With the start of a New Year, we talk about key strategies to making it a GREAT year. One of those key strategies is setting goals. This not only allows you to take control of your life's direction; it also provides you a benchmark for determining whether you are actually succeeding.  We discuss an article by Jeffrey Hayzlett titled The Five Golden Rules of Goal Setting:  1. Set goals that motivate you.  2. Set SMART goals.  3. Write down your goals.  4. Put a plan in action.  5. Work the plan.“A goal properly set is halfway reached.” —Zig Ziglar

Trivia: Where and when did Gingerbread Houses originate?

In The News:  Health experts say plant-based milks shouldn’t be the main beverage for young children. Also, the growing toll of our ever-expanding waistlines.  

Main-Top Weight Loss Hacks. Tis the season for weight gain, so we discuss some of the top methods to counter this. You gotta hear these.

Listener Question: What are some healthier dessert ideas?

In The News-Can a 70-year-old have the arteries of a 20 year old?  Also, the FDA is making decisions about which 26 ingredients count as fiber on a food label.  

Main-What Every Athlete Needs To Know About Electrolytes. Electrolytes are minerals that have an electrical charge and play a central role in the body’s fluid balance. They’re necessary  for proper hydration, acid-base balance and preventing muscle cramps. They’re especially important during exercise because electrolytes like sodium and potassium are  easily lost in sweat. Unfortunately, a deficiency in electrolytes can cause muscle cramping, fatigue, weakness, tingling, or confusion–none of which are pleasant during your workout!

Listener Question-What is the normal transit time to have a bowel movement?

Trivia-Is a strawberry really a berry?

Intro- We tried Raw Rev’s protein bars- find out what we think!

In The News- Losing or gaining weight to be able to perform your best in sports can be a common practice among young athletes, what harm could come of this and what is the best way to regulate your children’s weight? Also, a new study finds herbal supplements are linked to causing liver damage.

Main- Soy- we have all heard it may cause cancer or men to grow breasts. Is any of this true? What are soy’s benefits, how much should we eat, and what are the best products to eat?

Listener Question- Is krill oil a good substitute for fish oil supplements?

Trivia- What spice has anti-inflammatory effects and may help protect against Alzheimer’s?

Myth #1:  Superfoods are exotic and expensive.

Myth #2:  Being slim means you’re healthy.

Myth #3:  Vegetarians and vegans don’t get enough protein.

Myth #4:  You should avoid all sugar-even fruit.

Myth #5:  Soy is full of female hormones.

Myth #6:  You need to ban carbs to lose weight.

Myth #7:  The diet that works for models/celebs will work for you.

Myth #8:  Natural sugar isn’t sugar.

Myth #9:  High-fat foods are bad for you.

Myth #10:  Mixing carbs with protein and fat is bad for digestion.

Based on an article written by By CHRISTY BRISSETTE, RD, 

@80twentyrule

Intro- We tried I Heart Keenwah’s products- find out what we think!

In The News- Is it safe or beneficial to consume your placenta after giving birth? Most doctors do not feel comfortable recommending this as there is no clear answer on its benefits and there have been shown to be negative outcomes. Also, what is hydroponics? Could it be the future for farming and are hydroponically grown produce safe and equally nutritious?

Main- Could intermittent fasting be the answer to improved health and weight loss? Who could benefit from intermittent fasting and which individuals shouldn’t try it? Studies have shown those who maintain an intermittent fasting plan do lose weight, but is it for you and what are potential risks?

Listener Question- Is decaffeinated coffee and tea safe and good for you?

In The News- Did you know that college students who had regular weigh-ins didn’t have weight gain, and those who checked their weight daily even lost pounds.  Also, the organic industry is suing the government, demanding that the USDA implement new rules that require organic egg producers to give their chickens more space to roam.

Main-What are processed foods?  Did you know that some processed foods are actually good for you?  The trick is to distinguish between foods that have been lightly processed versus heavily processed. The American Institute for Cancer Research reports that fewer than half of Americans recognize any link between processed foods and cancer.

Listener Question-Are Lean Cuisine frozen dinners a good choice?

Trivia-What is the most-consumed fruit in the world?

We recently tried some Love Grown Products and were impressed with the taste and ingredients.  You might be interested in trying them.  

Main-Dr. Pamela Fergusson joins us in the studio for a candid discussion about Veganism.  Dr. Fergusson is a Registered Dietitian with a PhD in nutrition, and over 15 years of experience with changing lives through better nutrition.   She loves to spread the message of plant-based positivity, and her whole household is plant-based, including her husband and 4 kids.

In this show, we cover a large variety of topics related to the vegan diet.

In The News-Did you know that exercise can help you have better hearing and fewer colds?  We discuss some of the SURPRISING benefits.  Also, an interesting study out of BYU indicates that compounds in cocoa may help delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Main-Is Apple Cider Vinegar a Magical Elixir?  We discuss practically every claim about apple cider vinegar and what the research reflects.

Listener Question-Is Sushi healthy for you?

Trivia-How did pound cake get its name?

In The News-New peanut allergy research is promising.  What is Reverse Dieting?  Is it the key to weight maintenance?

Main- Building Muscles.  We cover everything from why you should build muscles to how to do it.  

Listener Question-Can microwaving your foods and beverages cause cancer?

Trivia-What potentially fatal compound is found in the pit/seeds of many stone fruits (cherries, apricots, plums, apples and peaches,) and even raw cassava root?