EP123: Living Not Just Longer, But Healthier The Rebel Nutritionist podcast

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Ever feel like cooking healthy meals is overwhelming or that you just don’t have the time? You’re not alone! That’s exactly why I was so excited to sit down with Chef Jeremy Rock Smith for this week’s podcast episode. Jeremy spent years in high-pressure restaurant kitchens before experiencing a midlife cooking crisis that completely changed his relationship with food. His journey led him to top wellness resorts like Canyon Ranch, Kripalu, and Miraval, where he began teaching others how to make cooking both simple and nourishing. This episode is full of practical tips, humor, and insights that will inspire you to rethink how you cook and eat. I’m so grateful to Jeremy for sharing his journey, knowledge, and passion for making food a source of health and joy. Learn more about Chef Jeremy Rock Smith…

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Ep183: Instagram Live With The Coaches: A Year in Review 58:56

22 weeks ago58:56

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Ever feel like the journey to better health can feel overwhelming at times? You’re not alone! That’s exactly why I was thrilled to join Coaches Michele and Amanda for a powerful Instagram LIVE session earlier this week. We dove deep into some of the most transformative topics in wellness today: How we can make changes from the inside, but also how to remove the toxins around us. The impact of environmental chemicals and toxins on our health. Regenerative farming and its importance for our future. The power of thoughts and beliefs: how your mindset shapes your health journey. Identifying and working through the belief systems clients hold within themselves. Michele and Amanda’s favorite podcast episodes and the reasons behind their choices. Why meal-prepping is your ultimate key to success. And an exclusive look at the revamped Brandwein Membership, with exciting packages coming in 2025! It was an hour filled with inspiration, actionable insights, and some surprising revelations (did you know your mind can help reframe how you react to the uncontrollable?). If you missed it, don’t worry — you can catch the replay right now on Instagram. I’m so grateful to Michele and Amanda for their expertise and passion in guiding others on their health journeys. Their wisdom and practical tips remind us that small changes really do lead to big transformations. Tune in to the replay here, and let me know what resonated with you the most!…

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Ep182: Is It Picky Eating Or Something More? 41:55

25 weeks ago41:55

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We all need to eat to survive. We assume that eating is second nature. But did you know that there are many factors that impact how a person consumes food? We often hear the term “picky eater,” it’s often just an assumption that this type of behavior goes along with childhood development. But did you know that there is more to this issue than meets the eye? I talked with Jacklyn Penderson, the CEO of Feeding Matters, about a little known disorder called Pediatric Feeding Disorder. If you haven’t ever heard of this you’re not alone. I have worked with many children and adolescents who I can see clearly had this issue, but we never had a good way to screen for it or truly understand it. If you have a child, or know of a family who has children that might be suffering from this little known condition, you will want to listen to this episode. PFD is a real condition and requires early intervention in order to effectively manage it. I truly was inspired by our conversation and I think you will be too. Learn more about Feeding Matters and follow them on Instagram .…

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Ep181: Body Alignment As A Key To Health 1:03:09

27 weeks ago1:03:09

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I never truly knew or understood how impactful body work could be until I interviewed Faysal Abi today on my podcast. Faysal is a leader in the area of understanding the human body’s design, function, pain and the mind-body connection to it. If you are dealing with any type of chronic pain issue you are going to want to listen to this fascinating conversation. If you want to better understand how to optimize your strength and flexibility you will want to take a listen. I definitely learned new things about the body, how it works, and even about my sneakers! You’ll have to listen to hear what I mean by that! Learn more about Faysal at his website and his Instagram .…

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Ep180: Genetics Talk With Dr. Shivani 57:52

30 weeks ago57:52

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I love the incredible amount of detail I learn from a client’s genetic report. From there I create a DNA blueprint that takes all that technical knowledge and turns it into something they can understand and use to create real change in their lives. So many people come to me having spoken to other doctors or health professionals who suggest something generic - that doesn’t work for them. Meanwhile the health issues are accumulating and my client has no idea which one to address first, especially when they have to go see a different specialist for each one. But it’s so hard for me to show you how these actually work with clients - those old HIPAA rules mean I can’t just share any old report, and it’s so hard to explain without the context of how it works in someone’s life. Which is why I was delighted to be on Dr. Shivani Gupta’s podcast Fusionary Health recently. I’ve been working with Dr. Shivani on her health issues, and she recently took the 3x4 genetic test I use with all my clients. She was willing to share all the details (we actually read through it on the podcast) and I could explain exactly what those results mean for her health both now and in the future. If you’ve ever wondered just how useful genetic tests are, then you’re going to want to take a listen to this one! You’ll hear me break it down in real time, and get a real sense of the support I can provide clients to know what issue to deal with first.…

