Do you ever feel bloated, sluggish, or uncomfortable after eating—especially during a busy workday? The solution might be simpler than you think. In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked (yet powerful) foundations of digestion: chewing your food and activating your parasympathetic “rest and digest” state.

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us eat on the go, distracted, or stressed—without realizing how much it impacts our digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall gut health. When you slow down, chew your food thoroughly, and support your nervous system, you create the optimal environment for your body to break down food, reduce bloating, and feel energized after meals.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why chewing is the first and most important step in digestion
• How eating too quickly contributes to bloating, gas, and discomfort
• What the parasympathetic nervous system is and why it matters for gut health
• Simple, realistic tips to improve digestion—no restrictive diets required

This is your reminder that better digestion doesn’t always start with what you eat—but how you eat.

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What if the reason you feel stuck in your health isn’t because you’re not trying hard enough… but because you’re skipping the foundation?

In today’s culture of extreme diets, detoxes, supplement stacks, and constant optimization, it’s easy to forget that the most powerful health changes often come from mastering the basics.

In this episode of Move Grow Rise, we’re returning to the core foundations of holistic health that support hormone balance, energy, digestion, and emotional well-being.

You’ll learn why sleep, hydration, breakfast, and community play a critical role in regulating your nervous system, stabilizing blood sugar, improving hormone function, and reducing chronic stress.

Instead of chasing the next protocol or restrictive plan, this episode explores how simple daily habits can create powerful long-term health changes.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why sleep is essential for hormone balance, brain detox, and immune health
• How dehydration impacts cortisol, digestion, energy, and inflammation
• Why eating breakfast supports blood sugar stability and reduces cravings
• The surprising science behind loneliness and its impact on stress hormones and inflammation
• How social connection supports nervous system regulation and emotional wellbeing
• Practical ways to start improving your sleep, hydration, and morning nutrition today

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by health advice or stuck in cycles of diet culture, this episode is your reminder that healing doesn’t require extremes.

Sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do for your body is build a strong foundation first.

Choose one pillar this week, practice consistency, and watch how your energy, mood, and resilience begin to shift.

If this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend or leave a review to help others discover the power of simple, sustainable health practices.

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In this episode, we’re exploring two powerful — and often overlooked — food practices: root-to-stem and nose-to-tail eating.

What do these phrases actually mean? Why did our grandparents naturally eat this way? And how can using more of the plant — and more of the animal — deeply support nourishment, digestion, hormones, and overall health?

We’ll talk about:

• What root-to-stem and nose-to-tail eating look like in real life

• The surprising nutrients found in peels, stems, organs, and bones

• Why modern food culture moved away from these practices

• Simple, realistic ways to bring this back into your kitchen without overwhelm

If you’re craving a deeper connection to your food — and want to nourish your body in a more complete way — this episode is for you.

What’s actually holding you back from going after the thing that matters to you?

Is it fear of judgment?
Perfectionism?
Excuses about time or money?

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the truth that keeps many of us up at night: we get one beautiful, temporary life. And that impermanence? It’s what makes it sacred.

Growth is uncomfortable — but discomfort doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. In fact, imperfect action is often the very thing that shifts your mental state, your nervous system, and ultimately your life.

If you’ve been waiting to feel “ready,” this is your loving nudge. Choose one thing this week and move forward with it — quietly, bravely, imperfectly.

You are not behind. You are not failing.
You are simply one courageous decision away.

This episode is your reminder that starting imperfectly is not weakness — it’s strength.

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In this episode, Host and Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Jade Twombly shares a mini masterclass on aging well. She talks all things nutrition, bone health, mindset, and supplementation to support you wherever you are on your journey.

Curious about more personalized nutrition?

Reach out to Jade @ [email protected] or visit www.moveholistichealthandnutrition.com

Jade is located in Southern Vermont and sees clients both virtually and in person.

In this episode, Jade shares her experience of complimenting a woman at the gym. This woman is a nurse; she has lost over 60 pounds, has a great sense of style, but what she said about herself blew my mind.

How you speak to yourself matters.

Rule of thumb: If you wouldn't say it to your best friend, you shouldn't say it about yourself.

Summary

"Let the goal just be health"

In this episode of the Move, Grow, Rise podcast, host Jade Twombly shares a personal life update and discusses the importance of eating for energy without resorting to crash dieting. She emphasizes the need for a balanced diet, the dangers of under-eating, and the significance of gratitude for one's health and body. Jade provides insights from her experience as a nutritional therapist, highlighting the importance of proper nutrition for energy and overall well-being.

In this episode, John takes us on a journey through his life and health experience. In his mid-60s, John shares how health has looked different from being born needing leg braces until age 8, until now, doing cold water plunges, and powerlifting!

This conversation covers a lot of topics, including:

- The importance of pivoting in business and life, especially during challenges.

- Personal experiences can shape our health choices and motivations.

- Longevity is about living well, not just living longer.

- Daily habits like hydration and exercise are crucial for vitality.

- Mental health benefits from physical activity are significant.

- Building healthy habits takes time and consistency.

- Community support can enhance personal health journeys.

- AI is transforming the health and wellness landscape.

- Reading and continuous learning are essential for personal growth.

**Please not that the audio quality of this conversation isn't up to our typical standards**

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In this episode, I share about a conversation with a client related to weight loss and metabolism at the beginning of the episode. The second half is all about how to set and maintain boundaries without guilt.

This is a must listen!

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