?GET THE BOOK: LIT: Life Ignition Tools: Use Nature's Playbook to Energize Your Brain, Spark Ideas, and Ignite Action   In this episode of 'Drama Free Healthy Living with Jess Cording,' host and registered dietician Jess Cording interviews Dr. Jeff Karp, a Harvard Medical School professor and MIT bioengineer. They delve into how to leverage brain power and the wisdom of nature for better health and wellness. Dr. Karp shares his journey from struggling with ADHD to founding over a dozen companies and discusses his new book 'Lit,' which explores learning from nature to enhance our lives. Th ..read more

In this solo episode, I delve into the relationship between tiredness and food cravings. Have you ever wondered why exhaustion seems to influence our appetite so dramatically? Let's explore the science. In this episode, I get into: The Connection Between Fatigue and Food Cravings The Pitfalls of High-Sugar, High-Carb Food Strategies for Managing Fatigue-Induced Cravings: The Overthink-Proof Plate Method For Simplifying Healthy Eating   Understanding how fatigue influences our food choices empowers us to make healthier decisions, even in our most exhausted moments. By implementin ..read more

?A gift for listeners:  Jim’s team created a brain C.O.D.E. quick at mybrainanimal.com  - based on your dominant brain animal you get suggestions for how work best and be more effective in all areas of life by unlocking the power of your mind. Take the quiz, post it, tag Jim and tag me and share one thing in the post. Jim’s team will be giving out a few copies of the book! In this episode of 'Drama Free Healthy Living', host I chat with Jim Kwik, a renowned authority on brain optimization, memory improvement, and accelerated learning. Jim shares his personal journey of overcoming lea ..read more

Frances Largeman-Roth is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, a New York Times best selling author and nationally recognized nutrition and wellness expert. Frances is the author of Feed the Belly: The Pregnant Mom's Healthy Eating Guide and Eating In Color: Delicious, Healthy Recipes for You and Your Family. She is also the co-author of the bestselling The CarbLovers Diet. Her latest book, Everyday Snack Tray, was just released.  Frances is a contributor to several publications, including Today.com, Parents, Parade, and Shape. She has appeared on numerous national TV shows, including The ..read more

Have you noticed how easy it is to give your time away, even if it means committing to doing things you don’t really want to do? In this solo podcast episode, I explore the topic of time stress and its implications on our overall well-being.   If you find yourself stressed about the many demands made of your time and worried about how you’ll be able to tackle everything on your to-do list, I encourage you to listen in as I’ll be sharing advice on how to protect your time and energy.    Specifically, we’ll explore ways in which you can protect your time and energy by making some ..read more

Julia Borelli, the founder of ALLAY, brings a fresh and innovative approach to the non-alcoholic wine industry. As a health and wellness enthusiast with a deep passion for wine, Julia's journey began with her personal experience of taking a break from alcohol. This led her to explore the world of non-alcoholic beverages and identify a gap in the market, particularly within the non-alcoholic wine space. Julia's commitment to creating a product with added health benefits led her to incorporate adaptogenic herbs like ashwagandha and Rishi, setting her non-alcoholic wine apart. With a focus on usi ..read more

  In this solo episode, I share some important mental and physical health effects of trauma to be aware of.   I also talk about the inspiration behind my group coaching program, The Trauma Warrior’s Toolbox, and how it’s designed to support trauma recovery.  You can check out the course here or visit JessicaCordingNutrition.com for details.  ..read more

Dr. Uma Naidoo, a leading expert in nutritional psychiatry, joins me for this episode of Drama-Free Healthy Living. With her warm and approachable style, Dr. Naidoo dives into the fascinating topic of nutrition and its impact on anxiety management. As the author of the highly acclaimed book, "This Is Your Brain on Food," and her latest release, "Calm Your Mind with Food: A Revolutionary Guide to Controlling Your Anxiety," Dr. Naidoo brings a unique blend of scientific knowledge and practical advice to the table. In this conversation, she delves into the connection between inflammation, gu ..read more

Demi and Randy are a dynamic husband and wife duo who have been working side by side as entrepreneurs for over 20 years. With their wealth of experience in running businesses, homeschooling their daughters, and maintaining a healthy marriage, they have truly become a power couple. Demi's background as a hairstylist and makeup artist brings a creative edge to their ventures, while Randy's business acumen and MBA in marketing provide a solid foundation for success. Together, they have learned the importance of building a strong relationship as individuals first, before becoming a powerful couple ..read more

Every year during my birthday week, I like to share some reflections from the past year. Rather than doing a “38 things for 38” (who has time for that?), inspired by other podcasts and articles I’ve seen on this theme, I decided to share on 12 lessons I’ve learned or leaned into in the past 12 months.    As you’ll hear in the podcast, the 12 lessons I’m carrying with me are about things I found myself learning, relearning, or focusing on intently over the past year. From the importance of asking for what I need, to learning that I don’t have to do it all myself, and ensuring that I s ..read more