Summer time can bring a bunch of emotions. For kids it may be exciting! For parents, it might be dread with a little bit of tiredness peppered in. When it comes to nutrition, summer time is a great time to re-establish healthy eating habits with your kids. Often, parents become concerned about their children's eating habits over the summer. Lack of structure, no set time or routine, and being home all day can all lead to concern. Depending on the age of your child, there are definitely things to consider to help them learn how to feed themselves!

In this episode I discuss:

- What nutrition patterns to notice in your kids.

- What many parents fear when it comes to their kids' nutrition.

- How to develop and encourage healthy habits in your kids. 

- 8 tips to consider when creating a summer time routine.

Mentioned in this episode:

Sign up for the Summer Nutrition Club for kids! Click HERE

The Student Athlete Nutrition Guide. Click HERE to purchase.

Schedule a free 20 minute consultation HERE!

More fun stuff:

 - The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide- CLICK HERE

- Sugar Reset Mini Course- Click HERE

- Connect on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM 

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Eating patterns are actions that you take around food that you repeat. Commonly thought of as a habit, patterns can be problematic when it comes to your health, especially if you aren't aware of them. From a nutritional lens, many common health issues are rooted or started by these 3 eating patterns. Issues such as brain fog, gas, bloating, malabsorption, infections, and inflammation all can be the result of these 3 patterns around food that many people recognize in themselves. Today, I go over the 3 most common patterns I see and what to do about them.

In this episode I discuss:

- The top 3 eating patterns I see in people.

- Where each of these patterns come from.

- What happens to your health when you have these patterns.

-Tips on how to change up your patterns to be more supportive. 

Mentioned in this episode:

- Schedule a free 20 minute consultation HERE!

- Episode 35- Are you a fast eater? Listen HERE!

More fun stuff:

- Sign up for the Summer Nutrition Club for kids! Click HERE

- The Student Athlete Nutrition Guide. Click HERE to purchase.

 - The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide- CLICK HERE

- Sugar Reset Mini Course- Click HERE

- Connect on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM 

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As parents we all want our kids to eat healthy. Unfortunately, our over-scheduled, over-tired, under-supported lives don't always allow for this. The health of our nation's kids is worsening with some kids as young as 5 now being diagnosed with diseases that were once considered to only affect adults. These diseases are nutrition and lifestyle related which means there are things we can DO to improve the outcome. 

Many kids are simply not receiving the nutrition education that they deserve. Many schools no longer teach nutrition or even basic cooking skills anymore. Kids are bombarded with food marketing campaigns that promote sugar-sweetened foods and drinks and put a lot of misinformation out there. Trends on social media and the ever-present diet culture all influence our kids and are forming their habits that can last a lifetime. Now is the time to change this. 

In this episode I discuss:

- Why nutrition is important for kids.

- What many parents fear when it comes to their kids' nutrition.

- Who/what is actually influencing kids' choices.

- What needs to happen for this generation of kids to learn healthy habits.

Mentioned in this episode:

Sign up for the Summer Nutrition Club for kids! Click HERE

More fun stuff:

- The Student Athlete Nutrition Guide. Click HERE to purchase.

- Schedule a free 20 minute consultation HERE!

 - The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide- CLICK HERE

- Sugar Reset Mini Course- Click HERE

- Connect on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM 

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One of the many challenges we face as parents is what to feed our kids. In the shuffle of work, school, and practices, often our nutrition gets limited to what's easiest. When this happens repeatedly, our body can become depleted. In children, especially children who are also athletes, this makes them extra susceptible to nutrition-related deficiencies and symptoms that can show up in their performance on and off the field. 

The good news is that teaching them to eat balanced and nutritionally supportive does not have to be complicated. If fact, when they know the basics, they can even make their own meals and snacks and fuel themselves properly before their games and practices. 

In this episode I discuss:

- Why nutrition is important to athletes, especially student athletes.

- Common nutrition related symptoms your child may experience if they aren't getting the right nutrition.

- Specific nutrients that athletes need and why.

- Tips on how to feed student athletes (and how to encourage them to feed themselves!).

Mentioned in this episode:

- The Student Athlete Nutrition Guide. Click HERE to purchase.

More fun stuff:

- Schedule a free 20 minute consultation HERE!

 - The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide- CLICK HERE

- Sugar Reset Mini Course- Click HERE

- Connect on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM 

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In today's fast-paced world, being busy is often seen as a badge of honor. However, how does this impact our health and the future health of our children? While being busy may be seen as a sign of success, it can have a negative impact on our health. Are the symptoms that you or your family are experiencing related to being over-scheduled? Chances are, yes!

In this episode I discuss:

- Why being 'busy' is hurting our health.

- How being busy is having a lasting impact on our kids' health.

- 3 foundational parts of health that are impacted the most.

- 3 tips to try out TODAY that will help balance your schedule and your health.

Mentioned in this episode:

- Ep 45- Fitness myths, mindset, and motivations- with Simone Mack-Orr- Click HERE to listen!

More fun stuff:

- Schedule a free 20 minute consultation HERE!

