In today’s episode, Registered Dietitian Vanessa Rissetto helps us cut through the BS and identify simple strategies for meal prep and weight loss that actually work for busy moms. She is the CEO and Co-founder of Culina Health, a revolutionary company that makes nutrition care more inclusive and accessible for everyone. Vanessa has been a frequent guest on The Today Show, honored by Goldman Sachs as one of the “Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs,” and by NPR as "A Black Dietitian Wants to Close the Nutrition Gap." Vanessa keeps it real whether she’s talking about diet, nutrition or the highs and lows of balancing life and motherhood. We cover specifics on stress free meal planning, sustainable weight loss tips and Vanessa’s experiences with IVF, surviving breast cancer and life as a CEO and mom of two.

We discuss:

-How to build up a meal prep routine that isn’t overwhelming

-Tips for realistic and sustainable weight loss based on your unique body

-Common misconceptions about calories and diet

-How GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic fit into the weight loss conversation

-Specific meal ideas to incorporate protein, fat and carbs for busy moms

-Vanessa’s hacks to level up your breakfast, lunch, dinners and snacks

-Mistakes to avoid when it comes to kids and processed foods/sugar

-Vanessa's breast cancer diagnosis, starting Culina during the pandemic and what she learned about the healthcare system

-Real talk on parenting, entrepreneurship, marriage, health and personal struggles

If you’re overwhelmed by starting or sticking to a meal prep routine, weight loss and nutrition advice, this episode will help you identify realistic strategies that are accessible, affordable and designed for moms!

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Get ready for your physically and mentally healthiest year yet with life-changing advice from top wellness experts. This “best of” episode features words of wisdom from REI/OBGYN Dr. Natalie Crawford, Functional Dietitian Jillian Greaves, Personal Trainer Marlie Cohen, LPCC Lauren Muir and OBGYN Dr. Stephanie Hack. This episode is packed with actionable steps from inspiring women’s health professionals to help you prioritize your needs and feel your best in 2025.

Listen in for:

-How to decrease stress by finding tools that work for you with Reproductive Endocrinologist of Infertility/OBGYN Dr. Natalie Crawford (full episode here)

-Protein, intermittent fasting and blood sugar balance tips from Functional Dietitian Jillian Greaves (full episode here)

-Realistic workout and self-care tips for busy moms with Pre/Postnatal Personal Trainer Marlie Cohen aka Kale and Krunches (full episode here)

-How to heal from childhood trauma and thrive in your relationship with yourself and kids with Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Lauren Muir (full episode here)

-How to find the right medical providers and advocate for your health with OBGYN Dr. Stephanie Hack aka Lady Parts Doc (full episode here)

If you’re ready to optimize both your physical and mental well-being in the new year, this episode is for you!

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Download your free Mind Body Mother Guided Relaxations

Full episode webpage here

Connect with REI/OBGYN Dr. Natalie Crawford here, Functional Dietitian Jillian Greaves here, Pre/Postnatal Personal Trainer Marlie Cohen here, LPCC Lauren Muir here and OBGYN Dr. Stephanie Hack here

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

Dr. Aviva Romm is an MD, midwife and herbalist who has bridged the best of traditional medicine with good science for over three decades. In today’s conversation, Dr. Aviva shares actionable steps we can take when it comes to diet, environmental toxins and optimizing our hormone health from her New York Times bestseller, Hormone Intelligence. She discusses healing the most common hormone issues, considering both natural and pharmaceutical interventions. This episode is packed with realistic and practical ways to prioritize hormone health as a busy mom.

We discuss:

-Dr. Aviva’s diet recommendations for PCOS, endometriosis, period pain, fertility issues and menopausal symptoms

-The connection between hormones, nutrient intake, blood sugar balance, inflammation and other chronic diseases

-Dr. Aviva’s research backed supplement recommendations for women’s health

-Herbs and spices to incorporate for reducing inflammation, improving digestion and supporting metabolism

-The connection between hormone balance and mental health when it comes to thyroid issues, depression and more

-How to determine when to use pharmaceuticals vs. natural remedies for resolving hormone issues

-Deceptiveness in the wellness space that you need to be aware of on your healing journey

-Dr. Aviva’s experience home birthing and raising her 4 kids in the early days of attachment parenting

-The self care that helped Dr. Aviva finally improve a long term sleep issue

If you are looking for guidance from an expert who has spent decades in women’s health and understands the demands and realities of mom life, you’ll love this conversation with Dr. Aviva. Her accessible and judgement-free approach is refreshing and much needed in the health and wellness world. Press play for real talk on what you need to know when it comes to balancing your hormones!

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This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.