Erin Kerry is an integrative health coach, functional nutritionist and author of the upcoming book Live Beyond Your Label. In this solo episode, Erin discusses the third part of her book, which discusses how to add variety to your diet in how you eat, why you eat, and what you eat, along with how to create body peace. Key Topics: - How to create an optimal environment for digestion - How stress plays a role in absorption and digestion of nutrients - How to eat for balanced blood sugar to support a balanced stress response - Using the antidepressant food score to increase mood-boosting foods - Why dieting fails - Root causes of weight struggles - Noise that disrupts body peace To order Live Beyond Your Label: A Holistic Approach to Breaking Old Patterns and Rediscovering a Healthier You in Mind, Body, and Spirit, head here: erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook or find wherever books are sold! Don’t forget to grab your preorder gift, a Nourishing Habits Guide, now! Available through September 16. https://mailchi.mp/43ddced8d0e6/lbyl-preorder-gift-bundle Download Erin’s devotional plan, Reset Your Stress Response with Scripture, on the Bible app: http://bible.us/r/FYO Download the plan on Life Bible app: https://tbibles.com/M1rG

Erin Kerry is an integrative health coach, functional nutritionist and author of the upcoming book Live Beyond Your Label. In this solo episode, Erin discusses the second part of her book, which explores root issues that keep us from thriving and their impact on living a purposeful, connected life. Key Topics: - How unresolved trauma and suppressed feelings can lead to chronic disease states - The importance of reconnecting with one's body and God to promote healing - What the Bible teaches us about feeling feelings - A reframe on coping mechanisms, their potential benefits and drawbacks, and the need for a gentle approach when making changes - Reviews from the book launch team To order Live Beyond Your Label: A Holistic Approach to Breaking Old Patterns and Rediscovering a Healthier You in Mind, Body, and Spirit, head here: erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook or find wherever books are sold! Don’t forget to grab your preorder gift, a Nourishing Habits Guide, now! Available through September 16. Download Erin’s devotional plan, Reset Your Stress Response with Scripture, on the Bible app: http://bible.us/r/FYO Download the plan on Life Bible app: https://tbibles.com/M1rG

Meg Gaic is a Holistic Nutritionist and Acne Expert who suffered from over a decade long journey with hormonal acne. After trying everything under the sun and spending thousands on things that didn't work, she took control of her own health, went to nutrition school and healed herself. The Get Glow Method was born out of what she so desperately needed when she was going through it and takes every aspect of acne healing into account: internal (root cause), external (skincare) and mindset. She now has helped over 2,500 clients worldwide get clear, balanced and have acne freedom both physically and mentally. Key Topics: - Meg’s journey with hormonal acne and hormonal birth control - Getting to the root of the internal causes of acne - The importance of subconscious reprogramming of negative mindsets - How food and nutrition play a role in acne - The dangers of Accutane and why it doesn’t address the root cause - Foundations to support acne healing - Myths of skincare, supplements, and popular treatment - Meg’s Get Glow approach Follow Meg on Instagram at @getglowmethod Head to getglowmethod.com to work with Meg. Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Preorder Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

Linda Stephens is a personal trainer and nutrition expert with a focus on helping women feel great as they age. Having experienced numerous changes herself, Linda understands the importance of addressing these concerns. Her motto is, “midlife should be the bridge to your new life”. Linda has developed a comprehensive 6 week program taught virtually to women around the globe called “Midlife Mastery”. Linda guides women by educating them on how their bodies change in midlife. Women involved in the program learn cutting edge, science backed data for hormone balance, longevity, mood, libido and weight loss. Linda holds her masters degree in nutrition, competed as an IFBB Figure Pro and is a NASM certified personal trainer. Key Topics: - The importance of hormone balance as you age and testing before you feel symptoms of imbalances - Managing caffeine and hydration - Effects of alcohol on hormones and health - What to do with midlife weight gain - Whey women need more protein - How to build muscle as you age - The importance of muscle and fitness for longevity Learn more about Linda at lindamstephens.com and @lindastephensfit on Instagram Grab Erin’s FREE high protein meal pack here: https://mailchi.mp/3b36a5b0f751/high-protein-nutrient-dense-recipe-pack

Living in a state of survival disconnects us from living out our purpose, fully connected and nourished. In this episode, Erin breaks down what survival mode looks like for her and how she breaks out of it to find whole body support. Other Key Topics: - Why it’s important to connect with the whole body - Why we live in survival mode and the problems it creates - What holistic nourishment is and what it can look like in daily life - The importance of creating safety in the nervous system for creating an improved perception of reality - Five pillars of nourishment that create intentionality Sign up for Erin’s 21 Days of Nourishment group and learn ways to support your own unique body here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1b-M5C8jEes3kxZdso5ODKw0j5YOFMVaNPLO2kQQDiMc/edit Grab Erin’s nourishment journal here: https://www.amazon.com/Nourishment-Journal-Daily-Check-ins-Your/dp/B0CGMC2W6S/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2P4TDFQH2H6BW&keywords=nourishment+journal+erin+kerry&qid=1695747902&sprefix=erin+kerr%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-1 Sign up for FREE monthly meal plans here: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup

Dr. Gala Gorman is a licensed Acupuncturist, Naturopath, and author who offers practical advice and programs to reverse health issues resulting from chronic stress. She helps women relieve their symptoms, restore their energy, and reclaim their "Super Woman" status. Dr. Gala advocates for getting to the root cause of the health issue and treating it naturally. She encourages patients to be their own health advocate ... or PCP (primary care person). Key Topics: - How eustress (good stress) impacts the body - How hormones work to support stress - The “kryptonite” impacting your health - Common sources of kryptonite - Experiencing and understanding symptoms instead of suppressing them - The stress-weight gain connection - Why calorie-counting doesn’t work - Fasting and supporting detoxification - The importance of observation Learn more about Dr. Gala at Drgala.com Sponsor: get 50% off your first month plus free shipping on any crate line at Kiwico.com/spark


Allison Samon is a Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioner helps people to get out of chronic illness, escape from mystery symptoms, and help re-design their lifestyle so they can be fit, energized, and pain free in ways that are easy, fun, and sustainable. Allison struggled with unexplained chronic pain for over 10 years. Her remarkable healing journey became the basis for her programs: Reboot from Chronic Illness and the Chronic Illness Recovery Blueprint. She’s also written an ebook “Detoxing Endocrine Disruptors: Essen to ref tial Checklist,” and is a featured author in the Amazon International Best Seller: Teach Your Expertise. Key Topics: - Allison’s story of dealing with chronic pain - How constipation may be common or normal but it’s not optimal - How symptoms can be interconnected - Why so many women struggle with fatigue - How to start the repair process and get more energy - Why being more mindful helps Learn more at AllisonSamon.com or follow her on Instagram at @healthallie Sponsor: Go to magicmind.com/wholeness20 to get 56% off your subscription with the code wholeness20

Alisa Keeton is the founder of Revelation Wellness, a nonprofit ministry that uses physical and mental health practices to spread the gospel by inviting participants to become integrated and whole beings through biblical teachings, on-line events, productions, and in-person retreat experiences. A fitness profes­sional for over 30 years, Alisa is the author of The Wellness Revelation and Heir to the Crown and hosts the popular Revelation Wellness podcast with over 7 million downloads. Her new book, The Body Revelation, is available now. Key Topics: - The purpose behind The Body Revelation - Why it can be so difficult to partner with the body - How pain is stored in the body and our bodies can be used to move through the pain - How our bodies aren’t problems to be solved - The way movement can help to renew the mind with truth - How you can befriend your body and brain when you feel like it’s betraying you. Learn more about Alisa and Revelation Wellness at alisakeeton.com and revelationwellness.com. Get Erin’s FREE stress-busting nutrient guide here: https://mailchi.mp/5bf7e5c21f62/stress-busting-nutrition-guide

Abbie Halberstadt is a happy wife, homeschooling mama to ten rad kids, bestselling author, blogger, fitness instructor, and reigning family Nertz champion. But most importantly, she’s a Bible-believing Christian who desires to know God and make Him known. She lives by the motto “hard is not the same thing as bad” and loves encouraging women to dig deep in the everyday trials of motherhood for the treasures of joy and growth that are there in abundance if we’re only willing to look. She, her husband Shaun, and their double handful of children live in the Piney Woods of East Texas. She is the author of M Is For Mama and the upcoming release, Hard Is Not the Same Thing As Bad. In this discussion, Erin picks Abbie’s brain about motherhood misconceptions and how to make choices as a mom that put you on a path beyond survival mode. Key Topics: - What the phrase “hard is not the same thing as bad” means to Abbie - How it’s possible to get out of survival mode as a mom - The difference between mom guilt and conviction - What to do when you feel stuck - How to teach kids flexibility - How to make time for yourself to get into an exercise habit - The cultural perspective of mom burnout versus self-infliched mom burnout - How Abbie prioritizes motherhood - The Halberstadt penny reward system and how it helps Grab Abbie’s ebook about her penny reward system at https://misformama.net/penny-reward-system-2 and grab her new book wherever books are sold! Sponsor: Redefine learning with play. Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on any rate line at kiwico.com/spark.

In this special 200th episode, Erin answers listeners' most commonly asked questions. Key Topics: - Healthy swaps to have in your kitchen - Getting to the root of anxiety - Natural support for ADHD - How to support insomnia - Preparing for menopause - How to adjust to a gluten-free lifestyle Join Erin's monthly subscription for FREE and receive a meal plan and recipe every month here: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Buy Erin's recipe book, Brain Food for the Whole Family, on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Food-Whole-Family-Kid-Friendly/dp/B0C2S6B5B6

Dr. Syra Madad is an internationally recognized public health leader and epidemiologist in infectious disease and special pathogen preparedness and response. She is Senior Director, System-wide Special Pathogens Program at New York City Health + Hospitals, the nation’s largest municipal healthcare delivery system overseeing special pathogen preparedness and response efforts across 11 acute care hospitals in addition to post-acute/long-term care facilities and ambulatory care sites. Dr. Madad’s work focuses on the preparedness for, response to and recovery from infectious disease outbreaks with an emphasis on health care and public health biopreparedness. Dr. Madad has led multiple outbreak responses including Ebola, Zika, Measles, candida auris, and recently, COVID19. Dr. Madad has over 50+ publications, and has been a guest speaker at over 70 scientific and medical conferences around the world. Key Topics: - What are PFAS and why are they “forever chemicals?” - The latest studies happening on PFAS - How PFAS were put into use and where they are found - What to do to minimize the risk - Products that contain the most forever chemicas - Problems with tap water - How to support health this year - Bonus: Erin’s four-tiered tips for supporting immune resilience this year! Lear more about Dr. Madad on Instagram at @syramadad. Grab Erin’s stress-busting nutrition guide here: https://mailchi.mp/5bf7e5c21f62/stress-busting-nutrition-guide Sponsor: Let therapy be your map, with BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/sparking.

Caroline Lamont is a holistic health coach, certified Autoimmune Paleo coach, and a functional medicine practitioner with the School of Applied Functional Medicine (SAFM). She is also a leader with SAFM, supporting new functional medicine practitioners during their studies. She combines health coaching and functional medicine to help clients control the immune response that’s causing their conditions reduce inflammation in your body, and minimize the pain and discomfort that inflammation causes. Key topics: - Caroline’s unique nutrition perspective from her time in France and England - Differences in French culture and US with health outcomes - Eating practices that negatively impact health - French culinary differences and the importance of eating seasonally - Caroline’s passion for autoimmune health and her own journey - How to view an whole foods elimination diet from a less stressful lens - The importance of moving slowly toward health goals Learn more about Caroline at greatingreatout.com and follow her on Instagram at @carolinelamonthealthcoach. To get Erin’s FREE monthly meal plan and recipe list delivered to your inbox every month, click here: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup

This episode will challenge the notion that genetics determines our health outcomes and shed light on the role of lifestyle factors in shaping our well-being. From debunking the claim that obesity is primarily genetic to uncovering genetic imbalances and finding effective solutions, this episode will leave you inspired and empowered to take control of your own health. Kashif Khan is an author, speaker, visionary entrepreneur and investor. He is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of The DNA Company, a digital health company that uses genetic insights to develop genomics-based health management applications that offer patients precision healthcare tailored to their unique biology. In his newest title, The DNA Way: Unlock the Secrets of Your Genes to Reverse Disease, Slow Aging, and Achieve Optimal Wellness (May 16, 2023 / Hay House), Kashif gives an action plan based on your unique genetic makeup to help you live your best life. Key Topics: - What is functional genomics and how does it impact health? - Debunking the claim that obesity is genetic - Why Ozempic is not the best option for weight loss - The toxic pollutants harming your health - Reversing chronic disease with genomics - How Khan healed his niece’s anxiety with genomics - How to work with systems Learn more at thednacompany.com, follow Kashif on instagram at @kashkhanofficial and find his book The DNA Way anywhere you buy books! Grab Erin’s FREE high protein breakfast recipe pack here: https://mailchi.mp/a793b6756b9b/high-protein-breakfast-ideas Buy Erin’s kids’ recipe book here: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Food-Whole-Family-Kid-Friendly/dp/B0C2S6B5B6

Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor and the bestselling author of Period Repair Manual, Hormone Repair Manual, and Metabolism Repair for Women. She currently has consulting rooms in Christchurch, New Zealand, where she treats women with PCOS, PMS, endometriosis, perimenopause, and many other hormone- and period-related health problems.  Key Topics: - Misconceptions about women’s metabolic health - The connection between metabolism and female reproductive hormones - How our relationships impact metabolic health - How the birth control pill negatively impacts overall health and suppresses hormone function - The PCOS epidemic and the connection to insulin resistance Head to larabriden.com for more. Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Preorder Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

Dr. Mary Claire Haver is a renowned expert in the field of women's health, specializing in menopause and its various stages. With a deep understanding of the confusion surrounding menopausal terminology, Dr. Haver aims to educate and empower women to navigate this significant phase of their lives. In this episode, she sheds light on the intricacies of menopause and empowers women to understand and navigate the changes associated with declining ovarian function. Her educational background and her own experience led Dr. Haver to develop the national bestselling book and online program, The Galveston Diet. Dr. Haver is working on her second book, The New Menopause, which will be released in the Spring of 2024. Key Topics: - The surprising timeframe of perimenopausal symptoms - Why perimenopausal symptoms get missed by some providers - The nutritional disparities in medicine today - Symptoms of perimenopause and how to support them sooner rather than later - Hormone Replacement Therapy - what it is and who needs it - Nutritional support for menopause - The micronutrients women need to stay healthy Learn more about Dr. Haver, her program, and her books at galvestondiet.com. Sponsor: Get 50% off your first month with Kiwico, plus free shipping on any crate line at kiwico.com/spark.

Dr. Robert Silverman is a chiropractic doctor, clinical nutritionist, national/international speaker, author of Amazon’s #1 bestseller Inside Out Health, and founder and CEO of Westchester Integrative Health Center and author of Immune Reboot. Dr. Silverman is on the advisory board for the Functional Medicine University and is a seasoned health and wellness expert on both the speaking circuits and the media. He is also a chief clinic consultant for KBMO Diagnostics and Erchonia laser LTD and holds a science board position with Nutri-Dyne. With over 23 years of clinical experience, Dr. Silverman is a thought leader in his field and practice and a frequently published author in peer-reviewed journals and other mainstream publications. Key Topics: - The number one health concern people face today - What is the big concern with gluten? - Symptoms of food sensitivities - What food to avoid - Food for kids’ brain health - Best fish and immune-strengthening foods - The role of the vagus nerve in our health - Best support for sleep - More on Dr. Silberman’s book, Immune Reboot Follow him on Instagram at @drrobertsilverman and learn more at DrRobertSiverman.com. Sponsor: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free sample packs ar drinkAG1.com/spark Subscribe to Erin’s monthly tips here: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup

Kelly Lutman has been fascinated by the power of food ever since she helped resolve her son’s ADHD by simply changing what he ate. A health coach certified in Applied Functional Medicine, Kelly firmly believes that symptoms are the body’s cries for help, and that the body can heal when provided the building blocks it needs. She meets each client where they are, helps them understand what is happening in their body, and guides them in identifying the changes that will help them experience the vitality they were missing. Her new book is called Thriving Through Cancer Key Topics: - Kelly’s training in functional medicine and why she chose to focus on cancer - How to support whole body health with a cancer diagnosis - What the body truly needs to heal and thrive - Benefits of nature for pain control - How to get out of “fight or flight” mode when facing a new diagnosis - The problem with most nutritional recommendations - The connection between chemo, leaky gut, and food sensitivities Learn more about Kelly at KellyLutman.com Sponsor: give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/sparking

Jillian Smith, RDN, is a registered dietitian with a special focus in functional medicine for the gut. She is the lead dietitian for GutPersonal, whose unique, personalized approach to wellness involves customized supplements, gut testing, and health coaching to help you achieve lasting relief. Her passion is to uncover the root cause of gut issues and get rid of symptoms — for good. For years Jillian bounced through doctor appointments, completing lab work and other tests, just to be told that everything looked "normal". Through the right testing, proper nutrition, personalized lifestyle, and supplement interventions, she now helps clients heal their gut and experience life symptom-free. Key Topics: - Myths and misunderstandings about kids’ gut health - Symptoms in kids that indicate gut health issues - What parents can do to support gut health - Allergies and the gut connection - The skin-gut connection - What to do about constipation - The most harmful things for your gut - How GutPersonal supports gut health Use the code sparking to get a supplement discount with gutpersonal.com Follow Jillian on Instagram at @jilliansmith.rd Grab Erin’s FREE resource, “Brain-boosting Meal Ideas for Kids,” here: https://mailchi.mp/c19b398984bd/kids-brain-boosting-meal-ideas

