The Business of Wellness

Join renowned food, nutrition & wellness industry expert & author, Jaclyn London, MS, RD, CDN as she explores the intersection of nutrition science and media, tech, & culture. Follow Jaclyn London on Instagram @jaclynlondonrd & visit jaclynlondonrd.com to learn more.

How to MAHA: 5 Ways to Fix Our Food System & End Chronic Disease 02/04/2025

How to MAHA: 5 Ways to Fix Our Food System & End Chronic Disease In this episode of The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, RD, Jaclyn takes a deep dive into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Senate confirmation hearings for Secretary of Health and the missed opportunities in addressing America's nutrition crisis. She breaks down why sweeping federal regulations and RFK Jr.'s proposed health strategies ultimately miss the mark—and what real solutions should look like. Jaclyn then outlines five game-changing policies that could fix America's food system and improve public health: Integrating cooking education in schools to improve nutrition literacy from an early age. Reforming the Farm Bill to increase access to fresh fruits and vegetables. Incentivizing restaurants and food service to reduce excessive added sugar, saturated fat, and sodium. Strengthening marketing regulations for foods targeting kids and parents. Ensuring insurance coverage for nutrition counseling by Registered Dietitians to make evidence-based nutrition guidance accessible to all. She also discusses the power of transparency in the food industry, how deregulatory policies can shift incentives, and why bipartisan support is achievable for smart nutrition reform. If you’ve ever wondered what real food policy reform should look like, this episode is a must-listen. Timestamps: 02:58 - Five Key Policies to Improve Public Health 05:48 - Why Cooking Education in Schools is Essential 09:06 - Reforming the Farm Bill for Better Food Access 12:10 - Strengthening Marketing Regulations for Kids’ Food 14:58 - How Local Agriculture Can Improve Community Health 18:07 - Combating Misleading Food Marketing 20:53 - Simplifying Food Labels for Consumer Clarity 24:21 - Innovative Strategies in the Produce Aisle 30:13 - The Need for Insurance Coverage for Nutrition Counseling 37:32 - The Best Strategies for a Healthier America 46:22 - Final Thoughts & Call to Action Follow Jaclyn London, RD: Follow The Business of Wellness on All Podcast Platforms: 📖 Get Jaclyn's Book, Dressing on the Side (and Other Diet Myths Debunked) → 🎙 Support The Business of Wellness by sharing this episode and leave a 5-star rating & review /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/35140470

What RFK Jr. & the MAHA Movement Get Right—and Wrong—About Food, Nutrition, and Public Health Reform 01/17/2025

What RFK Jr. & the MAHA Movement Get Right—and Wrong—About Food, Nutrition, and Public Health Reform In the Season 3 premiere of The Business of Wellness, host Jaclyn London, MS, RD, dives deep into the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement, spearheaded by RFK Jr., nominee for Secretary of Health. With her unique expertise as a registered dietitian, consultant, and author, Jaclyn unpacks the promises, pitfalls, and scientific inaccuracies in MAHA’s approach to food, nutrition, and public health. Jaclyn brings her professional insight into the broader systemic issues behind America’s rising rates of chronic disease and why focusing on food additives, seed oils, and GMO crops distracts from meaningful public health solutions. She also explores how media narratives, wellness influencers, and Washington’s incentive structure fuel confusion about food and health. In this episode, Jaclyn breaks down: The MAHA movement’s stated goals, including transparency in food production, promoting regenerative agriculture, and reforming the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The science (or lack thereof) behind claims about artificial food dyes, glyphosate, seed oils, and ultra-processed foods. Why removing artificial ingredients from products won’t solve America’s public health crisis. Free-market, bipartisan approaches to solving America's health crisis Listen to Learn: What MAHA’s critiques of Big Food and Big Pharma get right—and wrong—about food and health. Why food additives, seed oils, and GMO crops are NOT the root causes of America’s chronic disease crisis (and where to look instead...) How media, Big Tech, Big Wellness, and policy incentives create confusion about food and nutrition. Evidence-based, free-market solutions to improve health that could gain bipartisan support. The critical role of dietitians and practitioners in connecting science, policy, and consumer behavior. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro to Season 3 and RFK Jr.’s MAHA Movement 04:57 – Behind RFK Jr.’s nutrition philosophy and Jaclyn’s unique perspective 11:31 – MAHA’s goals: Transparency, Big Food, and Dietary Guidelines reform 20:31 – Where concerns about food additives come from 28:32 – Individual experiences vs. public health science 31:11 – The erosion of trust in public health institutions and food safety 38:14 – Global nutrition policy vs. America’s food culture 45:09 – Big Tech, Big Wellness, and their role in public health narratives 54:10 – What’s wrong with the Dietary Guidelines vs. the Advisory Committee 01:00:50 – Who should profit from helping Americans get healthier? About Jaclyn London, MS, RD: is a registered dietitian, author of Dressing on the Side (and Other Diet Myths Debunked), and host of The Business of Wellness. As a consultant and media expert, Jaclyn helps brands, investors & policymakers to build practical, science-based strategies to help consumers live healthier lives. Follow The Business of Wellness on and for more evidence-based insights into the intersection of nutrition, business, culture, and public health Rate, review & share your questions about & topic suggestions on MAHA for future episodes. Connect w/ on Instagram /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/34890945

Katia Pryce on Building DanceBody: Growing intentionally, delivering value, and building brand equity through community 07/25/2024

Katia Pryce on Building DanceBody: Growing intentionally, delivering value, and building brand equity through community Welcome back to The Business of Wellness Podcast with host, Jaclyn London, RD! Today, Jaclyn sits down with the CEO and founder of Katia shares her journey of starting and growing her dance fitness business, starting as a performer and realizing that people would pay her to work out with them, leading her to start Dance Body in 2013. She initially rented studio space and focused on building a community of dancers and fitness enthusiasts. As the business grew, she developed a structured formula for the classes optimized for scale, and hired performers who understood the dedication and commitment required. The business evolved before the pandemic, with a shift to digital streaming and a focus on building a hybrid model of in-person and online classes. Katia emphasizes the importance of community and creating a unique brand identity; the importance of being intentionality in business, and the struggle of saying no to specific opportunities so that you can focus on what matters. She shares her decision to focus on digital expansion rather than opening a new brick-and-mortar studio and emphasizes the value of organic brand awareness. Katia also highlights the need for a balanced approach to fitness, debunking the myth of low-impact workouts and emphasizing the importance of cardiovascular training and strength-building as we age. Listen to this episode if you’re interested in: Starting a business based a creative passion. Learning how to build a strong community as the secret ingredient for the growth and sustainability of a business. Adapting to changing customer behaviors and preferences is essential for business evolution. How focusing on a specific niche and delivering exceptional value in that area can differentiate a brand. Why being intentional in business and saying no to tempting opportunities is crucial for success. Driving organic brand awareness through Instagram & YouTube Why a hybrid approach to a fitness business model is important, and the types of training that are most effective for long-term health & longevity— including cardiovascular fitness & stregnth-training— as we age. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and personal journey 05:05 - Developing a product, scaling a business, and building brandy equity & loyalty in the fitness space 08:16 - The rise of boutique fitness and the value of community 13:57 - Shifts in the wellness industry over the past decade 20:07 - Boutique fitness trends over the last decade & what's new & next for brands 30:01- The power of saying “no” 34:22 - Organic brand awareness 45:12 - Establishing a strong omnichannel business model in fitness 52:16 - Digital expansion & the future of fitness Thanks for listening to this episode of The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, RD. 🎙️Subscribe to The Business of Wellness on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to consult before you invest in or get to work on that better-for-you product 🎙️Follow me on Instagram: @jaclynlondonrd **Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advivce provided by your physician. Key words: dance fitness, entrepreneurship, community, hybrid model, digital streaming, brand identity, intentionality, saying no, digital expansion, organic brand awareness, balanced fitness, cardiovascular training, strength-building /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/32283787

5 Nutrition Myths About Gen Z, Debunked: Key Insights and Strategies for Brands, Media & Health Experts 07/11/2024

5 Nutrition Myths About Gen Z, Debunked: Key Insights and Strategies for Brands, Media & Health Experts In this episode of The Business of Wellness Podcast, host Jaclyn London, MS, RD, takes a deep dive into the world of Gen Z, exploring how nutrition myths in media and marketing uniquely affect this dynamic consumer demographic. Join Jaclyn as she uncovers the truths about Gen Z’s approach to food, health, and wellness, and provides actionable strategies for dietitians and health professionals to better connect with and support this generation. Discover why Gen Z is the most informed generation yet, and how their digital-native status influences their food and health decisions. Learn about the common misconceptions surrounding their concerns for sustainability, diet culture, and reliance on influencers. Jaclyn shares key insights on the importance of clinical effectiveness, the role of healthcare provider recommendations, and the renewed interest in offline connections for optimizing mental health. This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone looking to understand and engage with Gen Z consumers, from dietitians and wellness enthusiasts to industry insiders. Tune in to learn how you can leverage these insights to make a meaningful impact on Gen Z’s health and well-being. Key Topics: Understanding Gen Z’s demographics and characteristics The impact of digital-native status on food and health decisions Debunking myths about Gen Z’s nutrition and health behaviors Strategies for dietitians to connect with Gen Z The importance of offline connections and mental health optimization Thanks for listening to this episode of The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, RD. Follow Us: 🎙️Subscribe to on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that better-for-you product 🎙️Follow me on Instagram: Additional resources: Optimize your understanding of Gen Z’s unique food and health behaviors with Jaclyn London, MS, RD, on The Business of Wellness Podcast & share your feedback on the episode by following the show & leaving a review. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/32100507

An Honest Conversation With a Primary Care Physician: How GLP-1 Medications Are Actually Being Prescribed and Used in Real Life, & What’s Behind the Rising Cancer Incidence In Young Adults? Welcome back to The Business of Wellness! This week, host Jaclyn London, RD, sits down with renowned New York City-based cardiologist, internal medicine and concierge medicine physician, , for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes, honest conversation about obesity medications and the alarming rise in the rate of among young adults. Why GLP-1’s, why now? Dr. Jones explains the cardiovascular benefits that make GLP-1 medications a desirable tool in modern medical practic; the benefits vs. risks of taking these medications for weight-loss and management; the ideal population who will benefit from taking GLP-1’s; how these medications are altering patients' food tastes and eating patterns, and how permanent they are; the most common (and uncommon) side effects of GLP-1 medications, their severity, and Dr. Jones’ tips for predicting & understanding patient tolerance. Then, we get into the long-term considerations for use of GLP-1’s, including a critical discussion on the rapid & widespread adoption of GLP-1’s, long-term risks of using these medications (what we know and what we don’t know yet…), and the need for comprehensive evaluation and medical nutrition therapy. We also dive into the media coverage about obesity medications: How is the celebrity endorsement of GLP-1’s impacting everyday patients? Dr. Jones shares her perspective on that, and in what ways the media portrayal of GLP-1’s has influenced interest and/or the cultural discourse about weight-loss. Jaclyn shares her perspective on the efficacy of Medical Nutrition therapy as a part of the clinical picture for patients adopting GLP-1’s as an intervention for obesity, and they conclude on this topic by sharing considerations for long-term use– including what the packaging insert says vs. what’s happening in real life physicians’ offices. Next, Jaclyn & Dr. Jones dive into the concerning data from the American Cancer Society about the rising rates of cancer diagnosis in young people; Princess Catherine of Wales’ cancer diagnosis at the age of 42; the contributing factors that may be playing a role in this concerning statistic; new modalities for screening; lifestyle related risk factors for specific types of cancers; new & emerging technologies for cancer treatment; balancing what’s new and available to us as screening tools with creating & cultivating feelings overwhelm, anxiety & fear; the pros and cons of full-body MRI screenings, and Dr. Jones’ most effective strategies for determining what interventions are right for most. Tune in for a comprehensive and enlightening episode that discusses a medical practitioner’s real-life experience with prescribing GLP-1 medications and all of the myriad complexities & questions that accompany this treatment modality, plus a thoughtful discussion on the emerging cancer trends affecting younger adults today. Thanks for listening to this episode of The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, RD. Follow Us: 🎙️Subscribe to on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that better-for-you product 🎙️Follow me on Instagram: **Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/31905097

Fertility Nutrition Deep-Dive: Applying the Research to Real Life Practice 06/13/2024

Fertility Nutrition Deep-Dive: Applying the Research to Real Life Practice On today's episode of The Business of Wellness, host Jaclyn London, RD, sits down with fertility nutrition expert , to unpack the complex world of reproductive care and nutrition therapy. Rachelle shares her journey into the nutrition and fertility space, highlighting her experiences and observations from her time at Weill Cornell Center for Reproductive Medicine and in practice today as a nutrition expert and practitioner in the fertility space. Then, they discuss common misconceptions about nutrition and fertility and discuss what the latest research says about the relationship between fertility, weight, and overall health. Rachelle dives deep into how factors like PCOS can impact nutrition status and offers practical advice for women navigating nuanced nutrition-related questions and concerns with their medical teams. They also tackle the challenges of navigating the healthcare system in 2024 as it pertains to reproductive care. Rachelle discusses the frequent issues her patients face and provides insights on distinguishing between legitimate resources and scams in the nutrition and fertility landscape. Jaclyn and Rachelle end by debunking the biggest myths and areas of confusion in fertility nutrition, the trends Rachelle hopes will continue, and those she wishes would disappear. Plus, hear about the most frustrating trends she's encountered in the wellness space to date. Don’t miss this episode packed with evidence-based insights and practical advice for anyone interested in fertility and nutrition. Thanks for listening to this episode of The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, RD. For more: 🎙️Subscribe to on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that better-for-you product 🎙️Follow me on Instagram: **Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/31724137

Revolutionizing At-Home Fitness 05/30/2024

Revolutionizing At-Home Fitness Welcome back to The Business of Wellness! Today, host Jaclyn London, RD, sits down with Melissa Bentivoglio, the visionary CEO and Co-Founder of . Frame is the first at-home, digitally-connected Pilates reformer and fitness device, changing the landscape of at-home fitness. Melissa shares her inspiring journey from ballet to entrepreneurship, offering insights into her innovative approach to fitness, the challenges of navigating the industry, raising capital, being a mom of three, and her vision for the future of at-home wellness technology. On this episode of The Business of Wellness Podcast: Melissa's Ballet Background and Career Trajectory: Discover how Melissa’s background in ballet influenced her career and led to the creation of Frame. Launching Frame: Learn about the inspiration behind Frame and how Melissa developed an at-home Pilates solution for all fitness levels. Navigating the Fitness Industry: Explore why Melissa chose Pilates, her insights into the current fitness market, and how she identified Frame’s unique value proposition. Creative Process & Raising Capital: Melissa discusses her creative process, the journey of securing funding, and the challenges she faced as a female CEO. Balancing Family and Business: Get a glimpse into Melissa’s life at home and how she balances being a wife, mother of three, and business leader. Future Goals for Frame: Hear about Melissa’s goals for Frame, including her vision for the company over the next decade and the potential for at-home fitness technology to disrupt the market. Top Trends in Tech and Wellness: Melissa shares the latest trends in the tech-meets-wellness space and how Frame is challenging industry norms, plus: Find out what Melissa considers the most annoying trend in the wellness industry since starting Frame. Thanks for listening to this episode of The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, RD. Follow Us: 🎙️Subscribe to on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that better-for-you product 🎙️Follow on Instagram: **Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/31522992

Big Food Myths, Debunked 05/16/2024

Big Food Myths, Debunked Hank Cardello is a former food industry executive with Coca-Cola, General Mills and Cadbury-Schweppes turned renowned author, speaker and public health champion. He currently serves as Senior Director of , an initiative of at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business, and is the author of the book and the landmark report "Better-for-you Foods: It’s Just Good Business." We tackle some of the biggest questions, topics and myths affecting the food industry today, including: Key learnings from research & experience in the consumer packaged food industry from an industry insider-turned-public health advocate What’s really behind America’s obesity epidemic? Are processed foods really optimized for “addiction?” The main objectives of Big Food companies: Why their objectives are often misaligned with media & marketing perception The unique roles of marketing vs. science and regulatory affairs divisions within food companies The role of government in Big Food, plus what it’s like to working with the FDA on behalf of a food company The rise of ultra-processed foods: Are they uniquely to blame for chronic disease incidence & risk? Better-for-you foods: Why this category presents a unique opportunity for the food industry to adapt without sacrificing profitability Social media’s role in shifting public opinion and what this means for food companies in 2024+ Highlights from Hank’s experience inside the industry, including his role in developing the original go-to-market strategy for Diet Coke and how he got his start recipe-testing for Betty Crocker Thanks for listening to The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, MS, RD, CDN. 🎙️Follow on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that better-for-you product 🎙️Follow me *Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/31330617

The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy Nutrition 05/02/2024

How to Disrupt a Billion-Dollar Industry 04/18/2024

Big Food & the Anti-Diet Movement: A Deep-Dive on The Latest Dietitian Hit Piece from The Washington Post 04/11/2024

Big Food & the Anti-Diet Movement: A Deep-Dive on The Latest Dietitian Hit Piece from The Washington Post My guest today is Bonnie Taub-Dix, MA, RDN, CDN, award-winning author of, Read It Before You Eat It – Taking You from Label to Table, and creator of the website and blog called, . Bonnie is a media personality, spokesperson, motivational speaker, journalist, and corporate and brand consultant whose messages are laced with her culinary passion as a foodie, her credible guidance as an advisor and her wit and wisdom as a mom. Bonnie brings 30+ years of industry experience to this conversation, along with her vast knowledge of the dietetics profession and media. We discuss: The biased premise of the latest dietitian hit piece in , which is propagates the myth that dietitians and Big Food are colluding to keep Americans obese and sick What is “Big Food:” Why ignoring its impact on the American and global food system is ignorant and misguided The anti-diet movement: What’s intended by practitioners who identify as “anti-diet,” and the perception vs. reality of this term on social media Social media vs. real life practice: Given that Gen Z uses social media search engines as their primary method of seeking information, do practitioners have even greater responsibility to creatively deliver credible, evidence-information online in ways that are optimized for virality? What it means to be an expert with influence vs. an influencer: How dietitians are distinctly different from influencers in the digital & social media space, and how dietitians might rethink their approach to marketing and media in 2024+ The authors’ negative bias towards dietitians:: Myth-busting key points made in this article, including dietitians being compensated by Big Food; General Mills’ #derailtheshame campaign (and the pros and cons of this marketing alignment); keywords that indicate bias in media, and how to know when you’re reading/watching/listening to something with a clearly biased point of view on scientific topics Thanks for listening to The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, MS, RD, CDN. 🎙️Follow on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that better-for-you product 🎙️Follow me **Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/30772608

Building Brand Loyalty & Establishing Category Leadership in Specialty Food 04/04/2024

Building Brand Loyalty & Establishing Category Leadership in Specialty Food …annnddd we’re back! My guest today is , the Chief Executive Officer of since 2019. Previously, she was president of Branch Brook Holdings, an investment partnership between Swander Pace Capital, Jefferson Capital Partners and United Natural Foods, Inc. that invests in natural and specialty product companies. Linda currently serves on the board of directors of Oregon Ice Cream (Alden’s Organic), Reliance Vitamin Company and PlantFusion. Previously, she was board president of Frontier Natural Product Cooperative (Simply Organic and Aura Cacia) and was a board director of Kicking Horse Coffee Company. Prior to joining Branch Brook, Linda was president of Applegate Farms, the leading brand of natural and organic deli meats. She also led the private label group at Whole Foods Market, known for its 365 brand. Linda started her career in the food industry at Ocean Spray Cranberries, where she worked in brand management and communications. We discuss: Linda’s background & experience: What brought her into the food industry and her experience starting out at Ocean Spray Leading private label for Whole Foods Market: What she learned about retail & product development from this unique experience Brand building for consumer products: What Linda’s learned throughout her tenure and across her myriad experiences working in the specialty & natural food industry What food companies should know about investors: What investors are looking for in 2024, the current state of investing, and advice for someone looking to gain traction and secure funding in the specialty food space Linda’s tenure and experience at Bragg: What’s interested her about the role of CEO, what she’s learned from her time leading Bragg thus far, and what it means for Bragg to be a category leader in apple cider vinegar Behind the scenes of product development and route-to-market at Bragg: What sets them apart from other food companies at which Linda has worked The most important brand decisions business leaders can make in the specialty foods space Trend forecasting for 2024+: Linda’s top predictions in the specialty & natural foods space for this year and beyond Thanks for listening to The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, MS, RD, CDN. 🎙️Follow on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that better-for-you product 🎙️Follow me **Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/30667718

