Jen Smiley, Host of Wake Up and Read the Labels and Founder of The Clean Eating Academy, helps listeners discover the power of eating clean for a healthier life. Jen's podcast and coaching have already transformed how people see food. Jen dives into the world of clean eating, revealing how simple changes can lead to big health improvements. She talks about common foods like tea and coffee and how hidden toxins can affect our bodies. Jen references past episodes with experts like Dr. Emily Gonzalez, who talked about the toxins in coffee, and Dr. Michael Goran who spent 20 years studying the effects of sweeteners. She also shares inspiring stories from the Clean Eating Academy including Michelle's journey from shedding excess weight to discontinuing medications, and Marie's story of noticing the difference in how she looks and feels after changing her diet. In this episode, Jen talks about the hidden toxins in everyday foods, the importance of mindful eating habits, and real success stories from the Clean Eating Academy. Key Takeaways [01:23] - The importance of eating clean. [05:13] - Clean eating tips. [08:10] - What is clean eating? [14:23] - Ingredients to avoid. [16:02] - Frequently asked questions. [26:24] - Client success stories. Quotes [03:57] - “You actually just have to commit and realize that you don’t have to be perfect.” ~ Jen Smiley [08:14] - “Clean eating is eating foods made with real ingredients your body can recognize and digest.” ~ Jen Smiley [08:23] - “Today in 2023, we have so many food options, and how the food is made has become lost to us.“ ~ Jen Smiley Links  Bulletproof Coffee Avoiding Hidden Toxins in Your Coffee with Dr. Emily Gonzalez Summit Spring Water The Truth About Bottled Water with Bryan Pullen The Real Secret to Staying Sugar Proof with Dr. Michael Goran Clean Eating Academy Paleovalley Pique Life Panera Bread Chick-fil-A Sysco US Foods Beyond Meat Connect with our host Jen on Instagram Jen on Facebook Wake Up and Read the Labels! Schedule a 15 Min Breakthrough Chat with a WURL Food Coach! Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts