Wake Up and Read the Labels‪!‬ Jen Smiley

Managing type 1 Diabetes is a delicate balance between insulin, diet, and exercise. But the mental and emotional aspect of diabetes is the silent struggle that can sometimes leave patients feeling hopeless and burnt out.
Dr. Jody Stanislaw has been a type 1 diabetic for over 40 years. Diagnosed as a child in the 80s, she set out on a lifelong journey to manage her diabetes and become the master of her own health. She became a naturopathic physician and diabetes expert. Dr. Jody delves into the mental and emotional aspects of living with type 1 diabetes, offering guidance on staying positive and avoiding burnout. She shares her personal journey and how she provides ongoing support to her patients through regular live sessions. She explains how continuous glucose monitoring, regular exercise, and strategic eating can help patients gain better control over their diabetes.
In this episode, Dr. Jody talks to Jen about her early diagnosis of type 1 diabetes, the importance of understanding blood sugar responses to food and exercise, and the impact of meal composition on blood sugar spikes.

Key Takeaways

[01:16] - How Dr. Jody’s childhood shapes her work.

[02:52] - The difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

[07:42] - Are all glucose and carbs created equally?

[12:13] - How the order you eat affects your blood sugar.

[14:25] - The efficacy of vinegar to control blood sugar spikes.

[15:49] - The importance of exercise in blood sugar control.

[18:22] - How to avoid burnout with type 1 diabetes.

[21:16] - How to find Dr. Jody.

[22:33] - Dr. Jody's success stories.

[25:20] - Dr. Jody’s experience doing a Ted Talk.


Quotes
[03:35] - “All ages are getting type 1 these days, even 30-year-olds, 40-year-olds, 50-year-olds, and 60-year-olds are getting type 1.” ~ Dr. Jody Stanislaw
[10:03] - “Some people have a strong, robust insulin production capacity, and some people don’t.” ~ Dr. Jody Stanislaw
[16:18] - “Exercise is one of the best fountains of youth we have.” ~ Dr. Jody Stanislaw

Links 

Dr. Jody Stanislaw’s Website

Dr. Jody Stanislaw’s LinkedIn

Dr Jody Stanislaw's Instagram

Dr Jody Stanislaw’s Twitter

Sugar is Not a Treat

Nutrisense

TED


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Bread is a universal symbol of sharing and community, but it can also be a delicate subject for people with gluten intolerance, celiac disease, or a preference for eating clean. Luckily, passionate cooks are developing delicious clean bread alternatives with ingredients like almond flour, flax seeds, cassava flour, and psyllium husk.
Barbara Zeiss, Founder and CEO of Plantiful Kitchen, is on a mission to redefine baked goods with superior ingredients. Growing up in Germany, she developed a deep connection to the origins of food and was nurtured by her parents to learn where food comes from and how it's prepared. This connection with food, combined with the Germans' unwavering love for bread, sparked the idea of Plantiful Kitchen. Barbara shares her journey of relocating to the U.S. and seeing the stark differences in ingredient quality. This exposed the unsettling truth about the harmful additives and depletion of fiber in traditional bakery products that affect both health and the gut.
In this episode, Barbara talks to Jen about how she creates gut-friendly bread and treats that kids and adults love, the role of fiber in gut health, and the benefits of using superior ingredients in her recipes. 

Key Takeaways

[01:57] - Why Barbara founded Plantiful Kitchen.

[04:13] - Are bad reactions to bread unique to America?

[06:23] - What inspired the name Plantiful Kitchen?

[09:14] - Barbara’s experience creating Plantiful Kitchen.

[14:03] - The benefits of having fiber in foods.

[16:35] - Ingredients that make Barbara’s bread different.

[23:35] - How kids feel about Plantiful Kitchens breads.

[25:24] - The types of chocolate chips used in Plantiful Kitchen’s cookies.

[31:54] - Questions from VIP group coaching clients.


Quotes
[04:30] - “Since the food industry is getting bigger and everything is about making money, making things cheaper, doughs, additives, and cheaper ingredients are making their way into foods everywhere around the world.” ~ Barbara Zeiss
[07:22] - “That's how we came up with the name Plantiful Kitchen because it’s full of plants and we literally make it at our kitchen in Carlsbad.” ~ Barbara Zeiss
[14:16] - “When you eat the baked goods that have all the fiber removed essentially, it destroys all the healthy gut bacteria.” ~ Barbara Zeiss

Links 

Barbara Zeiss LinkedIn

Plantiful Kitchen

Plantiful Kitchen Instagram

Dave’s Killer Bread

Oroweat

Monty’s Butter


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Breast implants have been around since the '60s, but their popularity skyrocketed in the '90s. With their popularity, it’s easy to forget the possible long-term risks involved with the procedure.
Dr. Robert Whitfield, a board-certified plastic surgeon, has over 26 years of experience in the industry conducting breast implant procedures and helping patients find relief from breast implant illness. He shares his insights on how breast implant illness is intricately linked to chronic inflammation within the body. He highlights the complexity of this issue, where symptoms like fatigue, joint pain, and brain fog are often overlooked as indicators of breast implant illness. With a focus on holistic and personalized care, Dr. Whitfield emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment plans and offers expert guidance on testing for breast implant illness, considering genetic factors and detox pathways.
In this episode, Dr. Whitfield talks to Jen about the symptoms of breast implant illness, personalized solutions for finding relief, and embracing well-being post-explant. 

Key Takeaways

[01:40] - Symptoms of breast implant illness.

[03:54] - How long post-op does breast implant illness start to affect patients?

[05:38] - How long has breast implant illness been affecting patients?

[07:22] - Types of implants that cause breast implant illness.

[08:50] - How Dr. Whitfield tests for breast implant illness.

[10:25] - The approach to addressing breast implant illness.

[13:42] - Advice for people considering breast implants.

[15:30] - Pre-op recommendations for lower inflammation.

[16:14] - How patients feel after implants have been removed.

[19:15] - Safe alternative to breast lifts.

[21:23] - Dr. Whitfield’s specialties.


Quotes
[01:54] - “Breast implant illness, to me, is a cascade of chronic inflammation.” ~ Dr. Robert Whitfield
[06:53] - “An implant just plays one role in the cascade of inflammation. There's a lot of other things involved.” ~ Dr. Robert Whitfield
[16:44] - “If you had a problem for many, many years and I operated on you, I didn’t solve it in a moment in the operation room.” ~ Dr. Robert Whitfield

Links 

Dr. Robert Whitfield LinkedIn

Dr. Robert Whitfield 

Dr. Rob’s Solutions

Breast Implant Illness

Google

InMode


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Jen Smiley, Host of Wake Up and Read the Labels and Founder of The Clean Eating Academy, helps listeners discover the power of eating clean for a healthier life. Jen's podcast and coaching have already transformed how people see food.
Jen dives into the world of clean eating, revealing how simple changes can lead to big health improvements. She talks about common foods like tea and coffee and how hidden toxins can affect our bodies. Jen references past episodes with experts like Dr. Emily Gonzalez, who talked about the toxins in coffee, and Dr. Michael Goran who spent 20 years studying the effects of sweeteners. She also shares inspiring stories from the Clean Eating Academy including Michelle's journey from shedding excess weight to discontinuing medications, and Marie's story of noticing the difference in how she looks and feels after changing her diet.
In this episode, Jen talks about the hidden toxins in everyday foods, the importance of mindful eating habits, and real success stories from the Clean Eating Academy.

Key Takeaways

[01:23] - The importance of eating clean.

[05:13] - Clean eating tips.

[08:10] - What is clean eating?

[14:23] - Ingredients to avoid.

[16:02] - Frequently asked questions.

[26:24] - Client success stories.


Quotes
[03:57] - “You actually just have to commit and realize that you don’t have to be perfect.” ~ Jen Smiley
[08:14] - “Clean eating is eating foods made with real ingredients your body can recognize and digest.” ~ Jen Smiley
[08:23] - “Today in 2023, we have so many food options, and how the food is made has become lost to us.“ ~ Jen Smiley

Links 

Bulletproof Coffee

Avoiding Hidden Toxins in Your Coffee with Dr. Emily Gonzalez

Summit Spring Water

The Truth About Bottled Water with Bryan Pullen

The Real Secret to Staying Sugar Proof with Dr. Michael Goran

Clean Eating Academy

Paleovalley

Pique Life

Panera Bread

Chick-fil-A

Sysco

US Foods

Beyond Meat


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Plant-based foods have remarkable healing properties, but many physicians overlook them when consulting with families about their health and wellness. Physicians like Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster, Board-Certified Pediatrician and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician, are changing the face of pediatrics with a plant-powered approach.
Dr. Yami is a traditionally trained pediatrician bridging the gap between using conventional medicine to treat serious illnesses while also promoting the healing power of food through holistic plant-based diets. In her own home, her family lives a vegan lifestyle and eats a vegan diet. She shares her insights on the profound impact of plant-based diets on gut health and overall well-being and debunks the concept of kids' menus. Instead, Dr. Yami encourages parents to embrace a more diverse and nutrient-rich approach to feeding their children, including lots of fruits and veggies. She also delves into how a child's dietary habits can predict their adult choices, and how even a fetus' exposure to flavors in the womb shapes their palate.
In this episode, Dr. Yami talks to Jen about the transformative potential of plant-based diets for kids' health, the impact of plant-based foods on the gut, and myths about dairy.

Key Takeaways

[01:47] - Dr. Yami’s passion for helping her patients live a long, healthy life.

[03:17] - How Dr. Yami feels about kids' menus.

[05:01] - How a child's diet before age five predicts their future diet.

[08:10] - The difference between vegan and vegetarian.

[10:22] - Do medical schools teach plant-based diets?

[11:30] - Why parents bring their children to Dr. Yami.

[13:33] - Factors that increase the likelihood of infection.

[19:01] - Actions that contribute to the development of a child's immune system.

[21:24] - Why beans cause gas.

[23:22] - How to choose dairy-free milk.

[25:43] - Dr. Yami shares patient success stories.


Quotes
[04:09] - “I feel like kids' foods and snack foods are made up of things, basically just ultra-processed foods that we love to eat.” ~ Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster
[16:40] - “If you’re going to be a human living in the world, you are going to be exposed to infection.” ~Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster
[20:14] - “Fiber is my favorite F word, and it’s one of the best things for us for so many different reasons.” ~ Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster

Links 

Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster

Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster Instagram

Veggie Fit Kids

A Parent’s Guide to Intuitive Eating: How to Raise Kids Who Love to Eat Healthy

Veggie Doctor Radio


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Our genes have a profound impact on what we can comfortably eat and digest. Experts like Teri Cochrane, Founder and CEO of Beyond Nutrition, dedicate their time to helping us figure out the complex world of epigenetics.
Teri shares her personal journey as a mother determined to find answers for her son's health challenges, which led her into the field of epigenetics. She developed The Cochrane Method, an approach that explores how nutrition affects gene expression and its impact on our overall well-being. She emphasizes the vital role of stress management in achieving overall wellness. Her precision wellness approach goes beyond functional medicine to help individuals become the CEOs of their own health journeys.
In this episode, Teri talks to Jen about how genetic expression impacts health, the principles of the Wildatarian diet, and inspiring success stories from clients who followed The Cochrane Method. 

Key Takeaways

[01:32] - Teri’s background in nutrition and epigenetics.

[06:32] - Functional medicine practitioner vs. conventional medical practitioner.

[10:19] - The rise of auto-immune and chronic conditions.

[15:16] - What is the The Wildatarian Diet?

[17:23] - How epigenetics determines what you can and can’t eat.

[19:08] - Teri’s client experience.

[20:26] - Teri shares a client success story.


Quotes
[09:04] - “We have 23,000 genes. Only around five genes are actually hardwired, and the other ones have to be tripped.” ~ Teri Cochrane
[10:07] - “The body, when given the right instruction and the right formula and the right feeding system, has a miraculous capability to right itself.” ~ Teri Cochrane
[19:50] - “Food alone can heal.” ~ Teri Cochrane

Links 

Teri Cochrane Twitter

Teri Cochrane Instagram

Teri Cochrane

The Wildatarian Diet

The Wildtype Quiz

RoundUp


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