Nip It In The Gut

So many people ask me, Sara, how can I get to my daily protein requirement without consuming animal products? After recording this episode with Mege, I thought….think of beans like chicken! I often hear people say, I'm so tired of chicken. Yet, many of us are compelled to find a new and different flavorful recipe to prepare it, right?  So I hope this episode opens your mind to the diverse ways you can add a wide variety of legumes to your meals. We know that when beans, peas, and lentils are combined with other foods, the result is a dish with all of the 9 essential amino acids found in animal products. I'm definitely going to implement some of Mége's time saving and taste tips this week. To learn more visit my website empoweredhealthyliving.org where you can subscribe to my Reset & Launch membership to give you all the tools, strategies, and support you need to transform your life and health. Most of us need support to transform - it's not a question of will power! I've designed this membership program to be a no brainer - easy and flexible because no matter how badly we want different results, without the right support, education, accountability, and structure, it's nearly impossible to get there.  May you be happy and healthy.

I'm excited to be speaking with my friend Stephanie Whelan about deciding to change her diet and going vegan 15 years ago. Stephanie was born and raised in Hawaii in a family who ate animal foods including dairy, meat, and fish - along with vegetables, fruit, legumes, and grains. Whether you've embraced a completely plant-based diet or are just curious about how you might create better health with food, I think you'll find her story of radically changing her diet thought provoking and inspirational. To learn more visit my website empoweredhealthyliving.org where you can subscribe to my Reset & Launch membership to give you all the tools, strategies, and support you need to transform your life and health.  May you be happy and healthy.

On today's episode I feature an ingredient that even the Sugar Plum Fairy would love! We talk about decreasing sugar during the holidays while still enjoying your favorite treats, and I share one of my favorite easy swaps that is absolutely delicious AND nutrient-rich. Check out my easiest-ever Molasses Cookie Recipe: tinyurl.com/3p6582rx And visit empoweredhealthyliving.org to subscribe to my free newsletter. 

In this episode of Nip It in the Gut Sara is speaking with Ashley Hafer,  a nurse, mom, daughter, athlete and travel warrior! After receiving a shock diagnosis at 45, she faced having to manage debilitating fatigue, achiness, GI symptoms and trips to the ER for difficulty breathing and chest pains. These flare ups were not only very painful, they interfered with her active life. So, Ashley made a decision to get to the root cause of her symptoms... and her transformation is phenomenal. I hope you're as inspired as I am by Ashley's commitment to not only heal her body but to keep her body healthy.

At least 75% of people in the United States are not eating the recommended amounts of vegetables and fruits. Get the scoop on the perfect greens to add to supercharge your vegetable deficit. You'll hear me talk about the extraordinary benefits of adding these special summer greens to your menu. Don't worry... they're not scary or ugly, but you will be surprised by the amazing benefits... and you'll definitely be excited to pick up this inexpensive and incredible plant from your nearest farm stand or the organic vegetable section in your grocery store.  Plus, I share one of my favorite recipes! Download the recipe here:  Click to Download the Soup Recipe Join my free newsletter and never miss a thing: Subscribe Here  

Today I'm having a conversation with my friend Theresa Garvin, who is a LICSW,  a transformational coach, and the owner and founder of The Life You Imagine. Theresa has been providing psychotherapy services to children, teens, adults, and families for over 35 years. After seeing the positive and rapid changes in her own life from transformational coaching, she became certified as a Life Mastery Consultant in 2020, and has been providing coaching to adults since then.  After sharing with one another that we both have ADHD, Theresa recommended that I read the book A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD by Sari Solden MS, who pioneered working with women and ADHD , and Michelle Frank, PsyD. Not only is this book a comprehensive guide for women with ADHD to increase their understanding and self-acceptance but Solden and Frank also take the reader through an action plan for women with ADHD to identify and pursue their dreams. This book affirmed for both Theresa and me why we love our work as coaches. Although Theresa helps adults and families decide what they want to transform in four main areas of their life, while I help people to create and take action on a vision for their health, we both provide principles, practices, support, and guidance for our clients to create powerful results in their lives which they absolutely love!  Theresa can be reached at:  https://www.lifeyouimagine.org https://www.facebook.com/theresa.h.garvin/  where you can check out her launching the book, Short Sweet and Sacred, Volume 3

In this week's  episode, Sara sits down with Dr. Liz Lyster, an OB/GYN medical doctor, best-selling author and speaker, and expert in perimenopause and menopause. She's dedicated to helping women as well as men thrive and feel great in midlife and beyond - lose weight and increase their motivation and drive. Who doesn't want that?!   Dr. Lyster opens up about the stigmas around aging in today's modern culture, being medically heard as you age, and learning what the true hormonal causes of your symptoms are. She offers empowering solutions to help you seize these changes, find your self-confidence, and generally feel great. Don't believe it? Then listen and leave Sara a comment.    To reach Dr. Liz Lyster you can find her online at: http://drlizmd.com  Facebook       @DrLizLyster       http://www.facebook.com/drlizlyster  Instagram       https://www.instagram.com/drlizlyster/  YouTube          https://www.youtube.com/c/DrLizLyster

