Essence of Health Tea Time

By Shayla Toombs-Withers, DO

Join Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers and friends as she spills the tea on all things health, wellness, and plant based nutrition! The Essence of Health is in YOU!

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December 20, 2022The Tea On Fueling Your Body To Health with Guest Zsa-Zsa Porter - Part 2
Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Plants can be used to fuel your body to achieve incredible goals!
In part #2 of this TWO PART episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be chatting with Zsa-Zsa Porter, Plant Based Triathlete, Restaurateur, Military Wife, Mom and Author, and they will be spilling the tea on fueling your body to health with plants.
Zsa-Zsa is on a mission to encourage women and young girls to dream big and reach for the stars.
Zsa-Zsa’s story reminds us that Anything is Possible. Sharing her failures and lessons learned she wants to guide others with her story. It’s this burning desire to positively impact her community which led her to open Exposed Vegan. As a restaurateur, Zsa-Zsa created a West Charlotte hotspot, serving fresh and nourishing plant-based cuisine.
Let her show you her proven method of a well-planned vegan diet that can fuel the highest performance fitness levels, while reducing risks of injury and chronic diseases. She is the author of “Running For My Life.” In this book, Zsa-Zsa shares several easy-to-follow recipes, nutritional tips, and a customizable food journal to help you kickstart your new healthy lifestyle.
Part 2 Synopsis:
Zsa-Zsa discusses how she fueled her body to the finish line of two full distance Ironman triathlon races within just a 6 day timeframe.
Zsa-Zsa gives us the tea on how her restaurant has served as a beacon of health to her community.
Dr. Toombs-Withers and Zsa-Zsa discuss the importance of using food to heal your body as well as some key components to endurance training recovery.
Ways to Connect with Zsa-Zsa Porter:
–Exposed Vegan: https://www.exposedvegan.com/
–”Running For My Life”: https://a.co/d/8fg8ioT
–Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expvegan
–Instagram: @expvegan; @zsazsaporter
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Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness.
Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.
Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book
Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth
Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.
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33min
December 13, 2022The Tea On Fueling Your Body To Health with Guest Zsa-Zsa Porter - Part 1
Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Plants can be used to fuel your body to achieve incredible goals!
In part #1 of this TWO PART episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be chatting with Zsa-Zsa Porter, Plant Based Triathlete, Restaurateur, Military Wife, Mom and Author, and they will be spilling the tea on fueling your body to health with plants.
Zsa-Zsa is on a mission to encourage women and young girls to dream big and reach for the stars.
Zsa-Zsa’s story reminds us that Anything is Possible. Sharing her failures and lessons learned she wants to guide others with her story. It’s this burning desire to positively impact her community which led her to open Exposed Vegan. As a restaurateur, Zsa-Zsa created a West Charlotte hotspot, serving fresh and nourishing plant-based cuisine.
Let her show you her proven method of a well-planned vegan diet that can fuel the highest performance fitness levels, while reducing risks of injury and chronic diseases. She is the author of “Running For My Life.” In this book, Zsa-Zsa shares several easy-to-follow recipes, nutritional tips, and a customizable food journal to help you kickstart your new healthy lifestyle.
Part 1 Synopsis:
Zsa-Zsa discusses how she and her family have overcome health conditions by adopting a plant based diet.
Zsa-Zsa gives us the tea on the foods she eats to fuel her body through several full distance triathlon races completing a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, and 26.2 mile run all in the same day, fueled by plants.
Dr. Toombs-Withers and Zsa-Zsa discuss the importance of finding your why in accomplishing a goal and Zsa-Zsa gives us a heartfelt, inspiring message as she shares the why behind her most recent race, Ironman Cozumel.
Ways to Connect with Zsa-Zsa Porter:
–Exposed Vegan: https://www.exposedvegan.com/
–”Running For My Life”: https://a.co/d/8fg8ioT
–Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expvegan
–Instagram: @expvegan; @zsazsaporter
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Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness.
Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.
Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book
Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth
Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.
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19min
December 06, 2022The Tea About Food Addiction
Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Does the thought of chocolate, cookies, or potato chips make you salivate?
In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea on the phenomenon of Food Addiction and how certain ingredients found commonly in processed food contribute to our most common chronic diseases.
Synopsis:
Discover the connection between Food Addiction and Substance Use Disorder.
Learn the 3 ingredients you should aim to limit in your diet.
Discuss the connection between the cost of food and the cost of chronic disease.
Learn healthful ways to overcome Food Addiction.
Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness.
Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.
Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book
Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth
Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.
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31min
November 29, 2022The Tea About The Complexities of Obesity
Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Has maintaining a healthy weight been a lifelong challenge for you?
In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea on the science of Obesity and how this condition is far more complex than the credit it is given.
Synopsis:
We’ll review the formal definition of Obesity and populations of individuals most affected by Obesity.
Discover how genetics play a role in Obesity.
Discuss the connection between psychological conditions and Obesity.
Find out how where you live may be affecting your waistline and may be affecting your ability to reduce your risk for Obesity.
Discuss the benefits of weight loss and what percentages of weight loss provide certain benefits.
Get the “hydrating tea” on the importance of water in your diet and its role in weight loss in our Ask The Expert segment.
Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness.
Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.
Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book
Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth
Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.
The Essence of Health is in You!
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27min
November 22, 2022The Tea on Boosting Your Mental Health with Guest Dr. Elizabeth Ssemanda - Part 2
Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Ever wondered how your mental health may be impacting your physical health?
In part #2 of this TWO PART episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be chatting with Dr. Elizabeth Ssemanda, Holistic Psychiatrist, and they will be spilling the tea on boosting your mental health as a part of your overall health and wellness plan.
Part 2 Synopsis:
Discover the Mind-Gut Connection and how your gut affects your brain.
Mental Health issues can have physical symptoms. What are they?
How does your diet affect your mental health?
Learn some new strategies to develop a more positive mindset and find joy this holiday season.
