Food Drives the Mood

Dr. Bedford was born and raised in a small farming community in LeRoy, New York His interest in becoming a chiropractor was sparked by his wife Billie after she had injured her back. His desire to work with people and help them overcome pain, achieve better health, and experience a better quality of life drives Dr. Bedford’s approach and care that he offers his patients.​He completed his undergraduate degree at State University of New York Excelsior College and then from New York Chiropractic College he graduated Cum Laude and earned his Doctorate degree. Dr. Bedford moved to Ephrata with his family in 1996.​Dr. Bedford has actively continued his education through various colleges in the study of biomechanics and spinal trauma, adjusting techniques, and whiplash and soft tissue injuries.​Dr. Bedford became board certified as a diplomate in chiropractic neurology by the American Board of Chiropractic Neurology (ACNB) in 2018. Dr. Bedford holds the distinction of being the only Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist in Central WashingtonTo see the video of the EyeQ click here https://youtu.be/CqqxK6MEOtUFACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/EphrataChiropractic

Randy is a long time wrestling coach working with high school athletes as well as international teams. He is public educator, husband, and father. We talk to him about his journey. How he trains athletes and how his fitness journey rubbed off on his family.

Jared is the director of the Airway Heights Rec Center in Airway Heights. We talked to him at the beginning of Covid to see how his business was handling things. He gives us some ways to workout at home and cope as we move forward.

Paul and Naomi are a married powerhouse team.They live together, coach together and workout together. Learn how they balance their life in their blended family while they take care of themselves and their kids. Gain ideas they have implemented to workout and continue to challenge themselves.

Ashley is an English teacher. She has been my friend for over eight years. She is a wife.She is a mom.And she stays fit through it all. During the time of the interview she was pregnant so we focused on how she stayed healthy through her pregnancy, what motivates her. And tips and tricks she uses as a mom of a young boy and a wife of a firefighter.

Austin Perlmutter, M.D., is a board-certified internal medicine physician and New York Times bestselling author. He received his medical degree from the University of Miami and completed his internal medicine residency at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland Oregon. His focus is in helping others to improve decision-making and quality of life. He is also interested in methods of understanding and reducing burnout in the medical field. He is the co-author of Brain Wash. He writes for Psychology Today on his blog, The Modern Brain.Brain Wash - https://brainwashbook.com/IG- https://www.instagram.com/austinperlmutter/Twitter- @austinperlmd

Dylan Slatton- Middle School CounselorPhysique Body Building CompetitorDad of 2 boysDoing the dad thing to have that in-shape dad bod

Kathy Anderson- former drug/ alcohol rehab counselor, current middle school counselor, farmer's wife, healthy, works out on the daily. Find out how she keeps herself motivated.

We discuss with Elias how he maintains a healthy(ish) lifestyle while being a parent and husband. He motivates the youth in his town to do their best. He gives support and motivation that he needed growing up. Elias Sandoval, The Iron Rooster, is a community activist that promotes positive living through fitness, peace, humor, and positivity. He founded the brand “The Iron Rooster” that has grown into a movement to encourage and support positive living and community pride. Elias sponsors many programs supporting area youth, local businesses, and his home town of Othello, WA. Elias is also the producer of The Showriso, an up and coming podcast/interview YouTube show that will be dropping soon. Elias and his crew interview interesting and positive peeps making a difference in and around Central Washington.Follow Elias hereThe Iron RoosterFacebook TheIron Roosters Facebook https://www.facebook.com/elias.sandoval.75248795Instagram @theironroosters https://www.instagram.com/theironroosters/ The ShowrisoFacebook @The Show Riso https://www.facebook.com/The-Show-Riso-461660021251414/Instagram @theshowriso https://www.instagram.com/theshowriso/

This episode we talk with Dr Rachel Yan about the gut biome and its connection to our brain. How to fill our plate in order to eliminate the foods that are not helping us. And how to take control of YOU and not feel guilty along the way. A little about our guest- Dr. Rachel Yan, DC, NTP, RWP is a leader in the fields of traditional diets, holistic nutrition, and functional medicine. Her unique approach combines the wisdom of holistic healing and the cutting-edge science of diagnostic medicine to transform her patients into their true, optimally healthy selves. Dr. Rachel lives and practices in Denver, Colorado. She is a foodie and a health advocate–and asserts that they are one in the same. She believes any health goal is a single empowered decision away and dreams of one day hosting an intimate, nutrient-dense dinner party at the Louvre.Connect with her- https://www.precisionempoweredhealth.com/IG- https://www.instagram.com/drrachelyan/ @drrachelyanFB- https://www.facebook.com/DrRachelYanIntro/ Exit music done by: Justin Tamminga

Interview with Kristin from The O2 Studio in Moses Lake, WA. We focus our discussion on the difference between feeling nervous and having anxiety for students and adults. How to tell the difference between the two. We give you holistic, helpful tips you can implement today when you find yourself in these situations. Our discussion focuses both on these stressful times during Covid and life in general. About Kristin (Kiki) Burke- MAE, E-RYT500, K-12 educator and the creator of The O2 Studio and Mind Matters Movement (M3) Her passion is empowering individuals to make change through movement, with focus on breathing strategies. Follow Kristin on Instagram @https://www.instagram.com/theo2studioml/Or find her on her website https://www.theo2studio.com/Intro/ Exit Music by: Justin Tamminga

Shane and Kristi introduce themselves. Describe their journey into health and fitness and tell you a bit about Food Drives the Mood and its mission. Music by: Justin Tamminga