Real World Nutrition Podcast
Move past the fads, gimmicks, trends, detoxing, cleanses, fasting, and other unrealistic ideas about eating in the real world. If you want to eat and enjoy food without being deprived because you live in the real world, join Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Shelley A. Rael as she sorts through the hype and gives real talk about eating healthier.
Launched October 2021 with new episodes weekly, each Friday.
Available on your favorite podcast app/platform, including Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music/Audible, Google Podcasts, I Heart Radio, PodBean, Spotify, and Stitcher.
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Episode 170: 5 Things to Consider for Your Wellness Goals in 2025
Episode 170: 5 Things to Consider for Your Wellness Goals in 2025
Starting a new year often means setting ambitious health and wellness goals, but how can you make sure they are achievable and sustainable? In Episode 170 of the Real World Nutrition podcast, Shelley shares 5 tips to guide you toward your healthiest year.
Instead of focusing on restrictions, consider adding nourishing foods to your diet and how daily movement—without punishing workouts—can become a joyful part of your routine. Shelley also debunks common myths, such as exercising on an empty stomach to burn more fat, and emphasizes the importance of fueling your body rather than depriving it.
This episode provides practical, actionable advice to help you take a balanced and positive approach to your health. Whether you’re looking to refine your current habits or start fresh, this podcast is your guide to setting—and sticking with—sustainable wellness goals for 2025.
🎧Tune in on your favorite podcast platform for your guide to setting—and sticking with—sustainable wellness goals for 2025
Episode 169: New Year Reset: Setting Realistic Health Goals
Episode 169: New Year Reset: Setting Realistic Health Goals
The new year is a time for fresh starts, but let’s focus on setting realistic health goals instead of making fleeting resolutions. Episode 169 of the Real World Nutrition podcast considers practical strategies for creating meaningful goals that foster lasting wellness habits.
Let’s start by reflecting on 2024—what went well, what didn’t, and what needs adjustment or a complete pivot. Then, explore the difference between resolutions and goals, using the SMART framework to set actionable intentions.
Shelley offers practical tips like starting small, focusing on process-oriented goals, tracking progress, and staying flexible when life throws curveballs. The emphasis is on progress, not perfection, and on building habits that align with your values and lifestyle.
This episode is your guide to evaluating the past year and setting yourself up to thrive in 2025.
🎧Tune in on your favorite podcast platform and take the first step toward achieving your goals.