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We get it, wellness seems confusing, contradictory, and expensive. But not anymore! Hosts Carolyn Brown and Marissa Meshulam are registered dietitian nutritionists who have counseled thousands of clients towards their healthiest selves and are now opening up the conversation to empower and inspire you! If you’re starting each week with a new fad diet or are just looking to level up your nutrition knowledge, The Wellness Wake Up is your official wake up call. Join Carolyn & Marissa every Monday morning!
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From probiotics to creatine, berberine to magnesium, we’re breaking down 10 of the most popular supplements and telling you what works, what’s a waste, and what might just be the bridge between where you are and how you want to feel. In this episode: Probiotics (not all strains are created equal)GLP-1 targeted blends (for the GLP-curious)Berberine vs. blood sugarMagnesium types decodedCollagen, creatine, and lots more.Tune in and find out what’s worth it and what’s just hype.
Ever feel like you're constantly tired — even when you're doing everything “right”? In this episode, we’re breaking down 7 reasons your energy might be tanking, from hydration issues and undiagnosed nutrient deficiencies to blood sugar crashes, sleep sabotage, and caffeine dependency. If you’re relying on coffee to survive the day or hitting a 3pm wall daily, this one’s for you. Tune in to learn what your fatigue is really trying to tell you — and how to feel more energized, nourished, and ba...
Almost two years ago we recorded an episode on GLP-1s when they were first hitting the mainstream weight loss scene. Today we’re revisiting that conversation with updated experiences, opinions and research on GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy. Learn from our first-hand client stories and where we have some differences of opinion, too. As always, please always work with a doctor or practitioner to come up with the best personalized plan for you.
You asked, we answered! In todays episode we’re doing a listener Q&A, including cholesterol, creatine, colostrum, and so much more. Listen in for how to de-puff when you wake up, supplement brands, and how to help your parents get healthier.
Do you feel great about your diet during the weekdays, but feel like everything goes out the window on the weekends? Do you feel like you can’t keep X food in your house without eating all of it? We’ve been there, we get it. Today we are breaking down black and white thinking and teaching you how to live in the grey area with food so you can learn to actually ENJOY what you are having and FEEL GOOD all the time.
We are ending this season sharing 10 things you can add to your routine to feel a *little* healthier. We are big fans of slow change to boost your wellness inertia, and this episode is packed with our favorite ideas to get started. Find more of us: Carolyn Brown || IG: @carolynbrownie || Website: indigowellnessgroup.com Marissa Meshulam || IG: @mpmnutrition || Website: MPMNutrition.com
Today’s episode is a deep dive into the world of nutritional psychiatry. We talk through the brain-gut connection and explain how food can play a role in your mood. We share our favorite “good mood foods” and some actionable ways you can incorporate them into your day. Find more of us: Carolyn Brown || IG: @carolynbrownie || Website: indigowellnessgroup.com Marissa Meshulam || IG: @mpmnutrition || Website: MPMNutrition.com
To snack or not to snack? In this episode, we cover when, how, and why snacking can be helpful and also look at when it is not so great. We share our favorite real food snacks and some on-the-go options and brands. Happy snacking! Find more of us: Carolyn Brown || IG: @carolynbrownie || Website: indigowellnessgroup.com Marissa Meshulam || IG: @mpmnutrition || Website: MPMNutrition.com
Ever wondered why you feel hungry all the time? This week we are ruining through 10 questions you should ask yourself if you are constantly hungry. From checking in on your protein content, looking at your stress levels to even subconsciously restricting, we are covering it all today. Find more of us: Carolyn Brown || IG: @carolynbrownie || Website: indigowellnessgroup.com Marissa Meshulam || IG: @mpmnutrition || Website: MPMNutrition.com
Today we are answering a question we hear all too often - should I eat meat? We go through why veganism is not always better, the health benefits of good quality meat and how to consider the environment if you are going to consume animal products. Find more of us: Carolyn Brown || IG: @carolynbrownie || Website: indigowellnessgroup.com Marissa Meshulam || IG: @mpmnutrition || Website: MPMNutrition.com
With spring in full swing and summer just around the corner, we are all looking for ways to revamp our wellness routines. In this episode we are sharing 5 new tips we have yet to cover. From surrounding yourself with plants and swapping out your deodorant to changing up what you listen to, this one is jam packed with new information. Find more of us: Carolyn Brown || IG: @carolynbrownie || Website: indigowellnessgroup.com Marissa Meshulam || IG: @mpmnutrition || Website: MPMNutrition.com
We have touched on what diet culture is before, but in this episode we dive deep into the ways it has affected us. From attaching points to food (hi WW), to eliminating whole food groups (thank you, keto), we look at the lasting effects these diets can have on our relationships with food. We end the episode with some tools to challenge these narratives and how to move forward with a healthier outlook. Find more of us: Carolyn Brown || IG: @carolynbrownie || Website: indigowellnessgroup.com M...
We've broken down many diets that focus on what to eat, but this week we are looking at one that is more focused on when you eat. In this week's episode, we dive into where the tradition of fasting first originated, how it is being utilized today, who it is right for and who should avoid this. Spoiler alert: if it’s stressful, it’s not wellness!
Tiktok has created a whole new world to gather wellness information. Over the past few years we have fielded hundreds of clien questions, so we are opening up the dialogue and breaking down the most askeda about tiktok trends. Curious if carrot salad can balance your hormones, if an orange peel is key to digestion or if seed cycling is right for you? We are breaking it all down in this episode.
We figured it was time to address the envelope in the room. In today’s episode, we sat down and discuss Ozempic. We explain what it is, who it is meant for, what the side effects look like and what we have seen in practice. We discuss what this says for us about body image and debate whether or not celebrities should have to disclose use or should we all just leave them alone? This is one you do not want to miss!
It’s trending to call things "diet culture", but today we're diving into what exactly is diet culture, and what isn't. Between getting salad dressing on the side, labeling food as good or bad, and those infamous GG crackers, we are tackling it all. The truth is, the why behind your choices is what matters most, and we're empowering you to choose what feels best in your own body so you never fall victim to diet culture. Enjoy our final episode of season 2!
Today we’re joined by the incredible Samah Dada of @dadaeats, who shares about her life as a cookbook author & Instagram personality, silver linings from her PCOS diagnosis, and how her Indian culture shaped her wellness experience & her career. Samah talks with us about her own self-love journey and what it’s like to not drink alcohol as a 20-something in NYC. It’s a juicy one and we hope you enjoy! Follow Samah on Instagram @dadaeats and check out her incredible cookbook Love To Coo...
We all know that we are supposed to eat vegetables, but have you ever thought about how the plastic around your string cheese or the coffee cup you grab each morning can affect you? We dive deep into sustainability with Abby Cannon, dietitian, lawyer & low-waste expert, as she teaches us how we can use nutrition to better ourselves and the planet. Follow Abby on instagram @abbysfoodcourt and check out her website AbbysFoodCourt to become a client. Today’s episode is sponsored by: way. way...
Today we’re joined by Ryan Carter of @livevitae nutritionist, biohacker, and fantastic meme-maker. We chat with Ryan about circadian rhythm, the importance of getting into nature daily, the problem with AirPods & synthetic underwear, and Marissa’s feelings on eating bull testicles… trust us you want to listen in to this one! Follow Ryan on Instagram @livevitae, and check out his website LiveVitae to become a client anywhere in the world. Today’s episode is sponsored by: way. way creates t...
As we come to halfway through our season, we're taking a pause and checking in with you to learn what you want to hear. We're answering all your questions from ColonBroom, to cooking oils, portion control, and much more.
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