You're Great with Unique Hammond

From diet culture to thriving. In this powerful episode of the Your Great Podcast, host Unique sits down with her client, Catherine's, to share an incredible transformation story. Catherine's came to Unique feeling "at war" with her body, struggling with eczema, chronic sickness, and food sensitivities that left her at rock bottom.But through the foundational principles of the Bean protocol™, Catherine moved beyond simply managing symptoms. She healed her relationship with food and her body, rediscovering vitality and joy. This isn't just a story about a diet; it's about a complete mindset shift, from feeling like a victim of your health to becoming the empowered hero of your own life.Listen in as Catherine reveals how she went from being sick more weeks than she was well, to having the energy to say "yes" to life, all by learning to nourish her body from within. If you've ever felt like healing is a struggle, this conversation will inspire you to look at your health journey with new eyes.You can find out how to work with Unique at https://www.youregreat.com/oneonone-consults

In this episode, host Unique and guest Luis Mojica discuss the concept of "food ideologies" and how they can become a person's identity, often to the detriment of their health.Podcast Summary: Food Ideology vs. Personal HealthIn this episode, Unique Hammond and her guest, Luis Mojica, discuss the concept of food as identity and how it can become a limiting factor in personal health journeys. Unique emphasizes that while the Bean Protocol was a tool that helped her heal from autoimmune conditions like Crohn's and endometriosis, she doesn't want it to be her sole identity.Both hosts share personal stories of how they subscribed to strict food ideologies—first vegetarianism, then veganism and macrobiotics—as a means of finding health. Luis recounts his journey from eating a highly processed diet to becoming a "militant vegan" after a traumatic experience at a factory farm. He initially thrived on a whole-foods vegan diet but later began to experience fatigue, brain fog, and weight gain. He realized his body was craving animal proteins and fats.They both highlight a key issue: when a food ideology becomes a person’s identity, it can lead to social and internal conflict if they need to change their diet for health reasons. Luis shares his experience of losing friends and a book deal after he started incorporating eggs and fish into his diet. Unique notes that many of her clients, particularly women, feel better after adding in legumes and some animal protein, but are afraid to do so openly due to social pressure.The conversation touches on the psychological and emotional components of eating. They discuss how a strict diet can sometimes be a trauma response, a way of exerting control or protecting oneself. They also note that a balanced diet, like the one offered by the Bean Protocol™, can create a sense of internal stability that allows people to address deeper emotional issues. Unique concludes by saying her upcoming book will frame the Bean Protocol ™ as an omnivore plan for healing, emphasizing that wellness requires effort, consistency, and a willingness to listen to one’s body.Scientific Correction:Clarification: The human body needs a total of 20 amino acids to build proteins, 9 of which are essential and must come from food. The body can create complete proteins from a variety of plant sources, provided the diet is varied enough to supply all the essential amino acids. The feeling of improved health from adding animal protein is likely due to the higher concentration and more easily digestible form of protein (a complete protein) and fat-soluble vitamins found in animal products, which may be more challenging to obtain in sufficient amounts on a vegan diet, not due to an inability to break down carbohydrates.A Note on Veganism:It's important to recognize that not everyone chooses a vegan lifestyle for health reasons. For many, the choice is driven by a deep ethical commitment to animal welfare and environmental sustainability. For these individuals, the diet is a core part of their moral belief system, and they may be willing to sacrifice their own health if needed for the life of an animal. This is a powerful and personal choice that goes beyond the conversation about food as medicine.

In Podcast Episode 57, I sat down with my inspiring client, Micaela, to talk about her incredible health journey. Micaela has achieved Natural remission from Ulcerative Colitis not once, but twice, thanks to her dedicated work with The Bean Protocol™.Her story is truly inspiring, showcasing the power of nutrition, persistence and grit. I hope hearing about her transformation encourages you as much as it does me.Ready to start your own healing journey?My next 12-week Bean Protocol™ course kicks off on July 11th. Don't miss your chance to join – registration closes July 7th!Follow this link for more infohttps://www.youregreat.com/join-the-bean-protocolDisclaimer: This is not medical advice. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes.

