Jul 26 2024 54 mins
Megan Lautz, RD – Realistic Nutrition for First Responders
As regular listener's know, we talk a lot about the importance of mental health on his podcast, but there are other aspects of our health that are just as important. Research tells us there is a connection between the types of foods we eat, our mental and emotional health and its impact on things like anxiety and depression. A lack of essential nutrients can be a contributing factor which is where today’s guest comes in.
Today I speak with Megan Lautz, she is a registered dietician and strength coach who specializes in working with first responders.
Megan currently works full time with Fairfax County Fire and Rescue in Virginia, but she also sees private clients through her business.
Megan started out in corporate wellness but then transitioned into working with first responders and hasn’t looked back. She is what I refer to as “culturally competent”, a term you typically hear to describe mental health professionals who understand the unique needs in working with first responders.
You won’t want to miss this episode. It’s like having a Masterclass in Nutrition for the First Responder population. So you may want to have a pen and paper handy or the notes app on your phone cause Megan gives us some great tips.
Megan’s approach is practical, and she promises not to kale and quinoa you to death. We discuss go-bags for those times you might be held over on shift or stuck on a scene and the best foods and snacks to include. We discuss topics like gastrointestinal and gut issues, fiber and caffeine intake and how certain foods support brain health and better sleep. Megan is also able to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, which means she can work with you on a specialized plan if you have a medical diagnosis such as cancer.
LINKS:
Megan's Website - www.rescuerd.com
ALSO, as I mentioned in the Intro, here are a few additional links to things that I am involved with:
Justice Clearinghouse Course - Building a Wellness Program From the Ground UP
DISCOUNT CODE: For my Guns & Yoga Podcast audience a discount of 20% off for the course is available if you use the promo code: WENDY (all caps).
Link to Kim Colegrove's Podcast: The Well Warrior Show
And, lastly the Women In Federal Law Enforcement (WIFLE) link: