In this episode of the Balance Period Podcast, we continue our four-part series, sponsored by First Merchants Bank, where we dive into the importance of measuring the quality of what we consume. As entrepreneurs, especially entrepreneurs of color, being mindful of the food, drinks, and mental content we take in can significantly impact our mental and physical health, as well as our overall performance. In this episode, we explore strategies for expanding awareness of what we consume, from food and drink to media, and how to measure the quality of these inputs to optimize your well-being.

Key Highlights:

1. Mindful Consumption of Food & Drink: Learn how food and drink impact both your mental and physical health, and discover tools to track and improve your consumption habits.


2. Quality of Mental Diet: Understand the significance of what you watch, read, and listen to, and how it shapes your mental state and outcomes.


3. Tools for Tracking: Get introduced to several apps and methods, like MyFitnessPal, Yuka, and continuous glucose monitors, to track and improve your food intake and its effects on your health.


4. The Power of Awareness: Discover how meal tracking and evaluating your mental diet can lead to more intentional, health-positive decisions for long-term wellness and business success.

Resources Mentioned:

• MyFitnessPal App


• Yuka App


• Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)


• Better YOU B.A.L.A.N.C.E. Challenge

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Introduction to the Episode & Series Overview


• 01:40 – Importance of Measuring Quality Consumption


• 05:10 – Tools for Tracking: MyFitnessPal, Yuka, and CGM


• 10:45 – Understanding the Mental Diet: What We Watch, Read, and Listen To


• 14:20 – Practical Tips for Better Consumption


• 18:30 – Mindful Moment


• 20:30 – Conclusion & Next Episode Preview

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Balance Period Podcast. Remember to invest in your wellness because you are worth the investment. Continue to learn, grow, and develop your sustainable self-care system. You don’t have to be perfect to make progress—be patient and kind to yourself on this journey of creating generational wellness. Be well and make it a great week!

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