486 episodes

What to eat and when to cheat! Let's decipher between all the “diets” out there. You know what to do but it itsn't working. In fact, your diet could be making you fatter.

Ever wondered if cryo-freezing your fat cells would really work? Should you try acupuncture? A hypnotist? If you do, how do you know if someone’s good?

Salad with a Side of Fries is the podcast that will answer all these questions and more! Talking wellness and weight loss for real life, because most of us are going to drink, eat out, skip the grocery store and who wants a life without fries or dessert?! Host Jenn Trepeck’s expertise as an optimal health coach, in practice for over a decade, along with experts in various modalities will clear up the myths, mis-information, bad science and marketing to reveal the truth of HOW TO EAT and HOW TO CHEAT!*



*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This podcast, its content and guests are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Salad With a Side of Fries Nutrition, Wellness & Weight Loss Jenn Trepeck

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.8 • 99 Ratings

What to eat and when to cheat! Let's decipher between all the “diets” out there. You know what to do but it itsn't working. In fact, your diet could be making you fatter.

Ever wondered if cryo-freezing your fat cells would really work? Should you try acupuncture? A hypnotist? If you do, how do you know if someone’s good?

Salad with a Side of Fries is the podcast that will answer all these questions and more! Talking wellness and weight loss for real life, because most of us are going to drink, eat out, skip the grocery store and who wants a life without fries or dessert?! Host Jenn Trepeck’s expertise as an optimal health coach, in practice for over a decade, along with experts in various modalities will clear up the myths, mis-information, bad science and marketing to reveal the truth of HOW TO EAT and HOW TO CHEAT!*



*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This podcast, its content and guests are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

    Nutrition Nugget: Bonny Squares

    Nutrition Nugget: Bonny Squares

    Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about Bonny Squares. Maybe you’ve heard of these as a way to “pop and poop!” These claim that they are loaded with healthy ingredients to help you poop, but are they really? Tune in as Jenn walks through the ingredients and shares her thoughts on if you should add these into your diet or not. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/

    RESOURCES:
    Become A Member of Salad with a Side of Fries
    Jenn’s Free Menu Plan
    A Salad With a Side of Fries
    A Salad With A Side Of Fries Merch
    A Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram

    • 11 min
    Brain Health & Blood Sugar (feat. Megan Lyons)

    Brain Health & Blood Sugar (feat. Megan Lyons)

    Balancing your blood sugar can have a huge impact on your brain health. If you experience brain fog, energy crashes, mood swings, cravings, or more, this episode is for you? Tune in to learn more about balancing your blood sugar.
    In this week’s episode, Jenn talks with health and wellness expert Megan Lyons about how blood sugar affects brain health. Megan explains how different foods impact our brain, the role of neuroinflammation, and the literal connection between the gut and the brain, known as the vagus nerve. They discuss how being in a stressed state can affect digestion and blood sugar. Megan also shares practical tips for balancing blood sugar with different eating habits. Finally, Jenn and Megan chat about what's important and what's overrated when it comes to managing blood sugar. Tune in for useful advice and simple explanations!
    The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.

    RESOURCES:
    Become A Member of Salad with a Side of Fries
    Jenn’s Free Menu Plan
    A Salad With a Side of Fries
    A Salad With A Side Of Fries Merch
    A Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram

    GUEST RESOURCES:
    The Lyons Share Website
    Freebie: The Revitalize Health Accelerator
    The Lyons Share Pinterest

    • 44 min
    Nutrition Nugget: Lavender

    Nutrition Nugget: Lavender

    Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about lavender. It feels like lavender is everywhere these days, and it’s often associated with relaxation. But can it truly benefit our health? Jenn is diving in to discuss the benefits of lavender and how it can be used. If you want to know how it can help with sleep, stress, mood, pain, and skin, tune in to learn some great tips! Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/

    RESOURCES:
    Become A Member of Salad with a Side of Fries
    Jenn’s Free Menu Plan
    A Salad With a Side of Fries
    A Salad With A Side Of Fries Merch
    A Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram

    • 15 min
    Biostack Over Biohack

    Biostack Over Biohack

    Have you been trying out the biohacks that you hear about and still not seeing the results you were hoping for? That’s because you have to have the foundations nailed down first. Tune in to learn about these foundations and how you can biostack your way to optimal health.

    In this episode, Jenn is guiding you through the foundations of optimal health, revealing how you can biostack your way to a healthier, more vibrant life. Dive deep into the essence of each foundational area and discover how they can enhance your well-being. Jenn sheds light on why popular biohacks might fall short if you haven't mastered these essential building blocks. Plus, she shares her expert tips on maintaining these foundations even when you're on vacation or stepping out of your daily routine. Don’t miss out on Jenn's personal strategies for seamlessly integrating biostacks into her everyday habits. Tune in and unlock the secrets to a healthier you!

    The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.

    RESOURCES:
    The Ultimate Biohack Episode
    Sleep On It Episode
    Morning Routine Episode
    Going Against the Textbook Episode
    Heart Health is Sexual Health Episode
    Your New BFF: Flexibility Episode
    NAD Supplements Nutrition Nugget
    Wake Up Light Clock
    Tower Plus Protein
    Anti-Aging Essentials
    Multivitamin
    Become A Member of Salad with a Side of Fries
    Jenn’s Free Menu Plan
    A Salad With a Side of Fries
    A Salad With A Side Of Fries Merch
    A Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram

    • 47 min
    Nutrition Nugget: Time

    Nutrition Nugget: Time

    Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size, bonus episodes offering tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is offering a new perspective on time. In a world of instant gratification and impatience, it can be easy to feel like we constantly need a distraction or that we aren’t making progress, when in truth we are. Jenn explains how this can affect our overall health and how to find patience when it comes to your health journey. Tune in to learn more! Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full length episodes; new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/

    RESOURCES:
    There’s Not Enough Time in the Day Episode
    Become A Member of Salad with a Side of Fries
    Jenn’s Free Menu Plan
    A Salad With a Side of Fries
    A Salad With A Side Of Fries Merch
    A Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram

    • 7 min
    Releasing Restriction: A Guide for the Type A (feat. Paige Harris)

    Releasing Restriction: A Guide for the Type A (feat. Paige Harris)

    Do you notice the calories on a menu? Do you have food rules for yourself? Time to release the restriction! This week Jenn and her guest Paige Harris are talking through how to navigate leaving restrictions behind and healing your relationship with food. Tune in to learn more!

    This week, Jenn is talking with trainer and holistic health coach, Pagie Harris. After going through her own struggles of restrictive eating, binge eating, and an unhealthy relationship with food, Paige was able to learn to eat for her body and now helps others heal their relationship with food. During this episode, Paige talks about calming the chatter in your mind, uncovering the root cause of your thoughts, and how to manage expectations of ourselves as we progress. This is such a great episode with tangible tips and takeaways so you can start developing a healthier relationship with food. Tune in to learn more!

    The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.

    RESOURCES:
    Become A Member of Salad with a Side of Fries
    Jenn’s Free Menu Plan
    A Salad With a Side of Fries
    A Salad With A Side Of Fries Merch
    A Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram

    GUEST RESOURCES
    Imperfectly Paige Wellness Website
    Imperfectly Paige Wellness Instagram
    Imperfectly Paige Wellness TikTok
    Paige Talks Wellness Podcast - Spotify
    Paige Talks Wellness Podcast - Apple

    • 50 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
99 Ratings

99 Ratings

Crown Yourself ,

Recipes, Wellness-Researched, and Real Advice!

A podcast with delish recipes and real, well-researched advice! Brilliant! Jenn and her guests deliver practical, tangible advice that you can put into practice right away without feeling overwhelmed in the process of becoming more healthy. A must listen.

jwkrause ,

Legit straight forward advice

I can't get enough of this podcast! Thank you Jenn for cracking me up and encouraging me to order fries with my salads! Love recommending your podcast to patients- you get them to take notice of their habits! Thank you - great stuff here!

hemingwayhalfdozen ,

Focused, Factual and Fun

Jenn puts out great info. and she backs it with evidence while keeping it light hearted and FUN. I’ve always thought food should be enjoyed and can be healthy too! They don’t have to be mutually exclusive and Jenn shares this each and every week! Thanks again for the info., insight, practical steps and Fun!

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