Take notes as Dr. Ssemanda shares some quick tips for overcoming a panic attack.
Ways to Connect with Dr. Elizabeth Ssemanda:
–New U Psychiatry Pllc: www.newupsychiatry.com
–Instagram: newupsychiatry
–Facebook: www.facebook.com/newupsychiatry
–YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8pCtbyvrZI7IAXPEBP_ciQ
–Soulinyou llc: https://soulinyou.com
–Instagram: @inspiresoulinyou | Facebook: www.facebook.com/inspiresoulinyou
–YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzzA2XnfAS_p7ASow6K0q5g?app=desktop
–Stepping into Soul Power Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stepping-into-soul-power
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Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness.
Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.
Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book
Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth
Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.
The Essence of Health is in You!
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30min
November 15, 2022The Tea on Boosting Your Mental Health with Guest Dr. Elizabeth Ssemanda - Part 1
Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Ever wondered how your mental health may be impacting your physical health?
In part #1 of this TWO PART episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be chatting with Dr. Elizabeth Ssemanda, Holistic Psychiatrist, and they will be spilling the tea on boosting your mental health as a part of your overall health and wellness plan.
Part 1 Synopsis:
Dr. Ssemanda breaks down for us the difference between a Psychiatrist, a Psychologist and a Therapist.
Discover when you should see a Psychiatrist versus when a Therapist or Psychologist is more appropriate.
How does your mental health affect your physical health?
Ways to Connect with Dr. Elizabeth Ssemanda:
–New U Psychiatry Pllc: www.newupsychiatry.com
–Instagram: newupsychiatry
–Facebook: www.facebook.com/newupsychiatry
–YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8pCtbyvrZI7IAXPEBP_ciQ
–Soulinyou llc: https://soulinyou.com
–Instagram: @inspiresoulinyou | Facebook: www.facebook.com/inspiresoulinyou
–YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzzA2XnfAS_p7ASow6K0q5g?app=desktop
–Stepping into Soul Power Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stepping-into-soul-power
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Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness.
Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.
Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book
Follow Essence of Health on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth
Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.
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17min
November 08, 2022 The Tea About "Where Do You Get Your Protein"
Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
The Tea Time Podcast went on the road recently to the Tampa Bay VegFest.
Dr. Toombs-Withers was a guest speaker with the topic “Food as Medicine - Where do you get your protein?”
This question is so common amongst those who are considering starting a plant based diet as well as amongst those who recently started a plant based diet. We are obsessed with protein when reality is, we’re getting plenty.
In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea live at the Tampa Bay VegFest on how a plant based diet can provide a sufficient amount of protein.
Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness.
Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.
Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book
Follow me on social media https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth
Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.
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39min
November 01, 2022The Tea on Yoga, Pilates and Wellness with Guest Ivory Howard
Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Have you been wondering about how to incorporate something new and different into your exercise routine?
In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers and Special Guest, Ivory Howard, MPH will be spilling the tea on Yoga, Pilates and Wellness.
Synopsis:
Learn the health benefits of Yoga and Pilates.
Discover how Yoga and Pilates can improve health disparities in communities of color.
Discover how to get started with a Yoga or Pilates routine if you've never tried it before.
Get the “relaxing tea” on how one can perform a strength training workout from a chair.
You can find Ivory Howard, MPH and join her in Yoga and Pilates here:
Website: http://www.ivoryhoward.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/flatbellypilates
Facebook: http://facebook.com/flatbellypilates
YouTube: http://youtube.com/channel/UCHzMf9y94sLqxMIwfhAhzXg
TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@flatbellypilates Twitter: http://twitter.com/flatbelly
Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness.
Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.
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Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book
Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth
Interested in enrolling into the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.
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24min
October 25, 2022The Tea About Breast Cancer
Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea on important information to know about Breast Cancer.
Synopsis:
Learn some important facts about Breast Cancer
Discover the disparities for women of color as it relates to Breast Cancer
What is Triple Negative Breast Cancer and why is it important?
Examine one’s risk for the development of breast cancer
Get some “crackling hot tea” on the link between processed meats and cancer in our Ask The Expert Segment
American Cancer Society - Breast Cancer: https://essenceofhealth.link/ACS-BreastCancer
Breast Cancer Support Groups: https://essenceofhealth.link/BreastCancerSupport
How to perform a Self Breast Exam: https://essenceofhealth.link/Self-Breast-Exam
Mammogram Resources: https://essenceofhealth.link/ABCF-Mammogram-Assistance
https://essenceofhealth.link/CDC-Mammogram-Assistance
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) Breast Cancer Fact Sheet:
https://essenceofhealth.link/PCRM-BreastCancer
Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness.
Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.
Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book
Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth
Interested in enrolling into the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.
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21min
October 18, 2022The Tea About What's On Your Plate
Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Confused about the components of a plant based diet when it comes to actually creating a meal?
In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea on the essential food groups to ensure adequate nutrition on a plant based diet.
Synopsis:
We’ll discuss the history of our USDA food guidelines.
Compare the My Plate food guidelines to The Power Plate guidelines
The healthful components of a whole food plant based plate and ways to meet your nutritional goals
Get the “bargain basement tea” on low cost foods to get adequate nutrition in our Ask The Expert segment
The Power Plate: https://www.eohcoaching.com/resources
My Plate: https://www.myplate.gov
Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness.
Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.
Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!
Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book
Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth
Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.
The Essence of Health is in You!
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18min

FAQs about Essence of Health Tea Time:

How many episodes does Essence of Health Tea Time have?

The podcast currently has 83 episodes available.