The Wellness Wake-Up

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 Marissa Meshulam || IG: @mpmnutrition || Website: MPMNutrition.com

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 Cook It. And make sure you cook with Samah on the Today Show’s #cooking. Today’s episode is sponsored by: way. way creates therapeutic audio tracks in your own voice, customized to your needs and goals. Use the discount code WELLNESSWAKEUP (all caps) for 10% off any track or pack at experienceway.com. Eaton Hemp. Our favorite brand of omega-3 rich hemp seeds, organic CBD, and our favorite superfood chocolate! Use the discount code wellnesswakeup for 25% off your purchase.

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 creates therapeutic audio tracks in your own voice, customized to your needs and goals. Use the discount code WELLNESSWAKEUP (all caps) for 10% off any track or pack at experienceway.com! Eaton Hemp. Our favorite brand of omega-3 rich hemp seeds, organic CBD, and our favorite superfood chocolate! Use the discount code wellnesswakeup for 25% off your purchase.

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 therapeutic audio tracks in your own voice, customized to your needs and goals. Use the discount code WELLNESSWAKEUP (all caps) for 10% off any track or pack at experienceway.com! Eaton Hemp. Our favorite brand of omega-3 rich hemp seeds, organic CBD, and our favorite superfood chocolate! Use the discount code wellnesswakeup for 25% off your purchase.

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.

We love talking nutrition and food, but it’s one piece of your wellness puzzle. Today we’re talking about all the other puzzle pieces, from stress and sleep to taking your nature pills and cleaning up household chemicals.

If you’re on the internet, you've likely been inundated with gut health trends (#guttok, anyone?), suggestions, and no no’s. This week we are answering all of your questions and breaking down the trends from bone broth to L-glutamine. We’re getting into what your gut & microbiome is, how it works and giving you some real-life tips to improve your overall gut health. Grab a pen & paper, this ep gets sciencey in the best way!

Today we have our brilliant friend Jane Jourdan-Hunter, Co-founder of way (experienceway.com), a therapeutic audio track experience, on with us to talk about new solutions for mental health & binge eating. We cover why Jane & her company are social media free, and learn about the use of psychedelics for anxiety & depression. Check out way and use the code WELLNESSWAKEUP (all caps) for 10% off your first track or pack!

Between wearing less clothing, putting on swimsuits, and the constant chatter about getting your “summer body”, we’re here to cover all things body image during the warmer months. We talk about boundary setting and tips to feel confident on the beach, and most importantly, we’re here to remind you that all bodies are summer bodies.

We invited our friend Lisa Hayim MS RD, mindfulness expert and truth-teller on to get real about the BTS of new motherhood, what the anti-diet movement misses, and the importance of taking social media breaks. Lisa offers us tons of tips & deep insights to “fork the noise”, both in our own heads and out in the world. Find Lisa at @lisahayim and her podcast The Truthiest Life on all podcast platforms! This episode is sponsored by way. way creates therapeutic audio tracks in your own voice, customized to your needs and goals. Use the discount code WELLNESSWAKEUP (all caps) for 10% off any track or pack at experienceway.com!