Wake Up and Read the Labels!

About Wake Up and Read the Labels!

Wake Up and Read the Labels is your guide to eating simple and feeling good. If you want to eat clean and feel your best, you’re in the right place. Join us each week as we talk about real ingredients, ethical brands, and the stories of people just like you who woke up and read the labels.

Publisher

Jen Smiley

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Apr 2022

Latest episode

29 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

152 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Jul 2025

   This Chip Changes Everything: Clean Ingredients, Big Mission

   Can a chip company actually make a difference in your health—and in the world? Sarah Tanus, founder of Tatemada, thinks so. In this episode, she shares how she built a clean-label snack brand rooted in tradition, purpose, and real ingredients. From nixtamalization to avoiding inflammatory oils, Sarah explains how her chips and salsas deliver bold flavor without compromise—and why consumers should care about what goes into their favorite snacks. Key Takeaways:Tatemada chips are oven-baked, never fried in seed or inflammatory oilsMade from whole nixtamalized corn, not processed corn flour or fillersNo preservatives or artificial ingredients — just real, recognizable foodThe nixtamalization process enhances flavor, nutrition, and digestionSalsas contain 5 ingredients or less, like tomatoes, peppers, garlic, and pink saltOnly use non-GMO citric acid when needed to maintain safe pHWoman-owned and B Corp certified, with a mission to support rural women farmersAvailable at Sprouts, Whole Foods (Southwest), select Costco locations, and more 🔗 Mentioned in the Episode:Tatemada – chips, tostadas, and salsas made with clean ingredientsUse Code “TatemadaReadsTheLabels” for 20% off when ordering on their website Disclaimer: The content provided by Wake Up and Read the Labels and Jen Smiley is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Jen Smiley is not a licensed nutritionist, dietitian, or health professional. All recommendations and insights are based on her personal research and experiences. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet or wellness routines. Additionally, some of the links shared may be affiliate links, meaning Wake Up and Read the Labels may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This supports our ability to bring you quality content. Jen’s Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wakeupandreadthelabels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WakeUpAndReadTheLabels The Wake Up Label Letter: https://jensmiley.substack.com/subscribe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wake-up-and-read-the-labels/id1618784569 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7v3WcgicHQrjU9iCEcLZLX See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2. 

   22 Jul 2025

   Blending Clean: How Tess Masters Uses One Tool to Transform Health

   Can your blender really transform your health? Best-selling author and blending expert Tess Masters—aka The Blender Girl—joins Jen to share how one powerful kitchen tool can unlock better digestion, tastier veggies, and hormone balance. From ditching dairy to smoothie wow-factors and menopause transformations, Tess unpacks the small daily habits that create big results. With over 30,000 women supported through her programs, Tess offers practical strategies for joyful eating, strategic nutrition, and gut-first wellness—no extremes required. Key Takeaways:Why plastic vs. glass blenders matter more than you thinkSmoothie “wow factor” tips: lemon zest, red bell pepper, and even red onionExtreme dieting vs. strategic eating—why under-eating may be sabotaging your healthThe #1 key to thriving in menopause: gut healthHow to make veggies craveable using bold sauces and blender-made dressingsMindful living defined: “Paying attention without judgment”One clean swap to make this week: cut back on non-nutritive sweeteners and sugar-free products 🔗 Mentioned in the Episode:More Tess MastersMore The Blender GirlTess Masters on Instagram Disclaimer: The content provided by Wake Up and Read the Labels and Jen Smiley is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Jen Smiley is not a licensed nutritionist, dietitian, or health professional. All recommendations and insights are based on her personal research and experiences. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet or wellness routines. Additionally, some of the links shared may be affiliate links, meaning Wake Up and Read the Labels may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This supports our ability to bring you quality content. Jen’s Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wakeupandreadthelabels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WakeUpAndReadTheLabels The Wake Up Label Letter: https://jensmiley.substack.com/subscribe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wake-up-and-read-the-labels/id1618784569 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7v3WcgicHQrjU9iCEcLZLX See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3. 

   15 Jul 2025

   Is Your Food Fueling Your Anxiety? The Gut-Brain Connection with Dr. Nicole Cain

   Anxiety isn’t always just a mental issue—it can start in your gut. In this eye-opening episode, Jen sits down with Dr. Nicole Cain, a naturopathic doctor and clinical psychologist, to explore how food, trauma, and environmental toxins play a hidden role in anxiety, panic attacks, and brain fog. Dr. Cain breaks down the science behind the gut-brain connection, explains why your symptoms are signals—not problems—and shares simple ways to reclaim your health, naturally.

Who has been a guest on Wake Up and Read the Labels!

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Stephanie Wakefield
• Troy Casey
• Erin Holt
• Dr Tania Elliott
• Jared Ralsky

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

690,612

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 73 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

90

Social presence

97

YouTube

93

Engagement

0

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