Podcasts about meal planning

Feeding our families is a never-ending task, one that can weigh heavily on both our minds and wallets. I used to feel overwhelmed by the constant need to plan, shop, and cook meals, but I've discovered a few strategies that have transformed our dinner routine into something manageable and even enjoyable. By keeping an essentials list, planning and shopping biweekly, and focusing on simple repeat meals, I'm not only saving money but also finding more peace around mealtime. These approaches have allowed me to reduce stress and spend more quality time with my family, enjoying meals rather than dreading them. I hope these insights help you reclaim your evenings and bring joy back to your family dinners this summer. Get Your Grocery Game Plan Guide Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the Supporters Club to keep About Progress around for good. Get the free DSL Training. Get the Best Summer Ever Workshop at half-off old pricing!  Recent episodes on a similar topic: 3 Simple Ways to Take the Dread Out of Dinner, A Simpler Way to Feed Your Family, How I've Saved Major Money On Groceries; How to Dramatically Cut Your Grocery Bill Get your AirDoctor purifier for up to $300 off with the discount code “MONICA.”  Get your teen Knix with code “PROGRESS.” Go to Quince for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm chatting with Christine from Frugal Fit Mom all about feeding your family well on a budget—without stressing over perfection. Christine shares her tried-and-true strategies for keeping grocery costs low in today's economy, including how she stocks her pantry, finds the best meat deals, and plans meals based on what's already on hand. We also dive into the hidden costs of organic and local food, why she skips most grocery delivery services, and how you can still enjoy fun foods without blowing the budget. Whether you're shopping for two or ten, this episode is full of real-life tips you can start using today. In this episode, we cover: Why Christine avoids Instacart and prefers Walmart Pickup for cost savings The key pantry staples she stocks up on—and how that helps reduce impulse grocery runs Her method for spotting true stock-up prices on meat and stretching it to feed a large family How she feeds a family of five (including three teen boys) on as little as $200/month A realistic starting point for grocery budgeting: $150 per person per month Why she generally skips organic (aside from milk) and how local sourcing can dramatically increase grocery costs How reverse meal planning works and why it saves more than traditional recipe-first planning Tips for making frugal meals taste amazing with salt, fat, and acid Christine's go-to bread recipe (not sourdough!) and how she keeps it soft for days Her rule for buying fun foods like chips and ice cream—only when they're 50% off How shopping less frequently helps avoid overspending (even for perishables) ⁠View full show notes on the blog⁠ + ⁠watch this episode on YouTube⁠. RESOURCES ⁠Check out Christine's banana bread recipe⁠ Join my ⁠FREE masterclass⁠ to learn my 4-step framework for making money on YouTube Master the rhythm of sourdough with confidence in my ⁠Simple Sourdough course⁠ Gain the sewing knowledge and skills every homemaker needs in my ⁠Simple Sewing series⁠ Turn your content creation dreams into a profitable business with my ⁠YouTube Success Academy⁠ Keep all my favorite sourdough recipes at your fingertips in my ⁠Daily Sourdough cookbook⁠ CONNECT Christine Ashby of Frugal Fit Mom | ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | ⁠Blog⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Pinterest⁠ Do you have a question you'd like me to answer on the podcast?  A guest you'd like me to interview?  Submit your questions and ideas here: ⁠bit.ly/SFLquestions⁠.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I'm chatting with Christine from Frugal Fit Mom all about feeding your family well on a budget—without stressing over perfection. Christine shares her tried-and-true strategies for keeping grocery costs low in today's economy, including how she stocks her pantry, finds the best meat deals, and plans meals based on what's already on hand. We also dive into the hidden costs of organic and local food, why she skips most grocery delivery services, and how you can still enjoy fun foods without blowing the budget. Whether you're shopping for two or ten, this episode is full of real-life tips you can start using today. In this episode, we cover: Why Christine avoids Instacart and prefers Walmart Pickup for cost savings The key pantry staples she stocks up on—and how that helps reduce impulse grocery runs Her method for spotting true stock-up prices on meat and stretching it to feed a large family How she feeds a family of five (including three teen boys) on as little as $200/month A realistic starting point for grocery budgeting: $150 per person per month Why she generally skips organic (aside from milk) and how local sourcing can dramatically increase grocery costs How reverse meal planning works and why it saves more than traditional recipe-first planning Tips for making frugal meals taste amazing with salt, fat, and acid Christine's go-to bread recipe (not sourdough!) and how she keeps it soft for days Her rule for buying fun foods like chips and ice cream—only when they're 50% off How shopping less frequently helps avoid overspending (even for perishables) ⁠View full show notes on the blog⁠ + ⁠watch this episode on YouTube⁠. RESOURCES ⁠Check out Christine's banana bread recipe⁠ Join my ⁠FREE masterclass⁠ to learn my 4-step framework for making money on YouTube Master the rhythm of sourdough with confidence in my ⁠Simple Sourdough course⁠ Gain the sewing knowledge and skills every homemaker needs in my ⁠Simple Sewing series⁠ Turn your content creation dreams into a profitable business with my ⁠YouTube Success Academy⁠ Keep all my favorite sourdough recipes at your fingertips in my ⁠Daily Sourdough cookbook⁠ CONNECT Christine Ashby of Frugal Fit Mom | ⁠Website⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | ⁠Blog⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Pinterest⁠ Do you have a question you'd like me to answer on the podcast?  A guest you'd like me to interview?  Submit your questions and ideas here: ⁠bit.ly/SFLquestions⁠.

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You made a real dinner. Protein, vegetable, everything. And your kid sat down, looked at the plate, and said "yuck." If you've been through that enough times that you've just given up and handed out chicken nuggets — this episode is for you. I'm sharing the four-step process I've used in my own home with five kids to actually get my family eating real food, without the power struggles and without making three separate meals every night. Is it a quick fix? No. But it works — and it's going to make staying consistent with your own healthy eating so much easier.

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Today on The Secrets of Supermom Show, Lori sits down with Nikki Cheak to talk about why so many busy moms feel exhausted, foggy, and overwhelmed—even when they think they're “doing everything right.”Nikki shares simple, realistic nutrition strategies for moms navigating busy schedules, hormone changes, and the mental load of motherhood. From understanding blood sugar and protein to reducing decision fatigue around meals, this episode is packed with practical tips that actually fit into real life.You'll hear: Why healthy eating feels so hard for busy moms  The connection between nutrition, energy, and brain fog  Small nutrition swaps that can make a big difference  How to simplify meal planning and reduce overwhelm  Why “all or nothing” thinking keeps moms stuck  Easy ways to create healthier habits without perfection If you're tired of feeling like you have to choose between taking care of everyone else and taking care of yourself, this conversation will leave you encouraged and empowered with small steps you can start today.Text us your feedback or questions!Stay connected!Join us in The Supermom Society! Get all the details at thesupermomsociety.com!Get all our show notes, buy the book Secrets of Supermom, and more at our website: www.secretsofsupermom.comSecrets of Supermom on FacebookSecrets of Supermom on Instagram

Do you stare into your refrigerator every night at 6:00 PM, wondering what to feed your family? What sounds simple can quickly feel heavy when you are trying to make good choices, manage a busy schedule, and feed a family with different needs. In this episode, we explore the hidden stress of dinner planning, especially for parents managing picky eaters and the constant pressure to create balanced meals with the right protein-carb combinations and healthy fats.  We also share ways to make things easier. From building a list of core meals to using a cycle menu, doing a pantry audit, and thinking about the division of feeding responsibility, the focus is on lowering kitchen stress with practical systems that actually fit real life. In this conversation, we cover: How to repurpose one cooked component into multiple different meals throughout the week. Why decision fatigue makes meal planning harder than it needs to be Ways these systems can simplify simple family dinners How a recipe club can help reduce the mental load of daily food choices Sometimes the hardest part is not cooking the meal. It is carrying the weight of deciding, again and again, what feeding your family is supposed to look like. Let's rebrand wellness together! Elizabeth, Tara & Maria   Connect with us! The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e Recipe Club: The Nourished Table Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition Take the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara's Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!  

