Wellness: Rebranded - Intuitive eating, diet culture, mental health, weight training, food freedom, food relationship
Welcome to Wellness Rebranded podcast. You’re a woman in mid-life who’s tired of feeling drained, putting everyone else’s needs ahead of your own. You’re tired of battling food or your body, endlessly worrying about what you eat or the number on the scale. You’re done with the wellness fads, quick fixes, and extreme approaches that don’t ever work or last. You’d like tools to help you opt out of toxic diet culture… and shed the societal pressures that make you feel like nothing you do is ever enough. You’re seeking freedom, peace, and confidence. You want to connect with a community who understands the struggle and is moving past it with a fresh, inclusive approach to health, mental health and wellness. We get you… because we ARE you. Meet Maria, a mental health therapist. Elizabeth, a registered dietitian and Intuitive Eating counselor. And Tara, a personal trainer. We’re three licensed health or medical professionals with training, clinical experience, and evidence-based tools to help you boost your wellbeing and grow your health-promoting behaviors. We’ve joined forces in an innovative and unique collaboration because we know health isn’t one dimensional—and neither are you. And your whole—physical, mental, and emotional—health matters. Let’s connect and keep the conversation going! Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition
Welcome to Wellness Rebranded podcast. You’re a woman in mid-life who’s tired of feeling drained, putting everyone else’s needs ahead of your own. You’re tired of battling food or your body, endlessly worrying about what you eat or the number on the scale. You’re done with the wellness fads, quick fixes, and extreme approaches that don’t ever work or last. You’d like tools to help you opt out of toxic diet culture… and shed the societal pressures that make you feel like nothing you do is ever enough. You’re seeking freedom, peace, and confidence. You want to connect with a community who understands the struggle and is moving past it with a fresh, inclusive approach to health, mental health and wellness. We get you… because we ARE you. Meet Maria, a mental health therapist. Elizabeth, a registered dietitian and Intuitive Eating counselor. And Tara, a personal trainer. We’re three licensed health or medical professionals with training, clinical experience, and evidence-based tools to help you boost your wellbeing and grow your health-promoting behaviors. We’ve joined forces in an innovative and unique collaboration because we know health isn’t one dimensional—and neither are you. And your whole—physical, mental, and emotional—health matters. Let’s connect and keep the conversation going! Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition
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Have you ever felt like your mood, focus, and energy are all over the place, and you cannot quite figure out why? It can be frustrating when you are doing your best with healthy eating, but something still feels off mentally and physically.
A lot of the advice out there focuses on cutting things out, following strict plans, or chasing the latest supplement trend. But what if supporting your brain health started with adding more of what your body actually needs instead of taking things away?
In this episode, Amanda Ashcraft and Ann Kent, co-authors of The Brain Plate, dive into how nutritional science influences food, mood, and behavior. They discuss the gut-brain connection, the importance of balancing blood sugar for sustained energy, and how fueling your body properly supports both mental and physical well-being.
We also touch on supplement safety, dive into what supplement facts really mean, and share a grounded approach to nourishing your body without the confusion of trends.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
How fueling your body properly supports cognitive function, especially with carbohydrates
Why intuitive eating is essential to rebuilding trust with your body and hunger cues
How to think about ADHD support in ways that make mealtime easier
Simple, sustainable approaches to midlife nutrition without restrictive diets
What to prioritize before adding supplements, and how to figure out what your body really needs
If you're trying to better understand your energy, mood, or focus, this episode gives you practical advice on how to nourish your body and mind for lasting health.
Let’s rebrand wellness together!Elizabeth, Tara & Maria
Get The Brain Plate Cookbook here!
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Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDNFB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating communityhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeatingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutritionTake the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz
Tara De Leon, Master Personal TrainerEmail: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessJoin Tara’s Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect
Maria Winters, LCPC, NCCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapyWebsite: www.thecoachingtherapist.com
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Wednesday May 20, 2026
Wednesday May 20, 2026
Ever feel like the number on the scale determines whether it’s a good or bad day?You’re not alone. While the scale is just a tool, for a lot of us, it has become the thing that decides how the whole day goes.
That kind of hold does not come from nowhere. It builds over years of being taught that the number means something about you, your discipline, your worth, your right to feel good in your own skin.
In this episode, we'll put into light a conversation most women have only in their heads and would never say out loud. We get into how a better body image IS possible even when scale anxiety is high, and how the SHIFT framework can play a role in helping you promote a better relationship with yourself and your body.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How to get over your scale obsession by identifying the story you carry every time you step on the scale
Why how you feel seconds after seeing that number influences your mood and daily choices more than you think and how to take back control
How to use the SHIFT framework to rebuild your self worth, eliminate scale anxiety and improve the relationship with your body
What body acceptance can look like when loving your body is not yet on the table
How to set small, tangible goals that make healing feel less overwhelming
Why weight fluctuations are not a verdict on who you are
What to do when you don't know how to stop weighing yourself and what to do instead
How the most challenging parts of this healing process are signs of positive changes
This conversation doesn’t pretend that body acceptance and healing your self worth is a straight line. So, if you're ready for something more honest and grounded, we invite you to step into this episode before stepping back on that scale
Let’s rebrand wellness together!Elizabeth, Tara & Maria
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Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDNInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutritionTake the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz
Tara De Leon, Master Personal TrainerEmail: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessJoin Tara’s Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect
Maria Winters, LCPC, NCCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapyWebsite: www.thecoachingtherapist.com
If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!
Wednesday May 13, 2026
Wednesday May 13, 2026
Do you stare into your refrigerator every night at 6:00 PM, wondering what to feed your family? What sounds simple can quickly feel heavy when you are trying to make good choices, manage a busy schedule, and feed a family with different needs.
In this episode, we explore the hidden stress of dinner planning, especially for parents managing picky eaters and the constant pressure to create balanced meals with the right protein-carb combinations and healthy fats.
We also share ways to make things easier. From building a list of core meals to using a cycle menu, doing a pantry audit, and thinking about the division of feeding responsibility, the focus is on lowering kitchen stress with practical systems that actually fit real life.
In this conversation, we cover:
How to repurpose one cooked component into multiple different meals throughout the week.
Why decision fatigue makes meal planning harder than it needs to be
Ways these systems can simplify simple family dinners
How a recipe club can help reduce the mental load of daily food choices
Sometimes the hardest part is not cooking the meal. It is carrying the weight of deciding, again and again, what feeding your family is supposed to look like.
Let’s rebrand wellness together!Elizabeth, Tara & Maria
Connect with us!The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e
Recipe Club: The Nourished Table
Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDNFB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating communityhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeatingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutritionTake the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz
Tara De Leon, Master Personal TrainerEmail: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessJoin Tara’s Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect
Maria Winters, LCPC, NCCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapyWebsite: www.thecoachingtherapist.com
If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!
Wednesday May 06, 2026
Wednesday May 06, 2026
If your 80-year-old self was sitting next to you today, what would she wish you had done differently? What do you think would change if you treated your 80 year old self like someone you truly loved and wanted to protect? Can you picture the life you are building for your future self, not just emotionally, but in the way you move, connect, and care for yourself each day?
The habits you build today, especially around physical activity and emotional awareness, shape the strength and joy you carry into later life. Small choices, repeated over time, can support better joint health, stronger leg strength, and the kind of resilience that helps you stay engaged in your own life.
This episode begins with a simple doctor visit, then it opens into a bigger reflection on intentional aging. We will learn how movement, mindset, and social connection influence the kind of life we carry into older age, and what it really means to support longevity for women in ways that feel practical and personal.
Today, we talk about:
How visualization can help you make better choices for your future health
Why strength training matters for preventing falls, protecting mobility, and supporting independence as you age
How emotional fitness helps you handle change, loss, and the mental side of growing older
Why grip strength is an important sign of overall vitality and long-term function
If you care about living well for the long run and want real, grounded healthy aging strategies, this episode will leave you thinking differently about the choices you make now, and the life you are shaping for your older self.