Marketing & Media Myths About GLP-1’s & What You REALLY Need to Know About Weight-Loss Medications in 2024 01/18/2024

Marketing & Media Myths About GLP-1’s & What You REALLY Need to Know About Weight-Loss Medications in 2024 is a licensed clinical psychologist, speaker, consultant & Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine specializing in health behavior change, stress management, eating behaviors, the treatment of obesity and weight management. We discuss: Rachel’s background, education & training and some of her consulting highlights, including the 2022 film, The Whale starring Brendan Fraser and sharing a stage with the queen herself, Oprah Winfrey What media gets right & wrong about obesity medications (including the names we use to discuss this type of treatment), plus who for whom GLP-1’s like Ozempic are really intended? Is obesity really a disease? Why/when it IS, when it’s NOT, and the distinction between obesity as a chronic condition vs. an unintentional misuse of language. Making the most of GLP-1 medications: How to increase efficacy, tolerance & medication adherence for patients just starting on these meds– which interventions actually work, and when/why do other adjuvant interventions backfire? Setting patients up for success on GLP-1’s, including defining what that looks like; how long patients should be on GLP-1 medications, and what other lifestyle factors are necessary to consider before prescribing/taking one of these weight-loss medications? The rise of new behavioral modification as a result of “quieting food noise.” Plus, what the term “food noise” actually means and why it’s so hot right now in media & marketing. The need for interdisciplinary approaches when prescribing & treating patients with obesity. Thanks for listening to The Business of Wellness Podcast with Jaclyn London, MS, RD, CDN. 🎙️Follow on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that “better-for-you” product 🎙️Follow me & Dr. Rachel **Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/29536253

New Year's Resolutions Are B.S. - Here's Exactly What To Do instead 01/08/2024

New Year's Resolutions Are B.S. - Here's Exactly What To Do instead is a licensed clinical psychologist, media pro, author, podcast host, and nationally-recognized expert on narcissism and recovery from narcissistic abuse. We discuss: New Year’s Resolutions: How they’re made, the psychology behind them, and why we just can’t seem to quit them year over year. Plus, why these come up so frequently for Dr. Z in private practice/with her population of clients, and the similarities/differences between individuals’ unique New Year’s resolutions The top mistakes people make when making New Year’s Resolutions: Why Dr. Z thinks most of them are too broad, too difficult, set-up for failure, and generally don’t reflect the realities of someone’s everyday life. How to set up a New Year’s resolution that’ll actually work for you: What the “key ingredients” of a good resolution actually are; why you need structures & systems in place to turn your best laid plans into real life action, and what to do when you feel like you have “no time” or “no bandwidth” for your specific goals What actually inspires individuals to make their first appointment with a licensed clinical psychologist and/or registered dietitian (like Dr. Z & me, respectfully) and why the answer to this is more surprising & nuanced than you might think How Dr. Z counsels someone to approach goal-setting & actualization without creating increased anxiety/depression, setting oneself up to failure, or falling into the trap of setting goals that are misaligned with your values. 2023 therapy trends to say goodbye to forever– what are they, where did they come from, why Dr. Z thinks they’ve gained traction on social media, and a little trend forecasting on the biggest therapy trends for 2024 (which ones are legit vs. not this year). Thanks for listening to The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, MS, RD, CDN. 🎙️Follow on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that “better-for-you” product 🎙️Follow me & Dr. Z **Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/29333308

Trend Forecasting: The Top 10 Wellness Trends of 2024 12/21/2023

The Business of Cookbooks 12/14/2023

REPLAY: Recapping The Biggest Wellness Trends of 2023 - Part 2 12/07/2023

REPLAY: Recapping the Biggest Wellness Trends of 2023 - Part 1 11/30/2023

REPLAY: Recapping the Biggest Wellness Trends of 2023 - Part 1 Welcome back to this week’s REPLAY episode of ! Before we get into some exciting trend forecasting content for 2024 (my favorite kind of content), I thought we’d take a moment to look back at the biggest food, nutrition & wellness trends of 2023. What did I get right? Where did I go awry? Which trends did you see everywhere this year, and which ones of these were a total miss?! Don’t be shy….I’d really love to hear your feedback in the form of a review, listeners! Today’s episode is a replay of part one of my two episode series on 2023 trend forecasting in food, nutrition & preventative health, which originally aired in December, 2022. This episode specifically deep-dives on three key areas of opportunity for consumer wellness brands. I get into why I think doing each of these three things can help brands, businesses, products, and services to not only survive the forthcoming economic downturn, but actually thrive during a challenging & competitive period. We discuss: What is "wellness" and why is it so difficult to define? Our current healthcare model (& why it's more closely aligned with "sickcare") Trepidation among health professionals to discuss weight in a conversation about preventative health The relationship between food and health (and how this impacts everything else we do in the name of "self-care.") Redefining our current understanding of self-care Plus, three ways to recession-proof a wellness brand, including: Focus on your unique value proposition (intentionality) vs. ideology Provide services and/or products that eliminate barriers to behavior change Provide opportunities for customers to build meaningful connection Thanks for listening to The Business of Wellness with Jaclyn London, MS, RD. __ 🎙️Follow on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that “better-for-you” product 🎙️Follow me *Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/28855228

Better Sleep Starts Here 11/16/2023

How the Rise of Ozempic Will Affect the Food Industry 11/09/2023

How the Rise of Ozempic Will Affect the Food Industry Today I’m deep-diving on all things GLP-1 agonist medications and forecasting their impact on the CPG food and beverage industry for 2024 and beyond. Specifically, I discuss: How GLP-1’s change individuals’ food preferences, overall intake, and alter taste perception How the rise of GLP-1’s as the pharmaceutical industry’s “blockbuster” might affect the food industry in the short and long-term, and how food companies could start to approach this topic as they prepare their product roadmaps for the future What are some specific concerns among individuals taking GLP-1’s as it relates to food and beverage products, and their own personal tolerance to specific foods in light of medication side effects? GLP-1’s and early satiety: We discuss how the medications create feelings of early satiety– what this means for practitioners, how this affects individual patients, and how the MNT for GERD and early satiety may be beneficial when considering / seeking to understand this patient population more effectively Alcohol, coffee, single-serve convenience foods, sugar-sweetened beverages, tomato-based products, eggs, veggies and fruit, and high saturated fat, high refined carb food products– what do all of these products have in common, and which ones of these will be better tolerated by individuals taking GLP-1’s vs. not Side effects of GLP-1’s that affect diet and lifestyle, and how these translate to CPG foo and beverage industries and product roadmaps/financial forecasting My most fascinating finding of all: How tolerance to GLP-1 medications may be promoted through nutrition education & adopting diet & lifestyle shifts BEFORE STARTING the medication vs. referring to a dietitian/receiving nutrition education AFTER starting a GLP-1. I talk about why the lack of nutrition education & counseling may be affecting medication tolerance and ultimately, affecting a patient’s ability to adhere to the medication long-term due to diet-related side effects. The foods & beverages NOT AFFECTED by GLP-1’s that still demand attention for the sake of helping individuals achieve better cardiometabolic health. 🎙️Follow on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that “better-for-you” product 🎙️Follow me 🎙️Krispy Kreme article from 🎙️Are GLP-1’s the root cause of consumer shopping shifts? thinks so (but I’m not sold) Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/28560398

REPLAY: Your Fitness Questions, Answered. 11/02/2023

Will Protein Replace Added Sugar in Food Products? 10/26/2023

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Wellness Check: The Current State of Women’s Health 10/05/2023

