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My name is Kelly Aiello, and I’m a registered holistic nutritionist (RHN) and Brain Health Coach. I created the Nutritional Nerd podcast as a place to connect with people who are looking to live a happier, healthier life. I want to give you the tools you need to unlock your full potential and to live the kind of life you have always imagined. When it comes to nutrition, there is a lot of conflicting information. It seems like every week there's a new study and a new fad diet that seem to con ...
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Your weekly video game podcast with other stuff thrown in Cover art photo provided by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@kellysikkema Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tom-aiello/support
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Looking for ways to have a relaxing evening and reduce stress? Listen to the podcast to unlock 4 essential tips that can help you unwind after a hectic day. Subscribe now for more valuable advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle! ➡️ 👍 LIKE 📢 Share ✅ Subscribe https://linktr.ee/kellyaiello | Buy me a coffee…
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Feeling forgetful & scattered? Conquer brain fog and unleash your full potential! Please be sure to ➡️ 👍 LIKE 📢 Share ✅ Subscribe 🔔 Ring This week's podcast explores 5 brain-boosting foods specifically chosen to support the unique needs of busy women. Sharpen your focus, memory & energy for a brighter day! ☀️ Discover the secret weapon in your diet…
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Worried a knock to the head might be more than a bump? You're not alone. Concussions can happen anytime, anywhere. This blog explains how concussions impact brain health, what to watch for, and how to protect yourself. Don't ignore it! kelly@happihuman.com https://pages.kellyaiellowellness.com/free-guide-1 https://linktr.ee/kellyaiello | Buy me a c…
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In this podcast, we delve into the fascinating connection between what you eat and how you feel. Discover how your diet can influence your emotional wellbeing and learn how to unlock the power of food to manage anxiety levels. Join us on this journey of exploration and empowerment! 💪🍎🧠 Don't forget to comment, subscribe, and hit the notification be…
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Did you know there is an intricate connection between food and anxiety? Yes, diet has a considerable effect on mental health and anxiety. It may not come as a surprise that the food we consume can either worsen or alleviate anxiety, but what may come as a surprise is that anxiety isn’t always a bad thing! In part 1 of this special 2-part series, le…
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Welcome to the HappiHuman community! As we step into the new year, it's essential to embrace gratitude as a catalyst for positive change. In this video, we'll explore the science behind gratitude and its impact on our mindset. Many of us struggle to follow through with self-improvement goals, but by shifting our focus to gratitude, we can create a …
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The holiday season's merriments often pivot around delectable treats and festive feasts, making it a challenging time for health-conscious individuals like you. But fret not; I've got you covered with my latest blog and video: Avoid Holiday Health Disasters: 9 Proven Tips for Wellness. Inside, you'll find effective, science-backed strategies tailor…
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In this podcast, discover powerful strategies to beat the winter blues and unlock happiness. According to the American Psychological Association, winter is the season of the blues – a mood disorder characterized by feelings of sadness, discouragement, and hopelessness. Join us as we delve into practical tips for improving mood and combating the cha…
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Are you or someone close to you struggling with the lasting effects of a traumatic brain injury or concussion? Perhaps you’re concerned about Alzheimer’s, dementia or depression. In a world where our cognitive abilities play a pivotal role in our personal and professional lives, it is not surprising this may be a concern. In this week’s blog, we’ll…
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Have you or someone close to you faced the challenge of a traumatic brain injury? Perhaps concerns about Alzheimer’s, dementia or depression might be casting a shadow on your thoughts. In a world where our cognitive abilities play a pivotal role in our personal and professional lives, it is not surprising this may be a concern. It’s also comforting…
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The arrival of the colder months brings the beauty of autumn leaves, white winter landscapes, and the unwelcome guests known as cold and flu viruses. As the temperature drops, keeping our immune system strong is essential. While many remedies and supplements promise to help, three stand out to me as immune-boosting powerhouses. Together, this trio …
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In this eye-opening podcast, we delve into the sweet debate... Are All Sugars Created Equal? 🍎🍭 🔍 Are all calories really the same? 🍏 Is sugar from an apple equal to sugar in apple juice? Discover the truth about sugar's impact on your diet and health. Join me as we dissect natural sugars vs. sugar additives. Plus, we've got a crucial question for …
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How would you like to boost your child’s self-confidence, teach them valuable skills they will have for life, and support them in building a healthy relationship with food all at the same time? It all starts with teaching them how to cook! Regardless of their age or your confidence in the kitchen, getting your kids involved in cooking will prove in…
