Ditching Processed Food: Shannon Wiley on Eating Clean and Feeling Better

In this episode of Spilling the Title Tea, host Ashley Ramsey sits down with Shannon Wiley of the Yes Team for Springdale Title. Shannon shares her journey through the title industry, from running titles across Kentucky to facilitating real estate closings. They also dive into the emotional aspects of homeownership transitions and discuss the importance of clean living, from food choices to household products.

Episode Highlights:

• [00:01] Welcome & Introduction to Shannon Wiley
• [00:35] Shannon’s Start in the Title Industry
• [02:21] Why She Loves Title Work & Problem Solving
• [04:08] The Joy of Working with First-Time Home Buyers
• [05:28] The Emotional Side of Home Sales & Downsizing
• [07:47] Shannon’s Journey to Clean Eating & Healthier Living
• [09:33] From Gardening to Raising Chickens for Better Food Choices
• [10:53] The Hidden Dangers in Everyday Household Products
• [19:38] The Truth About Fast Food – Shannon and Ashley discuss the unhealthy ingredients in fast food, including sawdust in some processed meats.
• [21:47] Cutting Out Cereal – Shannon shares why she stopped buying cereal and how it improved her family’s diet.
• [22:13] Small Steps to Big Change – The importance of gradual dietary adjustments to make healthier habits sustainable.
• [22:45] Feeling the Difference – How eliminating processed foods leads to noticeable improvements in energy and well-being.
• [23:24] Regret After Junk Food – The sluggishness and discomfort that come from eating fast food after switching to a cleaner diet.
• [23:40] The Rising Cost of Healthy Eating – Discussion on how increasing awareness of healthy eating may drive up the price of fresh food.
• [23:54] Growing Your Own Food – Shannon’s approach to home gardening, including blueberries and strawberries for fresh, homegrown breakfasts.