The Real Dish

Nov 01 2024 100 ep. 40 mins 186
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Welcome to The Real Dish, hosted by food and health industry expert, Chef Mareya, The Fit Foodie where we dive into all things to help you thrive so you can go out and CRUSH your big goals. It’s all about living a real, abundant, juicy life so we peel back the onion on the latest trends, spill the tea on diet myths and dish up real fit food for thought you can sink your teeth into. So, pull up a chair at the chef’s table and let’s dig in.

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EP 136 - A Woman's Health Mashup: highlights from The Real Dish

Nov 01 2024 23 mins  
Welcome back to The Real Dish Show! I'm your host, Chef Mareya, and today we've got a special treat for you. In this episode, we're diving into some of the best highlights from past discussions on women's health. We'll cover everything from balancing hormones and boosting energy to maintaining a healthy weight and feeling your best at any age. Our guests, Dustin Baker and Renee, jo

Ep 135: Breaking Barriers at 72 with Bodybuilder Renee Landers

Oct 13 2024 80 mins  
Renee Landers, a 72-year-old bodybuilder, is a testament to the power of resilience, dedication, and the pursuit of health at any age. Defying conventional expectations, Renee began her fitness journey later in life after a back surgery and quickly became an inspiration in the bodybuilding community. Her chiseled physique and unwavering strength are the results of years of rigorous

Ep 134 - FOODPRENEURS: In the HOT seat with David Figueroa, Founder of Melinda's Sauces

Oct 03 2024 58 mins  
Welcome to this special episode of the Real Dish called Foodpreneurs where we take a deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship with a special focus on leading innovators. Today, I’m interviewing David Figueroa, the visionary founder of Melinda's Hot Sauces. David transformed Melinda's from a small family business into an internationally recognized brand known for its gourmet,

EP 133 - How the Queen of Eating Clean is re-shaping a generation: Dishing with Tosca Reno

Aug 30 2024 58 mins  
What a dream it was to sit down with Tosca Reno, my fitlife mentor from afar. Although I appeared in her Eat Clean Magazine back in 2012, and had been a student of her work and an avid follower of her principles, I never had the pleasure of meeting Tosca until recently by way of this recording. And it was definitely worth the wait! As the Queen of Eating Clean herself shared her

EP 132 - FOR THE SPORT OF LIFE: THE FAMILY LEGACY BEHIND SPORTS RESEARCH

Aug 16 2024 62 mins  
What does it take to build a health and wellness brand that goes the distance? In this episode, I'm interviewing Jeff and Mike Pedersen of Sports Research. Jeff is a health industry legend who founded the company over 45 years ago after developing Sweet Sweat, an innovation that helps accelerate the thermogenic effect and improve circulation. Now led by his son, Mike, we dive

EP 131 - Is the carnivore diet good for you? With board certified cardiologist Dr. Jack Wolfson

Aug 05 2024 46 mins  
In this episode, we dive into heart Is the carnivore diet good for your heart and more heart health questions unpacked with board certified cardiologist Dr. Jack Wolfson. His point of view is: "I use all natural methods to prevent, treat, and reverse heart disease and related ailments. You don't have to depend on Big Pharma meds or surgeries to treat heart disease." In today's e

EP 130 - How to uplevel your energy and keep the energy vampires away

Jul 22 2024 43 mins  
In this episode of "The Real Dish," I address the energy challenges women face in midlife. I share my personal journey, including overcoming a significant injury and competing in a bikini bodybuilding competition. I identify "energy vampires" like stress, poor sleep, unhealthy diets, and negative relationships that drain vitality. I offer practical tips for boosting energy natura

EP 129 - The Midlife Makeover Summit

Jul 12 2024 40 mins  
WHAT IF THE SECRET TO HEALTH, HAPPINESS, CONFIDENCE AND YOUR DESIRED BODY IN MIDLIFE WAS JUST A SUMMIT AWAY? WORLD CLASS EXPERTS WILL LEAD YOU TO A LASTING HIGH QUALITY LIFE INSIDE A HEALTHY BODY THAT YOU CAN FEEL CONFIDENT. SIGN UP FREE for the Midlife Makeover Summit TODAY: https://summit.hoyefit.com/

EP 128: SHOCKED AT WHAT I FOUND OUT ABOUT MY HEALTH FROM MY GENETIC TEST

Jun 24 2024 60 mins  
When I interviewed Elwin Robinson, the founder and CEO of Genetic Insights for episode 124, it was a real eye opener. While we often focus on blood tests and scans to find out what is impacting our health, they don't tell the whole story. The important information our genetic blueprint holds is key to understanding our strengths and challenges. He was an otherwise healthy guy who e

EP 127 - How to BIOptimize your health, With Wade LightHeart, co-founder, BIOptimizers

Jun 13 2024 73 mins  
In this episode of "The Real Dish," Chef Mareya hosts Wade Lightheart, co-founder of BiOptimizers. They discuss health, nutrition, and lifestyle, focusing on Wade's journey and mission to optimize health. Topics include stress, adaptability, and finding purpose. They highlight essential nutrients like magnesium, the impact of industrialization on nutrient depletion, and challenges