We are in uncharted waters here, and the stress is HIGH! The goal of this episode is to spread some positivity during this pandemic but also to keep it real. It is an extra-long episode, so you may need to listen in chunks. But make sure you follow through to the end where Kim and Laurie give some much needed perspective. Anxiety, food, relationships, devices, exercise, and things to entertain us are all discussed. Even when social distancing, we are all in this together!

Intro

[01:30]  Managing stress and anxiety. (“CALM”)

Celebrate God’s goodness

Ask God for help

Leave your concerns with him

Meditate on good things

[15:45]  Food: Healthy foods to stock up on while in quarantine mode. Some good non-meat protein sources since some stores have been selling out. Sugar is more addictive than cocaine and every time you consume excess sugar, your white blood cells’ ability to ward off this virus is lowered for several hours. 

[28:50]  Reference back to episode #4 Jan 22, 2019 Boosting Immunity.

[29:55]  Relationships: The impact of this quarantine so far in Laurie and Kim’s households and ways you can stay connected yet carve out some alone time.

[42:50]  Devices: The beauty of technology and what that has meant for the children, schools and businesses. Also great to stay in touch with family and friends.  

[52:00]  Exercise: Importance of movement for immunity. Lots of streaming options!  Also GET OUTSIDE!

[58:00]  TV: Recommendations for series to watch and some fun programs, too.

[1:06:10]  Good reads: Book recommendations (self-help, fiction, spiritual) — Some offer really important insight right now on loss and joy. (scribd.com is offering a 30-day free trial to download/read any book… no strings attached.)

[01:18:30]  Podcasts: Some listening recommendations for other shows

[01:20:35]  Ending on a positive note: Laurie’s thoughts on some good things that will come out of this time.

[01:23:35]  Some spiritual guidance from Kim.

Links:

One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp

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This is the first of several episodes in which Kim and Laurie revisit expert guest interviews. Today, conversations with Jessica Procini and Melainie Rogers around emotional eating and eating disorders are recapped. We share our personal and professional perspectives as well as important takeaways. Every human can relate to issues with eating in some form.  

Intro

[03:00]   The roots run deep with emotional/disordered eating. Laurie shares some personal stories.

[09:00]   Kim’s poll results from our audience.

[14:00]   Recap of emotional eating episode. Stuffing down feelings with food. Digesting and moving through emotions. We seek comfort, a serotonin boost, and convenience, but then the guilt and deep-rooted issues surface. The blood sugar spike and crash cycle starts and is hard to pull yourself out of. Kim shares her jelly bean habit while studying in college. SUGAR!

 [24:30]   Eating disorder episode reviewed. Eating disorders vs. disordered eating.  How and why eating disorders occur: Links to anxiety, control issues, and obsessive behaviors. Once body weight drops below a certain level, part of the brain shuts down and it’s hard to reason and pull yourself out of it. First step before trying to make changes in habits is to get back up to a healthy body weight. Sometimes it takes a loved one forcing you into recovery to start to heal.  

[32:00]   The role of social media and its impact on our teenagers. Why the new “body acceptance movement” may be beneficial.

[39:00]   Mental health is of upmost importance! Don’t stress or create fear around food.  

[41:00]   A word about our show partners, Perfect Supplements and Amazon. (Discount code/ links below)

[43:20]   Kids’ relationships with food. Restriction and fear around food.  It’s best to look at what makes you strong and grow vs. certain foods being “bad.” Kids are very good with intuitive eating, and we as adults could actually learn from this and follow their lead.

[48:10]  Our hormones need nutrients and healthy fat in order to function properly.    

[50:00]  The key to everything is intentional eating and listening to our bodies.  “Primary food” is NOT the food on your plate … It is relationships. A very important relationship is the one with yourself. Self-love, self-image, and self-sabotage.  

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Jeff Chilton studied Ethno-mycology at the University of Washington in the late sixties and in 1973 began a 10-year career as a large scale commercial mushroom grower. A founder of MycoMedia, which sponsored 4 mushroom conferences from 1979-1985, Jeff is the co-author of The Mushroom Cultivator, published in 1983. In 1989, Jeff established Nammex, the first company to supply medicinal mushroom extracts to the Nutritional Supplement industry. In 1997, he organized the first organic certification workshop for mushroom production in China. 

Intro

[02:00]     Jeff Chilton bio and background

[06:25]     Nutritional benefits of mushrooms. Protein, good carbs (not starch), beta glucan (the compound that makes them medicinal), fiber prebiotic that feeds the microbiome, B vitamins. Try shiitake mushrooms!

[13:50]     The best way to cook mushrooms.

[16:50]     Mushrooms are an adaptogen which creates balance in the body.

[18:00]     What is a mushroom?  Grow from spores. 

[25:25]     Information on our show partners Perfect Supplements and Amazon.

[28:00]     Best time to go mushroom hunting – Fall. Be sure you are with a professional that can identify them and ensure they are safe.

[29:00]     Medicinal properties:  Stimulate immune response. Function as preventive medicines.   

[30:00]     Lions mane,  cordyceps, and reishi mushrooms.  Food is medicine.

[39:00]     Mushroom supplements. Quality is key!! What to look for…do not want made in the USA.

 www.realmushrooms.com

www.nammex.com

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Kim Mulvaney is a writer who provides women with tangible advice to start pursuing a life of contentment and fulfillment. Finding joy in the simple things is key to this. Though it can be tough work, being healthy and happy isn't nearly as complicated as we make it. Kim wants to show women how to break through the mental blocks that keep us from living a life of abundance.

Intro

[01:16]   Five-star Review

[02:03]   Introduction to Kim Mulvaney — her education & work history, family, personal life, and why she decided to start writing to encourage other women

[14:29]   Kim’s e-book “Simply Filled” and its back story; connections between mental and physical health  

[21:52]   Importance of gratitude for our lives the way they are now. Happiness doesn’t come in our search for the “next thing”

[27:34]   Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

[29:45]   Why the word “hustle” doesn’t serve us. Our goal should be to seek joy.

[32:23]   Importance of self-care in simple ways (even baby steps count!) — good nutrition, making time for exercise, and exploring hobbies. How taking care of ourselves helps us nurture others.

[41:31]  “Root for Your Sisters.” — Why lifting up other women is essential. We are called to be in community. Social media can create anxiety and feelings of worthlessness. 

[48:25]  How Kim’s faith factors into her life practices and mindset.

[55:03]  How to find/connect with Kim

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Deeannah Seymour developed pH-D Feminine Health in 2014 as an alternative to antibiotics for treatment of yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis.  After 20 years in the pharmaceutical industry, Deeannah wanted a remedy backed by published clinical studies.  She found hundreds of studies on the use of boric acid vaginal suppositories to treat vaginal odor and itch. Deeannah partnered with Vireo Systems and began producing boric acid suppositories in and FDA registered facility with pharmaceutical grade boric acid.  pH-D Feminine Health has been embraced by the medical community and has successfully treated hundreds of thousands of women.    

Intro

[01:20]     Deeannah Seymour bio.

[04:50]     How pH-D Feminine Health works and what makes it different than other products.

[09:10]     Correcting the imbalance, removing the stigma, and empowering woman.

[11:20]     Information on our show partners Perfect Supplements and Amazon.

[13:40]     How this product was created as a natural alternative and integrated into gynecologist offices to change the way they practice medicine.  

[17:50]     How Deeannah found the courage to take a chance and enter the world of entrepreneurship. You are never too old to try something new! 

[29:25]   pH-D Feminine Health products can be purchased at Target and Amazon.

www.phdfemininehealth.com

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Missy Linkletter joins us to discuss the tragic loss of her son Justin. She talks about how Justin’s very personal and poignant conversation with her just prior to his death changed the course of her life. Despite overwhelming grief, Missy kept her promise to Justin and lost an extraordinary amount of weight and made the commitment to get healthy. Missy now writes about her journey of grief and hope. Her passion is to help other women know the true, Living Water, that forever satisfies the longing soul. Her prayer is for every woman to treasure God and His Word, above all else.

Intro

[01:30]   Introduction to Missy

[04:50]   Her past health issues and struggles with weight  

[08:26]   When Missy developed a relationship with the Lord and how that became a turning point in her life

[13:12]   About her son Justin — his life, personality, and faith

[17:32]   Justin’s life-changing conversation with his mom just prior to his passing. He asked her to get healthy, and she made a promise to him to do so.

[22:38]   Why Missy feels Justin’s conversation with her was divinely-inspired.

[25:05]   How Missy has managed to avoid temptations with food even in the midst of grief. Finding hope and sustenance through Scripture and her faith in God.

[31:34]  The greatest lessons learned from Justin’s death

[34:25]  Missy’s words of advice for anyone experiencing loss or grief

[39:37]  How to find/connect with Missy

Links: 

Missy’s Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/missy_linkletter_/

Missy’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keepingmypromisejustin/

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Melainie Rogers, MS, RDN, CDN, CEDRD-S is a Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian dedicated to supporting others in their quest to achieve long-term recovery. She is the Founder and Executive Director of BALANCE eating disorder treatment center™ and Melainie Rogers Nutrition, llc in New York City. BALANCE offers a variety of outpatient programs for people of all ages, sizes and genders including a day and evening program, nutritional counseling, and groups for men, loved ones, body image, emotional eating concerns and more. 

Free ebook: 

https://www.redefiningwellness.co/get-the-ebook-1

Intro

[01:25]     Melainie Rogers bio.

[02:55]     Melainie’s personal struggle with an eating disorder and what led her to the field of nutrition. Full recovery is absolutely possible.

[10:25]     How do you know you have a problem with food?  You get hooked on the restriction and the executive functioning part of your brain goes offline. Anxiety starts driving your behaviors.  Test- how much of my day do I focus on food, calories, weight and exercise?

[17:20]     The difference between an eating disorder and disordered eating.

[20:00]     Clean eating vs. disordered eating.

[26:35]     Why diets fail and what options are provided at the center to help people develop a healthy relationship with food.  Intuitive eating is KEY!

[34:15]     Information on our show partners Perfect Supplements and Amazon.

[39:00]     How restricting children can create an unhealthy relationship with food for life.  

[44:50]     The impact of social media.  Ask yourself how it makes you feel when checking out others profiles. If the feelings are negative, unfollow!

Instagram: @balancedtx

Website: balancedtx.com

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President and Founder of ADVENT, Dr. Madan Kandula, MD takes an iron fist in a velvet glove approach to combat the conventional constructs of a failed heath care system.  Board certified in Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Kandula has been a pioneer in developing new techniques and treatments for nose, sinus, snoring and sleep apnea complaints.  His desire to get to the root of the issue instead of using continuous band-aids is right in-line with the holistic health approach of this podcast.  We loved having his expertise on our show!  

Intro

[01:15]     Dr. Kandula bio.

[03:00]     Dr. Kandula personal struggles with sinus issues.  

[07:00]     Why this country is suffering from an airway crisis. Increased sensitivity in airways mostly due to allergies that are so prevalent today. Also, maybe our environment is too clean?

[12:00]    Information on our show partners Perfect Supplements and Amazon.

[13:50]    The breathing triangle – connection between ears, nose, and throat.

[19:25]    The problems with mouth breathing.  Especially bad for children and they will grow up compromised.  The nose filters the air, and that isn’t happening when you breathe through your mouth.  

[21:15]    Oral posture check-in exercise. 

[23:40]    Sleep apnea- nighttime is the time for healing and rest and when you are literally being strangled multiple times during the night, you live in fight or flight and your body never gets a break.  

[31:00]    How do you to start getting a better night’s sleep? Get the airway anatomy checked and corrected. Let’s get to the root of the problem instead of the continuous band-aids.  

https://adventknows.com/

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We really love and appreciate listener engagement!!  Thank you for all your feedback on the exercise series!  We put a whole episode together based on what form of exercise you like best and why.  Our listeners are so smart and give such great advice.  For all of you that shared insight, get ready for your shout-out in this episode!  

Intro

[01:40]     Recap of exercise series.

[05:25]     Weight training (including CrossFit).

[19:00]     Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/links below)

[21:25]     Other forms of exercise- Orange Theory, a mix of everything, classic ballet class or dancing, barre.

[33:30]     YOGA- this is a really popular one!!  Mind and body benefits.

[40:30]     Walking- one of our most powerful tools!  The only equipment we need is our own two feet!

[43:00]     Swimming and water fitness classes. 

[46:50]     At-home workouts (stationary bike, Beachbody, bodyweight exercises while watching TV).

[50:00]    Pelvic floor issues.

[53:00]    How Kim and Laurie have been motivated and inspired during the exercise series. 

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Weight training just for guys…NO WAY! Today Laurie and Kim debunk some common misconceptions about women lifting weights.  Laurie shares good ways to get started and lots of useful, easy options at home or in a gym.  Kim talks about the many benefits and touches on the importance of protein.  

Intro

[01:00]     Some common misconceptions.

[04:30]     Options- 1:1 training, group training, Beachbody/streaming in front of a mirror at home to check alignment, free-weights (dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells), machines, body weight (pushups, pull-ups, squats, lounges), resistance bands.

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[17:30]    Kim debunks misconceptions with research studies and shares the many benefits for women. Metabolism, muscle mass, bone density, lower risk of heart disease, self-confidence, strength, anxiety/stress levels, insulin levels, brain health, and skin appearance.

[34:00]   Protein – animal protein is best due to essential amino acids.  Collagen is great support for the joints as well as a source of protein.

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With over nine million views on YouTube, articles featured on MindBodyGreen, and a 5-star reviewed book, Dr. Brianne Grogan, PT, DPT is a respected voice in the field of women’s health and wellness. She describes her YouTube channel as “the home of core + pelvic floor friendly fitness,” and is loved by her viewers for her down-to-earth, compassionate approach.

Intro

[01:30]    Introduction to Dr. Brianne Grogan — her history of pelvic floor issues, work in physical therapy, concentration on women’s health, beginning of her business

[09:00]   FemFusion Fitness — Dr. Bri’s YouTube channel — safe & effective exercises/information geared towards pelvic floor health. (Up to 50% of women have bladder leakage and/or prolapse)

[15:30]    Why pelvic floor and core strength is important for us ALL (balance, posture, alignment, sexual health, back pain alleviation, prevention of future problems including incontinence)

[20:52]   “Common shouldn’t necessarily be viewed as normal.” (in regard to pelvic floor issues)

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[24:38]    LIFT program

[26:24]   Starting points for anyone with issues including prolapse, Diastasis Recti, or bladder leakage; lifestyle changes/accommodations; how to identify pelvic floor muscles, manage pressure, and have correct posture

[36:00]   Basic modifications to use during exercise if you have any pelvic floor or core issues (proper mechanics for crunches, squats, what NOT to do)

[42:20]  Types of videos/exercises on FemFusion Fitness channel

[45:30]  Key things we can do for pelvic floor health maintenance (tune into core, lift correctly, eat clean, move everyday … “Motion is lotion.”)

[49:50]   How to find/connect with Dr. Bri

Links: 

Dr. Bri’s YouTube:  youtube.com/femfusionfitness

Popular Playlists of her videos: bit.ly/FemPlaylists

Video mentioned: “How to Lift to Protect Your Back and Pelvic Floor” 

Dr. Bri’s Instagram:   instagram.com/femfusionfitness

Dr. Bri’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/femfusionfitness/

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Jara Wahlert has lost over 50 pounds by using multiple Beachbody workout programs from her home.  After being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis five years ago, she has also completely turned her health around.  She is happily married and a mom of two.  Jara loves to be active and live a healthy lifestyle, and she loves to share her journey, hoping to inspire and motivate others!

Intro

[01:15]    Introduction to Jara

[03:48]   Jara’s past health struggles with ulcerative colitis, the dietary changes she made to reclaim her health and reverse her condition, how she lost over 50 lbs. with Beachbody workouts

[09:47]   Why Jara wanted to become a Beachbody coach

[11:44]   Favorite programs and workouts 

[14:45]   Benefits to working out at home vs. at a gym (no commute, shorter workouts can be more effective, childcare, variety with streaming option)

[16:35]   Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

[21:30]   Modifications to exercises

[23:24]   Nutritional components

[30:20]   How to find/connect with Jara

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Jara’s Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/jara_wahlert/

Jara’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jara.wahlert

Jara’s email: jwahlert09@gmail.com

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This episode is such a BIG deal for Kim and Laurie! It is all about reconnection … reconnecting with each other and you, our loyal listeners! The four main areas of connection we cover are family, self, each other, and listeners. The future of the show is discussed, including a renewed excitement and a more spacious schedule.  

Intro

[01:25]     Listener review.

[02:25]     The purpose of this episode – RECONNECT!  

[06:25]     Reconnecting with our families: The impact that moving has had on Kim’s family and how it has influenced her work. Laurie’s new 2020 planner and her realization while setting 3 and 10-year business goals. In 10 years, her kids will be gone! What does that mean for now and then?

