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Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/3 16 In this episode, Charles Duhigg, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author, shares insights on how recent research into GLP1s is transforming our understanding of habit formation, weight management, and behavioral change. Discover practical strategies for leveraging the habit window created by GLP1 therapy and…
Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/3 15 From Burnout to Resilience: Science-Backed Strategies for Brain Health What is burnout, and how is it different from stress or depression? Learn how burnout affects the brain, why it impacts memory, focus, mood, and decision-making, and what the science says about nutrition, lifestyle, and practical strategies to build…
Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/3 14 Resetting the Rules of Indulgence We often think of food choices as an all-or-nothing equation: healthy eating requires effort and discipline, while treats feel like guilty pleasures or even cheating. But what if treating yourself could actually support your health goals? Today we're talking with food anthropologist…
Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/3 13 Many individuals are turning to GLP-1 medications for weight loss, but what happens when they stop? In this episode, we delve into the complexities of maintaining weight loss once these medications are discontinued. Dr. Holly Wyatt, an expert in obesity medicine, shares her insights on why understanding metabolic…
Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/3 12 We're surrounded by headlines, health advice and hot takes that can make it feel like science changes every week. Public health recommendations can seem confusing, and social media often turns nuanced science into click-worthy certainty. So how do we make sense of it all? How do we separate evolving evidence from…
Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/311 We hear a lot of bold claims about food and eating behavior: certain foods are "addictive," ultraprocessed foods are driving obesity, and eating something sweet only makes you crave more sweets. We're also told we can retrain our taste buds for things like salt and sugar, but is that really true? With the rise of GLP-1…
Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/ 310 Convenience without Compromise: What Really Matters When Choosing Frozen & Processed Foods? Are convenience foods a problem, or could they actually be part of the solution? When it comes to frozen meals and processed foods… are we asking the wrong questions? Let's take a look at how frozen and convenience foods can fit…
Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/ 309 Access to dietitian services is evolving, and so is the way we think about nutrition care. In this episode, we're diving into how and why more people can (and should) work with a registered dietitian, especially when the focus goes beyond food advice to meaningful behavior change. We'll unpack what's shifting in the RD…
Full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/ 308 From viral reels warning about 'chemicals in your food' to influencers claiming the food industry is hiding the truth, social media is full of strong opinions about what we eat. But how much of this messaging is grounded in real science, and how much is driven by fear, confusion, or misinformation? In this episode, we're…
Gain Valuable Insights from a GLP-1 Expert and User Cozy Earth coupon code, full shownotes, transcript, and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/ 307 In this episode, we explore GLP-1 weight loss medications, including emerging conversations around microdosing, the "mental load" of weight management, and what it really takes to maintain weight loss long term. Hear expert insights on how these…