Fuel Her Awesome- Food Freedom, Intuitive Eating, Empowered Eating, Overcoming Obsession With Weight Loss, Strength Training

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Fuel Her Awesome – Your Nutrition Pep Talk to Supercharge Your Life! Hey friend, welcome to **Fuel Her Awesome**—the podcast that helps you cut through the nutrition noise, trust your body, and fuel your life with confidence! I’m **Jess Brown**, registered dietitian, certified sports specialist, certified eating disorder consultant and **empowered eating** coach, here to bring you bite-sized, science-backed pep talks that blend **biofeedback, nutrition science, and real-life values**—because true wellness isn’t about rigid rules, it’s about alignment. Each episode is your **weekly dose of clarity and motivation**, helping you break free from all-or-nothing thinking and make food choices that work for YOU. Whether you’re looking to boost energy, improve digestion, or just feel better in your body, you’re in the right place. 👉 Hit Subscribe for:✅ The Value Compass – Grounding your nutrition in what truly matters to you! This is what sets up apart from intuitive eating.✅ Biofeedback Boss Tips – Learning to listen to your body’s cues! Your body is always communicating to you, learn how! ✅ Nerdy Nutrition Nuggets – Science-backed insights made simple. No trends, just science. ✅ Practical Takeaways – Small, actionable steps to fuel your awesome!Because here’s the deal—you are awesome, and life is an invitation to show up that way. But you can’t do that without food. So, let’s dive in and fuel your awesome with Empowered Eating!

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kathleencantwell

Perfect timing

Bring it on 2025! A new year, with empowered eating on the horizon, a missing puzzle piece to the rhythms I’ve put into practice, with vision for aging well. Jess masterfully approaches the integration of mind, body, and soul with her passion for people’s wellness, expertise in nutrition and ability to champion others in wholehearted living. Two thumbs way up for this podcast!
Brittany0Brittany0384747

Love this podcast and Jessika!

Can I just say that I should have wrote this sooner as I’ve been listening a long time! I love that she talks about her dog. I relate :) I’ve owned a nutrition business for 13 years. After paying off $100k in student loans I looked into going back to school for my RD. Finding out I’d have to pay $60k more essentially to retake loads of classes that had nothing to do with nutrition just to take 6 nutrition classes, get my Master’s and take the test I went through a battle over and over to ultimately decide I’m not doing it. SO that started my deep dive into learning about nutrition on my own more in depth than I ever have in my life. I stumbled upon this podcast and religiously listen each week. Everything I’ve ever believed, learned and used with clients is dead spot on to what Jessika teaches. She’s fun, funny and relatable! Thank you for the value you add and I can’t wait to see what happens next month! :) Proud with you for your next chapter and what’s to come!
NCBY19

Down to earth health show!

I love Jessika’s personality and her realistic/well rounded approach to health and wellness!
annacarttherapy

Engaging and informative

As a new clinician in the eating disorder treatment field, I have found this podcast to be so helpful as I seek to learn more about nutrition. Not only is this super informative for my own personal and professional use, but it’s also just a fun and easy listen! Highly recommend!
HSRW28

Great podcast!

Loved the rigidity vs. discipline episode! I feel that’s been missing a LOT in intuitive eating podcasts. I truly believe that’s been the gap I’ve been looking for and hadn’t been able to find in podcasts until now!
meganoconnor

LOVE this podcast; have recommended it to many

I started listening to this podcast around a year ago and absolutely fell in love with it right away. Not only do I benefit from her motivational input but am hugely interested in the scientific background because I am working on becoming an RD myself! Jess is truly someone I look up to in the field of nutrition and hearing how passionate about it she is inspiring! I tune in every week and find every episode encapsulating and educational. Would recommend this to anyone interested in/ has questions or has struggles involving nutrition.
Shana | budgetbesties.com

A Must-Listen for Empowered Living!

Fuel Her Awesome is an absolute game-changer! Jessica brings a refreshing perspective to the world of health and wellness that's both informative and empowering. Her dedication to helping women find food freedom and boost their energy is truly inspiring. Jessica's passion, knowledge, and warm personality shine through in every episode. Whether you're a busy mom, a career woman, or anyone looking to level up your health, this podcast is a must-listen. Keep up the fantastic work, Jessica! 🌟💪🎧
jennaLR1991

I love this podcast!

I recently found this podcast and I’ve been listening through from the beginning. I’ve skipped an episode here and there, but I have listened to almost all of them and I am so hooked. Jess is so fun and personable and listening in feels like hanging out with a kind and supportive friend. I am going to be so disappointed when I am caught up and I don’t have episodes to tune into daily. She had so many helpful tips and tricks and overall helps me shift my perspective. I feel stronger and healthier because of some of the things I have implemented from her podcast, and my journey to self love has become much more of a priority. I can’t rave enough about it… I adore this podcast!
Virnaliz

She’s truly an incredible human

I started working w Jess not too long ago and a v short period of time she’s become one of my favorite people. Her podcast starts my mornings off w a cup of coffee and writing my intentions, my thoughts, and my hopes/fears. Her words of wisdom are truly inspiring and I would recommend her to anyone.
Brittany Braswell

I seriously love this show!

Jess shares practical strategy AND encouragement in every episode. Her knowledge and love for the work she's doing is apparent in the way she speaks on the podcast, and I always walk away feeling encouraged and inspired to take a next step in some area of my life or health. Keep it going, Jess!
Eating to enjoy

Best Podcast

Jess is so knowledgeable and fun to listen to. I am an avid listener. She really helps digest all the confusing and conflicting diet trends and makes eating fun! I’ve learned so much from her podcasts and look forward to the new one each week. Liz, RN
Balanced Momma Des

All the nutrition info EVERY woman should hear!

Jess is so fun to listen to with her friendly and passionate vibe and scientific and practical take on eating with her empowered eating approach! She tackles all the confusing information that is all over the place in social media and our culture as well as the mental and self love piece which is HUGE! As a Doctor of Physical Therapy that specializes in pelvic floor and a bachelors in nutrition, I talk with my patients about the importance of mental health/our inner voice, diet and gut health all the time so I’m so excited to be able to refer all my patients that need more support to Jess! Bonus that I’m also from Albuquerque in the 505 🤗 Binging all the episodes as we speak. Thanks for sharing your genius and helping other women change their relationship with food and themselves. 🙏🏼💕-Dr. Desiree Cassell with The Balanced Momtality Podcast
Robin Rhine McDonald

Someone who GETS it

Jessika is standing for what’s possible for health - that we can be well without harmful diets and restrictions, but from a place of freedom and purpose. Seriously, this podcast and this message are SO needed!
bregriego

You Need This Podcast in Your Life!

I’m lucky to work with Jessika in real life and immediately started listening to her podcast! She is thoughtful, genuine, and has the unique ability to get to the heart of her clients’ needs and behaviors. She has a perfect podcast-voice and it always feels like I’m chatting with a friend when I listen to her episodes. The focus on wellness and happiness and finding your best self cannot be overstated. She makes me feel empowered and reminds me that my worth is so much more than when I’ve been conditioned to believe. Jessika’s guests are fantastic and there are important take-away points from each episode. Subscribe and thrive!
Val Warner

This podcast is amazing!

I’m so grateful for Jess and this podcast. So much useful information!
abtofab

Leave the Shame at the Door

This podcast is helping shift my paradigm away from shame. It’s both life-giving and thought provoking. Jess is willing to say the tough things necessary, in a loving way, in order to promote metacognition. I love that there is zero room for negative self-talk, only grace and the tools to grow!
Valerie Gately

Kind and knowledgeable!

Everything you’ll need! Jess is super supportive and sweet in her podcast. She has a lot of great thoughts and helpful tips. Do yourself a favor and listen in! 💕
DreaCloak

Yes! Yes! Yes!

I love the mission behind this podcast and how honest, positive, and supportive Jess is! More of this please 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
MickVSears

Real Talk!

Jess is so real and talks about food in a way that should be normalized in our society!!
rachiepoo2010

Shame free encouragement

I have a similar story to many women out there, the struggle of body image, diet culture, disordered eating is so common. My “health” journey involves massive emotional weight gain, an ex who “only was attracted to skinny people”, laser assisted liposuction paid for by previously mentioned ex, weight loss, having a baby, more weight loss, being skinny but not strong, and now struggling hard with re-gain. It’s been worse mentally this time around and I’m so thankful to have this podcast to listen to. Even on my worst days, I can turn this on and not feel shame even if I just ate a whole bag of skittles 🫣🤣 Thanks Jess.
PodcastListener882

Annoying

Couldn’t listen to it. She is too giggly and has an annoying California girl voice
dd1768904567

Talk to me, girl!

Love the explanation between discipline and rigidity! So often I think focused, but because I tend to focus on “all in or nothing” I end up failing mid week, or towards the end of the week, and then my whole weekend is kaput- or month. I get into the mindset of starting again on Monday, if mid month comes, and I failed more than once or twice then I figure I’ll start the next month. So I get it!
BrendaPries

Adding the tools to my toolbox

I’ve always heard people say “have the tools in your toolbox” and I never really knew what that meant. Jess, you have given me so many tools to use daily! Every episode is pack with information and compassion for someone struggling! I’m so excited to keep listening, learning and putting those tools to work! Thank you!!
floss3853

Clean Eating#17....LISTEN TO IT!

Wow! This one is great! Clarifies so much in terms of “clean eating.” Lots to think about if you are “clean eating!” Thanks Jess!
Armed to the Heart

LOVE your approach!!

This Podcast is an amazing mix of evidence-based nutrition, body image, faith, and values-focused discussions. I’ve listened to a few episodes so far and am so inspired and encouraged. I see myself and so many of my own clients and friends too, in your journey and story, and after finding food freedom from the obsession, diet culture and difficult relationship with my body and fitness postpartum, I am now at a place where I’m feeling more confident I can push my body to optimize health and fuel it’s performance, while still remaining free to enjoy food and life too without restriction. As a lifelong athlete and Army officer, high performance is important to me because it’s part of my calling, but balance and making sure I’m not compromising what matters most is key. -Megan Gephart, Armed to the Heart Podcast
__SaraK__

A winner!

Love this podcast! A good mix of information and recommendations with a lot of flexibility and freedom.
Ressler Ranch

Great podcast

Jess is a great source of information. She brings realistic information for todays world!! I am so thankful I stumbled upon her!!
LindseyNK

Love it!

This podcast is so practical, relatable, and enjoyable!
tinatk2000

Motivating

Love your podcast! It’s very positive and motivating.
jessica.smith0286

Thank you!

Hey Jess, it’s Jess 😍 I look forward to hearing from you every week. Your perspective is helping me change my thinking around food and I am so grateful for you and what you do! Thank you!
saradoane

wealth of knowledge!

thank you jess for your incredible insight
ammlsmith33

Amazing!

Highly recommend! Jess is amazing!
R Nani

Thank you!

Hi Jess. It’s Renee, Stef’s mom. About three weeks ago I started using the macro numbers you calculated for me the night we 3 had dinner. I was under eating for weeks trying to lose the 10 pounds I’d gained because my thyroid meds went wonky. Stef looked at my macros one day and told me I was starving myself! 🥹 Within one week of following your macro plan for me I felt so much better! My trainer said what the heck! Look how strong you are all of a sudden! My energy is better-I’m not going to sleep by 7 o’clock at night. And at Stefanie‘s suggestion AND Your podcast that talks about the scale, I have not weighed myself in weeks. I do not believe I’ve gained any weight and I’m not sure I’ve lost any either. But it’s still a win for me just because I feel so much better! Clearheaded, able to function better. Anyway thank you, Jess and I love your podcast❤️
ms.gurlllll :)

I LOVE IT :)

Jess is such a light to this world, and her podcast is just as awesome as she is. It’s what I listen to when I’m struggling with food or need to hear some encouragement. It’s my go to comfort podcast, and I can’t tell you how much it has helped me! I just love it!
Jenna_RD

One of my favorites!

This is one of my all-time favorite health podcasts! Jess provides the perfect balance between finding food freedom while still creating a healthy lifestyle. Thanks for putting so much goodness into the world, Jess!
S_D_ASBL

Jess is awesome!

I love her relatable approach to food and body. I am on a journey to find my own unique balance with food, movement and loving the skin I’m in, so grateful for this podcast and the encouragement it brings! -Sarah Dalton
ivrod

Love It!!

Do yourself a favor and listen to this podcast. Jess is so relatable and down to earth but also so knowledgable about nutrition. You’ll find yourself positively challenged about your perspective on nutrition and relationship with food. I love listening to all the topics she brings up - shes in tune to what culture is feeding us and helps break it down to a relatable way. Just listen - you wont regret it!
Mom2lily

Love this podcast!

Every time I listen to Jess’ podcast, I feel better about myself. I started my weight loss journey about three years ago after having four babies. I lost about 70 lbs., yet still, I’ve never been happy with my body. I’m learning that I’m not built to be skinny, and I probably won’t have the body I’ve always dreamed of (thank you, genetics!), but I’m learning to be comfortable in my skin thanks to Jess! I love this podcast. Thank you!
katehouse89

Highly Recommend!

I love listening to Jess! This podcast is helping me approach my self care with kindness and purpose ❤️ So grateful for Jessika teaching from a place of understanding, wisdom, and compassion!
Angie VA

So encouraging

This has become one of my favorite podcasts to listen too. She is so encouraging, her tips are always so helpful but what in love the most is how really she is… if you want to eat it’s ok too👍🏽 Since I found this podcast it has helped me change the way I think about food and learning how to have healthy relationship with it and to love my self.
mommymsg

Life changing!!!

In this podcast Jess addresses topics that many of us are working through/struggling with. She brings the science and the fun. She breaks things down so the typical person can understand and apply what she’s talking about. I’m a recovering perfectionist with all-or-nothing tendencies. Through this podcast and her other resources such as her e-course, I am thrilled to report that I have the most balance with my food and exercise, the most food freedom, and the best body image that I’ve had since probably elementary school. Thank you Jess! I am so grateful that you are using your God-given talents and wealth of knowledge to help others!
pdxgurl503

Encourages changing the emotional relationship with self & food

It was a wonderful podcast with someone who really understands that it’s more than just what you eat or how much; but all the thoughts and emotions surrounding food, self image and societal pressures.The latest episode with Dr. Erica Castleberry is a gem. A must listen for all people learning to cope with body image, food and the stigma of weight.
NattyLeo7

A Must Listen for All Us Women

Jessika really makes you stop and think about your relationship with food and your body. In those reflective times are when you can grow. So rarely has anyone made me pause and think deeply about those topics. With her knowledge of science and how all things effect you all the time, I fully trust every word that comes out of her mouth. Her voice, laughter, and demeanor keep your attention and keep you waiting for the next episode to drop! I LOVE her nutrition workout series and am already hooked to her new series that started the year off! Thank you Jessika for sharing your unbelievable wisdom with us! 😘😘
szruggs

LOVE LOvE LOvE!!

Love this podcast! Jess has an idea or solution for everything nutrition related and I love it!! She talks about things I’ve experienced but would’ve never been able to put into words. Great for anyone wanting to have a better relationship with their food and their body. And as someone studying dietetics this podcast is a huge resource!
Arissalujano

Amazing resource!!

From another RD- this podcast is amazing! I listen to it myself to continue pouring into my own self care. Everything she says is on point. I teach intuitive eating to my patients and give this podcast as a resource to them. Thanks Jess!!
PandaPro16:3

What a Gift!

I have been listening to Jess for some time, and now think I am one of her truest fans! I love how real Jess keeps it. She draws you in with her light and laughter and then when she adds the science, you’re hooked! Jess talks to you as a true friend which makes it so easy to connect to her and the topics! Thank you Jess!
Bubbles Prouse

A light in this world!

I simply can’t put in to words how incredible Jessika is. This podcast. This message. This human. Truly a light in this world and one heck of a neRD !!
Couty, B.

Inspiring, Life Changing!

Jess has helped me so much this past year, simply by tuning into her awesome podcast. I feel like each episode keeps getting better. She is relatable, kind, funny and when I tune in each Monday morning, it feels like I'm walking with a friend. She has helped me replace negative thought patterns with positive action steps towards a healthier way of living. Have a listen!
mellyboo4u

Poor quality

It’s incredibly difficult to hear this podcast when the hosts are on speakerphone and far away. Or at least it sounds that way.
Mattward97

Food Empowerment with Grace and Love.

Jess doesn’t just tell you why in her opinion. She shares the facts and talks with grace of loving yourself in the journey.