YES, you CAN eat ingredients you can’t pronounce! Processed foods get a bad wrap but Shana Minei Spence is here to set the record straight on canned food, frozen, and other processed products.. Shana is an “all foods fit” dietitian based in New York who you can trust to give you unbiased nutrition information to ACTUALLY improve your health and not elicit shame.   What we cover: What are the levels of food processing? Are ultra processed foods ok? Why do we choose the foods we do? Why...

Girlll you better put that Summer’s Eve down right now! You all had so many questions about vaginal health and we brought the best of the best to answer them all. Dr. Heather Irobunda is an Obstetrician Gynecologist based in Queens, New York who shows women, specifically women of color, that you can feel safe and supported by your gynecologists (not creeped out or shamed). Listen to hear answers to most asked questions about vaginal health that you NEED to know.   In This Episode We’ll...

If you’re scared of the dentist you are not alone and you NEED to hear what this guest has to say. This week we talked with dentist Dr. Marie Jackson to answer questions about oral hygiene. She gives her BEST tips for taking care of your teeth and debunks common oral care myths, like are whitening toothpastes legit? Is fluoride safe? Do you actually need to floss? Tune in to get all your dental questions answered (even questions you didn’t know you had).   In This Episode We’ll Cover: How...

Skincare is a hot topic right now and we interviewed an expert to set the record straight. Charlotte Palermino is the co-founder and CEO of Dieux, a clinically vetted and price transparent skincare line. This episode is informative, entertaining, and thought provoking as we discuss topics ranging from which SPF is best to why aging is a privilege instead of something to run from. Listen to this episode with the fairy godmother of skincare, Charlotte Palermino to brush up on your self care...

Do you feel like protective hairstyles are making your hair fall out? Is your hair thinning and you don’t know why? We interviewed Samaria Grandberry, a Registered Dietitian, Certified Trichologist and Licensed Natural Hair Stylist to get down to the nitty-gritty details and get YOU answers. We talk about how often you should wash your hair, if collagen supplements actually work, and more! If you have special hair concerns or want to brush up on your routine, this episode is for you.   In...

Today on the podcast we sit down with the one and only Tabitha Brown, also affectionately known as “America’s mom.” We chat with Tabitha about everything from becoming an overnight sensation to how she balances it all (and continue to find genuine joy in cooking). Tabitha has provided millions with food for the body and soul with her everyday wisdom rooted in love, kindness, and compassion. She is the author of Cooking from the Spirit and Feeding the Soul, the recipient of two NAACP Image...

Divorce is a topic most stray away from, but we are here facing it head on with author and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Chautè Henry Thompson. This is the last episode in our relationship series and we can’t talk about relationships without talking about divorce. Listen to hear from an expert on when it may be time to get a divorce, why some couples get divorced, and what to do if you’re just not in love anymore.   In This Episode We’ll Cover: The easiest way to know when it’s time...

  You know those couples that post about their partner non stop on social media, or post ESSAYS about their love? Well, research shows that they might not be as solid as they seem. This is our second episode with relationship expert Ty Tashiro and the 4th episode in our relationship series. Ty shares even more evidence based information on how to truly be happier in your partnership for a love that lasts.    In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to grow stronger in your relationship How...

Surprise! We have a bonus episode for you. Do you struggle with mindful eating? Same. Everybody knows they should be eating mindfully, but no one is doing it consistently. We're hoping to change that. This episode is brought to you by Siete Foods. We recorded this LIVE as part of their EPIC 2023 Wellness Summit. Thank you to the Siete team for hosting us at this event. BTW if you haven't heard about Siete before, they are a Mexican-American food brand rooted in family, that makes delicious...

We’re talking online dating with a TRUE expert, Logan Ury. Logan is a behavioral scientist turned dating coach AND Director of Relationship Science at Hinge. In this episode we talk about all the secrets of how to be great at online dating. Should you lie about your age if you’re over 35? Is it OK to ghost if you’re not interested? Listen to find out.    In This Episode We’ll Cover: Is dating getting WORSE? What is behavioral science?  How to create the best dating profile What is a...

Does colorism play a role in dating? Do successful CisHet black men tend to marry non-black women? Do Black women have a harder time finding love? Today on the podcast we dive into all things dating with matchmaker Tennesha Wood @tenneshawood. Tennesha is the founder of The Broom List, the first and only matchmaking service for Black professionals. This is the second episode of our Dating & Relationships series and you don’t want to miss it!   In This Episode, We’ll Cover: Common...

NEW MONTH, NEW SERIES. This time we’re talking about relationships. Do you ever wonder what science has to say about maintaining a fulfilling long-term relationship? Today on the podcast, we interviewed acclaimed relationship scientist, Ty Tashiro. His book, The Science of Happily Ever After, shows how our decision-making abilities falter when choosing mates and how insights from social science can help us make smarter decisions.   You don’t want to miss an episode of our dating and...

Last month when I asked who you wanted us to interview for our habits series, 90% of you said, Gretchen Rubin. Today your wish comes true. For those not familiar with Gretchen, she is one of today’s most influential and thought-provoking observers of happiness and human nature, especially as it pertains to habits. Gretchen is the author of Better than Before, The 4 Tendencies, and The Happiness Project and in this episode, she shares the secret to creating health-promoting habits that will...

Join BFF's and registered dietitians, Wendy Lopez and Jessica Jones, as they talk to different health & nutrition experts about how we can live healthier, more balanced lives. No restrictive diets or quick fixes here. If you’re looking for a sustainable and inclusive path to wellness, hang out with Wendy and Jess every Wednesday and learn how to take care of yourself from the inside out.

It’s that time of the year when we’re being hit with the usual scammy new year, new you content. We’re seeing it all from detoxes to gut cleanses and we’re very much over it. Want to learn how to identify practical habits that will work for you beyond 2023? Listen in to today’s conversation with Sammy Previte + Jenna Werner, dietitians and hosts of the What The Actual Fork podcast.   In This Episode We’ll Cover: Why you should skip the detox diets and cleanses Evidenced based ways to...

There’s so much pressure to start a new fitness routine for the new year and oftentimes people sign up for exercises they don’t even enjoy doing. Today we’re talking with Barry Shingle who has over 20 years of experience working in fitness and is the director of programming at Rancho La Puerta. We explore ways to develop a fitness routine that you actually enjoy (and that lasts beyond January!)   In This Episode, We’ll Cover: Ways to create sustainable habits around exercise Why having...

We aren’t the biggest fans of New Year’s resolutions. Studies show 91 percent of us won’t achieve our new year’s resolutions, so it’s time to try something new. This month we are focusing on how to build healthy habits, starting with 23 (non-diet-ey) food habits that add up over time. We talk about everything from our strategies for getting enough water to how we are able to put together a nourishing breakfast in 5 minutes or less.   In This Episode, We’ll Cover: Our top food habits that...

Do you compare yourself with others? (Raises hand.) Today we're re-airing one of our favorite conversations with Marci Evans on social comparison theory. If you have ever compared your success, body image, relationship status, friendships or even living situation to anyone else (especially on social media), you HAVE to listen to this episode.   Social comparison theory states that individuals determine their own social and personal worth based on how they stack up against others. In some...

We’re wrapping up this nutrition essentials series by answering some of your most commonly asked nutrition questions. We cover topics like plant-based meat substitutes, iron intake concerns and the benefits of eating fermented foods.    In This Episode We’ll Cover: Whether or not people should eat plant-based substitutes The best oils for cooking  If you need to be concerned about eating more iron Ways to eat more fermented foods + MORE!    3 Ways You Can Support This Podcast: Rate...

Meal prep can be a major challenge for people who have busy work or school schedules…where do you find the time? Today we’re going through each step of our meal prep guide, from having an organized kitchen to gathering inspo for meals. By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to confidently make meals that are satisfying and enjoyable.   In This Episode We’ll Cover: How to organize your kitchen to make meal prep easier Our favorite kitchen tools for meal prep Our top resources for meal...

People throw around the term healthy eating so frequently that it’s become wrapped up in confusion and vagueness. The everyday person doesn’t even know what it means anymore and oftentimes, “healthy eating” is actually masked as disordered eating. We’re here to provide some clarity on what healthy eating means and also leave you with some practical information on how to eat healthier.   In This Episode We’ll Cover: What healthy eating IS and what healthy eating IS NOT  How to put together...

As a registered dietitian, Shira Barlow MS, RD (aka The Food Therapist) has built a broad clientele. From celebrities seeking a nutrition plan for their next big role to moms trying to fit in a healthy bite during naptime, Shira has identified one of the most common challenges that we all share: we struggle to eat thoughtfully while navigating busy lives. Listen along every Monday - Friday as Shira shares tips and tricks to help uncomplicate your relationship with food in Dear Media...

Why do carbs and fats get so much shade? It seems like protein is always the “it” girl and in the world of nutrition misinformation, fats and carbs have historically been associated with weight gain, which has created fear around these food groups. Today we’re talking about whether or not protein provides more nutritional benefits than carbs and fats.    In This Episode We’ll Cover: The historical context behind the demonization of fats and carbs    How the desire for thinness has been...

With the holidays this week, we are re-airing this timely conversation. Yewande Komolafe is a journalist for New York Times Cooking with a keen eye for FLAVOR. As an immigrant from Nigeria, she loves incorporating the flavors of her culture combined with the techniques of traditional french cooking. Today on the pod, I talk with Yewande about her unique take on Thanksgiving and how her immigration to the United States during her college years shaped the way she celebrates the holiday.     ...

Social media and influencer culture has given rise to SO many online scams, from detox supplements to pyramid schemes. Today we talk with journalist Symeon Brown about how social media has been shifting culture, beauty standards and what people are defining as success. Symeon Brown is a reporter and journalist and was nominated for a 2019 Orwell Prize and shortlisted for a 2018 British Journalism Award.   In This Episode We’ll Cover:   The ways in which social media creates a false sense...