Sandra Beck is the host of Motherhood Talk Radio, Military Mom Talk Radio, Coach Talk Radio, and Powered Up Talk Radio. She is the founder of Beck Multimedia, where she has spent years empowering others to use their gifts of communication. She is also Erin's mentor. In this simulcast episode, Erin and Sandra discuss the importance of using food to support mental health, especially when life gets chaotic. Key topics include non-stressful meal planning, ways to remember to slow down to decrease stress, the importance of protein, and how to add vegetables to support mental clarity. Sponsor: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 FREE AG1 travel packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/SPARK Grab Erin's favorite high protein recipes and subscribe for monthly tips here: https://mailchi.mp/3b36a5b0f751/high-protein-nutrient-dense-recipe-pack

Linda Kreter is a serial entrepreneur, with five successful companies and deep experience from startup to sale. She is the host of the top-ranking Wise Health for Women podcast. She specializes in adaptability and growth, sharing skills and capabilities to intentionally respond – not react – to life’s circumstances. Her lived experience with Durable People Thrive™ and Self-Care and Resilience programs address human problems that may hinder individual progress: fear, uncertainty, self-awareness, values-based living, and especially clarity in communications. In this episode, we explore the concept of toxic people and the long-term impact on your health. Key Topics: - How toxic people deflate you - What makes toxic people so toxic - Personality traits that attract toxicity - How to know if you’re in a toxic relationship - How toxicity shows up in the workplace - When to walk away from a toxic relationship - The negative health impacts of toxic relationships Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/sparking and get on your way to being your best self. Kiwico: Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line at kiwico.com/spark.

Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH is the leading medical expert on how life experiences get stored in the body and restoring the body to its best state of health through her signature model and methodology, The Biology of Trauma™. She is a double board-certified medical physician in Preventive Medicine and Addiction Medicine. She is also a Certified Functional Medicine physician and has training and certifications specifically in neuro-autoimmunity, nutrition, and genetics for addictions, mental health, and mood and behavioral disorders. Dr. Aimie offers science-based solutions on how to rewire the nervous system with The Biology of Trauma. Accelerating the healing journey through recovery to resilience, presence, and aliveness. Dr. Aimie is the founder and CEO of Trauma Healing Accelerated, offering her foundational online course: “The 21 Day Journey to Calm Aliveness”, which is an experiential journey into the nervous system that is open to all as well as her 8 module certification course for practitioners, “Biology of Trauma” that teaches the protocols of addressing The Biology of Trauma on the different systems of the body. Key Topics: - Redefining trauma - trauma is not just one big event - What a trauma response looks like - Safety physiology vs. threat physiology - How trauma doesn’t allow the body to bounce back - The disconnect between mind and body and where it comes from - How we can get out of a trauma response mode - An explanation of somatic experiencing and how it brings safety to the body Learn more about Dr. Aimie’s programs at traumahealingaccelerated.com

Dr. Kamilah Stevenson is a published author, counselor, and healthy lifestyle advocate. With a firm belief in the importance of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health for all individuals, she has dedicated her life to helping others become their best selves by learning how to take care of themselves physically. Dr. Kamilah is a passionate advocate for the science of the immune system and its impact on overall health and quality of life. She believes that addressing our immune system is crucial to achieving our purposes in life, as being sick or low on energy can negatively affect every aspect of our lives, from our careers to our relationships. She believes that there are many factors that can impact our immune system and that we can make changes to our lifestyle and decisions that will boost its quality and, in turn, improve other areas of our bodies, such as our brain and emotions. Key Topics: - The importance of a healthy immune system - Food and nutrients for healthy immune system - The importance of bioindividuality - The impact of stress in immune health - How to adjust exercise for stress levels Follow Dr. Kamilah on Instagram at @kamilahstevenson or at her website kamilahstevenson.com. Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/sparking. Athletic Greens is giving a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchases. Go to athleticgreens.com/spark.

Dr. Tamika Henry is a board-certified family physician with an emphasis in functional medicine and the founder of Unlimited Health Institute where she sees patients virtually all over the world. Based out of Los Angeles and with a roster of celebrity list of clients, Dr. Henry's specialty is Functional medicine which is a systems biology–based approach that focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of disease.   In her practice, Dr. Henry works with patients nationwide, including a wide roster of celebrity clients. She also is a Best-Selling author with her book “The Unlimited You Detox” and number one podcast Rock It with Dr. Tamika • A podcast on Anchor. Key Topics: - Why Dr. Henry takes a functional medicine approach to health - Why more people are looking for a functional medicine practitioner - The most common health issues people are struggling with today - Gut-brain issues and the way functional medicine addresses them - The growing concern with pre-diabetes and metabolic syndrome - Importance of remembering the basics Follow her on Instagram at @iamdrtamika. Learn more about Dr. Henry at unlimitedhealthinstitute.com Get Erin’s recipe book, co-authored by pediatrician Dr. Alina Olteanu, on Amazon here: Brain Food for the Whole Family: Easy, Kid-Friendly Recipes, Packed with Nutrients for Whole Body Health https://a.co/d/gnjY6s2

Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary, MD, is a neurologist, neuroscientist and an internationally recognized expert in the ancient practice of Ayurvedic medicine. Chaudhary is the author of “The Prime” (Penguin Random House, 2016) and “Sound Medicine” (Harper Collins, 2020); is a pioneer in the field of integrative medicine and is a highly sought-after speaker, researcher and adviser for Healthy Directions. Key Topics: - New research on the gut-brain connection - The brain-gut connection and how to r brain speaks to the gut ecosystem - How modern medicine backs up what was known for thousands of years - Herbs you need for mental health and stress management Learn more at drkchaudhary.com Sponsor: Athletic Greens is giving listeners a FREE one year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to athleticgreens.com/spark.

