If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the health advice out there, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by functional nutritionist, author, and educator Margaret Floyd Barry, who shares a grounded, encouraging path for moving from information overload to lasting results.

She wrote two wonderful books to share health information in an easily understandable format. Her first book, Eat Naked, dispels misconceptions about nutrition and empowers readers to adopt a whole-foods approach to eating. A year later, she followed up with a cookbook, The Naked Foods Cookbook, which she co-authored with her husband, Chef James Barry, to make healthy, delicious cooking accessible to even the most culinary-challenged.

Today, Margaret explains how trusting your instincts, taking small doable steps, and finding the proper support can transform your journey, especially when it comes to gut health and bone strength. We also discuss the importance of celebrating progress, avoiding perfectionism, and fostering an environment that supports success.

Whether you’re just starting out or trying to get back on track, this conversation serves as a reminder that no action is too small, and momentum starts with one step. You’ll leave feeling hopeful, empowered, and ready to move forward in a way that truly works for you.

 

“Here's the reality: The maybe slightly less than perfect thing that you will actually do is way better than the perfect solution that you won't." ~ Margaret Floyd Barry, FNTP, MRWP

 

In this episode:

- [02:43] - The shocking amount of daily information we consume

- [06:01] - How to know what step is right for you

- [08:10] - The truth about “perfect” wellness plans

- [12:51] - What to do when you fall off track

- [15:02] - How to turn a setback into progress

- [17:52] - The power of community and environment for success

- [24:32] - When it’s time to work with a health practitioner

- [26:16] - Details about Margaret's training program

- [28:36] - What the human body is capable of doing

- [32:57] - The secret to making wellness habits stick

- [36:08] - Why the gut is the key to your healing 

- [38:18] - Margaret’s free event to help you go deeper

 

Resources mentioned

- Clinical Success Showcase (Free) June 2nd- June 5th https://restorativewellnesssolutions.ontraport.com/t?orid=30372&opid=32

- Find a Restorative Wellness Practitioner - https://restorativewellnesssolutions.com/find-a-practitioner/

- Margaret Floyd Barry, FNTP Master RWP CGP websites - www.restorativewellnesssolutions.com and www.margaretfloydbarry.com

- Osteoporosis Exercises to Strengthen Your Bones and Prevent Fractures (free) - http://tinyurl.com/osteoporosisexercises 

 

More about Margie

- Website - https://margiebissinger.com/ 

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Margie-Bissinger-MS-PT-CHC-100063542905332/ 

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/margiebissinger/?hl=en 

 

DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast.

 

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