Jess Cording, R.D., CDN: “There is tremendous power in fixing the little things we can do something about.” 

Jess, a registered dietitian, health coach, and author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the self-care struggle, plus:

- Jess’s experience caring for a loved one with terminal illness (~00:25)

- Challenges caring for a loved one as a licensed professional (~05:01)

- Why we should talk more about drug-nutrient interactions (~08:40)

- How stress can manifest physically in the body (~12:59)

- How Jess managed her long-term stress (~15:01)

- How to deal with physical vs. emotional food cravings (~17:56)

- Why you should only fix what you can (~23:18)

- What everyone should know about end-of-life care (~25:04)

- What we can learn about health from famous musicians (~30:52)

- Advice for someone facing an insurmountable illness right now (~36:54)

Referenced in the episode:

- Jess's book, The Farewell Tour: A Caregiver's Guide to Stress Management, Sane Nutrition, and Better Sleep.

- mbg Podcast episode #167, with Jess.

- Listen to The Farewell Tour Playlist on Spotify.

- The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free, by Melissa Urban.

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