Looking for recipes from Gilmore Girls that you can make? I get you, and I have a solution!You're watching Rory and Lorelai eat stacks of pancakes and drink copious amounts of coffee, and suddenly, you are ravenous. Been there, done that.So what's the solution? Head over to EatingGilmore.com to whip up a recipe that will satisfy your food cravings!…

[00:00:00] Rebecca: I listened to your, talk at the Weston A Price Conference and was so fascinated by everything that you've done and everything that you've experienced. So to start off, would you just give us a brief introduction of who you are and how you got to be where you are eating like a human.Who is Dr. Bill Schindler[00:00:17] Bill Schind…

Move over butter, ghee is on the rise! My guests on this episode of A Healthy Bite are the founders of Simply Ghee, and they're sharing everything you could ever want to know about this golden superfood! Listen using the player above, but also make sure to use the table of contents below to read more about ghee. Just for you, they've created the co…

This podcast episode with Dr. Michelle Segar was as beneficial for me as I believe it will be for you. Listen using the player above, and find transcripts and additional resources below.For years I’ve had a love-hate relationship with exercise. I’ve tried to build healthy habits in most of the usual ways. I used habit stacking, and all the things e…

Nurture and nature; two components in the development of individual differences. Understanding the root cause of abuse may help in the emotional healing process and provide an avenue of forgiveness on a deeper level resulting in better mental health for generations to come.Introduction to Loose CannonsA while back I watched Keep Sweet, Pray and Obe…

Want to design the life you desire? Here's a question to start with: do you make life happen or is life happening to you? There's a significant difference.My mission is to help you instill habits practiced by the longest-lived people on earth. Why? So you can extend your healthspan and have the most heartbeats available to spend!Stacey Aaron Domani…

This past weekend I attended the 22nd Annual Conference of the Weston A. Price Foundation. Multiple exhibits stressed the harmful effects of Electromagnetic Radiation on Humans including today's guest, Justin Frandson.You can’t hear, see, or smell them; electromagnetic fields. The earth emits low level electromagnetic fields. The earth, sun and ion…

The toxic chemicals used to treat clothing remain on the fabric, even after washing. Chemicals such as formaldehyde, stain blockers, flame retardants, and more are endocrine disruptors. These can penetrate the skin and lead to serious health conditions. Exposure to these chemicals, often used in fast fashion, is shown to cause multiple abnormalitie…

Have you ever been in a funk and made the smart decision to take a walk? If so, you already know the immediate benefits walking has on your state of mind. So what are the benefits of walking in reference to your physical and mental health?After you find out, you'll want to walk every day for a happy mood boost. For those who are unable to walk, try…

What does slow living, staying balanced, and the habits of centenarians have in common?Everything! If you read Dan Buettner's books about The Blue Zones you'll start to see many parallels to the slow living movement.In this podcast episode, I wanted to draw your attention to habits that help you stay balanced. In addition, I'll share ways to look a…

About half the population worldwide suffers from a functional gastrointestinal disorder. Some of these include heartburn, acid reflux, chronic constipation, bloating, and irritable bowel. According to a recent study, these disorders are linked a significantly lower quality of life.More than twenty percent of people in the US experience reflux sympt…

Friends, I'm going to get up on my fragrance-free soapbox here for a minute if you don't mind. But first, do not miss this important point: product developers are clever, consumers are busy, and greenwashing is everywhere.Greenwashing in Skincare, Cosmetics, and CleanersCompanies get away with greenwashing all the time. Greenwashing, a form of dece…

Benefits of Kegel Exercises Throughout a Woman’s LifetimeKegel exercises, sometimes called pelvic floor exercises, are done to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles. Strengthening these muscles has many benefits throughout a woman’s lifetime.These muscles and tissues are like a hammock or sling at the bottom of your pelvis to hold your organs in pla…

I always thought I didn't want to know if I had bad and rare genes that could turn on me and make me sick. If I knew I had a bad gene, wouldn't I be expecting to have disease? Well, that is what I used to think, but eventually, I came around and decided knowing was better for me.Why did I change my mind about genetic testing at homeMy brother-in-la…

If you're wondering how to turn around a bad day, keep reading. I've used the following strategies so many times to rescue what I think will be a terrible day. You know what kind of day I'm talking about...You wake up and head to the kitchen to make your coffee and realize you're out and forgot to replenish your supply. So, you shuffle off to take …

Who doesn't love drinking coffee? I grew up making a cup for my Dad and I knew exactly how he liked it. My coffee buds (thats the taste buds reserved for coffee) have evolved over the years. I think I started out putting copious amounts of sugar in mine but that didn't last too long. For the most part, I've enjoyed my coffee pretty creamy.A morning…

