For the first episode of 2024, Debbie Travis & Tommy Smythe welcome back their friend and Nutritional Therapist Jacky Brown. A long-time friend to Debbie, Jacky is a graduate of the London College of Naturopathic Medicine, a qualified Nutritional Therapist, Dip CNM, and registered with BANT (British Association of Nutritional Therapists) CNHC. 

Jacky shares her insights on healthy eating and dispels common misconceptions. The conversation covers the Mediterranean diet, the importance of eating plants, the benefits of beans and lentils, navigating conflicting information and trusted sources, the importance of fermented foods, and making things at home like kombucha and kefir. Jackie emphasizes the need for a varied and balanced diet and provides practical tips for incorporating healthy habits into daily life.

Then, they share their New Year's resolutions and commitments to improving their health. They emphasize the importance of creating healthy habits, being mindful, and tracking progress. They also discuss the significance of movement, exercise, and improving sleep. They encourage trying new recipes and foods and emphasize the importance of enjoying food without suffering. 

In this episode, Debbie and Jacky reference the following resources:

https://drwilliamli.com/ 

https://zoe.com/

Find Jacky Brown's Kombucha recipe: https://www.thetrustmepod.com/new-year-new-habits/

Making Kombucha is a trial-and-error process and with experience you can increase or decrease the sugar and the flavourings. For inspiration read ‘The Art of Fermentation’ by Sandor Katz or Fermenting Food, Step by Step by Adam Elabd.

www.jackybnutrition.com

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