The Happy Eating Podcast

For every 9 boys diagnosed with ADHD, there’s one girl diagnosed. But ADHD isn’t a gender-related condition. It’s that girls and women are so under-diagnosed. One of the reasons is because our symptoms look completely different from the hyperactive boy we all remember from elementary school. In fact, lots of women with ADHD did very well in school, are successful adults with good careers and generally appear to really have their lives together. Case in point—Carolyn! So in today’s episode, you’re getting a look behind the curtain of Carolyn’s mind. And you may find you relate. Let’s dive in.    References: Miss. Diagnosis: A Systematic Review of ADHD in Adult Women   Cognition and Mood in Perimenopause: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.   Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions  

There’s a gene defect that up to 50 percent of us have, but it’s not commonly discussed. It’s called the MTHFR gene, and if you have it your body can’t break down some key B vitamins like it should. The cascade effect is then a higher risk of heart disease, autoimmune diseases, migraines, cancer, and—because this is the Happy Eating Podcast—mental health conditions. In today’s episode, we break down the MTHFR gene: what it is exactly, what the health effects are if you have it, and a super-simple way to “treat” it.   Supplements Mentioned: The supplement that Carolyn and her kids take is OrthoMolecular Methyl B12 (contains methyl-folate and B12). This must be ordered through a practitioner which you can do by creating a Fullscript account with us.  Fullscript:  https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/happyeating  Receive 20% off this supplement and all other supplement orders by creating a Fullscript account using the link above. Note: We may receive some compensation if you click and purchase using either of the links provided.    References Mentioned:  Association between gene variants of MTHFR genes and psychiatric disorders: A meta-analysis   Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) genetic polymorphisms and psychiatric disorders: A HuGE review.    Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase and psychiatric diseases Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions  

Welcome to a new type of episode for the Happy Eating Podcast! This week we’re tackling three hot trends popping on social media and telling you whether they’re legit (aka hot!) or not. Should you try the oatzempic diet? Is cold plunging actually helpful? And what is tongue scraping?   Episodes referenced during this episode:   The Unexpected Ways to Improve Your Oral Health to Support Your Mental Health   Are the Freezing Cold Temperatures of Cryotherapy Worth It?    What is Oil Pulling? And Is It Something to Try?  Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions  

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The Connection Between Seasonal Allergies and Mental Health Seasonal allergies are about to hit their peak, if they haven’t already. Where we are in the Southeast, everything is coated with a thin layer of yellow pollen right now. Stuffy noses, sore throats, irritated eyes, and fatigue are all common for seasonal allergy sufferers. But could those seasonal allergies also be aggravating your mood? In today’s episode, we’re explaining the very real connection between seasonal allergies and mental health.   Show Notes:  Resources and references mentioned include: American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Allergic Rhinitis Mental Health and Allergic Rhinitis: Depression and Suicidal Behavior   Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeating@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions 

We’re bringing back a listener favorite! And it’s our first one of 2024! In today’s episode, we are sharing four new nutrition studies. Are you getting too much vitamin B3 and why could that be a bad thing? Following a 5-day fasting-like diet can shave years off of your life. What are the benefits of a four-day work week? You’ll be surprised! And lastly, what does living within a half mile of a bar mean for your health?    Products Mentioned:   20% Discount - Prolon 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet:  https://prolonfmd.com/MealsThatHeal   Note: We may receive some compensation if you purchase using the link provided.    Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Raise your hand if you use mouthwash. If this is you, you’re going to want to listen to this episode. Today we’re talking about another kind of mouth swooshing—called oil pulling. What exactly is it? What, if any, benefits are there to oil pulling, or is it just some alternative hippy trend? And why are we talking about oral care on a podcast that’s focused on mental wellness? Let’s dive in!    References mentioned include: Oil pulling for maintaining oral hygiene—A review   Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeating@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions 

We have a question for the mothers out there. Have you ever experienced a fierce wave of anger that was triggered in a split second by something seemingly benign like a spilled bowl of cereal? If so, you’ve experienced mom rage. Don’t worry—you aren’t alone. In fact, Minna Dubin wrote an entire—and quite fantastic—book on the topic. In this episode, we get to sit down and chat with her all about her book, her mom rage, and our mom rage. It’s quite cathartic.   Read Mom Rage by Minna Dubin:  https://amzn.to/3OTNS2J   Follow Minna Dubin on Instagram (@minnadubin): https://www.instagram.com/minnadubin?igsh=cnNjcXJlOG44dGoz   Read Minna’s Articles: The Rage Mothers Don’t Talk About - Minna’s 2019 New York Times article https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/15/parenting/mother-rage.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb   “I Am Going to Physically Explode”: Mom Rage in a Pandemic - Minna’s 2020 New York Times article https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/06/parenting/mom-rage-pandemic.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Anxiety in adults can be hard to detect. But in kids? Even harder. One expert refers to anxiety as the great masquerader because it can look like a lot of different things, particularly in kids. What’s more, some of the symptoms of anxiety are quite sneaky. You may write them off as a phase, or a behavior issue, or even a prolonged illness. But, in fact, it could be how anxiety is manifesting in your child. So what are these sneaky signs of anxiety? Let’s find out!  Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

You're probably familiar with the healthy habits you need to adopt to live longer, but there’s a sneaky habit that takes years off your life. Some experts have gone so far as calling it the new smoking. And we’re going to be really bold here and say you’re probably doing it. What is it? Listen to find out!   References and Resources   Eating Well Article: The #1 Habit to Break for a Longer Life The impact of sitting time and physical activity on mental health during COVID-19 lockdown   Looking for high-quality dietary supplements?  Need recommendations for what to take? Check out the Happy Eating dispensary at Fullscript to see our dietary supplement recommendations and get 20% off every order.  https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/happyeating  If you click on links we provide through Fullscript, we may receive compensation.   Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

If you’ve never heard of astaxanthin, you aren’t alone. In fact, it just popped onto our radar last year. But once we discovered astaxanthin and read up on its health benefits, we were hooked. And then we were lucky enough to score two extremely knowledgeable guests on the topic of astaxanthin to come onto the podcast. You’re going to be blown away just like we were by the potential health benefits of this one supplement. Get ready to be convinced why this is the supplement you need in 2024.   Learn more about astaxanthin here: nowfoods.com/astareal   Want to purchase AstaReal astaxanthin?    Use code HAPPYEATING for 20% off at nowfoods.com through 3/31/24.    Offer valid through 11:59 PM Central Standard Time 3/31/24. Offer valid only on nowfoods.com. Prices are as shown. Some exclusions apply. Must use coupon code HAPPYEATING in the Promotion Code field at checkout. While supplies last at nowfoods.com. This offer does not apply to applicable taxes or shipping and handling. Offer cannot be used on previous purchases. NOW Health Group, Inc. has the right to end any promotion at any time.   *This podcast was recorded in collaboration with AstaReal and NOW Foods.    **These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.   Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

Carolyn has been in therapy for PTSD, yet she didn’t serve in the military and she wasn’t assaulted. Turns out, trauma comes in many different forms and, as in her case, the effects can stick around for a while. And even rear their ugly head months or years later in both mental and physical symptoms. In today’s episode, we’re talking with PTSD expert and registered dietitian Jess Cording to help us understand trauma and how to recognize it and heal.    More on Jessica Cording, MS, RD, CDN, INHC  Website: https://www.jessicacordingnutrition.com/  Information on The Trauma Warrior’s Toolbox can be found here.    Podcast: Drama-Free Healthy Living with Jess Cording   Social Media: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/jesscording/  Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/JessicaCordingNutrition/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/JessCording  Pinterest : https://www.pinterest.com/JCordingRD/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicacording/  TikTok: tiktok.com/@jesscording    Substack: https://jessicacording.substack.com/    YouTube: Youtube.com/@JessicaCordingNutrition   Books by Jess: Little Book Of Game Changers The Farewell Tour Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions

For some of us, when life feels out of control, leaning into astrology may help us regain a sense of purpose and control. And lately I’ve needed that. If you’re like me then you may have seen that 2024 is supposed to be a big year for most—perhaps all—of the Zodiac signs. Well, that really peaked our interest and so we reached out to our favorite astrologer, Valeria Mesa. In today’s episode, she walks us through each of the Zodiac signs, starting with Aries, and shares what each sign can expect to experience this year. Let’s dive in.    Follow our guest Valerie Mesa: @valeriemesa www.valeriemesa.com       Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions  

There are so many immune-boosting supplements available these days that, if you’re like us, you might just ignore them altogether. Well, Carolyn decided it was time to tackle the category. In today’s episode, we’re talking about the supplements that are actually worth taking to prevent a cold or even the flu, and which ones will shorten the duration of your illness. Find out if your go-to supplement made the cut.    Recommended Supplement  Pure Encapsulations PureDefense with NAC  Amazon:  https://amzn.to/48t0J3M Fullscript:  https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/happyeating  Receive 20% off this supplement and all other supplement orders by creating a Fullscript account using the link above.  Note: We may receive some compensation if you click and purchase using either of the links provided.  Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions  

Do you open up social media or scroll the news headlines as soon as you wake up? Has scrolling on your phone made you late for an appointment or meeting? If so, you might need a dopamine detox! In today’s episode we’re exploring what dopamine is, why it’s important, when too much is a bad thing, and whether or not a dopamine detox is a legit thing worth trying.    Fullscript Link to Recommended Supplements  Get links to our recommendations plus 20% your entire supplement order through Happy Eating dispensary at Fullscript. If you click on links we provide through Fullscript, we may receive compensation. https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/happyeating    LISTEN to 6 Easy Ways to Boost Dopamine   Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions  

What’s on trend for 2024? If you follow the news headlines, you know that a new year means a new batch of food, health, and wellness trends. So what’s on tap for this year? In today’s episode, Brierley and I share our 6 predictions.    Fullscript Link to Recommended Supplements  Get links to our recommendations plus 20% your entire supplement order through Happy Eating dispensary at Fullscript. If you click on links we provide through Fullscript, we may receive compensation. https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/happyeating    Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions  

Look no further than this simple, yet sophisticated solution to New Year’s Eve.  In this mini episode, we bring back  Frances Largeman-Roth, a registered dietitian and author of Everyday Snack Trays, to share her go-to for ringing in the new year.    Buy Everyday Snack Trays HERE.    Follow Frances Largeman-Roth (www.franceslargemanroth.com) IG: @FrancesLRothRD Holiday Snack Tray How-Tos   Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions  

The holiday season is joyful, yes, but it’s also stressful. In today’s episode, Carolyn and I share how we attempt to survive the season. It’s a little bit of just good advice that we’ve learned the hard way over the years.    Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeating@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions 

If you’re feeling overwhelmed—even the slightest bit—this holiday season, you are not alone. In fact, surveys say that the majority of us are more stressed during the holidays, despite the joyousness of the season. So with that in mind, we have a solution that we think you’ll like: holiday snack trays. In today’s episode, we’re talking with registered dietitian Frances Largeman Roth about her brand new book, Everyday Snack Trays, and how it can simplify some of your holiday meals and get togethers.    This episode was recorded in partnership with the Pomegranate Council.    Products and Resources Mentioned The boards discussed in this episode are found in Frances Largeman-Roth’s new book Everyday Snack Trays which you can buy HERE.    Follow Frances Largeman-Roth (www.franceslargemanroth.com) IG: @FrancesLRothRD Holiday Snack Tray How-Tos   Follow Learn More About Pomegranates (https://pomegranates.org/) IG: @capomegranates Pomegranate Recipes How To Cut a Pomegranate   Thank you for listening to The Happy Eating Podcast. Tune in weekly on Thursdays for new episodes! For even more Happy Eating, head to our website!  https://www.happyeatingpodcast.com Learn More About Our Hosts:  Carolyn Williams PhD, RD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfoodreallife_rd/ Website: https://www.carolynwilliamsrd.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealFoodRealLifeRD/ Brierley Horton, MS, RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brierleyhorton/ Got a question or comment for the pod? Please shoot us a message!  happyeatingpodcast@gmail.com Produced by Lester Nuby OE Productions  

Did you know that the average adult drinks double their usual amount of alcohol during the holiday season? Whether or not your drinking during this time of year increases or not, we’re saying ditch the guilt because sometimes it can be necessary! That said, awareness is super important and so in this episode we’re offering up 5 tips to mindfully enjoy your favorite holiday drinks this season.