Episode 208: How To Make ADHD Your Super-Power with Dr. Jeff Karp
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Release Date: 04/16/2024
Episode 235: Beyond Misinformation: Science-Based Nutrition with Dr. Joan Salge Blake
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
📌Check out Dr. Joan’s web page here 👉In this episode of 'Drama Free Healthy Living with Jess Cording,' Jess interviews Dr. Joan Salge Blake, EdD, RDN, LDN, FAND, a nutrition professor at Boston University, award-winning podcast host, and prolific author. Dr. Joan Salge Blake, EdD, RDN, LDN, FAND, is a nutrition professor at Boston University (BU), sought after speaker and journalist, and the host of Spot On!, the award-winning, nutrition, health, and wellness podcast. She has received the Media Excellence Award from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She has...
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Episode 234: 7 Easy Ways To Add Protein
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Episode Description: Protein isn’t just about building muscle—it’s essential for stabilizing blood sugar, keeping you full longer, and supporting the building and retention of lean muscle mass, which plays a huge role in metabolism. It also helps maintain cell structure and is involved in countless processes that keep your body functioning at its best. But knowing why protein matters is one thing—figuring out how to eat enough without overcomplicating your meals is another. In this solo episode, I’m sharing 7 easy, practical ways to add more protein to your meals and snacks—without...
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Episode 233: Why Muscle Mass Matters for Women
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Episode Description: Grab your weights and your whey protein, because in this solo episode, we’re diving into a topic that resonates deeply with many of us—why muscle mass is a necessity, particularly for women over 35. Together, we'll unpack the critical role of muscle in maintaining our metabolic health and how the inevitable hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause don't have to be a barrier to our strength and vitality. Key Takeaways: ✅Discover how muscle mass directly influences your metabolic rate and plays a pivotal role in weight management as...
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Episode 232: Creating a Health-Conscious Non-Alcoholic Beverage with George Youmans of HiYo
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📌Make sure to check out HiYo Hiyo's mindful social tonics are mindfully crafted with organic adaptogens, natural nootropics, and functional botanicals to be the better-than-alcohol alternative 👉In this episode of Drama Free Healthy Living, host Jess Cording speaks with George Youmans, co-founder of HiYo, a non-alcoholic beverage company. George shares the origin story of HiYo, which was inspired by personal family struggles with alcohol-related issues and the lack of satisfying non-alcoholic alternatives. They delve into the journey from concept to market, discussing the challenges of...
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Episode 231: High-Protein Lunch Ideas
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Ever realize it’s 3 PM and all you’ve had is coffee and maybe a handful of something from the pantry? It happens. Lunch tends to be the meal that gets skipped, rushed, or thrown together last minute. But if you’ve been feeling drained, distracted, or dealing with mid-afternoon cravings, what you eat midday could be making a bigger impact than you think. In this solo episode, we’re talking about why lunch matters (especially for women over 35) and how to make it work when life is busy. I’ll share simple, high-protein meal ideas that don’t take forever to prep, tips for meal prep...
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Episode 230: Healing Trauma & Living Well Against All Odds w/ Dr. Edith Eger & Jordan Eger
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đź“ŚMake sure to check out the book In this special episode of the Drama-Free Healthy Living podcast, host Jess Cording talks with Dr. Edith Eger, a renowned psychologist, Holocaust survivor, and author of bestselling books 'The Choice' and 'The Gift', as well as Joined by her grandson, Jordan Eager, Dr. Eger delves into her experiences, discussing how understanding and overcoming trauma can lead to inner strength and a positive mindset. They touch on the importance of resilience, self-love, and the role young people play as future ambassadors for peace. The episode also...
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Episode 229: How Alcohol Impacts Sleep
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Episode Description Did you know that your evening drink might be sabotaging your sleep more than helping it? In this solo episode, we’re diving into the science of how alcohol impacts your ability to get the restorative rest your body craves. Whether it’s that post-dinner glass of wine or a nightcap before bed, alcohol’s effects on your sleep go deeper than you might think. We’ll explore why alcohol makes you feel drowsy but leaves you waking up at odd hours, groggy, and far from refreshed. From the hidden ways it interferes with sleep cycles to its surprising link to snoring and even...
