Episodes

In this episode of Nourish Bytes: What's Really In that, we walk through the ingredients in the new protein chip from Wilde. Think of this series as ingredient literacy for real life. We’re not telling you what to buy. We’re teaching you how to think.

What if one of the most evidence-based ways to support bone density, preserve muscle, and extend your years of independence is also one of the most underutilized? Enter strength training. The Interview That Might Change Your Mind About Exercise In this episode of Navigating Nourishment, we're joined by Karin Weinstein to talk about why strength training is one of the most powerful, and often overlooked tools for bone health, longevity, and the freedom to maintain independence. We also explore th...

Conversation matters more than we think. You can eat well, move your body, and try to get enough sleep… and still feel off. There’s something else shaping your health every day — something easy to overlook. It’s the conversations you’re having. Out loud… and in your own head. The way you speak to a partner at the end of a long day. The tone you use when you’re stressed. The quiet inner voice that either supports your choices… or slowly talks you out of them. These moments don’t just pass through...

When Thoughts About Food Feel Loud Have you ever noticed how much space food can take up in your mind? Not just when you are preparing a meal or feeling genuinely hungry, but throughout the day. Wondering what you should eat. Whether you should eat. Replaying what you already ate. Planning what comes next. For many people, this steady stream of thoughts has become part of daily life. Some describe it as background chatter. Others experience it as a persistent pull that feels distracting or exhau...

Today on Navigating Nourishment Podcast, we’re stepping into a conversation that might look like it’s about closets and kitchen drawers… but is actually about identity, energy, memory, and how we want to live. This episode is titled Conscious Decluttering, and we're joined by Jessica Varian Carroll, owner and founder of Organisata Home here in New Jersey. Decluttering is often framed as a weekend project. A purge. A productivity hack. But conscious decluttering is something quieter and more inte...

Nourish Bytes: What’s Really In That? You know the moment. You’re standing in the grocery store. The front of the package is glowing with words like natural, clean, immune-supporting, energizing. The colors are fresh. The font feels trustworthy. Your cart is already half full. And then… you flip it over. That’s where the real story lives. Welcome to Nourish Bytes: What’s Really In That? — a new series from Nourish Coaches where we take products marketed as “healthy,” turn them around, and read t...

If you know what supports your health but still struggle to stay consistent, this episode is for you. In this Navigating Nourishment episode, we talk honestly about something so many women quietly struggle with: knowing what supports their health and still having a hard time following through. We explore why this isn’t a willpower or discipline issue, how doing things alone actually makes change harder, and why shorter, gentler timeframes can help habits finally stick. If you’ve ever felt frustr...

In our latest Navigating Nourishment episode, we open the door to one of the world’s oldest healing systems—Ayurveda. We welcome Dr. Roberta Garceau back to our podcast and explore how Ayurveda's timeless principles can help us feel more balanced, grounded, and well - especially during the breezy, unpredictable Vata season of fall and winter. We break down the Ayurveda essentials: What Ayurveda really means. The five elements and how they shape our bodies and minds. ️The three doshas—and why und...

Ready to add a dash of playfulness and a sprinkle of self-compassion into your day? In this episode of Navigating Nourishment, we welcome the wonderful Grace Conte, who wrote the delightfully creative Creature Comforts at Your Fingertips. In her book, Grace fills every page with animal-inspired hand mudras, drawing on ancient wisdom like Jin Shin Jitsu. With every page, children (and the child in you!) are invited to roar like a lion, flutter like a butterfly, and discover how simple hand gestur...

We are on a quest to find out how to eat more vegetables. Welcome to Navigating Nourishment Podcast. Be honest, do you love vegetables or not? In the latest episode hosts Debbie and Wendy dive deep into the vibrant, colorful world of vegetables—just in time for the bounty of the season! This episode is a celebration of everything fresh, local, and nourishing. Debbie and Wendy share their own experiences at the market, the joy of discovering new produce, and the challenges many of us face when it...

Do you wish you had a Menopause Adventure Guide!? In this episode of Navigating Nourishment, we're busting a few menopause myths wide open. We share a new approach that might be worth investigating. Three reasons you'll want to listen: 1. Discover why menopause is NOT just about hot flashes - there's so much more happening that no one talks about 2. Learn how to work WITH your changing body instead of fighting against it, saving you years of frustration 3. An invitation to gain practical, action...

On today's Navigating Nourishment Podcast, we talk with licensed clinical social worker and founder of Mindful Therapy of Monmouth County in Matawan, NJ, Nicole Wegweiser about our relationship with our body and food - as it relates to anxiety, relationship struggles, life transitions and - for some of our listeners - trauma. Nicole Wegweiser, LCSW, discusses her trauma-informed therapy approach, emphasizing the impact of both major and minor traumas (big Ts and little Ts) on individuals' lives....

What habits are tripping you up? What habits do you want to start? Let's start with One Habit Stronger. Welcome to Navigating Nourishment, where health coaches Wendy and Debbie break down their Five Foundations of Health into simple, achievable steps. In today's episode, we're diving deep into how small, consistent actions can transform your well-being. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by health advice or looking for practical ways to improve your lifestyle, we'll show you that meaningful chan...

Welcome to Navigating Nourishment, where we explore holistic approaches to health and well-being. Today, we're thrilled to introduce Dr. Roberta Garceau, a practicing dentist, certified Yoga and Ayurveda instructor, and author of Bliss, Not Burnout: Hope for Healthcare Providers. Roberta brings a unique perspective on wellness that bridges Western medicine and traditional healing practices. Her journey from dental practice to holistic health is not just inspiring, but transformative. She embodie...

In this heart-centered episode of Navigating Nourishment, hosts Wendy and Debbie open up about the passion projects that fuel their own self-nourishment—and how they hope to inspire others to do the same. Wendy shares her soulful new path as a meditation teacher on Insight Timer, where she’s already published 12 beautiful guided meditations and is committed to sharing one each week throughout the year. Her series, Grounded With Wendy, is designed to bring moments of peace and clarity to anyone s...

Meet "The Bike Lady" – Kerri Martin of Second Life Bikes In our latest Navigating Nourishment podcast episode, we sat down with Kerri Martin, the spirited founder of @secondlifebikes in Asbury Park, NJ – but around town, she’s fondly known as The Bike Lady. Kerri didn’t set out to run a bike shop. What started as a simple volunteer project—teaching kids how to fix up old bikes—sparked something much bigger. She discovered that bicycles were more than just a mode of transportation—they were a veh...

Do you ever read an article or two and feel frozen and confused about the different advice on health? In this Navigating Nourishment podcast, Wendy and Debbie discuss the confusion and contradictions in health and wellness information, using two articles as examples. The first, from a USA Today syndicate, briefly mentioned the challenges of a vegan diet without providing adequate detail. The second, on menopause, misleadingly stated that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is dangerous, ignoring i...

Struggling to start or keep your habits? We share 3 ideas to feel great about keeping or starting habits. This is one of our most listened to episodes from 2022 when we called our podcast Nourish Noshes. In this episode, Debbie and Wendy break down three essential (but not always simple) steps to make lasting changes in your life. They discuss the power of uncovering your deep “why,” the impact of accountability from a supportive group or partner, and the magic of starting small to build sustain...

Rituals can help us create a more intentional life. Intentional and meaningful rituals can reduce stress, improve well-being, and foster a greater sense of purpose. In this Navigating Nourishment podcast, we share examples of how clients have transformed mundane tasks into intentional practices, and encourage listeners to reflect on their own habits and consider ways to make them more meaningful. The key takeaway is that small, intentional changes to daily routines can have a significant positiv...

In this Navigating Nourishment Podcast, Debbie and Wendy titled: Fix the Niggling Things and Be Happier, they discuss how little things in our lives can be fixed pretty easily and that when we do it can help us be happier in the moment. They also share a few ideas that they are working on themselves. When we ignore things that have a low energy vibration and cause irritation, it can accumulate a negative impact and overwhelm us. We aren't here to trivialize big things. We're talking about the lo...

Setting a list of 25 Intentions for 2025 vs a list of resolutions can be a breath of fresh air. Especially if you have ever set a list of resolutions for the new year and found it to be full of unrealistic expectations. Too much pressure and too 'pie-in-sky ideas that fizzle fast. We've been there! This year, we share some of our top intentions and hope it inspires you to expand your list beyond the trite and obvious things that suck the life out of us and make us feel small. Welcome to Navigati...

There are some surprising (and easy) ways to connect and reduce disease caused by loneliness. In this episode of Navigating Nourishment, Debbie and Wendy talk about the startling disease risks of loneliness and then share practical and simple steps to create meaningful connections. Disease Risk Statistics American Heart Association reports that social isolation and loneliness are linked to: A 29% increased risk of heart attack and/or death from heart disease. A 32% increased risk of stroke. NYU ...

Wendy and Debbie share a Thanksgiving Gameplan to help you rethink how you come to the table this Thanksgiving. We cover fasting, detox, post indulging ideas, and finding joy at the table. Debbie 00:00 Here we are just about a week away from Thanksgiving, and we wanted to give a game plan for Thanksgiving, because people tend to have these ideas about what they're going to do in order to be able to indulge on Thanksgiving, and lots of people end up not feeling so great. You don't have to indulge...

We all want a path to peace. In this Navigating Nourishment Podcast, Wendy and Debbie discuss the poem "Not the End of the World" by Jeff Foster, emphasizing the importance of presence and mindfulness. They reflect on how paying attention to small, everyday moments, like finding a beautiful leaf, can reveal hidden beauty and ground us. They highlight the therapeutic benefits of nature, noting that being present in nature can alleviate anxiety and depression. They stress the value of intentional ...