It's back-to-school season! In this episode, Danielle and Mark discuss school meal programs, considerations for parents as they discuss and prepare meals during the school year, and give a list of foods to consider including in your child's packed lunches.

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Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.

If you want to lose weight but don't want to change the foods you eat, how do you go about doing that? In this episode, Danielle takes a different angle on this question and gives a very practical nutrition strategy to accomplish your goals without changing what you eat. 

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Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.

It's well known that foods that are green are often highly nutritious. But what do you do if you don't like green foods? In this episode, Danielle gives some clever and practical tips to help you build some of these nutritious foods into your eating regimen.

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Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.

While some hunger during weight loss is normal, too much can be frustrating and lead to overeating. In this episode, Mark gives 8 tips for managing hunger and reducing the desire to overeat during the weight loss process, and life in general.

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Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.

When it comes to salad dressing -- or many other food choices -- have you ever wondered if you should choose the light or regular version? In this episode, Danielle gives you tips to help you make that decision in a way that best suits your context and health goals.

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Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.

In a culture not designed around a healthy lifestyle, it can feel like the environment around you is sabotaging the pursuit of a healthy life. In this episode, Danielle gives some practical tips to help you create a healthy environment around you and your family.

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Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.

Do you or someone you know have high cholesterol? Lowering high cholesterol is important to reduce your risk of heart disease and heart attacks. In this episode, Danielle explains how she personally used beans to lower her high cholesterol, and gives some delicious meal ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that include beans.

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Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.

In the wake of a global pandemic, the number of people reporting anxiety and depression has reached an all-time high. In this episode, Danielle and Mark look at what research has shown (or not shown) on the relationship between nutrition and mental health.

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Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.

If you've been around nutrition or fitness conversations long, you've likely heard the term "macros" tossed around. In this episode, Mark looks at what they are, why your body needs them, and gives examples of foods that provide a healthy array of these important nutrients. 

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Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.

A mounting body of research is showing us that optimal fiber intake is beneficial—if not critical—for healthy digestion as well as reducing the risk of chronic disease and adverse health conditions. So how much fiber should men and women have in a day? In this episode, Mark looks at the health benefits of optimal fiber intake, the recommended daily fiber intake for men and women, and gives a list of fiber-rich foods to help you achieve optimal fiber intake.

Health Benefits of Fiber include:

• Feeding “good” gut bacteria—some of which are crucial for various aspects of your health, including weight, blood sugar control, immune function, and brain function (PMIDs: 12583961; 17183309; 20876708; 15894105; 21303428)
• Aiding in weight loss by reducing overall calorie intake—as fiber can increase the feeling of fullness (PMIDs: 11396693; 15797686; 10721886)
• Reducing blood sugar spikes after a carbohydrate-rich meal—as fiber can slow nutrient absorption (PMID: 18287346)
• Reducing cholesterol levels (PMIDs: 7872224; 23171573)
• Reducing the risk of colorectal cancer—the third leading cause of cancer deaths around the world (PMID: 26269366)
• Lowering the risk of heart disease—the #1 cause of premature death in the United States and around the world (PMID: 14980987)

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Theme song, Thinkin' Bout Food, courtesy of Happy Pill.