitamin: Vitamin D 101Hey there, sunshine lovers! ☀️ One more reason to love a sunny day! Vitamin D, baby! Did you know our bodies make Vitamin D from sunshine? Yep! Today I dive deep into Vitamin D. I talk about how it's made, why so many people are deficient, and what you can do about it! I have wanted to learn more about vitamin D because many people, including myself, are deficient! A little sunshine goes a long way! ☀️ In this episode, I explore the science behind Vitamin D, how it's made in the body, and how y...2023-07-0329 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastElevating your Confidence and Style with Stylist Luisa Nunez"Style is something each of us already has, all we need to do is find it." —Diane von FurstenbergI LOVED my conversation with Lusia Nunez, stylist at luisanunez.com. We talked all about how to find YOUR style and what YOU feel comfortable with is how you support building confidence. Clothes make you confident; they enhance your confidence. Luisa shares her favorite tip when building your personal style. Grab it here "How to build your wardrobe foundations"Connect with Luisa! Instagram @styledbyluisanunezFacebook: @imluisanunezwww.l...2023-06-2728 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastEating Healthy on Vacation: Tips for Your Next AdventureWho doesn't love getting away? I LOVE traveling, but sometimes I get too off track with my regular diet, and when I get back, I feel blah! So are some simple tips to stay consistent on your next vacation while enjoying every moment! Main takeaways:Plan ahead and Pack healthy SnacksHydrate Portion ControlFind Balance (Protein, Complex Carbs and Fat) and Prioritize Vegetable and Fruit Watch the Booze! Stay activeHave Fun! Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pintere...2023-06-2018 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastEmbracing Your Swim Suit Body. The Power of Body Positivity and Self-LoveIt's summertime, and that means swimsuit season!Summertime is my favorite time of year! There is so much fun and joy to be had, but so many women limit their joy and experiences because they don't want to get into a swimsuit. After all, they want to some weight. And this breaks my heart because they are missing out on fun and memories because of some idea of who they NEED to be. And they are waiting to step into living until they have changed something to feel more confident. The Truth is confidence comes f...2023-06-1321 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastSummer Cooking with Chef Sara Haas RDSara Haas RD, is a registered dietitian, professional chef, author of 2 cookbooks, and food contributor to so many online sites like Eating Well Magazine, Allrecipes, Kitchnand I am so thrilled she joined me to talk about Summer cooking and much more! My intention for this episode was to talk all things summer cooking, summer produce, grilling...etc. But we ended up talking about that, but so much more:Highlights:- Where to start when you are new to cooking?- How Sara and I plan our families' meals - Seasonal pro...2023-06-0731 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast35. Nutrition and SobrietySobriety offers freedom for those who struggle with addiction! But it can be hard to achieve and maintain. Nutrition has a huge impact on recovery, reducing cravings, and staying sober. In today's episode, I explore the implications of addiction on your nutritional health and why people beginning the journey into sobriety. - replenishing nutrient depletions- the importance of getting enough protein- maintaining good blood sugar balance- healing your gut- boosting neuroplasticity (the brain's ability to heal, repair, and grow new neural connections) - nutrients that support sobrie...2023-05-3142 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast34. Nourish Your Mental Health - Important Nutrients for Mental HealthToday I am digging deeper into a few of the specific nutrients essential in supporting your mental health! Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Find out more about my done-for-you Meal Plans and Wellness BundlesVisit My Wellness Shop - The Mediterranean Diet Bundle (Recipes, 4-Week Meal Plan, and More!)- The Clean Eating Starter Kit ( R...2023-05-2329 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast33. Anxiety. The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly with Julie Moss LPCThis has probably been one of my favorite episodes to date! It's not just because I think the world of my guest Julie Moss LPC, but because Anxiety affects so many people, including myself! I love the way Julie describes and explains why we get anxious, how it can sometimes be helpful to us, ad how when our anxiety runs a muck, we can begin to understand it, work with it and move through it. I took away so much wisdom from this episode! I hope you find it helpful too! Find Julie on I...2023-05-1630 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast32. Freedom from Emotional EatingIn my latest episode of The Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast, I am talking about one of my favorite and (I think) most important topics in wellness, Emotional Eating. It's one of the biggest things that get in the way of our best intentions and highest goals. And the kicker is, it happens so unintentionally and subconsciously that it's hard to stop and it makes us feel like such a weak-willed failure...speaking from experience here! It is estimated that ~75% of overeating is due to emotional eating. But finding new ways to handle emotional eating is so possible, wit...2023-05-1126 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast31. Nutrition and Mental Health with Adrien Paczosa RD, LD CDERD-SMay is National Mental Health Awareness Month, so this is the perfect time to introduce you to the topic of The impact of Nutrition on Mental Health! I am thrilled to introduce you to Adrien Paczosa RD, LD, CDERD-S. Adrien has more than 20 years of experience working in the dietetic field with a focus on eating disorders, neurochemistry nutrition, and business development. In 2007, Paczosa founded and opened her first private practice in Austin, Texas called iLiveWell Nutrition. Recently, iLiveWell Nutrition has become Nourish — a nationwide, virtual-first nutrition group focused on addressing America’s healthcare crisis through greater access...2023-05-0247 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast30. The 80/20 RuleHealthy eating isn't an all-or-nothing proposition; in fact, you are more successful when you allow for some flexibility. Being too rigid isn't sustainable, causes overeating, and isn't sustainable for the long term...and it doesn't allow for any fun and indulgence! In this, I talk about the 80/20 rule, where you focus on eating aligned with your goals 80% of the time with 20% wiggle room. Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Find ou...2023-04-1815 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast29. The Benefits of Soaking Your Grains for Optimized Nutrition with Allison Sacks RDI'm excited to welcome Alison Sacks RD back today to talk about the benefits of soaking grains to increase tolerance and the bioavailability of nutrients. As always, Allison is a wealth of knowledge, and I know you will find a lot of value from this conversation! Find out more about Alison at https://www.instagram.com/alisonsacks/Find out more about My 30 Day Reset HERE Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest2023-04-0520 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast28. Stuttering with Ashley Cubberly M.A., CCC-SLPIn this episode, I am talking with Ashley Cubberly, M.A., CCC-SLP. from Brown cub speech therapy, about stuttering. We dive into what is known about stuttering, her philosophy and techniques, and how to support someone you know stutters! This is a very personal subject for me because I am an adult who stutters, and I share my journey, including my speech therapy journey and the turning point in my speech! I am thrilled to be able to share this with you! More about Ashley:Instagram: @brown.cub.speechE-mail: browncupspeech@gma...2023-03-2846 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast27. Maternal Mental Health with Rachel Garner LCSW-S, PMH-CI am thrilled to introduce you to Rachel Garner! Rachel specializes in perinatal mental health and her knowledge, passion, and compassion for women and families really come through in our conversation! Learn more about Rachel:Website: rachelgarnercounseling.comRachel Garner LCSW on Psychology TodayThe 30-Day Reset:Learn more about it HERE Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Find out more about my done-for-you Me...2023-03-2139 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast26. Changing Need to Want is the Key to Success (and having more fun)!You know that thing, you really want to change? 💪 You may want to start working out more. 🍎Maybe you want to Eat healthier.🎉Stop overeating or emotional eating? I have some key advice that is simple but is actually a big thing that gets in people's way. 👉 Changing "I Need to" to "I want to" When we are working on getting healthier, some of the changes we need to make are not the most fun...changing out the chips for carrots, getting unsweet tea instead of sweet tea (or soda), goin...2023-02-2815 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast25. Common Herbal Remedies with Alison Sacks RDAlison Sacks RD is back on the show to discuss her favorite herbal remedies! On today's show, she shares her wisdom on the use of these popular herbsElderberryEchinaceaValerian root Nora TeaHibiscus Check out Alison Sacks on Instagram @alisonsacks and www.catoctinmountainfarm.comIf you are looking for a reputable supplement source, check out my dispensary with Fullscript. I curated some product lists with the herbs discussed on Fullscript and Amazon. ElderberryEchinaceaValerian root Nora TeaHibiscus Bronchial Wellness Tea Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Faceb...2023-02-2124 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast24. Starting a New Exercise Routine with Andy Twellman M.ED., CSCS, FAFSToday I am talking to Andy Twellman, the owner and head trainer at Driven Performance Training in Austin...and my husband! Andy is an expert in training, movement and pain reduction. I am excited to share his wisdom with you! Main TakeAways:Start developing a routine. The most important exercise is one you will do regularly and consistently! Begin where you are! Don't try to go out too hard (or where you were in your 20s) because it's not sustainable, and you may get hurt!It's never too late to start! You can start a fitness...2023-02-0924 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast23. The Pursuit of Your Dreams with Honey BorregoI'm excited to chat with Honey Borrego. Honey shares how she took a leap and became a Real Estate Agent after more than a decade in financial services!As you know, I usually discuss traditional wellness topics that center around nutrition and health, but this show is all about our Pursuit of Wholeness. And wholeness takes many forms and paths because we are multi-dimensional people with many parts and facets that make us who we are.And I want to inspire you to dream big and seek your greatest self. The greatest version of ourselves req...2023-01-3133 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast22. What exactly is a Whole Food Diet? In our modern world, it's hard to know what to eat. Everything is packaged and "processed" to some degree, so what exactly does it mean when people like me say Eat a Whole Food, Unprocessed Diet? In this Episode, I break it down, (try to) make it simple, and explain how to make sure you are following the whole food diet principles simply and practically.I also share what I typically eat in a day...most of the time :)Main Tips:- Look for a limited ingredient list. If it's a lo...2023-01-2424 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast21. The Power of Gratitude with Julie Moss M.S. LPCI love this topic and I love this conversation with my friend Julie! In this episode we discuss:- What is gratitude?- How gratitude practice can keep you grounded and can get you out of a cycle of negative thinking. - A gratitude practice can actually change your thinking patternsThere are so many good gems in this conversation! I would love to hear what you think about this episode so head over to instagram and let me know on this post or in my DM! And connect with Juli...2023-01-1729 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast20. PCOS & Women's Health with Cory Ruth, MS, RDNI'm so excited to share this guest with you! Today, I welcome Cory Ruth RDN, The Women's Dietitian, to the show! She brought her vast knowledge and many years working with women living with PCOS to optimize hormones and health! And her sweet baby boy joined us for our conversation because we roll with it when life and daycare have other plans. It was such a great conversation talking about the physiology of PCOS and how to manage it!Main Takeaways! Blood Sugar Balance is Key! No need to elim...2023-01-1037 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastMy 2022 Recap & 2023 GoalsHappy New Year! I love the New Year; it always feels like a fresh start. Every year I like to review what worked and what didn't. And I talk about my goals and plans for the next year! This episode was vulnerable to record...I hope you find it helpful and maybe a little inspiring! XOI would love to hear about your hopes and dreams for the next year! Head over to Instagram and Share with me! And if you enjoyed this episode, I would love it if...2023-01-0351 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast18. A Conversation with Bariatic Dietitian Sukwan Jolley MPH, RD, CSOWM, LDI was thrilled to introduce you to Sukwan Jolley MPH, RD, CSOWM, LD! Sukwan Jolley is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Obesityand Weight Management with 15 years of experience in research, diabetes,weight management, nutrition counseling in bariatric surgery, and bariatricprogram management.Main Take Aways:- The Lastest in Obesity Research - What is bariatric surgery, and who is right for this approach to obesity and weight loss. - The bariatric surgery process- What contributes to weight gain after surgeryConnect with Su...2022-11-2949 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast17. Healthy and Happy for the HolidaysThe holidays are truly a wonderful time of year...but they can also be stressful! In this episode, I talk about 6 things you can do to stay healthy and happy during the holiday season! 1. Keep health a priority (Move, eat your veggies, go easy on the treats and booze, and don't forget to drink water!) 2. Manage stress and find peace every day. This will ground you so you can focus on the small but important stuff. And don’t forget to do the little stuff that you want to do. 3. Practice gratitude. Keep your REAL priorities in c...2022-11-2223 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast16. The Origin of Your Food with Alison Sacks RDI was so thrilled to have Alison Sacks RD join me on this podcast episode! She is a wealth of knowledge! Main Takeaways:- Regenerative Farming is integral to the sustainability of our Food System- Real Food is the key to health in so many ways- The way food is raised and grown impacts the nutrient content of your food- How getting back to the basics and nature is nourishing to your body and SoulTo learn more about Farm Camp: https://www.catoctin...2022-11-1549 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast15. Why it's Important to Add Variety to Your Diet!Do you want to know the best way to optimize your health? Eat a variety of whole foods, especially vegetables and fruits! In this episode, talk about why it's so important and HOW to add variety in your diet (and to your kids's diet!) Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Find out more about my done-for-you Meal Plans and Wellness BundlesVisit My Wellness Shop ...2022-11-0123 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast14. Doing vs Being in Your Health Journey with Stephanie Riles RDN, LD, NASM, CPTWhat is the difference between doing and being during your health journey? Most of the time, when we are working hard to transform our health, we mostly focus on what we are DOING. How we can change how we eat, how often we exercise, our supplements... etc. And this can be exhausting because it's often not coupled with changing how we are BEING in the relationship we have with our food, our movement and most importantly, our self! My friend and fellow registered Dietitian, Stephanie Riles, came on m...2022-10-2536 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast13. Hormonal Health & Perimenopause with Dr. Tara Scott MD, FACOGI am thrilled to introduce you to Dr. Tara Scott MD! In this episode, we take a deep dive into female hormones, normal cycles, fluctuations, abnormal cycles, and perimenopause (a subject I'm super interested in, so it was so nice to chat with an expert!)More about Dr. Scott: Dr. Tara Scott Hormone Guru, helps people find the cause of their symptoms and get them on a path to optimal health. With over 25 years of experience and 3 board certifications in OB/GYN, Functional Medicine, and Integrative medicine, Dr. Scott has helped thousands...2022-10-111h 02The Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast12. Hashimoto's Disease with Dr. Omar Akhter MD.I am thrilled to share this interview I had with Dr. Omar Akhter MD. Dr. Akhter is a functional medicine doctor in Austin, working with a variety of health conditions, including quite a few patients with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. In this episode, we discuss:Hashimoto's disease is An autoimmune condition affecting the thyroidOften underdiagnosedWomen are 8-10x more likely to be diagnosed with this condition Possible Symptoms: GI issues, hormonal irregularities, Fatigue, weight gain, joint aches, muscle weakness & tenderness, dry skin, increased sensitivity to cold...etcLifestyle Factors play a role in the development and are HUGE in the tr...2022-09-201h 00The Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast11. Changing ThingsThis episode discusses a topic I run into a lot of my coaching clients, so I wanted to share this with you! Main take Aways:If you want things to be different, to change, you HAVE to change some things. It’s better to change a little in all the health buckets (nutrition, fitness, sleep, and mindset) than a lot in just one of those areas. Don’t get stuck in the butts and the why not. Try on the what ifs and how can I’s because you can do more than you think if y...2022-09-1521 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast10. Intuitive Eating with Heidi Bohall M.A., ACSM-CPT, CIECI am so thrilled to Introduce you to Certified Intuitive Eating Coach Heidi Bohall M.A., ACSM-CPT, CIEC,Heidi currently works as a Performance Specialist at Driven Performance Training in Austin, TX, and has been a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor since 2011, helping individuals create a healthy relationship with food, exercise, mind, and body. Heidi also has an extensive background in Health Education and Health Promotion and spent 11 years as a Behavioral Health Consultant and Faculty within the Health and Human Physiology department at the University of Iowa.In the episode, we talk about the 10 Principles...2022-09-061h 08The Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast9. All about Pre-Diabetes and Type 2 DiabetesIn this episode, I dive deeper into blood sugar, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes. My Blood Sugar Support Supplement Protocol:https://us.fullscript.com/protocols/sananutritionandwellness-blood-sugar-supportAbout Sally Twellman RDN - https://sananutritionandwellness.com/about/Come find me! Sally on Instagram, Twitter, and FacebookJoin Sally's Email Mailing List - https://sananutritionandwellness.com/sign-mailing-list/ Let's hang out! Find me o...2022-08-0934 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast8. How I find more time in my day.Do you want to know how I find more time in my day? It also brings me so much peace and contentment, and I think everyone should do it! Not exactly the way I do, but some very version of it.That little secret is my early morning routine. First, I love my early mornings, and I learned years ago that this time is the golden hour or three that allows me to set the course of my