7 Ways to Lower Cortisol (Almost) Instantly
You may know cortisol as the stress hormone that increases belly fat. Well, it is that. But cortisol plays a role in a lot of other systems in your body—so when this stress hormone is chronically elevated it can do some serious damage. And interestingly, elevated cortisol is a marker for depression and other mental health conditions. In today’s episode, we explain how cortisol impacts your mental health, and then share 7 easy, yet science-backed ways to lower cortisol almost instantly.
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Why Spring Cleaning Is Important For Your Mental Health
If you’re anything like us, you love how a good spring cleaning feels after you’re done, but the process of doing it (and the anticipation of needing to do it) is overwhelming. As it turns out, Spring cleaning isn’t just good for your house’s aesthetic, it’s also good for your mental wellness. In today’s episode, Leslie Lehr, the fairy godmother for the modern-day superwoman, gives us simple 15-minute solutions for spring cleaning and organizing that will leave you feeling calm, de-stressed, and more productive.
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Mercury Retrograde’s Back! What You Need to Know To Survive and Thrive
It’s that time of year again. Mercury retrogrades starting May 10th through June 2nd. So we turned to our favorite media maven and astrologer, Valerie Mesa, to tell us what’s different about this Mercury Retrograde and what to expect.
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The Connection Between Seasonal Allergies and Mental Health
Seasonal allergies are about to hit their peak, if they haven’t already. Where we are in the Southeast, everything is coated with a thin layer of yellow pollen right now. Stuffy noses, sore throats, irritated eyes, and fatigue are all common for seasonal allergy sufferers. But could those seasonal allergies also be aggravating your mood? In this episode, we’re explaining the very real connection between seasonal allergies and mental health.
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7 Reasons To Take a (Guilt-Free) Mental Health Day
If it feels hard, even stressful, to take a mental health day, we see you. Turns out, according to a recent survey, 66% of respondents felt guilty taking one. Which brings us to—when do you really need a mental health day and when is it not worthwhile, or helpful? And how do you feel less guilty when you do take one? In today’s episode, we’re answering those very questions.
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Can Our Favorite TikTok Star Smell or Taste Yet? Her 1-Year Update
Losing taste and smell seems like a temporary inconvenience and side effect of COVID compared to the other potentially very serious health consequences. But for some, when taste and smell finally returns, it’s distorted. Last year we sat down with Nicole McLaughlin, chef and culinary Tik Tok star, and she talked candidly about how COVID changed her taste and smell. In today’s episode, she’s sharing her 1-year update. Has her taste and smell improved?
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7 Foods to Eat (or Drink) to Boost Your Focus
Our mind wanders nearly half of the time we’re awake—even when we’re focused on a task. And, I don’t know about you, but for us, it feels like it’s getting worse. Maybe it’s COVID, perimenopause, or aging. Whatever it is, it inspired us to explore how we might channel this brain fog and be productive. So, in today’s episode, we’re talking about focus and what to add to your diet for better attention and memory.
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The Big Life Change No One Talks About: Perimenopause - PART 2
You’ve surely heard of hot flashes—maybe even witnessed hot flashes or experienced them. But when it comes to menopause that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Turns out, what most of us think is menopause is actually perimenopause—the rollercoaster ride that leads up to the end of your reproductive years. In this episode, we talk with registered dietitian and menopause expert, Suzanne Henson, about the big life change that no one talks about. Suzanne also shares her own perimenopause story and how she’s using it to help others.
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The Big Life Change No One Talks About: Perimenopause - PART 1
You’ve surely heard of hot flashes—maybe even witnessed hot flashes or experienced them. But when it comes to menopause that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Turns out, what most of us think is menopause is actually perimenopause—the rollercoaster ride that leads up to the end of your reproductive years. In this episode, we talk with registered dietitian and menopause expert, Suzanne Henson, about the big life change that no one talks about. Suzanne also shares her own perimenopause story and how she’s using it to help others.
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The Post-Illness Depression Episode
Have you ever felt like you fell into a funk while you were sick? Then even after you physically recovered, you still feel a little blue, and are struggling to get back to your typical self? If so, you’re not alone. Not only is there an actual term for this, but Carolyn is in the thick of it right now and in true Carolyn fashion, she dug into the science behind the post-illness blues. In today’s episode, we talk about how those blahs after being sick are a real thing.
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Signs You Might Have a Thyroid Issue & What To Do About It
You asked, we’re delivering. This episode was requested by you—our podcast listeners. Whether you already knew that there’s a close connection between your thyroid function and mental wellness, or that’s news to you, that’s the topic of today’s episode. We explain how the two are connected, and explore different signs and symptoms of a thyroid imbalance. Plus, hear a few personal stories.
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Why Going Outside Is An Instant Mood Booster
We spend a lot of time indoors. In fact, statistics say we’re inside 87 percent of the day. But getting outside—even just for 5 to 10 minutes—has the power to be an almost instant mood booster and offers a whole host of other mental and physical perks. In today’s episode, we cover the mental health benefits of the great outdoors, as well as exactly how much time you need to spend outdoors, if one environment is better than another, and also how to bring the outdoors inside so you can reap some of the health perks when you’re stuck indoors - or if your not much of a nature person.
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New Year's Resolution a Bust? Your Enneagram Number May Explain Why
Can your Enneagram number predict how successful you might be—or not be—when you’re making big health changes like New Year’s Resolutions? The Enneagram is a popular way to examine your personality type and grow self-awareness about everything from relationships to self-care, and even the dialogue you have with yourself each day. In today’s episode, we brought Enneagram guru (and registered dietitian) Jenna Braddock back to talk about approaching your New Year’s Resolutions based on your Enneagram number so that you can be more successful in meeting your health goals.
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Magnesium: The Original Chill Pill
Dubbed “the original chill pill” by Psychology Today, magnesium is a mineral you need to know more about — especially considering that the majority of us are probably getting insufficient amounts or taking other supplements that might be competing with magnesium. In this episode, we’re zero-ing in on just this one mineral: why you need it, subtle signs that suggest you may need more, and how you can up your intake. You’ll get advice on how to pick a magnesium supplement and also learn about a very unexpected way to get more magnesium.
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Why Do You Crave Carbs More in the Winter?
Days are noticeably shorter, temperatures are colder, and if you’re struggling to stick with that salad for lunch because mac-and-cheese or chocolate chip cookies sound a whole lot better, this episode is for you. In this episode, we’re talking about why we’re craving carb-rich foods so much more this time of year and tricks for managing those cravings.
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Worst Foods at the Grocery for Your Mental Health
It’s that time of year when we’re hyper-focused on what we’re eating or not eating—what diet to follow, what foods to add to your shopping cart, what drinks to avoid. The lists you’ll find, though–and there’s a ton of them right now–are all focused on topics related to your physical health like weight loss. But no one is talking about what you should and shouldn’t be eating for your mental wellness. So in this episode, we’re sharing 5 of the worst grocery items for your mental health. And they’re not necessarily what you’d expect—like chips or frozen pizza.
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Why 2021 Was a Dumpster Fire & 5 Ways to Prevent 2022 From Being One
Did 2021 leave you feeling exhausted, or on edge? Or maybe you’d even go so far as to say 2021 was your worst year ever. You’re not alone. Stress, anxiety, and depression are all on the rise—and some of us may even be experiencing symptoms of a form of post-traumatic stress, that’s being called post-COVID stress disorder. In today’s episode, we say goodbye to 2021, share a little bit about why it wasn’t the year we thought it’d be, explain what post-COVID stress disorder is, and—most importantly—give you 5 tips to prevent 2022 from becoming yet another dumpster fire.
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Ashwagandha: The Supplement You Need in 2022
I need to take ashwa-whaaatttt? It’s rare that we push taking dietary supplements as a primary way to boost mental wellness, so the fact that we’re doing a whole episode on this naturopathic supplement should tell you a lot. In today’s episode we’re talking about Ashwagandha—the adaptogen that’s skyrocketed in popularity in 2020 and 2021 and it’s powerful potential to help you manage stress and anxiety.
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