Chasing Life The Joy of Food
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Apr 16, 2024 Dr. Linda Shiue, a physician and chef, discusses how to balance pleasure and nutrition in food choices. Topics include enjoying flavorful healthy options, mindful eating practices, and embracing joy in food while promoting health. The podcast also explores the link between weight, health, and perceptions, with a focus on personalized healthy diets and overcoming guilt in eating.
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Babysitter's Diet
- Dr. Linda Shiue recounts having a babysitter who was a chronic dieter.
- The babysitter ate bland food and seemed perpetually unhappy, sparking early questions about food and mood.
Culinary Medicine Origins
- Dr. Shiue became the first Director of Culinary Medicine due to burnout from traditional medical practices.
- She felt that simply prescribing medication wasn't adequately addressing her patients' overall well-being.
Flavorful and Healthy Cooking
- Learn proper cooking techniques to enhance the flavor of healthy foods, especially vegetables.
- Mastering seasoning and cooking methods can make nutritious food more enjoyable.