Transforming Health and Recovery with Melissa Urban
Episode Overview
Melissa Urban shares her journey of rewriting the Whole30 book to reflect personal growth and new scientific research. The revamped Whole30 includes more plant-based recipes and a kinder approach to food. Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining balance in recovery. Music can be a powerful companion in the recovery journey. Community support is essential for sustaining healthy habits.
You don't have to justify your boundary. The other person doesn't even have to understand it or agree with it in order to respect it
If you're curious about how food and recovery intertwine, this episode of Recovery Rocks is a must-listen. Hosts Tawny Lara and Lisa Smith sit down with Melissa Urban, co-founder and CEO of Whole30, to chat about her new book, 'The New Whole30'. Melissa shares her journey of rewriting the original Whole30 book to reflect her growth and the latest scientific research. She opens up about her personal recovery journey, celebrating 24 years sober, and how it has influenced her work.
Melissa's passion for helping people create healthy habits shines through as she discusses the revamped Whole30 program, which now includes more plant-based recipes and a kinder, more inclusive approach to food. The conversation also dives into setting boundaries, a topic Melissa covers extensively in her book 'The Book of Boundaries'. The hosts and Melissa share their love for music, with Melissa recounting how Taylor Swift and Chet Baker have been her hiking companions.
This episode is packed with practical tips on maintaining balance in recovery, setting boundaries, and transforming your relationship with food. Whether you're in recovery or just looking to improve your health habits, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.