Dr. Uma Naidoo founded and directs the first hospital-based Nutritional Psychiatry Service in the United States. She is the Director of Nutritional and Lifestyle Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) & Director of Nutritional Psychiatry at MGH Academy while serving on the faculty at Harvard Medical School. She was considered Harvard’s Mood Food Expert and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal. Dr. Naidoo is also the national bestselling author of This Is Your Brain on Food and her newest book, Calm Your Mind with Food is available now.  In this fascinating rerun episode (first aired in 2020), Erin and Dr. Naidoo discuss her 2020 book, This Is Your Brain On Food. Key Topics: * Dr. Naidoo’s journey as a psychiatrist and professional chef * How what we eat affects our brain * The origin of the gut/brain connection * The rise of mental health concerns * Food to avoid for mental well-being * Inflammatory foods * Orthorexia and food obsession * How to add more diversity in your diet * The impact of caffeine and alcohol on mental health Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Preorder Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

Tamara Rosier, Ph.D., is the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, where she and her staff work with individuals with ADHD (and their families) to learn strategies and develop new skills to live effectively with ADHD. Dr. Rosier is also the president of the ADHD Coaches Organization. She is the author of Your Brain’s Not Broken. She is a popular conference and keynote speaker is a frequent guest on podcasts and has published numerous articles about living with ADHD. Things you need to know if you suspect you have ADHD. Key Topics: - The difference between convergent and divergent thinking - Erin’s “pinball machine brain” and the trouble with focusing on too much all at once - Hyperarousal and fixation versus avoidance behaviors - Compulsive learning and ADHD - Self-criticism, perfectionism, and shame - How motivations come from emotions and what to do about it - The battery life and solve-it grid to manage energy - How neurotypicals can support those with ADHD Get Dr. Rosier’s book, Your Brain’s Not Broken, wherever you get books or at tamararosier.com or follow her on Instagram at @drtamararosier Sponsor: Get 50% off your first month at kiwico.com/spark and explore hands-on projects that build creative confidence and problem solving skills with Kiwico.

Matt Zemon is the Co-Founder of HAPPŸŸ, a mental wellness company that specializes in psychedelic-assisted ketamine therapy along with digital therapeutics that promote life-transforming outcomes. As an entrepreneur in the well-being sector, Matt was the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Psychable, an online community connecting people who would like to explore the healing power of psychedelics with a network of practitioners and psychedelic-based treatments, and the co-founder of Take2Minutes, a nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals improve their mental health and well-being. Matt is the author of Psychedelics for Everyone: A Beginner’s Guide to these Powerful Medicines for Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Expanding Consciousness and received his Master of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health with honors from King’s College London. In this episode, we take on the slightly controversial topic of psychedelics for mental health, and how they’re being used today when all other options fail. Key Topics: - What are psychedelics and how are people using them today? - The three paths to psychedelics and the de-criminalization of their use - What happens to the brain on psychedelics - How to have a safe psychedelic session - The impact for treatment-resistant mental health issues - Who shouldn’t do psychedelics Find Matt’s bestselling book, Psychedelics for Everyone, and learn more about him at mattzemon.com. Get Erin's recipes! Brain Food for the Whole Family is available now on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Food-Whole-Family-Kid-Friendly/dp/B0C2S6B5B6

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this episode with functional medicine trained health coach Erin Kerry is kicking it off with what your body really needs. Your body needs to feel safe to heal and thrive. That’s true for emotional safety, and it’s absolutely true for physiological safety. Unfortunately, due to fancy food marketing and years of junk science twisted to benefit the food companies, we have commonly consumed foods that are keeping your body in an unsafe, stressed out state. We have strayed so far from food that our great-grandparents ate that our bodies are sounding the alarm on every level - yet we keep trying the newest things. This a list of the five "health imposters" that Erin believes are creating long-term chaos in the body's ability to function optimally - from a cellular level to neurotransmitter level to every area in between. These five trends masquerading as health could be extremely destructive, especially when habitual. Erin follows that list up with five things that could be beneficial for just about everyone’s mental health. There is hope! Learn more mental health tools at sparkingwholeness.com and on Instagram at @sparkingwholeness. For the Sleep Time supplement recommended in this episode, head to https://nutritionalfrontiers.com/?ref=26641

Carly Stagg and Chelsea Blackbird are co-creators of The School of Christian Health and Nutrition. They teach holistic health rooted in Biblical principles and certify people who are passionate about health and Jesus to become Christian Health Practitioners. Carly is a Family Nurse Practitioner and functional nutritional therapist. Chelsea is Christian Health Practitioner and nutritional therapist. They have combined the very best of their functional health training and clinical experience to offer a comprehensive program that fully integrates spirit, mind and body. In this episode, both practitioners share their heart for a holistic, Biblical perspective on health that is often missing in the world of health and nutrition.  Key Topics: - Why there is a need for The School of Christian Health and Nutrition - The Genesis prescription - What most holistic health practitioners are missing - How to charger your water battery - Supporting your infradian rhythm by eating seasonally - The body’s resilience and using the nervous system for healing - Using targeted lab work to understand baseline health - Who this program is for - How to start integrating mind-body-spirit Sign up or learn more at christiannutritionschool.com and follow on Instagram at @christiannutritionschool.

Andrea Jones is a Registered Nurse, Functional Hormone Coach and Inner Healing Pastor. She has spent the majority of her nursing career in hospital settings before transitioning to nursing education and finally out of the conventional medical system altogether. She now works with women all over the world to uncover the root causes of their hormone imbalances so they can get back to thriving.  Key Topics: - What is a functional medicine approach to hormones and why do we need it? - Ways your period is a barometer of your overall health - What your hormone symptoms say about your body’s needs - The liver’s role and the gut-brain connection - Support for progesterone - The brain’s role in hormone health - The role of trauma with menstrual issues - Lifestyle red flags for hormonal balance - How Andrea’s work as an inner healing pastor supports her work as a hormone expert Follow Andrea on Instagram at @abundantwellnesswithandrea Sponsor: Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line at kiwico.com/spark.

Dr. Molly Maloof is passionate about extending healthspan through her medical practice, personal brand, entrepreneurial and educational endeavors. She provides personalized medicine to world class entrepreneurs, investors, and executives. Dr. Maloof is on the frontier of digital health technologies, biofeedback assisted lifestyle interventions, and science-backed wellness products and services. In this jam-packed episode, Dr. Molly breaks down the definition of biohacking and how we can optimize our health and enhance our energy by hacking our biology. Key Topics: - What is biohacking and how is biohacking different for men and women - Ways to biohack as a woman - How to biohack a menstrual cycle - Optimizing the health of your body through exercise - Fundamentals of health that help you age backwards - Fasting and stress on female health - Biohacking blood sugar Find Dr. Molly’s new book, The Spark Factor, wherever books are sold.

Sanare Today is a revolutionary set of thirteen clinics that combines therapy, natural medicine, nutrition, and coaching to help people thrive. Rachael Bevilacqua is the Vice President of Sanare Today. She has a master’s degree in clinical counseling from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and is a personal trainer. Her passion for combining revolutionary therapy techniques, food, and movement comes from her experience as an athlete, coach, and clinician. Dr. Kate Henry is the Director of Functional Medicine at Sanare. Kate’s study of nutrition, botanicals, and lifestyle medicine allows her to offer unique expertise and cutting-edge solutions for mental and physical health conditions including depression, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, and more. She’s passionate about doing the medical detective work to help people find their root cause and become free of the things that are holding them back. Key Topics: - Why functional medicine and therapy complement each other - Why treating the root cause is instrumental for healing mental health issues - What treating the root cause looks like for someone suffering from bipolar disorder - How a whole-person approach to mental health works - The immune-brain connection in disorders such as PANDAS - How to break away from food stress and food fear - The raw materials you need to make neurotransmitters - The food-mood-movement connection for mental health. Learn more about Kate, Rachael, and Sanare Today at sanaretoday.com

Leslie Bumpas is a Functional Medicine Nutritionist and expert in Women's Wellness. Over the last ten years she has helped frustrated, mature women overcome the hurdles of aging by utilizing science-backed protocols designed to bring energy, vitality, and beauty back so they can enjoy life to the fullest. There should be no fear about aging: no dementia, no frumpy, dumpy, and old. Leslie incorporates a unique approach to anti-aging that few in the healthcare world have access to. In this episode, we tackle all things related to healthy hormones in perimenopause and beyond. Key Topics: - Cultural misconceptions of female hormones - What really helps balance hormones - Early signs of perimenopause - What kind of tests to run for hormone support - How to consider menopause a “second spring” - The importance of managing stress for your hormone health - Maintaining a healthy vaginal microbiome as you age - Mood symptoms during menopause - Adaptogenic herbs that balance hormones - Castor oil packs for liver support Check out Leslie’s free supplement guide at https://www.agelessbeauty.life

Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross is an internationally known author, speaker, expert, and pioneer of intergenerational trauma's effect on one's body, brain, and beliefs. A graduate of Andrew Weil’s Fellowship Program in Integrative Medicine, Dr. Ross is the CEO of The Anchor Program™, online coaching for food and body image issues including binge eating, substance use disorder, and emotional stress-eating. The former head of the eating disorder program at internationally renowned Sierra Tucson, Dr. Ross is currently a consultant for United States treatment centers that want to include her unique integrative medicine approach to help clients recovering from eating disorders and substance use disorders. She is the author of three books, the most recent of which is The Food Addiction Recovery Workbook.  Key Topics: - What is intergenerational trauma and what does the current research tell us? - The impact of trauma on the HPA axis - How childhood adversity impacts adulthood - Trauma doesn’t change DNA, but it can change its expression - Racial trauma and the impact on future generations - Toxic stress versus chronic stress - The Anchor Program and how Dr. Ross’ clients move from addiction to recovery Learn more about Dr. Ross’ work at https://www.anchorprogram.com/ OR https://carolynrossmd.com/ Thanks to our sponsor: Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to Everyplate.com/podcast and entering the code spark149.

The CDC reported that three out of five teen girls experienced persistent feelings of hopelessness in 2021. There are many things contributing to adolescent hopelessness, and while there are differences between the world of today and the world when Erin Kerry was diagnosed, the treatment options haven’t changed. The treatment options available in the 90s are the same being offered today, 30 years later: medication and therapy. Unfortunately, those limited options are not treating the root of the issue, and in some cases, may make things worse. Erin created a list of contributing root causes to her depression from the functional medicine lens, in hopes that it will help someone take a closer look at potential factor that are not being offered through traditional treatment. This information is not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure, and does not take the place of medical advice given by a practitioner. Key Topics: - How the oral birth control pill may increase depression - How antidepressants increase the risk of depression and suicidality in some teens and adults - Toxic thoughts and the impact of low self-esteem on physical health - The way antibiotics contribute to mental health issues - Unresolved trauma and how talk therapy rarely makes a dent in healing it - Overly processed foods and what they do to neurotransmitter function - How exercise continues to be the most powerful tool for mental health in the research Plus, other root causes and a call for parents and medical practitioners to fight for these teens! For research articles that contributed to this episode, please see the condensed article version at sparkingwholeness.com.

Dr. Alejandro Junger is a renowned cardiologist, functional medicine doctor, and the founder of the Clean Program, as well as a New York Times best-selling author. With decades of experience in medicine, Dr. Junger has dedicated his career to uncovering the root causes of complex health issues that often seem unrelated. His journey began with a profound intuition that a deeper understanding was needed, leading him to explore the intricate connections between Eastern and Western medicine, as well as ancient wisdom and modern science. Key Topics: - Dr. Junger’s personal story of struggling with depression and how he found functional medicine - The heart-gut connection you should learn about - The interconnections of neurons in the gut, heart, and brain - Cholesterol myth busting: what we really should look for - The stress-gut connection - How trauma plays a role in gut health - Dr. Junger’s clean program and the purpose behind it Learn more about Dr. Junger and purchase his clean program at cleanprogram.com. Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Preorder Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

Tamara Rosier, Ph.D., is the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, where she and her staff work with individuals with ADHD (and their families) to learn strategies and develop new skills to live effectively with ADHD. Dr. Rosier is also the president of the ADHD Coaches Organization. She is the author of Your Brain’s Not Broken. She is a popular conference and keynote speaker is a frequent guest on podcasts and has published numerous articles about living with ADHD. This episode is dedicated the busting the myths of ADHD and how ADHD impacts the everyday functioning of those who have it. Key Topics: - What is ADHD? - What makes the brain of a person with ADHD different - How the concept of time is different for ADHD - How to use your hyperfixation as a benefit - Does everyone with ADHD have hyperactivity? - How to make the mundane tasks easier to do - The reverse sleep cycle with ADHD - How to handle habits and short term memory setbacks - Increasing self-awareness with ADHD - The importance of accurately diagnosing Find her book, Your Brain’s Not Broken, wherever you get books or at her website, tamararosier.com.

Sandra Beck is the founder of Beck Multimedia and the host of many popular podcasts, including Motherhood Talk Radio. Linda Kreter is the host of Wise Health for Women Radio. In this simulcast episode, we give you practical tools to help you focus and get more things done! Whether you are a stay at home mom, working mom, elder caregiver, empty nester, or single, you will learn various tips to help make the stress of everyday life more manageable. Key Topics: - How to use a timer for tasks - The OHIO method for cleaning up - Breathing and transition breaks - Nature benefits

Meg Gerber is a Functional Medicine Dietitian, best-selling author, and the founder of Grounded Nourishment. Meg specializes in working with individuals who struggle with cognitive digestive issues. Through her own journey of digestive struggles and autoimmunity, Meg has learned the power of being in your body and listening to its needs. Her #1 bestselling cookbook is available for purchase on Amazon. Key Topics: - Meg’s journey with the diagnosis of celiac disease and going gluten free - How stress impacts digestive health - The process of digestion - The deal with gluten today - The problem with glyphosate and the gut - How to know if you have gluten issues - Ideas for going gluten free and gluten free bread that tastes good! Learn more about Meg at groundednourish.com Thanks to our sponsor: Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to everyplate.com/podcast and entering the promo code spark149

Justin Ternes is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Mental/Emotional Health Coach, Breathwork Facilitator and Human Performance Optimizer. His work is centered on three main pillars: psychophysiology, pain science and breathwork.  Dr. Ternes is passionate about helping every patient/client address their physical and/or emotional pain, distress and life limitations in order to find long-term health and fulfilling quality of life. In his spare time he studies and practices a variety of mind-body approaches so he can continually learn new ways to help patients holistically create physical and mental resiliency.  He regularly hosts Men's Mental & Social Health Workshops, as well as Holistic Breathwork Retreats. Residing in San Diego, CA, Justin is a nature-lover, community builder, and passionate teacher of his work. Key topics: - How Dr. Ternes got into the mind-body connection - How breath impacts the nervous system - for better or worse - Why taping your mouth shut can benefit your health - Using breathwork to become more kind/body aware - How men are disconnected from emotions and overly connected to stress - The association with chronic pain and negative emotions Follow Dr. Justin at trueself.health on Instagram.

Eli Weinstein is a Social Work therapist (LCSW )who has worked in a psych hospital, intense outpatient clinic and currently runs his own private practice in NY + NV. He created ELIvation, The Dude Therapist Podcast and became a therapist to fill a need and create a modern outlook on mental health to create a more digestible and relatable view on mental health to help those in struggling times and add some extra inspiration and motivation into everyday life. Eli has been featured on Kelly Clarkson show, The Trauma Therapist, Mimosas With Moms, Holding Space, Breaking Taboo, Therapy Thoughts w/ Tiffany Roe and on multiple podcast ranging from parenting, relationships, mental health and infertility In this episode, we cover the topic of parenting in the modern age, how to connect emotionally with our kids instead of stressing them out, and how to be a calm and connected parent. Key Topics: - How parenting advice has changed over the years - How to look at the context of the situation for each individual child - Nervous system regulation for parents and kids - How to stay away from comparing parenting styles - Myths of connected parenting - How to be on the same page with your partner in parenting Find Eli on Instagram at @eliweinstein_lcsw, check out with podcast The Dude Therapist or work with him at www.eliweinsteinlcsw.com.

Jono James is the inventor and CEO of Odin Ice Baths. Jono was born with Cystic Fibrosis, a terminal illness that affects his lungs and other vital organs. When he was first diagnosed, doctors told his parents he had less than 10 years to live. Fortunately, his parents didn’t accept that prognosis and thanks to their unwavering commitment to keep him alive, he is now 34 years old and never been healthier. Jono started experimenting with different treatments and therapies when he was 14 years old because he was acutely aware of the fact that he might only have five years to live. After trying more than 150 different therapies and treatments he finally discovered the therapeutic benefits of saunas and eventually ice baths, and hasn’t looked back since. Unfortunately, like many other people, he noticed that there weren’t a lot of good quality, affordable ice baths on the market, so that’s when he decided to make his own. Hence the birth of the Odin. Key Topics: - Jono’s personal story and his health journey with Cystic Fibrosis - The many benefits of sauna and cold therapy - Why Jono launched his own ice bath company - How to do cold therapy the right way - The mental and physical benefits of a cold plunge Learn more bout Odin Ice Baths at odinplunge.com

Alexander Martinez is the CEO and Co-Founder of Intrinsic Medicine and a former Silicon Valley corporate lawyer turned biotechnology entrepreneur. His thorough understanding of the industry and areas for improvement, in parallel with his own patient journey, inspired him to make a public health impact and seek novel medicines for broad patient populations that have been previously underserved by the traditional pharmaceutical industry. Intrinsic Medicine is a therapeutics company leveraging human milk biology to transform irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other Gut-Brain Axis (GBA) disorders. Key Topics: - The gut microbiome and ecosystem of bacteria that lives there - How our understanding of “bad bacteria” is changing - Germ theory and the harm of overusing antibiotics - The gut-brain connection and understanding the vagus nerve - How the microbiome modulates genetics - How the gut lining is broken down by physical and emotional stress - New treatments for IBS and other gut-brain issues using human milk oligosaccharides - Ways to improve your microbiome now Learn more about these new gut health developments at intrinsicmedicine.com

