On this episode, I sit down with Catharine Arnston, the founder and CEO of Energybits, a company that produces high quality algae. Catharine educates us on all things algae, which you may currently know nothing about (I know I didn't!). By the end of the episode, you'll understand the two main types of beneficial algae - spirulina and chlorella - and what the health benefits of each are. Catharine also shares how algae can help strengthen your immune system in light of global health concerns related to COVID-19. Despite this being the longest episode of the podcast to date, there is still so much to learn about this incredible food.

If you are looking for more information, you can find a list of resources on my blog, on the Energybits.com website, or by following @Energybits on social. If you decide you want to try out their products, you can get 20% off your purchase using promo code RACH or find sample packs on Amazon here.  

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On this episode, I sit down with JoElle to discuss her very personal and inspirational journey. JoElle shares how she overcome two traumatic car accidents and the depression and grief associated with loss of function. She also talks about her own journey with health and wellness which includes a Jillian Michaels cruise, becoming a Beachbody coach, and getting certified to teach fitness classes. She is an inspiration to me and I know you are going to love getting to know her!

During the show, JoElle shares that her favorite book is Girl, Wash your Face by Rachel Hollis. If you want to connect or work with JoElle, you can find her on Instagram @JoElleMic.

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On this episode, I sit down with my friend, Antonette, to discuss diversity, inclusion, and representation in the health and wellness space. If you didn't know, the health and wellness industry is predominantly white and does not portray beauty/health in a way that represents all skin colors, body types, gender identities, or ability levels. Because of this, women (and particularly women of color) often times have a negative self image or do not feel empowered to enter into or thrive in this space. Antonette gets real on her personal experiences around this topic, how it influenced the way she raised her daughter, and what lessons she has taken back to her workplace. She shares great advice for women of color who may be feeling insecure or unrepresented and advice for allies, like myself, on how we can work to create more welcoming and inclusive communities for all. 

During the show, Antonette references a few resources that may be helpful if you're looking for more information or ways to talk about uncomfortable topics like race. The Power of Vulnerability by Brene Brown, Making Sense and 10% Happier podcasts (with Sam Harris), and The Values Factor by Dr. John Demartini. You can connect with Antonette on Instagram at @antonette_sovia.

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On this episode, I sit down with my friend, Antonette, to discuss her journey with fitness and wellness. Antonette talks about the importance of being consistent, especially with your exercise, and how it can help you stay sane with everything going on in the world right now. While Antonette is in phenomenal shape, she talks about why she chooses to work with a coach to help her set and achieve goals related to fitness. If you've ever considered getting a coach, or just want to know what it's like, this is the perfect episode for you. Finally, Antonette talks about the importance of prioritizing yourself, especially as a parent, and how she was able to do so as a single mom when her daughter was young. I know you guys are going to love this episode and I'm excited to welcome Antonette back next week for Part 2 of our conversation where we will dive into diversity, inclusion, and representation in the health and wellness space.

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On this episode, I sit down with one of my very close friends, Molly, to discuss her health journey. Molly walks us through her experience with veganism- what made her decide to adopt a plant-based diet and why she ultimately returned to an omnivorous lifestyle. If you’re vegan or have been considering a plant-based diet, Molly gives her best advice and recommendations to avoid protein and vitamin deficiency. Molly also takes us through her journey to become a runner and gives her best advice for someone who is thinking of getting started. She shares her favorite book, The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg, and you can connect with her on social at @MollyMadeDesign.

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On this episode of the show, I want all of you to get to know me!

I'll be sharing my background, how my health journey got started, and where I'm at today. During the episode I reference the enneagram personality test, which you can find and take on Google, my current doctor, Dr. Erin Ellis (@dr.erinellis on Instagram), and the book Beyond the Pill written by Dr. Jolene Brighten if you want to learn more. 

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I'm your host, Rachel, and I run the Real Health with Rach blog dedicated to recipes, advice, and recommendations for living your healthiest, happiest real life. You can connect with me on social @realhealthwithrach and check out my blog here!

I was inspired to create this show after attending RISE Conference, where I saw women getting up in front of 4000 strangers and sharing their real life experiences to help others. It made me realize that I wasn't alone on my own health journey and that so much of what we may be going through, someone else has gone through, too. 

What to expect: You'll be hearing from real women who are openly sharing their personal experiences related to health, nutrition, fitness, business, parenthood, relationships, and anything else we can think of. You'll also be hearing from experts in nutrition, fitness, women's health, skin care, mental health, and a variety of other topics. Finally, you'll be hearing from me, Rach, about my personal journey, lessons learned, advice I can share, and challenges I've dealt with. 

My hope is that you can listen to an episode of this show and hear that someone else is in the same boat, has gone through the same thing, or has overcome with the same obstacle as you. We are not meant to do life alone and I want to make sure you know that it's. not. just. you. You can expect 30 minute episodes, released every Wednesday, and I hope you find them easy to listen to while you're getting ready, on your way to work, making dinner, or on a run. I'm so excited to get this party started!

The first episode is launching on July 8th so until then, be well, stay real, and I'll see you soon!