Sound Bites With Melissa Joy Dobbins

According to sports nutritionist Nancy Clark: Food is fuel. Food is health. As humans, we are SUPPOSED to eat. Too many people try to "stay away" from food (especially "carbs") in their efforts to lose body fat. People need to know that food "works"; that what and when and how they eat matters in terms of enjoying high energy, feeling good, and performing well, whether you are an athlete, fitness exerciser or "just" a busy person. Tune in to this episode to learn about: The physiology of hunger Why and how to “listen to your body” The connection between weight and exercise (weight loss, weight maintenance, weight gain, disordered eating) How COVID-19 has impacted weight and exercise How menopause impacts weight and exercise Fueling your body for fitness, daily activities, and “performance” Why the fear of “carbs” could be interfering with exercise and weight management The four food “buckets” and protein “pacing” The importance of rest when it comes to exercise and weight The truth about “resting cardio” Com