Welcome back to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! In today’s episode, host Lisa sits down with the brilliant Michelle Routhenstein - registered dietitian, heart health expert, and passionate advocate for prevention over treatment. Michelle dives deep into the actionable strategies for taking control of your cardiovascular well-being, from understanding your numbers to fine-tuning nutrition for optimal heart health.

Discover the secrets behind managing blood pressure, inflammation, cholesterol, and blood sugar—all with practical, science-backed advice. Michelle’s personalized, sustainable approach shines a light on the path to vibrant heart health, debunking common nutrition myths and empowering listeners to create lasting change. Whether you’re interested in prevention, managing family risk, or just curious about what real heart-healthy eating looks like, this episode delivers the insights you need.

Pour your favorite beverage, grab a notebook, and get ready to transform your heart health journey with real-world tips, fascinating science, and down-to-earth conversation!

Episode Timestamp Overview:

• [00:00] - Introduction & What Listeners Can Expect
• [00:43] - Michelle’s Background & Journey into Heart Health Nutrition
• [05:56] - The Four Pillars of Cardiovascular Health
• [15:02] - Practical Steps: Monitoring & Lowering Blood Pressure
• [27:48] - The Role of Saturated Fat, Red Meat, & Personalized Approaches
• [34:08] - Carbs, Fiber, & Gut Health for Heart Optimization
• [38:03] - Michelle’s Six-Week Heart Optimization Program “Optimize”
• [41:31] - Making Changes Sustainable: Tips for Busy Lives
• [41:57] - Final Takeaways & Where to Find Michelle

Connect with Michelle Routhenstein:

• Instagram: @heart.health.nutritionist https://www.instagram.com/heart.health.nutritionist/
• Website: https://entirelynourished.com/

Episode Availability: Catch this inspiring conversation with Michelle on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or YouTube.