The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast: Season 2 Episode 14

Cardiac Surgeon and founder of Ovadia Heart Health, Dr. Phillip Ovadia’s true passion is helping the public to stay off his operating table.  Our discussion ranged from optimizing your metabolic health to avoid heart issues to the misinformation from the food and medical industry.

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Also, gain knowledge and learn about his new book Stay off My Operating Table: A Heart Surgeon’s Metabolic Health Guide to Lose Weight, Prevent Disease, and Feel Your Best Every Day. ⁠

Dr. Sha-Lai Williams is an inspirational speaker, published author, entrepreneur, a licensed therapist with nearly 25 years of clinical experience. Today we took a turn and discussed the expectations that have been placed on women, how we are to establish healthy boundaries, and how the process of healing can bring peace and continued strength. Keep a lookout for her Women's conference. Roar like a Lioness Women's Conference (Saturday, Oct. 16). Visit linktr.ee/drshalai to find out more about her exciting projects.

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Season 2: Episode 9 w/ Karen Washington

As a farmer, she has used her skill and passion to bridge the gap of community needs.  Also as a community activist, she  is also the co-founder of Black Urban Growers which is an organization committed to building networks and community support for growers.  A TEDX speaker and voted one of Ebony Magazine’s 100 most influential African Americans she continues to move her mission to undoing racism and injustice in the food system

Learn more: https://www.karenthefarmer.com/

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Season 2: Episode 8 w/ Molly Gailbrath

Co-founder of Girls Gone Strong, which is a health and wellness academy dedicated to improving coaching practices for women and author of her much anticipated book called Strong Women Lift Each Other Up which is a bi-product of her work in the Girls Gone Strong.

Learn more and purchase her book at:

https://www.mollygalbraith.com/

Monthly Panel Series: Pro Athlete to Pure Leadership

In March, I have a panel of well known, and well-respected professional athletes who have continued their leadership after their careers. Be apart of the conversation as Larry Hughes talks about what his academy means and how it has changed the lives of the youth in St. Louis. And Darren Carrington has transitioned his career are the NFL, to the ministry of pastoring in California. These guests have proven that leadership can be applied after sports.

A mindful centered dietitian, who focuses on living a life without “diet rules and restrictions”.  Her own experiences of overcoming her personal menta land physical health has allowed her to help other’s through their own struggles with food.

Learn more about her services: https://www.ashleyhollynutrition.com/

In her 3rd season as Pro Basketball player with the STL Surge and experiencing the pandemic oversees in France, Kelsey has used her platform for more.  She discusses how her passion to uplift others and be a light has given her more dimensions.

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Season 2: Episode 5 w/ Leila Hughes-Deeds

Dietitian for the Toronto Blue Jays and Women’s Fat loss Coach at Tandem Nutrition, Leila specializes in helping hormonal health for women in addition to coaching them to want more than just “the look” but sustainable changes.

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Season 2: Episode 4 w/ Dr. Mark Manary

Dr. Mark Manary is a pediatric physician and one of the world’s foremost experts in children malnutrition where most of his work has been throughout sub-Saharan Africa.  As the CEO and Founder of Project Peanutbutter, he has developed novels foods for infants, children, and recently pregnant women.

Learn more:

https://www.projectpeanutbutter.org/

Monthly Panel Series: Brand Builders - Personal, Products, and Services

I am no expert but my next panel of leaders have it all and ready to share their stories, how they have positioned themselves, and the struggle it took to get there!

discuss how she uses her unique skills to amplify platforms.Hear how Mary Clarke, co-owner of
MOTHER MODEL MANAGEMENT
has built an international empire. How Julie Mossler, chief marketer, is now one of Business Insider’s top tech 50. And Mich Hancock, the co-founder of
TEDxStLouis
and owner of
100th Monkey

The Dietitian AgainstDiets Podcast Season 2: Episode 3 w/ Dana Lynn Kay of Devotion Nutrition

Dana Lynn Kaye, Owner of Devotion Nutrition, who’s products represents balance in a healthy lifestyle while enjoying flavors that is viewed as “off limits”.  She’s more than just an owner, she is a mother of three, a past body builder, and entrepreneur working to revolutionize the health and fitness industry.

Purchase her products at: https://devotionnutrition.com/

The Dietitian AgainstDiets Podcast Season 2: Episode 2 w/ Will McNeely

Mastery Level Resistance training specialist who combines his faith to his passion of physical fitness.  By doing so, he is also an author of Strong-willed: Designed for a physical purpose (2014) and Standing ourselves: Understanding strength Vol 1 (2020). Hear how he finds balance with self, family, and faith.

Book purchase: https://www.strengthandjoy.co/

August’s panel is highlighting couples who have linked arms in their marriage and passion. We will learn from people who know what true teamwork means in their mission to better their community. Let’s see what great work can be done when two become one in their ambitions!

Featuring: Nicole & Abe Adewale / Chris & Deanna Ley 

Thank you to Midwest Dairy for making this possible! 

The Dietitian AgainstDiets Podcast Season 2: Episode 1 w/ Ricky Van Pay of Fit Pastors Academy

Owner of Fitpastors Academy – who has a powerful story of changing his health from growing up husky to being an unfit pastor to becoming a tri-athlete/ironman and have taken his ministry to help other pastors that struggle; offering the transformation through coaching.

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/fitpastors

January’s Panel guests come in perfect timing! 2021 is the year to focus on our wellness. These leaders all come from the wellness centered around mental health, nutritional health, and physical health. They have steam-rolled change with unique concepts within their respected companies.

Come join the conversation, January 7th on my Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/reshaundabettervessel

There will be thought-provoking discussions with respected leaders who have done the work and have put 100% of themselves into their passion. From this panel series, you will relate to their stories, learn their struggles, and celebrate their success.

The panel will feature Wellness-Centered Leaders who share their views and thoughts regarding

- The groundwork of education and professional development that led their paths.

- Their relentlessness to refuse to let go of their passion/dream.

- And how they have found a way to extend the mission and expand this unique service to higher tiers.

Join our conversation and learn what others have done to be a trailblazer within the Wellness industry.

Thanks to a great partnership Midwest Dairy!

I am excited to present these giants within their industries! Maxine Clark of Build-A-Bear Workshop has taken her business empire to a platform that enriches her community to grow stronger. Kristy Jackson, known as, the network connector, keeps making spaces to gather entrepreneurs and empower business growth. And Marc Bowers of St. Louis Makes , keeps the innovation and business scaling wheel turning within the manufacturing industry.

With this combination, there is a promise of knowledge, insights, and direction that you will be able to take away.

Thanks again to Midwest Dairy for making this panel event possible!

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 39

w/Kate Lyman

With a team of nutrition coaches, Kate Lyman owner of Kate Lyman Nutrition has helped 100s of people change their bodies & eating habits and breaking myths of dieting. This conversation is centered around self-care & self love.  We ALL need this!

Learn more about her services: www.katelymannutrition.com

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 38

Nick Speed

Ujima stands for collective work and responsibility.  Nick Speed, owner of Ujima STL, talks about his unique service of pay-what-you-can meals where taking away obstacles to access healthy foods is possible.  Hear about his SALSA project centered around youth empowerment and building young entrepreneurs.  And learn of his personal story and passion to help create wealth and health in the St. Louis Community.

Learn more about Ujima: www.ujimastl.com

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 37

w/Garrett Serd

Women’s weight loss expert, Garrett Serd is the founder of Tandem Nutrition.  His philosophy stands behind building confidence not only “just to lose weight”.  Hear his strategies on how to increase your metabolism using the Reset Metabolic Phase.  Learn more about him and his awesome team

www.tandemnutrition.com

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 36

w/Taylor Kiser

Taylor Kiser builds the foundation of her and life company around faith, fitness, and food.  Hear our conversation on why connecting to our faith is the underlying component to finding balance and connecting with your health.

Learn more about her book, blogs, and mission: www.foodfaithfitness.com

Yoni Medhin, co-founder of Grain4Grain discusses how he discovered a way to provide healthy flour sourced from the barley of local breweries.  His low carb, high protein & fiber barley and pancake mix is an answering way to utilize leftover grains that is healthy for everyone.  Eating pancakes with all nutrients and no guilt.

Learn more about Grain4Grain products go to: www.grain4grain.com

Known for his genuine energy and ability to help people focus on what is most important in their lives, Jeff Sanders, podcast host of the 5am Miracle, author of The 5am Miracle & The Free-Time Formula there is a lot that came from this conversation.  Jeff digs into how to be most productive and why personal development is the crucial piece to achieving your goals.

Learn more about him: https://www.jeffsanders.com/

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 32 w/Georgie Fear

There is a lot of psychology behind nutrition and why we feel food is the ONLY answer. This mindset will always keep us feeling trapped and limited.  We chat about Goergie’s book Give Yourself MORE shines light to our thinking of less is the answer. Instead, giving and knowing you deserve more is the the new pathway to living in abundance.

July’s Panel is highlighting leaders who specialize in areas of relationship building whether it’s personal, business, or family-related. It’s critical in any dynamic and there are blindsides we may miss as well as opportunities that may be awaiting. Let’s go beyond the surface and recognize that every kind of relationships matters.

Thanks to Midwest Dairy for making this possible. 

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 31 w/Ryan Andrews

Ryan has taken the appreciation of food to a larger spectrum.  Planetary health is how he wants to bring change to the world while encompassing food sustainability practices.  Hear why it’s so important to branch our health with our planet’s.

Also grab his free book: A guide to plant-based eating at www.ryandandrews.com

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 30

w/Maria Ellis

“Music is the power tool that unites us all”.  Maria Ellis is full of passion and love for music.  The Girl Conductor has been her platform to empower young girls as they find their voice and to remind all ages and cultures that music is a thread we all share and can use as a gateway to loving others.

Learn more about her virtual programs and events. Go to: https://girlconductor.com/

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 29 w/ Renah Jones

Owner of @Dragonfly Fitness & Training and Black Dog Fitness, this ordinary lady has created fertile ground for women to build strength, confidence, and the realization they can take charge of their health and life. She goes deeper and talks about her service to the community, her love for rescue animals, and her commitment to pouring into others.

Learn about Dragonfly Fitness & training
www.https://dft-stl.com/ and Blackdog Fitness http://www.blackdogfitness.com

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 28 w/Misti Potter

CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin area, Mist Potter, has worked year in and around the organization.  She goes into detail of how the organization has impacted so many youth around  the country and why it’s so important to invest in our youth’s health, character development, and education.

Learn more: www.bgcaustin.org

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 27 w/Lindsey Elizabeth

As a sports dietitian and owner of Rise Up Nutrition, Lindsey Elizabeth discusses how our eating habits have unknowingly become disordered patterns.  Until we recognize it, we will never know how eating a healthy life actually looks like.  She speaks loud and clear as she has come from similar struggles in her past.

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 26 w/Claire Chewning

Energetic and creative dietitian and owner of Your Chewly Nutrition digs in deep about what Intuitive eating is and how to start living a life where you are in tune with your body.  Hear us both explain our pillars to success and know what love fiercely means!

The WHY behind The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast

Why did I decide to start a podcast show?  WHy did I decide to write an entire book about it?!  Why do I stand against diets? Hear my quick chat on what we need to do to make real, loving change in our lives.

Learn more about other podcast shows and learn about my book “Play to Win the Food Fight” go to: www.reshaudathornton.com

Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 25 w/Jake Sorosiak

Charismatic & well-respected online fitness and nutrition coach, Jake Sorosiak takes note to why living a life of service is his ultimate mission.  From instilling confidence to giving tough love on taking the reins of discipline to reach your goals.  Jake also has been creative with entertaining & educating as Muscle Mullet Mike and Granny Jay that will make you laugh but leaves you with things to think about!

Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 24 w/Dr. Susan Heitler

Upon the release of her book Prescriptions Without Pills, she digs into relieving anger, depression, and anxiety by using psychotherapy techniques rather than relying on medication only.  Hear her 3 prescriptions that were the highlight of her TEDx talk!

Play to Win Series 21 - It’s OK to be selfish

Being selfish makes us feel bad about doing for ourselves.  As a result, we become the backseat driver our our lives and our health. Self-preservation can be simple and needed to show value to self.  Listen to define self-care and become the frontseat driver of your life

June’s Panel will highlight leaders who specialize in creating content and influence. When we think of how we get information and how we make decisions, we may not realize that the art of communication is how all of this happens. Get ready to take notes on tips, strategies, and creative ways to influence! Thank you to Midwest Dairy! Panelists this month include Liz Wolfson of Sauce Magazine, Cara Harbstreet of Street Smart Nutrition, and Fred E. Miller of 'No Sweat' Public Speaking! - Speaker, Author, and Speech Coach.

Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Episode 23 w/Dr. Kori Propst

Health psychologist and performance coach, Dr. Kori Propst discusses how her self-discovery with body acceptance impacts her career and approach to igniting clients to peel back layers to understand motives guiding our relationship with food. Also, hear about her new program 10-day challenge: Rock your body revolution starting July 1st! 

https://thedietdoc.com/rock-your-body

The Playbook Series 20 - Why are you distracting yourself from yourself?

There are many ways we create a distraction to not address how we can really make change in our body and health.  Learning practical ways to take time, eliminate distractions, and refocus on self.

Weekly Wellness Coalition Panel 9: Getting comfortable with vIrtual platforms during COVID19

The virtual platform is expanding and can seem overwhelming.  Dr. Darian Parker, virtual expert in exercise leadership, Heather Fries, owner of Fries Virtual Training, and Sherita Love, Director of EdHub of Venture Cafe STL provides steps on how to pick the best virtual service that fits your needs and tips to create a successful service online to better serve your users.

