{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66eaeb38e34b4562374c6c06/691df47d0c464c16bd352971?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The 'New Year, New Me' Trap: Why Slow and Steady Wins the Health Race","description":"<p>The New Year brings the \"New Year, New Me\" phenomenon: packed gyms, extreme cleanses, and a collective rush for quick fixes. But why do 90% of these resolutions fail by March?</p><p><br></p><p>Host Alicia C. Simpson MS,RD,IBCLC,LD breaks down the science and psychology behind the all-or-nothing approach. Starting with an inspiring five-year transformation story that proves slow change works, Alicia reveals why quick fixes are inherently unsustainable.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You Will Learn and Why You Should Listen:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>The Psychological Trap:</strong> Why setting huge, restrictive goals relies on unsustainable willpower, leading to guilt, shame, and eventual relapse (the \"What the Hell Effect\").</li><li><strong>The Science of Yo-Yo Dieting:</strong> We dig into the dangerous physical toll of rapid weight loss and regain (weight cycling), including its negative effects on <strong>metabolism, muscle mass,</strong> and long-term risks for <strong>cardiovascular disease</strong> and <strong>visceral fat</strong> storage.</li><li><strong>Why Quick Fixes Don't Work:</strong> Crash diets only address the symptom (weight) and fail to address the underlying system (habits, stress, and routine).</li><li><strong>The Sustainable Solution:</strong> Learn how to create lasting change by embracing the power of <strong>one small goal at a time</strong> (like walking 15 minutes daily) and choosing <strong>consistency over intensity.</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Stop failing your resolutions by February! Tune in to learn how to build the healthiest version of yourself—one slow, steady step at a time.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Connect with The Pea PodCast!</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Want to keep the wellness conversation going between episodes? We'd love to connect with you on social media and beyond!</p><ul><li>Substack: Find exclusive content and deeper dives at<a href=\"https://peapodnutrition.substack.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://peapodnutrition.substack.com/</a></li><li>Instagram:<a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.instagram.com/peapodnutrition&amp;authuser=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> @PeaPodNutrition</a></li><li>Facebook:<a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.facebook.com/PeaPodNutrition&amp;authuser=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Pea Pod Nutrition</a></li><li>Threads:<a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.threads.net/%40peapodnutrition&amp;authuser=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> @PeaPodNutrition</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>You can also follow your host, Alicia C. Simpson MS,RD,IBCLC,LD, for personal insights as The ADHD Nutritionist on:</p><ul><li>TikTok:<a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.tiktok.com/%40theadndnutritionist&amp;authuser=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> @TheADHDNutritionist</a></li><li>Instagram:<a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.instagram.com/theadndnutritionist&amp;authuser=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> @TheADHDNutritionist</a></li><li>Threads:<a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.threads.net/%40theadndnutritionist&amp;authuser=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> @TheADHDNutritionist</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Got a headline that's got you scratching your head? We want to break it down for you! Email us your confusing health headlines or topic suggestions at podcast@peapodnutrition.org. We might just feature it in an upcoming episode!</p>","author_name":"Pea Pod Nutrition"}