Sally K. Norton, MPH holds a nutrition degree from Cornell University and a master’s degree in Public Health. Her path to becoming a leading expert on dietary oxalate includes a prior career working at major medical schools in medical education and public health research. Her personal healing experience inspired years of research that led to her forthcoming book, Toxic Superfoods, which was released on December 27 everywhere books are sold.  As a leading expert on oxalates in food, Sally’s work has been featured by podcasters, radio shows, and several online and print journals. In this episode, we discuss the research behind oxalate overload, the problems with promoting superfoods that contain these toxins, and how to learn to start your own low oxalate journey. Key Topics: - What are oxalates and why are they so bad? - What oxalates are in which foods? - How can you know you’re having issues with oxalates? - The gut health connection to the toxicity in these superfoods - The way oxalates deplete your body of nutrients - How to taper off oxalates - What foods to include to start to feel better now Learn more about Sally and her book at sallyknorton.com/toxic_superfoods/

Jake Eagle, LPC, is a psychotherapist, mindfulness instructor, fellow/member/trainer of the International Association of Neuro‑Linguistic Programming. After thirty years in private practice, he now works part-time as a meta-therapist, working with people who want to go beyond the bounds of traditional therapy. He is co author of the new book, THE POWER OF AWE: Overcome Burnout & Anxiety, Ease Chronic Pain, Find Clarity & Purpose—In Less Than 1 Minute Per Day Key Topics: - The three levels of consciousness model Jake uses as a meta-therapist - The premise of the new book, The Power of Awe - The one question you should ask yourself every morning - The scientific research done for this awe method using frontline workers in the pandemic - How to enter a state of awe at home - How to reduce depression by 24% in 21 days - The way awe reduces inflammation and improves vagal tone To learn more and get the book, go to thepowerofawe.com or the new page, Moments of Awe. Sponsor: proven, quality sleep is life changing sleep. Find new offers at sleepnumber.com/wholeness

Happy new year! It's the time of year when people are setting goals, creating self-improvement plans, and looking forward to change that sticks. As a health coach, I know that creating changes that stick have to do with small, sustainable habits. In this episode, I break down the five things I'm going to be doing for my mental, spiritual, and physical health this year. Contact me for one on one coaching or upcoming programs at sparkingwholeness.com. For the three day reset kit mentioned in the episode, head to plexusworldwide.com/erinkerry

Dr. Michelle Jorgensen is an author, speaker, teacher, biologic/holistic dentist, and health and wellness provider. After practicing traditional dentistry for 10 years, Michelle became very sick. Through her own path to return to health, she discovered she had mercury poisoning from drilling out mercury fillings for her patients. This path led her to discover ways to improve her family’s and her own health in all facets of life. She found answers in the kitchen, in the garden, and at home. She has found what it takes to live well in today’s world, and now with her book, Living Well with Dr. Michelle, she wants to share those ways to Live Well with you. Key Topics: - Dr. Michelle’s journey with mercury toxicity and removal - How mercury toxicity impacts people] - How to find an optimal detoxification protocol - Dr. Michelle’s cell well model for helping the body heal - The four things every cell needs for health - Remineralization and why mineral loss from purified water is a problem - Choosing the right mouthwash - Airway issues and sleep apnea - How to know where to start with your health Work with Dr. Michelle at totalcaredental.com Grab her book at livingwellbook.com Learn more about her at livingwellwithdrmichelle.com Join Erin’s monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Preorder Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/

Dr. Nicole Avena is an Associate Professor of Neuroscience at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, and a Visiting Professor of Health Psychology at Princeton University. She graduated from Princeton University with her PhD in Neuroscience and Psychology, and completed her postdoctoral fellowship in molecular biology at Rockefeller University in NYC. She is a research neuroscientist and expert in the fields of nutrition, diet and addiction, with a special focus on nutrition during early life and pregnancy, and women’s health. Her research achievements have been honored by awards from several groups including the New York Academy of Sciences, the American Psychological Association, and the National Institute on Drug Abuse. In addition to over 100 peer-reviewed scholarly publications, Dr. Avena has written several books, including What to Eat When You’re Pregnant, What to Feed Your Baby and Toddler and What to Eat When You Want to Get Pregnant. She has the #2 most watched TED-ED Health talk, How Sugar Affects Your Brain, with over 13 million views and counting. Key Topics: - Why is sugar bad for you? - How sugar affects a developing brain - The addictive properties and the way the brain adapts to more and more - Withdrawal symptoms of quitting sugar - What the science says about the argument that sugar isn’t addictive - Practical ways to reduce sugar intake - Artificial sweeteners and the affect on the brain - How to read labels for hidden sugar - How to have a healthier relationship with sugar Learn more about Dr. Nicole and get her new book, Sugarless, on DrNicoleavena.com. Follow her on Instagram @drnicoleavena

Dr. Nicole Beurkens is a leading holistic child psychologist, as a licensed clinical psychologist with advanced degrees in psychology, education, and nutrition. She has dedicated her 25-year career to providing parents with research-based strategies that get to the root of children’s attention, anxiety, mood, and behavior challenges so they can reach their highest potential. She founded and runs a multi-disciplinary evaluation and treatment clinic in Grand Rapids, MI, and is a best-selling author, published researcher, award-winning therapist, media expert, scientific advisor, and experienced mother of four. Key Topics: - the connection between mental health and physical health in kids - The impact of adult stress on kids’ stress - Basics of bedtime and sleep hygiene - Why kids shouldn’t have electronic devices in their bedrooms - Nutrition and kids’ mental health - How to model good nutrient dense practices with kids - Swaps for healthier family eating - The power of connection Learn more about Dr. Nicole at DrBeurkens.com and Instagram at @drnicolebeurkens

Sandra Beck is owner of Beck Multimedia and Motherhood Incorporated. She is the host of Military Mom Talk Radio, Motherhood Talk Radio, and Coach Talk Radio. In this episode, Sandra and Erin discuss how stress impacts our physical health and ways to manage the constant load. Key Topics: - How stress manifests in our lives - The distinction between what is urgent/important/emergency - When stress becomes normal - How our thoughts impact stress - Finding breaks to breathe and manage stress - How to tell if you are chronically stressed and to check in with yourself