Living Well Radio Show #472

In this Easter Sunday edition of Living Well with Robin Stoloff, Robin empowers listeners to enjoy their holiday while still maintaining healthy habits. With plenty of sweets coming our way, she discusses how not to overindulge and offers five simple tips for keeping wellness in mind, urging readers to visit her blog for further insight. Robin also talks about the advantages of warmer weather and longer days for outdoor activities, and suggests simple ways to include more movement in your day.

April is Autism Awareness Month, and Robin speaks with Isabel Mosco, the president, and founder of Faces for Autism, who shares exciting news about a bubble-blowing event to celebrate and support autism acceptance. She also explores the impacts of screen time on our eyes, discussing how blue light from electronics can cause potential issues, from blurry vision to sleep issues.

Shifting focus to fitness, Robin introduces Alex Salkin, owner of Salkin Strength Solutions, who advocates for kettlebell training and its unique benefits. Alex shares how kettlebells, when combined with body weight movements, can yield impressive strength and fitness results with minimal time and space. Robin also provides guidance on how to manage stress in our everyday lives, offering practical solutions for reducing stress and maintaining mental health.

In the final part of the episode, Nutritionist Allison Stripmatter shares insights into how we can maintain healthy eating habits especially when we are told what we 'can’t' have, reinforcing a more positive perspective of choice and desire in dietary decisions. Don't forget to watch Living Well's YouTube channel or listen to the podcast for more insights!