9 to Thrive
de CiCi, The Nutrition Nerd
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S4 E9: Balancing Blood Sugar: The Benefits You’ll Feel Today and…
S4 E9: Balancing Blood Sugar: The Benefits You’ll Feel Today and…
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Let's spill the tea on health. Wondering why your jeans are tight when your diet's right? Over fad diets and empty wellness promises? Welcome to '9 to Thrive,' your modern shortcast to getting healthified in 9 minutes or less. Think of this as your reality check on everything from blood sugar to gut health, thyroid to fertility and more. This is the no-BS, tell-it-like-it-is guide to help you Heal for Good™. Nine minutes is all you need to turn those health 'oh nos' into 'hell yeahs!'
(Coach CiCi is a Certified Hormone Specialist, Pn-Level 1 Fitness & Nutrition Coach, Functional & Integrative Medicine Educator.)
Episoade
Cele mai noi 20 din 38 episoade
- S4 E9: Balancing Blood Sugar: The Benefits You’ll Feel Today and Tomorrow · 11 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 9In this season finale, we bring together everything we’ve learned about balancing blood sugar to show how it directly impacts your energy, mood, and long-term health. Stabilizing…
- S4 E8: Why You Should Never Eat “Naked Carbs” (Except When You Should) · 11 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 8Learn why "naked carbs"—carbs eaten without protein, fats, or fiber—might be the culprit behind your energy crashes and endless cravings. In this episode, we explore the art of…
- S4 E7: Why Your Morning Meal Sets the Tone for the Day · 12 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 7Start your day off right by unlocking the secret to a truly balanced breakfast. In this episode, discover why your morning meal sets the tone for your entire day’s energy, blood…
- S4 E6: Unlocking Energy and Health with Post-Meal Movement and Ultradian Breaks · 9 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 6Reclaim your energy and improve your health with simple strategies like post-meal movement and ultradian breaks. In this episode, discover how a quick 10-minute walk after meals…
- S4 E5: Mastering Meal Sequencing and Carb Cycling for Steady Blood Sugar · 10 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 5Unlock the power of timing and strategy in your diet with meal sequencing and carb cycling. This episode reveals how eating specific foods in the right order and adjusting your…
- S4 E4: The Blood Sugar Rollercoaster: Why You’re Always Tired, Hungry, and Craving Carbs · 9 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 4Are you caught in the blood sugar rollercoaster—feeling energetic one moment, then drained and craving carbs the next? This episode dives into how frequent blood sugar spikes and…
- S4 E3 Breaking Free from Sugar to Reclaim Your Health and Energy · 10 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 3Ever feel stuck despite following all the "healthy" rules? Hidden sugars in everyday foods might be sabotaging your weight loss, energy, and overall health. In this episode, we…
- S4 E2 Unmasking Sugar: The Silent Saboteur of Your Health · 10 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 2What if the real culprit behind weight gain and health struggles isn’t fat—but sugar? In this eye-opening episode, we uncover the hidden sugars lurking in “healthy” foods…
- S4 E1 Insulin Resistance and Its Impact on Your Health · 14 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 1Discover the hidden health challenge affecting millions: insulin resistance. In this episode, we break down what insulin resistance is, why it matters, and how it can silently…
- S3 E9 EPIGENETICS—How lifestyle choices impact your genes and future health · 9 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 9Wrap up Season 3 with CiCi as she delves into the fascinating world of epigenetics. Learn how your lifestyle choices can influence gene expression and impact your health and…
- S3 E8 SLEEP HYGIENE—Practical steps for better rest and overall health · 9 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 8CiCi explores the importance of good sleep hygiene and its impact on overall health. Discover practical steps to improve your sleep environment, establish a consistent bedtime…
- S3 E7 HEALTHY EATING FOR KIDS—Building lifelong habits with smart strategies · 9 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 7Learn how to teach kids healthy eating habits with CiCi and sociologist Dina Rose, PhD. Explore the concepts of proportion, variety, and moderation, and discover practical tips…
- S3 E6 WEIGHT & LONGEVITY—Understanding key measurements for a healthier life · 10 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 6CiCi examines the importance of meaningful weight and health measurements. Learn about waist circumference, BMI, and the impact of excess body fat on chronic disease risk…
- S3 E5 ANTIBIOTIC OVERUSE—Protecting gut health and preventing resistance · 11 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 5CiCi delves into the overuse of antibiotics and its impact on our health. Understand the consequences of antibiotic resistance, gut health disruption, and weakened immune…
- S3 E4 PREVENTIVE HEALTHCARE—Shifting from treating sickness to creating health · 8 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 4Explore the rising costs of healthcare and the importance of preventive measures with CiCi. Learn how to make small, sustainable changes in your daily life to prioritize health…
- S3 E3 COMMON ≠ NORMAL—Advocating for yourself and overcoming medical gaslighting · 9 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 3CiCi discusses the common issue of medical gaslighting in women's health. Learn how to advocate for yourself, trust your instincts, and demand the care you deserve. Discover the…
- S3 E2 OBESITY & HORMONES—Reversing weight gain and hormone imbalances · 10 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 2Dive into the obesity epidemic and its impact on hormone balance with CiCi. Learn about the "IOU" method for preventing and reversing obesity, focusing on what goes In, On, and…
- S3 E1 SEDENTARY LIFESTYLE—Move more, sit less with simple daily activities · 7 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 1Discover the dangers of our sedentary lifestyles and learn how to incorporate more movement into your day with CiCi's practical tips. From ultradian breaks to habit stacking…
- Season 3 Overview—Practical Solutions for Modern Health Challenges · 3 min · Sezonul 3Join CiCi for Season 3 of "9 to Thrive" as she shifts focus from debunking nutritional myths to creating solutions for modern health challenges. Explore topics like the sedentary…
- S2 E9: Nourishing Little Eaters—the truth about getting kids to eat healthy · 11 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 9Attention, parents! Are you tired of being a short-order cook, catering to your kids' picky eating habits? In this episode, we're busting myths and revealing the truth about…
