Health Bite
Welcome to HealthBite, the podcast that offers small actionable bites to greater physical, mental and emotional health and wellbeing.
Join Dr Adrienne Youdim, a triple board certified internist, obesity medicine and physician nutrition specialist as she explores the intersection of science, nutrition and health and wellbeing in pursuit of tools and insights to live well.
“Good nutrition is not just about the food that you eat, but all the ways in which you can nourish yourself physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally.
These quick bites will leave you feeling motivated, empowered and inspired.
For more visit https://dradrienneyoudim.com/
Episodes
240 episodes
246. You Lost the Weight… So Why Doesn't It Feel Like Enough?
You lost the weight. You hit your goal. So why doesn't it feel like enough?Maybe this speaks to you. You're taking a GLP-1, you've hit your goal, but somehow now it doesn't seem like enough. Now you want more.In this episode, Dr. ...
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15:57
245. What Your Hunger Is Really Telling You—It’s Not Just About Food
Your physical hunger is actually trying to tell you something deeper about your emotional and spiritual needs—and science proves it.Even with powerful appetite-suppressing medications like GLP-1s (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro), Dr. Adrie...
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26:41
244. Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro: The Truth About Weight Loss Drugs No One Tells You
What if I told you that weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are not just about shedding pounds—but can also reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and even improve sleep apnea?And what if I also told you that while t...
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38:40
243. The Hunger Beneath the Hunger. Why This CEO's Craving Had Nothing to Do with Food feat. Jim Weiss
If you think hunger is just about food, this story will change your mind. Jim Weiss, founder of Real Chemistry, shares how his drive for success masked a deeper hunger that no amount of achievement could satisfy.Why Listen to T...
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44:02
242. Resilience in Action: How Ginous Assil Overcame Loss and Thrived as a Female Entrepreneur
If you think resilience means handling everything alone, this story will change your mind. Ginous Assil shares how she faced big loss and crisis not by going solo, but by trusting her inner wisdom and leaning on a supportive community. H...
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37:27
241.#REFRAME: Master Burnout by Changing the Story You Tell Yourself
What if the voice in your head saying "I'll slow down when everything is done" is the very thing keeping you burned out and running on empty?In this final episode of our burnout series, Dr. Adrienne Youdim reveals how your interna...
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27:03
240.#RESTORE: How to Restore Your Energy from Burnout in 4 Simple Steps with the F.U.E.L Framework
You can't think your way out of burnout—but you can systematically restore what chronic stress has stolen from your mind, body, and spirit.Dr. Adrienne Youdim reveals why vacation time isn't enough to heal chronic depletion, and shares t...
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22:17
239.5 Essential Practices to Build Resilience Through Life's Transitions
What if the most painful life transitions are actually your greatest opportunities to build unshakeable resilience?Fresh from dropping her son off at college cross-country, Dr. Adrienne Youdim shares the real-time tools she used to navig...
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18:59
238. #REGULATE: Why You Can't Think Your Way Out of Burnout (And What Actually Works)
What if the reason you can't break free from chronic stress has nothing to do with your mindset—and everything to do with your nervous system being stuck in survival mode?Meet the science behind why willpower fails when you need it most—...
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23:25
237. Why High Achievers Ask ‘Is This It?’ How to Break Free from Restlessness and Find True Purpose
What if the most successful person in your network was secretly asking "Am I living my best life?"—and despite all achievements, the answer was no?Meet Steve Wilt, financial executive with a thriving practice and community respect...
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37:52
236. Why High Achievers Burn Out (And How to Break the Cycle)
Your pursuit of excellence is actually sabotaging your success. The achieve-then-crash cycle isn't just costing you your health—it's costing the global economy $8.8 trillion in lost productivity.Here's what most people don't understand: ...
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18:57
235.Weekend Warriors: How to Stay Active and Healthy with Limited Time
What if I told you that just 7 minutes of movement per day could extend your lifespan? Or that exercising only on weekends provides nearly the same health benefits as daily workouts?You're not alone if this sounds too good to be true—man...
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21:08
234.The Nutrient of Agency: Why Choice Is Your Most Powerful Health Tool
Do you ever feel like life is just happening to you? Like you're stuck in patterns, relationships, and habits that drain you, yet you keep showing up for them anyway?You're not alone—many high-achieving professionals feel trapped by thei...
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9:40
233.Navigating Alzheimer's with Courage and Connection with Dr. Gregory Nelson
What if an Alzheimer's diagnosis doesn't have to mean the end of purpose, connection, and meaningful living - but rather the beginning of a deeper understanding of what truly matters?With 6.7 million Americans age 65 and older living wit...
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38:45
232.The Courage to Begin Again: Finding Yourself Beyond Old Labels with Petra Kolber
What if the key to living a life without regret isn't avoiding failure, but embracing the courage to try - especially when you're "too old" to start something new?In our achievement-obsessed culture, we're conditioned to believe that tra...
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43:21
231.Why 60% of Us Are Lonely Despite Having 'Great Friends' (Why Being 'Peopled Out' Still Leaves You Lonely) with Shasta Nelson
What if the secret to beating loneliness isn't making more friends, but creating deeper intimacy in the friendships you already have?In our hyperconnected yet increasingly lonely world, we're all feeling the weight of disconnection. Over...
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44:48
230.From Dissonance to Dialogue: The Psychology of Connection in Challenging Times with Shahrzad Jalali
What if the way we handle conflict and division could actually heal our fractured world – starting with healing ourselves?In our increasingly polarized times, we're all feeling the weight of division – whether it's global tensions, polit...
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39:51
229. The Hidden Beliefs Sabotaging Your Freedom — And How to Break Free Today with Shelly Lefkoe
What if the beliefs you formed as a child are still running your adult life – and you don't even know it?Most of us live on autopilot, unconsciously driven by invisible beliefs we formed before age 8. These beliefs don't just influence o...
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45:14
228. Demystifying Addiction: Understanding Your Habitual Patterns to Live Better (Addicted or Not) with Ariella Morrow
What if your greatest strength as a high achiever is actually your most dangerous weakness – and the voice in your head isn't really "you" at all?It sounds counterintuitive, but the same drive that propels us to success can quietly lead ...
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49:58
227. Mastering Uncertainty: How to Transform Reactivity into Resilience Using the F.U.E.L Method
Feeling overwhelmed by constant change? You're not alone.How do we navigate change and uncertainty with resilience and adaptability? And how do we navigate our natural tendency to become reactive, especially in times of uncer...
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31:01
226. Boundaries for Unbounded Creativity: How Pause and Permission Breeds Success with Sheri Jacobs
What if the key to unlocking your wildest creativity isn't endless freedom, but the surprising power of boundaries, pause, and permission?It seems strange, but creativity thrives when we have boundaries. It's like being on a playground –...
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40:47
225.The Best Nutrition to Maximize Weight Loss on GLP-1s with Gretchen Zimmermann
In a world where the conversation around obesity and weight management is evolving, understanding the role of nutrition and medication becomes crucial for achieving lasting health.In this episode of Health Bite, Dr. Adrienne Youdim welco...
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38:31
224. Feeling Stress is Optional: Strategies for a Healthier Mind and Body with Dr. Robyn Tiger
In a world where the pressures of modern life can lead to overwhelming stress and disconnection from our true selves, the journey toward stress management and holistic well-being becomes essential.In this episode of Health Bite, Dr. Adri...
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44:01
223. Beat Burnout: Discover the Secret to Resilience through Pivot with Mel Thacker
In a world where the pursuit of external validation often overshadows our true selves, the concept of "pivot" emerges as a vital nutrient for personal growth and fulfillment.In this episode of Health Bite, Dr. Adrienne Youdim welcomes Me...
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