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Ep179: Getting Off Your Meds 39:44

32 weeks ago39:44

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Were you ever prescribed a medication and didn’t question why or for how long or even what it was for exactly? Did you have a say in this decision? Would you prefer to NOT be on any medications at all? Well if you answered yes to any of these you will want to listen to this podcast. Today I talk with Howie Kra, who has been on his health journey for 3 ½ years now and has made amazing progress. Howie was on three different medications, and like many of you, wanted to be off them but just didn’t know what he needed to do to get there. Howie shares his health challenges, where he started and how far he has come. If you want to hear about what Howie has done and the ups and downs of this process take a listen. He’s always an inspiration to listen to and is sure to get you thinking about your own health journey.…

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Ep178: The Toxins Hiding In Your Food 30:10

34 weeks ago30:10

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There’s a lot of buzz going around on social media about our food. Specifically around the quality of our food and how so many chemicals have made their way into the supply chain of the foods we eat. The impact of this is far reaching and has significant health consequences both for adults and children. The rise of serious health conditions such as certain cancers can also be linked to these toxic chemicals and if you want to know more about this you need to listen. If you are wondering how and why this is happening take a listen. Hear about the grassroots efforts taking place nationally to hold these companies accountable for their misleading actions. Awareness is key. Educate yourself about what is in your food so you can protect yourself and those you love. P.S. This week we have an amazing free shipping bonus on any of our Vimergy products. Just use code BINFREESHIP at Vimergy . That’s free shipping with no minimum value of your order!…

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Ep177: Avoiding The Weight Gain Rollercoaster After GLP-1 42:26

36 weeks ago42:26

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With so many of our clients on the GLP-1 medications, we figured it was time to address the elephant in the room. How do you maintain weight loss once you come off of the medications? It is a well known fact that the majority of people on GLP-1 medications see rapid weight gain once they stop taking them. So how do you keep the weight off? This week I talked with one of our coaches, Michele Baron, and we took a deep dive into why people begin to gain weight after they cycle off of these medications. We talk about strategies to help offset this phenomenon and how to manage it before it gets out of control. We discuss ways to help control hunger and cravings and offer real time solutions. Our conversation covers a variety of topics such as the importance of resistance exercise and what that looks like as well as how to create lifelong habits that will help support long term weight management. This is a great episode, don’t miss it!…

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Ep176: How Your Food Might Be Making You Sick 54:05

38 weeks ago54:05

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I am always inspired by the guests I get to interview for this podcast. Today was no different, but my conversation with Kelly Ryerson was particularly impactful for me. Kelly defines what it means to be an advocate for health and for industry transparency. Take a listen to how Kelly’s own health crisis led her down the path of exposing the dangerous chemicals in our food supply, specifically glyphosate. This is truly a must listen. If you care about your health, if you care about your childrens’ health, you need to tune into this one. Kelly and I cover so much ground here and discuss how the food industry “gets” away with poisoning us and our families. I encourage you to listen and share this information. It's vital to our health, that of our families and that of our planet. Learn more about Kelly, glyphosates, and her activism. P.S. If you’ve worked with us before, then we’d love if you could leave us a review! Many potential new clients check out our Google reviews when learning about us, and we’d love it if you could let them know about your experience. Add your Google review now!…

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Ep175: Strengthening Your Relationship: Both Sides Of The Story 1:03:38

39 weeks ago1:03:38

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I think you are going to love this conversation I had with Dr. Eva Brown and her husband Paul. This was Part 2 of my conversation with Eva, and having her husband Paul on the podcast to provide his insight, his perspective and his wisdom was fantastic. We covered so many topics, pertinent to the issues that couples face, no matter what stage they are in their relationship. We talk about communication, about trauma bonds and how they affect us in our relationships. We talk about anger, vulnerability, honesty and what it means to hold space for your partner. We all should be listening to this episode, and there is truly something in it for everyone. It was enlightening and fun and inspiring all at the same time. Take a listen! Interested in learning more about Dr. Brown’s approach? Take this quiz & discover where to begin your growth journey together: Sign up for the Sacred Partners Blog Community : Watch Dr. Eva’s “5 Stages to Conscious Relationship Mapping” mini-course to get familiar with the process: Learn more about Sacred Life Partners 90 Day Program & membership . Get 30% off the membership here . Learn more about Eva and her work. The 3 books Eva recommends: What Makes Love Last by Dr. John Gottman and Nan Silver The Intimacy Factor by Pia Mellody and Lawrence S. Freundlich Creating Union by Eva Pierrakos and Judith Saly P.S. This week grab our 30-Day Rebel Reset: A Medical Medium Inspired Meal Plan! We’ve taken everything I’ve learned from the Medical Medium and created 30 days' worth of meals so you can adjust your diet and reap the benefits. This is something we are starting to use with our clients, and we’d hate for you to miss out. It’s 20% off this week - a perfect way to reset during back to school season.…

