Are carbs bad for you? Not so fast! In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie clears up the carb confusion once and for all. You’ll find out why carbohydrates aren’t the villains they’ve been made out to be — and how to choose the ones that actually love your body back.

From the history of the U.S. dietary guidelines to the real difference between simple and complex carbs, Dr. Vickie breaks it all down with her signature blend of humor and evidence-based wisdom. You’ll learn what “balanced” really means, why fiber is your best friend, and how to avoid the sugar traps hiding in your favorite foods.

No calculators, no food scales, just practical, real-world advice to help you enjoy your meals — carbs included.

Tune in and discover why the key to health isn’t cutting carbs, but choosing them wisely. Because when you love your body (and your carbs), healthy looks great on you.

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7 Day Kickstart to Healthy Habits and Lose Belly Fat

Is healthy eating too expensive? Not anymore! In this episode of Healthy Looks Great on You, Dr. Vickie shows you how to eat healthy on a budget without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

Discover how to use affordable staples like beans, frozen spinach, sweet potatoes, and canned goods to create quick, satisfying meals for busy weeknights or meal prep. You’ll also learn smart grocery shopping tips, easy meal ideas like budget bowls, sheet-pan dinners, and soups, and strategies to reduce waste while boosting your health.

Whether you’re looking to save money, eat better, or simply simplify your kitchen, this episode is packed with practical, budget-friendly nutrition tips you can use right away.

Resources: Download Dr. Vickie’s free Pantry & Freezer Guide with recipes and meal ideas at HealthyLooksGreatOnYou.com

Remember when you could power through the day without crashing? You can feel that way again! 🌿 In this episode, Dr. Vickie revisits the Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine—the science-backed habits that help women over 50 reignite energy, lose belly fat, sleep better, and feel like themselves again.

Forget the fads and quick fixes. You’ll hear real-world strategies for eating smarter, moving more, managing stress, and getting the restorative sleep your body craves. Dr. Vickie shares her own journey with humor and honesty, showing how small, sustainable changes lead to lasting results.

✨ Learn how to:

• Build energy naturally without supplements

• Eat for belly fat loss and hormone balance

• Manage stress and sleep better

• Create habits that actually stick

Because when you feel good, you look good—and Healthy Looks Great on You.

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