day. This is when I meditate, exercise, and sometimes pick up the house/water my pl...2022-08-0220 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast7. Blood Sugar & Insulin Resistance. And why YOU should care!Do you know what blood sugar is? What about insulin? Did you know that maintaining good blood sugar control is one of the most important things you can do for your health? It's true! And I will help you understand it and help you maintain good blood sugar control and keep from becoming insulin resistant! Listen to this episode and find out more!And find me on Instagram or Facebook and let me know what you think! Supplement Protocolshttps://us.fullscript.com/protocols/sananutritionandwellness-gastrointestinal-health-chronic-digestive-discomfort-copy...2022-07-2639 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast6. Heal your Gut with the 5 RsIn episode 4, I introduced the 5 R approach I use when helping someone heal their Gut dysfunction. I break down this systemic approach and give you practical tips to apply it to your life. The 5 Rs are :RemoveReplenishReinoculate Repair RebalanceThis process engages your body's own natural healing ability so you have a stronger healthier GI tract, immune system, nervous system..all the systems. Because all roads lead back to our GI health! Digestive Health Supplement Protocols - https://us.fullscript.com/protocols/sananutritionandwellness-gastrointestinal-health-chronic-digestive-discomfort-copy...2022-07-0535 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast#5. Take Action, Daily.Do you want to know the single most important thing you should start doing when you begin wellness or other change journey? 👉Daily Action. It sounds simple and obvious, but we often find ourselves gung-ho in the beginning, and then things creep up and it's a month later and you have completely fallen off track. We live in an all-or-nothing world, but we live complex ever-changing lives, so this all-or-nothing approach doesn't work. There is a middle way between all and nothing, that allows you to find consistency even with the ebb and flow of life. Thi...2022-06-2820 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastEpisode 4 - Your Digestive Health 101Your gut health is the root of your health! This episode is about the importance of your digestive health and how to heal your digestive health if needed. Gut Healing Supplement Protocol: https://us.fullscript.com/protocols/sananutritionandwellness-gastrointestinal-health-chronic-digestive-discomfort-copyAbout Sally Twellman RDN - https://sananutritionandwellness.com/about/Come find me! Sally on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, 2022-06-2135 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastEpisode 3: Wellness Basics - MindsetHow and what we think, believe, and feel determines how successful our efforts are! Change is hard, and it's made even harder by some of our subconscious and non-conscious patterns and beliefs. In today's episode, I break down some common emotional patterns and beliefs that we feel. Then I offer some ways to gain insight and shift those beliefs to allow you to transform and elevate your way of being, so you can make the changes you desire! This is the episode that completes the Wellness Basics series! And If you haven't already, listen to Epsisode 1, all a...2022-06-1447 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastEpisode 2- Wellness Basics: ExerciseToday we are going to talk about exercise and movement, and this is something that I really feel was transformative for me. I talk about the true reason why we should exercise. I also talk about how much is optimal for good healing, especially so we can age gracefully! #fitness #agegracefully #strong Find the full transcript here - https://sananutritionandwellness.com/wellness-basics-exercise-episode-2-of-the-pursuit-of-wholeness-podcast/ Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Find out more ab...2022-06-1431 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastEpisode 1- Wellness Basics - Food and NutritionIn Episode 1 of this wellness basics series, I talk about food and nutrition and how they impact the body. Join me as I talk about what foods to eat in abundance and which to limit, and why! #health #wellness #nutrition #wholeness #vitamins #minerals Let's hang out! Find me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Find out more about my done-for-you Meal Plans and Wellness BundlesVisit My Wellness Shop - 2022-06-1428 minThe Pursuit of Wholeness PodcastTrailerWelcome to the Pursuit of Wholeness Podcast! I am Sally Twellman and obsessed with all things wellness! The basics like whole food, nutrition, and fitness, but also the things like meditation, weight loss, body appreciation, intuitive eating and finding balance, having empowering relationships, time management, and mindset. I love reading and learning, and I want to share what I learn with you! Good health should be simple. I want to take the complex and often confusing information out there and simplify it so you can start applying it to your own life! I get it! Life can be crazy! I...2022-05-1403 min