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Episode 228: The Connection Between Sleep and Weight Management
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Episode Description: In this solo episode, I shed light on the critical yet often overlooked connection between sleep and weight management. Sleep is more than just downtime; it's a fundamental part of maintaining health, affecting everything from metabolism to mood. Tailored for women over 35, this episode unpacks how proper sleep can revolutionize your approach to maintaining a healthy weight and offers practical tips for improving your sleep quality. Key Points: Discover why sufficient sleep is crucial for maintaining an efficient metabolism and should be a priority in your...
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Episode 227: Hormonal Health for Sustainable Weight Loss w/ Ashley Fillmore
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đź“ŚMetabolic Fix provides the programs and support systems you need to lose weight sustainably, heal your hormones, repair your relationship with nutrition and exercise, and take back control over your life. đź“ŚAlso check out the Hormone Assessment In this episode of the Drama Free Healthy Living podcast, host Jess Cording interviews Ashley Fillmore, a leading expert in sustainable weight loss. We discuss Ashley's comprehensive approach to helping women heal their metabolism, balance hormones, and achieve lasting body composition changes. With nearly 20 years of experience,...
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Episode 226: 7 Tips for Getting Back into a Healthy Routine
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Episode Description: In this solo episode, explore ways to rediscover and refresh your health routines. Through a blend of personal insights and practical tips, this episode offers a roadmap to gently guide you back to a life of wellness after periods of disruption. Whether you're recalibrating after a vacation, busy work schedules, or personal stress, here are tailored strategies for slowly but surely re-establishing habits that nurture both body and mind. Key Points: - Accept Where You Are and Release Guilt: Learn how to accept your situation and let go of guilt, setting the...
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đź“ŚGET THE BOOK: LIT: Life Ignition Tools: Use Nature's Playbook to Energize Your Brain, Spark Ideas, and Ignite Action
In this episode of 'Drama Free Healthy Living with Jess Cording,' host and registered dietician Jess Cording interviews Dr. Jeff Karp, a Harvard Medical School professor and MIT bioengineer.
They delve into how to leverage brain power and the wisdom of nature for better health and wellness.
Dr. Karp shares his journey from struggling with ADHD to founding over a dozen companies and discusses his new book 'Lit,' which explores learning from nature to enhance our lives.
The conversation covers topics like neurodiversity as a superpower, the importance of asking questions to fuel curiosity, and practical tips for incorporating nature into daily life to reduce stress and improve wellness.
Dr. Karp also emphasizes the importance of gradual progress and curiosity in achieving a healthier lifestyle. Additionally, Jess shares her insights on setting achievable goals and the concept of activation energy in forming new habits.
🖋️ Some key points
03:12 Understanding ADHD: Beyond the Disorder
05:12 Jeff's Personal Journey with ADHD and Discovering Nature's Impact
09:15 Harnessing Nature for Mental Wellness and Creativity
15:01 Practical Tips for Connecting with Nature in Urban Environments
19:06 Exploring the Interconnectedness of Nature and Gratitude
23:46 Unlocking Brain Potential Through Neuroplasticity
25:25 Imagination as a Pathway to Innovation
26:38 Turning Imagination into Innovation: A Strategy for Success
28:22 The Entrepreneurial Journey: From PhD to Founding Companies
30:14 Harnessing the Power of Community and Networking
39:24 Embracing Neurodiversity: Turning Challenges into Superpowers
45:36 Healthy Living as a Path, Not a Destination
Jeff’s BIO
Jeff Karp, PhD, is a Harvard Medical School professor and MIT bioengineer dedicated to translating nature’s wisdom into both medical therapies—surgical glue inspired by slugs,
a diagnostic for cancer based on the tentacles of jellyfish, and surgical staples based on the
quills of a porcupine—and self-help tools to reclaim your energy and attention.
These tools have helped Karp—who struggled with ADHD as a child and found inspiration
in nature to channel creativity and focus—co-found more than a dozen companies that have raised~$600 million and run the Karp Lab at Mass Gen Hospital. In LIT (William Morrow; April 9, 2024), he outlines critical lessons we can learn from nature and teaches us how to apply them to our lives.
🌎 Connect with Jeff Karp
Website www.Jeffkarp.com
Instagram: @mrjeffkarp https://www.instagram.com/mrjeffkarp/
Twitter https://twitter.com/MrJeffKarp/status/1772689391682507211
🎤 Podcast post-production EZPZ Podcasting.