Darya Rose (IG: @daryarose) is a neuroscience PhD, author of the book Foodist, and creator of the award-winning blog Summer Tomato, which was named one of TIME's 50 Best Websites. She spends most of her time thinking and writing about food, health and science.

In this episode, we discuss:

Darya’s experience raising a healthy child
Growing up in the diet culture
Why Darya decided to stop avoiding carbs
The life-changing transformation that inspired her blog & book
The science behind dieting & weight gain
Darya’s approach to breaking away from dieting
The story behind Summer Tomato
Options for buying produce, throughout the year
Cost effective tips for healthy eating
Shop in season
Eating at home vs. dining out
Start cooking together
Biohacking your health needs
The challenges of living in different U.S. states
What Darya recommends eating
Enjoy what you eat
Breaking the habit loop
Adopt a growth mindset
The rewards of healthy habits
How Darya inspired her Dad to change his diet
Marathon running
Exercise improves your metabolism
Prioritize your self-care
Know your core values

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Related links:

Darya Rose - Foodist (book)

Darya Rose's website (Summer Tomato)

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Join Darya's Free 5-Day Mindful Meal Challenge

Kevin Rose

Charles Duhigg - The Power of Habit (book)

James Clear - Atomic Habits (book)

Oak - Meditation & Breathing (app)

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284: Darya Rose - Foodist • Break Away From Dieting • Shop In Season

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