• 86. How to Eat Well without Over-Spending
    Nov 25 2024

    Today we’re talking about How to Eat Well without Over-Spending: Food costs have soared so what can we do to feed ourselves and family wholesome meals without over-spending, especially at this time of year with the holiday season looming.

    With food often being one of the biggest costs in the monthly budget, we’re looking at ways to curb overspending. We’re talking about creating a food budget, meal planning, taking stock of what’s on hand in the pantry & freezer & looking at ways to eat wholesome food on a budget. And we’ll chat recipes & ideas of what to cook during the holidays.

    LINKS

    Join us on YouTube

    Connect with us on Instagram

    Check out our website

    Lovoni’s website

    Sarah’s website

    Listen on Apple Podcasts

    Listen on Spotify

    Links for every other podcast platform you can find here on our RSS website

    DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast and on our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider. Our opinions are those of personal experience and research, what has worked for us and what hasn’t. Before changing your exercise habits or diet, seek professional guidance first.

    Show More Show Less
    32 mins
  • Are there Ways to Heal the Negative Relationship with Food?
    Nov 18 2024

    Today we’re talking about healing the unhealthy relationship many of us have with food. We often view foods as good or bad. We use food as a crutch turning to it to support our emotions, only to suffer feelings of guilt.

    What about the negative self-talk we bestow on ourselves when it comes to eating. Or the times we think we can reward ourselves with food. How many times have you tried dieting only to be faced with feelings of the deprivation we think will be the answer to weight loss. Can we combat this love hate relationship with food? Stay tuned in as we delved into this interesting, multi-faceted subject &, share our own stories.

    LINKS

    Join us on YouTube

    Connect with us on Instagram

    Check out our website

    Lovoni’s website

    Sarah’s website

    Listen on Apple Podcasts

    Listen on Spotify

    Links for every other podcast platform you can find here on our RSS website

    DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast and on our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider. Our opinions are those of personal experience and research, what has worked for us and what hasn’t. Before changing your exercise habits or diet, seek professional guidance first.

    Show More Show Less
    39 mins
  • Ep 85. Understanding Dopamine: The Good, the Bad, and Finding Balance
    Nov 11 2024

    Today we’re talking about dopamine, what it is & its functions. Dopamine is a hormone & neurotransmitter known as the ‘feel-good ‘chemical. It plays a key role in functions such as movement, behavior focus, learning, mental health, motivation, sleep, mood, arousal & more.

    Dopamine levels can fluctuate throughout your life. Too much or too little dopamine can lead to health issues. Symptoms of low levels include: ADHD, restless leg syndrome, tired, moodiness, lack of motivation & obesity. Too much dopamine is linked to aggressiveness & trouble control your impulses. How do you know if your dopamine level is optimal?

    LINKS

    Join us on YouTube

    Connect with us on Instagram

    Check out our website

    Lovoni’s website

    Sarah’s website

    Listen on Apple Podcasts

    Listen on Spotify

    Links for every other podcast platform you can find here on our RSS website

    DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast and on our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider. Our opinions are those of personal experience and research, what has worked for us and what hasn’t. Before changing your exercise habits or diet, seek professional guidance first.

    Show More Show Less
    23 mins
  • 84. A Change of Season in Your Life
    Nov 4 2024

    This week we’re talking – how a change of season in your life can leave you unsettled & disorientated… as though you’re standing at some sort of, cliched crossroads, perplexed at what direction to take. Maybe it’s a divorce, a move, your baby leaving the nest or suddenly you find yourself out of a job. Perhaps it’s an age milestone birthday making you question your life & the direction it’s taking. How can we embrace these big changes & go confidently & boldly into the new cycle?

    LINKS

    Join us on YouTube

    Connect with us on Instagram

    Check out our website

    Lovoni’s website

    Sarah’s website

    Listen on Apple Podcasts

    Listen on Spotify

    Links for every other podcast platform you can find here on our RSS website

    DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast and on our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider. Our opinions are those of personal experience and research, what has worked for us and what hasn’t. Before changing your exercise habits or diet, seek professional guidance first.

    Show More Show Less
    1 min
  • 83. Finish the Year Strong
    Oct 28 2024

    This week we’re talking – finishing 2024 strong. Now is not the time to throw in the towel & wait until next year to pursue the goals you’d set for this year. Instead, it’s time to dig deep by persevering & committing to yourself. You might have started the year enthusiastically & then faltered but now is not the time to give up. Hello there & welcome to the Lovoni & Sarah health & wellness podcast.

    No matter your goal - whether it be health-related such as regular exercising, losing weight, starting a new business venture, curbing your spending, consistent journaling or whatever it is you’ve been wanting to achieve this year, you can still start and lay some solid foundations for the year to come. So, let’s double down build your confidence and finish the year strong.

    LINKS

    Join us on YouTube

    Connect with us on Instagram

    Check out our website

    Lovoni’s website

    Sarah’s website

    Listen on Apple Podcasts

    Listen on Spotify

    Links for every other podcast platform you can find here on our RSS website

    DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast and on our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider. Our opinions are those of personal experience and research, what has worked for us and what hasn’t. Before changing your exercise habits or diet, seek professional guidance first.

    Show More Show Less
    33 mins
  • 82. We're Having a Holiday/Vacation Break
    Sep 23 2024

    We’ll be taking a month-long break from podcasting while we do some traveling, attend to family responsibilities & focus on our businesses.

    We’d like to say a heartfelt thank you to those who have listened, watched us & supported us during this season. We appreciate you all so much and we hope you’ll continue to be part of our podcasting community when we return on October 21st.

    Until then, look after yourself. And we look forward to sharing with you thought-provoking & inspiring content in the next season.

    Show More Show Less
    1 min
  • 81. Favorite Episodes from Season 5
    Sep 16 2024

    Before we take a month-long break we’re looking back over season 5 at what were the listeners & our favorite episodes. We felt this season has been quite holistic: getting back to basics, embracing simplicity & practicing mindfulness. Here we recap which episodes had the biggest impact on us. We hope you find something that can resonates with you in one or several of this season's episodes.

    LINKS

    Join us on YouTube

    Connect with us on Instagram

    Check out our website

    Lovoni’s website

    Sarah’s website

    Listen on Apple Podcasts

    Listen on Spotify

    Links for every other podcast platform you can find here on our RSS website

    DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast and on our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider. Our opinions are those of personal experience and research, what has worked for us and what hasn’t. Before changing your exercise habits or diet, seek professional guidance first.

    Show More Show Less
    36 mins
  • 80. How do we Combat Loneliness
    Sep 9 2024

    Today we’re discussing a topic that has reached epidemic proportions affecting one in two adults - loneliness. Do you struggle with loneliness. We hope you’re not as alone as you might feel but are there things you can do to combat loneliness? And what can society as a whole do to help those who feel so alone?

    LINKS

    Join us on YouTube

    Connect with us on Instagram

    Check out our website

    Lovoni’s website

    Sarah’s website

    Listen on Apple Podcasts

    Listen on Spotify

    Links for every other podcast platform you can find here on our RSS website

    DISCLAIMER: The content on this podcast and on our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider. Our opinions are those of personal experience and research, what has worked for us and what hasn’t. Before changing your exercise habits or diet, seek professional guidance first.

    Show More Show Less
    36 mins