Episodes
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July 5, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Vacation Tips
It’s summertime which means vacations, beach trips, road trips, and day trips. In this week’s episode, I’ll break down my top 10 favorite tips to pass along for healthy traveling along with a BONUS tip (because who doesn’t love a bonus?!) This week’s recipe is Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal Muffins (great travel food). Schedule a visit today at www.bodymetrixhealth.com.
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June 27, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Back to Basics
In this week’s episode, I’m taking you to nutrition school. We’ll discuss the 6 essential nutrients you need in your diet, their roles and functions, and what foods to select to ensure you look and feel your best. This week’s recipe is Sheet Pan Caprese Pizza. Schedule a visit today at www.bodymetrixhealth.com.
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June 13, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Perfection vs Goals
Is Perfectionism Preventing you from Reaching your Goals? In this week’s episode we review 8 ways to spot perfectionism and identify how it is getting your way of reaching your health goals (I’m totally #6!!!!). This week’s recipe is Zucchini Lasagna Rolls.
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June 6, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | What Does The Science Say?
Should you eat low carb or low fat? Should you exercise fasted or eat something beforehand? Does intermittent fasting really work? And which diet is the best for fat loss? Everyone has an opinion on the best way to lose weight but what does research say about the different methods? In this week’s episode, we break down 6 common diet suggestions and separate the truth from fiction. This week’s recipe is Chocolate Hummus.
158
May 30, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | How to Love Yourself & Your Body
If you’re confused about how to love your body and practice body acceptance (but secretly want to lose 10 pounds by summer) you’re not alone. In this week’s episode we tackle the idea of why we think these two lines of thoughts cannot coexist and how to simultaneously work on both. This week’s recipe is Baked Chicken Thighs with Chickpeas and Carrots.
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May 23, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Social Eating
With Memorial Day right around the corner, I’m giving you my 10 best tips for staying on track with your health goals all while enjoying yourself at your next social gathering. This week’s recipe is Sparkling Green Tea.
156
May 16, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | What Makes Up Your Metabolism
We throw around words like metabolism and calories in the nutrition world but what do those words actually mean and how does that influence your health goals? This week we break down the science and physiology of metabolism, what you can’t control, and most importantly what you can. This week’s recipe is Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi.
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May 8, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Eat Less Move More Myths
Why the advice “Eat less, move more” doesn’t work: Weight loss should be easy….just eat less and move more, right? Not exactly. In this week’s podcast we talk about the real life struggles that aren’t excuses and three reasons why you’re not following through with your goals. This week’s recipe is Cucumber Yogurt Dip.
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May 2, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Overeating and Accountability
In this week’s episode we focus on one of the top challenges my weight loss clients face - overeating! We’ll break down the 4 reasons why we do it as well as practical tips for working through it. We also discuss internal vs external accountability and why both are important to reaching your goals. This week’s recipe is Spring Minestrone Soup with Orzo.
153
April 26, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | And the Academy Award Goes To….YOU!
In this week’s episode, we discuss the power of our dramatic stories and how they lead us to feeling stuck with our health goals. In this episode we’ll identify the most common drama-filled deliveries I see in my practice and learn how to ask better questions when we’re not making progress. This week’s recipe is Greek Pasta Salad with Shrimp.
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April 18, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Cortisol And Weight Loss
Are my cortisol levels keeping me from losing weight? Hormones and weight loss is always a hot topic, so this week we’re jumping in and explaining how stress impacts your body and your health goals. Not only will we take a deep dive into what happens to us physically when we get stressed, but we’ll get to the root of the problem for long-term success. This week’s recipe is Sesame Chicken Couscous Salad.
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April 11, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | How to Control Yourself Around Trigger Foods
Is there a food that if you allow yourself to eat one bite, it will inevitably end in you consuming the whole bag? In today’s episode we talk about how to coexist with these challenging foods and learn tips how to consume them in a more appropriate serving size. This week’s recipe is Berry Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats.
150
April 4, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | How to Determine Your Goal Weight
How do you know what your goal weight should be? Is it based on the BMI or the Ideal Body Weight charts? This week, we discuss common weight charts used by medicine, why they are used, and what to take into consideration when making your goal. This week’s recipe is Quinoa Bowl with Spinach, Pomegranates, and Chickpeas.
149
March 28, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | 5 Wellness Trends in 2023
According to a recent survey by MindBody, the five top wellness trends for 2023 are in and we’re so excited to share them with you. Want to know which trend you should jump on right away? Check out this week’s episode! This week’s recipe is Mushroom Tortellini Soup.
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March 21, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | The Power of Routines
Does your morning and evening routine set you up for success with your health goals or create another challenge to overcome? In this week’s episode we break down step-by-step what routines to start incorporating into your day so you can be more productive with your day. This week’s recipe is Sweet Potato Brownies.
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March 14, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | How to Create a Goal & Achieve It!
According to Goalscalling.com in 2022, only 6% of people who create a goal will actually achieve it. In this episode we break down the four stages of a goal, the potential challenges each phase brings, and how to push through and succeed (instead of joining the 94%). This week’s recipe is Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad.
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March 7, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Should I Take Weight Loss Medication?
Wegovy and Mounjaro are two popular medications to recently hit the market but are they safe and do they work? In this week’s episode we look at the facts and answer the question: is it a good option for you? This week’s recipe is Pineapple Pico de Gallo!
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Feb. 28, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | How to Stop a Bad Habit
We often talk about ways to begin a new habit but what if your goal is to stop a negative habit? In this week’s episode, we talk about why your previous attempts to quit didn’t work and the exact steps to take to find success. This week’s recipe is Fresh Green Bean Salad.
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Feb. 21, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Eating and Exercise for your Cycle
Are there specific foods and exercises you should do depending on where you are at in your menstrual cycle? Join us this week to find out what nutrients and which exercises work best with our body depending on our hormones. This week’s recipe is Comforting Mushroom Pasta.
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Feb. 14, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | How to Spot a Diet Scam
Flashy diets, quick fixes, and abundant promises are what the diet industry loves to sell to consumers. You can’t control your weight? Our program will fix you (Lose 20 pounds in just 10 weeks). In this week’s episode we address 5 ways to spot a bogus diet program and instead what words and promises to look for instead. This week’s recipe is Sweet Potato and Pomegranate Salad.
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Feb. 7, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Nighttime Sugar Cravings
Do you struggle with craving sweet treats after dinner? In this week’s episode we discuss the three reasons why you crave specific foods at night and how to work through those cravings with simple yet effective strategies. This week’s recipe is figlets (I can’t wait for you to try them!)
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Jan. 31, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Nutrition and PCOS
10% of women struggle with the condition PCOS. In this week’s episode we do a deep dive into what exactly the condition is, how it is diagnosed, what tests to ask your doctor for if you suspect you have it, and how to treat with nutrition and lifestyle changes. This week’s recipe is Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup.
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Jan. 24, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | Stages of Change: Moving From “I Should” to “I Want to”
In this week’s episode, we identify the 5 stages of change and how each stage plays a role in habit change. If you have ever struggled with feeling like you should change a health habit but can’t figure out why you’re not motivated to follow through with it, this episode is for you. This week’s recipe is Sheet Pan Cilantro Lime Chicken
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Jan. 17, 2023
Nourish, Eat, Repeat | How to Spot an Eating Disorder with Dietitian Stacy Jones
In this week’s episode, I interview BodyMetrix dietitian and eating disorder expert Stacy Jones. We discuss how to identify an eating disorder, the risk factors for developing an eating disorder, the difference between eating disorders and disordered eating, and treatment options. If you are concerned about a loved one or have more questions about this disease, this episode is for you! This week’s recipe is Avocado Egg Mash on Toast.