Best Recipesforyourbestlife Podcasts (2024)

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EP 136 - A Woman's Health Mashup: highlights from The Real Dish 23:01

2d ago23:01

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Welcome back to The Real Dish Show! I'm your host, Chef Mareya, and today we've got a special treat for you. In this episode, we're diving into some of the best highlights from past discussions on women's health. We'll cover everything from balancing hormones and boosting energy to maintaining a healthy weight and feeling your best at any age. Our …

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Ep 135: Breaking Barriers at 72 with Bodybuilder Renee Landers 1:20:45

17d ago1:20:45

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Renee Landers, a 72-year-old bodybuilder, is a testament to the power of resilience, dedication, and the pursuit of health at any age. Defying conventional expectations, Renee began her fitness journey later in life after a back surgery and quickly became an inspiration in the bodybuilding community. Her chiseled physique and unwavering strength ar…

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Ep 134 - FOODPRENEURS: In the HOT seat with David Figueroa, Founder of Melinda's Sauces 58:47

28d ago58:47

58:47

Welcome to this special episode of the Real Dish called Foodpreneurs where we take a deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship with a special focus on leading innovators. Today, I’m interviewing David Figueroa, the visionary founder of Melinda's Hot Sauces. David transformed Melinda's from a small family business into an internationally recogniz…

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EP 133 - How the Queen of Eating Clean is re-shaping a generation: Dishing with Tosca Reno 58:04

2M ago58:04

58:04

What a dream it was to sit down with Tosca Reno, my fitlife mentor from afar. Although I appeared in her Eat Clean Magazine back in 2012, and had been a student of her work and an avid follower of her principles, I never had the pleasure of meeting Tosca until recently by way of this recording. And it was definitely worth the wait! As the Queen of …

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EP 132 - FOR THE SPORT OF LIFE: THE FAMILY LEGACY BEHIND SPORTS RESEARCH 1:02:49

3M ago1:02:49

1:02:49

What does it take to build a health and wellness brand that goes the distance? In this episode, I'm interviewing Jeff and Mike Pedersen of Sports Research. Jeff is a health industry legend who founded the company over 45 years ago after developing Sweet Sweat, an innovation that helps accelerate the thermogenic effect and improve circulation. Now l…

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EP 131 - Is the carnivore diet good for you? With board certified cardiologist Dr. Jack Wolfson 46:55

3M ago46:55

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In this episode, we dive into heart Is the carnivore diet good for your heart and more heart health questions unpacked with board certified cardiologist Dr. Jack Wolfson. His point of view is: "I use all natural methods to prevent, treat, and reverse heart disease and related ailments. You don't have to depend on Big Pharma meds or surgeries to tre…

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EP 130 - How to uplevel your energy and keep the energy vampires away 43:19

3M ago43:19

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In this episode of "The Real Dish," I address the energy challenges women face in midlife. I share my personal journey, including overcoming a significant injury and competing in a bikini bodybuilding competition. I identify "energy vampires" like stress, poor sleep, unhealthy diets, and negative relationships that drain vitality. I offer practical…

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EP 129 - The Midlife Makeover Summit 40:16

4M ago40:16

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WHAT IF THE SECRET TO HEALTH, HAPPINESS, CONFIDENCE AND YOUR DESIRED BODY IN MIDLIFE WAS JUST A SUMMIT AWAY? WORLD CLASS EXPERTS WILL LEAD YOU TO A LASTING HIGH QUALITY LIFE INSIDE A HEALTHY BODY THAT YOU CAN FEEL CONFIDENT. SIGN UP FREE for the Midlife Makeover Summit TODAY: https://summit.hoyefit.com/…

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EP 128: SHOCKED AT WHAT I FOUND OUT ABOUT MY HEALTH FROM MY GENETIC TEST 1:00:52

4M ago1:00:52

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When I interviewed Elwin Robinson, the founder and CEO of Genetic Insights for episode 124, it was a real eye opener. While we often focus on blood tests and scans to find out what is impacting our health, they don't tell the whole story. The important information our genetic blueprint holds is key to understanding our strengths and challenges. He …

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EP 127 - How to BIOptimize your health, With Wade LightHeart, co-founder, BIOptimizers 1:13:49

5M ago1:13:49

1:13:49

In this episode of "The Real Dish," Chef Mareya hosts Wade Lightheart, co-founder of BiOptimizers. They discuss health, nutrition, and lifestyle, focusing on Wade's journey and mission to optimize health. Topics include stress, adaptability, and finding purpose. They highlight essential nutrients like magnesium, the impact of industrialization on n…

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EP 126 - The Sticky Caramel Mindset - Why it’s the secret sauce to health goal success 52:30

5M ago52:30

52:30

Welcome to "The Real Dish," your go-to podcast for tips, stories, and strategies to live a healthier, happier life. I'm your host, Chef Mareya, and today we're diving into a powerful topic that can truly transform your approach to health and wellness: the importance of mindset in changing to healthy habits. I’m calling it the caramel sauce to healt…

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EP 125 - NEW SERIES -FoodPreneurs - The story behind Simply Delish with founder Martin Pamensky 54:32

5M ago54:32

54:32

FoodPreneurs: A new series on The Real Dish As a 30+ year veteran of the food industry, and an inventor of a brand and product line, I love meeting other entrepreneurs and learning about their stories, what makes them tick and what they would do if they had to start all over again. With that, we're starting a new monthly series called 'FoodPreneurs…

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EP 124 - Your GENES hold the keys The story your genetic blueprint can reveal about your optimal health 57:18

6M ago57:18

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Your GENES hold the keys: The story your genetic blueprint can reveal about your optimal health When Elwin Robinson developed severe health issues in 2019 that robbed his joy and well-being - despite owning health businesses and living a lifestyle anyone would describe as clean - he was stymied. Getting zero answers from medical and dozens of alter…

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EP 123 - Stress is Eating You Alive: How to keep cortisol from aging you prematurely and ruining your life 49:07

6M ago49:07

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Stress – it's something we all experience at one point or another in our lives. But did you know that chronic stress can wreak havoc on both our physical and mental health? Today, we'll explore why controlling stress and cortisol, the body's primary stress hormone, is crucial for overall well-being and maintaining a healthy weight.…

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EP 122: Mastering fat and weight loss without semaglutides (aka Ozempic) 1:14:09

7M ago1:14:09

1:14:09

Nowadays, there’s a LOT of sizzling conversation semaglutides, aka Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro, which are actually intended for people with Type 2 diabetes to help manage blood glucose levels. At the time of this recording, they are not FDA approved for weight loss, but because they have an off-label side effect of weight loss, and have the Hollyw…

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EP 121: Why HGH helps us age better and how to replenish it safely 48:30

7M ago48:30

48:30

The decline of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) starts immediately after you finish puberty, sometimes by as much as 50% by 35, and it continues to decrease every year thereafter, significantly impacting optimal bodily function including longevity, muscle building and brain health. In this episode we'll dig into the pivotal role of hormones like HGH, how…

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EP 120 - The dangers of mercury: How to avoid it and protect your brain from it 47:07

7M ago47:07

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Mercury is a naturally occurring element that exists in various forms, including elemental mercury, inorganic mercury compounds, and organic mercury compounds like methylmercury. While mercury has industrial applications and is used in products like thermometers and fluorescent lights, its presence in the environment poses significant health risks …

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EP 119 - Deep Dive Into Algae -The benefits of fish-free omega 3's 59:23

8M ago59:23

59:23

Welcome to Recipes For Your Best Life where we explore the fascinating world of nutrition and making shift happen in your health for good I'm your host, Chef Mareya and in today's episode, we're turning our focus to a seemingly humble organism that packs a powerful punch when it comes to health benefits: algae. While often overlooked, algae are not…

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EP 118 - Feed your brain: How to boost mental health with better food and hydration 34:31

9M ago34:31

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Our brains are incredible organs, responsible for everything from thoughts and emotions to complex problem-solving. But how often do we consider the impact of our daily food choices on this powerhouse within our skulls? Studies show 1 in 4 people globally has a mental or brain-related disorder, largely a product of our lifestyle habits. We have a c…

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EP 117 - Unbreakable Strength: How muscle saves this trainer’s life 53:52

11M ago53:52

53:52

I'm so excited for you to hear this episode because it's exactly the kind of story we all love - one where someone meets a life-threatening challenge and comes out better on the other side. But there's much more to Jared Maynard story and it has to do with the importance of being in the right shape to fight for your life. Jared is a Physical Therap…

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EP 116 - How to meal prep for success: Change your life, your wallet and your waistline 48:17

11M ago48:17

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When you have 7 mouths to feed, thinking about food is a full-time endeavor. Even though it’s a big part of my career, making from-scratch sauces and foraging for ingredients is not part of my daily routine – especially with voracious teenagers and athletes in the family. Forget about 30-minute meals. When they start circling the kitchen like a pac…

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EP 115 - Armor Up Your Immune System with Food 47:22

12M ago47:22

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We’ve heard it, and it’s engrained in us.  Food is medicine.  But really, let’s dive deep down into this idea. How did they deal with disease thousands of years ago, before conventional medicine and antibiotics?  The answer was in nature. Ancient civilizations became masters of using plants and herbs as their remedies. And the pharmaceuticals we ha…

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EP 114 - Forever Chemicals: How to avoid becoming the walking dead 41:15

1y ago41:15

41:15

Could we be moving towards a real life species of the walking dead where chemicals are creating a new, toxic-laden humankind? They are born out of technology. They are here, and they are everywhere. The problems with forever chemicals have been known for quite some time, and their impact on people and the environment is still being researched and n…

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EP 113 - Nutrition Mythbusters - Debunking the top 5 myths in food today 50:08

1y ago50:08

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In this week's episode of Recipes For Your Best Life, I'm talking to Megan Lyons, certified nutrition expert, about the Top 5 myths in food today. The question is, do we eat them or not, and is what famous doctors like Steven Gundry and health experts like Dave Asprey say about them true? This is an episode that will help to answer a lot of your bu…

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EP#112 - What's the deal with Apeel - Coatings on your fresh produce 19:57

1+ y ago19:57

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In this episode, we explore the world of coatings on fresh produce. Unravel the mysteries behind companies like Apeel, their patents, and safety concerns. Discover the importance of understanding wax coatings on fruits, the debate over keeping peels for nutrition, and the truth about Apeel's ingredients and funding. We delve into various coating ty…

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EP 111 - Reduce, Reuse and Upcycle - Preventing Waste and Driving Innovation with the Upcycled Food Association 36:14

1+ y ago36:14

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Have you ever wondered what happens to food that gets manufactured and grown, but not used? Well here’s a scenario. Cashews are commonly eaten - But did you know the cashew meat from inside the cashew fruit, which is normally thrown out, is a single ingredient, organic product that tastes amazingly like meat, with the same consistency. The truth ar…

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EP 110 - Psychedelic Mushroom Microdosing with Retreat founder Cori Sue Morris 34:42

1+ y ago34:42

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In this episode, Chef Mareya interviews Cori Sue Morris, founder of Retreat, exploring the benefits of microdosing with psychedelic mushrooms for well-being. They discuss the global mental health crisis and the shift towards natural alternatives. Microdosing psilocybin mushrooms offer increased joy, problem-solving, mood enhancement, and productivi…

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EP 109 - Reversing childhood obesity: Lifestyle habits make the difference with Dr. Sheila Carroll 53:07

1+ y ago53:07

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It’s a sensitive subject. And it’s one I was a little hesitant to talk about but I think it’s really important and sometimes we just need to rip the band-aid off to let the wound heal. This episode, we’re diving into the subject of childhood obesity, and how as parents and working with doctors we can help coach kids in a more positive way. Today I …

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EP 108 - From Clif Bars to wine + honey The future of sustainability in Napa Valley with Clif Family 39:47

1+ y ago39:47

39:47

Did you know that renowned Clif family also produces wine? Nested in Napa Valley, the Clif family is working to create a healthier, more sustainable world through the enjoyment of wine, food and connection. We get into how the Clif family is really changing the wine and food experience and how regenerative agriculture is the future of sustainabilit…

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EP 107 - Lettuce Not Waste - Tips for Keeping Produce out of Landfills 17:52

1+ y ago17:52

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The episode discusses the alarming amount of food waste in the US and the resulting environmental impacts, including greenhouse gas emissions and methane emissions from landfills. It emphasizes the need to take action to reduce food waste and highlights the role of a company called Eat Cleaner in removing harmful residue and keeping produce out of …

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EP 106 - Overcoming Crohn's Disease with Mr. America, Peter Nielsen 53:54

1+ y ago53:54

53:54

In this episode of "Recipes for Your Best Life with Chef Mareya", Chef Mareya and her guest, Peter, discuss the power of positive thinking in the kitchen as well as Peter's journey of overcoming Crohn's disease and becoming Mr. America. They explore the power of positive thinking in overcoming obstacles and achieving goals. If you're looking for in…

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EP 105 - The Miracle of Light Therapy 26:44

1+ y ago26:44

26:44

In this episode, we are diving into the benefits of red light therapy and near-infra-red. If you've never heard of those, we'll listen. What if I told you there's a completely natural way to get better skin reducing formation in pain, enhancing brain and cognitive function, helping with cardiovascular health, improving circulation, healing wounds f…

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EP 104 - Making a 3x Ms. Olympia Champion- Behind the physique and mindset of Andrea Shaw 47:39

1+ y ago47:39

47:39

Sometimes when you meet someone, you feel like you've known them your whole life. Well, that's what it was like for me to meet Andrea Shaw. Known to her friends and now to me as Draya. What impressed me about her, not just her incredible physique also her humility, light and her personality and the kind of person that she exudes. We'll find out a l…

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EP 103 - 7 Hacks to Help You Get in the Best Shape (and not one is about exercise) 53:31

2y ago53:31

53:31

What do we do to help us get to the place that we're going? So I'm gonna talk today about seven habits that we can all take on this year that will help us get to that place. And let me start by saying, I really do believe that these are ubiquitous. These are something that doesn't matter what you subscribe to in terms of your diet, everybody can do…

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EP 102 - The Perfect 10: A bite-sized mashup of the last 10 episodes 43:53

2y ago43:53

43:53

We’re taking you back to the highlights of the last 10 episodes of Recipes For Your Best Life so you can get a flavor of each one and hopefully, go back and listen to all of them. From the benefits of fasting to hacking your thyroid to finding joy in your everyday to finding the right fitness routine over 40, there’s so much good stuff to sink your…

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EP 101- Happiness U: How your mindset can make you happier 35:28

2y ago35:28

35:28

The pursuit of happiness. I mean what is it about some people that you meet, that just every time you’re around them they just radiate joy and happiness where some of us just have a really hard time finding it in our everyday lives? Well, my next guest is an expert in squeezing the joy out of life, and that is why I’m so pleased to introduce Alice …

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EP 100 - Flexing with White House Chef Andre Rush 40:01

2y ago40:01

40:01

It's episode 100. How exciting is this, man? It's been a journey over the last couple of years to get here. But I am so thrilled that we made it, and along the way, I've gotten the chance to interview so many incredible people, people with a true interest in Whole Health. I got to interview my good friend, Chef Andre Rush who’s a White House Chef. …

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EP 99 - Fittest ever at 53: Why I did my first NPC bikini competition at this age 19:06

2y ago19:06

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This is episode 99. That means that I've had a lot of really amazing people that I've interviewed and a lot of my own things to share about health and wellness, and this episode is very personal to me because I explain why I decided to enter an NPC bikini contest. I'll share more about what I went through to achieve this, but I want you to hear my …

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EP 98 - Hashimoto's disease: How to have a healthy thyroid 45:14

2y ago45:14

45:14

According to John Hopkins website, about 3% of the population has an autoimmune disease, Hashimoto’s being the leading one. Our guest Missy Beavers is raising awareness about thyroid symptoms that are so many times misunderstood. She discovered a few simple tests that revealed the root causes of the problems and reversed her Hashimoto’s hypothyroid…

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EP 97 - Never Binge Again - How to break out of the prison of overeating 36:28

2+ y ago36:28

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Why are overeating stress eating and binge eating so prevalent in our culture today? That is exactly what we're about to break down. Dr. Glenn Livingston is a Ph.D., veteran psychologist, and was the longtime CEO of a multimillion-dollar consulting firm. He has helped literally thousands of people transform how they view food disillusioned by what …

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EP 96 -Fit and FAB over 50 - The keys to getting that killer physique with Melissa Neill 49:29

2+ y ago49:29

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Absolutely ripped in a bikini and having that great muscle definition even at the age of 50, Melissa Neil really breaks it down, while her professional background is in PR in communications. She became passionate about fitness and sculpting her physique at the age of 49. If you want to get in the best shape of your life, this will make a whole lot …

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EP 95 - A Longer, Better Life by Fasting - Mimicking with Dr. Joseph Antoun 52:22

2+ y ago52:22

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Studies show that a periodic diet that mimics fasting promotes multi-system regeneration, enhanced cognitive performance. That's your brain and health span, which means a longer life. How do you do this? In today's episode, I'm interviewing Dr. Joseph Antoun. He wanted to be at the forefront of changing our current healthcare system of sick care to…

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EP 94 - Your Gut-Skin Connection - How to prevent breakouts at all ages 40:20

2+ y ago40:20

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The microbiome is responsible a lot of things in your body. It’s mostly responsible for your immunity. 70% of your immune cells are in your gut, but it's also responsible for the condition of your skin. So if you've been experiencing a lot of breakouts lately, you might want to just take a double look at what your gut is doing today. With Dr. Yug V…

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EP 93 - Grab a seat at the Chef's Table: Ask Dennis Littley 37:07

2+ y ago37:07

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Ever wondered what a real restaurant chef does when he cooks at home? In today’s episode, I'm interviewing Dennis Littley, the founder and CEO of Ask chef Dennis Productions, one of the most successful food blogs in the world with over 1 million followers on social media and almost 10 million page views annually. So, have a seat at the chef’s table…

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EP 92 - 10 Tips to Meal Prep For Success and How It Will Change Your Life 36:39

2+ y ago36:39

36:39

If thinking about food is becoming your full-time endeavor, and you are your family’s designated chef, I’ve got a solution for you, and it’s called Meal Prep. In this episode, we’ll break down what meal prep is, by shedding light on 10 actionable tips that you can apply in your everyday life. Welcome to episode 92!…

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EP 91 – How to eat for your body’s needs with Risa Groux 33:14

2+ y ago33:14

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Risa Groux, CN is a Functional Nutritionist and Certified Autoimmune Coach in private practice in Newport Beach, California. She works with a wide array of clients from professional athletes, adults, and kids to the Biggest Loser from season four. Risa works with issues like diabetes, autoimmune disease, cancer, digestion, thyroid, and hormone imba…

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EP 90 - Let the juice flow -How to nurture creativity and confidence with Genein Letford 29:29

2+ y ago29:29

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As a chef, creativity is everything! It’s a manifestation of what we envision in our minds and it comes to life in living color. Today I’m interviewing Genein Letford, an award-winning speaker, best-selling author and corporate trainer on creative thinking and Intercultural Creativity. Enjoy!By Mareya Ibrahim, The Fit Foodie

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Ep 89 - It's more than skin deep - What your largest organ is saying about your health 31:41

3y ago31:41

31:41

Skin is the largest organ on our body, which means taking care of it is an obligation; Chris Gibson is the best when it comes to getting healthy skin. With his experience and knowledge, a healthy diet with a focus on positive and good nutrition will lead to a healthy body and skin. In this episode, Chris shows us the secret sauce to glowing skin an…

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EP 88 - How to age gracefully using the whole toolbox of health 29:15

3y ago29:15

29:15

Dr. Jannine Krause is on a mission to help people transform their health by teaching them how to recover better from the day’s stressors & workouts. She believes that health starts with what you eat, how you move, and how well you manage stress. She wants to help prevent little health issues from becoming big ones down the road. There’s a lot of he…

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EP 87 - Why You're Not Sleeping and How to Fix It 28:43

3y ago28:43

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Have you been counting sheep more than you should before sleeping? Our body is in constant movement and mind in the constant swirling of thoughts throughout the day. By the time we get to bed, our brain is still processing everything we’ve experienced during the day. In today’s episode, I am excited to speak to Devin Burke, a licensed sleep science…

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