[19:00]     Reconnecting with ourselves: Self-care can be challenging but is essential to serve others. Both Kim and Laurie discuss what this looks like for them and challenge you to stop and think about what you need and how that need can be fulfilled.   

[42:45]     Reconnecting with each other: Expert guests have shared so much great information on our show, and booking agents are sending guest requests constantly. We’ve learned a lot, but we miss the energy when we record together. We will be doing more of that moving forward!

[51:00]    Reconnecting with you, our listeners: We want your feedback on topics from some of the recent expert interviews. We plan to revisit and break down these topics with our professional and personal opinions.

[54:25]     The future of our show: The lightness of the topics and the new, more spacious schedule. We will now be releasing every other Tuesday vs. every week.  

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Graduating from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in pre-med and psychology, Joanna has always had a fascination with the workings of the human mind and body.  After college, she thrived in Chicago for 11 years as a successful consultant and entrepreneur.  All the while, this lifelong fitness enthusiast maintained her pursuit of a targeted exercise regimen that was both physically challenging and mentally stimulating — Enter the Dailey Method.  After moving back to her native Pittsburgh, it was clear that her home town and this ideal workout just had to meet.  Joanna is thrilled the people of western Pennsylvania now get to experience the transformation of mind, body, and spirit that comes with The Dailey Method. 

Intro

[01:00]     Joanna Amelio bio.

[02:15]     Joanna’s personal story with The Dailey Method and becoming a franchise owner.

[03:40]     How The Dailey Method works – focus on alignment, engagement, and movement.  Greater body awareness, increased stretching, and increased strength.  

[05:25]    Taking muscles to complete fatigue so body recruits extra muscle fibers which results in denser muscles and increased metabolism. Longer, leaner body.  

[8:00]      Class offerings at the Wexford location- Interval, Gentle, Dailey Barre, Dailey Basics, Daily Fusion, Daily Release (very restorative and fascia release). Benefits of fascia release include decreased soreness, improved tissue recovery, improved range of motion, decreases inflammation, reduces pain and chronic stress. 

[12:30]    Community built in the boutique fitness realm. 

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[15:45]    Concept of mind, body, and spirit. Filling your cup and moments of ease.

[17:25]    Other fun activities at the studio and partnerships.  Acupuncture, organic juice, field trips for outdoor Barre, chair massage, evening events to socialize, and apparel.   

[19:50]    Childcare provided!! As young as 6 weeks old. Babies and bodies will be taken care of.

https://thedaileymethod.com/

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Amy Wilson is a wife, partner, and encourager to the love of her life, Trent.  She’s also a mama to three amazing human beings ages 13, 11, and 8.  Amy is a runner, former educator, book worm, podcast addict, and love warrior.  She strives to be intentional in her marriage, parenting, friendships, and faith.  Running was once a chore and is now a life saver for her.  She often credits it for keeping her sane.  Amy is an advocate for childhood cancer awareness and pediatric brain cancer in particular.  She dreams of a world where there is a cure for cancer in all of its many forms.  She considers herself blessed to be running Memphis as a St. Jude Hero and a member of Team Smiles for Sophie Forever for the 8th time. 

Intro

[01:15]    Amy’s background, personal story, and running history.

[05:20]    Where to start if you want to run a marathon.

[07:00]    Registration and training process. 

[08:50]    Inside the mind of a marathoner on race day (also why .2 in the 26.2?). Self talk and expectations.

[13:10]    Fueling your body for training then race day (goo…yuck!).   

[19:17]    Life lessons and the running community.

[22:25]    Running for purpose.  Amy’s work with St. Jude and pediatric brain cancer.   

Links:

Amy’s IG:  @amyd_wilson

Fundraising link:

heroes.stjude.org/amydwilson2019

For more information about Smiles for Sophie Forever:

sfsf.org

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What is your favorite form of exercise?  What type of exercise are you intimidated by? In today’s kick off of a very informative exercise series, Kim and Laurie share their personal experience and history with exercise.  Get ready to chuckle about Laurie’s totally 80’s spandex aerobics in college! Appropriate exercise can change with the seasons of life and definitely is not one-size-fits-all.

Intro

[01:30]     Review from Kimberly Susanne

[02:25]     Kick-off of exercise series

[04:00]     Laurie’s experience with cheerleading, her girls dancing, instructing aerobics, weight training, gym days as a single woman, working out with the hubby, what exercise looked like with young children, visiting gyms as a form of networking once becoming a health coach.  

[13:25]    Laurie shares some details about different gyms/studios she has tried the past couple years. Hot yoga, pilates machines, barre, boot camp, orange theory, community center, YMCA, Planet Fitness.

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[27:00]    Kim’s struggle with exercise and young kids. The coveted pre-school time!

[29:20]    Kim’s history with exercise.  Running, weight training, taxing her body then learning how to lose weight by being gentle with herself.  After being forced to slow down as the result of an injury, Kim lost 20 pounds!

[38:15]    Kim talks about pregnancy and how it permanently impacted her pelvic floor.  As a result, exercise today looks a lot different.  

Links:

Blog Post mentioned: “How I Lost Weight By Being Gentle With Myself”

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Sarah Morgan, The Gene Queen, is known for her innovative ideas that connect science to everyday life in a way that impacts thousands. Albert Einstein’s quote, “If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough,” has inspired Sarah to write and communicate in a way that a 4-year-old or a 40-year-old will understand. Sarah is the Founder and CEO of Buddies In My Belly, a health education company delivering serious science for serious health in a way that is seriously fun for the whole family.

Intro and 5-Star Review

[02:10]    Introduction to Sarah (about herself, family life, history, how she got into the health/wellness/nutrition arena)

[08:00]    Why she developed “Buddies in My Belly” probiotic line for children/infants and its corresponding children’s book

[16:05]    Why probiotics are essential for us ALL — digestion, reduction in inflammation, immunity, elimination, brain health/mood, skin health, weight management, sleep. Discussion on pre-biotics and post-biotics.

[26:27]   Products within “Buddies in My Belly” line — powder, chewables, “Be Calm” which helps with mood/sleep/relaxation. 

[29:45]   Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

[31:55]    Children’s book “Buddies in My Belly” characters and how they teach about the importance of probiotics in fun ways

[37:50]   FREE Resources on website: Food plate, Shopping list, Snack sheets, E-cookbook, How to take care of buddies chart (what helps vs hurts), “Perfect Poop” chart with pictures!, How to pick a probiotic guide

[40:30]   Sarah’s other lines geared towards women: “Vitamin IQ” (Multivitamin, “Mommy Brain”, Fertility enhancer, Lactation support) and “Even” (Supplements that minimize the effects of certain medications — “The Other Pill”, “Stain Support”)

[45:37]   How to find/connect with Sarah

Links: 

Sarah’s Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/the_gene_queen/

Sarah’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegenequeen/

Buddies in My Belly: https://buddiesinmybelly.com

Sarah’s other products/websites: https://www.vitaminiq.com

https://evenhealthco.com

Sarah’s email: sarah@evenhealth.com

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Cheyenne Hinkle is a full-time stepmother of 3 boys, a wife, Second Grade teacher, spin enthusiast and instructor, and avid reader and podcast listener. She went from being a single girl that ate take-out most nights and got a minimum of 9 hours of sleep a night to juggling a husband, household, 3 rowdy boys and a full-time career. 

Intro and 5-Star Review

[02:00]    Introduction to Cheyenne (about herself, family life, work, history)

[08:24]    Marrying a man who was a “package deal” with 3 boys; How they prepared the boys ahead of time for the transition to having a stepmother

[16:21]    How Cheyenne’s relationship with the kids has evolved over time — from “fun girlfriend” to the role of mom and disciplinarian; How her job as a teacher has helped in step-parenting and how being a stepmom has helped her be a better teacher.

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[24:55]    How Cheyenne and her husband manage to get in “couple time” and things they do to keep their relationship strong

[32:09]   Positive points of being a step-parent 

[38:24]   How to find/connect with Cheyenne

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Jamie Karlovits is a stay at home mom to 3 kids plus a furry one. Her daughter Emily has Down Syndrome which has added the title of Special Needs Mom to her credentials. She shares her busy and crazy life with her husband Doug. Jamie has a blog called Mindful in the Muddle where she creates awareness, connection, encouragement and joy along with a little humor. Prior to being a stay at home mom, Jamie was an event planner for corporations and associations. She received her bachelor degree in Communications from John Carroll University.

Intro and 5-Star Review

[02:00]    Introduction to Jamie (about herself, family life, history)

[09:00]    Emily’s birth, unexpected diagnosis, feelings surrounding her birth, initial resources offered

[22:40]    Emily’s strengths and challenges, the obstacles she’s overcome

[30:14]    Things Jamie does to support Emily and help her learn and grow

[34:39]   Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

[36:52]   Outside resources available to families with children w/ Down Syndrome (books, websites, Facebook groups, Instagram pages) 

[43:45]   Common misconceptions surrounding Down Syndrome, terms/language that are offensive, common stereotypes

[52:20]    How Jamie implements self-care even during trying times

[56:20]    Advice for moms of children newly diagnosed with special needs, “The Lucky Few”

[1:01:19]   How to find/connect with Jamie

Books mentioned:

Bloom by Kelle Hampton

Road Map to Holland by Jennifer Graf Groneberg

Expecting Adam by Martha Beck

Links: 

National Down Syndrome Syndrome Society www.ndss.org

Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network www.DSdiagnosisnetwork.org

Down Syndrome Center of Pittsburgh www.dsapgh.org

Jamie’s Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mindfulinthemuddle

Jamie’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/mindfulinthemuddle

Jamie’s website: www.jamiekarlovits.com

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Transitions! We are transitioning seasons from summer to fall and schedules from lax to structured.  The kids headed back to school to new classrooms, new classmates, and higher level work. When we are changing, we are growing though it can feel scary and stressful at the time.  In this episode, both Kim and Laurie share about their recent times of change and life lessons.  

Intro

[01:20]    Shared an iTunes review 

[02:00]    Transitions – new headsets for first virtual recording, Laurie’s 11 inch hair cut, back to school, and Kim’s big changes.

[05:45]    Kim’s story about job loss, house hunting, moving, back to school, and moms group.

[37:25]    Laurie talks about getting back to the grind, finding moments for self care, and new normals.

[40:00]    Back to school, back to you! Laurie talks about being so ready to work and new career endeavors. 

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Justine Clark is a Certified Health Coach, Life Coach, and group fitness instructor specializing in holistic weight loss. She is the creator of 90-Day Total Body Transformation. Justine combines her background of extreme dieting, emotional eating and thyroid disease to help career-driven women lose weight for good with more food, fun exercise, and lifelong habits.

Intro and 5-Star Review

[02:00]    Introduction to Justine

[04:06]    Justine’s history with diet, weight loss, and thyroid issues

[09:45]    About Justine’s diagnosis, signs and symptoms, and treatment

[14:33]    The role of gut health in disease and ailments

[18:03]   Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

[20:20]   Justine’s diet and lifestyle prior to diagnosis 

[23:00]   Changes to her diet/lifestyle AFTER diagnosis — whole foods focus, how she incorporates “cheat” foods, her attitude around food now

[28:50]    “Finding food freedom with thyroid disease” — Justine’s explanation, meal scaffolding, giving ourselves the ability to choose vs restriction

[41:31]    Advice for anyone with potential or diagnosed thyroid disease — signs/symptoms, blood work recommendations, which doctor/health professional to look for

[49:10]   Justine’s services/clients

[53:04]   How to find/connect with Justine

Links: 

Justine’s Instagram: @justineclarkwellness 

Justine’s Facebook: @justineclarkwellness

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Cecily lives on a farm in Canada.  She’s passionate about eating whole foods for life, and for healing.  She has 10 years experience as a nurse, however, her focus has shifted to helping other women understand their own health and purpose AND grow in knowledge and faith. She encourages them to live each day with intention. Cecily and her husband Kyle have 3 children, and they enjoy homeschooling them, pursuing new adventures, and living life to the fullest!

Intro 

[01:53]    Introduction to Cecily

[03:54]    Cecily’s history, family, work as an RN/entrepreneur/blogger

[06:19]    About Cecily’s daily life on a farm in Canada

[11:25]    Favorite meals she prepares for her family using produce and meats from the farm. “Convenience is killing people” … but her meal ideas are nutrient-dense and simplistic enough for anyone to try. 

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[18:19]   How Cecily reversed her autoimmune Hashimoto’s thyroiditis through diet and lifestyle. (Importance of gluten-free diet, eliminating inflammatory foods, decreasing stress, and supplementing well.)

[29:53]   How Cecily has reduced stress in her life (Being choosy about “busyness,” homeschooling, changing her career, morning & evening quiet-time rituals, focusing on faith and God’s purpose, “Pursuing God’s glory is virtually the same as pursing my joy”—John Piper)

[39:08]    Balancing social media and work with down-time and play (Time management, prioritizing, planning, shutting off the phone … You are in charge of your day!)

[48:11]    How to follow or contact Cecily

Book mentioned: “Don’t Waste Your Life” by John Piper

Links: 

Cecily’s website: https://thegracetogrow.com

Cecily’s Instagram: @thegrace.togrow (https://www.instagram.com/thegrace.togrow/)

Cecily’s FB group: Intentional Living- With The Grace to Grow 

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This is a brief show to talk about our show affiliates and to announce a GIVEAWAY! Your support of our show means the world to us, and we couldn’t continue without your help. Our show affiliates allow us to continue to produce great content, and the giveaway is just a big “thanks” for being a part of our community of listeners.

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Dr. Kabran Chapek is the author of CONCUSSION RESCUE: A Comprehensive Program to Heal Traumatic Brain Injury. He is a staff physician at the Amen Clinics, which has been the front line of defense against the impact of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) for over 25 years. He has a special interest in TBIs, the assessment and treatment of Alzheimer’s and dementia, PTSD, and anxiety disorders. Dr. Chapek is the founding president of the Psychiatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians.  

Intro

[01:30]   Introduction to Dr. Chapek and why he developed an interest in brain health. 

[08:17]   Why the current approach to treating concussions often doesn’t go far enough. Explanation of SPECT imaging.

[12:27]  TBI = “the silent epidemic”

[14:55]  Elements of a good brain injury assessment: History, Cognitive Testing (SAGE, MOCA — link below), Imaging, Labs/bloodwork

[22:30]  “First Aid for Your Brain” — Useful supplements to take following an acute brain injury/concussion and WHY: Glutathione (NAC), curcumin, vitamin C, vitamin D, progesterone, Omega-3, MCT oil, BCAA

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[34:17]  Supplements helpful for chronic symptoms of previous brain injury; Role of the Ketogenic diet in healing

[38:16]  Other natural therapies used in the treatment of TBI: Diet rich in antioxidants, exercise (especially cardiovascular), brain exercises, meditation, hyperbaric oxygen chamber

[43:42]  The MYTH that you shouldn’t let someone with a concussion fall asleep; Why the brain needs sleep; Why those with TBIs have difficulty sleeping; How to improve sleep hygiene (melatonin, tryptophan)

[48:34] How to tell if issues with attention, memory, or depression may be related to a past brain injury/ concussion

[50:54]  The promising role of these treatment protocols for Alzheimer’s and dementia

[53:03] Where to find/connect with Dr. Chapek

Links:

Dr. Chapek’s book: “Concussion Rescue: A Comprehensive Program to Heal Traumatic Brain Injury”

Cognitive Testing: www.brainhealthassessment.com

Amen clinic: https://www.amenclinics.com/locations/northwest/

Dr. Chapek (Amen Clinic): http://bit.ly/Chapek

Dr. Chapek Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkabran_chapek/

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Chandra Chappell has a Master’s degree in psychology and is certified in Cognitive Behavior Therapy. She has years of experience working as a therapist with children who have anxiety related diagnosis. She is taking a break from her career to raise her two children. With plans to begin working outside the home again, she feels very passionate about providing education regarding anxiety and ways to self - manage anxiety.

Intro

[01:13]    Shared an itunes review 

[02:00]    Intro to Chandra – professional background and personal experiences  

[06:35]    Different types of anxiety- social, performance, generalized (what-if), phobias

[09:00]    How anxiety impacts our physical body- headache, stomachache, pain, dizziness

[10:00]    Fear vs anxiety and impact on nervous system and hormones

[16:30]    Cognitive Behavior Therapy Model – real life examples and how to walk through the model. Thoughts=feeling=behavior. How to challenge the thoughts at the root in order to feel more secure and happier in life. 

[22:00]    Anxiety challenge questions (Is this a worry or a fact? Do I know for sure this will happen? What is the worst that can happen? Can I survive it?) and positive affirmations (I can do this!)

[27:00]    Body scans and deep breathing to teach children to self-soothe 

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Rebecca is an anxiety coach and the founder of Wizebody Wellness, where she holds hands with women looking to step out of anxiety and step into who they are. After spending almost a decade in the Corporate world, and getting diagnosed with Crohn's disease, Rebecca made it her mission to heal herself and others suffering from mental dis-ease. She uses anxiety not as a condition to “fix,” but rather as a tool to uncover hidden insecurities, self-doubt, and other imbalances preventing women from shining bright. Her motto is, "Life is short, let's find joy.”

