Soul control isn't just spiritual—it is also connected with what you put in your body. Join Kylie and Shannon for a food ingredient autopsy that will change how you look at grocery store labels forever.

Discover the hidden chemicals in everyday foods that are designed to make you crave more, disrupt your hormones, and affect your mood. From the "yoga mat chemical" in bread to MSG's brain effects, we're exposing 10+ harmful additives and sharing natural alternatives you can use today.

This isn't about perfection or rigid rules—it's about wisdom, making better choices, and honoring the temple God gave you. Learn practical tips for eating healthier without breaking the bank, plus how to navigate restaurants and social situations.

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Struggling with brain fog, constant cravings, or feeling hungry no matter how much you eat? It's not about willpower—it's about what you're feeding your brain.

In this eye-opening episode, Kylie and Shannon dive deep into the shocking connection between food and brain health. Discover why processed carbohydrates hijack your brain's pleasure centers just like addictive drugs, why restricting calories actually makes you gain weight, and how certain foods can turn OFF genes linked to Alzheimer's and dementia.

What You'll Learn:✅ Why your brain might be starving even when you're eating plenty✅ The real reason diets fail (hint: it's not lack of discipline)✅ How food triggers the same brain response as cocaine and heroin✅ Why "calories in, calories out" is a myth✅ Simple food swaps that eliminate cravings and clear brain fog✅ How to eat in a way that supports long-term brain health

Featured Research:• Dr. Daniel Amen's groundbreaking work on brain health• Dr. David Ludwig's study on how processed carbs affect hunger and metabolism• The connection between nutrition and Alzheimer's prevention

This isn't about restriction or shame—it's about adding the RIGHT foods so your body and brain can finally work together the way God designed.

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📚 Books (Amazon Affiliate Links - Your purchase supports the podcast!):• Gut Feelings by Dr. Will Cole: https://amzn.to/4k3kGET• Dr. Amen's Cookbook: https://amzn.to/4k3kGET• The Perfect Gene Diet: https://amzn.to/4k3kGET

📖 Articles:• Dr. Amen & Dr. Ludwig on Brain Food: https://nextbigideaclub.com/magazine/conversation-dr-david-ludwig-and-dr-daniel-amen-on-brain-food-the-connection-between-mind-and-metabolism/20493/?srsltid=AfmBOoqEizvvQ4CzG1W2rLftzkogs2mQDsT4FFesGgq2zZAR8zPpwsG4

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 Tired of starting over Every Monday, every new year, every diet. Welcome to winning the Week with Kylie and Shannon. In this episode, we're breaking the cycle with five steps to stop starting over the identity shift that makes eating easy. Forget willpower and restrictive rules. We're diving into the psychology behind why your brain keeps hitting reset, and how one simple identity shift can transform food from your enemy.

At the end of this episode, you'll walk away with actionable strategies to rewire your relationship with eating. Plus the tools to make 2026 the year you finally stop starting over. Ready to choose life at the end of your fork. Let's dive in.

Episode Resources

📖 "Gut Feelings" by Dr. Will Cole🩺 Dr. Farrell episode 📥 FREE Download: Identity & Rhythm Eating Guide with recipes, meal trackers, and practical tips

In this episode of Winning the Week, Kylie and Shannon sit down with Evangelist Alma Rivera, a global revivalist whose faith journey began in Mexico and now reaches nations around the world. Alma shares powerful testimonies of miracles, divine protection during a kidnapping in Mexico City, and the transformative power of worship, obedience, and saying yes to God. This episode will strengthen your faith and inspire you to boldly pursue your calling.

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In this special Autumn Assembly 2025 episode, Kylie and Shannon welcome Pastor Kerrick Butler to discuss what it truly means to live in “The Rhythm of Rest.”

Pastor Kerrick shares wisdom from his newest book, revealing how to cultivate rest in a world full of noise, pressure, and responsibility. From balancing life as a pastor, husband, and father to embracing faith-based rhythms that restore the soul, this conversation is filled with clarity, encouragement, and spiritual insight.

Listeners will learn the importance of one day wins, how rest increases productivity and creativity, and how to bring faith into everyday life. This episode closes with a prayer for rest, renewal, and focus that you won’t want to miss.

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If you’ve been experiencing hormone changes, sleep disruptions, mood swings, weight gain, brain fog, or increased stress—this episode is for you.

This week on Winning the Week, hosts Kylie Shannon and Shannon welcome Dr. Loretta Ferrell, an expert in women’s health and functional medicine, to unpack what’s really happening during perimenopause and menopause—and how to navigate it with clarity and confidence.

Together, they explore:

• The difference between perimenopause and menopause

• How gut health and inflammation influence hormones

• Natural approaches to sleep hygiene and stress reduction

• Fasting for women (and why timing matters)

• Circadian rhythms & best time of day to exercise

• How genetics shape your health, weight, and hormone responses

• Functional medicine vs. traditional approaches

• Faith-based wellness for a whole-person perspective

Dr. Ferrell brings practical, compassionate insight to help women understand their bodies, support their hormones, and make empowered decisions in midlife and beyond.

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Gut Feelings – https://amzn.to/3KkUBUp

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In this powerful episode of Winning the Week, hosts Kylie and Shannon sit down with Dr. Avery and Caramarie Jackson to uncover the truth about faith, health, and the future of medicine. Discover how the Jacksons’ journey through traditional healthcare, the challenges of the COVID-19 era, and their unwavering faith led them to create a groundbreaking, faith-based healthcare system. Learn about the importance of spirit, soul, and body alignment, the role of nutrition, and practical steps you can take to reclaim your health and well-being. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, answers, or a new path to wholeness, this episode will equip you with the tools and hope you need to thrive.

In this episode, Kylie and Shannon continue their self-love and learning series with a deep dive into the power of self-compassion. Discover why letting go is essential for healing, how to recognize negative self-talk, and practical exercises to help you treat yourself with kindness and grace.

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