Essence of Health Tea Time

Essence of Health Tea Time

by Shayla Toombs-Withers, DO

Alternative Health Medicine Nutrition

Season 1

The Tea About Food Addiction

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Does the thought of chocolate, cookies, or potato chips make you salivate? In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea on the phenomenon of Food Addiction and how certain ingredients found commonly in processed food contribute to our most common chronic diseases. Synopsis: Discover the connection between Food Addiction and Substance Use Disorder. Learn the 3 ingredients you should aim to limit in your diet. Discuss the connection between the cost of food and the cost of chronic disease. Learn healthful ways to overcome Food Addiction. Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment to TeaTimeEOH@gmail.com and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email. Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com. The Essence of Health is in You!

The Tea On Fueling Your Body To Health with Guest Zsa-Zsa Porter - Part 1

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Plants can be used to fuel your body to achieve incredible goals! In part #1 of this TWO PART episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be chatting with Zsa-Zsa Porter, Plant Based Triathlete, Restaurateur, Military Wife, Mom and Author, and they will be spilling the tea on fueling your body to health with plants. Zsa-Zsa is on a mission to encourage women and young girls to dream big and reach for the stars. Zsa-Zsa’s story reminds us that Anything is Possible. Sharing her failures and lessons learned she wants to guide others with her story. It’s this burning desire to positively impact her community which led her to open Exposed Vegan. As a restaurateur, Zsa-Zsa created a West Charlotte hotspot, serving fresh and nourishing plant-based cuisine. Let her show you her proven method of a well-planned vegan diet that can fuel the highest performance fitness levels, while reducing risks of injury and chronic diseases. She is the author of “Running For My Life.” In this book, Zsa-Zsa shares several easy-to-follow recipes, nutritional tips, and a customizable food journal to help you kickstart your new healthy lifestyle. Part 1 Synopsis: Zsa-Zsa discusses how she and her family have overcome health conditions by adopting a plant based diet. Zsa-Zsa gives us the tea on the foods she eats to fuel her body through several full distance triathlon races completing a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, and 26.2 mile run all in the same day, fueled by plants. Dr. Toombs-Withers and Zsa-Zsa discuss the importance of finding your why in accomplishing a goal and Zsa-Zsa gives us a heartfelt, inspiring message as she shares the why behind her most recent race, Ironman Cozumel. Ways to Connect with Zsa-Zsa Porter: –Exposed Vegan: https://www.exposedvegan.com/ –”Running For My Life”: https://a.co/d/8fg8ioT –Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expvegan –Instagram: @expvegan; @zsazsaporter ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment to TeaTimeEOH@gmail.com and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email. Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com. The Essence of Health is in You!

The Tea On Fueling Your Body To Health with Guest Zsa-Zsa Porter - Part 2

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Plants can be used to fuel your body to achieve incredible goals! In part #2 of this TWO PART episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be chatting with Zsa-Zsa Porter, Plant Based Triathlete, Restaurateur, Military Wife, Mom and Author, and they will be spilling the tea on fueling your body to health with plants. Zsa-Zsa is on a mission to encourage women and young girls to dream big and reach for the stars. Zsa-Zsa’s story reminds us that Anything is Possible. Sharing her failures and lessons learned she wants to guide others with her story. It’s this burning desire to positively impact her community which led her to open Exposed Vegan. As a restaurateur, Zsa-Zsa created a West Charlotte hotspot, serving fresh and nourishing plant-based cuisine. Let her show you her proven method of a well-planned vegan diet that can fuel the highest performance fitness levels, while reducing risks of injury and chronic diseases. She is the author of “Running For My Life.” In this book, Zsa-Zsa shares several easy-to-follow recipes, nutritional tips, and a customizable food journal to help you kickstart your new healthy lifestyle. Part 2 Synopsis: Zsa-Zsa discusses how she fueled her body to the finish line of two full distance Ironman triathlon races within just a 6 day timeframe. Zsa-Zsa gives us the tea on how her restaurant has served as a beacon of health to her community. Dr. Toombs-Withers and Zsa-Zsa discuss the importance of using food to heal your body as well as some key components to endurance training recovery. Ways to Connect with Zsa-Zsa Porter: –Exposed Vegan: https://www.exposedvegan.com/ –”Running For My Life”: https://a.co/d/8fg8ioT –Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expvegan –Instagram: @expvegan; @zsazsaporter ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment to TeaTimeEOH@gmail.com and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email. Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com. The Essence of Health is in You!

