Parhaat Nutrition Coaching Podcastit (2025)

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130. When You “Know What to Do,” But You’re Just Not Doing It (For Weight Loss, Health, and Longevity) 13:16

3d ago13:16

13:16

If you’ve ever thought, “I know what I should do, I’m just not doing it," this episode is for you. Lisa Oldson, M.D. shares why it’s completely normal to struggle with follow through, even when you know what works for your health, weight, and wellness. Learn how asking for help, hiring support, or building accountability can make change easier, mor…

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014 | Emotional Eating in Perimenopause: What Your Cravings Are Trying to Tell You 15:27

6d ago15:27

15:27

What if your cravings aren’t the problem—but a message from a deeper place? In this episode, we explore emotional eating in perimenopause through a compassionate, story-centered lens—one that listens rather than shames. Because sometimes, what you need isn’t more willpower—it’s someone to sit beside you and listen with love. If you’re ready for per…

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129. Weight Loss for Women: The Power of Habits and Guilt-Free Self-Care 9:11

10d ago9:11

9:11

In today's episode, Lisa Oldson, MD, talks about the guilt that so many women feel when taking time for self-care, and how that guilt can sabotage even our best intentions around weight loss and wellness. Using insights from habit science, Dr. Lisa explains how to change your mindset, build routines that last, and make self-care a natural part of y…

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128. Behind The Scenes Interview With Lisa Oldson, MD, Weight Loss Specialist (Interviewed by Author and Marketing Expert Bridget Brennan) 21:37

17d ago21:37

21:37

Earlier this year, we released an episode with author and marketing guru Bridget Brennan, who happens to also be a dear friend of Dr. Lisa. Bridget interviewed Dr. Lisa for episode 100 in order to pull back the curtains a bit for our loyal listeners. Today, we’re releasing PART 2 of that interview. Dr. Lisa will be back next week to help you with s…

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127. Weight Loss on the Road: How to Get Your Ducks in a Row Before You Travel 16:28

24d ago16:28

16:28

When life gets busy with travel, weddings, or family events, healthy eating can feel impossible. In this practical episode, Lisa Oldson, MD, shares a story about her client Carol, her son Avi, and what it really means to “get your ducks in a row.” You’ll learn three simple, doable strategies for eating well when you’re on the road or facing a hecti…

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126. Avoid the Pumpkin Spice Trap: How To Stay On Track With Weight Loss This Fall 15:55

1M ago15:55

15:55

This week, Lisa Oldson, MD explores the pumpkin spice craze and how small seasonal habits can quietly sabotage your health goals. Learn what’s really in your favorite pumpkin spice creamer and how to enjoy fall treats mindfully, without guilt, without weight gain, and without the sugar crash. Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during …

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013 | When Even Simple Is Hard — 3 Gentle Rhythms of Self-Care for Christian Women in Perimenopause 17:51

1M ago17:51

17:51

You know those days when even simple feels hard? When meals, rest, and everyday care take more energy than you have to give? In this episode, Bethany shares three gentle rhythms of self-care for Christian women walking through perimenopause and the stormy seasons of midlife. You’ll learn how to simplify nourishment, release perfection, and find rhy…

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125. The Magic Secret To Sustainable Weight Loss Doesn’t Come In A Package 16:19

1M ago16:19

16:19

Tired of fad diets, trendy supplements, or “quick-fix” weight loss hacks? Lisa Oldson, MD shares her five secrets to sustainable weight loss, from sitting with cravings to reading ingredient labels and staying actively engaged in your health journey. Learn practical, science-backed strategies for lasting weight loss, better habits, and a healthier,…

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124. Compounded GLP-1 Medications For Weight Loss…Risks, Realities, and How To Make SMART Decisions For Your Health 16:03

2M ago16:03

16:03

Are compounded GLP-1 meds like semaglutide and tirzepatide a smart shortcut or a risky gamble? In this episode, Dr. Lisa breaks down the real risks, pros & cons, and expert recommendations around using compounded versions of Wegovy, Ozempic, and Zepbound. If you’re curious about affordable options for weight loss medications, or wondering if compou…

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123. Do the Easy Things First: A Weight Loss, Health and Longevity Framework That Works 12:35

2M ago12:35

12:35

Do you really need to "eat the frog" and start with the hardest changes to lose weight and improve your health? Not at all. In this episode, Dr. Lisa shares her four-part framework for deciding which habits are worth your time and energy. You’ll hear stories from her own life and her clients' experiences, showing why addressing easy habits with a b…

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122. Mindset Over Willpower: Using Psychology To Transform Weight Loss and Improve Your Healthspan 10:53

