Wake Up and Read the Labels!
Wake Up and Read the Labels is your guide to eating simple and feeling good. If you want to eat clean and feel your best, you’re in the right place. Join us each week as we talk about real ingredients, ethical brands, and the stories of people just like you who woke up and read the labels.
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Recent Episodes
May 13, 2025
Is Your Coffee Making You Sick? Mold, Toxins & What to Avoid
You wake up, reach for your coffee, and rely on that first sip to power your day—but what if your daily brew is secretly working against you? In this solo episode, Jen breaks down what’s really in your coffee: from mold and p...
May 6, 2025
Food Lies You’ve Been Fed Your Whole Life
Ever feel like everything you’ve been told about healthy eating doesn’t actually make you feel healthy? You’re not alone. In this episode, Jen is joined by Brian Sanders , creator of the upcoming Food Lies docu-series and hos...
April 29, 2025
Why Grocery Store Meat Is Making You Sick (And What to Buy Instead)
Trying to eat more protein but still feeling bloated or inflamed? The problem might not be how much you're eating—but what kind. In this solo episode, Jen Smiley breaks down the hidden dangers of conventional grocery store meat, why it’s often loaded with hormones and antibiotics, and what it’s doi…
April 22, 2025
The Real Reason You’re Bloated (and How to Fix It for Good)
If you’ve been battling bloating, sugar cravings, or gut issues—and your doctor says everything looks “normal”—this episode is for you. Jen Smiley sits down with Dr. Daryl Gioffre, a leading gut microbiome and longevity expert known for his acid-kicking approach to nutrition. From the truth about a…
April 15, 2025
The Cleanest Breads of All Time: Why European Bread Doesn’t Bloat You
Ever wondered why you can eat bread in Europe without the bloating, breakouts, or fatigue—but suffer in the U.S.? In this solo episode, Jen Smiley breaks down the real differences between American and European bread, from gluten content to glyphosate exposure. She explains why traditional fermentat…
April 8, 2025
Inflammation, Hormones & Hidden Imbalances with Dr. Erin Ellis
Could inflammation be the reason you're bloated, fatigued, or struggling with your cycle? Naturopathic doctor Dr. Erin Ellis joins Jen to explain the real signs of chronic inflammation, what most lab results don’t tell you, and how hormone imbalances are often overlooked in conventional care. Learn…
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Jen Smiley
Expert Food Coach
Jen Smiley is an expert food coach who has helped thousands of people make food simple so they can feel their best.