Wellness Check: The Current State of Women’s Health Julie Alvin is the SVP of content at & a trusted digital media executive, content strategist, and editor with expertise in women’s health & lifestyle media. She’s previously held roles at Bustle Digital Group, Time, Inc., and Refinery29, overseeing coverage of everything from news and politics to health, career, money, style, and entertainment. She is a former adjunct professor at NYU’s Master’s in Publishing program and a founding member of Chief Executive Women’s network. Julie’s appeared on Fox News, CBS, ABC, Cheddar, and other networks discussing topics like the #MeToo movement, the cost of fertility treatments, and the gender wage gap. On today’s episode of The Business of Wellness, we discuss: Data & highlights from The Skimm’s State of Women survey– what are women concerned about when it comes to health & wellbeing in a post-pandemic world? What are the chief concerns among women of all ages as it relates to their health? Discerning myth vs. fact on social media & across digital content: What does it mean to be an “expert” in 2023? What are TheSkimm’s editorial standards that help champion appropriate subject-matter experts for specific topics, content platforms & distribution channels? The past decade’s media evolution/revolution: What’s different about media today? Post-pandemic? What are readers looking for from content platforms & channels, and from health professionals? How can media help women feel more empowered when it comes to their personal health, advocating for themselves & their families, and having the right information that helps arm them for any/every interaction with our current healthcare system? 🎙️Follow on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that “better-for-you” product 🎙️Follow me **Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/28227671

Everything You Need to Know About Seed Oils 09/28/2023

Everything You Need to Know About Seed Oils is a pioneer in food product development, specifically in the development of manufacturing standards of food oils, including flax oil. He’s the founder of , a supplement brand and global leader in creating cutting edge health products specializing in healthy oils, probiotics, digestive enzymes, and greens. He’s also the author of, Fats that Heal Fats that Kill, & holds a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology. Udo has impacted millions of lives by delivering his fresh message on how to achieve better health & wellbeing in his books & on his platforms. We discuss… Udo’s background & humble beginnings as a child during WWII, as well as his experience much later (in the 1980’s) with pesticide poisoning. A deep dive into the chemistry, product development, manufacturing, processing, distribution & storage of seed oils, including: Why Udo believes that seed oils are the least beneficial category of oils for human health, and how this led him to pioneer the technology to create flaxseed oil and a billion-dollar product/industry from nothing but passion, inspiration, & his desire to make a more nutrient dense product for consumers. Udo’s understanding of, “Total Sexy Health,” which considers all of the elements of whole health, including mental health, presence and awareness, and more. Udo’s study of psychology and advice for navigating change: He delves into topics such as: Why is change so difficult? How is change rooted in our memories, related to past trauma, connected to unresolved emotions, and more? How can we better direct our attention and cultivate calmness in our life? 🎙️Follow on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that “better-for-you” product 🎙️Follow me **Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/28162088

DEEP DIVE: The Washington Post’s Attack on Dietitians; What to Know About Ozempic from a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, & Post-Pandemic Shifts in People’s Relationships with Food & Body Image , is a Washington, D.C.-based Registered Dietitian, licensed professional counselor and certified intuitive eating counselor who brings a Health At Every Size®-informed approach to eating disorder recovery for patients of all ages. Hot topics we discuss on today’s episode: The Ozempic of it all (3:00): What to know about GLP-1’s from the perspective of an expert in eating disorder recovery; how to navigate working with patients who are taking/considering these medications, and how a Health At Every Size® approach squares with the rise in obesity medicine in research and practice. THAT Washington Post (23:30): A thoughtful and nuanced look at all sides of each topic covered in this article, including dietitians’ code of ethics and responsibility to disclose financial relationships; the scientific evidence behind each contested topic, including what the research says about the health impact of including aspartame and sugar in your diet; the bias of the article’s authors (and the premise of the article at large), and how we might consider speaking about controversial topics in nutrition MORE effectively to differentiate between evidence-based nutrition information and personal opinion. Post-pandemic shifts in people’s relationships with food & body (39:30): The power & significance of social connections on public health outcomes & individual health, and how lack of social connection affects us physically and psychologically. 🎙️Follow on Apple Podcasts & leave a 5-star rating & review 🎙️Hire me to before you invest in or get to work on that “better-for-you” product 🎙️Follow me *Advice provided on this podcast should not replace medical advice provided by your physician. /episode/index/show/onthesidepodcast/id/28057944

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