On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Tony Michaels, President and CEO of The Parade Company. Together, they pull back the curtain on what goes on behind the scenes of America's Thanksgiving Parade as they prepare to stroll down Woodward Avenue once again. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: The post Behind the Scenes of America’s Thanksgiving Parade appeared first...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they debunk myths surrounding eating during the holidays. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: How the holidays may cause us to rethink our eating habits Holiday food myths How to approach eating if you struggle with food or worry about weight...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they debunk myths surrounding vegan and vegetarian diets. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What the similarities and differences between veganism and vegetarianism Myths surrounding both diets What someone should consider when deciding to go...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by LaTrisha Lake. Together, they discuss Lake's experience of living with ADHD and how she wasn't diagnosed until adulthood. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What led Lake to get a diagnosis and what the process was like How she felt after receiving her diagnosis Lake's advice for others that think they might have ADHD but have...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss low impact workouts and why they're worth adding to your workout routine. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: The difference between low and high impact workouts Reasons for focusing on low impact workouts If low impact workouts are...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore intuitive eating and how to approach it. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What is intuitive eating How to eat intuitively The benefits and drawbacks of this approach to eating Who intuitive eating is best suited for The post...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Marissa Jarrett, onsite well-being coordinator for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the importance of getting outside of our comfort zone. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: The benefits of exploring new opportunities that might make us uncomfortable. Ways we can overcome our fears of trying things...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore the latest health drink trends on social media and uncover whether or not they're actually healthy for you. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What's the appeal of juice cleanses and health drinks that draws us to them.

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss how to maintain and improve flexibility at any age. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: Why flexibility is important to our overall health At what age flexibility should be a larger focus of our day-to-day Exercises and activities we...

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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how to eat healthy while traveling. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: Shanthi's approach to food options while on the road Meal ideas that are quick and easy to make in a hotel or rest stop Shanthi's go-to healthy snacks when...

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