Podcast 56: The Fundamentals of Great Health. This week, I'm thrilled to welcome Dr. Karen Hurd to the podcast! We're diving deep into the core principles of great health, covering the five crucial elements that are often overlooked:Soluble Fiber (found in powerhouses like beans and psyllium husk) Water - ( key for great energy)Complete & Efficient Protein ( this combo is key for great health and aging gracefully)Good Fats (healthy oils for happy hormones, your hair, skin and nails)Vegetables (packed with insoluble fiber, essential vitamins, and minerals)This foundational conversation sets the stage perfectly for anyone looking to optimize their health.My next 12-week LIVE Bean Protocol with special guest Karen Hurd kicks off July 11th! This will be the last live protocol of 2025. Hope to see you there!More info here- https://www.youregreat.com/join-the-bean-protocol

Looking to understand the Bean Protocol on a whole new level? In Episode 55 of You're Great, I have a fascinating conversation with the one and only Dr. Karen Hurd! We delve into the core of her protocol, dissecting the famous "No List" and revealing the "why" behind it. And for those who like a little heat, we also dive into some "spicy" topics, including Hormone Replacement Therapy. Get ready to gain clarity and new insights from the expert herself. Enjoy! #beanprotocol #karenhurd #fiber #fiberfuled #livingwell #uniquehammond #youregreatpodcast #nolist #thebeanprotocol

Podcast 54: Navigating Type 1 Diabetes, the Bean Protocol, and Embracing DiscomfortIn this beautiful episode, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Sam, a remarkable individual who openly shares her journey with Type 1 Diabetes. Sam's story is an inspiring account of resilience, self-discovery, and the power of embracing healthy discomfort for the sake of growth..To find out more about Sam, you can visit-https://www.samanthashay.artTo work with me and learn about my courses and groups-https://www.youregreat.com/oneonone-consults

In Episode 53, I sit with Linsey, who shares her extraordinary gallbladder healing story with The Bean protocol. Yes, you can heal your gallbladder. Your diet matters. Share this with any doctor who tells you your gallbladder can't be saved.Interested in the bean protocol? You can find out more info here. https://www.youregreat.com/oneonone-consultsI create healing plans to support your best gallbladder, hormonal, weight, fertility, vitality, and long-term health. Food is foundational for excellent health.I also offer courses, group coaching, and more!In great health,Unique

In episode 52, I had a great discussion with my client, Hayley, about her healing journey. We started working together in October 2021 when she was 26 years old. In January 2024, she joined my 12-week course to address her relationship with nourishing her body and healing her cystic acne, gut health, and canker sores. It was a pleasure supporting her as she developed healthier long-term habits for her well-being.My final 12-week course of the year starts September 13th!Join us in creating your best health.More info here.https://www.youregreat.com/join-the-bean-protocol

In podcast 51, I have a personal and intimate conversation with Dani Beinstein about navigating significant life transitions through the lens of Astrology. We delve into the beauty of change, embracing age, and the unexpected life.Danielle Beinstein, MA, is a psychological and intuitive counseling astrologer based in Nashville. Born and raised in NYC, she received BA from NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study, where she crafted a major in Humanities, Literature and Art History in 2003. After moving to Los Angeles and working in Hollywood and Tech, she returned to school, completing her Masters in Spiritual Psychology with an Emphasis in Consciousness, Health and Healing in 2014. She offers ongoing private and group consults and facilitation, as well as circles and retreats. You can connect with Danielle and learn more about her offerings at www.daniellebeinstein.com and for more regular astrological musings, you can follow her on Instagram @DaniBeinsteinSeeking to deeply ground in nutrition through the various transitions in your life? I offer a 12 week group for ladies - the last one of the year starts in Sept. More info here www.youregreat.com/the-bean-protocoland follow me on IG @uniquehammond

