FUELED | wellness + nutrition with Molly Kimball

Regular movement, adequate sleep and good nutrition are some of the best ways to better equip our bodies to deal with life’s stressors, and taking certain natural supplements may also help to give your body the extra boost it needs. This week, I share six nutritional supplements that have been shown to help to improve mood and decrease feelings of stress, anxiety or depression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Alisha's husband passed away suddenly, two days before Christmas, her entire life changed. She began to question her purpose. But after receiving an outpouring of love and compassion from her community, and learning how sharing her journey of healing inspired other women, this mother, pharmacist and certified life coach launched her own brand, Fly with Alisha Reed. Through it, she continues to share an important message with the world: In order to live your best life, honor those you've lost and defeat self-doubt, you must first love yourself. She shares this and more in her “real” raw truth. LINKS Connect with Dr. Alisha Reed: Alisha’s website | www.flywithlish.comAlisha’s podcast |www.theflywidowpodcast.comSocial | @flywithalishareed on Instagram +@flywithalisha on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We can all benefit from receiving the gift of wellness, no matter where we are on our journey of whole-body health. To help get you into the spirit, I’m sharing some of my top picks for life-enhancing gift ideas to suit an array of people on your list. And - I've included feedback from friends who have either gifted or received some of these gifts themselves, sharing the impact they've made in their daily lives.LINK Molly’s Holiday Gift Guide | www.mollykimball.com/2021/12/mollys-2021-wellness-themed-gift-guide-including-many-under-40/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, filled with festive treats – especially holiday cookies! If you’re planning to bake up a batch for DIY edible gifts or a cookie swap this year, you’re in luck. Low-carb baking expert and cookbook author Carolyn Ketchum joins us to share with us her expertise on all things low-carb baking, including how to master texture and flavor to take your low-carb holiday cookie game to the next level.LINKS✧Carolyn’s latest book: The Ultimate Guide to Keto Baking | www.alldayidreamaboutfood.com/keto-baking/✧Carolyn’s website [search almond flour 101 for her tips] | www.alldayidreamaboutfood.com ✧Carolyn’s past podcasts with Molly: NOCHI x Eat Fit Workshop Instructor Trio | https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/the-art-science-of-plant-based-sweeteners-gluten/id1459883591?i=1000528984806✧Carolyn on baking low carb bread | https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/expert-bakers-share-how-to-bake-delicious-nutritious/id1459883591?i=1000489309837✧Carolyn’s top picks for DIY holiday cookie recipes:Sugar Cookie Cut-Outs | www.alldayidreamaboutfood.com/cut-out-sugar-cookies/Gingerbread Men | www.alldayidreamaboutfood.com/classic-gingerbread-men-low-carb-and-gluten-free/Ricotta Cookies | www.alldayidreamaboutfood.com/keto-ricotta-cookies/Keto Peppermint Bark Cookies | www.alldayidreamaboutfood.com/keto-peppermint-bark-cookies/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do the dark days of winter make you want to curl up under the covers and stay there until the sun shines again? You're not alone. Fewer daylight hours can impact our mood, productivity and even our cravings and sleep patterns. Ochsner Health family practice physician Whitney Hardy, MD, joins me to discuss why shorter, darker days can leave us feeling down in the dumps, how much vitamin D we really need and practical tips we can follow to beat the winter blues. LINK Connect with Dr. Whitney Hardy | www.ochsner.org/doctors/whitney-hardy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donate and do good. Donate nutritious foods and do even better. This week on FUELED, I’m joined by Eat Fit Acadiana Registered Dietitian Yvette Quantz to share strategies to help us donate with intention and respect to truly help those in need, as well as a list of nutritious items to consider including in your donation.LINKS Eat Fit Food Pantry Donation Guide | file:///C:/Temp/Ochsner%20Eat%20Fit%20Food%20Pantry%20Donation%20Guide%202020.pdfWe Can Do Better - Yvette’s blog post | https://yvettequantz.com/we-can-do-better/Food Pantry Donation: How to Give with Respect | https://blog.ochsner.org/articles/food-pantry-donation-how-to-give-with-respectHealthy Acadiana Food Donation Toolkit | https://www.dropbox.com/sh/y97sc8jnxlx58ge/AADcOCecTzRJrSHNQxpvcY_Ta?dl=0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you weren’t able to catch all of our special Dream Bold Wellness Travel Series, then don’t miss this “CliffsNotes” episode of FUELED. Scott Wanke and I share a round-up of the key takeaways from the 12 different episodes + featured experts, from packing and saving tips to advice on traveling Europe, the islands and the mountains. We also delve into the top things you need to know about solo travel, navigating credit card points and picking the right travel insurance for your adventure. Bon voyage, y'all! | Dream Bold Adventure + Travel Series, Ep 12 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it’s a weekend getaway or traveling abroad for a month (or two, or three), it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with all the tasks that need to be done before you leave. To help alleviate last-minute stress and uncertainty, Scott Wanke and I share our tips around passports, packing and other pre-travel to-dos. Use our suggestions to create a list of your own so that you can reduce the anxiety of planning your next adventure.LINKS Molly + Scott’s Backpack Picks: Under Armour undeniable 3.0 Backpack | https://www.underarmour.com/en-us/p/backpacks_and_bags/ua_undeniable_3.0_backpack/1294721.htmlNorth Face Trashcan Pack | https://www.bonanza.com/items/like/1033291532/The-North-Face-Trashcan-Back-Day-Pack-Black-Top-Loader-10335-F0-NEW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this very special episode of FUELED, I fully embrace vulnerability to share my raw truth – the twists and turns, triumphs and disappointments of my journey that have brought me to where I am today, both personally and professionally. We often think we know someone – who they are, where they’re coming from, what they stand for. But the reality for many of us is that there are aspects of ourselves that we don’t often show to others, and experiences that we may not talk much about, yet have truly shaped who we are today. It’s my hope that my story might inspire, and I am honored to share it with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Wanke and I agree that some of our favorite places to visit when traveling are European cities and island destinations. This week, as part of our special Travel and Adventure series, we share stories from our personal European and island travel experiences as well as tips on selecting a destination, planning logistics and how to best enjoy your journey.LINKS✧ A Country-by-Country Guide to Reopened Europe | https://www.nytimes.com/article/travel-to-europe.html✧ Vax rules? Search by country | https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices