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Girl Talk Decoded
Welcome to Girl Talk Decoded, the unconventional women’s health podcast where we tackle all things women’s health—emotional, physical, and everything in between. Hosted by Mary Vance, Certified Nutrition Consultant, and Carla Hernandez, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, we bring a combined 30 years of expertise and a love for unfiltered conversations about real issues affecting women daily. Twice a month, we call out the BS and make complex topics user-friendly, discussing the latest research, personal stories, and insightful interviews on everything from nutrition, mental health, and relationships to fertility, perimenopause, autoimmune diseases, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned health guru or just want to better understand your body, this podcast will challenge your perspectives, validate your experiences, and empower you to take control of your health.
Girl Talk Decoded
#6 - The MAHA Movement: Real Priorities Over Misinformation
In this episode, Mary and Carla dive into a lively chat about the state of public health. They break down the "Make America Healthy Again" movement, focusing on food additives, environmental policies, and the bigger issues driving America’s health crisis – like unaffordable healthcare, food deserts, and sedentary lifestyles. They also compare the U.S. approach to Europe’s, exploring what we can learn from their focus on community well-being and healthcare. This conversation is full of practical insights and offers empowering ideas for making positive changes in your own life.
Episode highlights:
(1:12) California wildfires: Carla’s experience and Mary's practical tips for lung health
(7:23) Introduction to the "Make America Healthy Again" movement
(9:15) Issues with focusing solely on food additives and seed oils
(15:33) Affordable healthcare: The foundation for improving public health
(21:37) The role of movement and community in health outcomes
(26:08)) Practical, accessible steps to improve health
(30:55) Lessons from the blue zones and the importance of connection
(37:15) Addressing food deserts and systemic health inequities
(41:37) Outro
Check out Mary’s article on the MAHA movement: https://bit.ly/4fZiXwM
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