Recorded Talks from Stanford Lifestyle and Weight Management Center

Navigate menopause with clarity and confidence. Lindsay Kennedy, PA-C, discusses menopause basics, key lifestyle recommendations, and targeted weight-management strategies—designed to empower you with knowledge and action.

Feeling overwhelmed by eating right on GLP-1 therapy? Whether you’re already on a GLP-1 or considering starting, Kelsi Buckley, MS, RD, CSOWM, breaks down the day-to-day realities of nutrition while on GLP-1 therapy. She'll simplify the core components, protein, fiber, and hydration into easy, actionable tips you can use every day to support satiety, sustain energy, and minimize side effects.

Snacking can be a powerful tool for supporting energy, focus, and fullness throughout the day. In this interactive cooking demo, Gina shares simple, high-protein, high-fiber snack ideas that are quick to make and easy to repeat. You'll learn how to build balanced snacks that help prevent energy crashes, support mindful eating, and fit into busy schedules – without sacrificing flavor or enjoyment.

Humans eat for many reasons above and beyond physiological hunger drives. Do you find yourself opening the refrigerator over and over, just to look? Or grabbing for a favorite snack after a hard day at work? How about eating to cope with stressful life events? Emotional eating is very common yet can derail health and lifestyle goals and lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and distress. Brittany Matheson, PhD, focuses on ways to identify emotional eating and practical tips, tools, and strategies to regulate emotions without turning to food.

Explore delicious mocktails and low-sugar drink options that are alcohol-free and diabetes-friendly, perfect for elevating your holiday celebrations! Discover creative recipes that are both festive and health-conscious, ensuring everyone can partake in the cheer while minimizing the added sugars and alcohol. Learn how to mix flavorful beverages that cater to various dietary needs while still enjoying the holiday spirit.

Marion Seabaugh, MPH, RD, shares delicious, nutritious side dishes that celebrate fall flavors while keeping carbohydrates in check. Discover creative recipes featuring seasonal produce like Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and squash, along with tips for navigating the holiday season. Enjoy the festivities without compromising your health goals!

Explore essential information about vitamins and minerals, focusing on commonly supplemented nutrients for the average adult. Shirley Siu, RD, CSOWM, talks about micronutrient-rich foods to incorporate into your daily diet and promote optimal health.

Emily Sylvester, MS, RD, shares tips on navigating restaurants and social events while maintaining a nutritious diet. She shares a guide for low-calorie swaps, ideas for portion control and customizing your meal, ways to include alcohol and dessert, and other tips to make eating out less intimidating when focusing on a health goal. Learn how to choose meals that satisfy your taste buds without the extra calories!

Reenergize your body and mind! Gina Ringelstein, RD, CSOWM, highlights the incredible wellness benefits of regular physical activity and features seated chair exercises suitable for all fitness levels. Learn how incorporating movement into your daily routine can boost energy, improve mood, and support overall health.

Discover fun and effective strategies for staying hydrated, learn practical habits to meet your fluid needs, and explore creative ways to add variety to your drinks. Whether you’re looking to enhance your hydration routine or simply curious about its benefits, Kelsi Buckley, MS, RD, CSOWM, has great information for you!

Join Shirley Siu, RD, CSOWM, as she combines healthy meal planning with budget shopping, kitchen organization, smart ingredient substitutes, and home delivery meals to make your meal prep a breeze.

Gina introduces the foundational principles of meal planning—planning, purchasing, and preparation—to help you create efficient, budget-friendly, and nourishing meals for your busy lifestyle. Learn how to design weekly menus, shop smarter, and streamline meal prep to save time and reduce food waste. 

Join Shirley Siu, RD, CSOWM, for Protein Palooza and learn to prepare your own protein boosted recipes as we demystify protein supplements. Enhance everyday meals with quality protein on any budget.

Discover the essential building blocks of a sustainable and healthy lifestyle and how to optimize your nutrition for energy, satiety, and digestion. Gina explores the science-backed benefits of these nutritional powerhouses and gives practical strategies for adding them into your daily routine. Whether you’re aiming to improve energy levels, support weight management, or optimize your overall well-being, Gina provides actionable tips and resources to help you succeed. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their diet and wellness, this webinar will empower you to make impactful, lasting changes to your health.