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With our clients asking us about weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Mounajro, and Wegovy, we decided to share our thoughts. In a nutshell, these drugs WORK in congruence to diet and exercise, but does that mean everyone should take them? Are they the "cheat code" to weight loss? Our goal for this episode to is be both objective about the science and honest about our feelings. These are such new drugs, and our opinions are subject to change overtime. We hope these video gives you some insight from two nutrition professionals who talk about the physical, mental, and emotional impact of weight every day with over thousands of clients. Expect to Learn: ... differences between Ozempic® , Wegovy® , and Mounajro® ... how the drugs work for weight loss and diabetes management ...who the meds are for ...a brief history of weight loss drugs ....the intrinsic mechanisms our bodies use to fight weight loss (& why many people regain weight after any kind of fat loss) ....the negative impact weight loss drugs have on beauty standards when abused ...our concerns about "black market" drugs ...the importance of eating protein and staying hydrated on a weight loss drug ... And much more! To work 1:1 with a registered dietitian, schedule an initial consultation on our website: https://www.orlandodietitian.com Kait's Interview with Dr. Nikita Shah, DO & Obesity Medicine Specialist: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0htc... Follow us on Instagram: Nutrition Awareness: https://www.instagram.com/nutrition.a... Kait Richardson, RD: https://www.instagram.com/kaitrichard... Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

When you're trying to make a big change to your health, diet, or fitness, it can be challenging to stick up for yourself in situations when no one else is on the same page. To help you self-advocate, we're sharing inspiring stores and tips to help YOU self-advocate when it's tricky. We discuss how to.... Stick to your guns when your partner isn't on board Know if a certain exercise or eating pattern is no longer serving you Bust excuses like having to drink with clients for work Recognize and respond peer pressure Boundaries Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness and @kaitrichardsonrd Interested in being coached for a future podcast episode with Kait? E-mail kait@orlandodietitian.com with your diet goals for more information. Want to work with one of our dietitians? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Should we be concerned about good vs bad cholesterol? Are eggs OK to eat? Must we go vegan to improve our heart health? All the questions answered and more on today's podcast! Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness and @kaitrichardsonrd Interested in being coached for a future podcast episode with Kait? E-mail kait@orlandodietitian.com with your diet goals for more information. Want to work with one of our dietitians? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

In our practice, we hear countless stories of people who live with a gym rat or health nut, causing them to feel inadequate about their own health journeys. Oftentimes, the health nut it is a spouse or romantic partner who means well- they want their #1 to be the healthiest version of themselves! Unfortunately, the pressure backfires leaving the other individual stuck in a unhealthy pattern of dieting followed by binge eating, lying about skipped workouts, and feeling hopeless. Kait and Megan, both Registered Dietitians, share stories and strategies they used with their clients who have been in a similar situation. Take what you need and leave what you don't. Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness and @kaitrichardsonrd Interested in being coached for a future podcast episode with Kait? E-mail kait@orlandodietitian.com with your diet goals for more information. Want to work with one of our dietitians? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Megan is back on the pod to chat with fellow registered dietitian Kait about predicted wellness and eating trends in 2023. The duo share their thoughts on.. Green powders Cycle syncing Gut health trends Pilates Plant-based meat alternatives Mocktails and non-alcoholic spirits Keto Fasting & more! Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness and @kaitrichardsonrd Interested in being coached for a future podcast episode with Kait? E-mail kait@orlandodietitian.com with your diet goals for more information. Want to work with one of our dietitians? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Obesity Medicine Doctor & Founder of Weight Sense Lake Nona Dr. Nikita Shah (@nikitashahdo)  joins Registered Dietitian Kait Richardson to discuss the science of obesity, powerful medications she uses in her practice to help her patients reach desired health outcomes, and why maintaining a healthy diet matters (both on & off the medications). Learn more about Dr. Nikita Shah on her website: https://weight-sense.com Follow Nutrition Awareness on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Follow Kait Richardson, RD on Instagram: @kaitrichardsonrd Interested in being coached for a future podcast episode with Kait? E-mail kait@orlandodietitian.com with your diet goals for more information. Want to work with us? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait is a Registered Dietitian, not a licensed therapist or medical doctor. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Discussing weight & body image with kids and teens can feel like a slippery slope. In this episode, Kait and Allie discuss: Concerns of parents in body image changes during adolescence? What is “normal”? How girls who mature early have been found to have more eatings problems and poor body image than their peers Eating disorder characteristics: what to look out for  & what to do next Suggestions on how to talk to your child or teen if their overweight + what to do next Parents' roles in adolescents success & more! Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Interested in being coached for a future podcast episode with Kait? E-mail kait@orlandodietitian.com with your diet goals for more information. Want to work with us? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Allie are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

In this interactive episode, Registered Dietitian Kait Richardson discusses.. Why having a goal or a vision isn't enough to keep you motivated for the long haul The importance of having an action plan that caters to YOU and YOUR lifestyle How knowing your personal values can help you stay driven to reach your goals How to identify your values and leverage them to create an action plan you can stick to Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness and @kaitrichardsonrd Interested in being coached for a future podcast episode with Kait? E-mail kait@orlandodietitian.com with your diet goals for more information. Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects 5-10% of women. Learn from a registered dietitian what PCOS is, as well as... Why women with PCOS have trouble losing weight The importance of regulating blood sugars with PCOS Why gut health matters for hormone imbalances Which foods eat more of when you have PCOS How to manage carbs and sugar Recommended supplements for PCOS Suggestions for exercise The relationship between stress & PCOS Be sure to listen to Episode 129. How Stress Hormones Increase Belly Fat Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness and @kaitrichardsonrd Interested in being coached for a future podcast episode with Kait? E-mail kait@orlandodietitian.com with your diet goals for more information. Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

It's no secret that stress is bad for you, but is it also keeping you from losing weight & feeling your best? In this episode, Registered Dietitian Kait Richardson discusses.. A brief lesson on the physiology of the stress hormone cortisol How cortisol levels increase blood sugars, increasing risk of insulin resistance Why stress can be the root cause of autoimmune conditions of the gut such as IBS The link between belly fat and cortisol Practical diet and lifestyle tips to decrease stress levels Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness and @kaitrichardsonrd Interested in being coached for a future podcast episode with Kait? E-mail kait@orlandodietitian.com with your diet goals for more information. Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

It's normal to lose your appetite after going through a breakup, mourning a loved one, or recovering from emotional stress, but what happens when it goes too far?  Registered Dietitians Kait & Allie discuss why you shouldn't compliment someone's weight loss if you don't know their backstory, why you need to seek internal validation instead of external validation on social media, and how to stay nourished when you're too stressed to eat. Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Apply for the Daily Accountability Program on our website: www.orlandodietitian.com/daily-accountability-program Want to work with a dietitian? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait, Megan, and Allie are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Registered Dietitians Kait & Allie discuss how to talk to your teen about healthy snacking + yummy ideas they’ll love. Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Apply for the Daily Accountability Program on our website: www.orlandodietitian.com/daily-accountability-program Want to work with a dietitian? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait, Megan, and Allie are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Whether you've been diagnosed with hypothyroid or Hashimotos, or have a family history and want to reduce your risk of unwanted symptoms, Registered Dietitian Kait walks you through the importance of diet for thyroid health. We discuss gluten, goitrogens, gut health, supplements, and so much more.  Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Apply for the Daily Accountability Program on our website: www.orlandodietitian.com/daily-accountability-program Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Phasing your diet and exercise along with your menstrual cycle can help you relieve symptoms, stay on track while you're PMSing, and    feel your best no matter what time of the month. Registered Dietitian Kait shares diet tips you can implement today to feel better. Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Apply for the Daily Accountability Program on our website: www.orlandodietitian.com/daily-accountability-program Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Registered Dietitians Kait & Megan discuss why planning healthy, self-induced challenges can help you rely less on food for pleasure. They share ideas on how to better control your unwanted eating habits while adding more meaning and purpose to your healthy lifestyle! Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Apply for the Daily Accountability Program on our website: www.orlandodietitian.com/daily-accountability-program Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Does a visit to your childhood home or your parent's house send you off the rails when it comes to food? Inspired by own experiences and nutrition clients, we're discussing the importance of self-awareness when it comes to eating around your family. Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Apply for the Daily Accountability Program on our website: www.orlandodietitian.com/daily-accountability-program Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

If you're the kind of person who thrives with a plan, do you also fly off the rails when life throws you curveballs? On today's episode, we're offering tips on how to stay the course with your health, diet, and weight loss goals under less-than-perfect conditions. Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Apply for the Daily Accountability Program on our website: www.orlandodietitian.com/daily-accountability-program Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

No matter your goals, these are 6 diet tips we'd give to 99.9% of our clients. Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Apply for the Daily Accountability Program on our website: www.orlandodietitian.com/daily-accountability-program Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

Ever think to check the ingredients in your alcoholic seltzers or drinks? We did so you don't have to! Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness This episode was not sponsored, but our friend Kyle at Canteen gave us samples of their vodka soda's to try before recording this episode. It's 0 carb, 0 sugar, 0 sodium and 99 calories, sweetened with monk fruit extract and essential oils of fruit juice. If you have questions about where to find Canteen, you can message him on IG @kmarshall2525. Apply for the Daily Accountability Program on our website: www.orlandodietitian.com/daily-accountability-program Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support

On thie episode, we're poppin' off- no Celcius tab ;)  Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness Apply for the Daily Accountability Program on our website www.orlandodietitian.com/daily-accountability-program Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nutritionawareness/support