Hearts and Habits | A Christian podcast for health, wellness and nutrition - Podcast

Aug 10

Your environment is shaping you | Why is consistency so difficult?

Why do we struggle to stay consistent with healthy habits, even when we know exactly what we should be doing? In this episode of Hearts and Habits: A Christian Approach to Nutrition and Healthy Wellbeing, Tanya explores why consistency is rarely a knowledge problem. Instead, our habits, environment, emotional triggers, and daily routines often shape our choices more than information does. Drawing from Proverbs 16:3, this episode encourages listeners to bring their health goals before God, inviting Him into every aspect of life, including nutrition, exercise, and wellbeing. Tanya shares practical examples of habit replacement and simple environmental changes that can make healthy choices easier and more sustainable. In this episode: - Why knowing what to do isn't enough to create lasting change - The role of habits, emotions, and environment in shaping daily choices - How faith can support your health and wellbeing journey - Why consistency is built through small actions repeated over time - The importance of replacing habits rather than simply trying to remove them - Practical ways to redesign your environment to support healthier choices - Moving from an "I'll start again on Monday" mindset to sustainable lifestyle change "Consistency isn't about becoming perfect overnight. It's about making small changes that become part of your routine and trusting God to transform your thinking along the way." What is one small habit or environmental change you could make this week that would help support the healthy lifestyle you're working towards? If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend, family member, or anyone who may be feeling frustrated with starting over and struggling to stay consistent. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanyastead.substack.com

Jun 19

Why Should Christians Care for Their Bodies? | A Biblical Perspective on Health and Nutrition

When we think about healthy eating and looking after our bodies, it’s easy to become distracted by the world’s messages surrounding appearance, weight loss and unrealistic standards. But as Christians, our approach to health and nutrition should be rooted in something far deeper than the pursuit of an ideal body. In this episode of Hearts and Habits, we explore what Scripture teaches about our physical bodies and why caring for them matters from a biblical perspective. The Bible tells us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit and that we have been bought with a price. Rather than viewing health through the lens of vanity or self-improvement, we can begin to see it as an act of stewardship and worship. Together, we’ll unpack what it means to honour God with our bodies and how our physical health can support the work that God has called us to do. Our bodies are not merely something to manage or change – they are vessels through which we serve others, raise families, fulfil our responsibilities and carry out God’s purposes in our daily lives. Drawing from passages such as Matthew 28:19 and 1 Corinthians 6:19–20, we’ll consider how developing healthy habits is not about striving for perfection or pursuing extreme discipline. Rather, it is about making faithful choices day by day and learning to align our lives with God’s design. If you’re seeking a Christian approach to health and nutrition, this episode offers encouragement and practical wisdom for creating sustainable habits that honour God. Whether you’re trying to improve your relationship with food, develop healthier routines or simply understand what the Bible says about caring for your body, this conversation will help you cultivate both healthy hearts and healthy habits. In this episode, we’ll explore: * Why Christians should care for their physical health. * What it means for the body to be a temple of the Holy Spirit. * Caring for our bodies as an act of stewardship and worship. * Pursuing health without guilt, shame or comparison. If you’ve ever wondered whether healthy living matters to God, or how to pursue wellness without becoming consumed by appearance or diet culture, this episode will encourage you to view health through the lens of Scripture and embrace habits that glorify God. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanyastead.substack.com

Jun 2

NEW | Why does motivation never last for healthy living?

In this episode of the Hearts and Habits podcast, we look at the reason behind short-lived motivation - and how, as Christian women, we can create sustainable change that is based on Scripture. I'll explain what happens to encourage motivation and why we do not need to rely on it. I'll also explain how we need to: - Be disciplined in our dietary choices and healthy lifestyles - That knowing our identity helps up root our choices and discipline the right way - That leaning on discipline and creating new routines enables systems that are long-term. We know that it's important to look after our bodies, but how do we faithfully make healthy diet choices? And why do we need to keep an eye on our weight? What is the 'why' behind making these sustainable diet and lifestyle changes and why is it important? Let me know what you think, and if you have any questions about choosing healthier foods - foods that will positively impact your health. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanyastead.substack.com

May 13

A daily battle against the flesh

I’ve been moved to speak about the daily battle we face when making healthy decisions for our diet, nutrition, health. It seems sometimes its a battle we can’t face - but with God’s help we can move slowly forward to our goal. That sometimes it might seem so slow, so painfully slow, but keeping our eyes on Jesus and the reason we need to take care of our bodies, with the Holy Spirit’s help we can get there. If you’re affected by anything in this episode, feel free to reach out to me. You can contact me on substack: tanyastead.substack. Instagram and TikTok: @nutritivechef. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanyastead.substack.com

Feb 10

What a Christian nutritionist thinks about GLP-1s

What I, a nutritionist, think about GLP-1s (Munjaro, Wegovy etc) for weight loss This episode simply outlines what I think about people who use GLP-1s for their weight loss goals. I introduce why I think they're a good idea and how we, nutritionists, should support those who currently rely on GLP-1s. Feel free to let me know your opinion too! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanyastead.substack.com

12/08/2025

What is food noise? Understanding it and how to control it...

If you’ve ever felt like thoughts about food are constantly running in the background of your mind, you’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into the concept of food noise—what it is, why it happens, and how it affects your relationship with eating, self-control, and daily life. I break down 5 common causes of food noise, including emotional triggers, physiological patterns, habits, dieting history, and spiritual battles. Then, I offer practical, realistic strategies to help you manage and reduce food noise so you can feel more grounded, peaceful, and in control. And because health is not only physical — but also emotional and spiritual — we take a moment to look at what the Bible teaches about self-control. These spiritual tools can help you navigate food noise in a deeper, more sustainable way. If you’re ready to quiet the mental chatter around food and move toward more mindful, intentional eating, this episode is for you. ✨ Comment below and share your experience with food noise — what resonates, what challenges you, and what works for you. ✨ Make sure to follow me on Instagram for more support, tips, and encouragement: @nutritivechef This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanyastead.substack.com

05/29/2025

001 | Introduction | Healthy Eating, Inflammation & Honouring God with Our Bodies

In this solo episode, I dive deep into the foundations of a healthy diet from both a practical and biblical perspective. If you're a Christian who wants to eat healthier, take control of your weight, and learn how to care for your body in a way that honors God—this episode is for you. I’ll unpack: ✅ What a healthy diet really means ✅ Why there are so many types of diets (and how to choose wisely) ✅ What calories and nutrients are—and why they matter ✅ The truth about inflammation: what causes it and how to reduce it ✅ What ultra-processed foods do to your body and brain ✅ Simple, sustainable steps to improve your health ✅ A powerful Bible verse to inspire you to care for your body as a temple of the Holy Spirit Whether you're starting your health journey or looking for faith-based motivation to stay on track, this episode will equip and encourage you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanyastead.substack.com

Hearts and Habits | A Christian podcast for health, wellness and nutrition

Episodes

Your environment is shaping you | Why is consistency so difficult?

Why Should Christians Care for Their Bodies? | A Biblical Perspective on Health and Nutrition

NEW | Why does motivation never last for healthy living?

A daily battle against the flesh

What a Christian nutritionist thinks about GLP-1s

What is food noise? Understanding it and how to control it...

001 | Introduction | Healthy Eating, Inflammation & Honouring God with Our Bodies

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