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Are you tired of complicated diets, food rules, and nutrition overwhelm? My guest today, EC Synkowski, Licensed Dietician Nutritionist and founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition, is here to simplify things with her famous 800g Challenge.

The 800g Challenge is a straightforward yet powerful way to improve your nutrition—by focusing on adding more fruits and vegetables, not restricting foods. EC breaks down how the challenge works, why she created it, and the surprising benefits people experience when they consistently aim for 800 grams of produce each day.

We talk about:

• What the 800g Challenge is and how it works
• Why eating more fruits and vegetables leads to better health without dieting
• Easy hacks for tracking your 800 grams without obsessing
• What counts (and doesn’t count) in the challenge—like canned produce, juice, and potatoes
• How this approach fits alongside other nutrition strategies (macros, calorie counting, intermittent fasting)
• Why fruit isn’t the enemy, even if it has carbs
• EC’s go-to foods and how she makes the challenge work in her own life

If you’ve ever struggled with food tracking, dieting rules, or just want a sustainable, simple way to eat better, this conversation will give you the clarity and encouragement you need.

Tune in to learn how the 800g Challenge can help you eat more, diet less, and enjoy food without the stress.

Connect with EC!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimizemenutrition/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optimizemenutrition

Podcast: https://optimizemenutrition.com/theconsistencyproject/

Website: https://optimizemenutrition.com/

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The information provided on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new exercise or nutrition program. The opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast or its sponsors. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you experience any health issues or have any concerns, please seek immediate medical attention.

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Remember the old food pyramid from school? Big stacks of bread and pasta at the bottom, and fats at the tiny top? Nutrition advice has come a long way since then—and MyPlate is here to make healthy eating simpler, more balanced, and a whole lot easier to follow.

In this episode, I break down:

• Why the old food pyramid was confusing (and sometimes misleading)
• How MyPlate makes balanced eating more practical and visual
• The ideal plate breakdown
• A super simple trick—using your own hand as a built-in portion guide
• How to use MyPlate in real life to build meals without overthinking, calorie counting, or measuring cups

Whether you’re just starting your health journey or looking to simplify the way you eat, this episode will help you ditch the complicated charts and start creating balanced, satisfying meals—right from the palm of your hand.

https://www.myplate.gov/

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The information provided on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new exercise or nutrition program. The opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast or its sponsors. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you experience any health issues or have any concerns, please seek immediate medical attention.

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What happens when your entire world falls apart—twice? In this powerful episode, I sit down with author, cancer survivor, and widow Stacy Ryan, who shares her personal journey through caregiving, loss, and ultimately, healing.

Stacy opens up about what it was like to face her own cancer diagnosis, then care for her husband through his cancer battle not long after. She talks about the emotional and physical toll of grief, what it meant to survive, and how movement became a lifeline when everything else felt out of control.

We explore:

• How exercise helped her process trauma and rebuild her strength
• What it’s like to go from patient to caregiver
• Grieving a partner
• How her definition of health and resilience has evolved
• What she wants others facing cancer or loss to know

Whether you’re navigating loss, working through health challenges, or just need a reminder of your own inner strength—Stacy’s story will move you and inspire you.

Connect with Stacy Ryan:
📘 Link to her books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Whole-New-Life-3-book-series/dp/B0DDZ4F5C3

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/thezendenyogawellness/

https://www.instagram.com/stacyryan8486/

https://www.instagram.com/whole_new_life_/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stacy.ryan.77

The Zen Den Yoga and Wellness Studio: https://thezenden.us/

Pick up my FREE Workout Planner at www.endorfinwellness.com/free-resources.

And hey, if you like what you see (or hear), or want to drop me a message, join me over at:

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The information provided on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new exercise or nutrition program. The opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast or its sponsors. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this information as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you experience any health issues or have any concerns, please seek immediate medical attention.