Maya's Health Tips Episodes

Every Thursday, Maya releases a solo episode addressing one of the pillars of lifestyle medicine. These episodes are usually around 15 minutes long and meant to address any gaps in health topics addressed in interviews. Maya addresses nutrition myths and makes recommendations for the listener.
May 4, 2023

304: Fighting Chronic Inflammation with a Plant-Based Diet | Maya's H…

In this Healthy Lifestyle Solutions Podcast episode, host Maya Acosta discusses chronic inflammation and its link to chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's. She explains how a plant-based di...

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April 25, 2023

300 Episodes and Counting: Lessons Learned from the Healthy Lifestyle…

In this episode, Dr. Riz and Maya reminisce on how they initially started the podcast together. Nearly five years later, Maya has taken the podcast to focus more on women's health while adding a new segment titled "Doctor In ...

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April 20, 2023

298: Eat Your Way to Better Health: The Color-Coded Food Guide | Maya…

Maya Acosta discusses the popular tool which categorizes foods into green, yellow, and red based on their nutritional value and health impact. Whether you are dealing with diabetes or heart disease or simply want to lose weig...

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April 13, 2023

295: 7 Reasons Why Your Gut Needs Fiber for Optimal Health | Maya's H…

Fiber is essential in regulating blood sugar levels, reducing cholesterol levels, and promoting a healthy weight. The consequences of not consuming enough fiber can lead to short-term digestive problems and long-term chronic ...

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April 8, 2023

292: Our Experience at the Couples Retreat with Relationship Expert K…

Maya Acosta talks about her recent experience attending a couple's retreat led by relationship expert Katie Hendricks in Ojai, California. The podcast host shares how building healthy relationships is a key pillar of lifestyl...

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March 30, 2023

289: What's New with Healthy Lifestyle Solutions: A Quick Update for …

In this episode, Maya shares that she is taking a couples retreat to California with her husband, Dr. Riz. She also mentions that her life coach will be returning to the podcast to talk about her work as a trauma-informed coa...

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March 24, 2023

286: The Carbohydrate Conundrum: Debunking Myths and Understanding C…

Welcome to today's podcast episode, where we will discuss health tips about carbohydrates. The topic of carbohydrates is often misunderstood, with many saying that they avoid carbs but not specifying whether they are referrin...

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March 16, 2023

283: Plant Power: Debunking the Myths About Protein on a Plant-Based …

Today's topic is one that often comes up when people are considering a plant-based diet: protein. This episode will discuss how much protein you need, protein deficiency concerns, the myth of complete proteins, and healthy pl...

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March 9, 2023

280: MAYA'S TIP: Eating for Optimal Health: The Power of Dr. Greger's…

In this episode, we explore the power of Dr. Michael Greger's Daily Dozen and how it can help you eat for optimal health. The Daily Dozen is a powerful tool to help you eat for optimal health. Focusing on nutrient-dense whole...

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March 7, 2023

278: Doctor in the House with Dr. Riz: Your Health Questions Answered

In this bonus episode of the Healthy Lifestyle Solutions Podcast, host Maya announces exciting changes to the podcast's direction, including adding bonus episodes featuring a new segment called "Doctor in the House with Dr. R...

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March 2, 2023

277: MAYA'S TIP: Say No to Booze: The Benefits of Sobriety for Women

Women who drink heavily are at an increased risk of heart disease, which can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and other serious health problems. Are you curious about the benefits of sobriety and reducing alcohol intake? Stick...

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Feb. 23, 2023

275: MAYA'S TIP: Calm and Collected: Women and the Importance of Str…

Are you aware of the impact that stress can have on your heart health? What steps have you taken to reduce stress in your life? Join me as I share tips on what you can do to manage your stress. In this episode, you will learn...

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Feb. 16, 2023

273: MAYA'S TIP: Sleeping Beauties: Women and Heart Health through Q…

How can you improve your sleep quality and reduce your risk of heart disease as a woman? Join us as we explore the importance of quality sleep for women's heart health and the best ways to enhance it. In this episode, you wil...

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Feb. 9, 2023

271: MAYA'S TIP: Ladies, Start Your Engines: Women and Exercise for …

Are you aware of the powerful impact that exercise and diet can have on your heart health as a woman? Want to learn about the best forms of exercise and plant-based foods for optimal recovery and risk reduction? Tune in to di...

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Feb. 7, 2023

270: Healthy Hearts: Lifestyle Choices for a Stronger You

Heart disease is the leading cause of death and disability worldwide. It can significantly impact an individual's quality of life and lead to serious health problems like heart attack and heart failure. Additionally, taking s...

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Feb. 2, 2023

269: Travel Toolkit | How To Consume Healthy Plant-Based Meals While …

Are you planning a trip? Don't miss a beat as we give you our plant-based lifestyle travel toolkit in today's Thursday Health Tip episode. Learn some advice on what to eat on flights, maintain a healthy diet while traveling, ...

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Jan. 26, 2023

267: Dining Out Toolkit | 3 Tips to Dining Out While Enjoying a Healt…

Now that you've decided to be healthier, it's essential to stick to your plant-based diet when dining out. Today's Thursday Health Tip discusses maintaining a healthy plant-based diet while dining away from home at restaurant...

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Jan. 19, 2023

265: MAYA'S TIP: Meal Planning in 5 Easy Steps

Discover a great way to incorporate healthy eating into your lifestyle in this Thursday's Health Tip episode. We'll cover simple steps to efficiently plan and prepare meals and develop a habit of making achievable and sustain...

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Jan. 12, 2023

263: MAYA'S TIP: Simplify Cooking Plant-Based at Home

In this Thursday’s Health Tip episode, we’ll talk about healthy ideas on what foods you can keep inside your pantry, fridge, and freezer. Learn the nutritional value of having these foods, tips on making cooking plant-based a...

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Jan. 10, 2023

262: Steps Towards Achieving Optimal Health: Why Your Diet Matters

This episode is about the lack of nutrition education in our society and about the results of not educating the public, such as the high rate of preventable deaths related to diet and the fact that medical schools do not push...

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Jan. 5, 2023

261: MAYA'S TIP: Start Your Health Goals Using This Ultimate Guide

If you’re looking to improve the quality of your life this year, stay connected with us for more episodes that will surely change your perspectives on a plant-based lifestyle. Listen in as we quickly discuss the facts about p...

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Jan. 3, 2023

260: Maya’s Story and an Introduction of Herself to New Listeners

Get to know more about our host in this episode as Maya shares her introduction to lifestyle medicine and plant-based diets, her journey and learnings over the past few years of podcasting, and her advocacy for a plant-center...

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Dec. 30, 2022

259: 2022 Recap and What’s New in 2023

Today, we wrap up all the great experiences and things we should improve from this year’s podcasting journey. Dive into this episode to learn how we’re planning to connect more with you as our listeners and exciting changes t...

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Dec. 1, 2022

250: MAYA'S TIP: Five Tips for Attending a Lifestyle Medicine Confere…

Join us in today's episode as Maya gives the biggest highlights of the Annual Lifestyle Medicine Conference in Orlando, Florida. Keep listening for upcoming events and tips on how to make the most out of every conference expe...

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