If you’ve been nodding along with the wellness movement but still aren’t sure how to take your first real step—this episode is your warm welcome in.

People everywhere are waking up to a simple truth: real health doesn’t come from pills, shakes, or short-term programs. Most of us have tried them—spent the money, followed the plans—only to end up frustrated or right back where we started. The missing piece? A strong foundation. And the good news is, it’s not complicated—just a few practical, common-sense shifts can spark real, lasting change.

Join Jamie Belz, host of the Nutritional Therapy & Wellness Podcast, and Mike Belz, CEO of the Nutritional Therapy Association (NTA), as they break down the Foundations of Wellness into common-sense, doable action steps for anyone just beginning their health journey.

This episode is packed with real talk, science-backed wisdom, and practical tips to help you pick your own adventure in a doable way. No more "all or nothing" attempts. Start over for the last time with one or a few of the easy but effective action steps you can incorporate today.

If you’re ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and finally start your wellness journey, this episode breaks it down into six simple, sustainable categories—what we call the Foundations of Wellness. You’ll learn how to:

• Eat a nutrient-dense diet rooted in real, whole foods (not calorie math), following Weston A. Price principles and honoring your bio-individual needs.
• Optimize digestion, the root of all health, by chewing thoroughly, practicing mindful eating, and supporting stomach acid and enzyme function (see Episode 11 for more).
• Balance blood sugar with small, daily habits like walking after meals and pairing carbs with protein and fat (see Episode 28).
• Improve sleep through calming evening routines, avoiding stimulants before bed, and aligning with your circadian rhythm.
• Reduce stress with tools like the 4-7-8 breath, gratitude practices, and brain dumping— (see Episode 42).
• Incorporate movement you actually enjoy—walking, dancing, or strength training—while supporting lymph flow, bone density, and energy.

You’ll also hear real-life strategies like Mike’s “gas station rule,” how to track wins without perfectionism, and why home-cooked meals and community support are game changers. Most importantly, we’ll help you find your why—the motivation that keeps you going when things get hard.

Whether you’re trying to lose weight, heal your gut, regain energy, or just understand what “healthy” actually means, this episode gives you a practical, welcoming place to begin.

Podcast Episodes Mentioned

Episode 4 – Bio-Individuality

Episode 11 – Digestive Hell with Gray Graham

Episode 28 – Blood Sugar 101

Episode 31 – The Cold Turkey Episode

Episode 42 – Cultivating Joy

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