FUELED | wellness + nutrition with Molly Kimball

Featured on NOLA Adore’s “A-List of 2021’s Most Influential New Orleanians,” singer-songwriter Robin Barnes (aka the “Songbird of New Orleans”) is one of the city’s most noteworthy cultural ambassadors. She’s toured the globe, performed at world-renowned events and received acclaim from international media, but she’s also had her share of challenges along the way. This week on FUELED, Robin joins me to share a peek behind what drives her to bring such positivity, energy and fire to all that she does. You’ll also learn – and hear – her spectacular hidden talent and the stunning revelation about her career that she almost never talks about.LINKS: Connect with Robin: @ NewOrleansSongBirdwww.robinbarnesmusic.comWe would love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell us why! Leave us a review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.Executive Producers are Riley Peleuses + Michaela Garrison for YEA Networks / YEA Podcasts If you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Molly as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to podcast@yeanetworks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it possible to be addicted to food? According to the experts who are studying the mind and body's response to food, the answer is a resounding yes. Ashley Gearhardt, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Michigan, joins me to weigh in on the insidious nature of food addiction. She’ll also share with us how she created the Yale Food Addiction Scale, an internationally recognized tool to identify those who are most likely to experience an addictive response to food, and what we can do to combat food addiction.Dr. Gearhardt’s website + the Yale Food Addiction Scale: https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/fastlab/yale-food-addiction-scale/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Is it a hormonal imbalance or is it anxiety?” “I don’t have any energy. What’s wrong with me?” “Why can’t I seem to stop gaining weight?” These are just a few of the most common concerns Robin Bone, MD, OB-GYN at Ochsner Health, hears from her patients. She joins me this week on FUELED to share the answers to these burning questions and more.LINKS:•Ochsner Health Women's Group - Lakeside + Baptist locations in New Orleans | 504-885-8563•More about Dr. Robin Bone | www.ochsner.org/doctors/robin-bone•Nutrition consult with Molly’s team of RDs at Ochsner Fitness: for information & to schedule, e-mail Nutrition@ochsner.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following up on last week’s episode about protein powder, this week on FUELED podcast, we’re talking protein bars. I share what to look for on labels along with my top five picks – all of which are great sources of protein and have zero (or very low) added sugar and no artificial sweeteners or colors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re looking to incorporate a protein powder into your nutrition plan, the sheer number of options out there can be overwhelming, ranging from plant-based to collagen peptides and everything in between. In this episode, we’ve got the rundown on key differences between protein powders, how to determine which one is right for you, and how to use supplements like these to incorporate more protein throughout your day.LINKS:Molly’s Collagen interview on Orgain’s ‘The Good Clean Nutrition’ podcast | https://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/2/episode/14Molly’s Top Picks for Protein Powders:Whey Isolate: Garden of Life Sport Grass Fed Whey | https://www.gardenoflife.com/products/our-protein/grass-fed-wheyWhey Concentrate: Designer Whey Natural | https://designerwellness.com/collections/designer-whey/products/designer-whey-proteinPlant-Based Protein Powder: Orgain Organic Plant Protein & RAW Protein by Garden of LifeProtein Powder for Baking + Cooking: simply tera’s organic whey protein, plain unsweetened | https://simplyteras.com/products/organic-whey-protein?seg=organic&flavor=pl&variant=40310230155429Collagen Peptides: Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides and Orgain Grass Fed Collagen Peptides*Collagen Research:o Skin Elasticity: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23949208 o Wrinkle Reduction + Dermal Matrix Synthesis: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24401291 o Osteoarthritis: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24852756 o Athletes & joint health: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18416885 Molly’s past podcast, Know Your Macros: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-your-macros-how-much-carb-protein-fat-calories-you-need/id1459883591?i=1000489309841 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Balance is everything. If our equilibrium is off, everything feels off. And – get this – bizarre as it may sound, tiny crystals in our ears can be a cause of vertigo. Abby Tribou, Doctorate of Audiology at Ochsner Health, joins me this week to discuss more about this condition, including causes, symptoms and available treatments.About Ochsner Audiology department | https://www.ochsner.org/services/audiologyOchsner Audiology Department [New Orleans] | 504-842-4565Ochsner ENT Scheduling 504-842-4080 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adults are turning to Pedialyte for ‘off-label’ uses like sports drink alternative, muscle cramping remedy and hangover cure. So just how does this medical-grade blend that’s designed for 𝘬𝘪𝘥𝘴 measure up, and is it really something worth adding into our lifestyles? I break down what you need to know including nutrition stats and better-for-you options.LINKS ✧ Tiffany’s How Pedialyte got Pedialit: www.vox.com/the-goods/2018/9/10/17819358/pedialyte-hangover-marketing-strategy-instagram-influencers✧ Molly’s article about Pedialyte: http://mollykimball.com/2021/06/pedialyte-cure-all-fact-or-fiction/✧ Molly’s WGNO TV segment on Pedialyte: https://wgno.com/good-morning-new-orleans/fueled-wellness-with-molly/fueled-wellness-nutrition-pedialyte-cure-all-fact-or-fiction/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've noticed the ever-growing number of low-carb and keto ice cream options in the freezer section of your local grocery store and you're on the fence about trying them out, give this episode a listen. I share a rundown on the most popular brands, including their ingredients, nutritional stats and - most importantly - how they rank, according to our informal taste test panel!LINKMolly’s article | http://mollykimball.com/2021/05/low-carb-keto-ice-cream-pints-how-they-measure-up/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's no place like Costco. Where else can you buy groceries, a new TV and an extra tire for your car at the same time? (Also -- hello, free samples!) Costco also has an impressive array of good-for-you foods that you can buy in bulk. This week on FUELED, we go up and down the aisles to share nearly four dozen Costco finds that make it easier than ever to squeeze in nutritional goodness.LINKS 2021 WGNO TV segment, Top Costco Finds | https://wgno.com/good-morning-new-orleans/fueled-wellness-with-molly/fueled-wellness-nutrition-5-top-costco-finds/amp/Behind the Brand interview with Kevin of Kevin’s! | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fueled-wellness-nutrition-with-molly-kimball/id1459883591?i=1000518862483Molly’s Behind the Brand interview with Hanley’s Dressings | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fueled-wellness-nutrition-with-molly-kimball/id1459883591?i=1000518862483 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Staying hydrated is key to maximizing energy, workout performance and recovery. But replenishing fluids doesn’t have to mean sugary sports drinks. This week on FUELED, I share a rundown of my top picks for low-sugar, all-natural electrolyte-rich hydration.LINKSPast episode: The Science of Muscle Cramps with expert Bob Murray | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-muscle-cramping-expert-interview-w-dr-bob-murray/id1459883591?i=1000489309847Molly’s WGNO segment, Beyond Sugary Sports Drinks | https://wgno.com/good-morning-new-orleans/fueled-wellness-with-molly/fueled-wellness-nutrition-love-it-like-it-hate-it-sports-drinks-electrolyte-replenishing-drinks/Molly’s article about Pickle Juice | https://blog.ochsner.org/articles/pickle-juice-and-muscle-cramps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices