#18: PCOS Anyone? Weight Loss, Diet, Cravings and Lifestyle
March 6, 2021
In today’s episode, I will continue to discuss Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. I will focus on weight loss, diet, and cravings. Let's talk about why is so much harder for women with PCOS to lose weight, Why diets don't work. Why cravings can be insanely high.
#17: PCOS Advocacy Day and Why You Want To Know How Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Impacts Lives
March 4, 2021
It's 3/4/21 and is PCOS Advocacy Day!!! As a holistic health editor and personal trainer, I recognize this important day by helping to raise awareness and educate about this highly undiagnosed syndrome. Tune in and learn about PCOS, symptoms, causes, and complications.
#16: What’s Best? Aerobic, Resistance, HIIT, HIFT?
March 2, 2021
In today's episode, Maria continues the conversation about exercise. In addition to discussing the other exercise modalities of Strength Training, HIIT, and HIFT, she also touches upon their benefits, why building muscle is important to insulin resistance, and shares what's the 'best' and most effective exercise modality to lose weight and burn fat.
#15: Why You Want To Give Your Heart A Lift
February 27, 2021
Today's podcast is about why you want to give your heart a lift (versus taking it for a ride). It's also about the best and most effective FREE pill available in the market that will help you strengthen your heart and body. It amazes me how many people choose NOT to take this pill. I wonder if that's because is FREE? It doesn't have to be free, anyways. Tune in to learn what this pill is, how your heart benefits from it, and how important this lift is to your overall health.
#14: Do You Protect Your Heart As Much As You Love It?
February 25, 2021
In today’s episode, Maria discusses five types of foods that harm the heart. This vital organ takes lots of beating. We ought to love it. Demonstrate self-compassion and self-love towards it by protecting it. You'd do the same for your loved ones. It's time to do it for yourself. One way you can protect and show you love your own heart is by reducing the consumption of foods and beverages that harm the heart and ultimately, yourself.
#13: Are You Eating These Heart Healthy Foods?
February 23, 2021
Today’s episode is about five amazing and yummy nutrients/foods recommended for a healthy heart. What’s also awesome is that these same foods will FUEL all your other organs, including your brain. These same foods will help prevent illnesses like heart disease, obesity, diabetes, cancer, and other chronic diseases. Grab your pen and paper. Be ready to take action and witness change! This transcript has many sources/citations and a list of nutrients mentioned in the show.
#12: How To Keep Your Blood Sugar Regulated and Heart Healthy
February 20, 2021
Do you eat every 2-3 hours? Are you interested in burning fat? And want to keep your heart healthy? If so, you do not want to miss today's episode. Last episode, Earl and I discussed the relationship between heart attack with diabetes and obesity. In today's episode, I've decided to take a deep dive into one aspect of Blood Sugar Optimization. This episode is loaded with great information and practical steps for you to implement today. Grab your pen, paper, and some tea. have fun!
#11: Your Heart, Your ABC, Disease Culprits, and Life’s Simple 7 with Earl Britt
February 18, 2021
February is Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. Join me and Earl Britt as we discuss this disease, your ABC, key disease culprits, and Life's Simple 7. Most of the deaths are premature and preventable. It starts by BECOMING a catalyst and making smart lifestyle CHOICES that will support your journey. Each one of us has the opportunity to NOT be part of the stats.
#10 [Part 5]: How To Prevent Obesity and Diabetes: Hydration, Exercise, Sleep
February 16, 2021
What would the long-term effect of replacing sugary and caffeine with water be on your overall health? Is exercise a short or a long-term 'thing' for you? Go for it. Build strength, muscles, bones, new brain cells, and prevent diseases. Are you giving your body enough time to recover or jeopardizing it all? This episode is PACKED. Enjoy it.
#9 [Part 4]: How To Prevent Obesity and Diabetes: Smoking, Nutrition, Eating Habits
February 13, 2021
In this episode, Maria goes over practical strategies to prevent obesity and diabetes. Let’s start by talking about nutrition. The advice is simple but it does take practice to follow: Be more intentional with what you put in your body. Cook your food. Make your plate colorful! The more vibrant your plate is, the more vibrant you become. Next, eat raw foods like leafy greens, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. Let’s step back and talk about eating habits in general. Do not inhale all of your food in a few minutes. Take. Your. Time! Allot at least 20 minutes to eat every meal and remember to chew! Trust me, it’s understandable how simple and even humorous these tips sound but really ask yourself, are you really doing all of them?