Episode 188: Food Freedom: What "Eat What You Want Day" Really Means
May 11 is Eat What You Want Day. But what if we stopped labeling foods as “good” or “bad” and just ate what nourishes and satisfies us? In this episode of the Real World Nutrition Podcast, Shelley Rael, RDN, breaks down the toxic cycle of food guilt, how cheat days undermine your goals, and what food freedom really looks like.
🎧Tune in and learn how to stop justifying your food choices and start trusting yourself again.
Read More: Stop Judging Food Choices: Why It’s Time to Ditch the Food Shame
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Episode 187: Fueling Your Fitness – Small Shifts for Sustained Summer Energy
In this episode of the Real World Nutrition podcast, Shelley discusses realistic strategies for maintaining energy and hydration during the summer months. As warmer weather invites more outdoor activity—hikes, bike rides, early morning runs, or lunchtime walks—it’s easy to forget how important it is to fuel and hydrate intentionally.
Shelley covers why hydration is more important in the heat, the signs of underhydration, and easy ways to stay on top of fluid intake. She also provides time-of-day-specific tips for fueling before and after physical activity, from pre-work snacks to post-ride recovery meals.
Whether planning a weekend adventure or simply moving more throughout the day, this episode offers practical advice to help you feel good and stay energized all summer. It’s not about perfection or rigid schedules – it’s about making small, smart shifts that support your wellness in real life.
🎧Tune in and take some pressure off your summer routine with strategies that work.
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Episode 186: Earth-Friendly Eating: How Your Food Choices Impact the Planet
In this episode of the Real World Nutrition Podcast, Shelley explores the connection between our dietary choices and environmental health. Building on the 2025 Earth Day theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” Shelley discusses the significant impact of food production on greenhouse gas emissions, water usage, and land degradation.
Get practical insights into sustainable eating, including incorporating more plant-based meals, reducing food waste, choosing local and seasonal produce, and more. Shelley also addresses common challenges, such as limited access to sustainable options, and offers solutions to overcome them.
🎧This episode helps individuals to make informed food choices that contribute to a healthier planet, emphasizing that even small changes can lead to significant environmental benefits.
Real World Nutrition blog: Eating for Sustainability: How to Reduce Your Food’s Energy Footprint April 22, 2025
Real World Nutrition blog: Eco-Friendly Eating: Simple Swaps for a More Sustainable Diet April 24, 2025
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Preventing Wasted Food At Home
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Episode 185: Quick, Healthy Meals When You’re Too Busy To Cook
We’ve all had those days—back-to-back meetings, errands, workouts, family obligations—and suddenly it’s 8pm, and you haven’t eaten a real meal. You’re not alone.
In Episode 185 of the Real World Nutrition podcast, Shelley shares strategies for creating fast, nourishing meals that don’t require hours in the kitchen. Grocery shortcuts and batch-prepped staples help you quickly build a balanced plate. Shelley helps adjust your mindset and simplifies the way you think about healthy eating when time is short.
This episode is all about real-world solutions—what to stock in your freezer, fridge, and pantry, how to keep meals satisfying and not just “snacky,” and how to reframe your expectations around meal prep.
🎧Whether you’re in a season of busyness or this is just your normal pace, tune in now for realistic, doable ideas to feed yourself without relying on takeout or skipping meals altogether.
Blogs from Real World Nutrition:
Real World Nutrition blog: 5 Quick & Easy Meals to Make When You’re Overwhelmed
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Episode 184: Alcohol, Stress, and Health: Finding Balance
Alcohol is often seen as a go-to way to relax or take the edge off after a stressful day. But how much does it really help—and where might it actually be adding to the problem? This episode explores the connection between alcohol, stress, and overall health, offering a clear, no-pressure look at how drinking habits can impact your body and mind.
Many people turn to alcohol to cope with stress, but few realize how it can affect things like sleep, mood, and long-term health—even when it doesn’t feel excessive. This episode of Real World Nutrition breaks down the facts in a realistic and approachable way, helping you understand how alcohol interacts with stress hormones, energy levels, and decision-making.
Shelley Rael, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, offers practical strategies to create more balance without extreme restrictions or guilt. Whether you’re reassessing your relationship with alcohol, looking for better ways to manage stress, or simply curious about the effects of everyday drinking, you’ll find supportive, judgment-free guidance here.
🎧Tune in to walk away with realistic ideas you can use right away—so you can support your health without giving up the things you enjoy.
Blogs from Real World Nutrition:
Alcohol & Stress: How Drinking Impacts Your Body and Mind Apr 8, 2025
Mindful Drinking: Enjoying Alcohol Without the All-or-Nothing Mentality Apr 10, 2025
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Move past the fads, gimmicks, trends, detoxing, cleanses, fasting, and other unrealistic ideas about eating in the real world. If you want to eat and enjoy food without being deprived because you live in the real world, join Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Shelley A. Rael as she sorts through the hype and gives and real talk about eating healthier.
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