Strategies for growing on Instagram and Substack, the importance of staying consistent, and leaning into data with Jenn Lueke from Jenn Eats Goood. ----- Welcome to episode 570 of The Food Blogger Pro Podcast! This week on the podcast, Bjork interviews Jenn Lueke. How Jenn Lueke Grew to 1.7 Million Followers with Budget Meal Planning Content Jenn Lueke started Jenn Eats Goood in 2018 as a college student — no strategy, no monetization plan, just a hobby Instagram account she loved running. For five years, growth was slow, but she remained consistent. Then in 2023, something clicked. She leaned into meal planning and budget grocery content, and everything changed. Within a year, she went from stalling in the thousands to crossing one million followers. In this episode, Jenn and Bjork chat about all of it — what finally worked, how she prioritizes data in her content strategy, which platforms she's focusing on right now, and why she now considers her Substack newsletter her number one priority. Three episode takeaways: The importance of leaning into what is working — It took five years of trial and error, learning, experimenting, and testing before Jenn's following on social media started to grow. Her meal planning content really resonated with her audience, so she capitalized on the momentum of the series to grow her community (rather than reinventing the wheel)! How Jenn built her team — Growth brings new challenges, and Jenn is candid about how hard it was to build a team in the beginning and what the division of labor looks like now that she's figured it out. Why Jenn made Substack her number one priority — After just a couple of years, Substack is now the biggest revenue driver in Jenn's business. She and Bjork talk about how she balances free and paid content, what drives growth on Substack, and why it is the most important part of her business right now. Resources: Jenn Eats Goood Liz Moody Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell Q&A: Using Substack as a Food Creator — for Food Blogger Pro members Don't Think About Dinner Follow Jenn on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Substack, and YouTube Join the Food Blogger Pro Podcast Facebook Group Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is sponsored by Clariti. Interested in working with us too? Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities and how to get started here. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions for interviews, be sure to email them to podcast@foodbloggerpro.com. Learn more about joining the Food Blogger Pro community at foodbloggerpro.com/membership.

If "what's for dinner?" sends you into a spiral at 5pm, this episode is for you.   Meal planning comes up almost every single week in my sessions with clients — and I don't think that's a coincidence. We are all stretched thin, running on decision fatigue, and desperately wishing someone else would just tell us what to eat. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how I approach meal planning (with my clients and in my own home), and I promise it's simpler than you're making it.   I'll walk you through where to start, how to build your family's go-to meal list, and how to create a system that actually holds up when life gets busy. Whether you've never meal planned before, you've tried and it always falls apart, or life has changed and your old system no longer fits, you'll learn something in this episode.   ==========================  

In this episode, I'm talking about meal planning and why, despite being a bit boring and unsexy, it's one of the most powerful things you can do for your nutrition and weight loss goals.I walk through a couple of different ways to approach it, from having specific meals planned for each day to creating a flexible pool of meals to choose from throughout the week. I also share some practical tips that have helped me personally, like habit stacking meal planning onto something you already do, going digital so you can reuse old meal plans, and focusing on planning the meals you struggle with most instead of trying to perfectly map out every bite.The big message is that you don't need a perfect plan, but you do need some kind of plan. Because “winging it” is usually what gets people into trouble.Time Stamps:00:00  Why meal planning matters for weight loss and nutrition02:00  The two best ways to meal plan03:20  Habit stacking and making meal planning easier07:50  Why you need to plan for weekends tooClick me for show notes!PS. If you're interested in a weight loss program with delicious food, daily access to me and a supportive community that won't mess up your relationship with food, ​click here to join the weightlist​. 

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Preparedness has a reputation problem. For many people, it feels intense, overwhelming, or even fear-based. But what if preparedness was never meant to feel that way? In this episode of the Joyfully Prepared Podcast, Wendi Bergin shares a personal story that reshaped her entire approach to preparedness. After being called out for sounding “doomsday” during a simple playdate conversation, she realized something important: fear doesn't help families feel prepared… it creates more stress. That moment became the foundation of her mission today. Wendi now teaches a different approach to preparedness—one rooted in peace, confidence, and simple, practical action. _____________________________________________________ What You'll Learn in This Episode Why fear-based preparedness keeps people stuck and overwhelmed How to shift your mindset from panic to peace What “joyful preparedness” actually looks like in everyday life Why small, consistent steps matter more than big, dramatic changes How to involve your family and children in preparedness in a calm, empowering way The 5 Pillars of Preparedness Wendi breaks preparedness down into five simple, approachable areas: 1.Food Storage and Food Security Create a reliable backup plan for meals, tight budgets, and busy days. Learn how building a pantry with foods your family actually eats can bring immediate peace of mind. 2.  Emergency Preparedness Prepare for short-term disruptions like power outages and storms with simple, practical tools like water, light, and backup cooking options. Butane Stove - https://a.co/d/07OrReeV 3. Skill Development  Build confidence through skills like cooking from scratch, food preservation, gardening, and herbal remedies. Skills are long-term preparedness that never run out. 4. Preparedness Gear Use tools intentionally. Focus on quality over quantity and learn how to use what you own so it actually supports your life. 5. Financial Preparedness Create margin and awareness in your finances so you can navigate unexpected expenses and rising costs with more confidence and less stress. A Simple Challenge to Get Started Don't try to do everything. Pick one pillar and take one small step this week: Buy one extra item you already use Find and check your emergency supplies Practice a simple skill Take a quick look at your finances Preparedness is built slowly… one decision at a time. Preparedness Isn't About Becoming Extreme It's about creating a home that feels: calm supported capable steady Even when life isn't. Resources and Next Steps If you're ready to build preparedness in a simple, step-by-step way without overwhelm:

Send us Fan MailYour meals can make or break a camping trip and most problems start before you even leave the driveway. We walk through the no-drama way we plan and prep food so we can spend more time hiking, paddling, swimming, and hanging out with the kids, and less time digging through a soggy cooler. Tim shares his old-school grid method for mapping breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks by day, plus how that single sheet of paper prevents overpacking, forgotten ingredients, and last-minute “what's for dinner” stress.We get practical about the difference between car camping and backcountry camping meals, including how long fresh food can realistically last and how to stretch it with smarter ingredients like smoked meats, smoked cheese, tortillas, and hardy produce. We also dig into cooler strategy: layering food by day, choosing a quality cooler, using a dedicated drinks cooler, and why block ice outlasts cubes. If you want a lightweight hack for backcountry trips, we explain how freezing water bags can keep food cold early on and then get dumped as they melt to reduce pack weight.From foil-packet dinners and make-ahead chili to pancake mix shortcuts, trail snacks, and classic campfire desserts, we keep the focus on simple camping recipes that match your cooking gear and your weather. If you like practical camping tips, meal prep tricks, and real-world advice for family camping, subscribe, share this with a camping buddy, and leave a review so more people can find the show.Support the showCONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING:Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/homeEMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.comWEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.comYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampinFACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@supergoodcampingSupport the show

In this conversation, Olivia Hill discusses the challenges of maintaining healthy eating habits during frequent church events that feature catered food. She emphasizes that the struggle is not about willpower but rather about planning. Olivia introduces five practical rules to help individuals navigate food choices at social gatherings without feeling guilty or abandoning their health goals. These rules focus on preparation, mindful eating, and maintaining a balanced approach to enjoying food at events.

Ever feel like you know what to eat… but when life gets busy, you still can't seem to stay consistent? In this episode, we're talking about one of the most overlooked pieces of midlife fat loss: simple, doable meal planning that actually fits your life. The truth is that even if you want to lose weight in this season, it's not the time to focus on perfection. Instead be all about getting prepared just enough to make better choices when it matters most. I'm sharing some out-of-the-box ways to prep without spending hours in the kitchen. Think 15-minute windows, dinner doubles, midweek resets, and simple strategies that help you stay consistent even when your schedule isn't. If you've ever felt the dread of "I should be meal prepping" or found yourself grabbing whatever's easy at the end of the day, this is going to feel like a breath of fresh air. This isn't about doing more—it's about doing what works in midlife so you can feel better, support your hormones, and finally build momentum.

This week, Hannah Van Ark joins the show again to talk about family meal planning and creating systems that make feeding your family easier. After becoming a mom, Hannah realized that most families don't need more nutrition knowledge; they need practical systems that reduce stress and get balanced meals on the table. We discuss flexible meal planning, how to serve one family meal without being a short-order cook, navigating picky eating, and creating calm at dinnertime. Hannah also shares her five components of a balanced meal and practical ways to adapt meals for kids while still meeting everyone's needs. If feeding your family feels overwhelming, this episode offers a realistic, encouraging approach to building a meal system that works in real life. Follow Hannah on Instagram @plant.forward.familiesJoin Hannah's masterclass here: https://theplantforwardnutritionist.kit.com/mealplanningmasterclassSign up for a free trial + get 20% off your first annual subscription: plantoeat.com/PTEPODContact us: podcast@plantoeat.comConnect with Plan to Eat online:InstagramFacebookPinterest

Are you constantly overwhelmed by meal planning and prep? Maybe you find yourself starting strong as you prep to tackle your goals and then by midweek - it feels like TOO much and you "fall off"?In this episode, I dive into the real reason why staying consistent with nutrition feels so hard - and guess what? It's not lack of discipline.You'll learn how meal planning and prep can transform your health, reduce stress and eliminate decision fatigue so you can finally stay consistent without feeling overwhelmed.This episode breaks down:- Why “willpower” isn't the problem (and what actually is) - The hidden impact of blood sugar and under-fueling on your energy - How decision fatigue sabotages your health goals - A simple mindset shift that makes meal prep easier (and sustainable) - Practical strategies to plan your week without burnout - How to move from reactive living to proactive wellness If you're a busy woman juggling work, family and life - tune in to hear more about how to simplify your nutrition, reclaim your energy and feel more in control of your health.If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sharing this episode with a friend can also help us reach more incredible women on their journey to better health.Thank you for being a part of our community and investing in your wellness journey!To stay connected, here's where you can find me online:Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/empoweredinhealth Coaching Business IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/erinktrier Book Free Coaching Call Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.erintrier.com/coachingWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.erintrier.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

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Watch the entire YouTube video here. I've watched thousands of creators sell digital products. The ones selling ebooks and how-to guides? It used to work. They could make thousands. But now they're struggling. There's a small group doing something completely different — and they're making $2,000 to $7,000 a month. Nobody's talking about what they changed. Today I am. Show Notes: MiloTree Sign Up for MiloTree FREE: Transformational Product AI Prompts FREE: Product Goldmine AI Prompt FREE: Digital Product Ladder AI Prompt Join The Blogger Genius Newsletter Shift 1: Stop Selling Information — Start Selling a Transformation An information product that used to work: "The Complete Guide to Meal Planning." 40 pages, $17. The transformation product: "The 7-Day Meal Prep Jumpstart: Overwhelmed to a Full Freezer in One Weekend." $27. Same topic. Totally different product. The guide says "here's what to know." The jumpstart says "here's where you'll be in 7 days." When someone buys a guide, they're buying a book. When someone buys a jumpstart, they're buying a version of themselves — the version who has it together, who has a full freezer, who isn't scrambling at 6 p.m. You're not selling a product. You're selling your customer their future self. And AI can't give that away for free. More examples: Before: How to Grow Your Instagram → Now: 1,000 Followers in 30 Days Before: How to Start a Budget → Now: The Debt-Free in 90 Days Playbook See the pattern? A specific result, a specific timeframe, a clear starting point. The Transformation Product AI Prompt "I have experience in [add your niche]. My audience struggles with [add the problem]. Give me five digital product ideas that promise a specific transformation, not just information. Each one should include: 1) A product name that states the result and timeframe, 2) Where the customer starts (their pain point), 3) Where they end up (the specific outcome), 4) Why someone would pay $27 to $47 for this instead of just Googling it or using AI. Make them specific, achievable, and something I could create in one afternoon." Shift 2: Don't Write an Ebook — Build a System The ebook: "How to Plan Your Content Calendar." 50 pages. The customer has to read it, figure it out, apply it. Most never finish. The system: "The 30-Day Content Calendar Framework." Fill in five blanks, follow the decision tree, done-for-them calendar in 20 minutes. One makes the customer do the work. The other does it for them. And systems are actually easier to create. You don't need 50 pages — you need a framework. A system can be: A fillable PDF workbook A template they can customize A checklist or decision tree A spreadsheet A swipe file with fill-in-the-blank frameworks The System Builder AI Prompt "I'm creating a digital product called [add your product name]. Instead of writing an ebook, help me design it as a fill-in-the-blank system. Include: 1) What the customer fills in about their specific situation (3-5 inputs), 2) What the system gives them back (the personalized output), 3) The step-by-step framework — what does each page or section do?, 4) How the customer gets to the promised result without reading more than two pages. Keep it simple enough that I can build it in a Google Doc or Canva template in one afternoon." Shift 3: AI Can't Be You This is the one nobody talks about. AI can write an ebook. AI can build a template. AI can create a framework. But AI cannot be you. AI can't look at someone's business and say "skip that, do this." AI can't bring your years of experience to their problem. AI can't make someone feel seen. That's what people pay the most for — not your product, you. Put yourself in everything you sell. And if AI scares you, here's the flip: once you make this shift, AI becomes your accelerator. It builds your templates faster, your frameworks in an afternoon, your sales pages in minutes. AI does the heavy lifting. You focus on being you. How to Set Up and Sell Your Product in 15 Minutes Here's how easy this is with MiloTree: Click Digital Download in your dashboard Add a name, price, and description Upload your PDF Click one button — MiloTree's AI writes your sales page Connect Stripe so you get paid directly (MiloTree doesn't take a cut) Share your link everywhere 15 minutes. Product, sales page, checkout. Done. Add a freebie to build your email list. Set up a tripwire on the thank-you page. Add order bumps and upsells to turn $27 customers into $50+ customers. It's all built in. Start free on MiloTree — no credit card required → Other Episodes You Will Like: This AI Prompt Turns $0 Into $10,000/Month (Digital Product Stack Strategy) How a $27 Product Leads to $2,000 Customers (Digital Product Ladder) Sell Coaching Online With These 2 AI Prompts  

What if the thing you thought would make you more controlled…was actually the thing that finally helped you feel free around food?In this episode, I'm walking you through one of the most misunderstood tools in your healing journey:Planning your meals.But not in the way you've been taught.This is not about tracking macros.Not about restriction.Not about discipline.This is about creating safety in your body.1. Planning Isn't About Control — It's About SafetyWhen most people hear “plan your meals,” they think:calorie countingrigid structurerestrictionBut what I teach is different.Planning removes food noise.It tells your body: you're safe… food is available… nothing is being taken away.And when your body feels safe?Cravings begin to quiet.2. Cravings Are a Nervous System SignalCravings are not random.They're not a lack of willpower.They are a signal that your nervous system is in protection mode.And in that state, your body will:increase cravingspush you toward high-reward foodsstore fat instead of releasing itBecause your body is trying to survive.3. The Cycle That Keeps You StuckThis is the loop I see over and over again:Restrict → Binge → Punish → Promise → RepeatYou restrict.You feel in control.Something triggers you.You binge.You feel shame.You punish yourself.You promise to do better.And the cycle continues.Not because you don't have self-control…but because your nervous system is doing its job.4. Restriction Creates Stronger CravingsThe more you tell yourself you can't have something…the more your brain fixates on it.That's why:one craving turns into a bingeone treat turns into “starting over Monday”Because deprivation increases desire.5. The Dopamine LoopWhen you use food to go from:discomfort → reliefstress → rewardyou create a dopamine pattern.And over time, you need more and more to feel the same effect.This is how emotional eating becomes a habit.6. Permission Changes EverythingYou are allowed to eat the food.Not as a reward.Not as a cheat.Not as a “last chance.”But as something neutral.Because when nothing is forbidden…nothing has power over you.7. Planning as a Tool for PeaceWhen you plan your meals:you reduce mental chatteryou remove decision fatigueyou create predictabilityyou build trust with yourselfAnd that's what actually leads to change.8. Intuition Comes After SafetyYou don't “just eat intuitively” overnight.Intuition is built when:restriction is gonefood is neutralyour body feels safeThen your body starts guiding you naturally.Struggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating. Get Your FREE Guide Here: bit.ly/CalmTheCravingWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! Schedule your call at www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on ⁠Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial)⁠, ⁠Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial)⁠, ⁠TikTok (@sherryshaban)⁠, or ⁠LinkedIn (sherryshaban)⁠ and share your biggest insight from this episode!

Meal planning stress, kitchen overwhelm, and the guilt of never doing it "right" — Kendra Adachi is back with a better approach. Her book The Lazy Genius Kitchen isn't a cookbook; it's a framework for making your kitchen actually work for your life. We cover her five-step process for "lazy geniusing" any area of your kitchen, the meal matrix method for reducing daily decision fatigue, and why naming what matters — quick? homemade? everyone at the table? — is the only meal planning strategy that sticks. Practical, judgment-free, and genuinely useful for any season of life. LET'S TALK THE WALK! Join here for support, motivation and fun! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Walking to Wellness Together Facebook GROUP Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness While Walking on Threads Wellness While Walking on Twitter Wellness While Walking website for show notes and other information wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links) KENDRA ADACHI – THE LAZY GENIUS COLLECTIVE The Lazy Genius Kitchen, Kendra Adachi Check out The Lazy Genius Kitchen companion series on YouTube – so fun! The Lazy Genius Way, Kendra Adachi The Plan, Kendra Adachi The Lazy Genius Website (includes among many other things links to The Lazy Genius Podcast, which you can find anywhere you listen to podcasts) The Lazy Genius on Instagram The Lazy Genius on Facebook OTHER Laura Vanderkam, whom Kendra mentioned, can be found here, and co-hosts her podcast, Best of Both Worlds, with former Wellness While Walking guest, Sarah Hart-Unger!   HOW TO RATE AND REVIEW WELLNESS WHILE WALKING How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts on Your iOS Device 1.   Open Apple Podcast App (purple app icon that says Podcasts). 2.   Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose "search" 3.   Search for "Wellness While Walking" 4.   Click on the SHOW, not the episode. 5.   Scroll all the way down to "Ratings and Reviews" section 6.   Click on "Write a Review" (if you don't see that option, click on "See All" first) 7.   Then you will be able to rate the show on a five-star scale (5 is highest rating) and write a review! 8.   Thank you! I so appreciate this!   How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts on a Computer  1.   Visit Wellness While Walking page on Apple Podcasts in your web browser (search for Apple Podcasts or click here)  https://www.apple.com/apple-podcasts/ 2.   Click on "Listen on Apple Podcasts" or "Open the App" 3.   This will open Apple Podcasts and put in search bar at top left "Wellness While Walking" 4.   This should bring you to the show, not a particular episode – click on the show's artwork 5.   Scroll down until you see "Rating and Reviews" 6.   Click on "See All" all the way to the right, near the Ratings and Review Section and its bar chart 7.   To leave a written review, please click on "Write a Review" 8.   You'll be able to leave a review, along with a title for it, plus you'll be able to rate the show on the 5-star scale (with 5 being the highest rating) 9.   Thank you so very much!! OTHER APPS WHERE RATINGS OR REVIEWS ARE POSSIBLE Spotify Goodpods Overcast (if you star certain episodes, or every one, that will help others find the show)  Castbox Podcast Addict Podchaser Podbean   HOW TO SHARE WELLNESS WHILE WALKING Tell a friend or family member about Wellness While Walking, maybe while you're walking together or lamenting not feeling 100% Follow up with a quick text with more info, as noted below! (My favorite is pod.link/walking because it works with all the apps!) Screenshot a favorite episode playing on your phone and share to social media or to a friend via text or email! Wellness While Walking on Apple – click the up arrow to share with a friend via text or email, or share to social media Wellness While Walking on Spotify -- click the up arrow to share with a friend via text or email, or share to social media Use this universal link for any podcast app: pod.link/walking – give it to friends or share on social media Tell your pal about the Wellness While Walking website Thanks for listening and now for sharing! : )       DISCLAIMER Neither I nor many of my podcast guests are doctors or healthcare professionals of any kind, and nothing on this podcast or associated content should be considered medical advice. The information provided by Wellness While Walking Podcast and associated material, by Whole Life Workshop and by Bermuda Road Wellness LLC is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment, and before undertaking a new health care regimen, including walking.     Thanks for listening to Wellness While Walking, a walking podcast and a "best podcast for walking"!

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Sitting at a stoplight frantically writing your grocery list on a scrap of paper? Racing through the store grabbing whatever looks good because you have no plan? That was me too. In this episode, I'm sharing how I went from total meal planning chaos to a system that runs on autopilot—and how you can build one too. This episode is for moms who are tired of decision fatigue around food and want to build healthy habits that actually stick. I'll teach you how to start with just 2 weeks of dinners, how to create a staples list so you're not back at the store three times a week, and why meal planning is the missing piece in your consistency puzzle. If you're struggling with weight loss because you can't stay consistent with nutrition, this is the system you need. -Rachel Grab the Meal Planning on Autopilot Starter Kit Here. 

Let's talk about why meal planning and prepping is truly the key to your long term success with your health and nutrition goals. PLUS the 3 things I prep every weekend! Schedule a FREE Discovery Call with me here:https://yourlifenutrition.org/nutrition-coaching-application/.Come join our private accountability group, the Goal Getters Group, for all things health, wellness & nutrition! You'll get sample weekly meal plans, recipes, weekly group coaching calls and access to our exclusive Blood Sugar, Wellness, Mindfulness & Movement Challenges to help support you and keep you accountable on your health & nutrition journey AND get access to private messaging with me, your dietitian!Click the link below to join the Goal Getters Group today!https://your-life-nutrition-goal-getters.mn.co/plans/1821314?bundle_token=1724009ab3ed355237fdeeebd2fe1d9f&utm_source=manual.For health & nutrition tips, recipes & more - follow me on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourlifenutrition/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourlifenutritionrdn/Email: Brittany@yourlifenutrition.orgShop my Favorite Products!Stelo Continuous Glucose Monitor System**I am an Amazon Affiliate and may earn commissions on qualifying purchases.

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She is a 1-1 Tailored Weight-Loss Coach and solopreneur based in Staten Island, New York. With a background in teaching and education administration, she developed strong curriculum-design and leadership skills before transitioning to the strategy team of an educational nonprofit, where she sharpened their data-analysis expertise.After losing one hundred pounds and maintaining a healthy weight for over two years, she launched her coaching practice in 2021. Her approach blends the warmth and compassion cultivated through years in education with the analytical rigor from her nonprofit work, helping clients escape negative patterns and reclaim health, food, and joy as priorities in their lives.When not coaching, she enjoys cooking with their fiancé, developing new recipes, hosting game nights, watching genre television, and taking long walks. Through podcast appearances, she aims to connect with fellow food enthusiasts and self-described nerds while reaching a broader audience of people who want to rediscover the fun of living healthily. https://partakemealplanning.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.org

Summary In this conversation, Ali Damron and Kylie Larson explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and health and fitness. They discuss the benefits of AI in nutrition tracking and meal planning, while also addressing its limitations in personal health assessments. The conversation emphasizes the importance of human insight in navigating health decisions, particularly when it comes to mental health and hormonal issues. They reflect on the balance between leveraging technology and maintaining cognitive engagement in health practices. Takeaways AI is widely used for nutrition tracking and meal planning. The effectiveness of AI depends on the quality of prompts given. AI can exhibit biases in its responses, often aligning with user preferences. Human input is crucial for interpreting AI-generated health advice. AI can provide information, but action is necessary for results. Understanding personal health requires more than just data; context matters. Mental health and hormonal issues often intertwine, complicating diagnoses. AI can help organize thoughts but shouldn't replace human creativity. Cognitive engagement is essential for maintaining mental acuity. Health decisions should consider both physical and mental health factors. Sound bites "Prompts are everything with AI." "AI can be biased in its responses." "Are we outsourcing our thinking?" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI in Health and Fitness 02:57 AI's Role in Nutrition and Meal Planning 05:57 The Limitations of AI in Personal Health 09:06 Understanding the Human Element in Health Decisions 11:54 Navigating Mental Health and Hormonal Issues   Kylie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekylielarson/ Ali's Resources:  Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron 

Today I'm sitting down with Melissa Griffiths of Bless This Mess a mom of five and food blogger who has been making dinnertime doable since 2009. Melissa shares how her blog grew from sharing everyday family recipes into a thriving business, all while embracing simplicity, flexibility, and real life in the kitchen. We talk about practical ways to take the stress out of meal planning, including creating simple meal rhythms, getting out of a dinner rut, and letting go of perfection at the table. Melissa also opens up about burnout, learning to ask for help, and redistributing the mental load at home so dinner doesn't fall on one person alone. The conversation weaves into life beyond food as Melissa reflects on her family's move from Utah to Vermont, embracing seasonal living, and building community through open doors and shared meals. This episode is a warm reminder that you're doing enough, simple food is more than enough, and small mindset shifts can make everyday life feel lighter and more intentional. Mentioned in This Episode:

In this episode of the Living Well podcast, host Liv Hill discusses the concept of reset meals, emphasizing the importance of listening to our body's signals rather than adhering strictly to meal plans. She explains how skipping meals can lead to emotional and physical chaos, and introduces the idea of a reset meal as a way to stabilize hormones and regain control. Liv shares her formula for a balanced reset meal and encourages listeners to create their own simple, repeatable meals to help them get back on track after disruptions in their eating patterns.

This episode may make you hungry. It also will help guide you to better meal planning. Colleen Klimczak, CPO, discusses organizing home offices & small businesses, paper & time management, using home spaces in their best possible way, and creating time with family in this weekly podcast. Learn more at PeaceOfMindPO.com!

This week, we're helping you handle crazy schedules and a lack of time to plan and cook. Evenings get packed with kids' activities, meetings, and errands. Schedules can change at the last minute, making it hard to cook consistently, prep ahead, or stick to a plan. If you find you're often getting takeout, skipping meals, or wasting groceries, this episode is for you!Let's dive into some tactics to help you save time, get people fed, and stick to your meal plan. Enjoy!Sign up for a free trial + get 20% off your first annual subscription: plantoeat.com/PTEPODContact us: podcast@plantoeat.comConnect with Plan to Eat online:InstagramFacebookPinterest

How much time do you spend each week thinking about food, preparing meals, and figuring out what you are going to eat next? For most lawyers, it is far more than they realize. In this episode, I explore why meal planning deserves a place in your time management system and how being intentional about food can free up time, energy, and mental space.   I explain why meal planning is often overlooked in professional productivity conversations, even though food decisions shape how focused, energized, and efficient you feel throughout the day. I walk through three core elements of meal planning. This episode will show you how small, realistic shifts around food can support better focus and smoother days at work.    Get full show notes and more information here: https://thejoyfulpractice.com/246   Click here to grab my procrastination protocol checklist: https://mailchi.mp/0c249b28750c/procrastination_protocol   Click here to grab my time management podcast roadmap: https://mailchi.mp/d267dabde299/time-management-lawyers-podcast-roadmap

This episode is about making mealtime easier to handle, perhaps one of the most stressful aspects of life for most people. So, let's get started on making mealtime simpler—especially if you're dealing with picky eaters, last-minute changes, or just plain busy nights. Instead of sticking to a rigid schedule, think of meal planning as your friendly guide, not a strict rulebook.For the picky eaters in your life, try the "deconstructed” dinner. Set out the parts of the meal separately—like a taco bar, a baked potato bar, or pasta with sauces and toppings on the side. That way, everyone can build exactly what they want. And here's a helpful rule: make sure every meal has at least one "safe thing” you know everyone likes, whether that's bread, rice, fruit, or plain protein. Just having that one reliable option takes so much pressure off the table.Life happens, so plan for flexibility. Keep one night a week as your "flex night"—for leftovers, unexpected plans, or throwing together something simple from the pantry. It's your safety valve. Also, tuck at least one "emergency meal" in the freezer, like soup, lasagna, or burgers, so you're showing that using semi-prepared ingredients can help reduce costs if everything changes. And feel free to swap meals around—if you planned a slow cooker dish but end up with more time, switch it for something quicker later in the week. Your plan should work for you, not the other way around.On those extra-hectic nights, lean into shortcuts. Cook double and freeze half—future you will be grateful. Or try “prep once, eat twice”: roast a big tray of veggies and cook a batch of quinoa on Sunday, then use them in a grain bowl on Monday and with chicken on Tuesday. And don't forget to tool up—apps like Paprika or Plan to Eat help organize recipes and lists, while a slow cooker or Instant Pot can do the cooking while you're busy. Yes, pre-chopped onions or washed spinach might cost a little more, but if it saves time and sanity, it's worth it. In fact, recent research even shows that using semi-prepared ingredients can help cut down on food waste.When shopping, let your menu guide your list. Organize it by section—produce, dairy, dry goods—, so you move through the store efficiently. Before you go, peek in your fridge and pantry. See that half-bag of spinach or lone can of beans? Plan a meal around it. And try to use ingredients across multiple meals—if you need sour cream for one recipe, plan baked potatoes later to use up the rest. Be specific on your list, too. Write “2 bell peppers” instead of just “vegetables.” You'll buy only what you need, avoid waste, and skip that frustrating last-minute takeout because you forgot one thing.Remember, your first weekly plan doesn't have to be perfect. It might be simple. You might adjust it. That's totally fine. This is about progress, not perfection. Over time, you'll find your rhythm, discover go-to meals, and honestly—it just gets easier. I am sure you've got this!In conclusion, dear listeners, I would like to remind you that all our podcasts are featured on all your preferred platforms. Please join us for the next round for another exciting and educational content. You can join us and take cooking classes at our school if you live in the New England area to certainly elevate your talent. Lastly, if you are in the kitchen, keep your eyes on the fire. Thanks for the privilege of your time. More Podcasts hereSubscribe Free to Flavors + Knowledge

Hey have you ever closed your laptop at 5pm, walked into the kitchen, and realized you have no idea what's for dinner? You open the fridge, hoping for inspiration, but everything feels like too much effort — so you order takeout. Again. Yep, me too.  Planning dinner, feeding everyone, and trying to keep meals healthy can feel overwhelming. And now, with the fresh energy of a new year, a lot of us are trying to build better habits — including eating at home more often.  That's why today's episode is both timely and practical. I'm sharing my top 10 tips to make meal planning easier, take the guesswork out of “what's for dinner?”, save money, and actually make it doable to get dinner on the table.  Let's dive in!  Quick Announcement:  Mark your calendars for our spring group coaching program.  It's coming up soon, so make sure you are getting the emails.  We have a special VIP link if you want to grab a spot on the waitlist, be the first to know all the inside scoop, and get VIP benefits.(https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/waitlist).   If you have any questions or just want to say hi, connect with me at contact@byrdmichelle.com.   I pray this episode blesses you! Michelle PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn't working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!   Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/  

Beverly Meyer is a certified clinical nutritionist and podcaster who focuses on helping people through food. Her work in nutrition focuses on improving mood and sleep through specific foods and nutrition plans.    You can follow Beverly's work at https://www.ondietandhealth.com/ Her podcast Primal Diet - Modern Health is available on most podcast platforms.    Want to watch the video? Check out the discussion on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mentalmapspodcast   Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife   keywords: clinical nutrition, mental health, GABA, blood-brain barrier, anxiety, paleo diet, brain health, herbal remedies, nutrition, food quality

Lisa is an online fitness coach.   She specialises in helping busy mums lose weight and keep it off.   I've been working with Lisa for the past six months in my business mentorship program and she is doing tremendous work with her clients. I'm very excited to share her journey and expertise with you on today's show.    Timestamps (may vary by 2-4 minutes based on your podcast platform.   02:48 Introduction to Transformation 06:00 The Journey of Change 08:42 Mindset Shift: From Dieting to Lifestyle 11:41 Tools for Healthy Living 14:56 Modelling Healthy Habits for Kids 17:44 Balancing Life and Fitness 20:46 The Role of Accountability in Transformation 28:43 Meal Planning for Busy Lives 35:22 Overcoming Common Obstacles for Busy Moms 42:22 Finding Balance in Nutrition and Exercise 49:26 Mindset and Resilience on Low Energy Days   Sponsored by my business mentorship  https://briankeanefitness.com/mentorship-and-business-coaching     Kellie fennel podcast  https://briankeanefitness.com/podcast/467-kellie-fennell-on-simplifying-weight-loss-breaking-your-addiction-to-the-weighing-scale-and-avoiding-comparison-syndrome     (Website) https://www.lisamaddockfitness.com/   (Facebook) www.facebook.com/bodifyfitnesscoaching/   (Instagram) www.instagram.com/lisa_maddock_bodify_fitness/   Lisa Maddock Podcast https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/lisa-maddock-fitness-lisa-maddock-63GZUyid5Fw/?srsltid=AfmBOopxAqjtDZX2p5u-R2w7j6lLNC_UAVHGPJcQBES6VzAaHnyC9SCB  

In the last episode, we made it through step 3 of the 5 steps to meal planning on a budget! Now let's dive into steps 4-5. I am collaborating with two of my most frugal friends who are GREAT cooks to compile 5 steps to meal planning on a budget, merging both requests of our families of teens.May I introduce you to Tiffany of Don't Waste the Crumbs and Steph of Cheapskate Cook, who never cease to amaze me with their ability to save money while also generously hosting friends and sharing their knowledge with others online?You'll get to hear from them both in this episode. Resources We Mention for Meal Planning on a BudgetSome tips to stretch your meat and save moneyMore tips for reducing food wasteMy full interview with StephMy full interview with TiffanyMeal planning is the key to healthy eatingRoutines to make healthy meal planning doable3 Habits to help your grocery budget with high inflationMore tips and recipes to save you moneyVisit raisinghealthyfamilies.com/teens to get on the waitlist for Teens Cook Real Food! Kitchen Stewardship Raising Healthy Families follow Katie on Instagram or Facebook Subscribe to the newsletter to get weekly updates YouTube shorts channel for HPH Find the Healthy Parenting Handbook at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcast Affiliate links used here. Thanks for supporting the Healthy Parenting Handbook!

The newest dietary guidelines have officially been released, and for the first time in a long time, the language is shifting toward what is real and truly health-promoting — what the Nutritional Therapy Association has been teaching since 1997. In this episode of The Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, Jamie Belz breaks down what it means to "eat real food" and shares the NTA's longstanding, scientifically backed, ancestrally aligned, tried-and-true nutrition teachings. Jamie walks through how nutrition messaging became complicated, commercialized, and disconnected from human physiology, and how ultra-processed, hyper-palatable, food-like substances and industrial chemicals found in today's Standard American Diet have been engineered for profit, shelf stability, and addiction rather than nourishment. This episode brings clarity to what "eat real food" actually means in real life.   You'll learn: What the new dietary guidelines say and what they still don't define clearly Why "permitted" or "regulated" does not mean safe or health-promoting How the GRAS system allows industrial chemicals into the food supply Why calories are fuel, while nutrients are information The NTA's clear definition of whole foods and nutrient-dense eating How bio-individuality explains why one diet never works for everyone The difference between macronutrients and micronutrients Why traditional fats support health and industrial seed oils undermine it How digestion, hydration, stress, and food preparation determine nourishment Why alcohol is never neutral when healing is the goal How to read ingredient labels without fear or obsession Jamie also connects the dots between modern food processing, chronic disease, metabolic dysfunction, mental health struggles, and the rising dependence on medications, while offering a grounded, hopeful path forward rooted in education and foundational health principles. This episode isn't about chasing trends or waiting for policy to catch up. It's about understanding nutrition TRUTH. If you're overwhelmed by nutrition advice, confused by labels, or tired of swinging between trends, this episode will help you simplify and reset. Listen now and return to the foundations that have supported real healing long before the guidelines caught up.   Topics Covered: New dietary guidelines explained Whole foods vs ultra-processed foods Nutrient-dense eating Bio-individual nutrition Macronutrients and micronutrients Traditional fats and seed oils Food additives and GRAS Digestion and nutrient absorption Hydration and mineral balance Alcohol and metabolic health Foundations of Health   Other Episodes and Resources Mentioned: "Dehydration Nation" episode Ep 82 - Total Load Theory Ep 81 - Wellness 101 Ep 80 - Digestive Hell Ep 79 - Optimal Digestion Ep 70 - Getting Started with Meal Planning and Eating Healthier Overall Ep 69 - Who Was Dr. Weston A Price? Ep 17 - Big Food Buzzwords BOOK: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon Morell (MANY AVAILABLE NOW!)   SUPERFOODS EXAMPLES   Foods rich in vitamins: liver (beef or chicken), sweet potatoes, salmon, avocados, cooked spinach.   Foods rich in minerals: nuts and seeds, shellfish, legumes, dark leafy greens, whole grains, mineral-rich spring water.   Foods rich in polyphenols: herbs and spices (cloves are especially high), cocoa powder, black olives, blueberries, hazelnuts.   Probiotic foods: yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, miso.   Omega-3 sources: cod liver oil, flax seeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, walnuts, salmon, sardines. _______________ Attend a Nutritional Therapy Association Webinar! Please hit SUBSCRIBE, leave a 5-Star review, and connect with us in Spotify comments!  

We just celebrated 10 years of teaching kids to cook online, which honestly feels surreal. It still feels like yesterday that we were filming the very first lessons, crossing our fingers, and wondering if anyone would even want this.Fast forward a decade and nearly 20,000 families served, and the answer is clear. This work matters. It is changing kitchens, confidence levels, and family dynamics in real ways.Over the years, parents have consistently asked me about two skills that go beyond what we teach inside Kids Cook Real Food:How to help kids meal planHow to help kids grocery shopThese are higher level executive functioning skills. They build on cooking, but they are a step further. They require decision making, budgeting, and thinking ahead. That is why they were never part of the original Kids Cook Real Food course.For a long time, I knew these skills belonged in a future, more advanced program for teens and young adults. And now, that next step is almost here!! They are a big part of Teens Cook Real Food, which releases to the public on January 26, 2006!! (But only for a week right now, so put it on your calendar.)Today we'll hit on steps 1-3 of meal planning on a budget!Resources We Mention for Meal Planning on a BudgetSome tips to stretch your meat and save moneyMore tips for reducing food wasteMeal planning is the key to healthy eatingRoutines to make healthy meal planning doable3 Habits to help your grocery budget with high inflationMore tips and recipes to save you moneVisit raisinghealthyfamilies.com/teens to get on the waitlist for Teens Cook Real Food! Kitchen Stewardship Raising Healthy Families follow Katie on Instagram or Facebook Subscribe to the newsletter to get weekly updates YouTube shorts channel for HPH Find the Healthy Parenting Handbook at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcast Affiliate links used here. Thanks for supporting the Healthy Parenting Handbook!

Join the EC method here00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap03:41 Coaching Insights and Accountability06:19 Home Workouts vs. Gym Sessions09:04 The Importance of Self-Efficacy18:13 Making Bad Days Less Bad28:38 Meal Planning and Mindful Eating37:17 The Impact of Snacking on Diet

Skip the plane ticket! Sophie Sadler is here with the homesick cook's answer to Germany's most surprising street food: homemade döner kebab, right down to making the bread.Sophie specializes in German cooking on her blog Dirndle Kitchen, and in this episode we talk about how döner, while not traditionally “German,” is so woven into everyday life in German.We discuss the real-deal components that make döner taste like the ones she remembers and Sophie walks us through building that classic döner experience at home, from the seasoned meat to the creamy sauce and fresh toppings, with homemade bread that seals the deal. In this episode, I also share why I love 3 day meal plans and how they can make your week go more smoothly, easily.Join COOKforTWO and get our new flexible 3-day meal plans!Sophie's Website: Dirndle KitchenSophie's Döner Kebab RecipeSophie on Instagram: @dirndle_kitchenSophie's cookbook: German Home KitchenGround Beef and Mushroom SkilletEvaporated Milk Mac and CheeseEmail Me! CookTheStory@gmail.comSubscribe to the PodcastJoin the ROTD Facebook Group, TikTok, or InstagramWebsites: CookTheStory.com and TheCookful.comChristine's NewsletterThe All New Chicken Cookbook (#ad)

