Episode #65 — Fall Back into Wellness, with Dr. David Gaviria, PhD, RD
Guest Bio
Dr. David Gaviria, PhD, MPH, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian and soon-to-be Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He holds dual undergraduate degrees in Health Science and Psychology from the University of South Florida, a Master of Public Health in Nutrition & Dietetics from UNC Chapel Hill, and a PhD in Nutrition from UNC Chapel Hill.
David’s research focuses on burnout in the health professions and military health—areas where supportive systems and prevention strategies are crucial. Outside of academic life, you’ll likely find him working on his cars or traveling (and eating great food) with his wife.
Description
In this episode of the Elevate Yourself podcast, Rob welcomes Dr. David Gaviria to help us “fall back into wellness” as we ease into a new season and embrace new routines. David shares insights from his work as a dietitian and researcher, offering a fresh perspective on the pillars of a healthy wellness routine and how to build habits that actually stick.
A growing expert on burnout, David breaks down what burnout really is, how to identify it, and actionable factors that may help prevent or offset it—especially in the workplace. As fall brings a shift in seasonal foods, David also shares some of his favorite picks from the RD standpoint, along with practical guidance for listeners looking to optimize their well-being this time of year.
Whether you’re revamping habits, fighting seasonal stress, or just looking to feel your best this fall, this conversation delivers both encouragement and evidence-based strategies to support your health.
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Episode #65 — Fall Back into Wellness, with Dr. David Gaviria, PhD, RD
Guest Bio
Dr. David Gaviria, PhD, MPH, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian and soon-to-be Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He holds dual undergraduate degrees in Health Science and Psychology from the University of South Florida, a Master of Public Health in Nutrition & Dietetics from UNC Chapel Hill, and a PhD in Nutrition from UNC Chapel Hill.
David’s research focuses on burnout in the health professions and military health—areas where supportive systems and prevention strategies are crucial. Outside of academic life, you’ll likely find him working on his cars or traveling (and eating great food) with his wife.
Description
In this episode of the Elevate Yourself podcast, Rob welcomes Dr. David Gaviria to help us “fall back into wellness” as we ease into a new season and embrace new routines. David shares insights from his work as a dietitian and researcher, offering a fresh perspective on the pillars of a healthy wellness routine and how to build habits that actually stick.
A growing expert on burnout, David breaks down what burnout really is, how to identify it, and actionable factors that may help prevent or offset it—especially in the workplace. As fall brings a shift in seasonal foods, David also shares some of his favorite picks from the RD standpoint, along with practical guidance for listeners looking to optimize their well-being this time of year.
Whether you’re revamping habits, fighting seasonal stress, or just looking to feel your best this fall, this conversation delivers both encouragement and evidence-based strategies to support your health.
Episode #62, Social Connectedness & Health with Psychologist, Dr. Cassidy Leibold, PhD!!!
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Episode #62, Social Connectedness & Health with Psychologist, Dr. Cassidy Leibold, PhD!!!
Episode Title: Social Connectedness & Health, with Dr. Cassidy Leibold, PhD!!!
Cassidy’s Bio:
Is a graduate of the University of Dayton (2020) and University of Kentucky, with an MS and PhD in Experimental Psychology. Specifically, she studies Behavioral Neuroscience and Pharmacology. Her research focuses on the excitotoxic effects of alcohol on the hippocampus, and how prolonged alcohol exposure impairs neurogenesis and overall cell survival in this brain structure. She is now a lecturer in the Psychology department at the University of Kentucky, and loves getting to work with aspiring researchers and clinicians.
Description:
In this episode, Rob welcomes back Dr. Cassidy Leibold, PhD, a lecturer in the Psychology Department at the University of Kentucky. Cassidy shares the exciting developments since her last visit, including her new role teaching aspiring researchers and clinicians. She also reflects on her journey through her PhD, where she studied the effects of chronic binge alcohol use on neurogenesis in the hippocampus—a key brain region involved in memory formation.
Cassidy discusses the importance of social connectedness and how our relationships play a significant role in our health. She explores the evolutionary significance of group membership, the brain's response to social pain, and how social media can both connect and amplify relationships. She also explains the delicate balance between the number and quality of social connections, highlighting why quality tends to matter more as we age.
Cassidy wraps up the conversation with her personal insights on how she’s grown since her PhD, including changes in how she views success, the impact of joining groups that support her, and the importance of personal well-being.
Topics Covered:
Cassidy’s Journey and New Role at the University of Kentucky
Cassidy shares her experiences during and after her PhD, discussing the challenges of conducting empirical research and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
What We Know About Social Connectedness
Explore how social connectedness has shaped human survival and how it continues to impact our health today. Cassidy dives into the evolutionary psychology behind group membership and why being part of a group is so deeply ingrained in our brains.
Quality vs. Quantity in Social Relationships
Cassidy talks about the importance of both the number and quality of connections, explaining why the quality of relationships becomes more important with age and how our closest relationships influence our behaviors and beliefs.
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Elevate Yourself
Episode #65 — Fall Back into Wellness, with Dr. David Gaviria, PhD, RD
Guest Bio
Dr. David Gaviria, PhD, MPH, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian and soon-to-be Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He holds dual undergraduate degrees in Health Science and Psychology from the University of South Florida, a Master of Public Health in Nutrition & Dietetics from UNC Chapel Hill, and a PhD in Nutrition from UNC Chapel Hill.
David’s research focuses on burnout in the health professions and military health—areas where supportive systems and prevention strategies are crucial. Outside of academic life, you’ll likely find him working on his cars or traveling (and eating great food) with his wife.
Description
In this episode of the Elevate Yourself podcast, Rob welcomes Dr. David Gaviria to help us “fall back into wellness” as we ease into a new season and embrace new routines. David shares insights from his work as a dietitian and researcher, offering a fresh perspective on the pillars of a healthy wellness routine and how to build habits that actually stick.
A growing expert on burnout, David breaks down what burnout really is, how to identify it, and actionable factors that may help prevent or offset it—especially in the workplace. As fall brings a shift in seasonal foods, David also shares some of his favorite picks from the RD standpoint, along with practical guidance for listeners looking to optimize their well-being this time of year.
Whether you’re revamping habits, fighting seasonal stress, or just looking to feel your best this fall, this conversation delivers both encouragement and evidence-based strategies to support your health.
