3305: Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Omega 3 Fatty Acids by Danielle Omar of Food Confidence
24/02/2026 | 10min
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Episode 3305:
Danielle Omar breaks down the essentials of omega 3 fatty acids, explaining their structure, the different types (ALA, EPA, and DHA), and why they're crucial for brain, heart, and joint health. You'll also learn which foods to prioritize and how to get enough omega 3s through simple daily choices that support overall well-being.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://foodconfidence.com/2018/11/16/everything-youve-ever-wanted-to-know-about-omega-3-fatty-acids/
Quotes to ponder:
"Long story short, omega 3 fatty acids are essential polyunsaturated fats."
"EPA supports your body in a ton of different ways. Getting enough EPA is super important for brain health and decreasing inflammation."
"Omega 3s support heart health in some major ways! They can reduce triglycerides and blood pressure, increase HDL ('good') cholesterol, and help prevent plaque build up in your arteries."
Episode references:
USDA FoodData Central (Omega-3 Content of Foods): https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Recommended Daily Intake for Omega 3s (NIH): https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Omega3FattyAcids-Consumer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3304: How to Use A Holistic Weight Loss Approach for Long Term Success by Elly McGuinness on Long-Term Healthy Habits
23/02/2026 | 9min
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Episode 3304:
Elly McGuinness breaks down why traditional weight loss advice often falls short, arguing for a more balanced, holistic approach that goes far beyond just diet and exercise. By addressing mindset, sleep, stress, and relationships alongside physical health, she outlines a more sustainable path to long-term success and true well-being.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ellymcguinness.com/blog/holistic-weight-loss/
Quotes to ponder:
"Your body is essentially a safety first, satisfaction second machine."
"Employing a more holistic weight loss approach will help you reach your goals, including those beyond weight loss."
"Any type of exercise can form a piece of your weight loss jigsaw." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3303: Should You Share Your Goals or Not by Victoria Jung with Free Form Fitness on When to Keep Goals Private
22/02/2026 | 8min
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Episode 3303:
Victoria Jung explores the surprising psychology behind goal sharing, revealing how announcing your intentions might either boost your progress or sabotage it. By shifting focus from simply declaring end goals to sharing structured action steps and updates, you can harness community support while keeping your motivation alive.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://freeformfitness.ca/should-you-share-your-goals-or-not/
Quotes to ponder:
"By speaking your goals out loud, your brain believes that you have achieved it."
"Participants who shared their goal and their progress on Twitter lost more weight than those who did not."
"Instead of your brain hearing the final goal, it hears a blueprint and a plan to achieve a goal."
Episode references:
Journal of Translational Behavioral Medicine: https://link.springer.com/journal/13142 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3302: A Savings Strategy that Works by Derick Van Ness of Big Life Financial on Long-Term Wealth Building
22/02/2026 | 8min
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Episode 3302:
Derick Van Ness breaks down the truth behind why so many people fail to save money, even those earning six figures, and reveals a simple, actionable strategy to break the cycle. By shifting focus from spending to consistently saving first, you'll build lasting financial habits and a real safety net for the future.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://biglifefinancial.com/2017-12-11-a-savings-strategy-that-works/
Quotes to ponder:
"Simply put, saving needs to be a first priority and a conscious effort or it rarely works."
"The difference between financial success and a double digit bank account is NOT about how much money you make."
"Bottom line: you have to SAVE FIRST and learn to live on the rest." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3301: Understand Food Labels And Identify Diet Killers by Dr. Scott Schrieber with DIY Active on Spotting Misleading Labels
21/02/2026 | 8min
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Episode 3301:
Dr. Scott Schreiber breaks down how food labels are often misleading and outdated, showing how serving sizes, calorie counts, and nutrient listings can trick even the health-conscious shopper. With recent label updates and the right knowledge, you’ll learn how to spot hidden diet killers and make smarter, more empowered food choices.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://diyactive.com/how-to-read-food-labels-and-identify-diet-killers/
Quotes to ponder:
"Be sure to look at this, oftentimes, the serving sizes are made intentionally small to make the product appear healthier than it actually is."
"Total fat is not indicative of poor health and, in fact, the opposite is true."
"Calories are in bolder type. This is helpful, but weight management is not about the calories, it is more about where they came from." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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