Beyond Budgets Podcast17 Jul 2025

Wellness as Wealth: Functional Medicine, Family Nutrition & Travel with Rita Johnson

In this empowering episode, Deb Meyer talks with holistic health advocate Rita Johnson about how physical wellness impacts financial strength. They dive into functional medicine, family nutrition on a budget, simple food swaps, and how Rita's family of eight travels internationally without breaking the bank.

Episode Highlights

(04:38) Functional medicine basics – How to bridge the gap between feeling "off" and needing a diagnosis.
(06:45) Nutrition hacks – Prioritize protein, reduce hidden sugars, and try DIY staples.
(12:10) Feeding picky eaters – Mix of tough love, one-meal rules, and smart "food hiding" tactics.
(18:50) Healthy eating on a budget – Frozen veggies, bulk protein sources, and home-cooked meals.
(26:41) Exercise strategies – Home workouts, accountability, and when a personal trainer is worth it.
(30:27) Affordable family travel – Budget airlines, Airbnb, and traveling while remote working.
(46:37)Opportunity fund mindset – Save for joyful experiences, not just emergencies.

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Episode 32 – Bucket Lists, Balance & Building Wellness
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Episode 10 – Crafting a Saving Strategy for Bold Family Adventures
Learn how to build an "opportunity fund" for travel, starting a business, or renovating your home.

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