Roller Derby athlete and coach, children's nurse, and mom all wrapped in one Dallis Meyer let’s us in on her struggle with rheumatoid arthritis.  Her pathway to identifying the importance of recognizing her body’s

needs and learning to change the relationship with herself shows how we as humans are resilient  and forever evolving.

Play to Win Series 19 - How to stop comparing yourself to others

Every social feed, every commercial, every time we see others subconsciously compare ourselves to them.  Take tips from this series to learn how to wrap your body goals around yourself and began understand what it takes to change at your own pace.

The DXD podcast episode 21 w/ Mark Hinkle of Olive and Oak & The Clover and The Bee restaurant

Right behind good food, hospitality comes as a close 2nd!  Mark Hinkle, restaurant owner, let’s us in on how his exploration within the restaurant industry have lead to the creation of his flagship Olive & Oak, the birth of The Clover and the Bee, and a slew of unique restaurants set to flood the streets of his community in Webster Groves, Missouri.

WWCP6 - Catalyzing nutrition during COVID19

Nutrition is life especially in these challenging times.  Every sector from vulnerable populations of low income and elderly to personal struggles of balancing uncertainty and maintaining a healthy life.  A panel of dietitians Tambra Stevenson CEO & Founder of WANDA, Jennifer Broxterman, Owner & CEO of NutritionRX, and Michelle Rauch, RD at The Actor Fund Home provides facts and strategies we all can learn from.

Nutrition is life especially in these challenging times.  Every sector from vulnerable populations of low income and elderly to personal struggles of balancing uncertainty and maintaining a healthy life.  A panel of dietitians Tambra Stevenson CEO & Founder of WANDA, Jennifer Broxterman, Owner & CEO of NutritionRX, and Michelle Rauch, RD at The Actor Fund Home provides facts and strategies we all can learn from.

DXD Podcast episode 20 w/ Dr. Leilani Carver-Madalon

Women leadership and empowerment is what Dr. Leilani has been set as her mission.  Her experience living abroad, being a professor, speaking at TEDx, and loving her family has equipped her path to igniting women to lead confidently.

Learn more about her: www.leilaniecarver.com

PTW - 18: Our “new” nutrition normal post COVDI19

COVID19 has taken a toll on our lives and going in stages of scrambling, frustration to acceptance has put a damper on our health goals. Listen to what NOT to do when setting a new normal

WWCP5 - Effects to essential workers during the COVID19 crisis

Our frontline is at most vulnerable during these times.  Srgt. Christy Allen of St. Louis Metro Police Department, Erica Saguto, EMS professional, and Maddie Earnest, owner of Local Harvest Grocery store discuss how they juggle professional and personal life and the amount of gratitude they have witnessed from the community.

The Dietitian Against Diets Podcast Season 2: Episode 12 w/Sean Folkson

The founder & CEO of Nightfood, a line of sleep-friendly ice cream formulated to satisfy nighttime cravings in a better, healthier, more sleep-friendly way.   As the founder of this unique product, Sean Folkson recognizes that people are going to snack, so they might as well snack on a product that satisfies those cravings but benefits the person’s ability to sleep better.  Sean Folkson, essentially is set out to solve America's nighttime snacking problem.

Purchase your FREE pint!

www.nightfood.com

Dietitian Against Diets podcast episode 19 w/ Leslie Gill of RUNG for women

Leslie, as president,  has expanded the mission of RUNG. with her combination of professional and life experiences.  As the leader, she has steered the organization’s focus towards empowering and transforming womens’ lives. From increasing economic opportunity to addressing well-being, RUNG is set on a pace to impact St. Louis and generations to come.

Play To Win Series 17 - Excuses get us nowhere

You may have replayed every excuse to why you are not changing your eating habits, why weightloss seems impossible, and why every step seems to present obstacles.  Change excuse to reason and live in the life (and body) you deserve.

Play To Win Series 16 - Confidence makes change happen

Depending on a diet program or system will not equip us with the knowledge we need to make real-lasting changes. Hear why your success is dependent upon how much you learn, not just blindly following directions.

Weekly Wellness Coalition Panel Series 3 "Importance of physical health during COVID19"

The last compromise is our physical health.  How can we maintain movement despite limitations to access to facilities and equipment.  And mostly why we need to.  Hear it from my guest Dr. Matt Pennell, wellness chiropractor of Element Health & Wellness and host of The Entrepreneur's Edge Podcast show, Percy Bass, dietitian and owner of Head to Toe Fitness Studio, and Ingrid Marcum expert trainer, speaker, and former US Olympic athlete discuss how it can be done.