(EP 306) - Foundations Conversation Month 4 Update - Food

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Feb 10, 2025

Zeritza Young, Scott H Young's wife and a passionate advocate for healthy eating, dives into the journey of mindful eating amidst us navigating a sea of processed foods. They discuss how cultural backgrounds shape eating habits and emotional bonds with food. The importance of protein-rich breakfasts and smart snacking is emphasized, with practical tips shared for healthier choices. Zeritza also explores dietary fats, advocating for informed decisions about cooking oils, and highlights the personal joys found in cooking and eating well.

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ANECDOTE

Scott's Food Journey

Scott Young discusses his unusual relationship with food due to childhood nut and milk allergies.
These allergies made food choices a constant consideration, influencing his interest in vegetarianism and diet-health connections.

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Cultural Impact on Eating Habits

Zeritza Young highlights the cultural impact on eating habits, emphasizing home-cooked meals in her upbringing.
Moving out presented challenges in replicating those habits, leading to a period of learning and adapting her cooking style.

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Beans in the Summer

The couple shares an anecdote about cultural differences in cooking habits, specifically making beans in the summer.
Zeritza's Macedonian background involves long cooking times for beans, contrasting with Scott's preference for avoiding heat in the summer.

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