Realistic Healthy Living

About Realistic Healthy Living

This podcast is where people can find straightforward information supporting them as they work towards their health goals. I provide a realistic, practical approach to healthier lifestyle choices and to tackling common dietary challenges. I’m Shani, your host and a certified nutrition professional. I work with people seeking to look and feel better, providing realistic, safe and practical solutions to reach their nutritional goals without giving up their favourite foods.

Publisher

Lemon Tree Nutrition

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 May 2023

Latest episode

21 Feb 2025

Latest episodes

13 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Feb 2025

   Guest: The Life of a Track Athlete

   My guest today is Nicole, who is, among many other wonderful things, a Track and field athlete. Because I’m a nutritionist, I’m fascinated by the role of nutrition in athletes. I believe we can learn from anyone we decide to listen to, so I love learning about athletes’ food intake, the struggles they may experience, and other facts they are willing to share that expand my view and help me understand more about my profession. And that’s exactly what my conversation is about with Nicole.

2. 

   23 Jul 2024

   How to Succeed with Fat Loss

   You know it - To lose fat, we must be in a caloric deficit. But that is not what you wanted to hear. What you want to know is how to overcome all the less favourable things that people think come with being in a caloric deficit: Feeling hungry, being miserable, not being able to eat what you love most, doing cardio 7 times a week, feeling alienated from people throughout the process, etc… In my nutrition consulting business, I see over and over again that those who practice the following two key points, will not only reach their goals but will maintain them too. I hope that after listening to this short episode, you will feel more empowered to start or continue with your fat loss goal, should you have one. Lemon Tree Nutrition (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/) Connect with me: info@LemonTreeNutrition.ca (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/contact/) Resources: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-antidepressant-diet/202207/patience-necessary-skill-weight-loss-success (https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-antidepressant-diet/202207/patience-necessary-skill-weight-loss-success)

3. 

   10 Jul 2024

   Guest: Biking, Mindfulness & Nutrition

   My guest today is Shauna, a competitive mountain biker, mum, wife, writer and a business owner as a life & health coach. Shauna shares with us how nutrition played a role in her life as an athlete and shifted as her needs and preferences changed. Whether you are interested in taking on healthier choices or have other personal physical goals, I highly recommend listening to this episode as there are some great insights and useful tips. My website: ⁠Lemon Tree Nutrition⁠ (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/) Connect with me: ⁠info@LemonTreeNutrition.ca⁠ (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/contact/) Social media: ⁠Instagram⁠ (https://www.instagram.com/lemon_tree_nutrition/) ⁠Facebook⁠ (https://www.facebook.com/lemontreenutritionconsulting) ⁠Tiktok⁠ (https://www.tiktok.com/@realistichealthyliving) Shauna's website: https://www.scribblywisdom.ca/ (https://www.scribblywisdom.ca/) Resources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14998709/ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14998709/) https://www.psychologytoday.com (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/flourish/200912/seeing-is-believing-the-power-visualization)

4. 

   16 Apr 2024

   What If I Don't Like Exercising?

   If you are one of those who cringe when they hear the word ‘exercise’ for any reason, or if you are okay with exercising but there seems to be some kind of a personal struggle attached to this concept that doesn’t allow you to keep consistent, this episode is for you. Join me for an episode that raises common struggles with exercising, and some realistic, practical solutions to these. Lemon Tree Nutrition (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/) Connect with me: info@LemonTreeNutrition.ca (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/contact/) Social media: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lemon_tree_nutrition/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/lemontreenutritionconsulting) Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@realistichealthyliving) Resources: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/physical-activity (https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/physical-activity) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1424733/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1424733/) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15838583/ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15838583/) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7288608/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7288608/) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5666622/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5666622/) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5928534/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5928534/) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6431367/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6431367/) https://www.health.harvard.edu/topics/exercise-and-fitness (https://www.health.harvard.edu/topics/exercise-and-fitness) https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/being-active/physical-activity-your-health.html (https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/being-active/physical-activity-your-health.html)

5. 

   10 Jan 2024

   Vegetarian & Vegan Diets - What to Know

   It seems like way too many people are not sure what exactly are the vegetarian and vegan diets, the difference between them and what people eat when they follow these diets. Maybe you know someone who is considering these diets and you want to support them better. In this episode, I provide simple, straightforward information and give you 5 important points to know about these diets that can help you be better informed, so you can decide if it is something you may want to pursue or how to support a loved one who is considering these diets. In this episode, I discuss the following 5 points: Weight management Saturated fats Fibre Life cycle Ethical & environmental impact Resources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15702597/ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15702597/) https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/fats/saturated-fats (https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/fats/saturated-fats) https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/the-truth-about-fats-bad-and-good (https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/the-truth-about-fats-bad-and-good) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20071648/ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20071648/) __________________________ https://lemontreenutrition.ca/ (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/) info@LemonTreeNutrition.ca #Vegetarian #vegan #diet #Lifestyle

6. 

   18 Sept 2023

   The 3 most common questions you are not asking

   In this episode, I am going to address the top 3 common concerns most of you have but feel uncomfortable saying out loud when it comes to weight loss or working on changing your body composition. My concern is, that although many of you have a certain nutritional goal, you will end up deciding not to do anything about it, just because you are not aware of the answers to these three concerns. So I’m here to help. And I hope this episode will eliminate a certain objection you may have when thinking of working towards a nutritional goal. For inquiries: info@LemonTreeNutrion.ca Lemon Tree Nutrition (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/) Articles: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555906/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555906/) https://uconnruddcenter.org/research/food-marketing/ (https://uconnruddcenter.org/research/food-marketing/) https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/superfoods/ (https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/superfoods/) https://www.mintel.com/press-centre/super-growth-for-super-foods-new-product-development-shoots-up-202-globally-over-the-past-five-years/ (https://www.mintel.com/press-centre/super-growth-for-super-foods-new-product-development-shoots-up-202-globally-over-the-past-five-years/) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8868247/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8868247/)

7. 

   23 Aug 2023

   Guest: From slim-built to muscly & healthy

   Jordan is a 42-year-old man who decided to transform his body composition and invest in his long-term health. He kindly agreed to share with us his personal experience, valuable insights and some great tips on goals, motivation, discipline, and more. After my chat with Jordan, I will share some of my thoughts about a topic I extracted from our chat. For inquiries: info@LemonTreeNutrition.ca Lemon Tree Nutrition (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/) Articles: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-much-protein-do-you-need-every-day-201506188096# (https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-much-protein-do-you-need-every-day-201506188096#)

8. 

   11 Aug 2023

   Sleep, Weight & Health

   Why is sleep important? Can sleep deprivation affect our weight? In this episode, I talk about the importance of sleep and provide 10 things you could do to improve your sleep. Why should you look into that, you may ask? Because sleep is fundamental to human health and well-being and impacts every aspect of our lives. It is crucial for physical health, cognitive function, emotional well-being, productivity, and performance. I cannot overstate the significance of getting good quality and quantity of sleep. All links to sources are on my website: LemonTreeNutrition.ca (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/) For inquiries: info@LemonTreeNutrition.ca Articles and resources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25535358/ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25535358/) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4049314/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4049314/) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18564298/ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18564298/) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6751071/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6751071/) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3767932/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3767932/) https://nigms.nih.gov/education/fact-sheets/Pages/circadian-rhythms.aspx (https://nigms.nih.gov/education/fact-sheets/Pages/circadian-rhythms.aspx#:~:text=%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8BWhat%20are%20circadian,animals%2C%20plants%2C%20and%20microbes) https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/public-education/brain-basics/brain-basics-understanding-sleep (https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/public-education/brain-basics/brain-basics-understanding-sleep) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nm1TxQj9IsQ&t=4s (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nm1TxQj9IsQ&t=4s) https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/melatonin-what-you-need-to-know (https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/melatonin-what-you-need-to-know) https://www.proquest.com/openview/799eb1dfdb388d6ed01f8c02abd7af6d/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=30130 (https://www.proquest.com/openview/799eb1dfdb388d6ed01f8c02abd7af6d/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=30130) https://www.wm.edu/offices/sportsmedicine/_documents/sleep-manual (https://www.wm.edu/offices/sportsmedicine/_documents/sleep-manual) https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/what-is-diabetes/prediabetes-insulin-resistance (https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/what-is-diabetes/prediabetes-insulin-resistance#:~:text=Insulin%20resistance%20is%20when%20cells,help%20glucose%20enter%20your%20cells) https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/blue-light-has-a-dark-side (https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/blue-light-has-a-dark-side) https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/weekend-catch-up-sleep-wont-fix-the-effects-of-sleep-deprivation-on-your-waistline-2019092417861 (https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/weekend-catch-up-sleep-wont-fix-the-effects-of-sleep-deprivation-on-your-waistline-2019092417861)

9. 

   20 Jul 2023

   Guest: Overeating & Food Addiction Struggles

   In this episode, I am chatting with James, a man in his late 40s who has been struggling with food addiction for a while now. He openly talks about different hurdles in his life and what brought him to where he’s at today. James shares with us some of his personal thoughts and life events that you may find very relatable. After my chat with James, I share some important facts to keep in mind about the subject of food addiction. I also provide 3 things that can be done to support a person who has a food addiction. For inquiries: info@LemonTreeNutrition.ca⁠ (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/) ⁠Lemon Tree Nutrition (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/) Articles & resources to support this episode: https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2015/10/biology-addiction (https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2015/10/biology-addiction) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6770567/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6770567/) https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/t1/tbl1/en/tv.action?pid=1310046501 (https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/t1/tbl1/en/tv.action?pid=1310046501) https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S000291652203177X?via%3Dihub (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S000291652203177X?via%3Dihub) https://www.npr.org/2022/03/31/1090009509/addiction-how-to-break-the-cycle-and-find-balance#:~:text=A%20dopamine%20hit%20brings%20about,%E2%80%93%20food%2C%20water%2C%20shelter (https://www.npr.org/2022/03/31/1090009509/addiction-how-to-break-the-cycle-and-find-balance#:~:text=A%20dopamine%20hit%20brings%20about,%E2%80%93%20food%2C%20water%2C%20shelter). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3JLaF_4Tz8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3JLaF_4Tz8)

10. 

    31 May 2023

    Guest: Trauma, Grief and Health

    In this episode, I am chatting with Sara. Sara and I initially intended to chat about diabetes, yet this episode quickly turned into talking about something else. An intricate pathway which led Sara to where she is today has impacted her health and she openly and beautifully talks about it. This episode is yet another reminder that there may be some events in our lives that could most likely turn into underlying triggers and translate into health challenges later on in life. Sara, now in her late 50s, expresses quite a few invaluable points that will remind us all of the interesting and complex collaboration between the body and mind. LemonTreeNutrition.ca info@LemonTreeNutrition.ca Lemon Tree Nutrition (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/)

11. 

    24 May 2023

    Guest: A Fitness Competition at 38

    Today my guest is Stacey who joined a fitness competition when she was in her late 30s and as a mother to a very young child. Stacey shares with us parts of her personal experience as a competitor and provides some valuable tips. Whether you are considering joining such a competition or simply intrigued by this fascinating world, this episode is a treat. As this podcast is about realistic healthy living, even if a fitness competition is not down your alley, I highly recommend listening to it as there are some great insights about the overall thought process, nutrition and mindset. Lemon Tree Nutrition (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/)

12. 

    23 May 2023

    What is a Realistic Healthy Lifestyle

    What does healthy living means to you? What does that concept trigger in your head? A healthy lifestyle can mean different things to everyone. For some, it may be perceived as something unattainable thinking that such a lifestyle is too difficult to maintain. While for some, it is already a part of what they practice regularly. I personally think that there is some kind of an ideology behind the concept of a healthy lifestyle which makes it sound almost intimidating. So in my practice as a nutrition professional, I always put emphasis on realistic solutions. Let’s admit it, life is already challenging, so why make it more with choices that sound great on paper but may not be practical? Because a healthy lifestyle is such a wide term, I thought that maybe I should dedicate the very first episode to my take on the basics of realistic healthy living. I have come up with what I think to be the top 7 components of healthy living. These of course can be broken down into further files and folders but my intent is to keep it simple for now. The following 7 components can serve as general points that we all could look into and see if a modification is in order. Whatever you decide to do, please check with your doctor first. Lemon Tree Nutrition (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/)

13. 

    23 May 2023

    What to expect from the RHL podcast

    Thank you for being here! This short intro will let you know exactly what to expect from this podcast. I am excited to share some helpful, safe and researched information that can support and encourage you as you pursue a healthier lifestyle. If you wish to support me and my podcast,  it is easy, simple and free: Please click the 'follow' or 'subscribe' button and if you wish, please share it with anyone that could possibly benefit from it. Lemon Tree Nutrition (https://lemontreenutrition.ca/) For inquiries: info@LemonTreeNutrition.ca The information provided in this podcast should not be taken as personal advice to you. Always check with your doctor prior to making any modification to your behaviour, lifestyle, nutrition etc. Lemon Tree Nutrition, its owner and founder is not responsible for any action taken by the listeners.

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