The Tea On Setting & Achieving Health Goals

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! This is our last podcast episode of 2022. Have you made your New Year Resolutions for 2023? This episode is all about setting and achieving goals! –Synopsis: Discover how setting goals are helpful in making meaningful change in our health. Learn the fundamental components of setting an achievable goal. Learn how to overcome those challenges that keep us from achieving our goals. In the Ask The Expert Segment, get the “sugary tea” on how to reduce sweet cravings. Don’t miss our first FREE, Live, Interactive Webinar Event of 2023, “New Year Jumpstart - 5 Daily Habits to Reach Your Health Goals This Year!” This event will be held on Tuesday, 1/17/2023 at 7:30pm EST. Register TODAY at https://essenceofhealth.link/New-Year-Jumpstart Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment to TeaTimeEOH@gmail.com and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email. Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com. The Essence of Health is in You!

The Tea on Diet And Musculoskeletal Inflammation

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! This is the time of year for making new health goals which likely includes exercising more which may lead to inflammation within your muscles or joints. This episode is all about how what you put on your plate can increase your risk for inflammatory conditions! –Synopsis: Discover the most common chronic inflammatory conditions including Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus and Gout. Learn more in depth information about what causes these conditions and if you are at increased risk for the development of one or more of these conditions. Learn how to eat in a way that not only prevents the development of these inflammatory conditions, but also in a way that reduces inflammation. In the Ask The Expert Segment, get the “orange and spicy tea” on turmeric and how it can help with inflammation. Don’t miss our first FREE, Live, Interactive Webinar Event of 2023, “New Year Jumpstart - 5 Daily Habits to Reach Your Health Goals This Year!” This event will be held on Tuesday, 1/17/2023 at 7:30pm EST. Register TODAY at https://essenceofhealth.link/New-Year-Jumpstart Interested in trying Beet Boost, you can purchase it here: https://essenceofhealth.link/beet-boost Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com. The Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for medical care with your personal physician. Information obtained on this podcast should not be used to diagnose nor treat any health condition. The Essence of Health is in You!

The Tea on Vitamin and Nutrient Deficiency with Guest Dr. Judy Brangman

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Ever wondered if the food you consume is sufficiently providing you with enough vitamins and nutrients? In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be chatting with Dr. Judy Brangman, Lifestyle Medicine Physician Hospitalist, and they will be spilling the tea on how to ensure that you are getting a sufficient amount of vitamins and nutrients in your diet. Synopsis: Discover fact versus myth regarding nutrient deficiency in a plant based diet. Learn what vitamins you should routinely take as supplements. Learn what blood tests you should have your doctor check before taking a supplement. Discover what specific foods can be consumed to make sure you are getting the nutrients that you need. Learn more about the field of Lifestyle Medicine and how this practice of medicine could help to improve your health beyond traditional healthcare. Ways to Connect with Dr. Judy Brangman: –Website: https://www.theplantbasedmd.com –Facebook: The Plant Based MD –Instagram: @theplantbasedmd ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Don’t miss our first FREE, Live, Interactive Webinar Event of 2023, “New Year Jumpstart - 5 Daily Habits to Reach Your Health Goals This Year!” This event will be held on Tuesday, 1/17/2023 at 7:30pm EST. Register TODAY at https://essenceofhealth.link/New-Year-Jumpstart Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com. The Essence of Health is in You!

The Tea On Starting A Plan For Healthy Nourishment

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Have you avoided changing your diet due to concerns about the challenge this change may present for you? In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be chatting with Yaqutullah Ibraheem Muhammed, Nutritionist and Recipe Developer, and they will be spilling the tea on practical tips to get you started with a new, healthier way of eating. Synopsis: Discover some quick and easy ways to get more plants on your plate. Learn how having the right resources and community can play an important part in successful achievement of your health goals. Discover how to get a healthy meal even if you don’t enjoy cooking. Learn what staples you should always have on hand to create a healthy meal. Ways to Connect with Yaqutullah: https://www.instagram.com/nutritionprescriptions https://linktr.ee/Resilient.rdn.nutriscripts ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com. The Essence of Health is in You!

The Tea About Medication Assisted Weight Loss

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Have you heard the hype about the weight loss medications on the market? Wondering if they are safe and effective? In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea on the FDA approved medications available for the treatment of Obesity. Synopsis: We’ll review the science of Obesity and the important statistics of obesity in America. Discover how multiple factors play a role in Obesity and the shift of healthcare to be more weight inclusive. Learn about the currently FDA approved medications for the treatment of Obesity, how they work to actually promote weight loss and how much weight you can expect to lose on these medications. Discover the importance of choosing an expert for the treatment of obesity and how this choice can impact your health. Get the “skinny tea” on some supplements that can be used to aid in weight loss in our Ask The Expert segment. –Article “Why clinicians need to be weight inclusive.”: https://essenceofhealth.link/weight-inclusive-article –Find a Board Certified Obesity Medicine Doctor: https://essenceofhealth.link/ABOM-obesityphysiciansearch –Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert –Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! –Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book –Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth –Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com. The Essence of Health is in You!

The Tea On Gluten Free

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Have you ever tried a Gluten Free Diet in hopes of weight loss or other health benefits? In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea on gluten free! Synopsis: What is gluten and why is it in our diet? What health conditions may warrant a gluten free diet? Can a gluten free diet be harmful? How to consume a healthy gluten free diet? Get the “loose leaf, wheat free tea” on the difference between a wheat allergy and Celiac Disease in our Ask The Expert segment. –Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert –Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! –Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book –Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth –Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com. The Essence of Health is in You!

The Tea On Making Tough Decisions For Your Health

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Have you ever wondered if work life balance truly exists? In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea with guest Laurel Rutledge, MBA. Laurel is a former, long term corporate executive and she shares her story about how she made the tough decision to leave her corporate job and chose her health as her top priority. Synopsis: Discover the importance of having the appropriate resources in the form of mentors to help you make tough decisions. Learn how to recognize when it may be time to make an important decision regarding changing the dynamics of your work/life relationship. Discover how the stress and challenges of your career may contribute to health challenges. Hear Laurel’s story about how she faced Diabetes, Body Dysmorphia, Disordered Eating, and Chronic Fatigue while being at the height of her corporate career. Learn steps that you can take to make the big leap into choosing to prioritize your health and self love over your career. Discover tips to get your health back on track after overcoming tough challenges. About Laurel Rutledge, MBA: Laurel Rutledge, Chief Navigation Officer is a former Senior HR Executive with global, multi-industry experience. Laurel has built teams and departments, led large-scale projects, and coached individuals from the plant floor to the boardroom. With a background in people strategy and analytics, internal audit, consulting, and risk management, she knows that it takes both people and strategy to build a business or career. Laurel holds a B.S in Accounting from the University of Houston-Downtown, and MBA from Indiana University-Bloomington/ESADE - Barcelona and multiple certifications. She hosts “The Rutledge Perspective”, a weekly live radio show and pre-recorded podcast and “Alignment, Vision, Action” on Fireside. Ways to connect with Laurel Rutledge, MBA: Website: https://laurelrutledge.com/ Instagram: @laurel.k.rutledge ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- –Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert –Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! –Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book –Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth –Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com. The Essence of Health is in You!

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