Inflamed in the Brain
Ever wish you could have a candid conversation with a dietitian who’s been there, done that, and clear all the confusion around anti-inflammatory nutrition? Well! That’s exactly what you’ll hear when you tune into the Inflamed in the Brain Podcast with your host and Anti-Inflammatory Dietitian, Krissy Carbo. After her MS diagnosis in 2015, Krissy became a Integrative and Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian who is ready to pull the curtain back and uncomplicate the seemingly complicated nutrition concepts so that busy people like yourself are equipped with the facts and step-by-step strategies you need to overcome the root cause of most modern health issues, inflammation. Tune in and get ready to hear honest answers around all things anti-inflammatory foods, gut health, immune health, stress, snacking, meal prep, body confidence struggles, and more. Whether you’re a fellow autoimmune warrior, dealing with an inflammatory disorder, or just trying to stress less about your health each episode is equipped with digestible nuggets that’ll leave you feeling more confident in your ability to self-care, be your own health advocate, and respect your body in a way that feels authentic to you for life-long success.
Inflamed in the Brain
The New Year Resolution Trap: Why Weight Loss Isn't the Answer
Links mentioned in episode
- www.betterwithcarbo.com/5 - The Stress-Inflammation Connection: What You Need to know
- www.betterwithcarbo.com/1 - Revamping Your Anti-Inflammatory Game Plan: A Mindset Shift for Maximum Success and Freedom
- www.betterwithcarbo.com/checklist - Free checklist for quick and easy dinners
Welcome to the Inflamed in the Brain Podcast! Krissy Carbo, your friendly neighborhood RD, explores a realistic approach to weight loss as we head into 2024.
Main Points:
1. Counting Calories:
- The Calorie Conundrum: Dispelling myths about calorie equality and emphasizing nutrient density.
- True Value of Food: Prioritizing nutrient-rich ingredients over calorie counting for optimal health.
- Ingredient Focus: Encouraging informed food choices by examining ingredient lists.
2. Overexercising:
- Exercise as Stress: Understanding the physiological impact of overexercising on the body.
- Cortisol's Role: Delving into the prolonged effects of cortisol elevation due to excessive workouts.
- Balanced Approach: Advocating for personalized exercise plans for sustainable health.
3. Blindly Following Diet Rules:
- Flawed Dieting Strategies: Discussing the limitations of generic diets and the need for individualized approaches.
- Consequences of Restriction: Unpacking the mental and physiological repercussions of restrictive eating.
- Metabolic Adaptations: Exploring how dieting can trigger metabolic changes hindering weight management.
4. Losing Sight of Non-Scale Victories:
- Authentic Health Indicators: Highlighting non-scale victories as genuine markers of overall health improvement.
- Multifaceted Well-being: Emphasizing that health encompasses various aspects beyond just weight.
- Celebrate Wins: Encouraging listeners to recognize and celebrate improvements beyond the scale.
Conclusion:
- Sustainable Habits Over Quick Fixes: Advocating for long-term well-being based on professional experience.
- Weight Loss Perspective: Encouraging listeners to view weight loss as a byproduct, not the primary goal.
- Non-Scale Victories: Reinforcing the significance of celebrating authentic markers of health success.
Follow along:
- https://betterwithcarbo.com/