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A Healthier Michigan Podcast is dedicated to navigating how we can improve our health and well-being through small healthy habits we can start implementing today. Every other week, host Chuck Gaidica will sit down with a certified health expert from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to deep dive into topics covering nutrition, fitness and much more.
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On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Angela Moore, NASM Master Trainer & Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Together, they discuss better ways tackle your to-do list.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:How effective to-do lists can positively impact your wellbeingAspects of creating an effective to-do listTools to help streamline to-do listsStrategies to help prevent to-do lists from becoming overwhelmingFor more info on Angela Moore, visit Angela T. Moore (empoweredbyangela.com)
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss ways we can snack smarter on the go.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:What to consider when choosing snacksCommon mistakes when snacking and how to avoid themTips for navigating portion sizesEffective strategies for navigating smarter snacking habits
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Angela Seabright, Care Management Physician for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss whether or not sleep aids promote better sleep.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:Common difficulties achieving restful sleepCommonly recommended sleep aids"Sleep cocktails" and if they're effectiveHow natural sleeps aids play within a broader approach to sleep
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Angela Seabright, Care Management Physician for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the benefits of power naps.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:Optimal duration of power napsPrimary benefitsPotential long-term health benefitsPractical tips for taking a successful power nap
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Kristyn Gregory, Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss ways positive self-talk can be beneficial to stress reduction.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:The physical and mental connection between positive-self talk and stress reductionPractical techniques to incorporate positive self-talk into their daily routinesCommon challenges people face when adopting positive self-talkThe effect of the long-term practice of self-positive on overall mental health
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Maddie Yaw, Nutritionist, MPH. Together, they discuss ways we can stock our cupboards with heart healthy foods.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:How a well-stocked cupboard contributes to maintaining good heart healthKey staples we should make priority to better our heart healthHow we can balance convenience and eating healthyPractical tips to revamp our kitchen cupboards to better impact our health
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Mallory Applewhite, Vice President of Community Impact for the American Heart Association. Together, they discuss what numbers you should be focusing on to maintain a healthy heart.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:Specific numbers we should prioritize for optimal heart healthEveryday things we do that impact our heart health unbeknownst to usHow to approach lifestyle changes to address and improve our numbersHow to maintain a proactive approach to managing our heart health
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss things you should look for when choosing a workout routine.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:Elements that make a well-rounded fitness planKey factors to consider when choosing an exercise routineWays to stay consistent with a workout routineYou can learn more about Ann Marie at her website, or Instagram page.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Angela Moore, NASM Master Trainer & Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Together, they discuss reasons why you should consider not making a New Year's resolution this year.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:Why resolutions are flawedWhat we should focus on instead of resolutionsFocusing on changing behavior and how to approach itWhy goals work better than resolutionsFor more info on Angela Moore, visit Angela T. Moore (empoweredbyangela.com)
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. William Beecroft, Medical Director of Behavioral Health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network. Together, they discuss negativity bias and ways to overcome it.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:What negativity bias is and how it developsWays to overcome negativity biasHow negativity bias impacts our health
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Nick Nerbonne, Media, Digital and Industry Relations Director for Travel Michigan. Together, they discuss Michigan destinations to check out this winter.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:Michigan winter destinations to add to your bucket listSummer destinations that are worth checking out in the winterDestinations that are off the beaten pathIndoor destinations to visit if you're not of fan of cold weather
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Kristyn Gregory, medical director of behavioral health for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore ways we can identify and cope with burnout.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:What is burnout and how it differs from other stress-related conditionsHow we can self-evaluate and determine if we are experiencing burnoutHow long it can take to recover from burnout and what factors can influence the duration of recoveryWhat steps someone should take if they are seeking help and support for burnout
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore if it's possible to take a test that shows you which foods to avoid.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:The differences between food sensitivity, food intolerance and food allergyThe reliability of food sensitivity testsRecommendations one should take if they're experiencing digestive symptoms
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss how we can incorporate more veggies into our diet.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:The recommended daily servings of vegetablesEffects of getting your daily servings and the impact of not getting enough vegetables a dayWays to increase your veggie intakeHow to make vegetables more palatable
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Marissa Jarrett, well-being coordinator for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss if 10,000 steps a day is the step goal we should be aiming to achieve.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:Where 10,000 steps a day originatedIf 10,000 steps a day is beneficial across the board, or can it vary from person to personThe benefits of maintaining a step goal
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Ann Marie Wakula, certified personal trainer and macro nutrition coach. Together, they discuss how to approach starting and maintain a new routine. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:How to track your progress and layout a planHow to use visual tracking to maintain motivationStrategies for getting back on track after experiencing a setbackYou can learn more about Ann Marie at her website, or Instagram page.
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the impact our food can have on our carbon footprint and ways we can reduce it.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:What carbon footprint is and how it relates to our foodSustainable eating - the benefits and barriers of itExamples of sustainable foods
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Angela Seabright, care management physician for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss the science behind the optimal times to exercise and how aligning our exercise routines with our body's internal clock may enhance performance.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:Circadian rhythm and how it influences our body's functionThe debate between morning and evening workouts, and if there's an advantage to eitherMyths and misconceptions about the best times to exercise
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. David Baird, chief dermatologist and director at Farmington Dermatologists. Together, they explore different skincare trends that claim to benefit your skin, but do they work and are they safe to practice? In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:What's the allure of skincare hacks that continue to surface on the internet?The basics of a good skincare routineSkincare trends such as: beef tallow, ice water facials, jade rollers, and facial steamingBest skincare resourcesSource
On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they explore ways dehydration is affecting you that you might not have realized. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: The post Ways Dehydration is Affecting You That You Didn’t Realize appeared first on A Healthier Michigan.
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Nice and informational! Good to hear Chuck's voice