Crave Nutrition, RD

Beth Basham, MS, RD, LD has been a dietitian for 14 years with her most recent applied experience in functional medicine, mindful and intuitive eating, and women’s health. She currently runs a virtual health coaching business and is an online course creator passionate for helping women break free from the diet industry, reconnect with their bodies and learn how to discover what she calls their “inner nutritionist”. Beth also has background and training as a yoga instructor and breastfeeding counselor.

In this episode, Beth and I discuss:

the differences between mindful and intuitive eating

an example of the internal dialogue that can run through your head when making food choices (*ahem* cheesecake)

regimented, prescriptive fad diets that promise "instant health"

why it's not just what but how you eat that affects processes of digestion

three tools you can learn to use to practice mindful eating during your mealtimes (hint hint -- these are things you can do TODAY!)

why food is more than just nutrients AND how nourishing yourself is about more than just food

Have comments, questions, or feedback you want to share? Reach out on Instagram or Facebook @cravenutritionrd, or send an email to Lindsey at [email protected]!

Connect with Beth here!

Website: www.HealthyByDesignRD.com (https://www.healthybydesignrd.com)

Instagram: @healthybydesignrd (https://www.instagram.com/healthybydesignrd/)

Facebook: @healthybydesignrd (https://www.facebook.com/healthybydesignrd/)

This episode talks about:

how do we define "snack" 

some stats on snack consumption

subtle differences between "snacks," "snacking," and "snack foods, and how these difference influence our food choices

how many eating events should we have each day

pairing foods together to make more satisfying snacks

the concept of snacking as an activity to fill a moment of uncertainty

Do you find yourself reaching for snacks when you know you're not even hungry? Download this tips sheep (https://mailchi.mp/652eb0e67244/nourishing-activities Edit URL) with dozens of NOURISHING ACTIVITIES outlined for you to try. There are 7 different categories of activities to choose from so you're sure to find an activity for you.

Have comments, questions, or feedback you want to share? Reach out on Instagram or Facebook @cravenutritionrd, or send an email to Lindsey at [email protected]!

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Kristi Coughlin, MS, RDN, is a former private practice dietitian based in Central Oregon. Through her ten year career as a dietitian, she has worked a variety of jobs, including clinical, school nutrition, and teaching nutrition at two community colleges.

While she believed any of these positions would turn out to be her dream career, that was not the case. Though working in these positions severed as a great opportunity to gain experience in the industry, Kristi realized they did not fill her soul or bring out her passion for life.

Instead, Kristi recently took a massive leap of faith and closed her practice to pursue her dreams. You know the type of dream where you think, “I’d be crazy to do that.” Yea, that type of dream! To make it happen, Kristi has embraced her burning desire to inspire others. She now makes and sells products online in her shop @effectpositivity - which means to bring about happy.

The best part about Kristi’s new product business, it was born as a result of her experiences working as a dietitian. Former clients inspired the sayings on her products! Her most popular sayings include, You Are Enough, Choose Happy, and Keep Going.

In her spare time, Kristi can be found by the lake with her husband and kids, camping in the great outdoors, watching her daughters play volleyball, or drinking coffee and eating tacos (with black beans & sweet potatoes!) with her friends.

In this episode, Kristi and I discuss:

food is food. period. and food is NOT meant to be overcomplicated or unenjoyable

how trying to achieve a "perfect" eating pattern can set you up for failure (Kristi share with us a great story about her up against a pan of brownies. *hint* the brownies won this round)

the overwhelm of food choices and how confusing messaging about pursuing what is quote unquote "healthiest" or "best" can leave us making choices that go against common sense (*ahem* choosing soda > milk)

why Kristi thinks everything #needsmoreblackbeans

Have comments, questions, or feedback you want to share? Reach out on Instagram or Facebook @cravenutritionrd, or send an email to Lindsey at [email protected]!

Connect with Kristi here!

Shop Etsy: Effect Positivity (https://www.etsy.com/shop/effectpositivity)

Shopify: Effect Positivity (https://effectpositivity.myshopify.com)

Instagram: @effectpositivity (https://www.instagram.com/effectpositivity/)

Facebook: @effectpositivity (https://www.facebook.com/pg/effectpositivity)

Not only is Jessica Isaacs, RD an Air Force veteran, former bodybuilding competitor, and sports dietitian at Mamba Sports Academy, she is also well known as a #dancingdietitian on Instagram and the creator behind the hilarious and informative "How-To Dude" videos helping viewers learn culinary techniques--like how to select and cut a mango (https://www.instagram.com/tv/B8IlJumF1Ag/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link) .

You don't want to miss this inspirational episode! Jessica shares with us:

her personal nutrition story and how that has led her down her somewhat unconventional path of becoming a registered dietitian

why the definition of "athlete" applies to more people than you might think

how to build a performance plate that can help you fuel for competition, recreation, and life

why carbs are the vilified but misunderstood energy macronutrient

her popular motto "diets suck, eating better shouldn't have to"

and Jessica sprinkles tidbits of wisdom and inspiration throughout

Seriously. Tune in for a very encouraging and informative 50 minutes!

Have comments, questions, or feedback you want to share? Reach out on Instagram or Facebook @cravenutritionrd, or send an email to Lindsey at [email protected]!

Connect with Jessica here!

Instagram: @mambasportsdietitian (https://www.instagram.com/mambasportsdietitian/)

Download Jessica's Performance Plate handout (https://form.jotform.com/200506397731151)

When you hear “meal prep” what do you think of? 

Spending hours in the kitchen?

Boring, bland meals that you eat for days on end?

Lots of schedules and rules to follow?

Casey Seiden, MS, RD, CDE, CDN is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and author of ‘Meal Prep for Two: 8 Weekly Plans and 75 Recipes to Get Healthier Together (https://amzn.to/39ID5l3) ’ (affiliate link).

In this episode, Casey addresses these these assumptions of meal prep, and offers her fresh perspective on how to make meal prep work for YOU. 

Listen in to learn more about:

Finding your own personal “meal prep limit” 

The differences between recipe prep vs. batch cooking 

Using meal prep as a way to strategically solve a problem

BONUS - Casey gives us the scoop on her current favorite food that you may have never even heard of, and shares ideas for how to enjoy it as either a sweet or savory menu item

Have comments, questions, or feedback you want to share? Reach out on Instagram or Facebook @cravenutritionrd, or send an email to Lindsey at [email protected]!

Connect with Casey here!

Website: https://www.caseyseidennutrition.com

Instagram: @eat.well.together  (https://www.instagram.com/eat.well.together/)

Megan Carber, founder and owner of the private practice "Nourished + Strong" in Huntersville, North Carolina shares with us why strength is just as much mental as it is physical; discusses the value of self-reflection and asking "Why is this important to me?";  and why it's one thing to recognize internal cues about hunger and hydration, but it can be another thing to interpret and translate those cues into actions. 

Have comments, questions, or feedback you want to share? Reach out on Instagram or Facebook @cravenutritionrd, or send an email to Lindsey at [email protected]!

Connect with Megan here!

Nourished + Strong website: https://nourished-strong.com

Instagram: @megcarberrdn (https://www.instagram.com/megcarberrdn/)

Training isn't just for competition. Kayla Hansmann discusses with us what it means to train for 'lifestyle performance,' educates us on #fillingnotfancy, and encourages us to "just keep moving."

New Year's resolutions to "lose weight" or "save money" are vague and useless. Here's why you already have the skills you need to lose weight and three action steps you can take to help you actually achieve your health goals.