In Podcast 50, I sit with my wonderful client, Alexa, as she takes us through her healing journey. Gut issues have plagued her since she was a young girl, and she has been in and out of doctors' offices. We discuss her Lyme diagnosis, EBV, and so much more. Strap in; this one is a wild ride.My next 12-week group runs in September 13th. Are you Ready to get healthy, understand how to nourish yourself, and confront old habits? Find out more here.https://www.youregreat.com/join-the-bean-protocolWith Love,Unique

In Episode 49, I sit with my mentor Terry DeMeo, ICF Professional Certified Coach, and Martha Beck Master Certified Coach. We chat relationships, stress and so much more. Enjoy!As a coach, Terry is known for her versatility and her wide-ranging experience. Her specialty areas focus on leadership and professional development, maintaining high performance under pressure, emotional self-regulation, effective communication, career strategies and transitions, and the impact of personal issues on professionals. She also presents professional development workshops on such topics such as leadership, team building, decision-making, communication skills, gender-based power dynamics, emotional resilience, confidence, and mindfulness and stress management.She is a certified mindfulness and stress management practitioner, is a certified provider of the Myers-Briggs Typology Instrument, and has completed graduate coursework in somatic clinical psychology. She has done advanced training in such topics as the fundamentals of positive psychology, the science of achieving goals, and gender-based power dynamics. She has trained in Internal Family Systems Coaching and is an IFS-Informed Coach.Between 2008 and 2023, Terry served on the faculty of the Martha Beck Institute, an ICF certified coach-training company, where she taught courses in coaching skills and coaching ethics and professional responsibility. She is also trained as a mediator by the American Arbitration Association. She received her undergraduate and J.D. degrees from the University of Florida.Find out how to work with Terry at www.TerryDeMeo.comYou can find out more about my Sept for my 12 week course here--https://www.youregreat.com/the-bean-protocol

In Podcast 48, I sit with Paul Newnham. We chat all things beans and his plan to double bean consumption globally over the next five years. Yes, please.Paul Newnham currently leads the SDG2 Advocacy Hub, a network convened to connect NGOs, advocacy groups, civil society, the private sector, and United Nations agencies around Sustainable Development Goal 2: To end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture by 2030. Executive Director, SDG2 Advocacy Hub. Paul is heading up a campaign to double legume consumption over five years.The Food Crisis Advocacy and Campaigning Network brings together civil society to advocate for policy change and urgent response, including the #HungryforAction campaign.The Chefs' Manifesto: a network of 1100+ chefs from over 90 countries to educate and empower food systems champions, driving progress to achieve the 2030 Agenda.Good Food For All: a campaign to drive Public Engagement via an engaging social media campaign supporting Good Food For All.Beans are How: a campaign to double the global consumption of beans (peas, pulses, lentils, and legumes) by 2028.Future Fork Podcast—https://disruptiveconsultingsolutions.com/futurefork/Executive Director, SDG2 Advocacy Hub @PaulNewnham | Instagram| Twitter | LinkedInYou can sign up for my next 12-week course and learn how to nourish your unique body and integrate BEANS!https://www.youregreat.com/join-the-bean-protocol

In Episode 47, I sit with my mentor Karen Hurd to answer some of the burning questions from my Beany community, IG, and private course members. I hope you enjoy our chat.Practicing for 30 years, Karen, in addition to her nutritional training, holds her Master of Science in Biochemistry and Masters in public health. Her philosophy in approaching health is that "Food has the power to kill; food has the power to heal. It's your choice." Karen applies her knowledge at the biomolecular level to understand the cause of the health problems we face and what dietary and lifestyle changes are needed to correct that cause and unlock our best health. You can find Karen on:http://karenhurd.comhttp://www.karenhurd.com/podcasts.htmlKaren's e-courseshttps://karen-r.mylearnworlds.com/pages/coursesYou can also find out how to work with me and the bean protocol here! I have worked with Karen for 11 years, coaching and adhering to her protocols. https://www.youregreat.com/the-bean-protocolX

