Brains with Brawn: Exploring Eating and Exercise through Neuroscience
By Naomi Yu
Welcome to Brains with Brawn! Brains with Brawn is a biweekly podcast geared towards middle school and high school students. In each episode, we will explore topics relating to eating and exercise and how they relate to the brain. Brain with Brawn hopes to promote healthy relationships with food, fitness, and fun!
Email me: brains.with.brain.podcast@gmail.com
Email me: brains.with.brain.podcast@gmail.com
Brains with Brawn: Exploring Eating and Exercise through NeuroscienceFeb 26, 2022
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Going back to our roots: The Paleo Diet
This week, we’ll be exploring the paleo diet. What is the paleo diet’s origin? How does it work? What can I eat on the diet? Stay tuned to learn the answer to these questions and more!
Feb 26, 202205:33
Is Keto for Me?: The Pros and Cons of Cutting Carbs
Hi y’all! In this episode, I’ll be briefly talking about the benefits and risks associated with the keto diet! If you want to learn more, check out the links listed below! www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/ketogenic-diet/what-are-benefits-risks-keto-diet/. www.menshealth.com/nutrition/a25775330/keto-diet-history/. www.healthline.com/nutrition/dangers-of-keto-diet#4.-May-lead-to-nutrient-deficiencies www.healthline.com/nutrition/low-carb-ketogenic-diet-brain
Jan 23, 202205:56
What in the Keto???
Hi y’all! In this episode, we’ll be exploring the keto diet. What exactly is ketosis? What foods are allowed in the keto diet? Click play to learn more! Please check out the links listed below for more information: www.everydayhealth.com/ketogenic-diet/foods-you-can-t-eat-on-keto-and-what-to-choose-instead/
www.ruled.me/ketosis-ketones-and-how-it-works/
www.firelands.com/blog/keto-diet-does-it-really-work
www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/should-you-try-the-keto-diet
www.healthline.com/nutrition/ketogenic-diet-101#ketosis
www.ruled.me/ketosis-ketones-and-how-it-works/
www.firelands.com/blog/keto-diet-does-it-really-work
www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/should-you-try-the-keto-diet
www.healthline.com/nutrition/ketogenic-diet-101#ketosis
Dec 27, 202105:29
Fueling our Feelings: Helping our Gut Buddies (Part II)
Hi everyone! In this episode, we’ll be exploring the ways in which we can improve our diets to improve our moods. Let’s help out our gut buddies feel the best so we feel the best! Please visit the links down below for more information: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cravings/202103/9-physical-and-mental-health-conditions-benefit-mediterranean-diet
www.health.harvard.edu/blog/nutritional-psychiatry-your-brain-on-food-201511168626
www.healthline.com/nutrition/short-chain-fatty-acids-101#TOC_TITLE_HDR_4
www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318652#Antioxidants-and-free-radicals
www.aetna.com/health-guide/food-affects-mental-health.html
www.health.harvard.edu/blog/nutritional-psychiatry-your-brain-on-food-201511168626
www.healthline.com/nutrition/short-chain-fatty-acids-101#TOC_TITLE_HDR_4
www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318652#Antioxidants-and-free-radicals
www.aetna.com/health-guide/food-affects-mental-health.html
Dec 20, 202106:28
Fueling our Feelings: The Second Brain (Part I)
We have a second brain???? You heard that right. In this episode, we’ll be exploring the importance of the brain-gut connection on our overall mental health! Read these articles for more information: www.healthline.com/nutrition/gut-brain-connection#TOC_TITLE_HDR_2 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29467611/ www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/vagus-nerve www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-brain-gut-connection
Dec 11, 202107:32
Is Bad Posture Stressing You Out???
In this episode, we’ll be discussing how bad posture can overstimulate the sympathetic nervous system and cause heightened feelings of stress. If this doesn’t motivate you to fix your posture, check out some of these readings down below for more reasons why good posture is so important! www.calibrationmansfield.com/your-poor-posture-is-causing-you-stress-and-other-issues/ salinachiropractic.com/chiropractic-info/services-and-techniques/nutrition/sympathetic-dominance/. www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/why-good-posture-matters
Nov 11, 202105:02
The Psychology behind Eating Behaviors: Breaking Bad Habits (Part II)
Hi everyone! In this episode, we’re going to discuss bad habits, cognitive dissonance, and cost benefit analysis!
psychcentral.com/lib/what-is-a-trigger#1
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-gen-y-psy/201810/how-spot-your-emotional-triggers
ridgeviewhospital.net/how-to-identify-emotional-triggers-in-3-steps/
psychcentral.com/lib/what-is-a-trigger#1
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-gen-y-psy/201810/how-spot-your-emotional-triggers
ridgeviewhospital.net/how-to-identify-emotional-triggers-in-3-steps/
Nov 04, 202107:04
The Psychology behind Eating Behaviors… Cup Noodles, Bitter Melon, and Junk Food?: Part I
Ever wonder what drives eating behaviors? Want to learn more about rewards, punishment, and reinforcement? Well, you’re in luck! In this episode, we’ll discuss the psychological mechanisms that dictate our food-related decisions!
Oct 17, 202105:08
Opinion: Hard times and dealing with self-esteem
Hi y’all. In this episode, I’ll be talking about some of my struggles with self esteem. For a long time, I was ashamed of myself, and I was too scared to ask for help. Recently, I learned that the road to recovery is best taken with others (especially if your “others” includes a therapist). I’m sorry that this episode is a bit more disorganized. I wanted to make it as real and transparent as I could. Thank you guys for listening, I really appreciate it. If you are struggling with any of the issues discussed in this episode (or you just want to talk hehe), please email me @brains.with.brain.podcast@gmail.com. I would love to chat with you guys
Oct 10, 202110:01
Your Brain under the Barbell (Weightlifting Part III)
Today, we’ll be discussing how your brain and nervous system respond to strength and resistance training!
Oct 02, 202108:02
The BIG THREE: Deadlifts, Squats, and Bench Presses! (Weightlifting Part II)
Hi y’all! In this episode, we’ll be discussing the three major lifts: deadlifts (my favorite), squats (not my favorite), and bench presses (somewhere in between). We’ll also be going over some of the benefits of weightlifting, and why everyone should be incorporating at least one aspect of strength training into their workout routine! As a disclaimer, if you are looking to start your weight lifting journey, be sure to reach out to a trained professional who can help guide you! For more information on the lifts that we’ll be talking about today: https://www.coachmag.co.uk/barbell-exercises/3725/how-to-deadlift; https://www.coachmag.co.uk/exercises/chest-exercises/186/bench-press-technique-tips.; www.mensjournal.com/health-fitness/high-bar-squats-vs-low-bar-squats-whats-difference/
Sep 26, 202109:60
Do you even hypertrophy??? (Weightlifting Part I)
Today, we’ll be discussing WEIGHTLIFTING (one of my favorite things to do!!) When I first got introduced to weightlifting, I was constantly bombarded with the word “hypertrophy.” Even though my coaches would always mention it to me, I never fully understood what it meant. So, in this episode, we’ll be uncovering the secrets behind hypertrophy and it can help you reach your fitness goals!
Sep 19, 202106:08
Opinion: Ditching the Diets
In this mini rant, I’ll be talking about my views on dieting, and why dieting never seemed to work for me. I’ll be talking about how I went from restricting and overeating to finding balance in what I eat! (Note (AND SPOILER hehe): I had little brain freeze at the end of the episode… I meant to say that “I don’t think that I’ll ever diet again”)
Sep 16, 202110:02
Don’t Forget the Period.
GIRL TALK: Yes, it’s that time of the month. Today, we’ll be talking about the brain, eating, and menstruation! We’ll explore which hormones are responsible for a healthy cycle, and how diet and lifestyle choices can influence your body. We will also discuss a condition known as amenorrhea, or the absence of periods. So, if you’re ready, get comfy and press that play button!
Sep 12, 202107:10
PASSSing up on Stress Eating (Part II)
Ever feel like you can’t stop stress eating no matter how hard you try? Well, try the PASSS method! In this episode, we’ll be discussing tips and tricks avoid stress eating! For more reading: hcavirginia.com/blog/entry/practice-mindfulness-to-take-control-of-emotional-eating
www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/weight-loss/art-20047342
www.self.com/story/tips-for-combating-food-guilt-and-shame
www.health.harvard.edu/blog/why-eating-slowly-may-help-you-feel-full-faster-20101019605
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www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/weight-loss/art-20047342
www.self.com/story/tips-for-combating-food-guilt-and-shame
www.health.harvard.edu/blog/why-eating-slowly-may-help-you-feel-full-faster-20101019605
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Sep 07, 202107:31
Stress Eating… with Bears??? (Part I)
Ever wonder why we stress eat? Why we always seem to be craving chips, chocolate, or cookies whenever we’re stressed? In this podcast, we will be discussing the neurological mechanisms that drive stress eating! (Spoiler alert: make sure you bring bear repellent) Here are some links for additional reading: https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/why-stress-causes-people-to-overeat”
kids.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/frym.2019.00095
kids.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/frym.2019.00095
Sep 05, 202107:31
Welcome to Brains with Brawn!
Hello, and welcome to Brains with Brawn. I’m your host, Naomi (a self-proclaimed brain-obsessed weightlifter). In this episode, I’ll be discussing my motivation behind this two-year long passion project.
Sep 04, 202114:32