Food Issues

Food Issues

By Julie RevelantSociety & CultureHealth & FitnessNutritionKids & Family
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Food Issues episodes

  • S8:E8: How To Cope With Food Allergies During The Holidays w/ Kelly Woyan
    Food allergies affect 5.6 million children in the U.S. and if you’re a parent, you know how challenging it can be to keep kids with them safe at school, birthday parties, and restaurants. Around the holidays, however, there are so many new foods, tons of cookies, and homemade family favorites that often have secret ingredients, and plenty of places where food will be so avoiding an allergic reaction can be tough.
    In this episode, I sat down with Kelly Woyan Rudnicki, a writer, producer, and television personality who has nearly twenty years of experience in the business. She is also the author of several cookbooks, including The Food Allergy Mama’s Baking Book, Vegan Baking Classics, and The Food Allergy Mama’s Easy, Fast Family Meals, and her newest title, The Food Allergy Baking Book.
    Kelly shares her amazing journey caring for a child with severe food allergies and serves up her best tips to prepare for the holidays whether you’re hosting, going to someone else’s home, or going out to eat. Kelly also talks about how to help your kids advocate for themselves, and she shares simple ingredient swaps and her favorite allergy-safe baking recipes.
    Welcome
    2:29 Let’s talk about your story!
    7:58 How did you become a cookbook author?
    9:56 Let’s paint the picture of what it’s really like to have a child with food allergies.
    16:43 How can parents prepare ahead of time if they’ll be going to someone else’s house, or a holiday party or event?
    20:45 If you’re hosting, how can you ensure that the food other people bring is safe and prevent your kid from having an allergic reaction?
    24:35  How can we prepare our kids to advocate for themselves?
    28:20 What are the best ways to modify recipes to ensure they’re safe?
    31:10 What are your favorite recipes from your book?


    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
    Kelly mentions that 32 million adults and 5 million kids in the U.S. have food allergies.
    Kelly talks about oral immunotherapy (OIT).

    Purchase a copy of Kelly’s book, “The Food Allergy Baking Book."
    Learn more about Kelly on her website.
    Follow Kelly on Instagram or on Facebook.

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  • S8:E7: Are Artificial Sweeteners Safe For Kids? w/ Kimberly Gomer, MS, RD, LDN
    Artificial sweeteners have been around for more than a century, but today, it seems that they’re showing up almost everywhere: in snacks, sports drinks, and tons of processed foods. And just like sugar, kids are getting too much. In fact, more than one in 4 kids consumes artificial sweeteners on any given day. Although they may seem like a step up from sugar, you might be wondering, are artificial sweeteners safe for kids?
    In this episode, I sat down with Kimberly Gomer, a registered dietitian nutritionist with a master’s in nutrition who specializes in medical nutritional therapy. She has over 25 years of experience coaching clients for health and wellness and is currently the Director of Nutrition at Body Beautiful Miami. Gomer is also a well-known media expert who has been featured in leading media outlets including CNN Health, Fox News Health, and Prevention.
    Kimberly talks about how to spot artificial sweeteners on labels, the surprising foods they show up in, and what research is revealing about their safety. She also talks about ways to limit artificial sweeteners and sugar in your kid’s diet and dishes up healthy and creative snack ideas for kids.
    Welcome
    2:34 Let’s talk about your story!
    7:47 What’s the sugar problem with kids in the U.S.?
    15:27 What are artificial sweeteners and how can we spot them on food labels?
    17:53 What are some surprising ways they hide?
    20:19 Are companies using artificial sweeteners more?
    21:09 What are myths about artificial sweeteners?
    25:08 Are there certain kids that should avoid them?
    29:08 What are your best tips for limiting sugar and artificial sweeteners?
    36:02 What are your favorite snack and treat ideas that use real food ingredients?
    37:39 What should we be mindful of when it comes to artificial sweeteners around the holidays?

    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
    Kimberly talks about the Pritikin Longevity Center.
    Kimberly mentions that 16.2% of children ages 10-17 have obesity.
    Julie mentions non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
    Kimberly talks about Primal Kitchen ketchup.
    Kimberly mentions phenylketonuria (PKU).
    Learn more about Kimberly on BodyBeautifulMiami.com.
    Follow Body Beautiful Miami on Instagram.

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    Kids Cook Real Food eCourse
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    Thrive Market
    Thrive Market is an online membership-based market that has the highest quality, organic, non-GMO, healthy, and sustainable products. From groceries, clean beauty, safe supplements, and non-toxic home products to ethical meat, sustainable seafood, clean wine, and more, Thrive Market is where members save an average of $32 on every order! Through Thrive Gives, every paid membership sponsors a free one for a low-income family. Join Thrive Market today and get 25% off your first order and a free gift.
    41 min
  • S8:E6: How to Cook Faster w/ Sarah Walker Caron
    Between homework, after-school activities, and the holidays right around the corner, it’s a busy time of year.  So when it comes to getting dinner on the table, it’s hard to find the time to cook. Maybe you find yourself calling out for food or going through the drive-through more often than you care to admit. The good news? Getting a healthy dinner on the table doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated.
    In this episode, I sat down with  Sarah Walker Caron, a writer, recipe developer, and founder of the blog Sarah’s Cucina Bella, where she shares quick and easy recipes and advice for home cooks. Sarah is also the author of 8 books including her latest title, "Disney Princess Tea Parties Cookbook."
    Sarah teaches us how to cook faster with her best kitchen hacks and food prep tips. She also explains how to multitask in the kitchen and transform leftovers in delicious ways, and she shares her favorite quick and easy meal ideas.
    Welcome
    2:12 Let’s talk about your story!
    6:55 What do you see as the biggest challenges parents have today when it comes to feeding their kids and cooking dinner?
    10:45 What are myths about getting healthy meals on the table?
    11:34 What are your best food prep tips to help us save time in the kitchen?
    13:44 What are pro tips for setting up our kitchens?
    14:47 If we’re trying a new recipe, should we wait until we have more time?
    16:55 What types of foods can we purchase to save time?
    20:44 What are ways we can multitask?
    21:40 How can we use downtime when we’re waiting for water to boil or food to cook in the oven, for example?
    22:13 How can we use leftovers in a way that everyone will enjoy?
    24:37 What are your favorite products that make cooking faster?
    26:20 Does cooking with your kids help you save time?
    26:55 What are your favorite easy and quick meal ideas?
    29:09 How can we speed up the clean-up time?
    30:25 Do you have other insider hacks for how to cook faster?

    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
    Sarah mentions Melissa Clark, a food writer and cookbook author.
    Sarah talks about General Mills’ Tablespoon.com
    Sarah mentions her books, including "The Super Easy 5-Ingredient Cookbook" and “Easy Frugal Cookbook.”
    Learn more about Sarah on her website.
    Follow Sarah on Instagram.

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    Kids Cook Real Food eCourse
    The Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, created by a mom of 4 and a former elementary school teacher, is designed to build connection, confidence, and creativity in the kitchen. The course includes 30 basic cooking skills, 45 videos including several bonuses, printable supply and grocery shopping lists, and kid-friendly recipes. The course is designed for all kids ages 2 to teen and has three different skill levels. More than 18,000 families have taken the course and The Wall Street Journal named it the #1 cooking class for kids. Sign up now for the Kids Cook Real Food ecourse and get a free lesson for being a “Food Issues” listener.

    Thrive Market
    Thrive Market is an online membership-based market that has the highest quality, organic, non-GMO, healthy, and sustainable products. From groceries, clean beauty, safe supplements, and non-toxic home products to ethical meat, sustainable seafood, clean wine, and more, Thrive Market is where members save an average of $32 on every order! Through Thrive Gives, every paid membership sponsors a free one for a low-income family. Join Thrive Market today and get 25% off your first order and a free gift.
    33 min
  • S8:E5: What is Adapted Baby-Led Weaning? w/ Gill Rapley, PhD. & Jill Rabin, MS, CCC-SLP/L
    Baby-led weaning has become super-trendy in recent years with a ton of websites, new books, and influencers all talking about it. And on Google, the term gets more than half a million searches every month. Despite its buzzworthy-ness, however, it’s not a new idea by any means, dating back more than 20 years. What is new, however, is the concept of adapted baby-led weaning for babies who have developmental delays and feeding challenges.
    In this episode, I sat down with Gill Rapley, PhD. who is considered the pioneer of baby-led weaning, and Jill Rabin, MS, CCC-SLP/L, a pediatric speech pathologist and an international board certified lactation consultant who developed the adapted baby-led weaning approach. Together, they authored the new book, “Your Baby Can Self-Feed, Too.”
    Gill and Jill talk about how to recognize feeding challenges and where to get help. They also describe what adapted baby-led weaning is, how it works, and why it’s so beneficial for kids with developmental delays and feeding challenges and their families. We also talk about tools that can help make feeding easier and how to get family members and caregivers on board with adapted baby-led weaning.
    Welcome
    2:28 Let’s talk about your stories!
    6:06 What is baby-led weaning?

    9:26 How has it evolved through the years?
    12:53 What are the feeding challenges that babies can have?
    14:20 How common are feeding challenges?
    16:24 What are the signs your child may have feeding difficulties?
    17:08 What happens if they aren’t identified?
    20:41 What is adapted baby-led weaning?
    23:10 What does research show?
    24:57 What are the core elements of it?

    26:34 What are bridge devices?
    27:48 Does adapted baby-led weaning require that caregivers get on board with it?
    28:26 How do people get help with adapted baby-led weaning?
    28:58 For parents who have started solids, how do they transition from purees to baby-led weaning?
    31:52 How can grandparents and daycare providers get on board?

    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
    Gill mentions the World Health Organization’s feeding recommendations.
    Jill mentions Gill Rapley and Tracey Murkett’s book, “Baby-Led Weaning: The Essential Guide."
    Jill mentions the Instagram handle @ableappetites.
    Jill mentions her courses, “A Sensory Motor Approach to Modified Baby Led Weaning” and “Adapted Baby-Led Weaning for Babies with Feeding Challenges.”
    Purchase a copy of Jill and Gill’s book, “Your Baby Can Self-Feed, Too.”
    Learn more about Gill Rapley on her website and follow her on Twitter.
    Learn more about Jill Rabin on her website and follow her on Instagram.

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    35 min
  • S8:E4: How to Eat Chia Seeds w/ Malina Malkani
    Whether you have babies, toddlers, or big kids, chia seeds are a superfood for the whole family. And if you’re wondering how to eat chia seeds, the good news is that there are a ton of quick and easy ways to serve them up.
    In this episode, I sat down with Malina Malkani, a registered dietitian nutritionist, speaker, and best-selling author of "Simple and Safe Baby-Led Weaning: How to Integrate Foods, Manage Portion Sizes and Identify Allergies." Malina is also a media expert, Forbes Health Advisory Board Member, and former national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
    Malina and I talk about the health benefits of chia seeds and what you should keep in mind before serving them to your kids. She also explains how to eat chia seeds, and lets us in on her favorite ways to use them in meals and snacks.
    Welcome
    1:45 Let’s talk about your story!
    4:53 What are chia seeds?
    5:37 Why do you think people are becoming more interested in chia seeds?
    7:03 What are the nutritional benefits of chia seeds?
    9:39 Why are chia seeds a great food for kids?
    10:11 Are chia seeds a good option for kids who have chronic constipation?
    11:05 For families who are avoiding dairy, are chia seeds a good option for calcium?
    12:11 Do you have to grind chia seeds to get the full nutritional benefit?
    15:41 Do you have to soak chia seeds or can you eat them as is?
    17:48 Can chia seeds go bad and do they have to be stored a certain way?
    18:35 What is the recommended serving size for babies, toddlers, and kids?
    20:08 What are your favorite ideas for serving chia seeds to kids?

    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
    Julie mentions the video of Malina singing the national anthem at FNCE.
    Malina mentions her blog post, “Serving Chia Seeds To Babies and Kids.”
    Malina talks about BabyLedFeedingCourse.com and StartBabyLedFeeding.com 
    Learn more about Malina on her website.
    Follow Malina on Instagram and TikTok.

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    Kids Cook Real Food eCourse
    The Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, created by a mom of 4 and a former elementary school teacher, is designed to build connection, confidence, and creativity in the kitchen. The course includes 30 basic cooking skills, 45 videos including several bonuses, printable supply and grocery shopping lists, and kid-friendly recipes. The course is designed for all kids ages 2 to teen and has three different skill levels. More than 18,000 families have taken the course and The Wall Street Journal named it the #1 cooking class for kids. Sign up now for the Kids Cook Real Food ecourse and get a free lesson for being a “Food Issues” listener.

    Thrive Market
    Thrive Market is an online membership-based market that has the highest quality, organic, non-GMO, healthy, and sustainable products. From groceries, clean beauty, safe supplements, and non-toxic home products to ethical meat, sustainable seafood, clean wine, and more, Thrive Market is where members save an average of $32 on every order! Through Thrive Gives, every paid membership sponsors a free one for a low-income family. Join Thrive Market today and get 25% off your first order and a free gift.
    26 min
  • S8:E3: Fast Food Marketing to Kids & Racial Disparities w/ Dr. Jennifer L. Harris
    More than one-third of kids and teens in the U.S. eat fast food on any given day and there’s no doubt it makes our lives easier. After all, it’s quick and convenient, and we know our kids will eat it.
    But when it comes to marketing fast food to kids, companies are spending some serious money— to the tune of  $5 billion a year. Plus, with so many media channels vying for our attention, companies have had to get really creative with their messaging and how and where they target kids. 
    Although kids from all racial and ethnic backgrounds are being targeted, companies are disproportionately focusing on Hispanic and Black populations, where fast food consumption is already higher and there’s an increased risk for obesity and other diet-related chronic diseases. While these companies are well aware of how detrimental fast food marketing is, profits continue to be prioritized over health. 
    In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Jennifer L. Harris, Senior Research Advisor at the UConn Rudd Center for Food Policy and Health. She is also a research consultant and a leading international expert on the extent and health impact of food-related marketing.
    Dr. Harris and I talk about why companies focus their marketing on black and Hispanic kids, the sneaky ways your kids are being targeted, and why those healthier options are marketed differently.  We also talk about what has been done—and what needs to be done—to address these issues and what you can do today to change the future for our kids. 
    Welcome 
    2:40 Let’s talk about your story!
    4:42 Why is there a higher concentration of fast-food restaurants in predominately black communities or lower-income communities?
    6:01 What does the latest research show about fast food marketing, including ad spending and racial disparities?
    9:20 Why are racial disparities a problem?
    10:17 What is concerning regarding how companies position their brands and market their meals?
    14:16 In what channels are kids being targeted and has anything changed in recent years?
    18:52 Some fast food restaurants offer healthier options—has it been effective?
    20:27 The UConn Rudd Center for Food Policy and Health recently published a report that looked at the disconnect between fast food companies’ racial justice statements and the unhealthy marketing that persists. What did it find?
    22:30 What has been done so far to change how marketers target children?
    25:25 What needs to happen to address these issues?
    27:38 What can we do as parents to change fast food marketing to kids?
    29:50 What changes do you expect will come about after the recent White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health?

    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
    Dr. Harris mentions Kelly D. Brownell, Ph.D.
    Dr. Harris talks about the Fast Food FACTS 2021 report.
    Julie mentions Bettina Elias Siegel, author of the book, “Kid Food" and her interview.
    Julie mentions this report that looked at the disconnect between fast food companies’ racial justice statements and unhealthy food marketing.
    Learn more about the UConn Rudd Center for Food Policy & Health on their website. 
    Follow them on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

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    32 min
  • S8:E2: Sensory Processing Disorder or Plain Ol’ Picky Eating? w/ Lara Dato
    There’s been a lot of buzz in recent years about sensory issues and sensory processing disorder, which research shows affect between 5 and 15% of kids. Kids with sensory challenges often have trouble with clothing that feels scratchy, or sounds that are too loud, for example, but they can also show up at mealtimes. Kids may only eat white foods, refuse to eat foods with a certain texture or smell, or gag when they try new foods. Sensory issues and sensory processing disorder are certainly more complex than picky eating, but figuring out what’s going on with your kid can be a challenge. 
    In this episode, I sat down with Lara Dato, MS, OTR/L, a pediatric occupational therapist with a specialty certification in feeding, eating, and swallowing—one of approximately fifty professionals in the U.S. with these credentials. Lara is also the author of Raising Adventurous Eaters: Practical Ways to Overcome Picky Eating and Food Sensory Sensitivities.
    Lara and I talk about why sensory issues seem to be on the rise, how to tease out what’s really going on with your kid, and how to go about finding the right help. She also explains easy ways to help your child overcome sensory issues, how you can model intuitive eating, and encourage healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime. Whether your child has sensory processing disorder, sensory sensitives around food, or is simply a picky eater, this episode will help you get to the bottom of what’s going on and give you the tools you need to help your child.
    2:42 Let’s talk about your story!
    5:10 Most kids are picky eaters. How do you know your kid’s behavior is more than what’s typical?
    6:10 Is there a difference between sensory issues and sensory processing disorder?
    10:00 Are more kids being diagnosed with sensory processing disorder and sensory issues, or is it our ability to better identify them?
    11:29 For parents who have kids with sensory issues that play out at mealtime, what does their life look like on a daily basis?
    14:14 What can happen if these issues aren’t identified? 
    15:22 How can parents go about identifying the problem?

    19:17 Once parents know that sensory issues are affecting their kids' eating, what can they do?
    25:06 What about kids who have texture issues?
    27:36 Why is the intuitive eating approach important now and as kids get older? 
    29:46 What are the most effective ways parents can encourage healthy eating habits?  

    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
    Lara mentions that 25%  to 45% of kids have difficulty with eating.
    Purchase Lara’s book, Raising Adventurous Eaters.
    Follow Lara on Instagram and Facebook.

    FROM OUR PARTNERS

    Kids Cook Real Food eCourse
    The Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, created by a mom of 4 and a former elementary school teacher, is designed to build connection, confidence, and creativity in the kitchen. The course includes 30 basic cooking skills, 45 videos including several bonuses, printable supply and grocery shopping lists, and kid-friendly recipes. The course is designed for all kids ages 2 to teen and has three different skill levels. More than 18,000 families have taken the course and The Wall Street Journal named it the #1 cooking class for kids. Sign up now for the Kids Cook Real Food ecourse and get a free lesson for being a “Food Issues” listener.

