Wellness Myths

Emotional eating is something we all struggle with from time to time. Whether it’s the classic ice cream pint on the couch post-breakup or using food to find pleasure at the end of a hard day, food is comfort. But is that a bad thing? The girls of Wellness Myths are here to break it down for you.

Emily delves into the various types of hunger and the ways we use food as a coping mechanism. Expect to leave this episode armed with insightful knowledge to get curious about your own emotional eating habits!

Reach out to Emily on her website: https://www.emilyraewellness.com 
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You’ve been told for YEARS now that a gluten free diet or food is inherently healthier than the alternative. Is this really true??

The girls of Wellness Myths delve into why people might ‘feel better’ on a GF diet, the true origins of this trend, and give you a quick guide on how to proceed with a suspected gluten sensitivity.

Expect stories about past wars, college projects, and of *course* the obligatory Kardashian reference.

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Have you ever thought about meditation? Maybe you’ve heard it’s too difficult, you have to sit completely still, you can’t think of what you’re having for dinner later... Emily is here to tell you those are all MYTHS! We’re launching a beginners series on meditation every Monday morning- start your week off with some mindfulness that will feel accessible and impactful.

Do you wake up feeling less than ready to take on the day? Does your mind race with thoughts of the to-do list and anxiety upon waking? This one is for you. Today's episode will guide you through a meditation to encourage a sense of energy and wellbeing first thing in the morning.

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Gut health is one of the buzziest words in wellness right now. How much of this term is all hype and how much is this term *actually* related to your health? Let's find out!

Emily goes solo this week to interview registered dietitian and gut health expert Amanda Sauceda. You'll learn about healthy bowel movements (yes, we GO there), the truth behind digestive enzymes, and the links between stress and gut health. Expect to walk away from this episode armed with the knowledge to improve your digestive health + wellness.

Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guthealth.nutritionist
Contact Amanda on her website: https://amandasauceda.com/

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Have you ever gotten food poisoning before? Not sure when it’s time to pitch that melon you cut up last week? Do you throw food out 12 hours after the printed expiration date?

Join the girls of Wellness Myths as they gain insight into the world of food safety with registered dietitian Anna Gustafson. Expect to hear about the real truth behind expiration dates, Vanessa’s past E.Coli infection, and learn what trendy beauty treatment originates from a truly terrifying food borne illness.

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Links from the show
USDA home canning guide: https://nchfp.uga.edu/publications/publications_usda.html


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There are SO MANY fad diets out there in the land of diet culture these days that it's getting hard to keep up with all of them. In this episode, the girls of Wellness Myths analyze one of the more popular diet apps- NOOM.

Listeners will learn all about the red flags to watch out for in wellness marketing, the co-optive nature of diets when it comes to intuitive eating, and the long list of cons to going on restrictive diets. Expect to hear about soups, salads, and many disparaging remarks about predatory corporations profiting off of your negative body image.


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Emily is available for intuitive eating counseling at https://www.emilyraewellness.com

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Well folks, we're almost into the warmer months and you know what that means- you're about to become even more dehydrated than usual. We all know one of the world's universal truths is that we aren't drinking nearly enough water. Expect to hear all about electrolytes, the dangers of both dehydration AND over hydration, tips to increase your personal water intake, and Vanessa's beef with Gatorade products.

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Have you ever thought about meditation? Maybe you’ve heard it’s too difficult, you have to sit completely still, you can’t think of what you’re having for dinner later... Emily is here to tell you those are all MYTHS! We’re launching a beginners series on meditation every Monday morning- start your week off with some mindfulness that will feel accessible and impactful.

This week's episode will guide you through a technique called sama vritti (equal breathing) designed to ease anxiety and bring about a sense of calmness.

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Have you ever had a massage before? Does it seem out of reach or maybe you’re looking for a some at-home body work techniques? You’re in the right place! 

The girls of Wellness Myths talk to Cecelia this week surrounding the benefits of massage therapy both physically and emotionally. Massage might be too expensive and unattainable for some folks- they’ve got you coveted with at-home body work techniques that will help you relieve tension and alleviate pain. Expect discussion about human touch, the dangers of automatic massage guns, and interesting facts about bamboo!

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Probiotics! Gut Health! The micro biome! Buzz words! 

The hosts of Wellness Myths are here to help listeners sift through the bevy of misinformation surrounding probiotics and how to use them. Expect to learn all about prebiotics (not a typo!), supplements, the effect antibiotics have on the gut, and the benefits of fermented foods. You’ll hear all about Vanessa and Emily’s current digestive woes, what liquor pairs best with kombucha, and a surprising lack of Kardashian references (IYKYK).

If you're interested in GI Map testing, sign up through Vanessa's website: https://www.nutritionforgals.com

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