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Ep174: The Power Of A Functional Nutritionist PLUS A Health Coach 39:33

40 weeks ago39:33

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I’ve always been so proud of our unique model here at the Brandwein Institute. We pair my expert guidance in relation to interpreting test results with the accountability and feedback from a health coach. We work in tandem, building up and supporting each other’s strengths, all for our clients’ benefits. If you want to know more about how our health coaches are an important part of the coaching we provide, then be sure to take a listen to this episode. Two of our coaches, Amanda Schuh and Michele Baron, talk about what they love about working with clients, how a first meeting works, and the unique ways they support clients in this transformative process. P.S. This week grab our 30-Day Rebel Reset: A Medical Medium Inspired Meal Plan! We’ve taken everything I’ve learned from the Medical Medium and created 30 days' worth of meals so you can adjust your diet and reap the benefits. This is something we are starting to use with our clients, and we’d hate for you to miss out. It’s 20% off this week - a perfect way to reset during back to school season.…

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Ep173: What Root Cause Medicine Really Looks Like 45:01

41 weeks ago45:01

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I truly love hearing about success stories, especially when it comes to someone’s health and wellbeing. We are all unique and experience healing very differently and this podcast guest is no different. I was excited to talk with Dr. Setare Taabodi about her experience with the Medical Medium and how it led her down the road to recovery from her mystery illnesses. Dr. Setare shares her health battle and what led her to search out Medical Medium information. If you are curious about what Medical Medium is about you’ll want to listen to this. If you have been suffering from health conditions that no one seems to have answers to, or have been dismissed as being “fine” or “normal,” you will identify with Dr. Setare’s story. If you want to know what it’s like to feel validated with what is happening in your body, this is the perfect episode to listen to. Dr. Setare is a wealth of knowledge and information. I am sure you will enjoy hearing what she has to say. Learn more about Dr. Setare .…

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Ep172: The How And Why Of Teaching Our Children To Eat 31:35

42 weeks ago31:35

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Let's face it, raising kids can be challenging. We all want the best for our children, and teaching them how to take care of themselves is an important job for us parents. Speaking from experience, I know what it’s like to get the push back from not only my kids, but from society itself. We are endlessly inundated with mixed messages and false advertising from the food industry, and sometimes, trying to do the “right thing” can be exhausting. In this rerun of episode 63 from 2022, Amanda and I talk about the challenges we face in sticking to our guns and staying true to the conviction we have as parents to feed our children food that helps to nourish their body and mind. If you are frustrated, confused, or tired of fighting with your kids about food, take a listen to this podcast as we offer up some great advice for those of you who are struggling to feed your children. I can guarantee you that there is a light at the end of this tunnel, and that staying true to your convictions, pay off not only short term but in the long run as well. Take a listen to this enlightening conversation, as I assure you, it will help ease your mind about how to nourish your kids. It’s really not quite as hard as you may think.…

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Ep171: The Truth About Heart Health And A Plant-Based Diet 49:54

44 weeks ago49:54

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I truly do love talking with experts in their fields of study and this week was no different. I had the sincere pleasure of speaking with world-renowned cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn. Dr. Kahn. is an interventional cardiologist whose focus is centered around the idea that a plant-based diet is the most powerful source of preventative medicine on the planet. Today Dr. Kahn and I address the topic of protein, an extremely hot and triggering topic these days. Dr. Khan shares his views on what we need to know about cardiovascular disease and what the important aspects of testing and screening we all should be doing to prevent cardiovascular disease from wreaking havoc on our lives. We talk about lifestyle factors that are crucial to help prevent and manage cardiovascular disease, and why Dr. Kahn believes a plant-based diet is key to longevity.…

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Ep170: Inflamm-aging: How inflammation Will Impact Your Longevity 1:01:39

45 weeks ago1:01:39