The Paralysis Nutrition Podcast

Fatimah Fakhoury
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  • NUTRITION
  • WEEKLY SERIES

Hi, I'm Fatimah Fakhoury Registered Dietitian who's married to a quadriplegic and specializes in nutrition for spinal cord injury and paralysis. I'm on a mission to help people living with paralysis lose weight and regulate their bowels so they can live happier, healthier lives. On this podcast, I'll be talking to people just like you who are wheelchair users and successfully improving their health using the power of food. My guests and I will share personal stories, give useful nutrition information that's especially for paralysis, and answer your questions about healthy eating. Get ready to be inspired and motivated to improve your diet so you can feel your best!

  1. EPISODE 1

    Ep 01: What is a Healthy Diet for Paralysis?

    Welcome to the Paralysis Nutrition Podcast! Fatimah is very excited to start having important conversations surrounding healthy eating for people with paralysis. Fatimah is a registered dietitian who is married to a quadriplegic and specializes in nutrition for paralysis. Her passion is helping the paralysis community learn to eat right so they can live healthier and happier lives. In this debut episode, Fatimah will define what a healthy diet looks like for a person with paralysis. However, this is not your average diet with countless rules and unsatisfying meals. With Fatimah's approach, eating right for paralysis is learning how to balance your food choices, in a way that's sustainable for years to come. She will explain how learning about nutrition and taking control of your health using the power of food can be both rewarding and fun! Highlights from the episode: 5 things that define a healthy "diet" for paralysis 5 things that define a healthy "diet" for paralysis Eat the right amount of calories Balance your macros (macronutrients- proteins, carbs, fats) Adequate fiber Adequate hydration Make it fun and delicious! Episode topics to look forward to: How to lose weight without exercising Understanding Macros Grab your copy of The Paralysis Nutrition Cookbook: 101 Recipes to Help You Lose Weight & Improve Bowel Health. With this book, you can create meals with real food, real taste, and real results!  Connect with Fatimah Fakhoury: Instagram: @paralysis.nutrition Facebook: @Paralysis Nutrition Apply to work with me: Paralysis Nutrition

    22 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Ep 02: How Nikki Learned to Eat Right for Paralysis and Lost 16 Inches from Her Waist

    Welcome back to the Paralysis Nutrition Podcast! Today Fatimah has the pleasure of talking with Paralysis Nutrition Coaching Program graduate, Nikki Walsh. Nikki is a certified personal trainer who is paraplegic and has had amazing success with the Paralysis Nutrition Program. With adaptive fitness and Fatimah's program, Nikki was able to get her diet on track, stop taking a suppository, and lose 16 inches from her waist! In this episode, Nikki and Fatimah will discuss highlights from her journey thus far. As Nikki was recovering from an injury 3 years ago, she was given different nutrition advice from doctors, rehab staff, and personal trainers. She was exercising 6 to 7 times a week but failing to see any results in weight loss or in easing constipation. Feeling frustrated and losing hope, she finally found Fatimah's program specially designed for people with paralysis. Now she is here to share insights and advice about working out and finding your nutritional balance to feel great, lose weight, and enjoy your food! Highlights from the episode: How to eat right for paralysis Caloric intake - deficit vs. surplus 90/10 approach to weight loss Adaptive fitness for people with paralysis How to enjoy your meals without guilt, even out at restaurants! Grab your copy of The Paralysis Nutrition Cookbook: 101 Recipes to Help You Lose Weight & Improve Bowel Health. With this book, you can create meals with real food, real taste, and real results!  Connect with Nikki Walsh: Updated Instagram: @nikkiwalsh.adaptfit Connect with Fatimah Fakhoury: Instagram: @paralysis.nutrition Facebook: @Paralysis Nutrition

    39 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Ep 03: Healthy Travel Tips for Paralysis

    Welcome back to the Paralysis Nutrition Podcast! Today's episode is all about how to stay on track, even while on vacation. Going away is meant to be fun, but coming back bloated, constipated, and a few pounds heavier isn't fun for anyone. Fatimah is here to share her top tips for enjoying your vacation AND staying healthy. This episode is your guide for healthy and happy travels with paralysis. As a registered dietitian and wife of a quadriplegic, Fatimah knows how important it is to eat right so you can be your healthiest self with paralysis, even when you're traveling. With Fatimah's helpful pointers, you will be able to travel with confidence in your food choices. From preparing for the trip to mealtime suggestions, this episode packs lots of information to help you have a happy, healthy vacation. Highlights from the episode Focusing on weight maintenance, not weight loss for vacation How to avoid overeating Choose one: alcohol OR dessert Checking out the local scene Staying safe and happy during your travels. Connect with Fatimah Fakhoury: Instagram: @paralysis.nutrition Facebook: @Paralysis Nutrition Apply to work with me: Paralysis Nutrition

    21 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Ep 04: Vegetarian & Plant-Based Eating with Katie Gill, MS RD

    On this episode of the Paralysis Nutrition Podcast, Fatimah is joined by fellow registered dietitian and weight loss expert, Katie Gill, to talk about vegetarian diets. Plant-based eating is a hugely popular topic in the weight loss world, and today's episode is all about how you can incorporate more meatless meals into your diet. Fatimah and Katie share their tips and tricks on how you can explore more plant-based options.   This episode is also helpful for vegetarians who may not know some of the important factors to consider when it comes to balancing macros and getting adequate nutrition without eating meat. Katie, who's a vegetarian herself, shares some of the most common mistakes people make when transitioning to a meatless diet, and how you can avoid them. With Fatimah and Katie's helpful pointers, you'll learn so much about vegetarian and vegan diets, and be inspired to experiment with plant-based meals in the kitchen. Highlights from the episode: • Vegetarian vs. vegan diets • Plant-based proteins • Carbs & dietary fiber • Common weight loss mistakes Connect with Fatimah Fakhoury: Instagram: @paralysis.nutrition Facebook: @Paralysis Nutrition

    25 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Ep 05: The Truth about Carbs

    Fatimah is here to tell you the truth about carbs! When it comes to eating carbs, it can be confusing to figure out what's true and what's not. Especially with all the crazy diets out there, it's important to know how to handle carbs when it comes to living with paralysis. This episode will help you figure out how to balance your meals so you can eat the foods you love, while still improving your bowels and losing weight. Highlights from the episode: - What foods have carbs? - Dietary fiber & constipation - Weight loss without restriction - Simple vs. complex carbs Connect with Fatimah Fakhoury: Instagram: @paralysis.nutrition Facebook: @Paralysis Nutrition

    17 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    Ep 06: Why Keto is A Bad Idea for Paralysis

    Fatimah talks about the keto diet in today's episode and explains why it's not appropriate for people living with paralysis. She discusses how keto can worsen bowel health and details her concerns about the impact of this particular diet on the heart, liver, and kidneys. She also offers her perspective on why keto is not a sustainable eating pattern. Highlights from the episode: - What is the ketogenic diet? - Impact of keto on bowel health - Side effects of keto on the body - What foods does keto eliminate from your diet? - Why carbs are essential for weight loss & bowel health Connect with Fatimah Fakhoury: Instagram: @paralysis.nutrition Facebook: @Paralysis Nutrition

    26 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    Ep 07: Emotional & Binge Eating with Marissa Kai Miluk, MS RD

    In today's episode, Fatimah discusses emotional and binge eating with a fellow registered dietitian, Marissa Kai Miluk (@binge.nutritionist). When it comes to overeating, many people struggle to figure out why they do it, and how they can start to be more mindful in their approach to food. Marissa is here to share her expertise on the subject of binge eating and gives useful insights on why so many of us struggle with eating past the point of fullness. Highlights from the episode: - Emotional eating vs. binge eating - Common reasons we overeat at night - How your mindset shapes your behaviors around food - What does "healthy" mean for you? Connect with Marissa Kai Miluk: Instagram: @binge.nutritionist Connect with Fatimah Fakhoury: Instagram: @paralysis.nutrition Facebook: @Paralysis Nutrition

    42 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    Ep 08: UTIs, Skin Wounds, Bowels, & Other Medical Concerns with Lauren Harmison, RN

    Fatimah teams up with Lauren Harmison, Registered Nurse, SCI advocate, and CEO of Campo Possibility, to discuss medical issues related to paralysis. Lauren offers her expertise on a variety of subjects, including UTIs, skin wounds, bowel care, and kidney health. Highlights from the episode: - How to prevent and treat UTIs - Caring for pressure sores - Rethinking your bowel program Lauren can be found on Instagram @sci_nurse and @camp_possability. Connect with Fatimah Fakhoury: Instagram: @paralysis.nutrition Facebook: @Paralysis Nutrition

    56 min
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Hi, I'm Fatimah Fakhoury Registered Dietitian who's married to a quadriplegic and specializes in nutrition for spinal cord injury and paralysis. I'm on a mission to help people living with paralysis lose weight and regulate their bowels so they can live happier, healthier lives. On this podcast, I'll be talking to people just like you who are wheelchair users and successfully improving their health using the power of food. My guests and I will share personal stories, give useful nutrition information that's especially for paralysis, and answer your questions about healthy eating. Get ready to be inspired and motivated to improve your diet so you can feel your best!

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