This episode covers:

• A study showing something that benefits young adults and postmenopausal women
• A product recommendation for a new protein powder that I'm loving
•  4 tactical steps to stay healthy at social events
• Two Q and As on CBD and a nut-free alternatives to nut butters

Links I mentioned during this episode:

• FREE 12 Pillars of Health webinar 8/30: https://mailchi.mp/thelyonsshare/revitalizewebinar  
• Article about heart disease studies: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/08/210804123607.htm
• Menopausal women and plant-rich diet study: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.121.021515
• Young Adults and plant-rich diet study: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.120.020718
• Hi! cricket protein powder (discount LYONS25): https://buyhi.co/
• Blog post on how to stay healthy at social events: https://meganlyons898655.typeform.com/to/B3XgOPZP
• Benefits of CBD: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2020/02/11/health-benefits-of-cbd/
• Oat Haus Granola Butter: https://oat.haus/

How to take action after listening to this episode:

• Register for the FREE Revitalize webinar at https://mailchi.mp/thelyonsshare/revitalizewebinar. Trust me - this is the best content I'll ever give away for free.  You don't want to miss it! 

This episode covers:

• An interview with Natalie Wolfe, founder of StudioHop. Natalie shares some of her own health journey with us, as well as awesome insight into fitness, healthy eating, and healthy living!

Links I mentioned during this episode:

• Natalie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thatfoodiegirl/
• Natalie's Podcast, The Fitness Insider: https://www.thefitnessinsiderpodcast.com/
• Tips to Drink More Water: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2021/07/05/how-to-drink-more-water/
• Natalie's reel on non-toxic skincare: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CP_IfglH3UC/
• Natalie's Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thatfoodiegirl/_saved/
• The Defined Dish: https://thedefineddish.com/
• Half Baked Harvest: https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/
• Pinch of Yum: https://pinchofyum.com/

How to take action after listening to this episode:

• Decide what time you WILL (not want to) go to bed tonight, and set a phone alarm for one hour before that.  When that alarm goes off, you get to turn it off and find other ways to spend your time.  Curl up with a good book, grab a mug of herbal tea and chat with your spouse or roommate, or do some gentle stretching or meditating!  Enjoy a great night's sleep!

This episode covers:

• A study about a class of food you can eat to strengthen your immune system and reduce inflammation
• A product recommendation for a snack that falls into the class of food mentioned above
• All about how to choose healthy snacks
• Two Q and As on how to increase iron without having digestive side effects and half & half

Links I mentioned during this episode:

• Study on fermented and high-fiber foods and microbiome: https://www.cell.com/cell/fulltext/S0092-8674(21)00754-6
• Article on above study: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/07/210712122151.htm
• Probiotics blog post: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2021/01/24/probiotics-vs-prebiotics-whats-the-difference-and-do-i-need-to-take-both/
• Wildbrine Kimchi: https://wildbrine.com/product/mild-kimchi-with-turmeric/
• 20 Healthy Snacks blog post: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2019/04/09/20-healthy-snack-ideas/
• Slow release iron: https://amzn.to/3idomEq
• Beef liver capsules:  https://amzn.to/36xbrbg
• 25% discount to Thrive Market: http://thrv.me/lyonsshare 

How to take action after listening to this episode:

• Consider your snack behavior. Do you think you're snacking appropriately for your goals? Are the snacks that you eat regularly balanced? If not, try to swap in one of the 20 that I mentioned today!

This episode covers:

• A study on chronic pain and diet
• A product recommendation for a cracker that I've been loving
• 3 steps to distinguish between hunger and emotional eating
• Two Q and As on cholesterol and nutrition vs. exercise 

Links I mentioned during this episode:

• Chronic pain study: https://www.nature.com/articles/s42255-021-00410-x
• Article about study: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/06/210623141644.htm
• Ella's flats crackers: https://amzn.to/3kfQvgL 
• Blog post on the 3 steps to distinguish between hunger and emotional eating: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2021/07/14/3-steps-to-distinguish-between-hunger-or-emotional-eating/
• How to Stop Emotional Eating in Its Tracks: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2018/11/06/how-to-stop-emotional-eating/
• Late Night Snacking quiz: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/freedownloads/
• How to Keep Blood Sugar Stable: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2021/03/01/how-to-keep-your-blood-sugar-stable-what-i-learned-from-wearing-a-continuous-glucose-monitor/ 
• How to Lower CHolesterol Naturally: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2018/09/11/how-to-lower-cholesterol-naturally-if-you-really-even-need-to/

How to take action after listening to this episode:

• Memorize the 3 steps so you can use them next time you're not sure if you're hungry or dealing with emotional cravings: 
  1. Physical Assessment - how are you physically feeling and are you nourished with adequate food?
  2. Emotional Assessment - what emotions could be creating the desire to eat?
  3. Make the Right Choice for You - how will you feel afterwards?  How can you truly nourish yourself?
• If you memorize these steps now, they'll be available for you next time you need them.  I can't wait to hear how they help you out!

This episode covers:

• An interview with my sister, Lindsey Verity, who shares some of her personal journey of living with type 1 diabetes. Lindsey gives some awesome tips for those of us not living with diabetes on how we can help! 

Links I mentioned during this episode:

• About Type 1 diabetes: https://www.jdrf.org/t1d-resources/about/
• Myths about Type 1 diabetes: https://jdrf.org.uk/get-involved/youth-ambassador-programme/myths/
• More myths about Type 1 diabetes: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/type-1-diabetes-facts/2020/12/31/9443ea4c-33ee-11eb-a997-1f4c53d2a747_story.html

How to take action after listening to this episode:

• Check out the links above to learn a little bit more about the myths surrounding both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. If you know someone living with diabetes, give them a shoutout to let them know that you care about them! 

This episode covers:

• A study on what kind of meals reduce risk of heart disease
• A product recommendation for one of my favorite cooking oils
• All of my best tips to help you drink more water 

Links I mentioned during this episode:

• Meal content and cardiovascular disease study: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.120.020254
• Article about above study: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/06/210623091210.htm
• Avocado oil spray: http://amzn.to/2G8QTrn
• How to choose cooking oils: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2018/04/16/what-is-the-healthiest-type-of-oil/
• Blog post on how to drink more water: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/?p=21888

How to take action after listening to this episode:

• Calculate your water intake requirement, then pick a tip or two from what we covered, and commit to implementing it every day for the rest of this week!  Notice how your energy improves, how your digestion feels a bit better, or maybe that you have fewer afternoon slumps or cravings.  Such a simple tip, with such a powerful impact!

This episode covers:

• A study on the best treatments for heart health
• A product recommendation for a sugar-free treat
• 10 tips to boost metabolism naturally

Links I mentioned during this episode:

• Heart health and emotions study: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/06/210617082738.htm
• Simply Delish pudding: https://amzn.to/2SN9F2x
• Blog post on how to boost metabolism naturally: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/?p=21858
• Intermittent Fasting episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/intermittent-fasting-go-all-in-or-shy-away/id1531030448?i=1000505898734
• Benefits of protein episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-much-protein-do-you-need/id1531030448?i=1000517027790

How to take action after listening to this episode:

• Choose one of the 10 metabolism boosting tips to focus on this week, and see how you feel when you apply it!

This episode covers:

• A study on mental health, diet, and lifestyle
• A product recommendation for a healthy granola option
• 6 tips to get back on track with your health goals
• Two Q and As on dips for veggies and supplements to reduce inflammation and bloating

Links I mentioned during this episode:

• Study on mental health and dietary patterns: https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4426/11/5/435/htm
• Article on above study: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/06/210609143348.htm
• Blog post on getting back on track with your health goals: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2020/08/25/how-to-get-back-on-track-with-your-health-goals/
• Progranola: http://amzn.to/2Dls7SM 
• Bloating episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-is-bloating-and-how-do-i-stop-it/id1531030448?i=1000512314939

How to take action after listening to this episode:

• What’s one goal where you feel you’ve gotten off track (hey, we’ve all been there!)? Use tip #4 to determine one action you can take TODAY - then take it!

This episode covers:

• A study about diabetes and weight loss
• A product recommendation for the best nutrition book I've read all year
• All about electrolytes and my recommendations for my favorite ones
• Two Q and As on snacking in moderation and peanut butter

Links I mentioned during this episode:

• Study on diabetes, weight loss, and blood pressure: https://www.springermedizin.de/antihypertensive-medication-needs-and-blood-pressure-control-wit/19211030
• Article explaining above study: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/05/210531180422.htm
• Eat Smarter book: https://amzn.to/3vbnAN2
• Blog post on the benefits of electrolytes: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/?p=21832
• Link to join newsletter: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/newsletter/
• Ultima Replenisher electrolytes (my #1 recommendation): http://amzn.to/2anqEkA 
• Nectar electrolytes: https://amzn.to/3w8wL1P
• LMNT electrolytes: https://amzn.to/3pxnBtr
• NUUN electrolytes: https://amzn.to/3g6v7YQ 

How to take action after listening to this episode:

• Consider your need for electrolytes.  Are you a heavy sweater?  Do you exercise a lot?  Do you experience any of the symptoms I mentioned?  If so, give some electrolytes a try! 

This episode covers:

• A study on a drink that promotes weight loss
• A product recommendation for a pasta substitute that you probably haven't tried
• Tips for improving your brain health through nutrition and lifestyle
• Two Q and As on cholesterol and protein bars 

Links I mentioned during this episode:

• Study on water and weight loss: https://www.clinicalnutritionjournal.com/article/S0261-5614(21)00264-8/fulltext
• Palmini pasta: https://amzn.to/2O1xz4M  
• Blog post on how to improve brain health with nutrition and lifestyle: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/?p=21811
• How to lower cholesterol naturally: https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2018/09/11/how-to-lower-cholesterol-naturally-if-you-really-even-need-to/ 
• Podcast on blood sugar balance: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-about-blood-sugar-what-i-learned-from-wearing-continuous/id1531030448?i=1000511331654 
• No Cow bars: http://amzn.to/2edYeeo 
• Garden of Life Organic Fit bars: https://amzn.to/2TWZ7vF 
• Genius Foods book: https://amzn.to/2KQJ4sW
• Brain Maker book: https://amzn.to/2TlPYPj
• Food: What the Heck Should I Eat book: https://amzn.to/2liMWXN

How to take action after listening to this episode:

• Think about one step you can take to improve your brain health.  Set a calendar reminder to do this thing every day this week.  See how you feel, and let me know!