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Do you dread going into the fitting room?
You take several items with you and are instantly daunted by the 3-way mirrors and horrible lighting.
The first one you try on doesn't fit....but maybe the next one, will?
So you try each item on just in case, but nothing looks right.
You leave the fitting room with nothing, defeated, and feel like there's only one solution to have a positive experience next time: lose some weight.
Whoa, hold up! The issue isn't your body...it's the clothes!
This time, I sat down with clothing tailor Melanie Uematsu to learn more about how we can feel amazing in our bodies simply by making sure our clothes suit us. Melanie has worked for top designers and fashion brands including Uniqlo and Tsumori Chisato.
Listen to find out:
How many body types there really are (you'll be surprised!) How the fashion industry thinks about clothing sizes What most people do when purchasing clothes, and why it makes you look bigger than you really are How tailoring is surprisingly cost effective...and more!
And, to learn more about Melanie, visit her website: www.melanie-uematsu.com
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Did you know there's a difference between fermenting, culturing, and pickling?
Did you know that there's 14k+ diseases out there, and many start because something went wrong with the gut?
Did you know that the bacteria from fermented vegetables can heal your digestive system?
Even though I was aware of those before I spoke with Kirsten Shockey ---author of Fermented Veggies and Fiery Eats, two books on the mechanisms and art behind fermenting vegetables ---I didn't realize how just how powerful fermenting can be.
So if you're a newbie to this concept or a seasoned veteran, check out this interview to learn more about what you can do with those left over vegetables in your fridge, to reap the most benefits!
Come learn more about Kirsten and her books, here.
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I wrote an article once on how taking hot baths helped me lose weight, and received quite a bit of negative comments. Commenters thought it was a joke!
Fast forward a few months, I came across an article on the benefits of taking a bath, written by Dr. Steve Faulkner, a research who studies how passive heating can help alleviate health issues. The comments on that were quite positive, and I knew that I had to bring Dr. Faulkner on to fill people in on the scientific reason behind why this works.
Follow Dr. Faulkner on twitter! @shfaulkner
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One of the biggest problems I see when people have health issues is that they don't know who the right person is to consult.
If you visit a general practitioner who is trained to prescribe medicine, then you'll likely leave with medication even if it's for a chronic condition that can be healed with food.
So this time, I've brought on Tracy Harrison to talk about what the difference is in practitioners and how to get a sense of what to look for to help yourself.
Tracy is an MIT graduate and functional nutritionist, and founder of the School of Applied Functional Medicine, an incredibly thorough online program that trains other practitioners in functional methods.
What I love about her is that she has a passion for problem solving and helps others understand the interconnectedness of what is going on in our bodies.
To learn more about her school, visit Schoolafm.com
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About 10 years ago, I read the book Mindless Eating by Brian Wansink and was hooked. The book spanned countless research studies that have been done to find out how environmental factors can influence our eating habits, from plates and cups to music pace, menu wording, and more.
In this episode, the director of the same research facility at Cornell University's Food & Brand Lab, Adam Brumberg, shares details about their findings and how you can actually design your environment for weight loss and health success!
Come learn more about the book and research, here.
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The first time I thought about a vegetarian diet, I had no clue what on earth to eat, nor how vegetarians were haven't any excitement with their food experiences.
When I stumbled upon Food Energetics, I started wondering what other foods were out there that I had never tried, and before I knew it I was experimenting with a variety of ingredients and enjoyed it so much that I dabbled in veganism. It's actually pretty awesome if you know what you're doing!
So in this podcast episode, I sat down with Dr. Neal Barnard, renowned expert on plant based nutrition and author of 18 books on everything from weight loss to brain health to heart health. You're really in for a treat!
To learn more, visit Dr. Barnard's website, here.
And, check out The Cheese Trap, here.
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If you've been feeling depressed, it could just be because of lack of light exposure and quality sleep, especially in the dark winter months.
Personally, I remember feeling so down all the time during the few years I lived in Connecticut, and I couldn't understand why until I heard about Seasonal Affective Disorder, which is just a fancy way of saying the "Winter Blues". It was like I transformed into a grumpy bear ready for hibernation - I felt sluggish, tired all the time, ravenous, and unmotivated. That is, until I found the Verilux Happy Lights.
I'm here today with Charlotte Addison from Verilux to explain what happens to our body chemistry when we're exposed to light, and how to make sure you can help yourself feel amazing with light therapy!
Plus, if you're interested in giving light therapy a try, Verilux has been so gracious to offer 15% off if you visit their site www.verilux.com and use the special code: BLISS15
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Have you ever wondered how top models can work out so much, but their bodies are small, where as you've been hitting the gym but can't seem to shrink your body? Justin Gelband, the genius personal trainer behind the Victoria's Secret Angel Models is on the podcast to share not just what the models do to achieve their physique, but why.
The podcast is a 48-minute, edited interview with Justin's background and frequently asked questions about training. To see the full 2-hour video version with details on how to evaluate your body to figure out which exercises to pick, see Justin talk about different exercises, and hear answers to questions submitted by listeners, visit the Win-Win membership, here!
Follow Justin on Instagram for articles and videos about his method.
Living in Japan? Check out Justin's Japanese DVDs over here on Amazon!
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One of the hardest things about losing weight is figuring out where to start. Do you ever feel like you have a massive checklist of things to do come Monday from meal prep to hitting the gym to avoiding temptation? How are you supposed to jumpstart weight loss in a way that's an easier transition?
Well, you're definitely going to want to hear this interview! Nagina Abdullah from Masala Body shares with us how she lost 40 pounds using fat burning spices. And the best part is that these spices don't just help with fat burning - they help with healing and balancing our body chemistry, too. So that means you also gain more energy, radiance, and an overall sense of well being.
Also, make sure you stop by masalabody.com/girlonbliss to grab your free gift - the Sweet Spice Cheat Sheet - along with Nagina's top 7 recipes that helped her lose the first 7 pounds.
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Have you been trying everything to lose weight but can't seem to make the number on the scale budge? Do you have fat accumulating around your belly area that you can't seem to get rid of? Do you work out a lot but aren't sure why your body isn't getting smaller?
Well, there could be an underlying issue on why your body isn't responding to these efforts, and one main reason could be hormone imbalance!
Today, I'm here with Dr. Carrie Jones and we're going to talk about everything you need to know about hormones and how they're interconnected with your weight. It's time to stop focusing on calories in vs calories out and start focusing on balancing your body chemistry -the weight will take care of itself!
To learn more about Dr. Carrie and the DUTCH test, visit www.dutchtest.com
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Have you ever tried eating sweets in moderation, but you realized that eating even just part of one would turn into...twelve?! Is sugar on your mind to the point where you feel like you can't hold a conversation? Read this, it'll help you wean yourself off (without having to give up sweets for the rest of your life).
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Have you ever seen advice online on the best ways to overcome sugar cravings, given them a try, and felt like it only made you think of sugar even more? It could be because of how you interpret the information. Read on to see the 5 misconceptions on the best way to beat sugar cravings!
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Before you can start understanding how to stop sugar cravings, you need to understand how they originated in the first place. So use these 5 reasons as a way to start proactively making changes so that you can get through your day without feeling the need stuff donuts and cookies in your face!
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Have you ever felt so positive about your health goals and excited to start a new health journey, but deep down, doubted that your goals could really happen?
So, let's delve into what we can do to change those subconscious beliefs. Or, more accurately, let our subconscious beliefs lead us to the answers.
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Curious about teas? In this exclusive interview with award-winning tea designer, Bernadine Tay, we delve into what you need to know about teas, their quality, the variety, how to brew them, and the best way to drink tea. If you haven't studied much about teas, you're in for a treat!
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Not really sure what macrobiotics is, or how it can help you? It might be widely considered as a "healing diet", but that doesn't make you have to be ill to reap the benefits. Listen along to learn the basic principles of macrobiotics, how simple it is to think about your diet, and how it can benefit you.
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I'm thrilled that you're listening to the Girl on Bliss Podcast! Let's get acquainted - let me tell you a bit about myself and what you can expect to gain!
Want to know more about Food Energetics? Make sure to visit www.girlonbliss.com for the 7 Ridiculously Easy Weight Loss Tips for Career Women