Ceri Yates shares how she tried and then ditched the toxic diet culture before finding her own way to successful, sustainable weight loss. You'll love her story in this episode of A Healthy Bite. (The podcast player is located at the bottom of this post; you can also listen on iTunes or Spotify!)Ceri shares a glimpse of what it was like to dip her …

If you are medically overweight, like 39% of the world’s population, you might be asking yourself, “what causes weight gain?”You may be here because you’re trying to lose weight. More than half of Americans are currently attempting to lose weight on any given day of the year. (1)Ask most doctors what causes weight gain or the inability to lose weig…

The podcast episode above is about how to have an online (or in-person) cookbook club. The article below will explain why cooking as a hobby will contribute to better health. At least it has for my family and I believe it will for you, too. The transcripts for the podcast episode are also at the bottom of this post. Just wanted to point out that it…

Cubii Jr 1 Review: an elliptical that fits under your desk to help you exercise while you are on the computer!Are you looking for an exercise you can do while sitting? That's exactly what I was doing 8 months ago! Maybe you have a job or hobby that has you at a desk for hours on end. You might even worry about your physical wellness being impacted …

So you've been short-changed in the sleep department due to sharing your bed? Can't remember the last time you got a good night's rest? I feel your pain! If your spouse, kids, or fur-babies are keeping you up at night, and you're wondering if it's healthy to sleep in separate beds, keep reading!A while back, I shared a podcast and post about Living…

So you want to know how to stop drinking energy drinks, and you've probably tried giving them up before without success? You are already aware of how hard it is to quit. I see and hear of young adults, and even teenagers who are consuming these beverages on a daily basis, and quite frankly, it worries me.Adolescents are reportedly the fastest-growi…

Deborah DiMare is back this week on A Healthy Bite to give us more useful tips on how to create an ethical & toxin-free bedroom for healthy sleep. Putting together a bedroom that looks picture-worthy is what most designers would make their top priority; and while Deborah is talented at doing that, her top priority is choosing ethical, non-toxic pie…

As parents, you'll face countless important decisions over your child's lifetime. One of the most important is the living space in which your child will grow and sleep.One of the most exciting things parents-to-be do while they are waiting for the arrival of their bundle of joy is designing the baby's nursery. Browsing Pinterest for inspiration may…

You probably know that daytime sleepiness is an indication that you're not getting sufficient sleep. If you have ever been sleep-deprived because you or your partner kept waking up during the night, you're not alone. It might surprise you to know that an estimated 90% of people with sleep apnea are completely unaware of their condition.What are the…

A habit is an action, choice, or decision that you perform on a regular basis. When can you call a new action a habit? That depends. Perhaps when the action reaches automaticity; doing the thing without thinking about it. When it becomes rote. For example, you automatically begin flossing after brushing. Your mind is elsewhere, perhaps preparing fo…

Cancer Survivor, Patricia Diaz, has been in remission for over 30 years. We're discussing the therapies she used in conjunction with her cancer treatment, most of which she still practices to this day. Her memoir is the topic of this episode of A Healthy Bite.Pretty Girls Don't Get Cancer. Patricia Diaz, memoirWait, what?Yeah, that was my reaction,…

It is back-to-school time and many schools across the US have reopened. Teachers are back in their classrooms but some parents would prefer to continue remote learning."And still millions of students stayed remote, their parents concerned about the virus, not to mention bullying, racism, misbehavior, and child care." (1)Now more than ever, Educator…

Mold exposure long-term effects can be devastating. Memory loss, insomnia, anxiety, depression, trouble concentrating, and confusion, just to name a few of the long-term effects of mold exposure. Mold growth is more prevalent than most people realize.At least 45 million buildings in the United States have unhealthy levels of mold. (1) This is probl…

Make note: There are a lot more tips for longevity in the blog post than we had time for in the podcast episode, so make sure you listen to this episode as well as read the entire post. Life expectancy in America is 78.7 years according to Data from the National Vital Statistics System.(1) Although it varies from state to state. If you're an Asian …

There's no denying sunny days brighten my mood. Enjoying time in the sun can lift you out of the blues, give you precious vitamin D, and many other health benefits. The sun's rays regulate our sleeping patterns and supports physiological processes.Although, people have grown more and more sun-phobic while forgetting the powerful healing benefits of…

This post is sponsored by Layer OriginAbout 70% of the immune system lies in the gut, which is one reason why it is so important to feed the good bacteria residing there. When you hear "gut health" you may even think of probiotics and the role that these "good bacteria" play. However, a lesser-known player in the gut health game is prebiotics.Prebi…

You may have been through the grieving process, like many others, and found yourself dealing with grief in an unhealthy way. Drinking alcohol excessively, overeating, stuffing your feelings or isolating yourself for extended periods of time are some unhealthy coping mechanisms. In the process of grief is when most of us realize we need to learn how…