    Thrive Market
    Thrive Market is an online membership-based market that has the highest quality, organic, non-GMO, healthy, and sustainable products. From groceries, clean beauty, safe supplements, and non-toxic home products to ethical meat, sustainable seafood, clean wine, and more, Thrive Market is where members save an average of $32 on every order! Through Thrive Gives, every paid membership sponsors a free one for a low-income family. Join Thrive Market today and get 25% off your first order and a free gift.
    34 min
  • S8:E1: Best Brain Foods for Kids w/ Mark Brooks of Brainiac Foods
    Welcome to the launch of season #8! The new school year brings new teachers, new schedules, and new expectations, plus sports and after-school activities. And with that comes the need for nutrition that supports kids’ brain function, and helps with memory, focus, and attention. When it comes to brain foods for kids, there are a ton of options, but they’re not always the easiest to prioritize especially if you have picky eaters.   
    In this episode, I sat down with Mark Brooks, co-founder, and co-CEO of Brainiac Foods, a company dedicated to supporting the whole family’s brain development, performance, and health. Launched in 2018 with Jonathan Wolfson, Brainiac Foods is on a mission to help families get critical nutrients scientifically proven to support brain health and wellness in every day, delicious foods.
    Mark and I talk about what the latest research shows about kids’ brain health, the critical nutrients kids need, and what the gut has to do with the brain. Mark also explores a list of brain foods for kids and easy, creative ways to get them into your kid’s diet. 
    Welcome
    3:50 Let’s talk about your story!
    6:09 How did Brainiac Foods come to be?
    9:53 What does research show about kids’ brain health today?
    9:53 What are the brain nutrients most kids are missing? 
    15:36 We know gut health is related to brain health, but what do parents need to know?
    20:38 What are the best brain foods for kids?
    24:36 Are there other nuts and seeds that are good for the brain?
    25:37 What are the best fruits and vegetables for brain health?
    26:18 What about oats and quinoa?
    27:11 What are your favorite ways to get more brain-healthy foods in our kids’ diets? 
    30:56 What does Brainiac Foods offer?

    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
    Mark mentions the What We Eat in America report.
    Learn more about Mark and Brainiac Foods at BrainiacFoods.com.
    Follow Brainiac Foods on Instagram and Facebook.

    FROM OUR PARTNERS

    Kids Cook Real Food eCourse
    The Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, created by a mom of 4 and a former elementary school teacher, is designed to build connection, confidence, and creativity in the kitchen. The course includes 30 basic cooking skills, 45 videos including several bonuses, printable supply and grocery shopping lists, and kid-friendly recipes. The course is designed for all kids ages 2 to teen and has three different skill levels. More than 18,000 families have taken the course and The Wall Street Journal named it the #1 cooking class for kids. Sign up now for the Kids Cook Real Food ecourse and get a free lesson for being a “Food Issues” listener.

    Thrive Market
    Thrive Market is an online membership-based market that has the highest quality, organic, non-GMO, healthy, and sustainable products. From groceries, clean beauty, safe supplements, and non-toxic home products to ethical meat, sustainable seafood, clean wine, and more, Thrive Market is where members save an average of $32 on every order! Through Thrive Gives, every paid membership sponsors a free one for a low-income family. Join Thrive Market today and get 25% off your first order and a free gift.
    36 min
  • S7:E8: How to Boost Your Child’s Immune System w/ Dr. Taz Bhatia
    With the kids back in school, it’s almost inevitable that they’re going to get sick. Kids, especially toddlers and preschoolers, are swapping germs all day long and their hand-washing habits usually aren’t ideal. Plus, the foods your kids eat, how much sleep and activity they get, and stress all have a lot to do with their immune systems. Fortunately, there are several easy ways to boost your child’s immune system and they don’t have to take a lot of time or effort.
    In this episode, I sat down with Taz Bhatia, M.D., a board-certified integrative medicine physician, wellness expert, and founder of CentreSpring MD, an award-winning medical and wellness practice in Atlanta, GA focused on health transformation. 
    Dr. Taz is also the best-selling author of, “What Doctors Eat,” “The 21-Day Belly Fix," and “Super Woman RX.” She has also appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, and CNN, is a contributor for FOX Good Day Atlanta, and is the host of the Super Woman Wellness podcast.
    Dr. Taz provides the latest updates on COVID-19, vaccines, and monkeypox and gives you everything you need to know about how to boost your child’s immune system. She explores nutrition and the best superfoods to focus on, which vitamins, supplements, and probiotics your kids need, how to help your child be more active, and what you can do to help your child with stress, anxiety, and sleep. 
    Welcome
    2:28  Let’s talk about your story!
    6:23 What types of viruses and illnesses should parents expect to see and be concerned about this fall?
    10:17 When the Omicron booster comes out, should kids be vaccinated if they’ve already been vaccinated?
    14:17 Most kids are picky eaters. What are your best tips for getting fruits and veggies in their diets? 
    19:08 We want to avoid sugar because it’s inflammatory. Are there other foods to avoid without making our kids feel that they’re missing out? 
    21:42 Should we give our kids vitamins, supplements, and probiotics to boost their immune systems?
    23:46 How can we get our kids to be more active? 
    25:43 How much sleep should kids get and how can we ensure they get it?
    22:42 How can we help our kids cope with stress and anxiety?

    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
    Learn more about Dr. Taz on her website and join The Superwoman Circle.
    Follow Dr. Taz on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

    FROM OUR PARTNERS

    Kids Cook Real Food eCourse
    The Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, created by a mom of 4 and a former elementary school teacher, is designed to build connection, confidence, and creativity in the kitchen. The course includes 30 basic cooking skills, 45 videos including several bonuses, printable supply and grocery shopping lists, and kid-friendly recipes. The course is designed for all kids ages 2 to teen and has three different skill levels. More than 18,000 families have taken the course and The Wall Street Journal named it the #1 cooking class for kids. Sign up now for the Kids Cook Real Food ecourse and get a free lesson for being a “Food Issues” listener.

    Thrive Market
    Thrive Market is an online membership-based market that has the highest quality, organic, non-GMO, healthy, and sustainable products. From groceries, clean beauty, safe supplements, and non-toxic home products to ethical meat, sustainable seafood, clean wine, and more, Thrive Market is where members save an average of $32 on every order! Through Thrive Gives, every paid membership sponsors a free one for a low-income family. Join Thrive Market today and get 25% off your first order and a free gift.
    35 min
  • S7:E7: How to Organize Your Refrigerator For Healthy Eating w/ Kristen Hong, author “Fridge Love”
    You’ve seen the photos on Instagram—you know, the ones of clean, beautifully-organized refrigerators with food strategically placed in a rainbow-colored fashion. Sure, they look amazing, but they’re all in the name of marketing and not realistic unless you have a ton of time on your hands. Yet if you’re trying to get your kids back on track with healthy eating this fall season, and you want to save time and money in the kitchen, learning how to organize your refrigerator (without all the bells and whistles) is key. 
    Oftentimes, we have food in our refrigerators that we don’t even know is there, and as a result, it usually goes to waste. Or, we don’t see anything appealing so we call for take-out. The good news? It doesn’t have to take a lot of time or work to organize your refrigerator. 
    In this episode, I sat down with Kristen Hong, founder of HelloNutritarian.com, a site where she shares about fridge organization, meal prep, and plant-based recipes, and author of “Fridge Love: Organize Your Refrigerator for a Healthier, Happier Life—with 100 Recipes.”
    Kristen is a self-described “junk food junkie,” and says she struggled with food addiction and binge eating for years until she discovered Dr. Joel Fuhrman and the Nutritarian diet and everything changed—including how she organized her refrigerator.
    Kristen talks about how to get started with fridge love and how to organize your refrigerator, her 5 easy fridge goals, and her best shopping tips. She also talks about how to meal plan and prep—even if you hate to do it—and shares her favorite recipes from her book. 
    Welcome
    2:53 Let’s talk about your story!
    7:17 Have you always been passionate about healthy eating and food?
    9:15 What are the basic premises and benefits of Dr. Fuhrman’s Nutritarian diet?
    13:30 What do you think is the biggest challenge parents have when it comes to feeding their kids?

    19:00 What is “fridge love” and why do we need it?
    22:21 Are there other benefits of “fridge love” for kids?
    24:33 What’s the first step to getting started?
    26:36 What are fridge goals?
    30:15 What are your best shopping tips?
    31:48 How can we get started with meal planning or prepping even if we hate it?
    33:14 What are your favorite recipes from your book? 

    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW
    Kristen mentions Dr. Joel Fuhrman and his book “Eat to Live."
    Julie mentions FIRST for Women magazine. 
    Julie mentions research that shows “children’s choices depend on what is most visible and easily accessible.”
    Kristen mentions her chipotle lentil recipe. 
    Purchase a copy of "Fridge Love."
    Follow Kristen on her website and on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

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