028: Interview with Maurie Gingell, CPC

Simple, Healthy Choices for Weight Loss

In this episode, join Maurie Gingell as he shares his personal journey and insights on embracing a healthier lifestyle. Discover practical tips on transitioning to a nutritious diet, cleaning out your kitchen cabinets, and preparing homemade, unprocessed meals. Explore the impact of dietary choices on well-being, the influence of marketing, and the benefits of supporting local vendors. Gain valuable insights for adopting a sustainable lifestyle change and unlocking the power of healthy eating. Tune in now for an enlightening episode!

Maurie Gingell is a franchise partner at Gecko Hospitality, recognized as Forbes' America's Best Recruiting Firms in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. With over 35 years of restaurant experience, Maurie focuses on fostering trust and comfort throughout the placement process for both candidates and clients. He has a passion for coaching and advising individuals in the restaurant industry, watching their careers flourish as a result. Maurie's dedication to building long-lasting relationships is a key aspect of his work.

[00:01 - 14:22] Transitioning to a Healthy Eating Lifestyle

Maurie shares his personal journey of realizing the need for healthier habits.

Maurie credits Steve's book, "Your Plate Is Your Fate," for his nutritional education and awareness of the dangers of processed foods and sugar."

He also discusses a 28-day challenge that he took, which motivated him to commit to healthier habits.

He also stresses that eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive.

[14:23 - 29:19] Building a Healthy Kitchen Environment for Better Eating Habits

The importance of clearing the cabinets of all unhealthy, processed foods to avoid temptation during moments of cravings.

Maurie promotes the idea of preparing meals from scratch and eating clean, unprocessed food as much as possible.

He also emphasizes that a change in diet can actually enhance your appreciation for different flavors, not necessarily associated with high sugar or processed foods.

[29:20 -38:13] The Impact of Eating Habits on Health and Well-being

Many people mistake thirst for hunger and fail to consume enough water daily.

Taste preferences can evolve over time.

Consuming meat (protein and fat) frequently can result in feeling full and reducing meal frequency.

The marketing industry has influenced our eating habits significantly.

Chronic diseases are affecting people at a younger age due to poor eating habits and obesity.

[38:13: - 48:59] Health-conscious Dietary Choices and Local Food Sourcing

Diet sodas were recognized for their negative health effects, including raising insulin levels. Drinking water is strongly recommended.

Flour-based food products were avoided due to their high glucose content, which is especially detrimental for diabetics.

Maurie expresses a preference for farmers' markets and building relationships with local vendors.

[49:00 - 01:30] Closing Segment

Maurie shares that quitting sugar was the hardest part of his dietary changes.

It is stressed that consumers need to be vigilant about reading food labels, especially for the hidden ones under different names.

Vegetable oils and seed oils are cautioned against due to their inflammatory properties.

They believe that following a lifestyle change, not a temporary diet, is the best way to improve health and maintain energy levels.

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Tweetable Quotes:

“Eating healthy, if you let it be, it can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be.” - Maurie Gingell

“You can have bad habits or you can develop your good habits, and that's what you do with this change. You just develop better habits of how you eat.” - Maurie Gingell