Beyond Budgets Podcast

Wellness as Wealth: Functional Medicine, Family Nutrition & Travel with Rita Johnson


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In this empowering episode, Deb Meyer talks with holistic health advocate Rita Johnson about how physical wellness impacts financial strength. They dive into functional medicine, family nutrition on a budget, simple food swaps, and how Rita's family of eight travels internationally without breaking the bank.

Episode Highlights
  • (04:38) Functional medicine basics – How to bridge the gap between feeling "off" and needing a diagnosis.

  • (06:45) Nutrition hacks – Prioritize protein, reduce hidden sugars, and try DIY staples.

  • (12:10) Feeding picky eaters – Mix of tough love, one-meal rules, and smart "food hiding" tactics.

  • (18:50) Healthy eating on a budget – Frozen veggies, bulk protein sources, and home-cooked meals.

  • (26:41) Exercise strategies – Home workouts, accountability, and when a personal trainer is worth it.

  • (30:27) Affordable family travel – Budget airlines, Airbnb, and traveling while remote working.

  • (46:37)Opportunity fund mindset – Save for joyful experiences, not just emergencies.

Related Episodes
  • Episode 32 – Bucket Lists, Balance & Building Wellness Discover how aligning physical, emotional, and financial wellness leads to stronger earnings and better life outcomes.
  • Episode 10 – Crafting a Saving Strategy for Bold Family Adventures Learn how to build an "opportunity fund" for travel, starting a business, or renovating your home.

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