Episode 186: Dr. Uma Naidoo Returns
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Release Date: 06/20/2023
Episode 198: 12 Lessons Learned in 12 Months
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Every year during my birthday week, I like to share some reflections from the past year. Rather than doing a “38 things for 38” (who has time for that?), inspired by other podcasts and articles I’ve seen on this theme, I decided to share on 12 lessons I’ve learned or leaned into in the past 12 months. As you’ll hear in the podcast, the 12 lessons I’m carrying with me are about things I found myself learning, relearning, or focusing on intently over the past year. From the importance of asking for what I need, to learning that I don’t have to do it all myself, and...
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Episode 197: Certified Mind-Body Nutrition Expert and Bestselling author of Food Story, Elise Museles
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Elise Museles is a certified eating psychology and nutrition expert, creator of the Food Story Method and platform, and host of the popular podcast . As an author, speaker, and mind-body eating coach, Elise’s mission is to empower people to create a healthier relationship with food and their bodies by changing what’s on their plate—and what’s in their minds. For more, visit elisemuseles.com or check out her new book Join me and Elise as we explore how the stories you tell yourself about might be leftovers from bad parental advice, past trauma or the constant influence of social...
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Episode 196: Reduce Stiffness and Boost Active Recovery: Insights from Sports Muscular Therapy Expert Linda Jaros
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Linda began her Sports Muscular Therapy Practice in 1984 specializing in rehabilitation and recovery work with professional, Olympic, and amateur athletes. In addition to her Bodywork Practice, Linda is also a Certified Yoga Instructor, a Melt Method Instructor, a Gyrotonic/Gyrokinesis Trainer, a Master Breath/ Meditation Coach and trainer volunteering with Veterans. Linda founded a wellness center in Rhode Island called The Life Breath Wellness Center, served as an educational and keynote speaker at wellness events and the AMTA, and has also co-authored a chapter on rest and recovery in The...
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Episode 195: Unmasking Burnout: Dr. Neha Sangwan's Personal Journey To Healing
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Do you want to regain control over your life and avoid burnout? Are you searching for a solution that will enable you to achieve a greater sense of self-awareness and effectively address burnout? Join us as Dr. Neha Sangwan shares the key to preventing and managing burnout, allowing you to reclaim your life and find a renewed sense of balance and fulfillment. Get ready to discover the path to increased well-being and resilience, ensuring that burnout becomes a thing of the past. In this episode, we cover: 👉the unspoken aspects of burnout and methods to immunize yourself against them....
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Episode 194: The Food-Mood Connection: Affordable and Practical Nutrition Tips for Mental Health with Alex D'Elia
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Does this sound familiar? You're constantly searching for ways to improve your mental well-being but feel like you're hitting a dead end. Maybe you've been told to simply think positive or just relax, but those actions haven't brought you the relief you desperately crave. The pain of feeling stuck in a cycle of negative emotions and struggles with your mental health is overwhelming. But what if I told you there's a powerful connection between the food you eat and your mental state? It's time to explore a new path towards better mental health through the transformative potential of nutrition. ...
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Episode 193: Overcoming Fear + Embracing Self-Trust:Your Path to Personal Growth w/Dr. Julia DiGangi
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If you're feeling stuck in a cycle of negative self-talk and self-sabotage, constantly trying different strategies for personal growth without seeing any lasting change, then you are not alone! Many individuals struggle to integrate their thoughts, behaviors, and emotions, leading to a lack of progress and a sense of frustration. In this episode, we cover: 👉Tapping into the life-changing potential of accepting challenging emotions as a tool for personal expansion. 👉The significance of relying on self-trust when faced with unpredictable circumstances. 👉How feelings of worthlessness can...
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Episode 192: 5 Things Every Burned Out Caregiver Needs to Hear
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In today’s solo podcast episode I share 5 things that every burned out caregiver needs to hear and reflect on my experience of caring for my dad during his pancreatic cancer journey, which I share in my book, . Know someone who would benefit from this episode? Send it to them. Sign up for my newsletter to receive regular updates, resources, and insights on various topics related to health, wellness, and psychology. Visit my website, JessicaCordingNutrition.com or and enjoy a free guide to flexible meal planning as a thank-you for signing up. Connect...
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Episode 191: The Power of Joy-Based Spending: Find Happiness through Smart Money Choices W/ Manisha Thakor
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Today’s guest is Manisha Thakor. For over 30 years, Manisha has been a counsel and guide to countless individuals seeking to establish sound financial footing. Her unyielding dedication towards women's economic empowerment has been recognized nationwide, attracting attention from the likes of The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and CNN, among others. A Harvard Business School alumna, a chartered financial analyst, and a certified financial planner, Manisha’s credibility is unquestionable. Her latest book, , unveils the relationship between emotional wealth and financial health....
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Episode 190: An interview with Fit Men Cook Creator Kevin Curry
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I love having people from the health and fitness world join me on the podcast, so it was a complete pleasure to chat with Kevin Curry. Kevin is an entrepreneur, thought leader in the health and fitness world, and founder of , where you’ll find recipes and meal plans among other great resources. In this episode, Kevin and I discuss: How the fitness and wellness world has evolved over the past decade and the role social media has played in changing its landscape. The importance of following your heart and gut in both business and personal decisions. Recognizing when you need to...
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Episode 189: Managing PCOS and Supporting Hormone Balance Through Diet with The Women's Dietitian, Cory Ruth
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Today, I have the pleasure of speaking with rockstar registered dietitian, Cory Ruth. A PCOS and women's health expert, Cory is also the founder of (and Instagram account ), a private practice and digital platform for women seeking nutrition support for hormone balance, PCOS, fertility, and weight management. In this episode, Cory and I discuss: The connection between diet and PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome), along with common misconceptions about PCOS. How medical nutrition therapy can help in the management of PCOS, specifically as it relates to blood sugar balance. ...
info_outlineToday, I have the privilege of speaking with returning podcast guest Dr. Uma Naidoo. Dr. Uma is a Harvard University trained psychiatrist, professional chef, and nutrition specialist; she is also the national bestselling author of This Is Your Brain On Food, where she explains
the ways in which food contributes to our mental health and how a diet can help treat and prevent a wide range of psychological and cognitive health issues such as anxiety, depression, and OCD.
In this episode, Dr. Uma and I discuss:
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The profound impact her book, This Is Your Brain On Food, has had on its readers over the past few years as people leaned into cooking and sought ways to manage stress and anxiety during the height of the pandemic.
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Ways in which we can alleviate anxiety by eating highly-nutritious foods designed to support physical and mental health.
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The positive and powerful impact both nutrition and lifestyle can have when dealing with a health concern.
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The unique challenges healthcare providers face when managing their own anxiety as they go through medical challenges.
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The reality that mental health is an all-body concept.
Dr. Uma’s approach to food and mental health resonates deeply with me and I appreciate how she highlights how to make things approachable and doable in her work. If you’d like to listen to my first podcast interview with Dr. Uma, where we spoke about many facts related to the gut-brain connection, you can do so here.
If you want to learn more about Dr. Uman, here’s how you can connect with her:
Dr. Uma’s website (https://umanaidoomd.com/)
Dr. Uma’s Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drumanaidoo/?hl=en)
Dr. Uma’s Twitter (https://twitter.com/drumanaidoo)
Dr. Uma’s Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrUmaNaidoo/)
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