Forking Healthy

Episode 46 of the podcast brings high intensity cardio benefits and pitfalls; the world of podcasting; and shifting from frosted flakes to cheerios - what to consider when adding cereal into you and your kids nutrition plan. Hold onto your ear buds, this one is full of thought provoking tidbits!

On episode 45 of the Forking Healthy podcast the crazy duo dive into the North American Hustle and how to kick the bustle; their thoughts on baby-led weaning and what to beware of; and plunging your body into cold bins, bowls and lakes! Join them for all the knowledge and laughs.

Who doesn't need a diarrhea toolkit, a better understanding of hair loss (and not the pattern baldness kind) and how to navigate a decision on whether the new Healy device craze is right for you? No one. The answer is no one. So jump in on episode 44 for all the goods and sister chatter!

Learn how to change the trajectory of generational health beliefs, how to install foundational health practices into your life, and what the heck one would use charcoal for anyways......all on episode 43 of the Forking Healthy Podcast!

In episode 42 the sisters are diving into dieting down lessons, the real deal about apple cider vinegar, and the taboo topic of 'science'.  It's lively, likely censored and informative as ever folks - come join us for a listen!

Diving into episode 41 on the Forking Healthy Podcast the sisters talk about their dislike for sleep again all while honing in on the importance of getting quality and quantity under the sheets. Sandwiched between real talk on seasonal allergies and capping off with the non-judgemental annoyances of cheese string - get ready for laughs, pep talks and knowledge sharing!

Here we go again - this bi-weekly couch conversation is full of controversial topics, bedroom boosting tips and exercise advice. Join us on episode 40 to talk about your furry babies, your core routines and foods that increase your sex drive!

On episode 39 of the podcast Jenny and Cheryl talk about navigating the pros and cons of oat milk, the importance of dating yourself (and your partner) for life, and cap it off with some kitchen utensil lightness. Tune in for the usual chatter, laughter and sister bullshit.

Just in time for the crazy holiday weeks, Jenny and Cheryl couch talk about gifting, adrenals gone crazy and hot titties, I mean totties! This episode will help you learn to be okay with getting rid of gifts, will remind you to put down the damn coffee, and will encourage you to spice up your bevies this Christmas season!

On this episode of the podcast, Jenny and Cheryl lay the smack down! From language that doesnt serve you, to natural skincare products that make you look less weathered to a finalee covering games that they are tired of playing, Forking Healthy goes deep and informative.

The Forking Healthy sisters jump into a new season two format with a bit of edge, a lot of info and the same laughter. In this episode, Jenny and Cheryl talk about zombie apocalypse prepping, seasonal smoothie loving, and all about that damn moon and what to expect from its energy shifts.

As we all know - the Forking Healthy sisters love to talk, and this episode is no different.  Listen in to Coach CB solo episode which highlights her personal health journey, part two.  From becoming a coach to birthing a child and getting a divorce, Cheryl gets faced with yet another mountain when she is diagnosed with Grave's disease at the age of 40.  Join her to listen how she conquers her diagnosis and learns from a boat load of hurdles.

We did it....we made it.....one year of the Forking Healthy podcast is in the books!!!  I assure you that Jenny and Cheryl are still laughing and talking about; burpees, coffee, dating, greens juice, doctors and everything in between.  Join us for our season one finale as we head in the hot seat answering all the spicy questions from listeners, clients, and one another!

The Forking Healthy sisters are far from sane, but on this episode of the Forking Healthy podcast, they dive into how they support their mental health each day. Learn small and practical ways to prioritize your mental health and how to choose foods and tools to support your body and mind. 

The leaves are changing and the cool breezes and shorter days are here. If we do not change and adapt with the seasons, our immune systems will suffer.  Luckily in this episode Jenny and Cheryl share their top 10 natural tools for the Fall and set the record straight about "cold and flu seasons" and why it's important to stay on top of your health during this busy time of year.

On this episode of the Forking Healthy podcast, Jenny and Cheryl give you all the goods on what you can in fact bring with you on your next plane trip.  From essential oils, to hummus stealing security guards, to pill popping.  The sisters also dish out their must have food items and tools - so grab your notepad, as you need these tips for this winter's tropical getaway!

Today's topic was requested by one of our loyal listeners.  Coconut oil, who knew it could turn r-rated as Jenny and Cheryl dive into their top ten uses for coconut oil.  From kitchens to crotches, and coffee to nipples, episode 30 of the Forking Healthy podcast is informative, yet practical.

If bathroom talk is a taboo for you then this episode is NOT for you folks.  The poop whisperer is in the house (as always) and both her and Cheryl are diving right into what it takes to gain unicorn status with your bowel movements. Learn how your bowels affect your health and fitness as well as the most common the missing links to solid gut health and elimination.

Look out listeners because you are about to hear from the future Prime Minister on the podcast today.  On episode 28 the sisters are joined in the studio with none other than - Chason Ryder Tessier (aka Cheryl's son), one of the most health aware 9 year olds on the bloc.  You will laugh, you will get schooled (and so will Auntie Jenny) and you will want to get your voting pencils sharpened for 2042!

Are you destined to be a picky eater for life?  Join Jenny and Cheryl in episode 27 to learn all about your taste buds, how they can shift over time, and why it's important to eat a wide variety of foods. Expanding your palate has never been so fun. 

Summer is a time for ice cream, bbq's, sunshine and crushing your health goals. Yes, you can have it all!  On the 26 episode of Forking Healthy, Jenny and Cheryl talk about healthy summer mindsets, workout ideas, food tips and alcohol concoctions (no, that isn't a typo).  Join us for a few swear words and some good summer time health hacks!

Do vacations and travel throw off your healthy habits and routine?  Join the Forking Healthy sisters in this episode for their top ten travel items that keep their healthy lifestyles consistent.  Shifting your travel mindset, packing list and nutrition game plan is sure to keep your next travels on track!

Get ready for passionate Jenny to come out, as the sisters dive into the hot topic of tap water!  Learn how to find out what's in your water, how it's affecting your health, and ways to increase your awareness and make a healthier choice.  We promise this episode is filled with info that you haven't considered when it comes to your so-called healthy water drinking habit.

On episode 23 we welcome our very own mother - the coupon queen - to our 'studio' to talk Health on a Budget.  From her first days of managing food costs for a family of four, to her tips on living solo in times when prioritizing health can feel expensive, Pat Borecky spills the cheap beans.  Join us for laughter, budget tips, grocery and freebie talk, and we promise you will leave today's podcast feeling less overwhelmed with managing health and money.

In this episode of Forking Healthy, Jenny and Cheryl talk sex hormones.  Are PMS symptoms normal?  Why should you care about menopause before it even happens?  What does the term balanced hormones even mean?  The sisters tackle these questions and many more, as they dive into common lifestyle, and household hormone destroyers and realistic tips on rebalancing your body!

In episode 21 of The Forking Healthy podcast, Jenny and Cheryl go head to head with the pro's and con's of drinking coffee.  We put on the boxing gloves and go deep as Jenny shares some of the ways coffee can destroy your health.  Cheryl counter attacks with some of the benefits that coffee possesses.  So if you're brave enough, tune in to hear this lively chat. 

On episode 20 of the Forking Healthy podcast, the sisters talk all about fuelling your body for workouts.  Get ready to learn what top foods and supplements will boost performance, enable better recovery, and support full body health for active individuals.

In this episode we talk all about the pro's and con's of being 100% plant-based and why it is important to include more plants in your diet.  We chat about our fav plants and how to shift into a more plant-based diet.  Regardless of your current nutrition approach, we guarantee that this episode will bring up some nuggets of info and inspiration to make shifts in your and your family's diet. 

On episode 18 Cheryl goes solo! From couch to coach Cheryl's Story (part 1 anyways) speaks to her marathon of healing and taking back control of one's health.  From addiction to disordered eating, to severe digestive distress, Cheryl's darkest times also led her to climb mountains, find advocates, push her mind and step into a completely new body and mind as the years went by.

In this episode we talk all about evening snacking, you either want to love it, or leave it.  The answer will always depend upon what your goals are, and what you are snacking on.  This episode is for you if you are looking to learn about why we tend to snack at night and how snacking can impact your sleep. You will also dish out some tips on how to mitigate night time snacking and share our fav evening foods.  So if you're ready, let's dive right in. 

I am sure that you will agree with me when I say that there are thousands of different post workout products and tools on the market that promise to deliver incredible results. In this episode, Cheryl and I talk out our own top five when it comes to post workout practices and tools, that support our body and help us achieve our goals.  So if you’re ready, let’s dive in. 

Join Jenny and Cheryl as they dive into the power of mindset and transforming your beliefs.  From story sharing, to excuses vs reasons, to powerful mindset habits, this episode is sure to shift your awareness and in turn your outcomes!

Welcome to the first solo podcast episode at Forking Healthy.  In this first solo podcast episode at Forking Healthy Jenny B dives into her journey through implant and explant surgery, plus everything in between.  Jenny shares her personal experiences, talks about breast implant illness, and dives into some of the lessons that she learned along the way. Regardless if you yourself have breast implants, or have considered getting them, I highly encourage that you to listen in. 

In this episode the sisters talk all things breakfast, but not the toast and jam kind of breaky that you might be use to.  Instead, learn how breakfast looks different for everyone depending on your lifestyle and goals.  We also discuss how like most meals, breakfast must have key foundational elements to keep your health on track.   Get some morning meal ideas, hear us debunk some myths, and we bet that you will leave this episode feeling inspired and ready to fuel up!

In episode 12 of the Forking Healthy podcast, Jenny and Cheryl talk about bio-individuality: what it means, how it differs from customization and how you can save money and time using it as your approach to health goals.  Are you looking to find your sweet spot approach to health and lifestyle balance?  Tune into today's conversation to find out where the magic happens for their health clients.

Today on the Forking Health Podcast we are heading into the kitchen to talk about how Meal Prepping doesn't have to look the same for everyone. Cheryl and I share about how we make sure our meals are on point throughout the week, and discuss the difference between between meal planning and prepping. You better believe that we will provide you with some practical tips on how to make meal prepping work for you, and touch on a few ways we both support our clients to devise systems that work for them.  So if you’re ready, let’s get this done. 

In episode 10 of the Forking Healthy podcast it's time to talk about fat loss, more specifically about eating more to drop the fat.  Yes, I wrote that right!  Debunking age-old weight industry myths, Jenny and Cheryl discuss what actually happens to our bodies when we don't eat enough and how this in turn affects our weight loss goals.  Despite years of societal programming, get ready to understand why you actually need to eat more to lose fat.

We at Forking Healthy decided to ring in the new year with a banging topic. One that we feel is incredibly important to talk about around this time of year, as many of us look to set goals for 2022 we may be looking to change how our bodies look.  Today Cheryl and I talk about everything from societal pressures to our body image issues through the years. We share important lessons that we have learned and dish out tips on creating healthy goals for 2022.  So if you’re ready, we would love for you to lean in!

2021 sure was a doozy wasn't it?  But amongst all the eye rolling, uncertainty, challenge and change there can be so much damn learning too.  In this last episode of the year, Jenny and Cheryl cap things off with heartfelt reflections and recommendations that promise to inspire for your new year ahead.

It’s no secret that the cost of healthcare has risen substantially over the past few years. From supply chain issues, to reduced production, and priority shifts within our households.    There's no doubt about it, it can be tough.    In this weeks episode Cheryl and I share tips on how to spend your money wisely, and how expensive it is to purchase health products based on product marketing or strangers suggestions.   So get your pens and papers ready to take down some notes on how you can offset your healthcare expenses.

Have you ever wondered what Health and Holistic coaches hear clients say, over and over again? Tune in for the first of our new coaching Client Confessions series titled "But I Already Eat Clean" where Jenny and Cheryl spill the beans on this common phrase. Learn about measuring healthy eating, the never ending journey of individual health, and get a sneak peek of a typical coach's clean eating day.

Fibre, farts, and festivities, with a title like that, how could you not listen in?! In this week’s episode of Forking Healthy Cheryl and I talk about the most important ingredients needed to poop like a unicorn, our fav fibre sources, and what happens when you eat an entire bag of prunes. We blow up the myth about “farts being a normal thing” humans do and trash talk bran and Metamucil for being crappy fibre sources that they are. We cover why we tend to fart more during the festive season, and give you tips to fart less during the holidays. So if you are ready, let’s dive in!

In this episode we talk about embracing the common cold. We share our thoughts on how the "flu season" is a farce and share a few few funky home remedies we have tried. I divulge how many supplement drawers I have in our home and sneaking chewable Tylenol as a kid and hallucinating when I was ill. Cheryl speaks about everything from Flintstone vitamins to the importance of focusing on prevention and how stress, fresh air, diet and supplements are key for supporting your immune system. You better believe that we also talk about where to start if you are just transitioning in the natural health world.

We change our clothes, our clocks and even our foods with mother nature's seasons, but do you change your workouts based on what your body is telling you?  Join us for this episode of Forking Healthy as the sisters talk burpees, blocks, body awareness and much, much more. 

In this episode Cheryl and I talk about shifting from Kool-Aid to Kombucha.  We discuss our current hydration routines and turn back the clock to see how it all started.  Cheryl declares her love for coffee and talks about how hydration is a critical component for athletic performance.  I spill the beans about spitting in water fountains and drinking in my sleep.  Together we share tips on how to become a healthier hydrator and give you plenty of inspiration on how to customize your own daily routine based on your unique needs. 

We are kicking off the Forking Healthy podcast with a hot topic, micros vs macros.  Tune in as we talk about our contrasting personal experiences, where we are now, and how micros and macros are game changing elements for ultimate performance.  Micros vs macros, does it really need to be complicated and do we really need to choose?!