Are you struggling to shed those pounds for summer . . . and keep them off? This week I’m going to give you some tips on how to stay motivated and get physical activity in even if you are on the road traveling. We dive deep into how many calories you actually burn while working out, and why physical activity is so important to your overall health. Join me on this journey and find out what kind of physical activity you actually need.

Time to Get Moving! Physical Activity . . . A Healthy Life

Back up and give me 6 feet! Chances are that you’ve been out to the store or out in public and you’re realizing that social distancing and face coverings are now the new normal. But have you stopped to think about how all this Coronoavirus occurs and how it the risks involved just from everyday life? This week, we’re going to talk about all the scientific details when it comes to the virus. How it occurs, how long it takes to occur, why you should limit your exposure to others and so much more.

The Coronavirus Risk from the Environment

Did you know that healthy really is a lifestyle and that sugar really is an addiction? In this episode, we will go over what it really means to be healthy, signs to look for, and ways to switch or maintain a healthy lifestyle. We will also talk about obesity, including childhood obesity and why it is on the rise, and what to do to stop it before it begins. 

Healthy is a Lifestyle

Are we ready? As communities of color, are we ready to resume life as normal in lieu of this coronavirus pandemic? This week, I want to dive into communities of color and how we are more at risk than ever for COVID-19, how we can voice our opinion and make a change, and how a pre-existing condition puts you most at risk for the virus.

COVID-19 and Communities of Color. . . Why Are We at Risk?

With the ever-changing information surrounding COVID-19, taking care of your immune system is most important right now. This episode will give you a better idea of how to boost your immune system naturally, what foods you should avoid and how to get the vitamins and nutrients your body needs to thrive. We also will talk about staying active during the shelter in place and how to take optimal care of your body during this time.

How to Boost Your Immune System Naturally

Vegan? Or Vegetarian? Join Dr. Sharita in this episode of the Trim Den as she talks about two lifestyles that the world is raving about. She will help you to get a better understanding of the differences between vegan and vegetarian lifestyles. Let Dr. Sharita guide you through the different variations of these lifestyles while sharing with you the healthy benefits of each.  

TTD014 Vegan vs. Vegetarian Lifestyles

Is there a heart in the house tonight? But how healthy is it? Join Dr. Sharita in this episode of the Trim Den as she kicks off Heart Disease Awareness Month by breaking down the dangers of heart disease for women. She will share with you the difference between modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors of heart disease. This disease impacts women in different ways than men, so listen in as Dr. Sharita helps us to recognize signs that many of us tend to ignore. Early recognition is the key to improving your health and decreasing your risk of suffering from heart disease. Lets not only spread love in February but lets also spread knowledge about heart disease in women! Show love to yourself and the special women in your lives by tuning in and sharing this episode of the Trim Den w/ Dr. Sharita.

TTD013 Heart Disease Awareness For Women

Do you know how much sugar the average person consumes annually? Catch this episode of the Trim Den w/ Dr. Sharita as she breaks down the facts behind the dangers of hidden sugars. She will provide you with the knowledge needed to recognizes how sugar consumption impacts our health. Dr. Sharita will breakdown the untold truths behind low-fat and sugar-free foods and drinks.    Tune in to learn if your dietary options are hindering your weight loss journey!

TTD012 Hidden Dangers of Sugars

Did you know that over 18% of children under the age of 18 suffer from obesity? This is a nationally known problem that stems from a lack of education and the generational curse of poor dietary habits. Join Dr. Sharita in this episode of the Trim Den as she touches on the truth behind Childhood Obesity. She will share information on how this form of obesity could lead to health and physical issues in adulthood. Dr. Sharita will give you the facts regarding the relationship between obesity and chronic diseases as well as teach you how we can prevent childhood obesity. Remember, as adults, we are responsible for our youth. The change starts with US!

TTD011 Childhood Obesity

Join Dr. Sharita in this episode of the Trim Den as she jumpstarts Diabetes Awareness Month with an in-depth interview of her super-friend world-renowned endocrinologist, Dr. Kelly Wood! They will share with you the information needed to improve your health while taking control of diabetes. Tune in to learn why specialists such as Dr. Kelly are important to your goal of living a longer, happier life with diabetes! 

TTD010 Interview with Dr. Kelly Wood

Join Dr. Sharita in this episode of the Trim Den as she closes out the 5 part Understanding Diabetes Mellitus series. She will share a 7 Step Diabetes Management Plan, which will help you to become the best you while learning to live with diabetes. She will challenge you to stay informed, find several avenues of support, jumpstart your weight loss, change your eating habits, stay active, set realistic goals, remove stress from your life, and love who you are. Remember creating a plan is the first step to living a longer, healthier life with type-2 diabetes!

TTD009 Understanding Diabetes Mellitus- Part 5

Come join Dr. Sharita in this episode of the Trim Den as she dives into the impact that poorly treated diabetes can have on your eyes and the blood vessels in the retina. This episode is part 4 in the Understanding Diabetes Mellitus series where she will be covering the tough topic of Diabetic Eye and Vascular Disease while sharing her intimate connection to this complication. Remember that her goal is to keep you informed so that you or your loved one may live a longer, healthier life with type 2 diabetes.

TTD008 Understanding Diabetes Mellitus- Part 4

Join Dr. Sharita in this episode of the Trim Den as she helps you to learn more about Peripheral Neuropathy and Kidney Disease as associated complications of poorly treated diabetes. This episode is part 3 in the Understanding Diabetes Mellitus series where she will share with you her intimate connection to the complications and provides you with the knowledge needed to live longer healthier lives with type 2 diabetes.

TTD007 Understanding Diabetes Mellitus- Part 3

Join Dr. Sharita in this episode of the Trim Den as she helps you to learn more about obesity and insulin resistance as it relates to the development of type 2 diabetes. This episode is part 2 in the Understanding Diabetes Mellitus series where she will share with you some interesting facts about diabetes, discuss the causes and risk factors, and the complications associated with poorly treated diabetes. She will also share her 7 Step Diabetes Management Plan.

TTD006 Understanding Diabetes Mellitus- Part 2

Join Dr. Sharita as she gives an in depth discussion on type 2 diabetes.  This will be a 5 part series where she will share with you some interesting facts about diabetes, discuss the causes and risk factors as well as many of the complications associated with poorly treated diabetes.  She will also go over her 7 Step Diabetes Management Plan.

TTD005 Understanding Diabetes Mellitus- Part 1

Water makes up 60% of the human body.  It comprises 70% of the earth's surface.  It is even found in the air.  Listen as Dr. Sharita discusses the importance of water and why it offers many benefits toward improving your health.

TTD004 The Benefits of Water

Dr. Sharita gives you an in depth discussion on intermittent fasting.  You will learn what it actually means, why people choose to do it and how it benefits you.  She also explains how to do intermittent fasting the right way.  

TTD003 Intermittent Fasting- "The What, Why and How?"

Hey guys thanks for joining me for another episode in The Trim Den.  In this episode you will learn more about me as I am interviewed by my podcast coach the one, the only Dr. Nii Darko.  He is the author of the best-selling book "3,2,1 Podcast". 

TTD002 Learn more about me with special guest my podcast coach Dr. Nii Darko

Welcome to my first episode in The Trim Den!  I'm going to tell what the show will be about.  I will also share my story as to what inspired me to create this show.  

The Trim Den w/ Dr. Sharita

The Trim Den w/ Dr. Sharita

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