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When I was a competitive ski racer, mastering the "whirlybird" spin was one of the toughest—and most crucial—skills. Skiers repeat this move again and again, so when wipeouts happen, they can handle them with calm and control, avoiding panic or injury. Our health journey works the same way. Setbacks and obstacles are inevitable, but it’s how we prepare and respond that truly shapes our success.

In this episode, I’ll show you how practicing for those inevitable “wipeouts” before they happen can keep you steady on your health path. You’ll discover how to pinpoint your most common derailments, create backup plans that actually work, and build the mental resilience to bounce back fast when life throws you off course. Because the people who succeed aren't the ones who never face challenges—they're the ones who get really good at working through them.

References

Tonya Spanglo (@takingmylifebackat42): Video

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Audio Stamps

01:43 - Dr. Rentea reflects on the grounding power of simple pleasures during challenging times.

03:25 - How practicing for setbacks builds the skill to stay on track when obstacles hit.

07:42 - Why being prepared helps you make the next best decision and stay on track.

10:37 - Planning ahead for setbacks like fast food temptations equips you to make more supportive choices in the moment.

13:50 - The 30/30 Program offers community and guidance to help you put the planning strategies from today’s episode into practice.

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If your homemade meals never quite hit the mark and cooking feels more frustrating than fun, you’re not alone.  Not everyone (myself included!) is a master chef, but understanding a few key fundamentals can completely change the way you feel in the kitchen.

In this episode, I’m joined by food writer and former butcher shop owner Steve Sabicer to uncover the small changes that make a big difference. We dive into the top three mistakes home cooks make, the essential tools worth having, and the food chemistry tricks that instantly boost flavor.

From proper knife care and cast iron confidence to why fats and acids matter way more than you think, this conversation is full of practical, no-fuss tips to help you feel more confident in the kitchen—and finally enjoy the food you make.

References

Connect with Steve:

Enlightened Omnivore Substack

Article: The Enlightened Kitchen: Simple Suggestions for Reluctant Home Cooks

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05:30 - Today’s guest, Steve Sabicer, shares how his work as a food writer explores the deeper meaning of food beyond just fuel.

07:15 - Steve recommends key tools to start cooking with confidence, including a high quality chef’s knife and essential pans.

18:12 - The top three mistakes new cooks make that hold back flavor (and how to avoid them).

24:55 - Steve reveals the simple flavor secrets that can transform any sauce from flat to fabulous—without starting from scratch.

36:20 - Making broth is an easy, sustainable, and flavorful way to create nutritious homemade stock that saves money and reduces waste.

42:57 - Simple, protein-rich meal ideas and tips for preparing cauliflower rice.

52:19 - General tips and considerations for freezing food safely and preserving quality.

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

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In this episode of Your Friday Five, Dr. Matthea dives into the underrated power of mastery—what it means, how it builds over time, and why chasing the basics can take you further than constant novelty. Inspired by a speaker who’s delivered over 13,000 talks, she reflects on how consistent small tweaks in her own health routines (hello, walking and protein!) have paid off more than all-or-nothing efforts. If you’ve been tempted to overhaul everything, this episode is your reminder to go back to the foundations—and master them.

💡 Plus, don’t miss the reminder about registering for the September 30/30 Program before the shipping cutoff!

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What if being an "A+ student" with your health is actually keeping you stuck?

That’s exactly what Marnie discovered when she joined my 30/30 Program. A registered nurse who had struggled with weight her whole life, Marnie approached health like everything else—with perfect charts, detailed tracking, and flawless rule-following. But that perfectionist mindset was fueling a cycle of burnout and frustration.

In this episode, Marnie shares the moment she realized her task-master mentality was actually self-sabotage—and how letting go of perfection finally unlocked real, sustainable change.

We cover:

• Why “there’s no right way to start” 
• How doing less led to better results for Marnie
• The power of “accept and allow” versus restriction and control
• Why lasting change comes from small pivots, not drastic overhauls
• Practical meal planning tips and systems that fit real life

Marnie’s story shows that lasting health isn’t about perfect execution — it’s about sustainable habits you can actually live with. If you’re tired of the all-or-nothing grind, this episode will completely shift how you think about your health journey.

References

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Audio Stamps

00:00 - Reminder that enrollment is now LIVE for the September round of The 30/30 Program.

04:12 - Dr. Rentea introduces Marnie, a registered nurse with a powerful personal health journey and an unshakable commitment to helping others.

10:35 - Reminder that there’s no perfect way to start a health journey

16:45 - Tips for how to start and keep going when feeling stuck.

27:15 - How Marnie’s meal planning grew from strict prep to simple, doable routines that work long-term.

33:27 -  Mindful, intentional enjoyment of fear foods helps prevent overeating and builds long-term balance.

36:47 - Marnie shares her routine, highlighting the importance

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In this week's Friday Five, Dr. Rentea dives into a critical question: How long are you prepared to push for the life and body you’ve always wanted? We unpack why real change isn’t instantaneous—especially if years of habits and self-talk have to be swapped for something new—and how commitment and grit help you see it through.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why new healthy habits won’t instantly feel easy
• How to rewire your mindset toward long-term consistency
• A powerful reframing tool for self-talk on tough days (“Today, I refuse to be mean to myself”)
• A deeper look at the September round of the 30/30 program — now with a bonus members-only WhatsApp community through January
• A first look at the intimate 2026 retreat for program graduates

👉 Ready to truly fight for your future self? Registration for the September 30/30 round (with WhatsApp support through the holidays) is open now—space is limited. Reach out with questions at [email protected].

Have an amazing weekend, and remember: you can do hard things.

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

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If you’ve ever felt powerless around food, it’s not because you’re lacking discipline. It’s because your hunger hormones are in the driver’s seat.

Behind the scenes, hunger hormones like ghrelin, leptin, cortisol, and insulin are constantly working to regulate your appetite and energy. But when things like poor sleep, skipped meals, or a diet heavy in processed foods throw those hormones off balance, it can feel like your cravings are calling the shots.

That’s exactly why I created the FREE 3-Day Hunger Hormone Reset Mini Video Series—to help you stop blaming yourself and start working with your hormones instead of against them.

This episode gives you a sneak peek into one key player: ghrelin, your body's internal food radar. We’ll explore why it ramps up cravings, how to calm it, and how one simple breakfast swap helped one patient bring their pre-diabetic A1C back into a healthy range.

References

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Audio Stamps

01:32 - Dr. Rentea introduces her FREE 3-Day Hunger Hormone Reset Mini Video Series, which condenses a decade of experience into three short videos and PDF guide.

04:10 - Today’s episode focuses on the hunger hormone ghrelin, which drives hunger and heightens food awareness.

05:33 - Discover three key factors which can increase ghrelin levels.

07:42 - Learn why prioritizing protein at breakfast (and every meal) is crucial for managing hunger hormones.

10:00 - The difference between eating at early hunger versus late hunger and why timing matters.

11:23 - Additional strategies like food pairing and reducing ultra-processed foods to optimize ghrelin.

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

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In today’s quick Friday Five, Dr. Matthea shares a powerful quote that’s stuck with her for months: “Sometimes it has to be more painful to stay the same than it is to change.” Whether it’s nighttime snacking, movement motivation, or getting stuck in a rut with meals, this episode explores how discomfort can actually be your biggest catalyst for growth.

You’ll hear:

• Why emotional eating often surfaces in the evening
• Four practical strategies to approach nighttime snacking
• How Dr. Matthea uses discomfort as a signal for change
• A peek into her favorite protein mug cake recipe using Devotion Nutrition (use code DrMatthea at checkout to save on devotionnutrition.com)

Tune in for a mindset shift that could spark your next breakthrough—plus an easy recipe you’ll want to try this weekend!

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

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You know the feeling: you start a new health habit with enthusiasm, but within days (or hours), that inner voice kicks in. "This five-minute walk doesn't even count." "Why bother with one vegetable when I should be meal prepping for the entire week?" "If I can't do it perfectly, I might as well not do it at all."

If that sounds familiar, you're caught in the perfectionism trap—and it's quietly sabotaging every health goal you set. The problem isn't your lack of willpower or motivation. It's that you've been conditioned to believe that anything less than perfect isn't worth doing. So you end up doing nothing, stuck in an endless cycle of elaborate plans that never get started and ambitious goals that always fall short.

But what if those "insignificant" five-minute moments were actually the secret to lasting change? What if good enough was not only okay—but the key to everything you want?

In this episode, I break down why perfectionism is the real enemy of progress and share two powerful strategies that will transform how you think about health habits.

References

Kara Loewentheil: Perfectionist Fantasies + Tomorrow Thinking

Atomic Habits by James Clear

Audio Stamps

00:30 - Dr. Rentea defines perfectionism as "never good enough" and explains why 99% of people dismiss their health progress and set unrealistic goals.

02:58 - The farmer analogy: How five-minute health actions accumulate like harvesting crops to fill your wellness "pantry" over time.

07:20 - "Don't miss it twice" - the key strategy for maintaining health momentum when life gets in the way.

12:52 -  How to go from "passive action" (consuming content) to "massive action" (actually implementing one small change).

15:48 - James Clear's insights on what prevents people from reaching potentia

All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.

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