TENTANG EPISODE INI
What if changing what we eat could change the future of a nation? Mercedes and Anastasia are joined by Nancy Easton: leader and founder of Wellness in the Schools, a nonprofit on the mission to replace ultra-processed school lunches with fresh, scratch-cooked meals. In this powerful conversation, Nancy describes tangible tips for prioritizing healthy eating within a busy lifestyle, go-to meals and snacks, and advice for handling the transition from living at-home, to cooking for oneself. Nancy also brings us behind-the-scenes at Wellness in the Schools, describing a day-in-the-life, and her most memorable moments.
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(00:00) Intro
(02:30) Nancy's Childhood & How She Got Started
(11:17) Starting Wellness In The Schools
(13:28) The HOW Behind WITS
(15:38) Nancy's Greatest Challenge
(19:30) Putting Challenges In Perspective
(20:01) Healthy Meal + Snacks YOU NEED To Try!
(21:48) Behind-The-Scenes of Working At Wellness In The Schools
(24:51) How Can I Adjust My Lifestyle To Prioritize Wellness?
(34:00) Nancy's Top Three Tips
(40:15) Nancy's Most Standout Memory At WITS
(42:56) What Aspect of WITS Brings Nancy The Most Joy?
(45:49) How Can I Build Positive Habits Around Food?
(50:32) Nancy's Current Goals
(53:20) Nancy's Final Meal
(54:10) Nancy To Her Teen Self
(56:14) What Brings Nancy A Small Bit of Happiness?
(57:47) Nancy's Motivational Quote
(59:55) Key Takeaways
