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Beyond the Plate: How to Build a Wellness-Focused Kitchen and Diet
Welcome to The Hygge Nurse Podcast! In today’s episode, Rachel Zimmer dives into the powerful impact of a veggie-forward diet and the transformative effects of mindful eating. Drawing from her Fresh Food RX program, she shares research-backed insights on how increasing access to fresh, nutrient-rich foods has positively impacted participants’ physical and mental health, reducing symptoms like fatigue and improving overall mood.
Episode Highlights:
- The Fresh Food RX Program: How weekly produce boxes and community sessions improved food security and encouraged a shift toward plant-rich diets.
- Why Vegetables?: Dr. Zimmer discusses the science behind leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables, and root vegetables, highlighting essential nutrients like magnesium, potassium, and fiber that play a crucial role in our overall health.
- Mind-Body Connection: Discover the link between diet and mental health, and why incorporating more fruits and vegetables can reduce stress, fatigue, and even symptoms of anxiety.
- Practical Tips for a Plant-Rich Diet: From starting small with a veggie addition to every meal to batching roasted veggies for easy meal prep, Dr. Zimmer provides simple ways to make eating more vegetables easy and enjoyable.
- Mindful Eating Practices: Learn how slowing down to savor each bite can improve digestion, nutrient absorption, and stress levels. Plus, Dr. Zimmer shares tips for creating a mindful eating environment that feels both nourishing and grounding.
- Creating a Wellness-Driven Kitchen: Tips on setting up your kitchen to support healthy habits—from visible produce displays to a dedicated prep area, these changes make cooking and healthy eating easier and more inviting.
Tune in for a wealth of insights and practical tips to help you integrate more plants into your diet, transform your kitchen, and embrace a more mindful approach to mealtime. As Dr. Zimmer says, “You either pay for your health now or you pay for it later—but if you’re going to pay for it now, enjoy it!”
Connect with Dr. Rachel Zimmer
For more tips on wellness and hygge living, sign up for her email list at www.hyggeabode.com and follow along on social IG@hyggeabodelife. Let’s keep nourishing our bodies and creating spaces that support a joyful, balanced life!
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Welcome to The Hygge Nurse Podcast! In today’s episode, Rachel Zimmer dives into the powerful impact of a veggie-forward diet and the transformative effects of mindful eating. Drawing from her Fresh Food RX program, she shares research-backed insights on how increasing access to fresh, nutrient-rich foods has positively impacted participants’ physical and mental health, reducing symptoms like fatigue and improving overall mood.
Episode Highlights:
- The Fresh Food RX Program: How weekly produce boxes and community sessions improved food security and encouraged a shift toward plant-rich diets.
- Why Vegetables?: Dr. Zimmer discusses the science behind leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables, and root vegetables, highlighting essential nutrients like magnesium, potassium, and fiber that play a crucial role in our overall health.
- Mind-Body Connection: Discover the link between diet and mental health, and why incorporating more fruits and vegetables can reduce stress, fatigue, and even symptoms of anxiety.
- Practical Tips for a Plant-Rich Diet: From starting small with a veggie addition to every meal to batching roasted veggies for easy meal prep, Dr. Zimmer provides simple ways to make eating more vegetables easy and enjoyable.
- Mindful Eating Practices: Learn how slowing down to savor each bite can improve digestion, nutrient absorption, and stress levels. Plus, Dr. Zimmer shares tips for creating a mindful eating environment that feels both nourishing and grounding.
- Creating a Wellness-Driven Kitchen: Tips on setting up your kitchen to support healthy habits—from visible produce displays to a dedicated prep area, these changes make cooking and healthy eating easier and more inviting.
Tune in for a wealth of insights and practical tips to help you integrate more plants into your diet, transform your kitchen, and embrace a more mindful approach to mealtime. As Dr. Zimmer says, “You either pay for your health now or you pay for it later—but if you’re going to pay for it now, enjoy it!”
Connect with Dr. Rachel Zimmer
For more tips on wellness and hygge living, sign up for her email list at www.hyggeabode.com and follow along on social IG@hyggeabodelife. Let’s keep nourishing our bodies and creating spaces that support a joyful, balanced life!