2 Healthy Chicks

Gluten free this, gluten free that...Jennie and Aiyana continue to dive into the GF lifestyle. However, they take it a step further and discuss digestive health, food manufacturing process and other things that are harming us as Americans… seasoning & wood chips… steak & tape??? 🤯 You’d be surprised. Jennie spells out the MANY symptoms of non-Celiac gluten sensitivity: bloating, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, headaches/migraines, tiredness, skin problems (including rashes, psoriasis),depression, weight loss, iron deficiency anemia, anxiety, autoimmune disorders, joint and muscle pain, leg or arm numbness, brain fog… you get the point. Learn some tips and tricks on how to effectively go gluten free!

You hear it all the time…”Drink more water!” However, how serious are the implications if we don’t drink enough? Can your skin and/or eyes indicate your level of dehydration? Did you know you can “eat” your water??? Join the fun as Jennie & Aiyana dive into the effects of dehydration, what you can do to stay hydrated, and fun things to make your water more exciting...if you aren’t already excited by water! As it becomes a theme in the 2HC episodes, which one of the hosts shares a little TMI? These two are a riot!

You hear it all the time…”Drink more water!” However, just how serious are the implications if we don’t drink enough? Can you actually prevent disease just by staying hydrated? Ever wonder why your lips feel like sandpaper, even with your lip balm? (It’s probably not the lip balm!) Join Aiyana & Jennie as they share the causes of dehydration, the affects on your health, and how foods may play a role in your level of hydration. Find out why hydration is especially important to Aiyana as a woman living with Sickle Cell Disease.

What are affirmations? Why are they important? How do we affirm ourselves?

Can you be vulnerable through conversations with yourself? Georgia Graham tells us how she learned to be vulnerable through personal development by reading Brené Brown, Wayne Dyer and Maya Angelou.

How do affirmations equate to self-love and what is the impact? Walk with us as Georgia shares how having a grateful heart leads to healthy living.

What are affirmations? Why are they important? How do we affirm ourselves?

Have you ever paid attention to your thoughts? At over 700 words per minute, your thoughts hold great power. Join Aiyana & Jennie as they define and dissect affirmations and the power that lies within.

How quickly can you answer this question...What is self-care to YOU??? If you hesitated, this episode is for you. If you answered quickly, this episode is ALSO for you! Learn the effect of self-care (or, lack thereof) has on the body and potentially your family. When is the last time you colored? Yes, COLORED??? How does your internal dialogue impact self-care? Jennie and Aiyana will share 6 benefits of self-care that may change your entire outlook on the topic.

How quickly can you answer this question...What is self-care to YOU??? If you hesitated, this episode is for you. If you answered quickly, this episode is ALSO for you! Is there a difference between self-care and self-management? Are you pouring from an empty bucket? Do you know how to fill your bucket? Learn how vital self-care is and why it is NOT a luxury! And listen in to see how Aiyana is missing the mark on self-care.

Fitness Part 2 How do you get your body moving? Are you new to fitness and need some ideas? Fordham Strength & Conditioning Coach, Joshua Greer, joins Aiyana & Jennie in the fitness convo to give great tips on ways you can strengthen your muscles and move your body. Joshua weighs in on our questions...Do you have to sweat to get a good workout? ...What is your first step?...What is tabata?...What household items can you use to exercise? ...What can you do with a kettlebell?...What should you look for when looking to follow a coach on social media? ...What are the 3 main elements to a basic workout routine? Listen in and get some great tips! Get moving today!!

Fitness Part 1 How do you get your body moving? Are you new to fitness and need some ideas? Fordham Strength & Conditioning Coach, Joshua Greer, joins Aiyana & Jennie in the fitness convo.  Is walking a legitimate exercise? What are the benefits to walking? Do you have to sweat to get a good workout?...and...Listen for a chance to earn bonus points!! ...Keep an eye out for Aiyana’s tree pose…& find out what Jennie learned! 

Part 2 Do you check the labels on personal care products? Would you know what to look for?  Aiyana and Jennie, along with Dr. Autumn Cussen, unpack this mystery. Dr. Autumn discusses how the central nervous system can be affected by the ingredients in your skincare products. Learn...  The final of four ingredients to avoid in your products.  Are there any animal products in my skincare or makeup? What SHOULD I look for in my products?

Get some answers and (as usual) have some fun along the way!