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02/26/2026

Ditch refined noodles. Keep the crunch. 🥕

This instant carrot noodle jar is light, filling, and done in under 10 minutes no cooking, no ultra-processed stuff.

Fiber from carrots + walnuts.
Protein and healthy fats from cheese.
Better satiety. Fewer cravings. More stable energy.

Simple swaps like this make weight loss and blood sugar control actually sustainable.
Eat smarter. Feel better.

02/22/2026

Blood sugar spikes aren’t a willpower problem.
They’re a biology + habit + modern food problem.

In the latest Five Rivers Podcast (by Heald), we break down 3 simple, realistic habits that help reduce blood sugar spikes without chasing a perfect diet or extreme food rules.

Host: Kanishka Gaur (Nutritionist & Gut Health Specialist, Heald)

Guests: RD Duo Brittney (CDE) & Kelsey (MS, RD, NBC-HWC)

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ Why spikes happen even when “eating healthy”

✅ How protein, fiber & meal timing change glucose response

✅ The real psychology behind cravings & stress eating

✅ What actually works for Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes & weight loss

✅ The truth about GLP-1 / Ozempic trade-offs

This is practical, science-backed, and realistic not influencer nonsense, not extreme dieting.

Key takeaway:
Small changes beat extreme diets. Every. Single. Time.

Watch here:
https://youtu.be/9U8zjzNf0Ew

No hype. No food guilt. Just smarter strategy and better glucose control.

Blood sugar spikes don’t come from “bad discipline.” They come from biology, habits, and how modern food environments hijack metabolism. In this episode of t...

02/21/2026

“One of the biggest sugar myths?
That if cutting sugar means cutting fruit too. 🍎🍓

Dr. Nicole Avena says this one makes her want to scream into a pillow and honestly, same.

Fruit ≠ candy bar.
An apple comes with fiber, vitamins, and real nutrients. The sugar is packaged the right way. That’s exactly why fruit can actually help with sugar addiction, not make it worse.

The food industry blurred this line. Science didn’t.
You don’t need to fear fruit. You need to fear misinformation.

Eat the fruit. Skip the nonsense.

🎧 Watch the full podcast YT channel link in bio

02/19/2026

PCOS isn’t just about ovaries. It’s about metabolism, insulin resistance, and long-term health.

🎥 Watch the 10-minute episode here: https://youtu.be/htjI6y5cUdM

In this episode of the Five Rivers Podcast, Dr. Sumeet Arora sits down with Dr. Aimee Browne to explain what PCOS really is, why insulin resistance sits at the center of it, and how this connects to future risk of Type 2 diabetes.

If you or someone close deals with irregular periods, PCOS, insulin resistance, or fertility concerns, this brings clarity without fear or fluff.

PCOS is not just about ovaries. It’s about metabolism, insulin resistance, and long-term health.In this 10-minute episode of the Five Rivers Podcast (sponsor...

02/17/2026

🍎 Myth that drives me crazy:
“If you’re cutting sugar, you must cut all sugar… even fruit.:

No. Just no.
An apple isn’t a candy bar.
Berries aren’t soda in disguise.

Fruit comes with fiber, vitamins, and nutrients that’s sugar packaged the right way. It digests slower, keeps you fuller, and actually helps people break sugar addiction, not make it worse.

Blaming fruit is lazy nutrition advice.

The real problem is ultra-processed sugar, not nature.
Eat the fruit. Skip the junk. Simple.

02/13/2026

You don’t need to quit everything you love to get healthy.

That mindset is why most plans fail.
Eat a little less of the old stuff.

Add more protein and fiber.
Build muscle. Build health.

Focus on what to add, not what to ban.
Progress beats restriction. Always.

🎙 Featuring:

Sandeep Misra (Co-Founder & CGO, Heald)
and Dr. Erik Schabert, D.O.

Board Certified in Family Medicine & Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

02/10/2026

PCOS doesn’t just affect periods. It disrupts the entire hormone rhythm.

Irregular cycles are often a sign that ovulation and hormones aren’t in sync and PCOS is one of the most common reasons behind it.

In this episode , we break it down clearly and practically:

• Why periods become irregular in PCOS

• What’s actually happening inside the body

• What helps bring cycles back toward normal (not just symptom control)

🎙️ Featuring:

Dr. Sumeet Arora
Pediatric & Adolescent Endocrinologist | American Board Certified

Dr. Aimee Browne
MD, Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility | Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine

🗓️ 02/12/2026
⏰ 8:30 AM EST

If cycles feel unpredictable or frustrating, this conversation will give real clarity.

Drop a 🎧 in the comments if joining.

Endocrinology

02/09/2026

Pesto Pistachio Hummus (No Tahini)

Creamy. Fresh. Protein-packed.
This isn’t just a dip.l.it’s a smart swap for ultra-processed spreads.
Made with chickpeas, pistachios, basil, garlic, and olive oil.this combo delivers:

✔️ Plant protein + fiber for better satiety

✔️ Healthy fats that support steadier blood sugar

✔️ Gut-friendly ingredients that actually nourish

Portion tip: 2 tbsp per serving.
Works great with rice crackers, veggie sticks, or as a high-protein spread.

Real food. Real flavor. No nonsense.

02/07/2026

Thai Coconut Rice with Veggies 🍚🥥🥕
Simple ingredients. Big comfort.

Jasmine rice cooked in light coconut milk, gently steamed with bai toey for that subtle aroma 🌿 Then plated with sautéed baby corn, beans, and carrots, and finished with peanuts + cilantro for crunch and freshness.

It’s light, fragrant, and perfect when you want something comforting without going heavy.
Pro tip: keep portions sensible and pair it with veggies or protein for a balanced plate.

Save this for later and try it this week 👀

02/06/2026

Why is diabetes exploding?

And why are so many people still stuck managing symptoms instead of fixing the root cause?

A real, no-nonsense conversation on what’s actually driving the diabetes epidemic and what needs to change.

Host: Sandeep Misra, Co-Founder & CGO, Heald

Guest: Dr. Erik Schabert, D.O. (Family & Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine)

Feb 8, 2026

8:30 AM EST

If glucose numbers keep rising everywhere, it’s time to ask better questionsand demand better answers.

👉 Set a reminder. Join the conversation. Stop guessing, start understanding.

02/01/2026

Sugar cravings aren’t about willpower.

They’re driven by biology, stress, and daily habits.
In this episode, Dr. Nicole Avena neuroscientist and author of Sugarless explains why cravings happen and why cutting out all sugar (including fruit) is unnecessary and often counterproductive.

Key points covered:

• Why the “all sugar is bad” idea is misleading

• Added sugar vs whole-food sugar

• How fruit can actually help reduce sugar dependence

• Juicing vs smoothies vs whole fruit what really matters

• Why fiber, chewing, and food structure affect glucose

• Why small, repeatable habits beat extreme restriction

If cravings feel out of control, the answer isn’t more discipline . it’s understanding what’s driving them and working with the brain.

🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/FZ0zvnw6xog

Sugar cravings aren’t about willpower they’re about biology, psychology, and environment.In this episode, Dr. Nicole Avena, neuroscientist and author of Sug...