In Episode 46, I am joined by my wonderful client Sara Avant Stover, a Certified Internal Family Systems practitioner, and a teacher and mentor of women's spirituality and entrepreneurship. Sara shares her powerful healing journey and how she came to write her current book Handbook for the Heartbroken. I loved hearing how The Bean Protocol™ played a pivotal role in supporting her journey!!Sara Avant Stover is the author of The Way of the Happy Woman (2011), The Book of SHE (2015), and Handbook for the Heartbroken (2024.)Her work—integrating Buddhism, embodiment, and psychology—has uplifted the lives of countless women worldwide. She has taught at Kripalu, 1440 Multiversity, and Shambhala Mountain Center and featured in Yoga Journal, HuffPost, Newsweek, Natural Health, and more. She lives in Boulder, Colorado.For more, visit saraavantstover.com.

In Episode 45, I am joined by Morgan Lynn, a wonderful doula, chef, and Gardener, to chat about the importance of prepping our bodies for a healthy pregnancy and postpartum. I really could not have loved this chat more. Morgan has such a lovely, caring energy—just the vibe for a beautiful transition into motherhood.Morgan Lynn is a birth and postpartum doula, cook and gardener in Los Angeles. She specializes in seasonal Ayurvedic cooking and self care for pre-conception, pregnancy and postpartum. Her doula practice, Cottage Inside, offers complete programs to support families in physiologic birth and postpartum. Geared toward supporting parents to be together with their newborns, these programs draw from functional nutrition, medical anthropology, traditional practices, and evidence-based information to optimize long-term outcomes in early bonding, breastfeeding and overall enjoyment of pregnancy, labor and motherhood.Learn more about Morgan Lynn https://www.cottageinside.comMy next 12-week course starts May 3rd. Sign up for my newsletter and or the waitlist to be some of the first to get first dibs on the spot in my intimate live bean protocol!https://www.youregreat.com/oneonone-consultsIn Episode 46, I am joined by Morgan Lynn, a wonderful doula, chef, and Gardener, to chat about the importance of prepping our bodies for a healthy pregnancy and postpartum. I really could not have loved this chat more. Morgan has such a lovely, caring energy—just the vibe for a beautiful transition into motherhood.Morgan Lynn is a birth and postpartum doula, cook and gardener in Los Angeles. She specializes in seasonal Ayurvedic cooking and self care for pre-conception, pregnancy and postpartum. Her doula practice, Cottage Inside, offers complete programs to support families in physiologic birth and postpartum. Geared toward supporting parents to be together with their newborns, these programs draw from functional nutrition, medical anthropology, traditional practices, and evidence-based information to optimize long-term outcomes in early bonding, breastfeeding and overall enjoyment of pregnancy, labor and motherhood.Learn more about Morgan Lynn https://www.cottageinside.comMy next 12-week course starts May 3rd. Sign up for my newsletter and or the waitlist to be some of the first to get first dibs on the spot in my intimate live bean protocol!https://www.youregreat.com/oneonone-consults

Podcast 45- Solo Podcast.Stream of consciousness, I share my journey from self-loathing to self-love and how uncoiling emotions from my food choices helped not only heal my condition but maintain my health. My emotional relationship with food was fueled by my disconnection from my body. Tending to my body through illness taught me how to love myself and stop comparing and judging my only amazing body. I hope you enjoy this quick podcast. It is hard to put out this information as it feels intensely vulnerable. But it is worth it if this can help you or someone you love. My highest calling isn't my comfort zone but to help my community. Enjoy.My next 12 week group begins May 3rd. You can learn more here.https://www.youregreat.com/join-the-bean-protocolI am now also offering Monthly Group Coaching for those with a protocol. Find out more here.Monthly Group Coachinghttps://www.youregreat.com/ongoing-group-coaching

