The Healthy High Podcast
by Ashley Smith
Tired of not knowing how to prevent or control diseases that have been passed down from generation to generation? Join Registered Nurses (RN’s) with a broad range of experiences who will come together to help educate our listeners on healthcare issues impacting the African-American community. We are going to give our listeners the FACTS and our OPINIONS on how to live a healthier lifestyle and prevent diseases that specifically affect the African-American community. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ashley-smith24/support
Episodes
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“Healthier Habits Require Expansion: Break Free from the Fixed Mindset”
If you’ve ever said, “That’s just how I am,” this episode is for you. Sis, what if I told you that your mindset could be the one thing holding you back from your next level of health, healing, and wholeness?In this episode, we’re diving deep into the difference between a fixed mindset and a…
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“The Shift: What’s Really Going On After 35”
Welcome to the final part of You’re Not Moody, You’re Hormonal. In this episode, we’re talking about “the shift”—that confusing, emotional, and often unspoken transition known as perimenopause and menopause.If you’re over 35 and starting to feel off—like your mood, memory, sleep, and cycle are…
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“Cravings, Snapping, and Needing Space”
Welcome to Part 2 of You’re Not Moody, You’re Hormonal. This episode is all about Weeks 3 and 4 of your cycle—aka the time when everything (and everyone) starts getting on your nerves. We’re breaking down what’s really happening in your body during the luteal and premenstrual phases, why your...
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“The Glow-Up Phase: Why You’re a Whole Vibe After Your Period”
This is part one of our You’re Not Moody, You’re Hormonal series, and we’re diving into Weeks 1 & 2 of your cycle—aka your natural glow-up phase. We’re talking about what’s really happening in your body after your period ends, how your hormones are setting you up to thrive, and how to eat, move,...
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“Sis, Stress Gave Me Cancer—And It’s Killing Us Quietly”
Stress ain’t just in your head—it’s in your body, your blood pressure, your womb, your cells. In this deeply personal and eye-opening episode, I’m sharing part of my own cancer story and the connection between chronic stress and disease in Black women.We’re breaking down: • What stress really...
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Breaking the Cycle: Why Black Women Put Themselves Last—and How to Stop!
Hey sis—this episode dives deep into why so many Black women are conditioned to put themselves last. From historical roots to media stereotypes, we unpack how self-neglect is impacting our health and why it’s time to break the cycle. Tune in for real talk, healing, and practical steps to start...
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State of Emergency: Why Black Women’s Health Can’t Wait!
Every headline screams self-care, soft life, and healing—but what happens when Black women are too sick, too tired, or too unsupported to even begin? In this kickoff episode, I’m breaking down why I’ve shifted the focus of this podcast entirely to African American women—and why that shift is...
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Addressing “OUR” Trauma EP 4
It's mental health awareness month and let's face it black people have so much trauma we need to start discussing and unpacking in order to be better healthier people. In this four part series I will be discussing trauma in men, women, & children. In the final episode we will hear from my friend...
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Addressing "OUR" Trauma EP 3
It's mental health awareness month and let's face it black people have so much trauma we need to start discussing and unpacking in order to be better healthier people. In this four part series I will be discussing trauma in men, women, & children. In the final episode we will hear from my friend...
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Addressing "OUR" Trauma EP 2
It's mental health awareness month and let's face it black people have so much trauma we need to start discussing and unpacking in order to be better healthier people. In this four part series I will be discussing trauma in men, women, & children. In the final episode we will hear from my friend...
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Addressing "OUR" Trauma EP 1
It's mental health awareness month and let's face it black people have so much trauma we need to start discussing and unpacking in order to be better healthier people. In this four part series I will be discussing trauma in men, women, & children. In the final episode we will hear from my friend...
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What in the Johnson & Johnson?!
The Johnson & Johnson vaccine was placed on paused due to 6 reported cases of very bad reactions. It has now been resumed but people are still on edge about the vaccine so I’m hear to educate you!! Tune into this episode and learn more about the effects of this specific vector vaccine. The more...
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Did You Say My Gut Health Is Making Me Sick?
Who knew that your gut health had such an impact on your overall health? Tune into this episode to learn how your gut health is responsible for so many different part of your entire body and learn what you can do to aid in making it more beneficial for you.
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“The Silent Killer”
High blood pressure or "The Silent Killer" is affecting 54% of African Americans and it is PREVENTABLE!!! Join Channelle Grant FNP and I as we discuss what hypertension is, some common risk factors, how you can prevent it and much more! This episode is one that you MUST listen to because if...
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The Basics of Holistic Health
In this episode I introduce the basics of holistic health! For a really long time our community has focused on western medicine to help us be "heathy" but we still have so much health related issues that increase year after year. Maybe it's time for us to reevaluate the methods in which we use to...
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The COVID 19 Vaccine
Are you unsure about whether or not you should take the COVID 19 vaccine? Join Stephanie Sweeting RN, BSN and I as we discuss what vaccines are, how our bodies react to them, the specifics on the COVID 19 vaccine, and whether or not we are taking it. As medical providers we can not tell you…
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Wait..... Did you say I have sugar(Diabetes)?
One of my favorite co-hosts (Chenelle Grant, FNP) is back to help me educate you guys on Diabetes. Diabetes type 2 is an issue in our community that is making us extremely sick and killing us at an alarming rate. Diabetes also use to occur mainly in people 45 years old and older but now it is...
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Ladies Talk with WHNP Simone Lomax
Join Women's Health Nurse Practionier Simone Lomax and I while we talk about things African American women should know to help advocate for themselves in a world where racial bias exist even at a time when you should be celebrating. African American Maternal Mortality rate is at a significantly...
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#Myplantbasedjourney
For 2021 I started my plant based journey. While no two journeys are the same I would like to inspire and encourage my listeners to join me on this journey to becoming a better you. Tune in while I discuss my why for starting my journey, necessary appliances I need in my kitchen, some changes…
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Preventative Exams/Screenings
Join my cohost Chenelle and I as we discuss some very important preventative screenings. Knowing when to get preventative screening and why you are getting preventative screenings can save your life. These screening do exactly what they say they do PREVENT diseases. With these screening/exams we...
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Mental Health Check-In with Fola
Mental health is EQUALLY as important as physical health. The stigma in the black community surrounding mental health has crippled us as a community. Join me with my dear sister friend Amudalat Fola Lasisi, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, as we discuss the challenges of mental health in the...
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"Let's Get It Done In 2021" - Can I REALLY eat a plant based diet?
My guest Co host Davon Livingston (IG:@losentonefitness or @mr_makeithappen) and I chop it up and discuss his recent transition to a complete plant based diet after being into health and fitness for over 13 years. This episode is the final episode in this series called "Let's get it done in 2021"...
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"Let's get It Done In 2021"-Weight loss tips
Join my cohost Debby Garriques and I as we give you guys some weight loss tips in the second episode of a series that I am calling "Let's Get It Done In 2021". Combined Debby and I have lost over 120 lbs and our journey continues. We have plenty of insight from our experience to help you achieve...
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“Let’s get it done in 2021”- Detoxing
We are well on the way to 2021! Join me in this three part series called "Let's get it done in 2021" to discuss some healthy habits we can all take into 2021! The first topic will be detoxing. People underestimate the importance of detoxing on a regular basis but I'm here to break down some...
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Should I See A Black Doctor?
Do you want to know if you should be seeing a doctor that looks like you? Join Stephanie and I as we discuss some African American health history, some research findings, and our opinions on black folks seeing black doctors.
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What to expect........... when you get your Annual Check up
Join us for the second episode of the series WHAT TO EXPECT! On this episode my co hosts (Chenelle and Stephanie)and I explore what someone should be expecting when they go to the doctors office for their annual check. You should be seeing your Primacy Care Provider (PCP) if you are healthy a...
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What to expect............ when you visit the Emergency Room (ER)
Join RN Spellen and I while we discuss what the process of an ER visit should look like. Spellen has 10 years of experience as an ER nurse (amongst many other things) and his insight is extremely valuable. Our goal is to provide African Americans with the knowledge so that we have the power to…
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"The Healthy Heart"- Maintaining a Healthy Heart
We told you guys why we love our heart so much last week. Now it's time to learn how to keep that heart of yours healthy. Join Chenelle and I as we discuss 5 tips that you NEED to keep your heart healthy!
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“The Healthy Heart” - Why I Love My Heart So Much!
Come join me and my co-host Chenelle Grant (who is a Family Nurse Practitioner) while we discuss why we love OUR hearts so much and discover some reasons why you should love your heart too!!!
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Let's boost your immune system!
With cold flu and COVID 19 lingering in the air, its important that you learn some natural ways to help boost your immune system. Join me as I discuss 5 tips that I use regularly to boost my immune system. These tips can ALSO help you start making healthier lifestyle choices and lose some pounds...
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Breast Cancer Survivor
In this episode I get an opportunity to sit down with a Master's prepared Registered Nurse that is also a 7 year breast cancer survivor to discuss her experience! You won’t want to miss this episode!!!
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Your Boobies Matter!!!
In this episode I discuss how you can PREVENT Breast Cancer by identifying and changing up some of the things in your environment that you may be using DAILY!!!
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It’s me Ashley Smith and I just want to help MY people!*
I wanted to do an episode so you guys could get to know me a bit. I also discuss why I started this podcast!
About this show
Tired of not knowing how to prevent or control diseases that have been passed down from generation to generation? Join Registered Nurses (RN’s) with a broad range of experiences who will come together to help educate our listeners on healthcare issues impacting the African-American community. We are going to give our listeners the FACTS and our OPINIONS on how to live a healthier lifestyle and prevent diseases that specifically affect the African-American community. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ashley-smith24/support
Hosted by
Ashley Smith