The Happy Eating Podcast

The Happy Eating Podcast

Is it possible to eat your way to a better mood? Can foods really impact how the brain makes you think and feel? The “Happy Eating Podcast” was created after we couldn’t find the information that we needed for ourselves and our families. Join us as we break down the connection between food and mental wellness as we explore how food, diet, supplements, and daily habits can make for truly Happy Eating.

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September 4, 2025 67 mins

Let's face it, most teens aren't exactly known for having the healthiest habits, but did you know that the adolescent diet is considered the poorest of all age and population groups? While nutrient gaps are concerning at any age, they’re especially critical during adolescence when teens gain up to 25% of their adult height, 50% of adult weight, and undergo significant brain changes. In today’s episode, we’re outlining ...

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The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.  

 

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August 26, 2025 5 mins

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.  

 

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July 29, 2025 5 mins

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.  

 

Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts of the Happy Eating podcast, Brierle...

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The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.  

 

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In this special update episode, we’re revisiting three popular conversations—on magnesium supplementation, cold plunging, and wellness burnout—with the latest research and first-hand experience. Nutrition science doesn’t sit still, and neither do we. In today’s episode, we’re sharing what we’d add to these episodes if we were recording them today. Whether you’re still struggling with gut health, braving the freeze for...

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The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.  

 

Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts of the Happy Eating podcast, Brierle...

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Have you heard about the TikTok trend and the McDonald’s Migraine Hack—aka the McMigraine?  If you haven’t, it’s OK, Brierley hasn't either. The premise of these viral videos is that a McDonald’s coke and French fries is an effective way to run off a migraine. So, in today’s episode, we broke down the science behind this trend and whether there’s any legitimacy to it. Let’s just say that if you’re a migraine sufferer o...

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If you’ve tried to book a therapy appointment, you know there’s a shortage of mental health professionals. It’s not unusual to have to wait weeks or months for an appointment. So, with the rise of platforms like Chat GPT, could we harness AI technology for talk therapy purposes to treat things like depression and anxiety? We were extremely skeptical that this topic would even warrant a full episode on the Happy Eating ...

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June 6, 2025 18 mins

If you barely survived the chaos of May—aka Maycember, that sneaky second December (without the twinkle lights and Christmas cookies) packed with end-of-school madness, nonstop events, and not a minute to yourself—you’re in good company.

In this episode, we’re sharing three simple, sanity-saving, research-backed ways to recover from the mental whiplash and get back to feeling like yourself. Whether you'r...

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Have you seen mats that claim to improve your health in your Instagram feed? You know we love to dig into a trendy product. So for this episode, Carolyn explored what these mats are all about and found that they’re based on something called grounding and there’s some legitimate science to support their use. What is grounding and are these grounding mats worth it? Listen in to learn about the potential perks of groundin...

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The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.  

 

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You may be familiar with what we’re talking about today. And others of you may not. But I guarantee you know people who are using them. We’re talking about oral nicotine pouches, one of the most popular ones being the brand Zyn. They’re touted as being a healthier tobacco-free alternative to cigarettes, vapes, and chewing tobacco, but are they really? Today we’re taking a closer look at oral nicotine pouches, as well a...

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May 13, 2025 4 mins

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.  

 

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 Many of us walk into our menopause journey blindly—and it’s not until things like out of the ordinary stress, ADHD-like symptoms when it comes to your ability to focus and concentrate, and seemingly overnight weight gain, that we scramble for control and often realize that our usual go-to tips and tricks don’t work like they used to. While there’s no one-size-fits-all solution, certain diet and exercise approaches ca...

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The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.  

 

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Even in your 20s and 30s understanding skincare and choosing the right products can be a little confusing. But then comes perimenopause and the hormonal changes associated with it—and navigating skincare and the plethora of products out there becomes even more overwhelming. We teamed up with the skincare experts at NOW® Solutions to get personal insight on the key ingredients, products, and supplements we need in our 30s, 40s, 50s,...

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April 29, 2025 8 mins

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.  

 

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April 22, 2025 5 mins

The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally therapeutic and also maybe entertaining.  

 

Welcome to Rant Therapy, a podcast short powered by the hosts of the Happy Eating podcast, Brierle...

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April 17, 2025 22 mins

We’re bringing back a listener favorite! And it’s our first one of 2025! In today’s episode, we are sharing three new nutrition studies. Are there really microplastics in gum, and if so, why? The foods that you can add to your diet that may counteract the effects of microplastics in the body. And, could weekend warriors be just as healthy as regular exercisers? You’ll be surprised! 

 

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