S2 | E6: Let’s Talk About Unlearning Habits & Food Swaps (a conversation with Hubby)

In this season finale of Sanando Juntos, Dr. Alma is joined again by her husband Emir for an honest conversation about the habits they had to unlearn on their health journeys. From pushing through exhaustion and chasing “perfect” health… to learning balance, prevention, and realistic wellness habits that actually fit their lifestyle, this episode dives into the mindset shifts that changed the way they approach health, food, and longevity.They also share some of the swaps they’ve made in their home over the years, including oils, sweeteners, tortillas, coffee creamers, and gluten-free alternatives, while keeping culture, flavor, and real life in mind.This episode is part conversation, part reflection, and part cafecito chat about what sustainable wellness actually looks like.In This Episode:Why hustle culture and survival mode disconnected them from their bodiesThe pressure to be “perfectly healthy”Learning consistency over perfectionWhy prevention matters more than aesthetics nowFood swaps they actually use at homeThoughts on seed oils, gluten, protein, coffee, supplements, and wellness trendsTheir goals for longevity and aging wellRapid-fire wellness likes & dislikesTIMESTAMPS02:07 Habit #1: Pushing through exhaustion07:00 Habit #2: Thinking healthy means perfection11:41 Habit #3: Waiting until things get bad to change16:55 Shifting focus from aesthetics to longevity18:13 Transition into food swaps & realistic wellness19:12 Cooking oils: seed vs avocado oil, ghee & olive oil21:26 Relearning traditional fats like manteca22:06 Coffee creamers & dairy alternatives23:45 Sweeteners they use at home24:55 Tortilla swaps & balancing food with wellness26:48 Thoughts on gluten-free marketing & alternatives28:45 Rapid-fire wellness questions29:06 Wellness trends they side-eye30:00 Favorite wellness products right now31:26 Wellness hills they’ll die on33:28 Healthy habits they refuse to give up💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.