2M ago10:53

10:53

If you’ve ever felt like you just don’t have enough willpower to lose weight, this episode is for you. Dr. Lisa shares research from psychologists Dr. Traci Mann, Dr. Wendy Wood, and Dr. Ellen Langer to show why willpower isn’t the answer , and to reveal what actually works instead. You’ll learn how to shape your environment, build healthy habits, …

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012 | The Waves Will Not Overcome You: 3 Healthy Coping Strategies for Midlife Grief & Overwhelm 19:39

2M ago19:39

19:39

In this episode, Bethany Thomson shares 3 healthy coping strategies for midlife women walking through grief and crisis—reminding you that the waves will not overcome you. If you’ve ever felt undone by grief, overwhelm, or emotions that rise like turbulent waves, you are not alone. Bethany—a Registered Dietitian, functional nutritionist, and holisti…

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121. Breast Cancer Prevention: 5 Lifestyle Changes That Can Lower Your Risk 15:46

2M ago15:46

15:46

One in eight women will face a breast cancer diagnosis in her lifetime, but research shows that up to 70% of cases may be preventable through lifestyle choices. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson explores the most powerful, science-backed ways to reduce your risk (in addition to mammograms). You’ll learn why smoking and alcohol matter more than many …

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011 | Rest Is Not a Reward: Reframing Margin as Stewardship for Christian Women in Perimenopause and Midlife 17:36

2M ago17:36

17:36

Discover how true rest restores body and soul—fueling hormone balance, energy, and resilience for Christian women in midlife. So many women in midlife carry the hidden story: “If I rest, I’ll fall behind.” Or “If I stop, everyone will think less of me.” But here’s the truth—rest is not a reward. In perimenopause and menopause, rest is stewardship. …

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120. Weight Loss Without Willpower: How Healthy Habits Make Success Automatic 14:06

2M ago14:06

14:06

Think thin people have more willpower? Think again. In this episode, Dr. Lisa explains why sustainable weight loss has nothing to do with superhuman discipline and everything to do with building SMART, automatic habits. From skipping the cookie aisle to stacking new routines on old ones, you’ll learn practical strategies to make healthy choices eff…

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010 | Bonus Life Coaching Session: Create Your Daily Anchor Rhythm for Perimenopause 23:21

3M ago23:21

23:21

When midlife feels scattered or overwhelming, even one daily rhythm can steady your heart and body. In this bonus life coaching session of Nourishing Her Midlife Rest: Body & Soul, Bethany walks you step-by-step through creating your own Daily Anchor Rhythm—a simple, life-giving practice that brings stability during perimenopause and beyond. With t…

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119. The Secret to Sustainable Weight Loss: Nail It, or SNAIL IT, In Five Easy Steps 15:36

3M ago15:36

15:36

If you’ve ever felt frustrated because your weight loss feels too slow, this episode is for you. Dr. Lisa talks about why so many people quit on themselves when the scale doesn’t move fast enough, and why that’s often a mistake. You’ll hear about Kathy, a client who lost 70 pounds over four years, and why her “snail’s pace” transformation may be th…

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009 | Finding Your Steady in Perimenopause: One Simple Anchor to Prevent Burnout 16:58

3M ago16:58

16:58

Finding Your Steady in Perimenopause: One Simple Anchor to Prevent Burnout Midlife and perimenopause can feel like everything is shifting at once — your hormones, your energy, your roles at home and work, even your sense of identity. In the middle of all that change, it’s easy to drift into exhaustion and burnout. In this episode, Bethany Thomson —…

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118. Dr. Lisa Spills The Tea About Orforglipron, The Affordable Weight Loss Pill Option That’s Awaiting FDA Approval 13:51

3M ago13:51

13:51

If injectable weight loss drugs like Zepbound can help people lose 20% of their weight, what about a once-a-day pill that achieves 12% weight loss, without the needles and sky-high cost? In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD shares Andrea’s journey through the maze of weight loss medications and introduces the promising new drug orforglipron. You’ll hea…

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008 | How to Start Balancing Your Hormones in Midlife: A Practice for Peace & Nervous System Regulation 12:06

3M ago12:06

12:06

Feeling stretched thin in midlife? Between perimenopause shifts, stress, and the everyday pull of responsibilities, your nervous system may feel like it’s running on overdrive. And here’s the truth: you can’t balance your hormones if your body is stuck in survival mode. In this episode of Nourishing Her Midlife Rest: Body & Soul, Bethany Thomson (R…

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117. Weight Loss, Health, and the Lie We’ve Been Fed- Why Ultra-Processed Foods Are the New Cigarettes 21:04

3M ago21:04

21:04

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Lisa calls out the real culprit sabotaging your weight loss and health: ultra-processed foods. What if we told you that quitting them is as hard, and as necessary, as quitting smoking? For those of you who are caretakers of any sort, this is critical for you, and for those you love. The food industry doesn’t want yo…

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007 | 3 Holistic Self-Care Habits Every Mom in Perimenopause Needs for Hormone Health and Stress Relief 18:36

3M ago18:36

18:36

Discover 3 simple self-care habits to balance hormones, reduce stress, and feel more grounded in perimenopause—no matter how full your season feels. Feeling the pace pick up as we head into a new season? Whether your kids are in school or not, this time of year can stir up stress, hormonal shifts, and a sense of running on fumes—especially in perim…

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116. Chronic Stress In Women…How It Hijacks Our Hormones And Our Weight Loss Goals (And What We Can Do About It!) 15:54

3M ago15:54

15:54

In today's episode of the SWLC Podcast, Lisa Oldson, MD opens up about an intensely personal period of acute stress, and uses that story to jump into the science behind chronic stress, hormonal shifts, and weight gain in women. If you've ever wondered why it's harder to lose weight when you're overwhelmed, burned out, or constantly caring for every…

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115. The Truth About Calories: Why Exercise Isn’t the Key to Weight Loss 12:15

4M ago12:15

12:15

Is your desk job really to blame for stubborn weight gain? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down a groundbreaking global study led by Duke University researchers that challenges everything we’ve been told about calories, movement, and weight loss. Discover why total daily calorie burn is nearly the same in goat herders and office…

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006 | Midlife Crisis or Perimenopause Symptoms? Encouragement for Christian Women Facing Hormone Changes, Emotional Stress, and Trauma Recovery in Their 40s and 50s 15:28

4M ago15:28

15:28

Are you facing emotional stress, exhaustion, or identity questions in your 40s or 50s? Wondering if it’s a midlife crisis—or perimenopause symptoms no one prepared you for? In this compassionate, faith-rooted episode, Bethany offers encouragement and clarity for Christian women navigating hormone changes, emotional overwhelm, and the deeper healing…

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114. Longevity by Design: How Your Shoes, Your Home, and the Stairs You Take Affect Your Health and Weight (Part 2) 11:35

4M ago11:35

11:35

In Part 2 of this two-part series, Dr. Lisa shifts gears from short-term food choices to the daily habits and decisions that shape your long-term health, weight, and mobility. This episode explores how seemingly simple choices, like buying slip-on shoes or living in a one-story ranch, can quietly influence your strength, stability, and even your li…

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005 | How to Nourish Your Midlife Body Without Shame: Faith-Rooted Nutrition for Perimenopause & Beyond 16:34

4M ago16:34

16:34

A gentle invitation to reimagine how you care for your body and your soul as a midlife Christian woman. By the time many Christian women reach midlife—especially in perimenopause or menopause—our relationship with nourishment often feels tangled. Maybe your body no longer responds the way it used to. Maybe you’re weary from years of denying your ne…

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004 | Why Am I So Tired? The Path to Rest and Recovery for Christian Women Navigating Fatigue & Soul Exhaustion in Perimenopause, Menopause & Midlife 9:05

4M ago9:05

9:05

If you’ve been doing all the “right things” but still feel weary—body and soul—this episode is for you. Bethany invites you to pause, reflect, and consider that your fatigue may not be a failure… but a sacred signal. This is a grace-filled conversation about what it means to stop pushing through and begin practicing true rest and stress recovery—es…

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113. 35,000 Daily Decisions: How Small Choices Shape Your Health, Weight, and Longevity (Part 1) 16:17

4M ago16:17

16:17

What do slip-on Skechers, ranch-style homes, and marshmallow fluff have to do with wellness and weight loss? A lot more than you’d think. In this first part of a two-part series, Dr. Lisa takes you inside the 35,000 micro-decisions we make each day, and how many of them, if repeated, quietly shape our health, metabolism, and even how long we live. …

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112. Simple Pleasures vs. The Food Carnival: Rewriting the Vacation Narrative For Weight Loss and Wellness 16:18

4M ago16:18

16:18

Can you really enjoy vacation or host friends without overindulging in junk food? YES. YOU. CAN. In this episode, Dr. Lisa shares highlights from the best weekend ever...A trip to rural Michigan filled with simple pleasures, intentional meals, and meaningful reconnection with old friends. She'll talk about the common “vacation = food carnival” thou…

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003 | Daily Rhythms for Perimenopause: How Christian Women Can Find Peace & Steady Energy in Midlife 15:40

4M ago15:40

15:40

Feeling scattered? Discover a simple, soul-aligned rhythm to help anchor your day with peace, purpose, and presence. If you’ve ever ended your day feeling like you worked non-stop but still didn’t do what mattered—this episode is for you. In this heartfelt episode, Bethany shares her personal journey from hustle and exhaustion to grounded intention…

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111. When Creating New Healthy Habits Feels Impossible (Habit Change For Weight Loss, Longevity, and Wellness) 13:24

5M ago13:24

13:24

Ever feel like your new habits are stuck in “I’ll start Monday” mode? In this episode, Dr. Lisa shares a story about her client’s husband, and her own six-month delay in starting a shuffle dance class, to explore why habit change feels so hard. You’ll learn how perfectionism, time expectations, and lack of reward can stall progress, and how to use …

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002 | The Grace of Enough: A Midlife Christian Woman’s Invitation to Pause, Nourish, and Return to Presence 15:32

5M ago15:32

15:32

A gentle reflection on the pull to keep going, the struggle to stop, and the grace that comes when we return to simple practices of rest, nourishment, and presence. This episode was recorded on a quiet drive at the end of a creative, slightly chaotic day. In these gentle minutes, I reflect on the deep pull to keep producing—even when my body and sp…

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110. PCOS, Insulin Resistance, and Grandma Dot: Understanding Hormones, Weight & Metabolic Health 18:32

5M ago18:32

18:32

In this episode, Dr. Lisa takes a deep dive into PCOS, insulin resistance, and their link to weight gain and metabolic health, using a story about her quirky Grandma Dot to explain how insulin works. Learn how hormones like insulin, leptin, cortisol, ghrelin, and GLP-1 interact in women with PCOS, and why this condition persists beyond menopause. D…

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001 | When Is Enough, Enough? An Invitation to Midlife Christian Women to Return to Rest 13:32

5M ago13:32

13:32

A short, honest reflection recorded from the road—on the pressure to do more, the overwhelm that creeps in, and the grace of letting faithfulness—not perfection—be your guide. A Quiet Invitation to Release the Pressure and Let Faithfulness Be Your Guide This episode was recorded in the car after a moment of overwhelm—when all my to-dos, ideas, and …

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109. Retatrutide: Why This Next-Gen Weight Loss Med Has Everyone Talking 17:00

5M ago17:00

17:00

Today’s episode dives into Retatrutide—the upcoming “Triple G” weight loss medication creating major buzz. Dr. Lisa shares the science behind this powerful GLP-1 / GIP / glucagon receptor agonist, explains why it’s being called the “Taylor Swift of meds,” and answers common questions from a recent women’s summer event. From dramatic weight loss res…

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000 | Welcome to Faith-Rooted Nutrition & Hormone Support for Christian Women in Perimenopause and Midlife Seasons 5:40

5M ago5:40

5:40

Gentle reflections, grounding rhythms, and faith-rooted nourishment for Christian women in midlife—especially those navigating perimenopause, soul fatigue, or hormone imbalance. In this foundational welcome episode, Bethany Thomson—functional dietitian, Christian life coach, and mama of five—shares the heart behind The Ingrained Living Pathway. Thi…

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108. Pride, Pain, Weight Loss & Lemon Bars: Navigating Hate with Hope and Healing 16:19

5M ago16:19

16:19

In this deeply personal and emotional episode, Dr. Lisa recounts a harrowing experience of verbal assault while en route to a local Pride parade. Through humor, vulnerability, and education, she explores the connection between hormones, stress, and emotional eating, especially in the face of trauma. Along the way, moments of unexpected kindness off…

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107. Weight Loss Wisdom & Cookie Detours 16:10

5M ago16:10

16:10

What do a weird car noise, two insanely good cookies, and your weight loss journey have in common? Way more than you think. In this episode, Dr. Lisa shares a personal (and oddly delicious) story about a recurring thunking noise in her car and how it led her to rethink her approach to treats, cravings, and using planning to create freedom around fo…

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106. Categorical Self Binding For Weight Loss, Longevity, and Even Cancer Prevention 17:40

6M ago17:40

17:40

Today, Dr. Lisa explores categorical self binding, a strategy where you intentionally avoid entire categories of food (like sugary drinks or ultra-processed snacks) to support weight loss, metabolic health, and potentially even cancer prevention. Unlike relying on willpower, binding creates systems that make healthier choices easier and more automa…

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105. Weight Loss With GLP-1 Agonist Medications, Sarcopenic Obesity, Muscle Loss, and Protein Intake 19:38

6M ago19:38

19:38

Sarcopenic obesity is when we have an imbalance in our body composition with too much fat tissue and not enough muscle tissue. Not everyone who carries excess weight has this, but for those who do, the health and functional impact is tremendous. It changes everything from how long you live, to your risk of diabetes, heart attacks, and ability to cl…

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104. Coffee May Help You Live Longer, Healthier, Impact Your Weight, Heart Health, Brain Health & Risk For Diabetes, But HOW You Drink Your Coffee Matters 16:50

6M ago16:50

16:50

There is an abundance of data on the impact of coffee drinking on health. Dr. Lisa shares the data on the way coffee impacts our risk for premature death, diabetes, depression, heart disease, stroke, Parkinson's disease, dementia, and other health conditions. She also dives in to the impact of coffee on weight loss, of course. And for those taking …

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103. Take These Steps To Reduce Stress & Anxiety (For Weight Loss & Better Health!) 17:22

6M ago17:22

17:22

Life throws us massive stress at times, but what about the daily worries that impact our stress hormones, and through that, impact our weight, our longevity, and our metabolic health? Sometimes we inadvertently choose thoughts that create undue anxiety, but we don't have to go there. Today, Dr. Lisa walks us through some ways to stop over-activatin…

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102. Dr. Lisa’s 3 Step Plan To Tame Food Desire When You’re Trying To Lose Weight & Improve Your Health 13:17

7M ago13:17

13:17

If you find healthy eating and weight loss challenging because you struggle with desire for certain foods, Dr. Lisa's 3 step plan to tame food desire is exactly what you need. There's nothing wrong with wanting treats, and for having them at times, but we'll show you how to stay in charge of that decision, rather than feeling like food desire is in…

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101. 4 Japanese Inspired Steps For Weight Loss, Better Metabolic Health, and Longevity 13:27

7M ago13:27

13:27

While some people may be familiar with kaizen as a business philosophy used by Toyota, it's also an approach we can tap into for continuous self improvement and behavioral change. In today's episode, Dr. Lisa walks you through 4 simple steps to use kaizen for weight loss, to improve your blood sugar & cholesterol, or to tackle any health goal you m…

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100. Special Episode - Dr. Lisa Peels Back The Curtain On Her Personal Life 39:50

7M ago39:50

39:50

In today’s episode, Bridget Brennan interviews Lisa Oldson, not about health, longevity, or weight loss, but about her life. If you’ve listened to all 100 episodes of the Smart Weight Loss Coaching Podcast, you surely feel you know Dr. Lisa, but after this episode, that knowing will go far deeper. To start, take a listen to the amusing way Lisa & B…

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99. Flaxseeds, Chia Seeds and All The Seeds For Better Health, Weight Loss and Longevity 14:14

7M ago14:14

14:14

Do you feel like the only one intimidated by all the talk about seeds, omega 3 fatty acids, and antioxidants? It's not just you! Any food can seem unapproachable until you get familiar with it, which is why Dr. Lisa is doing a deep dive into seeds today. If you're interested in losing weight, as well as protecting your metabolic, heart, and gut hea…

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98. Four EASY Spring Cleaning Actions For Your Health & Weight (aka How To Spring Clean Your FOOD, Your BODY, Your BRAIN, and Your HOME!) 13:26

8M ago13:26

13:26

It's SPRING! If you're the kind of person who loves spring cleaning, or is at least WILLING to entertain a spring spruce up, Dr. Lisa has 4 EASY spring cleaning tips that will have an impact on your weight loss and your health. Whether it's tackling nutrition, exercise space, your home, or YOUR BRAIN, we've got 4 actions you can take to spring clea…

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97. Don’t Let Life’s 4th Quarter Catch You By Surprise! Metabolic Health, Weight Loss, & Longevity Planning In Your 3rd Quarter Of Life 15:39

8M ago15:39

15:39

If you want to be one of those superagers, a person who is healthy and sharp as a tack later in life, then it's time to do some planning, followed by taking ACTION. Whether you're in your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th quarter of life, it's not too late to make some changes! Dr. Lisa walks you through some habit changes you might consider that will help with wei…

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96. I Was Fat Shamed While Making Lunch Plans With A New Friend! 15:39

8M ago15:39

15:39

Why is it that people feel free to comment on other people's bodies and on what other people eat? Today, Dr. Lisa shares an experience being on the receiving end of an unflattering comment, and how reframing her thoughts about it reduced her stress. The ability to reframe things is a critical skill when it comes to managing stress, and it's therefo…

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