#8: Primal Kitchen’s Morgan Zanotti: Scrappy Startups, Motherhood & Clean Eating
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Morgan Zanotti is not your typical startup CEO – she’s a mother of three, a romance novel enthusiast, and the co-founder of Primal Kitchen. In this episode of Nourished with Nora, Morgan shares how she helped build a $200M real-food brand while staying true to herself and prioritizing what matters most. In this warm and insightful conversation, Nora (CEO of Eat Real) and Morgan discuss everything from unconventional self-care (why Morgan swears by romance novels to boost her leadership skills) to scrappy startup strategies. Morgan opens up about balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship...
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#7: What Heart Surgery Taught Dr. Eric Weiss About Living Fully | Nourished with Nora
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What does it mean to truly live with purpose—even in the face of life’s biggest challenges? In this heartfelt episode of Nourished with Nora, host Nora LaTorre sits down with Dr. Eric Weiss: one of the top open-heart surgeons in the world, a motivational speaker, and a mindset coach. Together, they explore how life in the operating room has shaped his view of purpose, resilience, and what it means to be truly alive. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:02 Dr. Weiss's Journey to Becoming a Heart Surgeon 04:36 Achievements and Career Highlights 07:39 State of Heart...
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#6: Unlocking Personal Health with Dr. Deepti Agarwal
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In this episode of 'Norris with Nora,' host Nora welcomes Dr. Deepti Agarwal, a triple board-certified integrative doctor. They discuss personal health planning, the concept of creating a strategic health plan using data and intuition, and Dr. Agarwal's five D approach to designing health into one's life. Key topics include the importance of daily movement, batching decisions, weekly planning rituals, and having an accountability buddy. They also explore integrative medicine, the role of real food as medicine, and Dr. Agarwal's personal journey in blending conventional and holistic...
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#5: How to Raise Healthy Kids in a Screen-Saturated World | Dr. Michael Rich
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Description: What happens to a child’s brain when they stare at a screen? Why do screens feel irresistible? And how can parents help their kids—and themselves—build healthier digital habits? In this powerful conversation, Nora LaTorre sits down with Dr. Michael Rich, pediatrician, Harvard professor, and founder of the Digital Wellness Lab, to explore how media impacts child development, mental health, and family life. You’ll learn: - Why screens trigger a survival response in the brain - How to rethink “screen time” with 5 simple M’s - What healthy digital mentorship looks like -...
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#4: The Food Industry’s Addiction Playbook
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What if ultra-processed foods are the new tobacco? This week on Nourished with Nora, I sit down with Dr. Ashley Gearhardt—one of the top 2% of scientists in the world and the creator of the Yale Food Addiction Scale. Her research reveals something alarming: ultra-processed foods don’t just resemble addictive substances—they are addictive, especially for kids. In this episode, Dr. Gearhardt breaks down: Why ultra-processed foods hijack our brains like cigarettes How food giants used tobacco industry playbooks to target children The surprising truth about how quickly real food can...
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#3: Cold Plunges, Hot Saunas & Calm Toughness: A Conversation with Ryan Dewey of Plunge
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In this energizing episode of Nourished with Nora, host Nora LaTorre sits down with Ryan Dewey, CEO and co-founder of Plunge, to talk about the health trend that’s sweeping the country—cold plunging—and why it’s more than just a wellness fad. Ryan shares the story behind launching Plunge, how cold exposure transformed his daily routine, and why he believes plunging helps build what he calls “calm toughness.” The conversation spans from plunging for mental clarity and immune strength to the rising movement of “social saunas” as a new form of connection and community. Nora and...
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#2: Hidden Sugars, Hidden Risks: Dr. Michael Goran on Formula, Food, and Kids' Health
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In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Michael Goran, author of Sugarproof and leading nutrition researcher, joins Nora to unpack how ultra-processed foods—especially added sugars—are quietly driving serious health issues in children. From the hidden dangers of baby formula made with corn syrup to the link between sugary drinks and cognitive decline, this conversation is packed with insights every parent deserves to hear. Listen now and learn how to sugar-proof your home, your school, and your family’s future.
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#1: The Power of Real Food
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In this premiere episode of Nourished with Nora, host Nora LaTorre sits down with Dr. Robert Lustig—a pediatric neuroendocrinologist, bestselling author, and leading voice in nutrition science. Together, they explore how sugar and ultra-processed foods are fueling a public health crisis, especially in children. Dr. Lustig breaks down: - How to recognize the 262 different names for sugar! - Why sugar is more than just "empty calories"—it's a toxin - How fructose disrupts metabolism, brain development, and gut health The truth about juice, fiber, and so-called healthy snacks - Why most...
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Coming Soon: Nourished with Nora
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info_outlineIn this episode of 'Norris with Nora,' host Nora welcomes Dr. Deepti Agarwal, a triple board-certified integrative doctor.
They discuss personal health planning, the concept of creating a strategic health plan using data and intuition, and Dr. Agarwal's five D approach to designing health into one's life. Key topics include the importance of daily movement, batching decisions, weekly planning rituals, and having an accountability buddy. They also explore integrative medicine, the role of real food as medicine, and Dr. Agarwal's personal journey in blending conventional and holistic medical practices. The conversation extends to building strong relationships and creating a personal board of directors for holistic growth and support.
00:00 Introduction to Personal Health Planning
00:31 Understanding Personal Health Planning
02:09 Exercise and Movement Strategies
05:52 The Importance of Accountability Buddies
08:16 Five Game-Changing Health Habits
13:36 Real Food as Medicine
16:44 Integrative Medicine Explained
25:26 Building Strong Relationships and Personal Board of Directors
29:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts