This One Life Change Can Prevent Obesity In Your Family | Heal Thy Self | Episode # 225
8/28/2023
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Guest Segment
Shawn Stevenson is a Bestselling Author, Speaker, Nutritionist & Strength Coach, who joins the show for the third time to discuss his most recent research on the observable impact of communal eating on overall health.
Shawn Stevenson’s third guest appearance on Heal Thy Self
Is eating together in community essential for our long term health?
Culture guides our eating habits
Children who eat with family regularly get more nutrients
Families who eat together consume more fruits and vegetables
Eating together prevents chronic disease onset in kids
Evolutionarily people ate as a group
Relationships impact our health
WHY does community have such a large impact?
Planning and scheduling
Family time relieves stress
Human Energetic fields & community
What is the biggest thing that is preventing us from eating with family?
Creating a micro-culture within your household
Ultra-processed foods in our culture
Bringing your family’s culture with you
Our metabolic response to food is affected by artificial flavor profiles
Whole Food based diets
Becoming addicted to our association with screens while eating
The importance of gratitude practices
Making your table a sacred space
Phones being nearby impacts our ability to focus
How to implement better dinner habits
Find what motivates your family and integrate it into your habits
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