Let’s rebrand wellness together!Elizabeth, Tara & Maria
Connect with us!The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e
Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDNFB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating communityhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeatingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutritionTake the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz
Tara De Leon, Master Personal TrainerEmail: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessJoin Tara’s Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect
Maria Winters, LCPC, NCCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapyWebsite: www.thecoachingtherapist.com
If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!
Episodes mentioned: Episode 187 - Wounds and Scars
Wednesday Apr 29, 2026
Wednesday Apr 29, 2026
Our life scars often come from the moments we never expected, parental divorce, friendship loss, grief, betrayal, and the experiences that quietly reshape us over time.
What if those painful chapters are not proof that something is wrong with you, but part of your life resume, a reflection of everything you have survived along the way? What if they speak to your strength and your ability to keep moving forward?
We explore how difficult experiences become part of who we are, and how healing can begin when we stop pretending we are untouched by them. We talk about the power of naming our wounds, the role of an inner circle during hard seasons, and why emotional resilience is not about avoiding pain but learning how to carry it with compassion. The conversation also touches on coping with infant loss, healing from betrayal, and the lasting impact these experiences can have on personal growth.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
How vulnerability strength can help you feel more supported, seen, and connected.
What grief recovery can teach us about survival, healing, and self-compassion.
Why daily habits can make hard seasons easier to navigate with more steadiness.
How sharing your story with trusted people can create space for healing.
Why viewing your past through a more compassionate lens can change how you see yourself.
Let this conversation be a reminder that healing does not erase your story. It only helps you carry it with more grace.
Let’s rebrand wellness together!Elizabeth, Tara & Maria
Connect with us!The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e
Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDNFB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating communityhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeatingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutritionTake the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz
Tara De Leon, Master Personal TrainerEmail: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessJoin Tara’s Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect
Maria Winters, LCPC, NCCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapyWebsite: www.thecoachingtherapist.com
If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!
Episodes mentioned: Episode 186 - Women with Scars (Christa Welch)
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
Have you ever looked at your emotional scars and felt like they were something you needed to hide instead of acknowledge?
Many women carry visible (and invisible) scars and deeper life experiences that stay with them over time. These moments can leave an emotional wound that shapes how you see yourself and how you move through your life.
In this episode, we are joined by Christa Welch, a licensed clinical social worker and founder of Betty Center. She shares the story behind a powerful photography project that invites women to be seen in a more honest and compassionate way.
We talk about how the Women with Scars exhibition supports authentic living by helping women reconnect with their stories. Christa also shares how her mother shaped her vision for a healing space for women, along with the meaning behind capturing women in natural settings.
She opens up about her divorce and her experience as a survivor of cancer, which strengthened her commitment to supporting others through overcoming trauma. We also explore overcoming shame through connection, honesty, and finding people who can hold space without judgment.
You’ll learn in this episode:
Why your experiences can support growth and strengthen your sense of personal resilience
How a supportive environment can help women build self compassion for women and feel more grounded
The role of storytelling in supporting emotional repair and deeper understanding
How connection and community, including single mother support , can help during difficult life transitions
Simple ways to reconnect with your body and emotions through practices that support holistic wellness for women
If you’ve been searching for guidance around substance abuse, healing, or understanding your own scars, this episode offers a grounded perspective that encourages care, reflection, mindful movement, and forward progress.
Let’s rebrand wellness together!
Elizabeth, Tara & Maria
Connect with us!The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e
Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDNFB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating communityhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeatingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutritionTake the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quizStay on track with your health goals, and receive exclusive access to offers and events when you sign up for my newsletter: elizabethharrisnutrition.com/#email
Tara De Leon, Master Personal TrainerEmail: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessJoin Tara’s Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect
Maria Winters, LCPC, NCCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapyWebsite: www.thecoachingtherapist.com
Connect with Christa Welch:Betty Center WebsiteFacebook Page
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Episodes mentioned: Episode 82 - How to Practice Emotional Self Care
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/82-how-to-practice-emotional-self-care-what-it-is-why/id1651744916?i=1000654132941
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
The fitness industry often suggests that if you're not gasping for breath and drenched in sweat, your activity doesn't count.
But what if progress lies in the moments when you're resting, not pushing beyond your limits? "More" isn't always better, so how do we separate the hype from the science behind HIIT?
In this episode, we will guide you through the realities of interval training, debunk some common myths, and show you how to use it effectively for your health.
We discuss how the fitness world has tweaked the original concept of HIIT, making people feel they need to work harder with less rest. Tara explains how exercise intensity affects your body, why your heart and lungs need recovery time to benefit from a sprint, and why she includes strength training in her classes. We also dive into focusing on body movement without falling into diet culture's pressures.
You’ll discover:
Why HIIT benefits are best achieved through short bursts of intensity rather than long, exhausting sessions.
How to distinguish between aerobic and anaerobic movement to maximize your metabolic effect.
What to look for in active recovery and rest periods to strengthen your heart and lungs.
Why workout consistency matters more than chasing fitness trends, especially when you're under stress.
Take this opportunity to redefine your relationship with intensity and boost your cardiovascular health while improving your physical activity level.
Let’s rebrand wellness together!
Elizabeth, Tara & Maria
Connect with us!The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e
Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDNFB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating communityhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeatingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutritionTake the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz
Tara De Leon, Master Personal TrainerEmail: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessJoin Tara’s Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect
Maria Winters, LCPC, NCCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapyWebsite: www.thecoachingtherapist.com
If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
Have you ever stepped into a weight room and felt so self aware that the fear of being judged almost made you walk straight back out? That split second of doubt can stop you before you even begin, and it can block you from finding a way to move your body that feels freeing instead of forced.
That tension feeds fitness comparison, where you size up your progress against someone else’s highlight reel. Today, we break down why feeling out of place is a normal stress response and how a small shift in perspective can help you build real confidence. In this episode, we explore:
How to navigate gym anxiety by understanding your brain's natural scan for social threats.
The impact of physical appearance on your willingness to try new things.
Why adopting a learner mindset allows you to "butcher" the moves while you grow.
Practical gym etiquette to help you move from outsider to part of the community.
Using exposure therapy principles to gradually increase your comfort in group fitness settings.
We’ll also go over how stepping away from a high-pressure movement culture creates the space you need to master intuitive eating. We are sharing the strategies that help you build a sustainable exercise habit as a form of healthy self care rather than a punishment.
If you are ready to start showing up fully for yourself, this episode is for you.
Let’s rebrand wellness together!
Elizabeth, Tara & Maria
Join the retreat! Save your seat and give yourself the space to pause, breathe, and welcome the new season with intention: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inhale-a-spring-retreat-for-women-craving-space-and-connection-tickets-1984557628289?aff=oddtdtcreator
Connect with us!The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e
Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDNFB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating communityhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeatingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutritionTake the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz
Tara De Leon, Master Personal TrainerEmail: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessJoin Tara’s Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect
Maria Winters, LCPC, NCCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapyWebsite: www.thecoachingtherapist.com
If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
Has your pursuit of food freedom has turned into a chaotic free for all that leaves you feeling more sluggish than supported? Many assume intuitive eating means eating whatever sounds good in the moment. Taste becomes the only guide. That idea often leads to confusion, especially for those trying to step away from diet culture and follow a non diet approach.
In this episode, we explore what eating intuitively really looks like in practice. It is a blend of internal cues, emotions, and rational thought. When those three work together, you begin to build body intuition and a deeper sense of body respect.
We talk about how mindful eating plays a role in this process and why it takes time to develop. You will hear how this approach creates space for both satisfaction and nourishing meals, without turning food into a new set of rules.
This conversation focuses on:
How gentle nutrition fits into this process without turning it into strict rules
The role of nutrient dense foods in creating meals that support your energy and digestion
How to balance cravings with awareness instead of relying on taste alone
Ways to recognize patterns in your eating habits and body responses
How emotional eating support helps you better understand your relationship with food
Food neutrality becomes easier when you remove judgment and allow yourself to experiment. Over time, you stop labeling foods as good or bad and start making decisions based on what your body actually needs.
Rebuilding trust with your body can feel challenging. This episode offers a grounded way to approach this work without turning it into another rigid system
Let’s rebrand wellness together!
Elizabeth, Tara & Maria
Join the retreat! Save your seat and give yourself the space to pause, breathe, and welcome the new season with intention: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inhale-a-spring-retreat-for-women-craving-space-and-connection-tickets-1984557628289?aff=oddtdtcreator
Connect with us!The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e
Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDNFB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating communityhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeatingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutritionTake the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quizStay on track with your health goals, and receive exclusive access to offers and events when you sign up for my newsletter: elizabethharrisnutrition.com/#email
Tara De Leon, Master Personal TrainerEmail: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessJoin Tara’s Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect
Maria Winters, LCPC, NCCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapyWebsite: www.thecoachingtherapist.com
Connect with our sponsors:
If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!
Episodes mentioned: Episode 94 - How Much Protein Do Women in Midlife Really Need?
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/94-intuitive-eating-turns-into-intuitive-living-and/id1651744916?i=1000662482834
Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
Do you ever feel like the food industry is moving faster than you can keep up with? Between viral products, changing claims, and nonstop noise, it can be hard to tell what actually matters.
In this episode, Elizabeth takes us inside expo west for a behind-the-scenes look at what’s emerging in food trends, the evolving grocery future, and the bigger conversation around food innovation. What she noticed opens up a thoughtful conversation about how products are positioned, how perception is shaped, and why so many people feel overwhelmed trying to make sense of it all.
This episode explores the growing pull of future foods, the influence of food marketing, and the subtle ways wellness marketing affects everyday shopping decisions. It also speaks directly to the food confusion and nutrition confusion that can build when bold claims, trendy ingredients, and conflicting advice all compete for attention.
Rather than getting swept up in hype, this conversation invites a more grounded look at ingredient transparency, personalized nutrition, and what it means to support holistic wellbeing in a landscape shaped by shifting grocery trends and broader wellness trends. If you’ve been craving a steadier way to think about nutrient dense foods as a health conscious consumer, this episode will leave you with plenty to reflect on.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
What expo west reveals about where the food industry may be heading
Which food trends are starting to shape the grocery future
How food innovation is influencing the conversation around future foods
Why food marketing and wellness marketing matter more than many people realize
What may be fueling so much food confusion and nutrition confusion
Why ingredient transparency matters to today’s health conscious consumer
How shopping decisions are shaped by more than nutrition alone
Where personalized nutrition connects to changing grocery trends
Why nutrient dense foods still matter amid rising wellness trends
How all of this connects back to holistic wellbeing
If you’ve been trying to sort through mixed messages and understand what today’s wellness conversation is really asking of you, this episode offers a thoughtful place to begin.
Let’s rebrand wellness together!
Elizabeth, Tara & Maria
Join the retreat! Save your seat and give yourself the space to pause, breathe, and welcome the new season with intention: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inhale-a-spring-retreat-for-women-craving-space-and-connection-tickets-1984557628289?aff=oddtdtcreator
Connect with us!The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e
Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDNFB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating communityhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeatingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutritionTake the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quizStay on track with your health goals, and receive exclusive access to offers and events when you sign up for my newsletter: elizabethharrisnutrition.com/#email
Tara De Leon, Master Personal TrainerEmail: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitnessJoin Tara’s Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect
Maria Winters, LCPC, NCCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapyWebsite: www.thecoachingtherapist.com
Connect with our sponsors:
If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!
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Episodes mentioned: Episode 133 - How Much Protein Do Women in Midlife Really Need?
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-mental/id1651744916?i=1000702811879 Episode 139 - Rethinking Your Relationship with Alcohol with Maureen Benkovich, Alcohol Freedom & Wellness Coach “Sober Fit Chick
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-mental/id1651744916?i=1000710229517
Episode 168 - Is Fibermaxxing Just Hype, Or Actually Helpful?
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-mental/id1651744916?i=1000741634220