In this episode, Shari sits down with Jenn Lueke, the creator behind the viral budget grocery series that helped millions of people eat well for less. They discuss how grocery system failures quietly drain time and money, why meal planning is really an inventory problem, and how Jenn turned a January budget grocery video into a community, a cookbook, and a system that actually sticks. Get Jenn's book here: https://jenneatsgoood.com/cookbook/ Jenn breaks down how to build a realistic pantry, the plant-based and protein swaps that cut costs without sacrificing nutrition, how to shop without waste, and why homemade sauces are the sleeper money saver everyone misses. They also talk about inflation, food psychology, decision fatigue at dinner, and Jenn's eight keys to success in the kitchen. Follow Jenn on Instagram @jenneatsgood Talkin' Points → where your money gets smarter. Real talk, practical tips, zero guilt straight to your inbox. Sign up here.  Be sure to like and follow the show on your favorite podcast app!Keep the conversation going on Instagram @everyonestalkinmoney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textAnnie Lampella is the creator behind KetoFocus, a trusted resource for easy, family-friendly low-carb and high-protein recipes. With over 13 years of experience developing keto-friendly meals—long before keto became mainstream—Annie's mission has always been to make low-carb living simple, sustainable, and full of flavor.As a pharmacist with a Doctorate in Pharmacy from the University of the Pacific (Magna Cum Laude) and a Bachelor's degree in Genetics from the University of California, Davis, Annie leaned on her background in science and human metabolism to fully understand the benefits of a low-carb, high-fat lifestyle.Annie has been a practicing pharmacist since 2008 and brings a unique blend of medical knowledge and real-world experience to her content. Her goal is to empower others to feel their best—without complicated ingredients or extreme restrictions.In her debut cookbook, Protein Packed: 100 Low-Carb, High-Protein Recipes to Build Strength, Health, and Longevity Annie shares the high-protein, low-carb meals that have transformed her own health—recipes designed to help you build strength, regain energy, and enjoy the foods you love!Find Annie at-https://www.ketofocus.com/YT- @Keto FocusIG- @ketofocusAmazon- Protein Packed: 100 Low-Carb, High-Protein Recipes to Build Strength, Health, and Longevityhttps://proteinpackedbook.com/Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

In this episode of the EVOQ Bike podcast, the team discusses essential nutrition strategies for cyclists. Topics include carbohydrate and protein intake, the debate between dieting and not dieting, and practical tips for meal planning. They also delve into the role of leucine, the importance of protein, and how to manage training and recovery effectively. Whether you're preparing for race day or just want to improve your cycling performance, this episode has valuable insights for every cyclist.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Common Misconceptions in Cycling Nutrition01:04 Welcome to the Evoke Bike Podcast02:07 Debating Dieting Approaches in Cycling03:24 The Importance of Protein in Cycling Nutrition04:48 Challenges and Strategies for Vegan Cyclists07:43 Meal Planning and Tracking for Optimal Performance10:50 Fueling Strategies for Training and Recovery17:15 The Role of Carbohydrates and Protein Timing28:39 Listening to Your Body and Adjusting Nutrition35:15 Conclusion and Upcoming Topics

Meal planning doesn't have to feel like another diet rule you're failing to follow. In this episode of Lose Your Cravings, we explore the key mindset differences between diet meal prepping and non-diet meal prepping—and why traditional planning often fuels cravings, guilt, and body frustration instead of easing them.You'll learn how a non-diet approach to meal planning can support nourishment, satisfaction, and self-trust without rigidity or pressure. If you're tired of starting over every Monday, battling cravings, or feeling like food controls your life, this episode offers a gentler, more sustainable way to plan that actually works with your body, not against it.Join my Nourished Mind + Body Community here!Become a sponsor of the Lose Your Cravings Podcast here!patreon.com/loseyourcravingsGet my FREE Guide: Break Free From Nighttime EatingWant to dive deeper into ending your cravings and overeating once and for all? → Book a call with me!Keysa Amaro helps women manage their emotional eating and cravings without deprivation or complicated meal plans so they can show up fully in their life and career.

We're kicking off the New Year with some questions about meal planning and the podcast! We asked AI to ask us questions about meal planning from our experience of hosting the Plan to Eat Podcast. Over the past 120+ episodes, we've reviewed books, had dozens of world-class guests, and shared so many tips and tricks about meal planning. In this first episode of 2026, we're reflecting on what we've learned, how it's changed us, and what advice we have for meal planners. This is a unique episode format for us, and we hope you enjoy!Sign up for a free trial + get 20% off your first annual subscription: plantoeat.com/PTEPODContact us: podcast@plantoeat.comConnect with Plan to Eat online:InstagramFacebookPinterest

In this episode, I'm sharing the super simple dinner system that's been saving my sanity lately — especially during busy weeks. I first discovered this idea from Amy Fritz on YouTube, and honestly, it's been a game-changer. It's all about theme nights — think Soup Sunday, Pasta Monday, Taco Tuesday — and how having a basic framework makes grocery shopping and weeknight cooking so much easier. No more staring into the fridge at 4:00 wondering what to make. I walk you through: How I set up our week using flexible theme nights Real-life examples of meals we rotate through for each night Why this system works even if your schedule or appetite changes How to make it your own based on what your family actually eats If meal planning has been feeling overwhelming or you're just ready for a refresh, I think you'll love this simple approach that brings structure without rigidity.

We're breaking down a raging red flag in a boyfriend, to discussing what men deem as “most attractive hobbies”. But let's not forget all men are loved most by food…! We also share our gold nuggets when it comes to meal prep and planning as busy wives and mothers.  Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and tell us your What In The Dang Heck moment, Heck Yes, Heck No, or ask for some advice! If you've been blessed by our podcast, we ask you to prayerfully consider supporting us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/whatinthedangheck   @Hallowapp get your 3-month free trial at www.hallow.com/whatinthedangheck   @jackmako mention the podcast in your inquiry for 2 FREE hours added onto any Wedding Photography Package jackiemarko.com   @houseofjoppa Check Out Their Lovely Products at https://www.houseofjoppa.com

This week on The Heart & Hustle Podcast, Evie and Lindsey chat with the inspiring Madison Wetherill, the creative force behind "Cook at Home Mom", a food blog helping busy women and moms simplify healthy eating without losing their sanity. Madison dives into the real-life rhythms of meal planning, finding variety for picky eaters, and creating family-friendly dinners that actually fit into chaotic schedules. From using shared Notion boards to grocery delivery hacks and time-saving tips, Madison's approach shows that meal planning doesn't have to be overwhelming, it can be empowering and even fun! She shares honest advice on overcoming mom guilt, building sustainable habits, and her favorite go-to recipes (spoiler: chicken fried rice and tacos make the list). If you've ever found yourself staring into the fridge at 6 p.m. wondering what to make, this episode is your ultimate guide to planning, prepping, and cooking with joy and balance. Check Out and Follow Madison Wetherill: https://cookathomemom.com/ - Free 5 day meal plan for listeners: https://cookathomemom.com/show/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madisonwetherill/ --------------------------------- Download the Ghosting freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/ghosting --------------------------------- Website Templates: www.theheartuniversity.com/website-templates --------------------------------- Check Out Our Course Library: https://theheartuniversity.com/courses --------------------------------- If you want to connect with us and other listeners in the Heart and Hustle community join our Facebook group here. --------------------------------- "PODCAST10" for 10% off anything from The Shop! www.theheartuniversity.com/shop --------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/mrslindseyroman www.instagram.com/evierupp www.instagram.com/theheartuniversity