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In this episode of The Art of Living Well Podcast®, hosts Marnie Dachis Marmet and Stephanie May Potter chat with Emily Maxson, creator of Emily's Fresh Kitchen and author of two cookbooks, including her newest release, “Emily’s Fresh Kitchen: Real Food. Every day.” Emily shares her health journey, including her experience managing Crohn’s disease and creating cookbooks focused on fiber-filled, nourishing recipes. She discusses her latest book, which highlights the importance of fiber, label reading, and easy kitchen tips for busy lives.

The conversation explores how to maintain a healthy gut while still enjoying food freedom, the power of cooking at home, and simple ways to incorporate fiber into your diet without sacrificing flavor. Whether you’re new to cooking or looking for ways to streamline your meals, Emily's tips and recipes are practical and inspiring.

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Stick around until the end of the episode to hear more from Emily! We’ve included bonus cooking clips featuring her delicious Chia Pudding recipe and more.

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Emily’s health journey influenced her approach to food and cooking

• The importance of fiber in the diet and how to easily add it into your meals

• The benefits of cooking at home for a healthy gut and overall wellness

• Tips for reading food labels and avoiding hidden additives in store-bought foods

• How to simplify cooking for a busy lifestyle without compromising on nutrition

• The significance of practicing gratitude in daily life for overall wellness
  
  

Noteworthy Quotes from the Episode:

• “Once my gut was healed, I wanted to share how you can keep a healthy gut while still enjoying a little food freedom.” – Emily Maxson

• “Fiber only comes from plants, so we need to be eating more plants, not just for fiber, but for the micronutrients that can’t be found in animal products.” – Emily Maxson

• “Cooking at home gives you control over the ingredients and is one of the best things you can do for your health.” – Emily Maxson

• “When you cook at home, you’re nourishing your body, and it’s so much easier than we think.” – Emily Maxson

• “Gratitude is one of the most impactful practices for overall wellness.” – Emily Maxson
  
  

Episode Breakdown with Timestamps:

[00:00 ] Emily’s journey to creating her second cookbook and what inspired her focus on fiber
[05:20 ] The importance of fiber in a healthy diet and tips for incorporating more fiber-rich foods
[12:10 ] Simple ways to read food labels and avoid hidden additives
[18:30 ] Benefits of cooking at home for gut health and wellness
[23:45 ] Time-saving kitchen tips for busy families and tips for cooking with simplicity
[30:10 ] Healthy swaps for desserts and snacks in your diet, including fiber-rich options
[36:20 ] The power of gratitude for living well and staying grounded

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