Best Mary Purdy Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 34 | Talking Competitions with Chris Purdie 37:26

2M ago37:26

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On today’s episode Stew and Cam are joined by Scottish Student Sport’s Head of Competitions Chris Purdie. Chris is a well known face within the Student Sport Network and has passionately delivered for students, from his time as University of Stirling Sports president to his current role at SSS. Chris is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to Comp…

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Episode 33 | Fundraising for Men’s Health with Volunteer of the Year James Falls 45:35

5M ago45:35

45:35

On today’s show Stew and Cam are putting the focus on Men’s health, highlighting some of the incredible fundraising and advocacy carried out by those across the Student Sector. Oddballs Ambassdor James Falls joins us to talk about the phenomenal charity work he’s championed throughout his university career. We’ve also got a wee insight into the gre…

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Episode 32 | Talking Female Leadership with Judo Scotland CEO Judith McCleary 45:47

7M ago45:47

45:47

This month Cam and Stew welcome on Judith McCleary, Judo Scotland CEO and former World Mixed-Double championship Curler to talk about her illustrious career, inspiring different sporting communities and the importance of female leadership within sport. It’s a cracker of an episode so make sure to grab your headphones and listen in!…

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Episode 31 | Chatting Legacy, Performance and Disability Sport with Paralympian Melanie Woods 28:09

7M ago28:09

28:09

Join Stew and Cam on this months episode of the Scottish Student Sport Podcast as they welcome Wheelchair Racer Melanie Woods. Melanie talks at length about her early life, her incredible sporting career that saw her selected for the Paralympic team just two and a half years after recovering from the accident that left her paralysed, and the merits…

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Episode 30 | Career Impact with Anne-Marie Hughes 35:34

10M ago35:34

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On Episode 30 of the Scottish Student Sport Podcast Stew and Cam welcome University of Strathclyde Deputy Head of Sport Anne-Marie Hughes. The boys chat to Anne-Marie about her illustrious career, her time competing internationally and her coaching ethos. Anne-Mare has helped shape the lives of Strathclyde students for decades and has plenty of adv…

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Episode 29 | A Conversation With sportscotland CEO Forbes Dunlop 39:30

11M ago39:30

39:30

In this episode Stew and Cam are joined by Forbes Dunlop, Chief Executive Officer at sportscotland. They’ll chat about Forbes sporting background, his championing of disability sport, the new College active campus network and Forbes goals for the next few years. You don’t want to miss this one!By Scottish Student Sport

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Episode 28 | Championing Disability Sport with Heather Lowden 53:53

1y ago53:53

53:53

This episode Stew and Cam are joined by the incredible Heather Lowden, Education & Development Manager at Scottish Disability Sport, to discuss her amazing work with athletes with a disability, her advocacy work and some practical guidance for clubs and institutions to make sport a more inclusive place. Ronan Welch, VP for sport at the University o…

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Episode 27 | The Gaffer and the Guys from Glasgow 51:00

1y ago51:00

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Stew and Cam are joined by a trio of fantastic guests on this week’s podcast. Chris Geddes, Men's High Performance Football Coach at the University of Stirling, joins them to discuss Stirling Uni FC’s historic Scottish Cup run, their BUCS Prem North Victory, and how he as a coach manages to get the best out of his players whilst they navigate stude…

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Episode 26 | A question of Scottish Student Sport 59:41

1+ y ago59:41

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Join quiz master Keith Easton as he hosts a very special festive episode of the Scottish Student Sport podcast. Cam and Stew lead two teams chock full of big hitters from the student sport sector with the aim to discover who knows more about Scottish Sport!By Scottish Student Sport

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Episode 25 | Carolina Sousa e Sá and Dan Potter 1:05:08

1+ y ago1:05:08

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This month Stew and Cam are joined by Carolina Sousa e Sá, Senior Project Officer at LEAP Sport and Dan Potter, Sports President at Heriot-Watt University. They cover the latest going’s on at Heriot-Watt, some of the barriers that LGBTQ+ Students may face whilst participating within student sport and how we can work together to make sport a more in…

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Episode 24 | Gemma Lumsdaine, Ailsa Martin and Heather Gault 58:37

1+ y ago58:37

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On this episode Stew and Cam bring you three great student guests! Gemma Lumsdaine, wheelchair rugby player, Dundee Dragons coach, UWS masters student and disability sport advocate joins us to chat about Women’s sport, sport as a vessel for societal change, her studies, career and coaching as well as her own experiences in sport. We’ve also got a s…

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Episode 23 | Jonny Pearson and Louise Ford 48:21

1+ y ago48:21

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On this show we’re bringing you two very special guests! Jonny Pearson, Vice Principal at Edinburgh College, joins us to discuss how Edinburgh College are developing student sport and how his students are getting involved with sport around the capital! We’re also joined by Louise Ford, President of Student Activities at Queen Margaret University an…

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Episode 22 | A conversation with Radha Balani and Murray Bushell 55:16

1+ y ago55:16

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On this week's show we’re kicking off the 22/23 student sport season with a phenomenal line-up! Stew and Cam catch up with Radha Balani, co-managing director at Think Beyond, joins us to discuss her fantastic career, her work in the sport for development space, and how she’s working to improve the lives of women and girls through sport. They’re als…

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#38 How to accelerate immune resilience | Dr. Heather Moday 44:51

1+ y ago44:51

44:51

Meet Dr. Heather Moday. Think your immune system needs a boost? Think immune health is a one-size-fits-all proposition? Think again, and Dr. Moday will tell you why. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. This podcast is provided on the underst…

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#37 The real reason microbiomes matter | Mary Purdy 47:30

1+ y ago47:30

47:30

Meet Mary Purdy. Mary is an Eco-Dietitian, charting a new path forward that connects human health to the health of our soil and our planet. If you really want to know why there's so much buzz around microbiomes and regenerative agriculture, this is the conversation for you. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for p…

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#36 Improvising a healthier cuisine | Chef Paul Canales 49:32

1+ y ago49:32

49:32

Meet Chef Paul Canales. Paul operates two celebrated restaurants in Oakland, Duende and Occitania. An early fan of our Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat, Paul gives us a peek behind the scenes of cooking with our favorite flour, and a peek inside the mind of diners and consumers looking to food to promote their health. This podcast is for educational pur…

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#35 How you age and how you can age well | Dr. Kara Fitzgerald 43:40

1+ y ago43:40

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Meet Dr. Kara Fitzgerald. With her pioneering work around biological clocks and the concept of a Methylation Diet, Dr. Fitzgerald works on the cutting-edge of longevity. This is a conversation for anyone who cares about aging well. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other quali…

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#34 Food impacts every aspect of your life | Walter Robb 45:21

1+ y ago45:21

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Meet Walter Robb. Walter worked for many years as the co-CEO of Whole Foods Market, and he remains a guiding light in the healthy, organic, and regenerative food movements. We're lucky enough to count him as a mentor in our pursuit of global immuno-rejuvenation. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional …

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#33 Autoimmunity and biohacking a path toward health | Mette Dyhrberg 52:45

2y ago52:45

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Meet Mette Dyhrberg of Mymee. Using pattern recognition and process optimization — the stuff of good biohackers everywhere — she took her health into her own hands and created a movement to tackle the many challenges of autoimmunity. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qua…

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Episode 21 | #Backinthegame Conference Special 38:25

2y ago38:25

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Stew and Cam are joined by Marketing Graduate and Outgoing Vice President of Sport at Strathclyde Students' Union Kirsty Bannatyne, as well as hearing from a whole host of others on this special episode of the #SSS Pod. We discuss sport at the University of Strathclyde, Kirsty’s plans for the future, our Conference highlights and we hear from some …

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Episode 20 | Talking Mental Health with SAMH’s Robert Nesbitt and University of Aberdeen’s Adam Lambert 1:02:51

2y ago1:02:51

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Joining Stew and Cam on the podcast today are two fantastic guests from the world of sport. Robert Nesbitt, the physical activity and sport lead at Scottish Association for Mental Health and Adam Lambert, Vice President for Activities at the Aberdeen University Students Association jump on to chat about mental health, developing university sports c…

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Episode 19 | Talking Sport, Politics and Legacy with Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson and Adam Brady 1:04:18

2y ago1:04:18

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On this episode of the #SSSPOD Stew and Cameron welcome Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson, decorated Paralympian, house of Lords Crossbench Peer, and broadcaster amongst a whole host of other accolades, and Adam Brady, Biomedical Sciences Graduate and Sports Union President at the University of Dundee. Join us as we discuss Adam’s time at Dundee and how…

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Episode 18 | Talking Health and Wellbeing with Kim Atkinson and Emily Devine 50:41

2y ago50:41

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In the first #SSSPOD of 2022 Cameron and Stew bring you two fantastic guests from the world of Student Sport. On the agenda is health and wellbeing and how it should be implemented into wider student life, the importance of Student Sport to the Scottish Sport Governing Bodies and much more in this whopper of an episode! We’re joined by Kim Atkinson…

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Episode 17 | Festive Gathering and 2021 Highlights 29:30

2+ y ago29:30

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A short but sweet final episode of the year as Stew and Gav take a look back at some of the best bits of 2021. We preview our SSS Festive Gathering, take a trip down memory lane and we asked you for your 2021 highlights. Featuring festive cheer, plenty of laughs and a few tears as Stew says farewell to Gav……

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#32 Rethinking food to rejuvenate immunity | Dr. Mark Hyman 35:08

2+ y ago35:08

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Food is medicine. Nutrients are information. Immune cells are a communication network. Immuno-rejuvenation is the future. This episode features an epic conversation with Dr. Mark Hyman. He’s a NY Times bestselling author and leading advocate for health transformation and regenerative agriculture. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is…

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#31 Herbalism, plant-based, and the next generation of health | Rachelle Robinett 43:11

2+ y ago43:11

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It is time to get supernatural with herbalism and Rachelle Robinett. Rachelle lives at the intersection of nature and medicine, and she is a powerful ambassador for the new thinking around health in the 21st century. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical pr…

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Episode 16 | Breaking Boundaries with Abtaha Maqsood 44:04

2+ y ago44:04

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What advice would you give your 11-year-old self? Tackling that question and more we welcome the inspirational Scotland Women’s Cricketer Abtaha Maqsood, who is smashing boundaries wherever she goes. We cover everything from cricket, dentistry and university life to taekwondo and tackling challenges head-on. Alongside Abtaha, we are joined by Kirst…

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#30 The deep connection between your immunity, your gut, and gluten | Dr. Tom O’Bryan 49:59

2+ y ago49:59

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There's an important link between your immunity and your gut, and we've got Dr. Tom O'Bryan on the show to unpack that for us. If you don't know Dr. O'Bryan, you certainly know his pioneering work around gluten. Now's your chance to hear the full story. This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional care by a…

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#29 Meet the pioneer farmers behind Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat | Sam & Lucia Beer 50:01

2+ y ago50:01

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It's not an overstatement — without Sam and Lucia Beer, there would be no Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat in the US. The Beers know this crop better than anyone, and now you can too. This episode is their story. It's a front-lines conversation with two pioneer farmers behind a powerful food that nature designed for rejuvenation. Thanks for joining us. …

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Is sugar bad for the environment? - 103 20:05

2+ y ago20:05

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Is sugar bad for the environment? We often hear about how sugar impacts our health, but what about the health of the planet? Join Mary and Keith for a short and sweet (like maple syrup) conversation about the impact of sugar on the environment. For more info and links check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/103/…

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Are oils good or bad for you? - 102 44:22

2+ y ago44:22

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Are oils good or bad for you? Turns out...both! It just depends on the oil, how it was processed and whether or not it's heated. Tune in with our rockstar guest, Udo Erasmus, well known author of "Fats that Heal, Fats that Kill" to find out more! For more info and links check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/102/…

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Are Hemp Seeds Healthy? - 101 18:04

2+ y ago18:04

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Are hemp seeds healthy? Not only do these little gems offer tons of nutritional benefits, they help the environment. Tune into find out all the ways hemp seeds help people and the planet and hear how fun it is to say "HEMP!" For more info and links check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/101/By Mary Purdy, MS, RDN Nutrition Expert and Dietitian | Hocus Focus Media

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Decolonizing Healthcare: Raj Patel and Dr. Rupa Marya - 100 49:47

2+ y ago49:47

49:47

What makes a person healthy? Turns out it's much more than just diet and lifestyle. We talk with our brilliant guests, Raj Patel and Dr. Rupa Marya on how lack of connection, discrimination, environmental issues and colonial capitalism are some of the additional determinants that affect a person’s health. This episode takes a deep look at ways we c…

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Valerie Segrest: Native Edible Plants - 99 44:47

2+ y ago44:47

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Many edible plants are not only medicinal but hold great cultural meaning for many indigenous communities. In some eyes, these plants even have their own personalities! Our guest, Valerie Segrest, an enrolled member of the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, offers a wealth of information around the benefits native edible plants and a beautiful perspective o…

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Soil and the Microbiome - 98 14:07

3y ago14:07

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Curious about the relationship between the soil and the microbiome? In this episode, we discuss how the industrial food system affects the environment and our gut microbiomes! For more info and links check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/98/By Mary Purdy, MS, RDN Nutrition Expert and Dietitian | Hocus Focus Media

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What is Environmentally Friendly Eating? - 97 30:46

3y ago30:46

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Are you concerned about climate change? Want to do something about it? You CAN! Every day, your eating and buying habits can make a difference. We offer 5 ways that YOU can be an eco-eater. Think of this as a crash course in how our food system affects the environment and contributes to climate change. For more info and links check out our Show Not…

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Are Lentils Good for You? - 96 19:29

3y ago19:29

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What's so wonderful about the luscious lentil? Probably more than you think! There's a lot to love about this perfect pulse and we talk you through it, from nutritional prowess to planet protector! For more info and links check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/96/By Mary Purdy, MS, RD, Nutrition Expert and Eco-Dietitian | Hocus Focus Media

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SSS Conference Special | TimeForTen 38:27

3y ago38:27

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To kick-start our 10 Years of SSS celebrations we are inviting everyone to join in with our #TimeForTen active challenge! As part of the challenge, we are encouraging everyone to move their body to the theme of 10 whilst listening along to the SSSPOD. On this special episode, we will be joined by a whole range of guests from across the student spor…

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SSS Conference Special | Welcome 27:37

3y ago27:37

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As part of the virtual SSS Conference 2021, we are delivering two special sessions via podcast! Join Stew Fowlie and Gavin Rittoo as they preview Day 1 of the conference and catch our exclusive interview with our new teamwear provider – New Balance. We encourage all our attendees and listeners to get outside and move your body whilst listening alon…

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Dr Yami: Plant-Based Eating for Kids - 95 39:38

3y ago39:38

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Can kids eat a plant-based diet and still meet their nutrient needs? A resounding "yes" from our fantastic guest, pediatrician Dr. Yami. Tune in to learn the how, why and what! For more info and links check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/95/By Mary Purdy, MS, RD, Nutrition Expert and Eco-Dietitian | Hocus Focus Media

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What is a Plant-Based Diet? - 94 20:40

3y ago20:40

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What IS a plant-based diet? Does it mean no meat ever? It is about sprouts? Join us to find out what eating more plant-based proteins in your diet is not only healthy for you but better for the environment! For more info and links check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/94/By Mary Purdy, MS, RD, Nutrition Expert and Eco-Dietitian | Hocus Focus Media

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What is Food Justice? - 93 37:38

3y ago37:38

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We all hear that we should "eat more vegetables." But what if you don't actually have access to them? What can be done about this? Join us for a conversation with pioneers from Clean Greens, a market and farm working to bring more produce to black and brown communities. For more info and links check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/93/…

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Episode 13 | The ‘Power of Sport’ Special 48:29

3y ago48:29

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What a line up we have in store for you! Joining Stew and Gav, we have not one, not two but EIGHT guests from across the sporting landscape as we ask them what the phrase 'Power of Sport' really means to them and how sport can shape the nation's recovery out of the pandemic. Prepare to be inspired…By Scottish Student Sport

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Benefits of Seaweed: Good for You and the Planet - 92 33:25

3y ago33:25

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Do you eat seaweed? Think nori, wakame and kombu for starters! These vegetables of the sea are not only nutritional gems, they are incredibly sustainable plants. Tune into this episode to find out about the many benefits of seaweed for people and planet. For more info and links check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/92/…

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Benefits of Vitamin D - 91 19:10

3y ago19:10

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What are the benefits of Vitamin D? From bones to brain and from immunity to inflammation, this important nutrient plays a significant role in our health. Find out why it's so important and how you can potentially improve your levels. For more info and links check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/91/…

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Foods that help PMS - 90 20:28

3y ago20:28

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Monthly periods can be tough! But they don't have to be. There are numerous nutrition and lifestyle strategies that can help with cramps, mood and the many other symptoms that individuals often experience. If you don't suffer like others, you can still be part of the solution. Let food be thy Midol! For more info and links check out our Show Notes:…

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What's Better: Farmed or Wild Fish? - 89 14:10

3y ago14:10

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Which is better? Farmed or wild fish? Turns out it's not only about looking at the nutritional value of this finned friend but also about looking at the the impact on the environment, ecosystems and traditional cultures. For more info and recipes check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/89/By Mary Purdy, MS, RD, Nutrition Expert and Dietitian | Hocus Focus Media

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Episode 12 | Challenges, Charities and Chris Sellar 56:36

3y ago56:36

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We are feeling fit this February on the #SSSPOD! On the agenda we’re chatting challenges, charities and keeping creative during a pandemic. We are delighted to be joined by Chris Sellar who shares his inspirational story of how he ran 10k a day for 28 days to raise funds for two charities very close to his heart. If that wasn’t good enough we are b…

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What's the Best Alternative Milk? - 88 40:18

3y ago40:18

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Curious about which of the many alternative milks out there is the "best" one? Hemp milk? Almond milk? Soy milk? We explore not only the health benefits but the environmental impact of these milks to help you understand how to make the choice that's right for you! For more info and recipes check out our Show Notes: https://marypurdy.co/88/…

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Are Chickpeas Good for You? - 87 14:36

3y ago14:36

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Garbanzos or chickpeas? No matter what you call 'em, you can't beat these nutritional gems. Find out why chickpeas are so darn healthy for both you and Mother Nature. Plus, is there a bean that's more versatile? We have recipe ideas galore. Are you ready to join our chickpea commission? Tune in. For more info and recipes check out our Show Notes: h…

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