Intro 

[01:13]    Show partner Perfect Supplements (discount code below)

[02:23]    Introduction to Anxiety Coach Rebecca

[05:41]    Rebecca’s story: life with holistic parents, areas of study, history of her own anxiety and sickness, and healing of her autoimmune condition

[11:29]    Start of Wizebody Wellness and the women she serves

[13:44]    Rebecca’s history with Crohn’s disease, how stress played a role, and how she reversed it; The Mind/Body connection

[24:49]    Techniques Rebecca used on her personal journey to healing: Meditation, Moving from medication to holistic treatment & understanding “why” she felt anxiety, Positive mindset, Self-love, Staying present, Food & clean eating/checking for food sensitivities, Essential oils

[37:48]    Ways to involve kids in a mom’s self-care when time is tight, and teaching kids good habits for health & stress reduction

[44:23]    Major stressors on women in today’s society —motherhood, perfectionism, career, body image, comparison, past traumas, relationships

[52:26]   How to stay present and grounded: Have faith that all will be well, Do something physical, Use essential oils, Eye spy, Practice gratitude, Create a “Remember who you are” album

[1:07:20]    How to follow or contact Rebecca

Books mentioned:

“When the Body Says No” by Gabor Mate

“The Healing Self” by Deepak Chopra

Links:

Rebecca’s Website: www.wizebodywellness.com 

Rebeccas’s Instagram: @wizebodywellness

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Shanda Fulbright lives in California with her husband and three boys. She is a licensed ordained minster with the Church of God and has been in ministry for more than twenty years. She leads women’s bible study groups weekly and loves teaching women how to apply biblical truths to real life situations in order to live the abundant life offered through faith in Jesus. She is a blogger, speaker and is currently releasing her first Bible study titled Reflections of Eve. Her hobbies include Crossfit, traveling with her family and teaching 5th graders.

Intro 

[01:13]    Show partner Perfect Supplements

[03:03]    Introduction to Shanda 

[08:36]    About Shanda’s Bible Study “Reflections of Eve: A Woman’s Perfect Purpose in an Imperfect World” (7-week, 2 days/week)

[12:45]    Root causes of anxiety for women in our society today (pressure to be perfect/successful, comparison traps, finances, what-ifs)

[17:30]    Shanda’s personal history of anxiety

[26:44]    What Scripture says about anxiety — If we allow God to change our minds, He’ll change our hearts. (95 verses about the mind) Ephesians 6, John 10:10, Proverbs 12:25, Romans 8:6, Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 2:16, Philippians 4, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 1 Peter 1:13, 2 Timothy 1:7.

Three main things we can do to help overcome anxiety/depression: Transform our thinking, Guard our minds, Fight. Also — Pray, Give God your requests, Be thankful. Put on the armor of God.

[50:57]    Five Tangible techniques to reduce anxiety: Seek out wise counsel, Get up/move, Eat, Choose to listen to Jesus/the Word vs. worry, Turn on worship music

[59:04]    How not to pass anxiety onto our children & teaching kids to cope with stress

[1:04:51]    How to follow or contact Shanda

Links:

Shanda’s Website: https://shandafulbright.com

Shanda’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shandafulbright/ (@shandafulbright)

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EVERYONE struggles with anxiety though it may manifest differently for each person.  Today’s episode is the first in a series on this topic.  Kim and Laurie share some of their personal stories and struggles with anxiety.  The physical symptoms are discussed as well as some healthier ways to deal with it.  As the series goes on, multiple guests will be interviewed to give us all tools in our toolbox to control this series health issue.  

Intro

[01:25]    Shared an itunes review 

[02:40]    Kim shares her personal struggles with anxiety

[11:00]    Hormones impacted by anxiety – Kim’s testing and low DHEA

[12:50]    Physical symptoms of anxiety

[17:00]    Some healthy ways to reduce these feelings 

[23:50]    Laurie shares her personal experiences and most anxious period of her corporate career 

[28:40]    Circumstances are not always to blame for anxiety…it can exist in any situation so we MUST find a way to manage it 

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Back-to-school means back to germs! We chose to air this encore episode before school starts so that we can build up our immune systems and be ready. There are many foods and lifestyle practices that can help support your body and immunity.  We talk about several of them in addition to some helpful vitamins and essential oils.  Various things that you may not associate with a healthy immune system such as cold exposure, gut health, and fermented foods are discussed. There are even some tips on experimenting with making your own pickles, sauerkraut, and bone broth.  The “what, why, and how" of these different areas are addressed so that you feel empowered to implement them in your day-to-day life.

Intro

[01:43]    Kim and Laurie share about Kim’s birthday and life in our 40’s 

[05:50]    Shifting perspective on being sick and taking care of yourself

[08:45 ]   Lifestyle practices to boost immunity — detoxifying body, hand washing, sleep, decrease stress, meditate, say “no”, exercise, socialize, laugh, sauna, cold exposure

[17:45]    Gut health, probiotics, prebiotics, fermented foods, and bone broth — 75% of the immune system is in the gut. Avoiding antibiotics unless necessary. 

[31:26]    Foods that support the immune system — soups, vitamin C-rich foods, seasonal foods (gut microbiome shifts with the seasons), garlic, mushrooms, honey, spices, Brazil nuts, salmon, herbal teas, lots of water, pastured/organic poultry, sunflower seeds. Avoid — alcohol, sugar, processed foods

[40:12]    Essential oils potency, quality, and usage — oregano, cinnamon, clove, orange. Diffusing, topical application (esp. bottom of your feet), carrier oils

[44:00]    Vitamins discussed— multivitamin, vitamin D3, vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, selenium, ALA, quercetin, turmeric curcumin, echinacea, elderberry

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This encore episode is perfectly timed to air during harvest season when fresh and local produce are readily available. Kim gives important information from her book on anti-angiogenic foods, the importance of organic and non-GMO, other high quality foods and how to identify them. Now that you fully understand the impact this type of food can have on your family’s health, how do you incorporate more of it into your day?  Laurie shares some tips and tricks she works on with her health coaching clients to get more servings of fruit and vegetables into the day and get busy people back in their kitchens! 

Intro

[01:43]    Sunshine and geranium oil

[03:30]    Today’s topic and going back to basics

[04:13]    Define real food (unprocessed)

[05:00]    Anti-angiogenic foods (help turn off the blood supply to cancerous tumors)

[07:35]    Organic/non-GMO and the importance of high quality food

[10:05]    Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 (EWG categories)

[16:22]    Other categories of foods that help keep you in optimal health and WHY (fruits; vegetables: dark leafy greens, cruciferous, sulfur-rich, orange; nuts; seeds; legumes; resistant starches; fermented foods; seafood; meat sources: grass-fed, organic, pasture-raised; dairy sources: organic, grass-fed; eggs; beverages: coffee, filtered water, teas, red wine, ACV; fats: olive oil, coconut oil, avocado; sweeteners: honey, maple syrup, dates, stevia)

[32:16]    Touch on the expense of high quality foods

[34:28]    Tracking fruit and vegetable servings as well as water intake

[38:18]    Listener tips, tricks, and challenges 

[41:20]    Laurie shares tips and tricks from her workshops and client menu

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In this encore episode, you will get to know the hosts Kim and Laurie. They share their background, credentials, and family life. They also talk about how they connected and how their skills compliment each other so well. Find out why the podcast is named “A Whole New You"…this is loaded with meaning. The podcast will cover many topics relevant to maintaining optimal wellness, some of which are touched upon in this episode. Kim and Laurie want this to be a place for women to feel understood and supported on their journey to health and happiness.

Show Flow/Topics:

Meet the hosts

Dynamic duo

Vision/Topics/Community

Podcast community on Instagram and Facebook

Structure of podcast

Where to find Kim and Laurie

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Today, we discuss upcoming shows and series in this short and to-the-point episode. Kim talks about big life changes happening with her and her family. Laurie discusses what summer looks like in her home. We talk about some encore episodes that will be released, and we tease about two exciting series on the horizon in which we’ll interview multiple guests. We hope you’re looking forward to a great summer with us! Thanks for being here!

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Kate Kelleher, Weight Loss Center franchise owner discusses the founder of Be Balanced, Dawn Cutillo’s method for natural hormone balancing. Dawn learned about the impact that stress has on key hormone imbalances that causes weight, mood, and sleep issues. She developed a system to help with weight control and overall health and tackles issues like insulin imbalance, female sex hormone imbalance, and the effects of stress in relation to cortisol. These elements combined with many others form the holistic approach that allows for effective weight loss through “Natural Hormone Balancing.” Be Balanced fills the gaps between the weight loss industry, the hormone replacement industry, and the medical community. Women have the power to choose NOT to accept the symptoms commonly associated with aging as their reality, and they can live healthfully, achieve fast weight loss and long-term weight control, and look and feel their best at any age.

Intro

[03:00]    Kate’s journey and personal experience in the Be Balanced program.

[08:00]    How hormones work together- cortisol/insulin imbalance as well as secondary imbalance between cortisol/progesterone/estrogen. How this combination of imbalances is keeping women from losing weight despite all their diet and exercise efforts.

[14:00]    The program to correct these imbalances-symptom assessment then whole foods diet/sensitivity assessment, relaxation therapy/aromatherapy to help control stress, supplementation with a homeopathic metabolic blend to support the adrenals and natural progesterone derived from wild yams. 

[27:20]    Ketosis and symptom reduction.

[28:50]    Natural hormone balancing vs. traditional hormone replacement therapy (synthetic and bioidentical) and the risks of supplementing estrogen.

[35:30]    How to find a Be Balanced Hormone Weight Loss Center near you and to complete the symptom assessment www.bebalancedcenters.com

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Hayley Ryczek is the voice of the popular healthy cooking and natural lifestyle blog, Health Starts in the Kitchen. She has authored cookbooks “Without Grain” and “Fermented Foods at Every Meal.” She is also a Certified Holistic Health Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner.

Hayley aims to make the world a healthy place, one kitchen at a time, through her real-food recipes. She is known for converting everyone’s favorite foods to healthier versions, proving that eating healthfully doesn’t have to be depriving.

Most often you will find Hayley in her kitchen because she has an insatiable passion for food and cooking. She resides with her husband, Ray, and 2 dogs, Hercules & Argos, on a six-acre homestead in rural, southwestern Pennsylvania. Together, they have a beautiful organic garden, raise chickens and turkeys, forage for wild edibles and enjoy Sunday evening rides in the scenic Laurel Mountains.

Intro

[01:00]    Hayley’s background- published cookbooks, IIN journey, blog and photography

[08:00]    Fasting- VOLUNTARY absence of eating food. NOT starving, NOT eating disorder.    

[09:30]    Benefits- weight management, reduce inflammation, brain function, anti-aging, cancer prevention, heal the gut, and most importantly facilitates healing of the entire body due to the digestive system not causing a distraction.   

[13:50]    What you learn about your body from fasting.

[16:20]    How you feel while fasting. 1-2 days getting over mental hurdles.  Days 2-5 worst days fighting addictions (sugar/caffeine) because body is detoxing.  After day 5 MAGIC! 

[19:20]    How often should you fast?

[21:25]    Intermittent fasting- Going a period of time without eating…best to do while sleeping at night. Try to lengthen the window by not eating after dinner and eating later in the morning. A 12-hour window is great! 12 hours fasting then 12 hours of eating.

[29:50]   Blood sugar regulation.   

[33:30]   How fasting gives your body a chance to fight and heal.  

[38:10]   How fasting impacts hormones. 

[41:50]   How you feel after fasting.  

[49:40]   Who should not fast - low body fat % or under doctors care for a medical issue.   

Hayley’s website: www.healthstartsinthekitchen.com

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Cyrus Khambatta, PhD, and Robby Barbaro, MPH are the cofounders of Mastering Diabetes, a coaching program that teaches people how to reverse insulin resistance via low-fat, plant-based, whole-food nutrition. Cyrus has been living with type 1 diabetes since 2002, and has an undergraduate degree from Stanford University and a PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry from UC Berkeley. Robby was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2000, and has been living a plant-based lifestyle since 2006. He worked at Forks Over Knives for 6 years, and earned a Master’s in Public Health in 2019.  

Intro

[01:53]   Five-star Review

[02:36]   Introduction to Cyrus and Robby — their diagnosis stories and experiences living with Type 1 diabetes. How their diets have changed over the years to help them maximize insulin sensitivity. 

[16:48]   What is insulin resistance? What about those with Type 2 diabetes?

Discussion on saturated fat and its role in diabetes.

[25:06] “Healthy fats” — saturated vs unsaturated fatty acids; Omega-3s from plant-based source vs from fish; problems with excessive intake of Omega-6 fats

[30:53]   Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

[33:04]  “Mastering Diabetes Method”— 4 components: low-fat plant-based whole food nutrition, intermittent fasting, daily movement, and decision trees. Green light foods — fruits, starchy veggies, beans, intact whole grains, leafy greens, non-starchy veggies, herbs/spices, mushrooms. Yellow light foods —nuts/seeds, avocados, olives, coconut, sprouted grains, brown rice pasta. Red light foods — animal products, processed foods, oils

[42:43]  Protein — importance of and how to get enough with this plant-based dietary approach

[48:54]  Long-term results/effects of low-carb diets 

[56:07] Robby & Cyrus’s podcast, book, contact info

Links:

Robby & Cyrus website: https://www.masteringdiabetes.org

Mastering Diabetes book: www.masteringdiabetes.org/book

Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mastering-diabetes-audio-experience/id1314224547

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Brenckle's Organic Farm and Greenhouse has been serving Cranberry and New Sewickley Townships, as well as, the whole Beaver Valley since 1949.  Chances are you've seen their products before, whether you knew it or not.  Their flowers have adorned many churches' altars and gardens, decorated Cranberry Highlands Golf Course, and you may have tasted their produce through the years at various local markets and chain super markets.  Today Brenckle's Organic Farm and Greenhouse is a family farm focused on its commitment to their local community and excited about expanding their area of service.

Intro

[01:40]    Intro to Brenckle’s family farm 

[06:00]    A day in the life of a farmer during growing season    

[13:50]    Why organic? - environmentally responsible, no harmful toxins or GMOs, pesticides used in organic farming vs synthetic pesticides  

[23:00]    What is a CSA and how would it work for you

[29:20]    Where to find them

Farmers Markets:

Monday- East Liberty

Thursday- Market Square

Friday- North Side

Saturday- Sewickley and Ligonier

Sunday- Squirrel Hill 

Farm address: 768 Glen Eden Rd Zelienople, PA 16063

Brenckle’s website: http://www.brencklesfarm.com

Brenckle’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brencklesorganic/

Brenckle’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrencklesOrganicFarm/

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Clean Juice was founded in 2014 by Kat & Landon Eckels.  The first store was opened at Birkdale Village in Charlotte, North Carolina.  There are now over 100 locations in 16 states.  At Clean Juice they know that every good and perfect gift is from above and believe in a Healthy Body and Strong Spirit.  They are the only 100% USDA certified organic juice and smoothie franchised juice bar in the United States.  

Intro

[01:40]    Introduction to Ann Marie and Clean Juice Wexford

[07:30]    Why cleanse? -give your systems a break and flood the body with countless vitamins and minerals as well as detoxing from exposure to environmental toxins

[09:25]    Signs you need a cleanse- indigestion, heartburn, bad breath, constipation, bloating, protruding abdomen, illness, dermal issues, fatigue, excess weight, insomnia or over sleeping

[12:25]    Why organic? - environmentally responsible, no harmful toxins or GMOs 

[15:05]    The juice cleanse benefits – 6 juices in a one day cleanse: Sweet Green (apple, cucumber, spinach, kale, and mint), Orange(carrots, oranges, pinapple, and turmeric), Green(spinach,kale,cucumber, ginger, lemon, and celery), Yellow(filtered water, lemon, maple syrup and cayenne pepper), Red(beets, apples, carrots and lemons), and White(cashews, vanilla, maple syrup, cinnamon, filtered water and Himalayan pink salt)

[26:30]    The difference between juice and smoothies

[27:50]    Ways to juice – cold pressed juices 

[29:35]    Other items on the Clean Juice menu.  Call the Wexford store at 724-933-0342 with questions.

https://cleanjuice.com

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Rita Rogers has 13 years experience as a nurse in a cardiovascular ICU where she's still practicing. But currently, she spends most of her working hours blogging and helping people one-on-one get to the root of their health and weight pain points through nutrition and supplementation.  She and her husband have two little girls and live a midwestern farm life.

Intro

[01:09]    5 Star Review

[01:44]    Introduction to Rita

[05:42]    Background behind Rita’s “Healthy Beat Skinny” website and Instagram, How she let being healthy conquer her desire to be skinny.

[08:40]    Rita’s past relationship with food and disordered eating habits (restriction, binging, over-exercise)

[14:06]    Rita’s health scare and mindset shift for recovery and wanting to be healthy

[20:04]    How Rita’s job as a registered nurse coupled with her knowledge of nutrition has changed her thoughts on traditional medicine in favor of a more holistic approach to healing

[30:30]    Critical tips for optimal wellness: Eating God-made vs man-made foods; Supplementing wisely; Simple and effective exercise

[37:42]    Beneficial supplements for many: quality multivitamin, sulfur, vitamin D, calcium, magnesium, vitamin K2, superfruits (liquid forms are best when possible)

[42:00]    Rita’s simple & unique approach to exercise and how to fit it into your day in small segments. Things she incorporates: squats, push-ups, planks, jumping jacks, standing crunches

[49:50]    How to follow or contact Rita

Links:

Rita’s Website: https://healthybeatskinny.com

Rita’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritarogersco/ (@ritarogersco)

Rita’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthybeatskinnybyritarogersco/

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Brenna McGowan returns for another interview to give tips on how to grow your website’s email list, maximize traffic, and increase sales. Brenna is a marketing strategist and copywriter from the Sacramento area who helps small businesses create personal and strategic marketing plans.

Intro

[01:06]    5 Star Review

[01:52]    Introduction to Brenna

[04:16]    Why it’s important to get people’s email addresses & how to collect them: Mailchimp marketing, pop-ups, landing pages, freebies, embedded forms, Welcome Series emails, subject lines. Amy Porterfield says, “The strength of your business is directly tied to the quantity of your email list.”

[17:14]    The main important pages everyone should have on their sites: Home, About, Contact, Testimonials, Blog, and Services or Products. The layout should be “so easy a caveman can navigate it.”

[27:58]    What makes one website stand out from another? Tips for making the site visually appealing: simplicity, white space, breaking up text, subheadings, great photos, easy navigation

[31:22]    Things NOT to have on websites: carousel headers, off-brand photos, unnecessary pages or too much information 

[38:02]    SEO tips and tricks: Alt text, Labeling photos before saving, keyword research, linking to sites and having them open in a new tab, compressing image files, Google searches and Pinterest 

[47:28]    How to repurpose content and use it multiple locations: blogs, instagram, Facebook, social media, quotes, emails, YouTube, IGTV or IG stories

[57:13]    How to follow or contact Brenna

Links:

Brenna’s Website: www.thesocialrescue.com

Brenna’s Instagram: @thesocialrescue

Podcast website: www.awholenewyoupodcast.com

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Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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Brenna McGowan is a marketing strategist and copywriter. After years of helping companies with their writing and marketing, she decided to start her own business in April of 2017. Since then, she has helped small businesses create personal and strategic marketing plans focusing on organic social media marketing and copywriting. Brenna lives near Sacramento, California with her husband of 21 years. When she is not working you can find her driving her three kids around, going to yoga or reading a book.

Intro

[00:57]    5 Star Review

[02:00]    Introduction to Brenna

[06:05]    Brenna’s history and her company

[10:09]    How she helps “mompreneurs,” “creativepreneurs,” and small businesses

[14:27]    Why Instagram is THE platform to use for connecting with others and/or finding ideal clients

[19:20]    Tips to increasing followers and creating relationships on Instagram

[22:26]    Importance of captions under photos. Tips for good captions: Talk to one person; Break up your text into 1 or 2 sentence chunks; Always be yourself; Use a strong subject line … create curiosity; Tell a story; Use emotions

[34:15]    How to effectively use a “call to action” in your captions

[38:26]    Tips for using Instagram stories: Do at least 5 a day; Use video; Can use templates, GIFS, polls, questions, hashtags; Tag and mention others when possible (social proof)

[49:05]    Direct messages (DMs) to create relationships — replying to stories, voice messages, links to websites, personal notes/thank you’s

[54:35]    Using DMs to draw people to our websites, blogs, etc. (Gary V’s “Jab, jab, jab, right hook”) — Serve first and often, then offer a sale.

[1:03:18]    How to follow or contact Brenna

Links:

Brenna’s Website: www.thesocialrescue.com

Brenna’s Instagram: @thesocialrescue

Podcast website: www.awholenewyoupodcast.com

Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com

Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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A short, uplifting episode full of great perspective on the energy of this wonderful spring season.  We review 7 rituals for spring renewal as well as some thrifty tips on green cleaning. 

Intro

[01:00]   Shared an itunes review and talked about the need for more detailed show notes

[06:00]   Shared DailyOm passage about spring

[07:50]   Inner peace- let go of the old and make room for the new 

[12:50]   7 rituals for spring renewal- de-clutter your living space, clear out mental and emotional clutter, start a new daily practice, try out something new, spend time outdoors, take a trip, SIMPLIFY your life  

[18:00]   Simplify food- juice or smoothie cleanse

[19:20]   Simplify products- 

Glass cleaner: 1 ½ cup vinegar, ½ cup water, 8 drops essential oil

Carpet cleaning solution: ½ cup peroxide, 4 tbsp vinegar,  3 tbsp dish soap, ¼ tsp essential oil then fill the tank with hot water

Wood cleaner: avocado oil and essential oil 

[26:30]   Simplify schedules- refer to Episode 15 Present Over Perfect for steps- create space to literally stop and smell the roses this season 

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Kathy Mydlach Bero’s remarkable recovery from two rare and aggressive forms of cancer, took her advocacy work into a whole new arena. She is an international best-selling author, speaker, consultant, reiki master and integrative health and cancer coach, working to change the way we look at chronic disease. Her best-selling book E.A.T. An Unconventional Decade In The Life Of A Cancer Patient was written in journal format, and is based on the 18 journals Kathy kept during her battle with two rare and aggressive cancers. Prior to her cancer diagnosis, Bero’s work ranged widely to include advocacy, facilitation, and consultation along with leadership development in the U.S and abroad.  Bero has been recognized nationally for her significant contributions in environmental advocacy and education, and executive produced the two-time Emmy award winning documentary WORTH FIGHTING FOR.

Intro

[01:00]    Kathy’s background

[03:00]    Kathy on the news and how the video went viral 

[04:30]    Kathy shares her personal story with stage 4 cancer and 21-month life expectancy to 14 years

[11:30]    Conventional cancer treatments/protocols and the importance of integrative medicine 

[14:50]    How the book came about and the powerful journal structure of a decade in the life of a cancer patient 

[22:50]    Anti-Angiogenic foods to fight cancer – list on Kathy’s website www.kathymydlachbero.com  veggies, onions, garlic, fresh herbs, berries (berrihealth powder for high dose therapeutic benefits)

[37:30]    Foods to maintain remission- support healing vs. prevent recurrence – more discipline is needed during the healing phase especially when it comes to avoiding sugar and prevention is more about balance and sustainability 

[40:30]    Lifestyle- meditation, fighting cravings, listen to your body when it asks for what it needs- Kathy craved cranberries because they are extremely powerful at fighting cancer

[44:00]   Simplicity in healing – change diet, reduce stress, deepen spiritual connection, Reiki

[47:30]   Reiki- tapping into universal energy and using it to heal

[51:00]   Focus on JUST FOR TODAY- I’ll be without anger, I’ll be without fear, I’ll do my work, I’ll be kind to others, I’ll be grateful 

[52:50]   Staying positive and healthy body, mind, and spirit – observe don’t absorb – negative emotions cause inflammation which causes disease 

[57:30]   Kathy’s services and how to find her

Kathy’s website: https://www.kathymydlachbero.com

Kathy’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KathyMydlachBero/

Kathy’s Instagram: (@kathybero) https://www.instagram.com/kathybero/

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Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com

Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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Kim’s book 360 Health is packed with information and serves as a great reference tool. It is a guide to cancer prevention, healing foods, and total body wellness.  The book focuses on anti-angiogenic foods which are cancer preventative and, conversely, on foods that foster cancer growth. This episode further explains other important factors in preventing cancer and provides a message of hope for everyone, even those who’ve already been diagnosed with the disease.  

Intro

[01:00]    How Kim’s book impacted Laurie and touched other people’s lives

[05:40]    Backstory of the book and message of hope

[16:50]    Angiogenesis in your body and anti-angiogenic foods

[27:00]    Foods to avoid to help ward off cancer (Laurie’s cat Tiger jumps up to take the mic)  

[30:00]    Helpful supplements 

[37:00]    Main toxins implicated in cancer formation 

[40:55]    How to detoxify your body

[47:00]    Lifestyle factors

[51:40]    Quick mention of other parts of the book

[55:00]    Goodies in the back of the book

Links mentioned:

Dr. William Li’s Ted Talk “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjkzfeJz66o

Kim’s article “Why Pregnant Women Are Avoiding Folic Acid” https://healthproadvice.com/women/Why-Pregnant-Women-Are-Avoiding-Folic-Acid-Supplementation

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Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com

Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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Chanelle Neilson, RYT is the host and creator of the Moms Who Know Podcast. She is the author of Parenting with Purpose, which has been translated into Chinese. She has worked in the fitness industry for 20 years and is a certified yoga instructor. She loves sunshine, healthy living, and dark chocolate. Chanelle is the mother of 5 kids and married to her best friend. She loves helping moms take care of themselves and grow so they can take better care of their families.

Intro

[01:45]    Introduction to Chanelle

[08:12]    Why morning routines are so helpful 

[10:40]    Jar of rocks and sand analogy (order of importance)

[13:47]    “Big Rocks” for Chanelle — connecting with God, self, family

[15:09]    Chanelle’s morning routine (journal, yoga, Scripture, writing, breakfast)

[20:42]    How to get in a routine when you have little kids at home (flexibility, two-part routines, giving ourselves grace, prioritizing sleep)

[26:36]    Tips for prepping the evening before for the next day

[29:32]    Recommended top habits to include in your morning routine (quiet/stillness, learning, creativity)

[34:01]    Summarizing the benefits and important takeaways

[36:55]    How to follow or contact Chanelle

Links:

Chanelle’s Website: https://momswhoknowpodcast.com

Moms Who Know Facebook: @momswhoknowpodcast

Moms Who Know Instagram: @momswhoknowpodcast

Podcast website: www.awholenewyoupodcast.com

Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com

Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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This book has been life-changing for so many people, and today we share some of those stories as well as our personal takeaways. Not only does the title of the book catch the attention of moms everywhere, but the cover also says, “Leaving behind frantic for a simpler, more soulful way of living.”  On the inside book flap, the author Shauna Niequist writes, “Present Over Perfect is an invitation to this journey that has changed my life. I’ll walk this path with you, a path away from frantic pushing and proving, and toward your essential self, the one you were created to be before you began proving and earning for your worth.”  So powerful!  

Intro

[01:00]    What the book is about

[02:50]    Listeners’ takeaways from the book

[06:00]    The impact Present Over Perfect had on Laurie’s life 

[08:30]    Meghan’s profound experience 

[12:30]    Busy 

[15:00]    How to take back control of your life — three steps

[22:55]    Kim’s perspective and insight on more soulful living 

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Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com

Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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Dr. Travis Zigler graduated in 2010 from The Ohio State University College of Optometry with Magna Cum Laude honors. He is the founder of Eye Love, https://eyelovethesun.com, whose mission is to heal 1,000,000 dry eye sufferers naturally. Dr. Travis and his wife, Dr. Jenna Zigler, use the profits from Eye Love to fund free and low cost clinics in Jamaica and in the US.  They also started a charity called the Eye Love Cares Foundation, https://eyelovecares.org, which provides exams, glasses and sunglasses for those in need, free education, and scholarships for students that align with their mission.  

Intro

[01:38]   Five-star Review

[02:31]   Introduction to Dr. Travis Zigler

[07:08]   Causes of dry eyes — mainly caused by inflammation; addressing root causes of inflammation. Healing inflammation can heal other conditions as well. Dietary implications.

[13:20]   PDF E-book “Rethinking Dry Eye Treatment” (link below) — helpful for reducing systemic inflammation, not just in eyes

[15:48]   Toxins which play a role in inflammation — makeup, eyelash extensions, fake eyelashes, dryer sheets, cleaning supplies

[19:37]   Devices (phones, computers, etc.) and the role they play in inflammation and eye health; blue light-blocking glasses

[25:17]   Diet — benefits of plant-based, alkaline diet 

[31:20]   Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below)

[33:32]  Food sensitivity testing — why it can be helpful for identifying triggers of inflammation

[35:28]  Importance of hydration 

[38:01]  Supplements Dr. Travis recommends — greens powder, probiotics, multivitamin, vitamin D, magnesium, Areds 2, Omega-3

[42:56]  Dr. Travis’s charity work — Eye Love Cares Foundation

[47:05]  Information and resources on website about blepharitis, dry eye, styes, mites, macular degeneration, glaucoma, reducing inflammation

[49:45] Dr. Travis’s websites and contact info

Links:

Dr. Zigler’s websites: 

www.eyelovethesun.com

www.rethinkingdryeye.com

www.eyelovecares.org

Free PDF of “Rethinking Dry Eye Treatment”: www.dryeyebook.com

Dr. Zigler’s YouTube channel “The Dry Eye Show”: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY1e42WesWrB5ib6gEXpEYw

Referenced article - “Best Natural Eye Makeup for Sensitive Eyes”: https://eyelovethesun.com/blogs/dry-eyes/eye-makeup

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Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com

Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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Dr. Josh Handt is the CEO of Lifestyle Locker and an owner and partner at The New York Chiropractic Life Center. He also teaches other doctors and health professionals to create their own podcast and how to share it with their current and future health tribe. Dr. Josh firmly believes that a life worth living is a life worth living in abundance. He finds the need to share the importance of the intimate relationship between lifestyle and abundant life.  Abundance in everything from health to finances, to relationships, and even spirituality. 

Intro

[01:04]    Introduction to Dr. Josh

[02:50]    His history and interest in chiropractics 

[08:23]    Why chiropractic care can benefit everyone

[10:50]    Detoxification and digestion

[15:06]    3 major stressors to the body

[21:09]    Postures of happiness and depression

[22:07]    Children and behavioral changes from adjustments

[28:11]    Benefits for women (pregnancy, menopause, hormones) 

[32:20]    How to select a chiropractor 

[35:30]    How to follow or contact Dr. Josh

Links:

Dr. Josh’s Website: https://www.lifestylelocker.com

Dr. Josh on Facebook: @lifestylelocker

Dr. Josh on Instagram: @drjoshhandt

Podcast website: www.awholenewyoupodcast.com

Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com

Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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There can be many benefits of drinking wine, but not all wines are created equal. In this episode, we discuss the differences between conventional wines vs organic and clean-crafted.  All the benefits of red wine are highlighted including how it can promote good health, relaxing feelings, and fun!  

Intro

[01:00]    Drinking at 10am — NOT!, puking kids, Laurie’s 43rd birthday

[09:50]    Pros and cons of drinking wine

[20:25]    Why organic wine

[26:50]    Problems with non-organic wines

[33:50]    Clean-crafted or dry farmed wines

[40:00]    Wine and listening to your body, moments of solitude and important inner work, numbing pain (deep thoughts by Laurie Bittel)

[44:30]     Addiction 

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Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com

Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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Lahana Vigliano is a certified clinical nutritionist and owner of Thrival Nutrition. She specializes in helping women who struggle with weight loss, hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, and chronic fatigue. She creates tons of free resources on her website to help women feed their families healthier with real food recipes, blogs, and podcasts! Outside of her love for nutrition, she is a mama of 2 and a wife!  

Intro

[01:42]    Introduction to Lahana

[03:33]    Lahana’s company Thrival Nutrition 

[08:17]    What is “leaky gut?”

[12:50]    Top foods that influence good gut health

[19:22]    Favorite supplements for leaky gut

[25:10]    How food sensitivities play a role in gut health

[27:40]    MRT Test for food sensitivities

[29:15]    Other helpful lab tests 

[31:17]    Lifestyle factors that affect the gut

[32:15]    Hormones and gut health connection 

[36:46]    How to find or contact Lahana

Links:

Lahana’s Website: https://thrivalnutrition.com

Thrival Nutrition FB page: https://www.facebook.com/thrivalnutrition/

Thrival Nutrition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivalnutrition/

Podcast website: www.awholenewyoupodcast.com

Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com

Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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There truly is an oil for everything!  Essential oils are powerful tools that enable us to take charge of the health of ourselves and our families.  In previous episodes, we discuss different benefits of oils in relation to various topics but this one is dedicated to communicating how to use your oils as well as some safety guidelines.  The power of essential oils needs to be respected so today we cover dilution, dosage, hot oils, photosensitive oils, and sensitivity reactions.  

Intro

[01:00]    Power and potency 

[04:00]    Diffusing 

[06:30]    Topical application

[15:00]    Oral/internal 

[17:00]    Hot Oils

[19:00]    Neat Oils

[20:30]    Photosensitive Oils

[22:00]    Sensitivity Reactions

[55:50]    Education

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Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com

Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com

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