The food pyramid is back — and like in Stranger Things, it’s upside down.

In this episode of Ripple Effect Connection, Health & Performance Coach Kristi Hujik breaks down the new dietary guidelines and explains what they actually mean for your health, energy, gut, and daily food choices.

Kristi covers what changed, what didn’t, and what’s still missing — including protein recommendations, full-fat dairy, ultra-processed foods, added sugar, and alcohol guidance. She will also explain that even it is never applied to your nutrition decisions this is a ground-breaking development.

This episode is a calm, practical translation of nutrition guidance — designed to help you eat well without overwhelm, fear, or extremes.

If you’ve felt confused by changing nutrition advice, this episode will bring clarity.

00:00 Introduction to the New Food Pyramid

02:29 Understanding the Impact of Dietary Guidelines

03:55 Pros and Cons To Dietary Guideline Changes

04:57 The Importance of Protein in the New Guidelines

07:34 Beware of Processed Protein Products

08:26 Dairy and Fats: A New Perspective

11:26 Addressing Ultra-Processed Foods

13:46 Added Sugars and Alcohol Guidelines

15:47 What Remains the Same in Dietary Guidelines

17:32 The Need for Individualized Nutrition

19:51 Conclusion: A Simple Framework for Healthy Eating

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Detox don't retox!We take the air we breathe and the water we drink for granted — yet both can have a profound impact on our overall health. In this episode of Ripple Effect Connection, Kristi Hujik is joined by wellness entrepreneur & SVP at AirDoctor & AquaTru by Ideal Living Helen Christoni for a thoughtful conversation on why air and water deserve just as much attention as food when it comes to reducing toxic load. Helen pioneered the company’s expert social programs, helping bring science-backed air and water purification into millions of homes. Together, they explore lesser-known truths many people have never been taught — including why boiling water doesn’t remove chemical contaminants, how indoor air quality can quietly contribute to dis-ease, and why third-party testing is critical when choosing filtration systems. They also discuss travel, everyday exposure, and how filtering the air you breathe and the water you drink can meaningfully support the body’s ability to function, repair, and detoxify over time. Connect with Kristi Hujik: ===== Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/wholehealthkristi⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠===== Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kristihujik.com/===== Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Wholehealthkristi===== Coaching - ⁠https://www.kristihujik.com/coaching-offerings ===== Join my free online VIP Wellness Community - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BBMu47UsB/===== Show Notes - https://www.kristihujik.com/podcast===== Product discounts and links for you - https://linktr.ee/wholehealthkristi===== Watch On & Subscribe To My Youtube Channel - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@wholehealthkristi13 ⁠⁠⁠Connect with Helen Christoni:===== Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helenchristoni/===== LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenchristoni/===== X - https://x.com/helenchristoni

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In this episode of Ripple Effect Connection, host Kristi Hujik welcomes Dr. Georgia Brown, a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner with over 22 years of experience. They explore the intricate connections between physical health, emotional well-being, and energetic balance. Dr. Brown shares her personal journey and insights on how stored emotions and stress impact the body, the importance of addressing both physical and emotional health, and the role of functional medicine in holistic healing. They discuss the significance of understanding trauma, the necessity of forgiveness, and the challenges women face during menopause. The conversation also delves into the gut-brain connection, the benefits of bioidentical hormones, and the importance of supporting children and teens in their health journeys. The episode concludes with practical biohacking tips for better health and wellness.

00:00 Intro

02:59 Full Body Approach and Energetics

04:21 The Interconnection of Physical and Emotional Health

06:47 Understanding Emotional Patterns in Chronic Symptoms

08:45 The Impact of Trauma on Health

11:49 Forgiveness and Self-Awareness

12:50 Empathy and Boundaries in Healing

17:19 Functional Medicine and Holistic Approaches

19:59 Healing Is Not Linear

22:42 Integrating Wellness in Chiropractic Care

25:11 Transformative Impact on Children and Teens

29:20 The Gut-Brain Connection

31:47 Navigating Menopause with Bioidentical Hormones

36:26 Empowering Women Through Hormonal Health

39:47 Biohacking Favorites

41:07 Favorite Go-To Supplements

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