You want to learn how to talk to your doctor in a way that gets you closer to the help you need. Lorena Junco Margain had been prescribed antidepressants after the birth of her 3rd child. She'd been experiencing symptoms that led her to believe there was more to it than postpartum depression. Day after day, she was fatigued, dizzy, and had an overa…

How the heck do you do it? That's the question working moms often ask one another when they feel like they’re falling behind while everyone else they know is keeping up with it all. (Which usually isn't the case!)Working all day is tough enough, but then to come home to a house that needs cleaning, a hungry family, loads of laundry, and an empty fr…

Today my friend Sarah Laucks is chatting with me about natural hair care. Sarah and I met through work and immediately felt a kindred spirit. You know, when you meet someone you could talk to for days on end and still have plenty more to talk about? The first subject we found in common was that we both were committed to natural hair care and had st…

Summer break can often be a stressful time for parents and kids. Routines change and pressure is on to take advantage of the limited amount of time together, to keep up with summer learning, and maybe even to have the perfect vacation!This year parents may also be feeling the pressure to "catch up" on learning after hearing concerns about gaps in l…

Weight loss can be challenging under normal circumstances, but it becomes even more frustrating when a hormone imbalance is at play. Today's guest is the author of The Women's Guide to Hormonal Harmony, Lacey Dunn.Lacey Dunn, MS, RD, LD, CPT, founder of UpliftFit Nutrition and host of the UpliftFit Nutrition podcast, is a functional medicine dietit…

Listen to the podcast in the player above, you can also subscribe on Spotify.Recently one of my besties called me flaming mad after an encounter at the gym she'd been going to for half a year or more. After I heard the story, I was inspired to help other women avoid a similar scenario.What happened was, my friend had recently overcome some obstacle…

When you hear deep water running, you might picture women doing water aerobics or using pool dumbells with high-knee stepping exercises in the pool. That's not the kind of deep water running we're talking about on today's episode of A Healthy Bite. This low-impact exercise is not the aqua jogging class you've seen at the local gym, and it's not aqu…

Do you spend time with your kids in the kitchen or is that an off-limits area? Is it a struggle to get kids to eat even a bite of the main meal you're serving because they'd rather have "kid-friendly" food? Maybe you want them to eat real food but you aren't sure how to get them to cooperate? Don't despair. First, if your child is fond of kids' mea…

The word crisis is defined as "a time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger." If we're lucky, we'll all see midlife, but must we have a crisis? How can you avoid a midlife crisis? Some women sail through those middle years with ease, while others may begin to question the meaning and purpose of life. Menopause may be around the corner, or it ma…

How to Get Your Kid to Eat (Almost) EverythingMost parents have faced the challenge of meeting resistance when introducing a child to new foods. As they grow older, mealtimes can become a battleground where power struggles between parent and child ensue.It doesn't have to be this way. You don't have to be a short-order cook, and you don't have to m…

My guest today has successfully homeschooled her four sons through high school. I had the honor of meeting one of her sons through my work.Gina was tired of trading time and brainpower for lifeless learning … so she set out on a journey to reclaim the joy and potential rewards of what she now refers to as A LIFESTYLE OF LEARNING.Through the years, …

This podcast episode is one of the most important topics for parents: How to stop eating so much sugar. As we've discussed in the past, our children are what we ate and what their grandparents ate. Research shows over and over again the tremendous negative impact of added sugars. The American Heart Association has recommended that kids ages 2-18 sh…

What is Living Apart TogetherThe term "Living Apart Together" means that two people who are in a romantic relationship choose to live separately. LAT arrangements vary; it can be a couple who is married or unmarried. Young couples, and older couples whose spouse may have passed on and choose to commit yet remain unmarried. However, for the sake of …

Do you know the symptoms of Addison's disease or have you ever met someone who had this diagnosis? My special guest on this episode of A Healthy Bite is Phil Moser, author of the book Free and Fearless, a book about his daughter who passed away in 2017 due to Addison's disease.The story of Brittany Moser, a talented, beautiful person that lived lif…

Not losing weight on Keto?You're following a Ketogenic diet and suddenly find your weight loss has stalled. What's the cause? Today I have Jessica Ancaya, from Holistic Keto Goddess here to answer all your questions about why you're not losing weight on keto and some unusual areas that might be blocking the path to success."Unexpected areas that mi…

Childhood nutrition is essential for growth and development as well as to prevent illness and disease. You want to prepare healthy meals and snacks for your kids but between finding the time and choosing foods they'll eat it can be overwhelming.For the last 29 years, I've tried every technique to provide a well-balanced diet for my six children and…

A mistake at breakfast? You mean spilled milk, right? I'm talking about the choices we make to start our day off with the energy and stamina it takes to get things done!Where are you when it comes to breakfast? Are you eating a meal fit for a King or do you skip breakfast altogether? No matter where you fall on this spectrum, one thing is for sure;…