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What actually makes you happy? What brings you joy? Are you pursuing the things that make you happy? Have you ever thought about what your top priorities are? Whenever I've felt like my life wasn't where I wanted it to be, it was because I wasn't pursuing things that bring me joy. Hey did you like this show? I would love for you to subscribe and write a review on iTunes! My podcast grows when you do those two things! If you want to check out the website, you can go to www.talkhealthyto.me ! A huge thanks to my podcast editor for making this show sound so amazing! Stock media provided by AlumoMusic and www.Pond5.com.

I used to pride myself on my appetite for whole wheat bread. I would have toast in the morning! Whole wheat pasta! I don't like white rice, give me brown! I believed I was being healthy by avoiding the white stuff--which is true, whole wheat bread is better for you than white bread. Brown rice is better for you than white rice. But just because it's better for you does that really mean it's good for you? In this week's episode, I discuss why the idea that whole grains are part of a healthy diet might warrant a second look. Please support my podcast by subscribing and writing a review on iTunes! My podcast grows when you do these two things--and I really appreciate you being a loyal listener! Share this with a friend, too, they will probably love it just as much as you! You can visit my website at www.talkhealthyto.me to see the blog post for this episode and check out the references I used for this episode. Many thanks to my new podcast editor for making this episode sound amazing! Listeners--I hope you appreciate the sound quality :) Please check with your doctor before you try an diet or fitness program. Stock media provided by AlumoMusic and www.Pond5.com.

I don't have time to cook. I don't feel like cooking. I was going to cook, but then I just got take-out instead. How often have you said any of the above? I've certainly said all of them at one point or another, and the "I don't feel like cooking" one is a reoccurring theme in my life. This week, no more excuses! I'm here with tips for getting a healthy home-cooked meal made when the last thing you want to do is cook. Hey did you like this show? I would LOVE it if you went on iTunes and left me a review! Just search "Talk Healthy To Me" and you'll find me right away! Check out my website for the full show notes on this episode: www.talkhealthyto.me Stock music provided by AlumoMusic and www.Pond5.com.

Hey Listener! This was recorded 4 days after I broke my 3-day fast. What I learned on my fast: --I may have a bigger need for electrolytes than I thought! Next time I try a fast longer than 24 hours I will support it with bone broth and maybe a little bit of fat like coconut or olive oil --Hunger is such a mind game! I didn't feel much hunger for most of the fast, but I was mentally craving food. I kept myself busy and distracted, but it just goes to show that we aren't always needing food when our brains tell us we want it! --Fasting when done right gives me SO MUCH ENERGY! While it will be a long time before I try another extended fast, I may work to incorporate 24- and 36- hour fasts into my weekly routine more often--I felt so strong on days 1 and 2 at the gym, and my mood was incredible. --As far as repeating, I don't think I will repeat for at least six months, for now I will stick with intermittent fasting. And there's also a chance I may not try an extended fast again; it was a great learning experience, but with my body fat percentage now, it may not be realistic for me to do much beyond 24-36 hours, unless of course I support with fats. --A full week after breaking fast, I still feel slimmer in the waist and like my abs are showing through more than they did before--surprising, because I also have not worked out all week! --Surprise surprise--I am now more sensitive to caffeine! This I did NOT expect, and it actually freaked me out when I first drank coffee after breaking fast. Something to keep in mind even with intermittent fasting--as you lose body fat you can't handle quite as much of some substances! --I can still drink wine like a champ, though! :D Thank you for following along with my extended fast! Did you catch the videos? If not, you can still access them by checking out my Facebook page at www.facebook.com/kristenkacinski. That's all for now on fasting--don't worry because next week I'll be back with a different topic! Much love, -Kristen Please check with your doctor before you try any diet, fasting, or fitness regimen. Stock media provided by www.Pond5.com.

BONUS ALERT! Live from Facebook! Here’s the audio from my live video broadcast last weekend. Last weekend I embarked on a new fasting adventure—an extended 3-day fast. I’ve done 24 and 16 hours regularly over the past 3 months but have become interested in the numerous health benefits like autophagy, increased secretion of growth hormone, and improvements in the immune system function that can happen when you fast for a longer period of time. This is day three—and I ended up breaking fast a little early at 66 hours. I'm proud of what I accomplished--and would be interested in trying an extended fast again supported by bone broth and maybe a little fat! If you want to see the video component on Facebook, make sure you go LIKE my page at www.facebook.com/kristenkacinski and you’ll see the video on the page. I've also released a recap right after this episode, recorded four days after breaking fast. Check out my website! I'm at www.talkhealthyto.me! Please always check with your doctor before you attempt any diet or fitness program, including fasting. Stock media provided by www.Pond5.com.

I'm a firm believer that you are what you THINK! Recently someone mentioned to me they "cheated" on a particular day. I hate this word! It has such a negative connotation and implies that you did something bad. It's not bad to live your life and enjoy Memorial Day weekend barbecues...life was meant to be celebrated. A true healthy lifestyle includes times of celebration, without guilt. I challenge you to eliminate "cheat" from your diet vocabulary! P.S. Next week, I'm giving you a full recap of my almost-72-hour-long fast! (I made it to 66 hours). Hey! It would be so cool if you left me an iTunes review and told me your favorite thing about my podcast so far! Just go to iTunes and search Talk Healthy To Me! Please check with your doctor before you begin any diet or fitness plan. Stock media provided by www.Pond5.com.

BONUS ALERT! Live from Facebook! Here’s the audio from my live video broadcast earlier today. This weekend I’m embarking on a new fasting adventure—an extended 3-day fast. I’ve done 24 and 16 hours regularly over the past 3 months but have become interested in the numerous health benefits like autophagy, increased secretion of growth hormone, and improvements in the immune system function that can happen when you fast for a longer period of time. This is day two—I had a crazy active and busy morning, teaching 3 fitness classes and taking an hour long class, but I’m still feeling good! I’ll be back with more updates on Facebook, so make sure you go LIKE my page at www.facebook.com/kristenkacinski and you’ll see the videos as they appear. I’ll also include some audio updates right here on the podcast. Stay tuned listener! Please always check with your doctor before you attempt any diet or fitness program, including fasting. Stock media provided by www.Pond5.com.

BONUS ALERT! Live from Facebook! Here’s the audio from my live video broadcast earlier today. This weekend I’m embarking on a new fasting adventure—an extended 3-day fast. I’ve done 24 and 16 hours regularly over the past 3 months but have become interested in the numerous health benefits like autophagy, increased secretion of growth hormone, and improvements in the immune system function that can happen when you fast for a longer period of time. This is day one—nothing new to me since I’ve fasted 24 hours before—and I feel pretty good! I’ll be back with more updates on Facebook, so make sure you go LIKE my page at www.facebook.com/kristenkacinski and you’ll see the videos as they appear. I’ll also include some audio updates right here on the podcast. Stay tuned listener! Please always check with your doctor before you attempt any diet or fitness program, including fasting. Stock media provided by www.Pond5.com.

In this weeks episode, I'm back on the topic of fasting and why it is way cooler than counting calories! You're metabolism won't slow down if you skip a meal, you won't go into starvation mode by fasting, and you're not going to burn up all your muscle for energy. This is fasting MYTH BUSTING and you're not going to want to miss this episode! Have you checked me out on Instagram yet? I'm on that platform almost every day posting easy high fat low carb meal ideas, motivation, and proof that all my muscle isn't withering away with fasting XD. Check me out @kristenkacinski !! Please make sure you check with your doctor before trying any diet or fitness program. Stock music provided by AlumoMusic and Pond5.com.

Hey! I was in Vegas last weekend! And of all the places you can go, Vegas is certainly the place where your healthy habits can fall by the wayside. This week I give you tips and tricks for "resetting" your body and your healthy habits, so by the end of your first week back you'll feel refreshed, relaxed, caught up, and healthy! Please always consult with your doctor before beginning any diet or fitness plan. Stock Media provided by AlumoMusic and Pond5.com.