In Episode 43, I had the pleasure of sitting with Shayla Gifford and chatting about how she found me, the protocol, and how she has used it to reclaim her health. Shayla found her way to the Bean Protocol and eventually working with me when she found herself in a state of burn out and adrenal fatigue. She experienced a lack of energy, physical pain in her body, frequent illness and overall run down. She shares her journey of living on constant cortisol and adrenaline with minimal attention to her body to shifting her focus to nourishment, self care, and ultimately balance.Shayla is 43 years old and lives in Reno, NV with her husband, Galen, and 2 daughters. Meet Shayla Gifford, a dedicated leader, loving mother of two girls, and a health and wellness enthusiast. With over 20 years in the mortgage industry, she's originated $1.5 billion in sales, helping 6,000+ families become homeowners. As a VP of Sales and District Manager at Guild Mortgage, she leads a district of 100+ professionals and she's leads coaching programs that guide loan officers to $50+ million in annual volume.Shayla's website: Shaylagifford.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@shaylastitser?si=jyFA0xuRsQxMyTNb instagram: @shaygiff    My next 12 week group will happen in May! You can learn more and sign up for the waitlist here.https://www.youregreat.com/join-the-bean-protocol

In episode 42, Karen Hurd and I chat about all things peri-menopause. I have been educating myself rabidly for the past 5 years in anticipation of this transition. I wanted to plan, prepare, and mentally grow into this space that I would soon inhabit and live in for the rest of my days. I also wanted to take responsibility for this transition and make changes to maintain health and wellness through a ( potentially) turbulent time. I loved every minute of this chat with my mentor of 11+ years. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.Karen Has been practicing for 30 years. In addition to her nutritional training, Karen holds her Master of Science in Biochemistry and is currently enrolled at The George Washington University in the Master of Public Health program. Her philosophy in approaching health is that "Food has the power to kill; Food has the power to heal. It's your choice." Karen applies her knowledge at the biomolecular level to understand the cause of the health problems we face and what dietary and lifestyle changes are needed to correct that cause and unlock our best health.To find out more about working with me and my 12-week LIVE course starting Jan 12, visit this link. https://www.youregreat.com/about-uniqueTo find out more about Karen Hurd and her work, visit https://www.karenhurd.com.Thank you for listening.

Episode 41, I sit with my client and akashic records reader, Hether Gage. I was exciting to do this podcast because well, I love me some wuwu and I also love growing and I'll take the nudge from anywhere. I hope you enjoy our chat!Hether Gage is a compassionate energy practitioner who helps people to connect with their intuition and step into a life of purpose and authenticity. Her combination of Akashic Record Readings with Color Therapy and trauma-informed Clarity Coaching can provide a powerful approach to personal growth and healing. Hether started her journey of self-discovery and healing in 2014, which led her to create her energy work platform and podcast, The Inward Guide. Hether's experience in working with the Akashic Records and Color Therapy can offer valuable insights and guidance which can help you to understand and identify areas where you may need to heal or make changes so you can start living a life that feels aligned, vibrant, and filled with opportunity.www.theinwardguide.comLive Bean Protocol info here- Starts Jan 12th. Space is limited to maintain quality for those in the course. https://www.youregreat.com/join-the-bean-protocol

Episode 40, I sit with Dr Maike Neuhaus to discuss the art of flourishing. We also discussed the fine line between toxic positivity and being a positive human. I share my journey from negative nelly to positive human, living in the flow of life.Maike Neuhaus is the founder of The Flourishing Doc - a platform through which she supports individuals and organizations to understand what humans need to flourish, so they can realize their potential and create impacts that excite them. She does so through public speaking, coaching and educating. Maike is a psychologist specializing in self-leadership as well as positive and coaching psychology; and, a highly-cited researcher and lecturer at a top 50 university. Find out more here:The Flourishing Doc: theflourishingdoc.comEmail: hello@theflourishingdoc.comInstagram: @theflourishingdoc https://www.instagram.com/theflourishingdoc/Bean curious?You can find out more about my LIVE 12 week course here.https://www.youregreat.com/join-the-bean-protocol