In this episode of "Nip It in the Gut," I am thrilled to chat with Danny Trifone, a renowned Meditation and Breathwork instructor. Join us as we delve into the transformative practice of breathwork and its profound impact on our overall health and wellbeing, including the often overlooked connection to gut health. Discover the simplicity and effectiveness of short-form exercises that can unlock inner calm, reduce stress, and optimize your gut for a balanced and vibrant life. Tune in and breathe your way to holistic wellness! Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living 

In this week's episode, we welcome the inspiring Lauren Lemieux, a certified whole life coach whose story is all about transformation, courage, and the relentless pursuit of a fulfilled life. After a twenty-year tenure in the family business, she made the brave decision to leave, embarking on a new journey that many labeled a 'midlife crisis.' Today, she sees it differently, calling it her moment of harnessing midlife confidence. Lauren has made it her mission to guide others who feel stuck and frustrated, professionally or personally, to create the life they love instead of simply tolerating the one they have. Her approach goes beyond simple career counseling, focusing on holistic changes that impact every aspect of a person's wellbeing. In our deep-dive conversation, we'll explore how this life-altering decision has affected not only her career but also her health. How did it impact her relationship with her body? Did her dietary choices and lifestyle habits change with this transition? How has her perspective on health and wellness evolved? From her home in Kushner, Massachusetts, Lauren shares her passion for nature walks, podcasts, cribbage, sports, and most importantly, the importance of gut health in achieving holistic wellness. She serves as a reminder that we should not only fuel our bodies with nutritious food but also nourish our souls with purpose and happiness. Join us as we uncover the intersection of career changes, life satisfaction, and health, and discover how tuning into our gut instincts can guide us to lead a balanced and fulfilling life. It's an episode Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living     

In this exciting episode of "Nip It in the Gut," I am joined by Dr. Yinka Davies, the founder and CEO of LYVECAP, an innovative wellness company focused on harnessing the power of a balanced gut for peak performance. Dr. Davies, together with Professor Claudio DeSimone, a world-renowned expert in microflora, has developed STRONG, a clinically-proven probiotic blend designed to support athletes, weekend warriors, and health enthusiasts in reaching their full potential. Tune in as Dr. Davies shares her expertise on the pivotal role of gut health in overall well-being and how LYVECAP is revolutionizing wellness routines. We dive deep into the formulation of STRONG, which combines 200 billion CFUs and eight carefully selected bacterial strains, along with essential amino acids Leucine and Taurine for muscle building and repair. Discover the science behind the probiotic blend that supports gut balance, enhances performance, and promotes optimal health. Dr. Davies's passion for health and wellness shines through as we explore the incredible potential of gut health for achieving peak performance. Join us on this enlightening episode as we uncover the secrets to unlocking your gut's power for a stronger, healthier you. Don't miss out on this empowering conversation with Dr. Yinka Davies and the journey towards revolutionizing your wellness routines. Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living   

Join Sara for part two of  a conversation with her childhood friend, Lisa Platt DeLand, for an exciting culinary challenge. Lisa, a former school nurse and health enthusiast, joins Sara on a journey to explore the benefits of plant-based eating for a healthy gut and to prevent chronic inflammation. Together, they embark on a 7-day plant-based diet adventure, where they prepare different plant-based recipes and share their experiences. In this episode, Sara and Lisa reflect on finishing their herbivore adventure. They discuss the science behind the importance of incorporating plant foods for gut health and overall well-being. Sara, an integrative health coach, encourages Lisa, a self-proclaimed carnivore, to embrace the challenge and experience the transformative power of plant-based eating. Tune in as they share their insights, challenges, and mouthwatering plant-based recipes. Discover how Lisa's passion for cooking, coupled with Sara's expertise in gut health, creates a dynamic duo on their quest to nourish their bodies and promote wellness. Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living 

Join Sara for a conversation with her childhood friend, Lisa Platt DeLand, for an exciting culinary challenge. Lisa, a former school nurse and health enthusiast, joins Sara on a journey to explore the benefits of plant-based eating for a healthy gut and to prevent chronic inflammation. Together, they embark on a 7-day plant-based diet adventure, where they prepare different plant-based recipes and share their experiences. In this episode, Sara and Lisa reflect on first two days of their herbivore adventure. They discuss the science behind the importance of incorporating plant foods for gut health and overall well-being. Sara, an integrative health coach, encourages Lisa, a self-proclaimed carnivore, to embrace the challenge and experience the transformative power of plant-based eating. Tune in as they share their insights, challenges, and mouthwatering plant-based recipes. Discover how Lisa's passion for cooking, coupled with Sara's expertise in gut health, creates a dynamic duo on their quest to nourish their bodies and promote wellness. Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living 

In this podcast, Sara talks to experts in the culinary industry to help you elevate your kitchen skills and make cooking more enjoyable. Sara sits down with Patti Kendall and Walter Platt, the founders of the cookware and cutlery store Panhandlers in Newport, Rhode Island. They share their journey of researching extensively to find the best cookware, bakeware, knives, and tools that they ultimately carried in their shop. They talk about the importance of using high-quality products in the kitchen and how sharing their product knowledge with their customers provided them with the tools to make their kitchen experiences enjoyable. Although Patti and Walter retired three years ago, they continue to professionally sharpen kitchen knives. Sara picks their brains on the importance of maintaining and sharpening your kitchen knives and how to do it at home. Tune in to "Nip it in the Gut" to learn from the best in the culinary industry and take your kitchen skills to the next level. Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living     

In this episode of Nip it in the Gut, we talk to Jim Langmeier, a third-generation farmer from Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. Jim shares his family's passion for creating healthy and sustainable soil by producing 100% organic grass-fed milk and meat and growing organic Brussels sprouts on their family-owned Langmeier Dairy. The Langmeiers put significant attention to animal welfare and providing quality feed for its cows, resulting in products free of pesticides and antibiotics. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the organic farming movement and how it can promote healthier living for all of us.   Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living 

Erin McHugh is a former publishing executive and the author of more than 30 books of inspiration, history, humor, trivia, and more. She lives in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts and recently published a new book entitled, Pickleball Is Life.  She intertwines how to's with humor and her palpable enthusiasm for the game that makes you want to jump off your couch and google where to play in your community! We all know that staying physically active is a pillar of wellbeing and aging well. This is a game that embraces joy and connection of all ages and even makes you break a sweat. The founding of the game is such a beautiful example of the power of thought,  creative collaboration,  using available resources to put an idea into action, and having an amazing ripple effect. If you want to add some movement, fun, and connection to your life, read Pickleball Is Life. You just might want to add this game to your life! Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living 

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Justina Perry, a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in Women's Health and owner of Oshun Physical Therapy & Pelvic Health. We dive deep into the importance of pelvic health and how physical therapy can be used to address common issues such as pelvic pain, prolapse, sexual dysfunction, pregnancy and postpartum conditions, and bowel and bladder dysfunction. Justina shares her personal journey in becoming a specialist in pelvic health and how she's helping her patients achieve optimal health. We also discuss her role in founding BuyBlackNB, an online platform dedicated to highlighting, discovering, and promoting Black-owned businesses in Southcoast, Massachusetts, which has connected consumers with over 100 local Black-owned businesses. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the importance of pelvic health and how physical therapy can make a difference in your life. Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living 

Have you ever felt like a complete failure as a parent?Have you ever experienced overwhelm when trying to keep yourself healthy? Have you been disappointed by products and advice that don't fit your unique body? In this episode I open up about my journey to finding health and becoming a health coach. I deeply believe that true wellness is intuitive and we all know exactly what our body needs when we tap into our gut.  Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living     

In the 1980s, after three very violent attacks, Chana Studley suffered severe injuries and PTSD experiencing years of debilitating anxiety and stress. “Then suddenly it was like my brain blew a fuse, and everything went quiet.”  Following this remarkable transformation, she trained as a counselor and has spent the last 30 years helping others recover from trauma, chronic pain, and physical issues. In this episode, Chana unpacks the connection between trauma and stress and our overall health. Her wisdom and experience will help you gain insight into your health.   

In this episode, we talk with transformational coach and speaker Lauren Brollier. She discusses her journey of overcoming gut health issues and how she learned that her thought life was the key to her health. She shares her wisdom about mindset shifts that are powerful in transforming us into who we are meant to be.  Lauren is the founder and CEO of Soul Savvy; she works with organizations and individuals, helping them build their dreams, accelerate their results, and create richer, more fulfilling lives. Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living  Connect with Lauren: Free gift: www.soulsavvy.org/power Website: www.soulsavvy.com  Instagram: www.instagram.com/soul.savvy

This week we talk to Trauma Informed Holistic Practitioner and Coach Jude Weber. She specializes in Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT tapping). She is passionate about supporting people through their trauma, unhealthy patterns, and limiting beliefs. Her work and studies integrate Somatic Experiencing, educating, and consulting clients in The Biology of Trauma, filling in the missing pieces of their journey that are often overlooked. Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living  Jude Weber  www.judeweber.com

If you want to learn about how fermented foods are made and their impact on your body, this episode is for you!  Manette McDermott is a health coach and founder and CEO of Muun chi. Muun chi's products are made from real - not processed - foods; each serves the functional purpose of providing energy and medicine to the body.  In this episode, she shares her founding story and the power of foods to heal the body and enhance the gut.  Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living  Manette McDermott Muun Chi Website  Interview     

In this episode, transformational coach Theresa Garvin discusses how she and her family's life completely changed when she discovered holistic modalities that became the bedrock of her psychotherapy practice. She currently teaches people how to harness their power and live life to their fullest potential.  Find Theresa here: https://theresagarvin.squarespace.com/events Book a strategy session with Theresa: https://calendly.com/lifeyouimagine/strategy-session?month=2022-09    

This episode is for you if you want to understand how skin ailments like eczema or acne can be signs of deeper imbalances in the body.  In this episode, Dr. Natiya Guin, a licensed naturopathic doctor and safe skin leader, discussed how true health and vitality start deep within. She is the founder of Deep Living Skincare a vegan, organic, ethically sourced line that is founded on the belief that skincare should not only be healing but it should also be safe and supportive for the body and the earth. Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living  Dr. Natiya Guin Website Instagram

This episode is for you if you've ever found yourself compulsively eating a bag of cookies or giving up shortly after starting a new fitness regimen.  In this episode, Dr. Arianna Brandolini, a clinical psychologist, breaks down the psychology behind forming healthy habits and what it takes to transform our thoughts that influence our behavior.  Sign up for my newsletter  Book a free wellness session  Empowered healthy living  Dr. Arianna Brandolini  Website Instagram

Healthy eating does not equal boring food. In fact, our meals should be a celebration of culture, cuisine, and family. In, this episode, I am speaking with the joyful Maria Lawton about her Portuguese heritage and the ways in which she brings that to the plate. She teaches us about embracing local ingredients and inspires us not to shy away from flavor. Sign up for my newsletter  Contact: sara@empoweredhealthyliving.org    Maria Lawton Website & Podcast  https://azoreangreenbean.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-portuguese-table/id1088733338  

Herbs are the oldest form of medicine and still hold tremendous benefits for us today. They assist in the restoration of our gut flora and improve our ability to absorb nutrients. The remedy you need may be as close as your back garden. In this episode, I get the opportunity to speak with Carissa Wills-DeMello, an herbalist that keeps the healing use of plants approachable. Sign up for my newsletter  Contact: sara@empoweredhealthyliving.org   

Brace yourself, it is possible to eat stress. When we skimp on our meat selection, what the animals are fed, the hormones used and yes, even their stress, finds its way onto our plate. Thankfully, we have better options and we are hearing it straight from the butcher himself. Join us as Ricky Dare, Meat Manager at Farm & Coast, helps us see why quality meat matters. Sign up for my newsletter  Contact me: sara@empoweredhealthyliving.org 

Mindfulness isn't just for meditation, it is something we can quite literally bring to the table. How many meals have we rushed through in an attempt to hurry back to work or get the kids to soccer practice? It is time for us to reclaim mealtime! In this episode, I'm speaking with the fascinating Jacquie Metzger, an energy healer who understands the importance of being present with our plate. Sign up for my newsletter  Contact me: sara@empoweredhealthyliving.org   

Our breath is connected to every single cell in our body. When one is off, the other suffers. In this episode, we are talking with Nanci Winterhalter, a Professional Yoga Therapist. She and I discuss simple ways to bring our breath and our body into alignment using foundational yoga principles. The good news is: if you can breathe, you can do yoga. Sign up for my newsletter  Contact me: sara@empoweredhealthyliving.org 

Sprouts, a seemingly superfluous food, have actually been linked to numerous health benefits. They serve as an anti-inflammatory and have also been linked to a decreased risk for chronic disease. In this episode, I sit down with Liz Reilly, Co-Owner of Jonathan Sprouts, to discuss all of the ways that sprouts are inspiring a revolution in health. Sign up for my newsletter  Contact me: sara@empoweredhealthyliving.org 

Bloating is often one of the first noticeable signs of an imbalance in our gut's microbiome. We've all experienced that moment when our favorite pair of jeans suddenly begin to feel a strain. Rather than hopping back into a fad diet, it is important that we address the root of the issue, our gut health. In this episode I'm sitting down with my trusted friend and founder of the Akasha Center, Dr. Edison Victor de Mello, to discuss how to heal the bloated belly.   Sign up for my newsletter  Contact me: sara@empoweredhealthyliving.org  Bloated? By Dr. Edison Victor de Mello  

A podcast about how a healthy gut can transform our bodies and give us the results we've been seeking all our lives! Your host Sara Englis speaks with experts in the field about gut health and ways you can improve your health today.