Clean Plates, Clear Minds: Overcoming Food Allergies with Sonia Hunt

This week, we sit down with the vibrant Sonia Hunt, author of the book “Nut Job: How I Crushed my Food Allergies to Thrive”. Sonia shares her personal journey from diagnosis to empowerment, offering invaluable insights and tips for anyone looking to navigate the often daunting landscape of food sensitivities. Whether you're a seasoned food allergy warrior or just starting to explore the impact of diet on well-being, this episode is packed with practical advice, heartfelt stories, and a generous sprinkle of humor.

Please note: This podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. Please seek medical attention from a trusted provider if and when you need it.. 

What You'll Learn:

• Sonia's Story: From her initial diagnosis to becoming an advocate for food allergy awareness, Sonia's journey is both inspiring and relatable.
• Overcoming Challenges: Practical strategies for dealing with food allergies, including dining out, grocery shopping, and food prep.
• Mental Health and Food Allergies: The often-overlooked emotional aspect of living with dietary restrictions and how to maintain a positive mindset.
• Resources and Support: Sonia shares her go-to resources for recipes, support groups, and medical information to help listeners feel less isolated.
• Future Trends: Insight into the latest research and developments in the field of food allergies and what the future might hold.

SONIA HUNT is a Chief Marketing Officer, Best-Selling Author, and Global Speaker on Health and Wellness. Her mission is to create a world in which everyone can thrive by building a personal foundation of health and well-being.

 

Over her 20-year marketing career, Sonia has transformed the stories and products of global wellness brands such as Apple, TiVo, Califia Farms, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, and Sephora, with whom she won the 2015 WWD Digital Innovator of the Year award.

Sonia overcame a lifetime of over 32 severe food allergies, and chronicled her journey in her #1 Best-Selling book, NUT JOB, and her TEDx Talk (1M+ views). 

Hunt is an advisor to global organizations, celebrities, and CEOs focused on solutions for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and a food allergy activist. She’s the creator of Three to Be™, a holistic health and well-being program that guides people to Be Healthy, Be Safe + Be Well™ to thrive. 

She furthers her mission to younger generations as a Guest Speaker at Drexel University, and is a Faculty Speaker with 1863 Ventures, advising and empowering new majority CEOs to shape an equitable future of thriving humans and business.

A proud woman of color, Sonia holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and a Master’s of Science in Environmental Engineering from Drexel University, is a LinkedIn Top Leadership Voice, and a Top 100 Keynote Speaker by Databird Business Journal. 

Connect with Sonia at https://soniahunt.com.

Closing:
Thank you for tuning into Pause to Go. Sonia's story is a powerful reminder of the strength found in adversity and the importance of community and knowledge. For more episodes like this, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Your feedback helps us grow and continue bringing you the best content. Until next time, keep your plates clean and your hearts full!