138 Food And Mental Health

Robert J. Davis, PhD, a.k.a. The Healthy Skeptic is an award winning health journalist whose work has appeared on TIME, CNN, PBS, WebMD, and in The Wall Street Journal.  The author of three books on health, he hosts the “Healthy Skeptic” video series. Robert shares information from his latest book, “Supersized Lies: How Myths About Weight Loss Are Keeping Us Fat.” How to connect with Robert: Robert’s Books: https://www.healthyskeptic.com/books/ Website: https://www.healthyskeptic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RobertDavisHealthySkeptic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthyskept/   How to Connect with Gwen: Website: https://www.thegwenalexander.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegwenalexander Instagram:  https://www.Instagram.com/thegwen1685 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thegwenalexander Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thegwen1685 Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  The views of any guests on the podcast are their own.  The host of this podcast is not a medical doctor, nurse or health professional. You should consult talk to your doctor, nurse or health professional before you begin any weight loss/maintenance or exercise program.

Joshua Ford is the guest on episode 142 of the podcast.  Joshua is the CEO and Co-Founder of HipTrain.  As the son of two teachers, he is passionate about creating more affordable and accessible wellness services for people of all income levels.  Joshua shares how personal home fitness can help you reach your weight and health and wellness goals. How to connect with Joshua: Website: hiptrain.com Facebook: facebook.com/hiptrain Instagram: Instagram.com/HipTrainFitness Twitter: twitter.com/hiptrainfitness   How to Connect with Gwen: Website: http://www.thegwenalexander.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/thegwenalexander Instagram:  Instagram.com/thegwen1685 Pinterest: pinterest.com/thegwenalexander Twitter: Twitter.com/thegwen1685 Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  The views of any guests on the podcast are their own.  The host of this podcast is not a medical doctor, nurse or health professional. You should consult talk to your doctor, nurse or health professional before you begin any weight loss/maintenance or exercise program.

Tracy Pleschourt, the Founder of Self-Made U helps men and women create Self-Made wealth and wellness through life coaching. Tracy has mastered and now teaches the critical skills necessary to manage your mind and overcome any obstacle, including overeating, over drinking, time management, career & relationship changes. Some of the topics covered in this episode are: How weight loss leads to professional and/or personal growth Top 3 lies the diet industry has told you Basics to getting to your ideal weight How to connect with Tracy:  Website: https://www.self-madeu.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SelfmadeU/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_madeu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracypleschourt/ How to Connect with Gwen: Website: http://www.thegwenalexander.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/thegwenalexander Instagram:  @TheGwen1685   Pinterest: pinterest.com/thegwenalexander Twitter: @TheGwen1685 Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  The views of any guests on the podcast are their own.  The host of this podcast is not a medical doctor, nurse or health professional. You should consult talk to your doctor, nurse or health professional before you begin any weight loss/maintenance or exercise program.    

Jeyanthi Nair is this week’s guest on the Losing Weight to Gain Control Podcast.  Jeyanthi helps women balance their hormones through nutrition and health coaching and to bring vitality and exuberance to their lives.  She has a particular interest in perimenopause as she has experienced this and understands the issues women face.  How to connect with Jeyanthi:  Website: soulnourish.co.uk Facebook: facebook.com/jeysoulnourish Instagram: Instagram.com/jeysoulnourish Twitter: twitter.com/jey_soulnourish LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeyanthi-nair/   How to Connect with Gwen: Website: http://www.thegwenalexander.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/thegwenalexander Instagram:  @TheGwen1685   Pinterest: pinterest.com/thegwenalexander Twitter: @TheGwen1685 Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  The views of any guests on the podcast are their own.  The host of this podcast is not a medical doctor, nurse or health professional. You should consult talk to your doctor, nurse or health professional before you begin any weight loss/maintenance or exercise program.  

You may have heard of overtraining in exercise but have you thought about “over dieting” with your meal plan?  In today’s episode, Gwen shares what can happen to your body when you go to the extremes in your food plan. Get Your Merch and Resources https://www.thegwenalexander.com/the-online-store  How to Connect with Gwen: Website: http://www.thegwenalexander.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/thegwenalexander Instagram:  instagram.com/thegwen1685 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thegwenalexander/  Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  The views of any guests on the podcast are their own.  The host of this podcast is not a medical doctor, nurse or health professional. You should consult talk to your doctor, nurse or health professional before you begin any weight loss/maintenance or exercise program.  

May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States.  The food choices we make could have an impact on how we feel and the way we think.  In today’s episode, Gwen shares ways you can improve your mental health making small changes to your food and lifestyle choices.  Get Your Merch and Resources https://www.thegwenalexander.com/the-online-store  How to Connect with Gwen: Website: http://www.thegwenalexander.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/thegwenalexander Instagram:  instagram.com/thegwen1685 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thegwenalexander/   Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  The views of any guests on the podcast are their own.  The host of this podcast is not a medical doctor, nurse or health professional. You should consult talk to your doctor, nurse or health professional before you begin any weight loss/maintenance or exercise program.  

Making the decision to update your food plan could mean deciding to remove certain foods.  The thing to watch out for are the reasons you are restricting certain foods from your diet.  Is it because it will help you lose weight faster?  Is it because you have an intolerance to a food group?  Gwen will share how she works at not restricting foods or calories based on food messages she learned as a child and young adult.   Get Your Merch and Resources https://www.thegwenalexander.com/the-online-store How to Connect with Gwen: Website: http://www.thegwenalexander.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/thegwenalexander Instagram:  instagram.com/thegwen1685 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thegwenalexander/  Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  The views of any guests on the podcast are their own.  The host of this podcast is not a medical doctor, nurse or health professional. You should consult talk to your doctor, nurse or health professional before you begin any weight loss/maintenance or exercise program.

We are continuing the theme of getting back to basics in 2022.  In today’s episode, Gwen shares an article she read that has helped her stay focused on her exercise goals.  Article from the Episode: https://www.dispatch.com/story/lifestyle/health-fitness/2021/12/28/patient-and-start-slow-among-advice-starting-exercise/8941994002/ Get Your Merch and Resources https://www.thegwenalexander.com/the-online-store  How to Connect with Gwen: Website: http://www.thegwenalexander.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/thegwenalexander Instagram:  instagram.com/thegwen1685 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thegwenalexander/  Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  The views of any guests on the podcast are their own.  The host of this podcast is not a medical doctor, nurse or health professional. You should consult talk to your doctor, nurse or health professional before you begin any weight loss/maintenance or exercise program.  

What’s the challenge to you reaching your weight loss and/or health goals?  In today’s episode, Gwen shares an article she found which details challenges several people have with their goals to losing weight.  The number one challenge was not what to eat.  Listen to find out what the number one challenge many of us face when trying to eat better and take control of our lives.  Article from the Episode: https://www.precisionnutrition.com/biggest-diet-challenges  Get Your Merch and Resources https://www.thegwenalexander.com/the-online-store  How to Connect with Gwen: Website: http://www.thegwenalexander.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/thegwenalexander Instagram:  instagram.com/thegwen1685 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thegwenalexander/  Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  The views of any guests on the podcast are their own.  The host of this podcast is not a medical doctor, nurse or health professional. You should consult talk to your doctor, nurse or health professional before you begin any weight loss/maintenance or exercise program.  

You have probably heard of or done HIIT workouts (High Intensity Interval Training).  Have you heard of LISS exercise?  Low Intensity Interval Training (LISS) may be an exercise you would like to add to your exercise routine.  In today’s episode, Gwen shares how LISS exercise could benefit you for your workouts.   Get Your Merch and Resources https://www.thegwenalexander.com/the-online-store  How to Connect with Gwen: Website: http://www.thegwenalexander.com Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/thegwenalexander Instagram:  instagram.com/thegwen1685 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thegwenalexander/  Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only.  The views of any guests on the podcast are their own.  The host of this podcast is not a medical doctor, nurse or health professional. You should consult talk to your doctor, nurse or health professional before you begin any weight loss/maintenance or exercise program.