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Nutrition Prescription: Wellness vs Medications

Dr. Steve Hughlett

Join us for practical tips, and inspiring success stories—all designed to help listeners unlock more energy, confidence, and lasting health through nutrition, not restrictive diets or expensive supplements. Whether you"re overwhelmed by feeling stuck, interested in getting off medication, or looking for a balanced approach to eating, this show is your trusted guide for healthier habits and sustainable wellness. Hosted by Dr. Steve Hughlett, a Doctor of Pharmacy turned nutrition advocate, every

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017: Is Water Really That Important?

Nutrition Prescription: Wellness vs Medications ·

2023/03/13

Drinking enough water for healthy body functioning is key to overall wellness. In this episode, Dr. Steve explains why water is vital to life. The key to staying well-hydrated is to drink water constantly. Listen in as you learn the importance of drinking enough water so the body can carry out the metabolic processes necessary to keep it working at its optimum level. [00:01 - 03:10] Water Is Important for Metabolic Processes Our body is made up of 60% water. Ghrelin is a hormone that makes people

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24:49

016: Where Does Type 2 Diabetes Affect The Body?

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2023/03/06

You have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, but you want to know what it consists of. Where does type 2 diabetes affect the body? In this episode, Dr. Steve will break down the effects of type 2 diabetes on the body, what major organs are affected, and what to do to avoid this organ damage from happening. If you want to learn more, listen to this in-depth episode! [00:01 - 06:56] Diabetes Type Two Is a Nutrition Issue Type two diabetes affects every single organ in your body, including your skin

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015: Interview with Al Lyman

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2023/02/27

In this episode, our guest, Al Lyman, shares chapters of his book “Age Well and Feel Great” that talk about the importance of nutrition, which can improve the overall quality of life. Al shares some of the positive benefits of undertaking small increases in physical activity and nutrition that can eventually give you a longer life span. You definitely want to listen as he also gives you some strategies on how to position yourself from those huge food manufacturing companies that keep pulling you

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014: What's Up With This "new" Weight Loss...

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2023/02/20

Traditional medication doesn't always work. Besides, it can be expensive. There are also claims that the long-term impact of some medicines isn't good for your health. In this episode, Dr. Steve talks about the adverse effect and brand names for type 2 diabetes. He also shares a tip to reduce glucose and insulin levels without needing medication. Listen and learn why replacing drug medicine with a healthy diet is better. [00:01 - 05:43] Different Mechanisms To Keep Your Blood Glucose Low The two

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23:59

013: What Is The Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2...

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2023/02/13

Diabetes is a very common health condition. However, many people with diabetes experience some form of discrimination or stigma because of their condition. This can be due to a lack of understanding not only about the disease but also about diabetes itself. In this episode, Dr. Steve is here today to tell you what’s the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. If you have either one, or you have a family member or friend who has one of these, this episode is good for you because it’ll help

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23:49

012: How Carbohydrates Cause High Blood Pressure

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2023/02/06

High blood pressure due to blood vessel damage is one of the major causes of heart attacks and strokes. The good news is, you can lower your blood pressure by simply changing what you are eating. In this episode, Dr. Steve will provide the education and information you need to discover how carbohydrates increase blood pressure and why this is so important for you to understand. Listen now to discover the truth on how you can lower your blood pressure naturally. [00:01 - 03:26] Reason Why You Have

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49:34

011: Interview with Danny Vega

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2023/01/30

In this episode, Danny shares exactly how he and his family go into nutrition. He will also share with us some information about mastering leptin and being able to control it. If you are the type of person who struggles with their weight and has a hard time getting in shape, listen to one of the experts in their field. Danny is the Strength & Conditioning Coordinator for VCU Men's Basketball. As a powerlifter, he had meet bests of 640 lb squats in wraps (610 lbs raws), 400 lb bench, and 700 lb

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17:11

010: Why We Are Addicted To Sugar

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2023/01/23

If you’re wondering why you are addicted to sugar, you must listen to this episode. Dr. Steve reveals that sugar addiction is a result of certain conditions in your brain and your gut. Learn more about improving your overall health by changing what you put in your mouth and the specific foods to avoid consuming. [00:01 - 07:10] The Pleasure Center Of The Brain Eating sugar stimulates the nucleus accumbens The more pleasure you have, the more resistant the nucleus

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26:23

009: This Is As Simple As It Gets

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2023/01/16

In this episode, Dr. Steve explains the simplest way to lose weight and become healthy. He also shares some tips on what foods to avoid and how to avoid them in order to reverse, and hopefully eliminate your type 2 diabetes and obesity. If you are suffering from these illnesses and want to change your eating lifestyle, then this episode is for you! [00:01 - 06:08] The Only Thing That You Should Put In Your Mouth The only carbohydrates that you should be eating are fruits and vegetables. Dietary

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008: How Excessive Carbohydrate Intake Causes Organ...

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2023/01/09

Do you know refined carbohydrates are in almost every processed food and drink sold at the supermarket? You will be shocked when you learn how they cause damage to your organs. In this episode, Dr Steve explains how processed carbohydrates damage your organs. He shares facts about fats and cholesterol. He will let us visualize our inner organs and effects. Find out what the science says and save your health by listening to this great episode! [00:01 - 06:00] Opening Segment Cholesterol is

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007: Things To Look For When Having A Lipid Panel Done

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2023/01/02

What you eat has a huge impact on your health. Eating certain foods can go from desirable to dangerous in just a handful of bites! In this episode, Dr. Steve clarifies what causes your fat and talks about carbohydrates. He will tell you exactly what you need to know about VLDL, LDL, HDL, and triglycerides – as well as the process they go through inside your body (and what causes them to do so). If you would like to know how to understand and evaluate your lipid panel, then this full-of-knowledge

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24:28

006: What is fructose and why is it poison?

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2022/12/26

In this episode, Dr. Steve shares about the dangers of fructose and how the high amounts of it ingested by the body can turn it into glucose, uric acid, inflammatory mediators and fat and causes many different problems for the body. He also talks about how fructose and glucose make up sucrose and how this can turn into fat in the body. [00:01 - 04:07] Uncovering the Truth About Fructose Glucose, fructose, and galactose are the three main monosaccharides Sucrose is a disaccharide made up of

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005: What Does Insulin Have to do With Being a Carb...

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2022/12/19

In this episode, Dr. Steve shares the difference between Being a carb burner and being a fat burner in the body and how we need fat in our nutrition plan to help repair cellular damage in our bodies and to help make several hormones. He also shares that keeping our insulin levels low not only helps burn fat but also helps us feel healthy and also have more energy. [00:01 - 04:22] An Analogy of a Campfire Getting ready to build a bonfire by stockpiling logs Using kindling instead of logs for the

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25:52

004: It is NOT "Eat Less Calories and Exercise More"

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2022/12/12

In this episode, Dr. Steve discusses the terrible weight loss advice we commonly receive and why it is ineffective. He also discusses what we can truly do to lose weight and how to properly implement dietary changes. [00:01 - 05:07] Opening Segment Calories are units of heat energy Food calories is a kilocalorie The body knows the exact amount of sodium levels it needs to function properly [05:08 - 12:11] Body Regulators Our body weight is regulated by our metabolism and appetite Going below

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003: Nutrition Tips for the Holiday Season

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2022/11/22

In this episode, Dr. Steve discusses the importance of drinking plenty of water, the reasons we should avoid eating artificial sweeteners, and the importance of eating in moderation. He also provides 10 tips on how to eat healthy over the holiday season. [00:01 - 11:35] 10 Tips to Eating Healthy Eat something healthy before going to that holiday meal Drink plenty of water each day Stick with water and avoid sugary food and drinks Be mindful of the portion size of your meal Eat all the

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22:43

002: What Does Insulin Have to do With Obesity

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2022/11/22

In this episode, Dr. Steve talks about the connection between insulin and obesity. He shares how carbohydrates cause our blood glucose to rise and in return causes the body to release insulin. Dr. Steve also shares that the release of too much insulin in the body may cause us to have metabolic syndrome and in return may cause the body to do horrible things. [00:01 - 05:11] What is Insulin and Glucose? The pancreas is the source of the hormone insulin Insulin causes glucose to get out of our

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001: Welcome to Simple, Healthy Choices for Weight Loss

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2022/11/18

In this episode, Dr. Steve Hughlett shares how it all began with a desire to help people in attaining better health. Dr. Steve practiced pharmacy for over 30 years in a hospital setting with the first half being in Pediatrics and the second half as a supervisor. As a health-conscious individual who witnessed the decline of health and the rise of medication in the market, he wanted to help educate people about the impact of medications on the body, how the food we consume affects the body, and why

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