Talking Nutrition

Johan Vesters
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  • HEALTH & FITNESS
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Welcome to the Talking Nutrition podcast, where you'll learn about nutrition, fitness, mindset, and other topics related to health and self-development every week. Hosted by Johan Vesters, brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems.

  1. 5D AGO

    #208 - Stomach Acid - Do You Have Too Much or Too Little?

    Ever feel bloated or heavy after meals, maybe even get heartburn, and your doctor says you have too much acid? What if it’s actually the opposite? In this episode, Johan breaks down why most reflux symptoms aren’t about “too much acid” at all. You’ll learn what stomach acid really does, why low acid is often the real problem, and how common fixes like PPIs might be making things worse. Get ready to flip everything you thought you knew about heartburn and digestion. You’ll learn: The real role of stomach acid and why low levels cause bloating, fatigue and nutrient deficienciesThe most common causes of low stomach acid (and why stress and diet matter more than you think)Simple, practical steps to support healthy acid levels naturallyAnd much moreWant the full step-by-step Gut Repair Blueprint that helps you understand your symptoms and take steps towards improving your gut health? DM “GUT” to @johanvesters_ocs on instagram now to get it for free! --- Brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram www.odysseycoachingsystems.co johan@odysseycoachingsystems.co

    26 min

  2. MAR 2

    #207 - Steal the EOD Ritual That Helps my Clients and I Leave Work at Work

    Ever find yourself wiped out but your brain just won’t quit? You’re not alone. Most women juggle work, training, family, and life — and it feels like the day never really ends. That’s why Johan is breaking down the exact end-of-day ritual he uses (and teaches clients) to help you actually switch off, sleep better, and show up for what matters. In this episode, Johan gets real about why you’re exhausted but still wired at night, why most coaching isn’t just about food and workouts, and how a simple daily ritual can help you leave work at work. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why your nervous system needs a clear “day is done” signalThe step-by-step EOD ritual: box breathing, tomorrow’s calendar, top 3 tasks, quick journalingHow reflecting on wins and effort helps you reset for tomorrowWhy your ritual doesn’t have to look like Johan’s — and how to make it your ownThe one action step you can start today to finally shut off your brain at night Want to learn more about coaching 1:1 and learn how the OCS Process can help you too, finally reach your long-term goals? DM "COACH" to @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram now for a free Strategy Call! --- Brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram www.odysseycoachingsystems.co johan@odysseycoachingsystems.co

    29 min

  3. FEB 23

    #206 - How to Read Your Meal Plan Like a Pro (And Stop Feeling Limited)

    Most meal plans feel more like a law than a template. And even when you follow them to a T, you still end up confused about what to eat, how much, or how to make it work for your life and goals. Let's fix that - In this week's episode, we break down how to read your meal plan like a pro - so you can take control of your nutrition instead of feeling trapped by rigid rules. You'll learn why meal plans are templates, not strict rulebooks, the four building blocks every meal needs, how to swap foods without losing progress (flexibility within structure), how meal plans can actually help you build intuitive eating habits, and much more. Meal plans (if you use them) should feel empowering, not limiting. And this episode will show you how. --- Brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram www.odysseycoachingsystems.co johan@odysseycoachingsystems.co

    28 min

  4. JAN 19

    #205 - What I'd Do If My Diet Already Fell Apart Two Weeks Into 2026

    If two weeks into 2026, your diet already fell apart, let’s clear something up right away: You cannot fail a 6–12+ month journey in a few weeks. What did happen is that you probably made the same fat loss mistakes most people make every January. Going too aggressive. Cutting too hard. Doing more cardio. Ignoring sleep and stress. Relying on motivation to carry you through real life. And those mistakes backfire every single time. In today’s episode, you'll learn exactly what I’d do instead. We’ll talk about why rushing fat loss is the fastest way to stall it, why exercise isn’t for “burning fat,” why structure beats motivation, why sleep and stress matter more than most people want to admit, and the one skill almost everyone skips that actually determines whether you succeed long-term. Got questions? DM me at @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johanvesters_ocs/ --- Brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram www.odysseycoachingsystems.co johan@odysseycoachingsystems.co

    17 min

  5. 12/29/2025

    #204 - Christmas Didn’t Ruin Your Progress, But Spiraling After WILL

    In this episode, Johan breaks down why so many people feel frustrated, bloated, and ready to “start over” after the holidays - and why that reaction is what actually causes weight regain year after year. You’ll learn how a few days of eating more don’t meaningfully change body fat, how most post-Christmas weight gain is just water, food, and sodium, and most importantly, how guilt, panic, and restriction do far more damage than Christmas dinners ever will Johan also shares exactly what his clients did differently this year - and why they maintained their weight and measurements (or even improved them), without tracking, restricting, or stressing. This episode is your reminder that you didn’t mess anything up, and that you don’t need a harder reset or stricter diet going into the new year. Instead, you need perspective, better expectations, structure, and a system that works in real life - especially when things aren’t perfect. DM Johan on Instagram with any questions >>> https://www.instagram.com/johanvesters_ocs/ --- Brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram www.odysseycoachingsystems.co johan@odysseycoachingsystems.co

    26 min

  6. 12/22/2025

    #203 - Why Most New Year's Resolutions Fail, and How Only Some Women Successfully Keep the Weight Off

    Why do so many women start January motivated… only to fall off weeks later - year after year? In this episode, Johan breaks down why most New Year’s resolutions fail, especially for women in their 30s through 50s - and what the small percentage of women who actually keep the weight off long-term do differently. This episode isn’t about more motivation, stricter diets, or pushing harder. It’s about systems, habits, realistic planning, and understanding your body after years of dieting, stress, and “all-or-nothing” cycles. If you’ve ever felt stuck, burned out, or frustrated that “doing everything right” still isn’t working - this one is for you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why motivation and willpower always fail — and what to rely on insteadThe biggest mistake women make when setting New Year’s goals (and how to fix it)Why the scale stalling doesn’t mean fat loss has stoppedHow chronic dieting, stress, and under-eating lead to metabolic adaptationWhy busy women often get better results than women with “more time”How to build non-negotiable systems around food, training, and sleepThe importance of 80% consistency — not perfectionWhat to do when life gets chaotic (backup plans, bounce-back plans, and identity-based habits)Why fat loss should be phased and periodized, not constantWhen eating more is actually the key to losing fat againHow reflection and self-awareness accelerate long-term success DM Johan the word  'QUIZ' on Instagram at @johanvesters_ocs (https://www.instagram.com/johanvesters_ocs/) to get a personalized roadmap with the exact steps to take going into 2026. --- Brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram www.odysseycoachingsystems.co johan@odysseycoachingsystems.co

    38 min

  7. 12/01/2025

    #202 - If You Master These Habits, You'll Change Your F'ing Life

    In this episode, we break down the actual habits that move the needle for women who want sustainable fat loss, better energy, and a healthier routine that finally sticks. No diets. No extremes. Just the basics that work every single time — when you repeat them. What we cover: • Why most people keep switching plans instead of mastering fundamentals • How 30–40g protein per meal stabilizes hunger + builds muscle • Why 7.5k+ steps outperforms cardio for daily fat loss + stress reduction • The real reason lifting 3–5x/week changes your body shape • Sleep, stress, and why 7–8 hours is non-negotiable • Simple nutrition anchors: fruits, veggies, hydration, and electrolytes • Sunday planning → the secret to consistency • Why cutting caffeine after 2pm matters more than you think • Daily journaling + morning sunlight = better mood, better decisions, better results • How mastering just these 10 habits changes your damn life Takeaway: You don’t need a new diet. You need the fundamentals — done well, done consistently, done long enough to work. If you want the exact coaching system I use to help clients lose 10–20% of their body weight (without burnout) 👉 DM me "QUIZ" on Instagram (@johanvesters_ocs) --- Brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram www.odysseycoachingsystems.co johan@odysseycoachingsystems.co

    24 min

  8. 11/24/2025

    #201 - You Didn’t Plateau, You Just Zoomed In Too Much

    Most women panic the second the scale pauses — and that panic is the real reason progress stalls. In today’s episode, we break down what’s actually happening when your weight stays the same for 7–10 days… and why that’s not a plateau. I walk you through the exact framework I teach my clients: Inside this episode: Why a 7–10 day “pause” on the scale is normal (and not proof you messed up)The 10-second adherence audit that reveals your real leaksHow small, forgettable choices derail fat loss more than you thinkWhy weekends erase more progress than weekdays ever doThe psychology spiral that actually creates plateausHow the women who lose 10–20% of their body weight think during slow weeksThe #1 lesson every successful client learns: delayed gratification We also cover why fat loss is never linear, how stress/sleep/water mask real progress, and what to do when the scale pauses so you don’t sabotage yourself. You’ll walk away with: A calmer, more objective way to measure progressA simple plan to fix the small leaks that slow you downA mindset that keeps you consistent long enough to see real results If you’ve ever stepped on the scale, felt discouraged, and wanted to throw the whole day away — this episode is the antidote. Fat loss rewards patience, not panic. Let’s zoom out, fix what matters, and keep going. 👉 DM me "QUIZ" on Instagram (@johanvesters_ocs) to get help figuring out exactly what your body needs right now - I’ll send you my free Metabolism & Lifestyle Quiz! --- Brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems @johanvesters_ocs on Instagram www.odysseycoachingsystems.co johan@odysseycoachingsystems.co

    17 min
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Welcome to the Talking Nutrition podcast, where you'll learn about nutrition, fitness, mindset, and other topics related to health and self-development every week. Hosted by Johan Vesters, brought to you by Odyssey Coaching Systems.

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  • Creator
    Johan Vesters
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    209
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Talking Nutrition
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