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In today's fast-paced world, finding the balance between maintaining a healthy diet, managing a busy lifestyle, and staying within a budget can be a challenge. However, it's entirely possible to enjoy nutritious and mouthwatering meals without breaking the bank or spending hours in the kitchen. My tips will provide you with practical tips and simpl…
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Looking to boost your brain? Check out our top 10 list of foods that are good for optimal cognitive function! From berries to salmon to nuts, this list has everything you need to boost your brainpower! By eating these foods on a regular basis, you'll not only improve your memory, but you'll also increase your focus and concentration. So what are yo…
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Welcome back to our channel. If you're someone who's passionate about aging gracefully and living life to the fullest, then you're in the right place. Today, we're diving into a topic that's not just interesting but incredibly important – "Managing Your Lifestyle and Nutrition for Better Health as You Age With Neuronutrition" So grab your notepads …
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Encouraging your family to live a healthy, active and fulfilled lifestyle has always been important to you. Creating a culture of wellness in your home is something you want to start from a young age, so that your little ones have the best possible start in life. When it comes to looking after yourself and your family, health is a priority - there’…
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Are you stressed? Do you know how stress affects your body and brain? I’ve addressed the idea of stress on this blog many times, but I feel it’s so important I’d like to consider it yet again. So be sure to listen to this week’s blog as we dive into the topic of stress: what stress is, what happens in our bodies when we experience stress, how stres…
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Depending on where you dine out, you may have the option of ordering grass-fed beef, corn-fed beef, or one of several meat substitutes. How do you know which is best for you? Do the promoted health benefits of any of these options deliver what they claim? Plant-based meat is here to stay, but is it really the best choice? Be sure to listen this wee…
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Is self-care a regular part of your routine? Looking after yourself should be a priority, not a second thought. There are many different things you can do to look after your health, and it’s important that you are doing as many of them as you can. The good news is if you don’t know where to start, we’ve got some simple ideas for you. So it’s a good…
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You don’t have to be an athlete to include exercise in your daily routine. You don’t need to be an athlete to have fun, or ‘be good’ at exercise either! You just need to find a plan that suits you, and for so many people that’s where it gets difficult. Sometimes it feels impossible to shed a few pounds or make your resting heart rate a little lower…
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Are you an athlete looking to unlock the secret to peak performance? Or maybe you want to stay in shape and improve your fitness. Perhaps you are dealing with Insulin Resistance or the early stages of dementia and want to do what you can to mitigate future problems. Whatever your goals may be, the right tips and tricks can help you reach your full …
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Insulin resistance is a growing concern in the health space. If you know about it and its effects then you know how serious a condition it can be. If not, you should make yourself aware. Regardless of which camp you currently find yourself in, do yourself a favour and listen to this week’s podcast as we discuss what insulin resistance is, who is at…
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As you get older, it’s important to look after your health. Well, it’s important to look after your health at any age - but it becomes even more important when you reach your 50s. Once you turn 50, you enter a new stage of life. You may be looking at retiring within the next ten years and travelling the world. Perhaps you’re watching your children …
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Does it ever feel like your brain is in a fog? Do you find it increasingly impossible to focus or concentrate? Are you constantly in a state of mental fatigue, with impaired memory and slow recall? If so, then you may be experiencing brain fog. And you’ll also want to read this week’s blog, as we discuss what brain fog is, what causes it, and, most…
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Are you wondering if there is a diet to stave off dementia? Have you ever watched someone you love become someone else as their brain slowly drifts away? If you have, you understand how heartbreaking dementia can be. It’s like you lose your loved one years before they pass away. And if you have experienced this, you’re likely wondering how you can …
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You’ve probably heard that your gut is considered your “second brain” and that the gut-brain connection is real. But did you realize that many brain issues stem from gut issues? Did you also know that people with poor gut health often suffer from poor brain health? It’s not uncommon for people dealing with food intolerances, IBS, bloating, or const…
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Have you been feeling a little mentally foggy lately? Unable to focus or concentrate? If so, you don’t want to miss blog! We’ll dive into mental clarity - what it means and simple methods you can implement today to get it back. But first, what is “mental clarity?” In brief, when you are mentally clear, your mind is not foggy or clouded by worry, ov…
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Are you ready to improve your brain health? Have you ever considered intermittent fasting? First, let me say that making a healthy lifestyle change isn’t about dieting - diets are not sustainable and don’t work in the long run. Instead, creating healthier new habits is about choosing to eat well for your lifestyle and body. There are many ways to d…
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How familiar are you with the relationship between nutrition and brain health? Did you even realize there was a relationship? The brain is arguably the most important organ in the body that controls all bodily functions. It burns a huge amount of calories and so it needs a huge amount of nutrients and oxygen in order to function properly. Since you…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! We have been so focused on supporting your brain health and mental wellness for so long that it may be time to do something a little different… introduce you to your brain! How well do you know your brain? Do you know…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! Are you one of the 37 million Americans who have diabetes? Did you realize that in addition to that, 1 in 5 people have diabetes and don’t realize it? Those are startling statistics to say the least! You’ve likely rea…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! Do you experience brain fog or neurofatigue? Do your symptoms ever make you feel isolated or frustrated because others simply don’t understand? Perhaps you don’t understand what is happening yourself. In this podcast,…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly, your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! In today’s video, I had the privilege of sitting down with none other than Udo Erasmus - pioneer of the healthy fats movement and advocate for improving people’s lives from the inside out. After being poisoned by pesti…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly, your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! Today’s podcast is all about self-care, why its important and how engaging in self-care can improve one’s mental health. As a bonus, I introduce you to HeartMath, one of the best forms of self-care in which you can eng…
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Do you have a loved one with dementia? Are you overwhelmed with all the information out there (much of it conflicting), leaving you even more confused and not knowing what to do? If so, then listen on. This week’s episode provides some practical do’s and don’ts when it comes to helping your loved one. Yes, there are several do’s and don’ts to helpi…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! Has someone in your family been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s? Have you been wondering how to reduce your risk? You’re not alone! More than six million adults over 65 years old have Alzheimer’s dementia. As star…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! Welcome to another special video for worldwide Brain Injury Awareness month! In today’s podcast, I give you the low-down on head injuries - what they are, how they can occur, warning signs of a head injury, and the be…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! How to get a better brain is very appropriate, as this month is worldwide Brain Injury Awareness Month. The purpose of this month is to raise awareness, share knowledge, and educate about all things brain injury. The …
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! Thanks for joining me. Have you ever wondered how best to keep your mind sharp or how to improve cognitive function? Have you wondered if this was even possible? The short answer is yes! But what’s the best way to imp…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! https://linktr.ee/kellyaiello Today’s video is all about sugar! Ok, so maybe not the kind of sugar you originally thought about - but sugars in your blood. Why should you pay attention to your blood sugar levels? If y…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! Thanks for joining me. Welcome to my channel where I share valuable information and teach about brain health. Today, I’d like to talk about what it’s like being an online nutrition coach and how I help people reach th…
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If you have been following me and receiving my newsletter for a while, I’d like to say thanks! I’m glad to have you here! If you are new to HappiHuman, welcome! I have been a nutritionist and blogger for over four years now. As a result, it was time to give my website a new, fresher look. What better time to roll out a new look than the start of a …
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t Eating Disorders: Is It An Eating Disorder Or OCD? Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! In today’s podcast, I had a powerful and candid conversation with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, a trailblazer in mental health. We discussed anxiety, eating disorders,…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! Today’s video is all about serotonin and how you can use it to elevate your mood.So if you’ve ever wondered what serotonin does, if your levels may be low, or if you’re tired of the winter blues, then you don’t want t…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! Are you concerned with your long-term brain health or are you looking for a way to combat brain fog? If so, learning how to boost the level of oxygen in your brain is essential. And in this video, that is exactly what…
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With Dr. Roseann Capanna-HodgeHave you ever wondered when stress becomes anxiety? Do you have a child or teen who struggles with a mental health issue? Do you struggle yourself? If so, you don’t want to miss this week’s blog! I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Roseann, a trailblazer in children’s mental health to discuss her new book, what…
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Hi everyone! This is Kelly - your Nutrition Coach and Brain Health Professional on a mission to teach you how to get a better brain! Today’s video is about the driving force between the mind and the immune system: stress! Yes, there is a powerful link between stress, inflammation, anxiety, physical symptoms, and poor nutrition. And it all starts wi…
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