The Happy Eating Podcast
by Carolyn Williams PhD, RD & Brierley Horton, MS, RD
The “Happy Eating Podcast” was created after we couldn’t find the information that we needed for ourselves and our families. Join us as we break down the connection between food and mental wellness as we explore how food, diet, supplements, and daily habits can make for truly Happy Eating.
Episodes
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Histamine Intolerance: What It Is & How Perimenopause Can Make It Worse
If you live in an area with pollen, you’re dealing with histamines whether you know it or not. They’re what’s responsible for your runny nose, red eyes, itchy throat, etc. But histamines are also found in food, which for some can lead to high levels in the body and cause symptoms like headaches,...
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Rant Therapy: Getting Kids Out The Door
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Eldest Daughter Syndrome
If you’ve listened to Taylor Swift’s newest album, you may have heard her song Eldest Daughter. If not, the gist is this: she sings about the pressure to seem strong, cool, and not let people down. As eldest daughters, this resonated with Brierley and me. So we dove in: what is eldest daughter...
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Rant Therapy - Vagina Valium
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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The #1 Skill You Need in 2026–Critical Ignoring
In today’s world we don’t have to seek out information—it’s constantly thrown at us through all of our devices. This means we are exposed to a relentless stream of information that’s not always accurate, hijacking our attention capacity. The solution? Critical ignoring—something that researchers...
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Rant Therapy - 50 Year Old Men
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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7 Sneaky Signs of Anxiety in Kids
Anxiety in adults can be hard to detect. But in kids? Even harder. One expert refers to anxiety as the great masquerader because it can look like a lot of different things, particularly in kids. What’s more, some of the symptoms of anxiety are quite sneaky. You may write them off as a phase, or a...
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Rant Therapy - I’m So Over Facebook Moms
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Alkaline Water: Waste of Money or Worth It?
Alkaline water’s popularity just won’t quit. Sales have grown every year since 2013. But do great sales mean that it’s worth drinking—and are the so-called benefits of alkaline water like preventing cancer, promoting weight loss or improving bone density legit? That’s what we break down in this...
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Rant Therapy - College Send Off
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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The Truth About Seed Oils
In the health and nutrition space, seed oils are a hot and controversial topic. Some say they’re toxic and harmful to our health. Others say they’re the heart-healthier choice. And the confusion grows from there. In today’s episode, we explain the controversy, explore why seed oils are…
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Rant Therapy - Shoutout To Deodorant With Aluminum
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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7 Ways to Lower Cortisol (Almost) Instantly
You may know cortisol as the stress hormone that increases belly fat. Well, it is that. But cortisol plays a role in a lot of other systems in your body—so when this stress hormone is chronically elevated it can do some serious damage. And interestingly, elevated cortisol is a marker for…
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Rant Therapy - Single Mom In The Summer
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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The #1 Important Skincare Product to Use For Your 30s, 40s, 50s, & 60s
Even in your 20s and 30s understanding skincare and choosing the right products can be a little confusing. But then comes perimenopause and the hormonal changes associated with it—and navigating skincare and the plethora of products out there becomes even more overwhelming. We teamed up with the...
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Rant Therapy - Carolyn Goes To Olive Garden!
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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BOOM! This is Why You’re Bloated Bloated? It’s Not What You"re Eating - It’s How You"re Eating
Do you wake up feeling slim and then by the end of the day you look 6 months pregnant? Or do you struggle with bouts of constipation for no apparent reason? Well, you're going to love our guest today. Dr. Heather Finley talks about all things gut health—from bloating to constipation to what your...
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Katie’s Ketamine Trip—A Mom’s Firsthand Account of IV Ketamine Therapy
Last week, we explored the science behind ketamine therapy for depression. If you missed that episode, it’s worth a listen. This week, we’re shifting from the research to a real-life experience. A registered nurse and mother of four, Katie has a history of mental health conditions. She’s…
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Ketamine Therapy: What It Is & How It Works
Special K, Kit-Kat. These are nicknames for the street drug ketamine. But that’s not what we’re talking about today. Today we’re talking about using ketamine being administered by a medical professional as a treatment for depression. The potential benefits of ketamine therapy are increasingly...
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Rant Therapy: Where's My Mascara?
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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The Real Scoop on Perimenopause & Sleep
Sleep. It’s one of the most powerful tools for protecting your mental and physical health—and one of the first things perimenopause loves to mess with. Suddenly you're waking up at 3 a.m. or feeling exhausted no matter how many hours you're in bed. Why does this happen? What hormonal changes are...
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Mold Exposure Recovery
If you’ve ever wondered whether mold could be connected to lingering health symptoms, this episode is full of helpful information and real-life insight. We’re back with Part 2 of our conversation with mold recovery expert and registered dietitian Katie Driessens, and this episode tackles top...
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Rant Therapy: “You Remind Me of My Mother”
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Mold Exposure: Symptoms and the Best At-Home Test
You see that mold in your shower, but have you ever wondered if it’s hindering your health? Well, we weren’t sure, but we were curious. Enter Katie Driessens, a registered dietitian who specializes in health recovery from mold exposure. After an intense personal experience and then years of...
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Hair Thinning & Perimenopause
If you’ve ever experienced hair thinning or hair loss for any reason, you will want to listen to this episode. Dr. Caroline Day is back! She’s our hormone therapy expert and she’s diving into the topic of hair loss and thinning. First, here’s some reassurance: it’s completely normal in...
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Rant Therapy -Man Buns
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Banana Water: Worth It or Not?
Banana water has been touted as a natural source of hydration, an alternative to sports drinks, and packed with electrolytes. Well, as you can imagine, this new trendy product with its impressive claims and social media buzz really caught our attention. Are the claims legitimate or is this a...
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Rant Therapy: Wide Load Rage
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Adrenal Fatigue
Are you tired when you wake up in the morning? Is your sex drive low? Do you need that glass of wine at night to chill out? If the answer is yes to all of that and more, the internet may tell you you have adrenal fatigue. But if you go to your doctor, they’ll likely tell you that isn’t a real...
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Rant Therapy: Calling BS on Co-Parenting
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Look Good, Feel Better? The Science of Dopamine Dressing
Deion Sanders is known for saying, “if you look good, you feel good and if you feel good, you play good.” And while we’ve never been on the football field in pads, we’ve realized this concept rings true in our everyday lives. In fact, we’ve leaned on that mindset plenty of times when we needed a...
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Rant Therapy: Boundary Issues with My Ex
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Rant Therapy: Stop It With the Chardonnay!
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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The Death List: The Checklist You Need Before Your Parents Die
Here’s something no one thinks to warn you about when you hit your 40s and 50s: you’re going to have to deal with aging parents. And while it might start with something like a minor medical scare, details related to their health and eventually their death can quickly become the thing that keeps…
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Rant Therapy: Carolyn’s New Roommate
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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The Third Space & Why You Need One
What if one of the most powerful things you could do for your health had nothing to do with what’s on your plate—and everything to do with where you spend your time? Not more time at home. Not more time at the office. We’re talking about that in-between space. The one where conversations happen...
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Rant Therapy - Grocery Bag Fails
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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The Connection Between Seasonal Allergies and Mental Health
The Connection Between Seasonal Allergies and Mental Health Seasonal allergies are about to hit their peak, if they haven’t already. Where we are in the Southeast, everything is coated with a thin layer of yellow pollen right now. Stuffy noses, sore throats, irritated eyes, and fatigue are all...
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Glutathione and NAC—Worth It or Not?
If glutathione keeps popping up in your social feeds lately, you’re not imagining it. Glutathione is having a moment. In fact, one of our listeners wrote in and asked us to do a deep dive on this buzzy supplement. What exactly is glutathione? Do you actually need it—or is this just another…
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Rant Therapy - Jam Bands
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Hormone Therapy: Is it Right for You? - PART 2
Welcome to Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Caroline Day, menopause and hormone therapy expert. In this episode, we go deeper. We’re tackling your most burning questions: Is there a “best” age to start hormone replacement therapy? What benefits does Dr. Day see in her real-world practice that...
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Hormone Therapy: Is It Right for You—PART 1
Hormone replacement therapy might be one of the most misunderstood treatments in women’s health. Some women are still genuinely afraid of it. Others swear they wouldn’t survive without it. But what is hormone replacement therapy, really? Who’s a good candidate? Should anyone avoid it? And what...
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Rant Therapy: Brierley’s ChatGPT Addiction
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Colloidal Silver: Worth It or Not?
Colloidal silver has been touted as a great way to boost your immune system, treat some infections, and ward off the flu when taken as an oral supplement or nasal spray. But are these benefits legit, or is colloidal silver unsafe? In today’s episode, we talk through the science behind colloidal...
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Rant Therapy: Bring Your Own Speculum (Yes, Really)
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Peptides: The Wild West of Wellness
If you hear the word peptide and wonder what we’re talking about, let us reassure you: You probably already know what a peptide is. But the ways you can use, or benefit from, peptides is increasingly diverse. In today’s episode, we’re focusing on so-called therapeutic peptides. They’re touted as...
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People Magazine’s Astrologer: What’s Coming in 2026 by Astrological Sign
For some of us, when life feels a little uncertain, leaning into astrology may help us regain a sense of purpose and control. And lately, I’ve needed that. So if you’re like me, and you too have been curious about what’s in store for 2026, then this episode is for you. We reached out to our...
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Rant Therapy: Heated Rivalry
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
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Why Do You Crave *More* Carbs in the Winter?
Days are noticeably shorter, temps are colder, and if you're struggling to stick with that salad for lunch b/c mac and cheese or chocolate chip cookies sound a whole lot better, this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about why we’re craving carb-rich foods so much more this time of year....
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Rant Therapy: Becoming Amish
The best (and cheapest) therapy for those small things that get under your skin is sometimes a good venting session so you can get it off your chest and move on with your life! And if you’re not privy to the first-hand vent-a-thon, then being a fly on the wall listening is hopefully equally...
About this show
The “Happy Eating Podcast” was created after we couldn’t find the information that we needed for ourselves and our families. Join us as we break down the connection between food and mental wellness as we explore how food, diet, supplements, and daily habits can make for truly Happy Eating.
Hosted by
Carolyn Williams PhD, RD & Brierley Horton, MS, RD