 - The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide- CLICK HERE

- Sugar Reset Mini Course- Click HERE

- Connect on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM 

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Many people feel "out of control" when it comes to sugar. It can seem like sugar is seemingly everywhere and in everything so no wonder it can seem challenging to lower it. What if lowering it, though, could improve some of the symptoms you have? If you are bugged by:

- fatigue

- digestive issues

- headaches

- joint pain

Could those be improved by reducing your sugar?

Back in January, I ran an experiment called the 14-day Sugar Experiment. This was based off of previous research that showed our cravings for sugar could be reduced or possibly eliminated in as little as 14 days. I was intrigued so I put it to the test. I walked a group of people through an experiment of our own where we reduced our sugar intake and took note of what we noticed in our health. The results were interesting!

In this episode I discuss:

- How the experiment was run.

- What participants learned about sugar in their diet.

- What participants noticed as a result from lowering sugar.

- How the many layers of a sugar craving can determine how to reduce cravings. 

Mentioned in this episode:

- The Next 14-day Sugar Experiment- click HERE to join!

More fun stuff:

- Schedule a free 20 minute consultation HERE!

 - The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide- CLICK HERE

- Sugar Reset Mini Course- Click HERE

- Connect on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM 

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In this episode, I discuss the stages of change in behavior and nutrition and how they can affect your journey towards a healthier lifestyle. We'll be exploring the different stages, including precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance, and how to identify which stage you're currently in.

We discuss:

By understanding the different stages of change in nutrition, you can better identify where you are in your journey towards a healthier lifestyle and take the necessary steps to move forward. Whether you're in the precontemplation stage or the maintenance stage, there are strategies and resources available to help you achieve your goals. Remember to stay patient and persistent, and celebrate your progress along the way!

Mentioned in this episode:

- Schedule a free 20 minute consultation HERE!

More fun stuff:

- The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide- CLICK HERE

- Sugar Reset Mini Course- Click HERE

- Connect on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM 

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Bold statement alert: You will never reach your goal, and sustain your goal, if you don't get to the heart of what's preventing you from achieving it in the first place. For many, they focus on an unwanted symptom. Whether it's weight gain, inflammation, pain, fatigue, etc. You can't heal and resolve a symptom without getting to the source of the problem. You can put a "Band-Aid" on it like crash dieting, taking pain meds, or stimulants, but the symptom will continue to surface because the root cause hasn't been addressed.

The term "root cause" gets tossed around a lot in the media and health industry now. When it comes to almost any disease or condition, nutrition is either directly or indirectly related in some way. So you could say it's a part of a root cause to most conditions, right? Or is it? You aren't at the root until nothing causes it. So what then, is the ROOT of your nutrition? I talk about this and more in this week's episode.

In this episode we talk about:

- What the root cause of most disease, illness, and symptoms is.

- The root cause behind why most diets fail (hint...it's not the fact most are unrealistic). 

- Examples of how to take your symptoms and conditions and follow it "upstream" to find the root cause.

- What YOU can do to get on a better path with your nutritional habits.

Mentioned in this episode:

- Schedule a free 20 minute consultation HERE!

More fun stuff:

- The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide- CLICK HERE

- Sugar Reset Mini Course- Click HERE

- Connect on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM 

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Do you have digestive issues? In this replay episode, we discuss the basics when it comes to why digestion can be thrown off and what to do about it. Tummy troubles, gas, bloating, constipation, and acid reflux can all be signs that your gut is struggling. For many this can be a constant problem with no end in sight. For others it may just happen every now and then. Either way, there are some things to consider and actions to take.

In this episode I cover some basics when it comes to digestive health. We are going to talk about:

And finally, action steps you can take to get your digestion back on track. So let’s do this!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Schedule a free consultation HERE!

More fun stuff:

Connect on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM

- Hidden sources of sugar- free download

- Meal Planning Guide- free download

- The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide- Click HERE

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We all have heard that we need to increase our fruits and vegetables. Eating fresh produce is "healthy" for us, right? Well what if there are toxic chemicals sprayed on them and now you are eating them multiple times per day (from the advice of your nutritionist 😅)? Organic fruits and vegetables can come with a hefty price tag and it may make you wonder, is this really worth it? In some cases, it is, but not every case. Let's talk about when to buy something organic and when to skip it so that you are confident that you are eating the healthiest foods for your family without breaking the bank.

In this episode we talk about:

- Is organic really worth it?

- What do pesticides really do to our body?

- Which foods should you definitely buy organic and which can you skip?

*Don't forget to share this with a friend or family member so they can know what to buy organic!

Mentioned in this episode:

- The Environmental Working Group website: click HERE! 

- Spring Produce and Recipe Guide- Click HERE!

- Schedule a free 20 minute consultation HERE!

- Freebies: www.foodfactornutrition.com/freebies  

More fun stuff:

- The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide- CLICK HERE

- Sugar Reset Mini Course- Click HERE

- Connect on FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM tag @foodfactornutrition and let's chat about your questions!

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