FUELED | wellness + nutrition with Molly Kimball

We all need vacation, whether it’s a getaway with friends, a personal retreat or a family member’s out-of-town wedding. And the truth is, we can take time off without looking like we’re slacking. The first step? Making the request in the right way. Chelsea Perret and Amber Sahlberg of Ochsner Health’s Human Resources department join us to share tips on how to have the seemingly difficult vacation conversation with poise | Dream Bold Adventure + Travel Series, Ep 6.LINKHave a travel or time-off question for our HR guest team? Send an email to dreamteam@ochsner.org and we’ll pass it along! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Tim Spector, Professor of Genetic Epidemiology at King's College London, joins me once again in this much anticipated follow-up episode to talk through my ZOE gut microbiome test results and share recommendations for next steps. Also – a quick update on what’s been happening behind the scenes of my personal health journey. LINKS ✧ Gut Microbiome & Our Wellness: Tim Spector interview, part 1 | www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gut-microbiome-our-wellness-whats-the-connection/id1459883591?i=1000517263457✧ More about + by Tim Spector | www.tim-spector.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

The past 18 months of Covid have taken a toll on our psyche, our reserves. And now, upheaval from a storm reminds us, once again, that we are no match against the forces of nature. Our strength and optimism are challenged, with very little in our control. But as we look ahead, not knowing what tomorrow brings, there are steps we can take to maintain a sense of normalcy. This week on FUELED, I share five things we can do to help us make sense of – and manage – our fears, doubts and uncertainty so they don’t get the best of us.LINKSContact Ochsner Health for no-cost therapy session using the code IDAtherapy at Ochsner.org/anywhereResources + nonprofits to support those affected by Hurricane Ida: @anothergulf.ispossible@2ndharvestgnoa@cajunnavyrelief@NOCHI@nolaready@MutualAidLouisiana Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it's a tight budget, a heavy workload or the kids' school term that's preventing you from traveling, your personal situation doesn't have to squash your wanderlust entirely. Scott Wanke and I share tips and tricks to see a familiar world with fresh eyes. From camping (or glamping) trips and exotic car racing to local tours and cooking classes, there are myriad ways to experience your home as a world traveler would | Dream Bold Adventure + Travel Series, Ep 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After being diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer, former burger joint owner Phil de Gruy made the decision to treat himself with a healthy lifestyle. Now an avid runner and an advocate of a plant-filled Mediterranean diet, Phil is on a mission to help others like himself make the switch to healthier living. He joins me this week as part of a special new FUELED series called “The Raw Truth,” a collection of inspiring stories of resilience, optimism and taking control of one’s life through conscious choices.LINKPhil’s story in Louisiana Life Magazine | www.louisianalife.com/issue/louisiana-life/july-august-2021/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you “play your cards right,” you’ll never have to pay for full-priced travel again! That’s the message Samantha Rosen, Editor at Next Advisor, is sharing with us today on today’s special episode of FUELED. She’s also sharing the 411 on all things credit card points, from tips on how to maximize their benefits to her recommendations for the best cards for earning free or discounted flights and hotel rooms.LINKS✧ The Points Guy Beginner’s Guide to Traveling with Points: https://thepointsguy.com/guide/beginners/✧ Glossary to Points & Miles Lingo: https://thepointsguy.com/guide/points-and-miles-glossary/✧ Best Beginner Credit Cards: https://time.com/nextadvisor/credit-cards/best-beginner-credit-cards/✧ Best Credit Cards x Online Shopping: https://thepointsguy.com/guide/best-cards-online-shopping/✧ Chase Sapphire Card – Is it Worth the Annual Fee? https://time.com/nextadvisor/credit-cards/chase/is-chase-sapphire-reserve-worth-annual-fee/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gummy vitamins have expanded far beyond the kids’ aisle, many with brands claiming to be an ‘excellent source’ and ‘powerful blend of essential nutrients’ for adults. In today’s episode of FUELED, we take a closer look at just how they actually measure up and if they're really worth adding to your regime. LINKS✧ Molly on WGNO | https://wgno.com/good-morning-new-orleans/fueled-wellness-with-molly/fueled-wellness-nutrition-gummy-vitamins-nutrient-rich-supplement-or-glorified-candy/✧ Based in Louisiana? Info re. Ochsner Fitness Center Registered Dietitians | nutrition@ochsner.org✧ Outside of Louisiana: Find a RD: www.eatright.org/find-a-nutrition-expert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Born in Europe and having explored dozens of countries, Lolly has travel in her blood. Visiting new places and meeting new people is her passion, and she documents her journeys on her blog, “Travel with Lolly.” She joins us this week on FUELED to share the details of her step by step travel checklist. This incredible free resource helps to organize our travel – along with what to do before we leave, helping to alleviate anxiety and last-minute fire drills | Dream Bold Adventure + Travel Series, Ep 3. LINKS ✧Travel with Lolly website: https://travelwithlolly.com/✧Lolly’s Travel Planning Timeline: https://travelwithlolly.com/travel-planning-timeline/✧Travel with Lolly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelwithlolly/✧Memorable Travel Experiences: https://travelwithlolly.com/connecting-with-others-through-travel/Born in Europe and having explored dozens of countries, Lolly has travel in her blood. Visiting new places and meeting new people is her passion, and she documents her journeys on her blog, “Travel with Lolly.” She joins us this week on FUELED to share the details of her step by step travel checklist. This incredible free resource helps to organize our travel – along with what to do before we leave, helping to alleviate anxiety and last-minute fire drills | Dream Bold Adventure + Travel Series, Ep 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I love a good inspiring story of start-up to success, so I love every bit of Hanley’s, including what their brand stands for. Made from thoughtfully-sourced (and often locally-sourced) natural ingredients, Hanley’s unique salad dressings and fixin’s are the stuff salad lovers’ dreams are made of. This week on FUELED, I’m joined by Rich Hanley, the brand’s founder, to learn more about Hanley’s backstory, how their incredible product line came to be, and what they’ve learned about scaling up throughout their now nine-year journey.LINKHanley’s Salad Fixin's for Salad Lovers | salad dressings + toppers: www.hanleysfoods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices