Explore every episode of the podcast The GetWellBe Podcast
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| Maternity leave update: sleep and mental health, habit formation and community, and more! | 08 Feb 2024 | 00:10:47 | |
This is a between-seasons bonus episode in which I share two major insights I've had in the past few months while on maternity leave. Topics include how much sleep we really need, sleep tracking, the relationship between sleep deprivation and mental health and immune system strength, as well as the impact of our homo sapien roots and being part of a community on motivation and habit change and formation. Any new updates will be in my newsletter and on Instagram during maternity leave so make sure you're on the list! xx Adrienne https://getwellbe.com/subscribe/ | |||
| My Birth Experience | 13 Nov 2023 | 00:20:09 | |
I'm currently 9 weeks postpartum and I recorded a between-seasons bonus episode detailing my labor, delivery, and postpartum experience. The good, the bad and the ugly. I'm active on my newsletter and Instagram during maternity leave so keep up with me there! xx Adrienne https://getwellbe.com/subscribe/ | |||
| Donna Jackson Nakazawa on the Link Between Stress, Emotion, and Immunity | 08 May 2023 | 01:05:13 | |
Donna Jackson Nakazawa is an acclaimed science writer who loved to tackle complex problems with big implications for people's everyday life and health. In this interview, she explains one of the biggest and most exciting of these topics: the field of psycho neuroimmunology, of the interplay between our brain, our stress response, and our immune system. Listen to the interview to learn how difficult childhood events shape our stress response for life, why the brain has its own immune system and what this has to do with our body's immune system, why emotional or social threats can have a serious impact on physical health, how early childhood experiences can contribute to autoimmune disease later in life, and much more. Join the conversation at the written version of the article here: https://getwellbe.com/psycho-neuroimmunology-donna-jackson-nakazawa | |||
| Guide to Natural Antivirals: Antiviral Herbs and Other Natural Virus Killers - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 24 Mar 2020 | 00:17:44 | |
The entire world’s focus seems to be on one thing right now: the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. This laser focus is definitely merited, given the global scale of the pandemic and its rapid spread. With this attention, there's been a lot of talk (and misinformation) about how to kill viruses, how they differ from bacteria, and why the things that kill one don't kill the other. In this brand-new guide, we dive into this topic, and give you actionable advice on how you can naturally strengthen your ability to kill off viruses. Listen to find out:
You can also read the guide here: https://getwellbe.com/guides/antiviral-herbs-natural-antivirals/ Do you already incorporate any of these natural virus killers into your life? Tell us in the comments on the article page! xx Adrienne + Team WellBe | |||
| How to Improve Your Brain with Dr. David Perlmutter - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 17 Mar 2020 | 00:46:56 | |
You know what the smart, healthy thing to do is — but sometimes, it just feels impossible to make the healthy choice. Well, according to functional neurologist Dr. David Perlmutter, that's not your fault at all. His research actually shows that our modern lifestyles are physically rewiring our brains, making it more difficult to make good choices!
In his interview with WellBe, Dr. Perlmutter shares his expert insights on this phenomenon, as well as actionable tips on how to improve your brain. Listen to find out:
You can also read or watch Dr. David Perlmutter's interview here: https://getwellbe.com/changemakers/david-perlmutter-how-to-improve-your-brain/
Which of Dr. Perlmutter’s 8 steps to improving your brain do you find the most challenging? Why? Tell us in the comments on the article page! xx Adrienne + Team WellBe | |||
| How to Choose the Best Birth Control with the Least Side Effects - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 10 Mar 2020 | 00:17:23 | |
If you’re sexually active and not currently interested in raising a child (or having more children!), you definitely want an effective form of contraception. There are a dizzying array of options, from good-old condoms to a new natural family planning app, but more and more we are realizing that many of them come with a downside for our health. In this episode of the podcast, we break down the important health info about all your different options, to help you find the best birth control with the least side effects. Listen to learn the long-term side effects of birth control pills, as well as these other contraceptive options:
You can also read our guide on getwellbe.com: https://getwellbe.com/guides/best-birth-control-with-the-least-side-effects/ xx Adrienne + Team WellBe | |||
| How to Improve Gut Health Naturally with Dr. Vincent Pedre - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 03 Mar 2020 | 00:59:42 | |
When Dr. Vincent Pedre went to med school, gut health wasn't really talked about. But after his own health journey led him to discover the importance of the gut microbiome for overall health, he decided to specialize in the topic. Today, he's one of the foremost experts on gut health, helping people heal their guts to treat a huge range of chronic diseases and symptoms. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Pedre shares his professional and personal journey, as well as his expert insights on gut health. Listen to our interview to learn:
You can also read the interview on getwellbe.com: https://getwellbe.com/changemakers/dr-vincent-pedre-importance-of-gut-health/ What have you done to improve your gut health? Tell us in the comments on the article page!
xx Adrienne + Team WellBe | |||
| Season Finale: WellBe Health News Wrap-Up for December 2019 + January 2020 - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 04 Feb 2020 | 00:28:17 | |
It's that time again! Trying to stay on top of wellness and health news and research can be overwhelming. It's a lot to digest (pun intended) and read thoroughly. We saved you the trouble. We looked through dozens of studies and here are the 7 things you really need to know for your health from December 2019 and January 2020, WellBe-style. Topics include:
...and much more! You can also read the full version on getwellbe.com: https://getwellbe.com/health-news-research/december-2019-january-2020-wellness-news/ Which of these stories stands out the most to you and why? Tell us in the comments on the article page!
xx Adrienne & Team WellBe
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| Supplements 101 with Dr. Will Cole - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 28 Jan 2020 | 00:50:30 | |
Dr. Will Cole has been eating raw food and drinking adaptogenic tonics since he was a little kid growing up in Pittsburgh (when the wellness movement was definitely not a thing yet). Today, he's parlayed that interest in wellness into a career as an acclaimed functional medicine practitioner who helps people around the world resolve a whole host of health issues, from autoimmune conditions to digestive disorders and beyond. In this episode of the podcast, Cole shares his journey with Adrienne, and we tap into his expertise about dietary supplements, learning tons of helpful and actionable information on the topic. Listen to learn:
You can also read or watch Dr. Will Cole's interview here: https://getwellbe.com/changemakers/will-cole-benefits-of-dietary-supplements/ Do you take supplements? What benefits do you see? Tell us in the comments on the article page! xx Adrienne + Team WellBe | |||
| What Actually IS Inflammation, and How Can You Prevent It? - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 14 Jan 2020 | 00:18:06 | |
You hear a LOT about inflammation in the wellness space. But what you don't hear is much explanation about what, exactly, inflammation really is. Is it always bad? Why does it happen? And how can you prevent it? In this week's episode of the podcast, we answer all those questions and more. Listen to learn about the two different types of inflammation and what causes each (hint: one kind is actually good for your health; the other, not so much), what symptoms to look out for to know if you're experiencing an inflammatory response, how inflammation relates to chronic disease, what lifestyle factors impact inflammation, the 14 best foods for fighting inflammation, and much more. You can also read more about inflammation on getwellbe.com: https://getwellbe.com/guides/inflammation-basics/ https://getwellbe.com/guides/foods-fight-inflammation/ And in case you missed it, registration for the WellBe Spark Health Program is now open!! It will only be offered one time this year, and registration closes on 1/21, so if you're at all interested, jump on it! Learn more and register here: https://getwellbe.com/spark-health-program/#enroll xx Adrienne + Team WellBe | |||
| Why Resolutions Don't Work + The 5 Things You Need to Succeed at Making Changes - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 07 Jan 2020 | 00:15:19 | |
We're one week into 2020, and a lot of us have been working hard on sticking to our resolutions for the new year. But even a few days in, it's pretty likely that you've encountered a few obstacles or had a few slip-ups. This is 100% normal and part of being human! What matters is making sure you have everything you need to succeed in the long-term. So in this week's episode, we're looking at the 5 things you need to make your goals into a reality and make healthy lifestyle changes that actually stick. Listen now to learn what specific action increases your chance of success to 95%, how Instagram influencers can actually sabotage your progress, and much more. You can also read the written version of this episode here: https://getwellbe.com/guides/healthy-lifestyle-changes-spark-health/ PLUS — registration for the Spark Health Program opened TODAY, January 7! After months and months of work and telling you guys about the program, we're so excited to finally give you the opportunity to sign up. If you haven't already, register here before registration closes and claim your spot!): https://getwellbe.com/spark-health-program/#enroll xx Adrienne + Team WellBe | |||
| 8 Ways to Optimize Your Health in 60 Days or Less - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 02 Jan 2020 | 00:15:52 | |
Happy New Year! Can you believe we're in 2020? With a new year just begun, many of us are making resolutions and setting goals for the weeks and months ahead. After all, the start of a new year (and DECADE) offers an incredible opportunity for making positive changes. So this week on the podcast, we're talking about how you can make real, concrete changes that let you become the healthiest version of you and live your best possible life. Specifically, we'll be discussing the 8 specific areas you need to focus on to improve your short- and long-term health and make real, lasting changes. Listen now to learn the 8 essential things to focus on to make 2020 your best year ever!! You can also get a downloadable version of our 8-point checklist, which you can print out or screenshot and use as a reference to keep you on track. Access and download it here: https://getwellbe.com/optimizeyourhealth xx Adrienne + Team WellBe P.S. We're just FIVE DAYS away from registration for the WellBe Spark Health Program! Join the VIP waitlist now to get early access to the limited spots available: https://getwellbe.com/spark-health-program/ | |||
| The 10 Most Impactful Changes I Made for My Health in 2019 - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 17 Dec 2019 | 00:18:34 | |
Each December, I make a point of reflecting on the health changes I made throughout the year and identifying the ones that made a difference for my health. This week on the podcast, I'm sharing the 10 changes I made in 2019 that had the most significant impact on my health. | |||
| How Star Athlete Kelli Tennant Healed her Fibromyalgia | 24 Apr 2023 | 00:35:50 | |
Kelli Tennant was in the best shape of her life, playing volleyball as a D-1 athlete when suddenly her body completely broke down — numbness, nerve pain, extreme fatigue. She was diagnosed with fibromyalgia and told she would never play sports again. Over the course of the next 13 years, she went on an incredible healing journey that led her to uncover several root cause conditions and find lasting health. Listen to learn why she decided to abandon conventional treatment for a more integrative approach, what lifestyle changes she made to reverse her symptoms, the role emotional trauma played in her healing, and much more. Join the conversation at the written version of the article here: https://getwellbe.com/kelli-tennant-fibromyalgia/ | |||
| The WellBe Wrap-Up: The Top 7 Health & Wellness News Stories from October + November 2019 - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 11 Dec 2019 | 00:30:59 | |
There are a lot of studies that come out related to wellness and the industries that touch it, some of which have a huge impact on our health. It's a lot to digest and read thoroughly. We saved you the trouble, and read through dozens of news articles and research to find the 7 most important pieces of health and wellness news from October + November 2019. Topics include EPA rollbacks of water protections, tons of news on baby health (including a link between C-sections and autism), the effect of optimism on heart health, the relationship between hysterectomies and depression, a proposal for new wellness programs from the Trump administration, updates on several Johnson & Jonson lawsuits, how exercise impacts your Alzheimer's risk, and more. Or read the article on getwellbe.com: https://getwellbe.com/health-news-research/wellness-news-october-november-2019/ Which of these stories stands out the most to you and why? Tell us in the comments on the article page! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe p.s. Learn more about the WellBe Spark Health Program here, our 1-hour a week research-backed take action program to clean up your home and daily habits to improve your short and long term health https://getwellbe.com/spark-health-program/ | |||
| Foods for Immunity: How to Eat for Your Health This Cold Season - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 04 Dec 2019 | 00:15:52 | |
With holiday travel and winter weather upon us, it’s the time of year when everyone seems to be coming down with something. To help you protect yourself against viruses and stay healthy through the holidays (and all winter long), we looked at what you can do to dramatically improve your immunity — and, as you probably won’t be surprised to hear, the biggest factor when it comes to your immune system is diet. In this week’s episode of the podcast, you’ll hear insights from a panel of experts (including Dr. Vincent Pedre and Maria Marlowe) on what to eat to keep yourself well. Download and listen now to learn: What are the best and worst foods for immunity, the role that the gut plays in your immune system, what Ayurveda says about eating for immunity, and much more! Or watch/read the article on getwellbe.com: https://getwellbe.com/guides/foods-that-boost-immunity/ What are your favorite immunity-boosting foods? Tell us in the comments on the article page! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe P.S. Don't miss the 48-hour flash sale for the WellBe Spark Health Program! Until Thursday, we're releasing a limited number of spots at a super discounted price (plus some special bonuses). Head to the program page to snag one of the spots before they run out! https://getwellbe.com/spark-health-program/ | |||
| Science of Gratitude + James Maskell Interview, Functional Medicine Expert - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 26 Nov 2019 | 00:28:53 | |
This week on the podcast, I'm sharing some personal musings and research on the power of gratitude for improving your health and life. Then we're also sharing our interview with functional medicine expert James Maskell. Maskell is a true pioneer in the world of functional medicine — he’s the founder of Evolution of Medicine, the Functional Forum (the largest community of integrative and functional medicine doctors and practitioners), and kNew Health. In the conversation with James, we discuss:
Or watch/read the interview here: https://getwellbe.com/changemakers/james-maskell-functional-medicine/ Do you see a functional medicine doctor? If so, what do you get out of their practice that you don't see from conventional doctors? Tell us in the comments on the article page! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe P.S. Don't forget that the WellBe Spark Health Program https://getwellbe.com/spark-health-program registration starts in January 2020! The program has 8 incredibly powerful modules for creating healthy lifestyle changes that last, including individualized recommendations from the WellBe team for practitioners, like functional medicine doctors! Get on the VIP notification list now to get special offers, discounts, and access to our limited spots! | |||
| Detoxing Your Home and Car: Natural Air Fresheners and Non-Toxic Cleaning Products - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan Smith (getwellbe) | 19 Nov 2019 | 00:15:52 | |
In our brand-new guide to detoxing your home and car, we give you all the info you need to keep your home clean without putting you or your loved ones at risk. Listen to find out:
Or watch/read the interview on getwellbe.com: https://getwellbe.com/guides/non-toxic-cleaning-products-diy-cleaning-products/ What are your favorite non-toxic cleaning products or non-toxic cleaning tips? Share them in the comments on the article page! xx Adrienne and Team WellBe P.S. Don't forget that registration for the Spark Health Program starts in January 2020! In it, our team will give you hands-on guidance and to swap out all your harmful cleaning products for non-toxic ones, plus much more. Get on the VIP notification list now to get special offers, discounts, and access to our limited spots. | |||
| Ken Cook, CEO of Environmental Working Group (EWG) on How to Reduce Your Toxic Burden - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 12 Nov 2019 | 01:07:15 | |
If you follow the news, you know that we don’t exactly live in a time when tons of environmental regulations are being passed. That means that it falls to each and every one of us to do what we can to protect ourselves from the harmful chemicals floating out there in our air, water, food, cleaning products, and more. Fortunately, the Environmental Working Group makes doing that so much easier, with tons of research and searchable databases aimed at keeping consumers safe.
Or watch / read the interview here: https://getwellbe.com/changemakers/ken-cook-protecting-yourself-from-harmful-chemicals/ If you have any questions for Ken or do you use EWG as a reference when looking for clean products? What’s your go-to database? Tell us in the comments on the article page! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe p.s. Don't forget that the WellBe Spark Health Program registration opens in Jan 2020 in which we'll be helping you make all of the changes Ken talks about in a fast, actionable, customized way with lots of support from our team! Get on the VIP notification list now to get special offers, discounts, and access to our limited spots. | |||
| The Different Types of Mental Health Professionals & Types of Therapy - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 05 Nov 2019 | 00:24:47 | |
Our mental health has a major impact on our physical health, but addressing mental health is a huge endeavor, and there are tons of different routes you can take, which makes it intimidating to many of us. So in our latest episode, I break down the different types of psychological therapy and types of mental health professionals, to help you understand which approach is right for you.
We learned a lot from this research and we know you will too! | |||
| Tara Foley of Follain on Why Clean Skincare & Makeup is Crucial for Good Health - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 29 Oct 2019 | 00:41:28 | |
When CEO and Founder of Follain, Tara Foley, first became concerned with wellness, she focused on the things that get the most attention: food, exercise, mindfulness. But before long, another aspect of wellness, one that wasn’t getting any attention at all, began to capture her attention: clean beauty. As she became more aware of the harmful ingredients in conventional skincare products, and the lack of any conversation around it, she realized that there was a huge hole in the non-toxic skincare space.
Read/watch the written and video version here: http://bit.ly/2MUIcWY | |||
| I Found a Potentially Cancerous Breast Lump and Here is Everything That Happened Next - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 22 Oct 2019 | 00:15:29 | |
This week’s episode is a pretty personal one for me. In it, I’m sharing a story about my experience finding a lump in my breast and then having a somewhat terrifying radiologist visit where I got an abnormal ultrasound that required a biopsy. I had a lot of tough decisions to make and ultimately learned new things about my body and my health, was able to connect the dots between this issue and other health issues I'd had, got conflicting opinions from different doctors and got caught up in the insurance vs. out of pocket care dilemma. It was an intense thing to go through, but it taught me so much about our healthcare system and my own health, and I wanted to share that with you. You can read the written version of the episode here on getwellbe.com: http://bit.ly/2J9TtAh I’d love to hear your own stories and takeaways from any health scares — share them with me in the comments of the article! xx Adrienne p.s. Are you going through the WellBe Spark Health Program with me in January? https://getwellbe.com/spark-health-program/ I've never been so excited to help you with these things in my life so I hope so! | |||
| Healing SIBO & Improving Hashimoto's Thyroiditis with author and blogger Phoebe Lapine - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 15 Oct 2019 | 00:38:15 | |
When Phoebe Lapine was diagnosed with debilitating Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis (an autoimmune thyroid condition) right after college, it totally transformed her life. After being told that she’d be on medication for the rest of her life, she found a functional doctor who set her on a path to finding a more holistic way to heal — but this approach didn’t sit well with her either. There were too many rules, too many things to keep track of, too much clutter in her brain, and so Lapine set off on a year-long journey of reflection and working on one lifestyle change at a time, and was able to reduce her Hashimoto’s disease symptoms. Less than nine months later, she got small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (aka SIBO) and began a totally new chapter of her health journey. She has documented her health journey with one (and soon to be two) books, a podcast, and a blog, and is now sharing her story with WellBe. Listen to this episode to find out:
Read/watch the interview here https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/phoebe-lapine-hashimotos-disease-symptoms-healing-sibo/ Have you had either Hashimoto's or SIBO? Or have any other questions you want answered about either condition? Let us know in the comments on the article page! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe p.s. Don't forget our free gift while you're there! | |||
| Healing Rheumatoid Arthritis: Celebrity Chef Seamus Mullen's Story - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 08 Oct 2019 | 00:41:17 | |
Award-winning chef, author and the host of the Goop Fellas Podcast, Seamus Mullen made a name for himself with New York restaurants like Tertulia and El Colmado, as well as the books Hero Food and Real Food Heals. But early in his career, he never would have foreseen such success. He felt awful all the time, was eventually diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and was told that he would likely be in a wheelchair by age 45. But overcoming his diagnosis to become a successful chef and wellness pioneer wasn’t easy. Listen to this episode to learn how Seamus eventually healed, how he'd been living his life pre-diagnosis, discovering the healing power of food and finding the best diet for rheumatoid arthritis, his can't-miss daily wellness practice and the doctor and mindset that changed everything. Watch or read our article instead: https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/seamus-mullen-best-diet-for-rheumatoid-arthritis/ While you're there be sure to become a WellBe Insider and get our latest content when it drops, special offers, big announcements, and special notes I don't share anywhere else. xx Adrienne & Team WellBe | |||
| Health News Wrap-Up for January - March 2023 | 10 Apr 2023 | 00:22:59 | |
It's that time again! We're here with our first health & wellness news wrap-up of 2023, and it's full of important and impactful news stories, research breakthroughs, and other tidbits that have an impact on your short- and long-term health. Listen to learn about why Lunchables ended up in school cafeterias, which type of birth control is associated with breast cancer, exactly how psychedelics change a person's brain, why maternal death rates are at their highest in 60 years, and much more. Join the conversation at the written version of the article here: https://getwellbe.com/health-research-wrap-up-january-february-march-2023/ | |||
| Top 8 Health News & Research You Need to Know from August + September 2019: The WellBe Wrap-up - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 01 Oct 2019 | 00:28:29 | |
It's that time again! Trying to stay on top of wellness and health news and research can be overwhelming. It’s a lot to digest (pun intended). We saved you the trouble. We looked through over 40 studies and here are the 8 things you really need to know for your health from August and September 2019, WellBe-style. Topics include: Read the Wrap-up here: http://bit.ly/2mLeYj3 Check out the WellBe Spark Health Program here: https://getwellbe.com/spark-health-program/
xx Adrienne & Team WellBe | |||
| Testing 101: Everything You Need to Get and Why with Dr. Carrie Jones - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 24 Sep 2019 | 01:00:00 | |
You might think that it doesn’t really matter where you get your blood work done — a lab test is a lab test, right? But in this fascinating interview with naturopathic physician Dr. Carrie Jones, she explains why it actually matters a lot.
And much more! Read/watch (and leave a comment with any questions or your thoughts on the interview!) the interview here: https://getwellbe.com/changemakers/carrie-jones-types-of-laboratory-tests/ xx Adrienne & Team WellBe p.s. Did you miss our big announcement last week? Check out last week's episode or read about it here! https://getwellbe.com/spark-health-program/ | |||
| The Medical Medium Celery Juice Craze Explained - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 10 Sep 2019 | 00:16:59 | |
This week we're doing a new kind of episode. We're just created a WellBe Guide to the Medical Medium celery juice craze and decided to break it down for you as an episode. If you know anything about the wellness scene, then you’ve probably heard a lot of buzz around celery juice recently. Wellness influencers are posting about it all over Instagram, celebs are extolling its benefits, Goop is talking about how incredible it is, and almost all of them attribute their discovery of the wonder juice to someone called the Medical Medium. But the whole Medical Medium celery juice craze has us asking lots of questions, which we decided to investigate and then answer for you. In this episode you'll learn: What this celery juice trend is all about? Who is the Medical Medium? What does he claim drinking celery juice can do for your health? Is there any science behind any of it? How it relates to an Alkaline Diet? What is the WellBe takeaway? And while you're there don't forget to become a WellBe Insider, we're announcing something BIG in the next few weeks in our newsletter and we wouldn't want you to miss it! Plus you'll get access to special offers, our latest content when it drops and other big announcements. xx Adrienne & Team WellBe | |||
| How Psychiatrist Dr. Kelly Brogan, MD Prescribes No Drugs and Heals - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 03 Sep 2019 | 00:52:14 | |
Dr. Kelly Brogan was a conventional psychiatrist for many years and spent much of her career prescribing medications to help treat her patients’ conditions. Today, she’s a pioneer in the field of holistic psychiatry and is one of the few known psychiatrists who takes a non-pharmaceutical approach to mental illness. How she made that transition is a fascinating story, as is her totally unique process for working with patients. In this episode, Dr. Brogan shares how her own health scare took her for prescribing anti-depressants and other drugs daily to all her patients to prescribing none, a few cases of people she has seen heal using her holistic approach, the eye-opening research showing the issues with mental illness medications and conventional health research around mental illness and drug-based treatment, how she gets started treating patients, chronic inflammation caused by both physical and mental/emotional reasons, how she tapers people off medications and much, much more. Watch/read the interview here: https://getwellbe.com/changemakers/dr-kelly-brogan-holistic-psychiatry While you're there, be sure to become a WellBe Insider to hear big announcements (we have one coming soon!), receive special offers and get our latest content when it drops. And if you liked this episode, PLEASE write a quick review of our podcast and THANK YOU in advance! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe | |||
| Season Two Finale: Top 8 Health News & Research You Need to Know from June + July 2019: The WellBe Wrap-up - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 29 Jul 2019 | 00:28:48 | |
It's that time again! Trying to stay on top of wellness and health news and research can be overwhelming. It’s a lot to digest (pun intended). We saved you the trouble. We looked through over 40 studies and here are the 8 things you really need to know for your health from June and July 2019, WellBe-style. Topics include: 1. Processed Food Drives Weight Gain…And Americans Can’t Stop Eating It Read the written version (with links to all the studies) below: https://getwellbe.com/health-news-research/health-news-june-july-2019 Was anything in here shocking or upsetting or satisfying to you about all these pieces of news and research? Head to the above article on getwellbe.com and tell us in the comments! We're super excited about all the new interviews and episodes we have for you in September for season three of The WellBe Podcast! Have the most wonderful August! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe p.s. Don't forget to subscribe when you're on getwellbe.com to get all our latest content, big announcements and special offers in the WellBe newsletter! | |||
| Dr. Jill Blakeway Explains The Science Behind Energy Healing Techniques - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 23 Jul 2019 | 00:45:10 | |
Dr. Jill Blakeway is British-born, and grew up as a self-described “conventional” girl who once worked for the queen! But since those days, she’s forged quite an unconventional path for herself, becoming the first acupuncturist to give a TED Talk at TED Global, and standing at the forefront of energy healing therapy. Adrienne sat down with Jill to learn about her journey to becoming a doctor of Chinese medicine and practicing acupuncturist for over 25 years and the founder of the Yinova Center for herbs and acupuncture in New York City. In this interview Adrienne and Jill discuss:
Read/watch the written/video version here! https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/dr-jill-blakeway-explains-the-science-behind-energy-healing-techniques Do you have any more questions about energy medicine or your own experiences with energy healing? Tell us in the comments there! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe | |||
| Makeup Artist Joy Fennell on Healing Rheumatoid Arthritis Naturally with Diet - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 16 Jul 2019 | 00:13:50 | |
When Joy Fennell was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) back in 2008, the future looked bleak. The New York City-based makeup artist was only in her early 30s, but she suddenly found herself unable to lift her arms over her head or walk without a cane, and the only solution doctors offered was an intensive and side effect-laden drug regimen. After becoming nearly bedridden, she decided to take her health into her own hands and find another, drug-free, path to healing rheumatoid arthritis naturally.
The video/written version is here: https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/joy-fennell-rheumatoid-arthritis Did you heal RA? What did you do? I'd love to know, so leave a comment on the video/written version of the story on getwellbe.com. xx Adrienne & Team WellBe | |||
| How Mette Dyhrberg Healed 6 Autoimmune Diseases with Symptom Tracking - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 09 Jul 2019 | 00:15:36 | |
Mette Dyhrberg was 14 years old when she experienced her first autoimmune symptoms and was diagnosed with psoriasis. She noticed three red dots on her neck, then woke up the next day covered in them. This was the beginning of a decades-long struggle with autoimmune symptoms and chronic illness, which led to five more diagnoses, a ton of drug prescriptions including Humira, and, ultimately, the realization that she wasn’t far from death. At one point, she began losing her eyesight and couldn't walk upstairs without getting winded! That’s when she decided to take control of her treatment, find true health — and build the symptom-tracking app Mymee that helps others do the same. Listen to this incredible recovery story to hear how Mette started to put the pieces together from all these diseases and symptoms, why some of Mette’s friends had no idea she was suffering, how being a CEO influenced her approach to her illness and the role the healthcare system played in her journey. Have you experienced anything like Mette or uses tracking to reverse symptoms or illness? Go to the written and video version of this interview and tell me in the comments! https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/mymee-mette-autoimmune-disease xx Adrienne & Team WellBe p.s. Sign up to become a WellBe Insider while you're there to get all our latest content, big announcements and special offers we don't make anywhere else! www.getwellbe.com/subscribe | |||
| Dr. Robert Graham, MD on the Five Pillars of Health & Why Self Care is Part of His Practice - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 02 Jul 2019 | 00:16:44 | |
After growing up in Jackson Heights, Queens in New York City, Dr. Robert Graham went on to study internal medicine, public health, and integrative medicine at Harvard. After practicing at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, he saw that by combining the best of these approaches, he could give his patients truly holistic care. That’s why he founded FRESH Med in Brooklyn, NY, an integrative health center where patients are treated as a whole and the goal is to get to the root cause of health issues. In this interview, Dr. Graham talks about:
We think Dr. Graham is such a great guy, we're sure you'll agree! To read/watch this article click here: https://getwellbe.com/changemakers/dr-robert-graham-freshmed Let us know what you think of the interview on the interview article page in the comments and have a WONDERFUL 4th of July! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe p.s. Hang with us daily on Instagram www.instagram.com/getwellbe | |||
| My 20+ Year Journey with Scoliosis & Chronic Pain - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 25 Jun 2019 | 00:17:15 | |
June is National Scoliosis Awareness Month so I've decided to share my 20-year journey with Scoliosis and chronic pain. If you have chronic pain or scoliosis, I hope my experience and everything I've learned over the years can be interesting and helpful to you, or at the very least make you think a bit differently about the connections between pain in the body, things that have happened to you and the types of treatments you might try. In this episode I share:
Have you had any experiences like mine? How have you handled your pain? Please comment on the written version and let me know! And while you're there be sure to become a WellBe Insider to get all of our latest content, big announcements, and special offers weekly. | |||
| How Your Daily Coffee Affects Your Health | 20 Mar 2023 | 00:22:30 | |
If you're among the billions of people who drink coffee every day, you likely have a certain routine around it: how much you drink, what kind of beans you use, how you brew it, what you put in it, whether you drink decaf or regular, etc. But did you know that each one of those choices has an impact on both your long- and short-term health? We know, it's a lot to consider, especially before you've had your morning cup, so we broke it ALLLLL down in this in-depth guide. Listen to learn the health impact of caffeine, the 4 worst things to put in your coffee (and what to choose instead), which method of brewing to avoid at all costs, and much more. Join the conversation at the written version of the guide here: https://getwellbe.com/healthy-coffee-creamer-alternatives/ | |||
| Actress Jennifer Esposito was Sick with Celiac Disease Symptoms for 30 Years Before Being Diagnosed - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 18 Jun 2019 | 00:54:27 | |
Actress Jennifer Esposito spent 30 years dealing with mysterious health ailments including chronic sinus infections, mental illness symptoms, gut trouble, hair falling out, skin and nails coming off and allergies before she was finally diagnosed with celiac disease. In this clip, she tells the story of how her increasingly severe symptoms went undiagnosed, and the moment she knew she needed to take action and get to the root of her issues and then the long, hard but successful road to healing. In it, she discusses everything that happened before the diagnosis and all of her symptoms, how she finally found someone who ran the right tests, all of the tools she used to fully heal her badly damaged gut and mind, the functional medicine doctor who helped and everything she is now trying to teach others as a result of her experience. Watch or read the interview here: https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/jennifer-esposito-celiac-disease-diagnosis Did you have a similar misdiagnosis or experience with Celiac or another autoimmune condition? Let me know in the comments on the article page - I'd love to hear your story. This story is bonkers, I loved hearing it and I know you will too! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe p.s. Hang with us daily at www.instagram.com/getwellbe | |||
| Author & Health Coach Amie Valpone on her 10 Year Battle with Candida, SIBO, Edema, C. diff, Lyme, PCOS and more - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 11 Jun 2019 | 00:20:52 | |
Imagine gaining 40 pounds through the course of a single day. For Amie Valpone, a case of edema— swelling caused by excessive fluid trapped in the body’s tissues — started her on a medical journey that took 10 years to resolve. Amie went to top hospitals and doctors to try to figure out what was causing her legs to swell, but no one could pinpoint and resolve the issue. On top of that, her body would become inflamed when she ate and she was put on multiple antibiotics for a small intestinal bacterial overgrowth SIBO and candida. After you listen, don’t forget to scroll down and leave us a review, it helps others to find us so we can grow! Thank you in advance! You can also watch the video version of this interview here and let us know what you think in the comments! While you're there, of course, subscribe to our newsletter so you get all of our latest content when it drops and special offers and announcements we don't share anywhere else. https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/amie-valpone-eating-healthy-at-restaurants xx Adrienne & Team WellBe p.s. Want to hang with us daily? Find us on Instagram www.instagram.com/getwellbe | |||
| The Top 8 Health News and Research You Need to Know From April + May 2019: The WellBe Wrap-up - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 04 Jun 2019 | 00:22:23 | |
It's that time again! Trying to stay on top of wellness and health news and research can be overwhelming. It’s a lot to digest (pun intended). We saved you the trouble. Here are 8 things you need to know from April and May 2019, WellBe-style. 1. BCBS Report on Millennials Shows that Health Starts to Decline at Age 27 2. Infections During Childhood Linked to Eating Disorders During Adolescence 3. Lawsuit Accuses Poland Spring of Falsely Marketing Itself as “Spring Water” 4. Eating More Than a Half Pound of Meat Day Increases Risk of Early Death in Men 5. Government Action + Inaction Roundup! -EPA sided with Monsanto over claims that Roundup causes cancer, while a California jury awarded over $2 billion to a couple who claimed their cancer was caused by exposure to Roundup. -The FDA ordered manufacturers of vaginal mesh products to pull their merchandise from the shelves -The FDA also decided NOT to ban a type of breast implant linked to a rare cancer -The Trump administration is planning to replace many federal inspectors at hog plants with plant employees, at the same time as a new E. coli outbreak that has afflicted at least 196 people and has been traced back to ground beef. 6. Sitting for More than 13 Hours a Day Can Cause Metabolic Problems — Even If You Exercise 7. Whitening Strips May Do Serious Damage to Your Teeth 8. Advanced Paternal Age Can Have a Negative Impact on Baby (and Mama!) To dive further in and read the actual studies and reports, head to the written version of this wrap-up here: https://getwellbe.com/health-news-research/april-may-2019-health-news-research While you're there, let us know what shocked or affected you most about this news in the comments! And don't forget to subscribe to become a WellBe Insider to get the wrap-up in your inbox the next time it comes out! Oh and hang with us daily on Instagram :) www.instagram.com/getwellbe xx Adrienne and Team WellBe | |||
| The Story of My Mom's Suicide and Mental Illness (Schizoaffective Disorder) - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 28 May 2019 | 00:12:38 | |
May is mental health awareness month and also this May 16th would have been my mom’s 70th birthday. May is also the month of Mother’s Day and New York City –especially in Central Park which she just loved– bursts with color and life in May after a long, cold winter. All of this is to say that I’ve been thinking a lot about my mom the past few weeks and decided to share with you an updated version of her story. In it, I share about my mom's
The written version of this episode is here: https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/mental-health-patient-advocacy Have you had a similar experience with mental illness for yourself or a loved one? Please feel free to share it in the comments at the bottom of the article page. I know this stuff is deeply personal and traumatic but I believe only in all of us all sharing our truths, will real change and healing ever truly happen. xx Adrienne & Team WellBe For daily inspiration, follow on Instagram www.instagram.com/getwellbe | |||
| My Story of Chronic Lyme Disease Recovery: Adrienne Nolan-Smith, The WellBe Podcast (getwellbe) | 21 May 2019 | 00:14:49 | |
In honor of Lyme Disease Awareness month which is May, I’ve decided to share with you my story of Lyme and Lyme recovery. It’s one full of crazy treatments and ups and downs, but I know for many out there suffering and looking for answers, it might provide the hope or inspiration and certainly some ideas about treatments and things to try to heal. In this episode I discuss: -Lyme testing and diagnostics -Lyme symptoms -Standard/conventional Lyme treatment (antibiotics) and why it often doesn't heal people who then suffer from Chronic Lyme -The integrative treatments I did -Why different treatments will work on some people and not others -What my mom (who was my caregiver and advocate) taught me in my healing process -What I learned from the doctors and practitioners we saw To read and/or watch my story click here: https://getwellbe.com/adriennes-blog/adrienne-lyme-disease Tell me your Lyme story in the comments there, I'd love to hear it. Oh and be sure to become a WellBe Insider and get our latest content, big announcements, and special offers weekly! Oh and hang with us daily on Instagram www.instagram.com/getwellbe xx Adrienne & Team WellBe | |||
| Reversing a fibromyalgia diagnosis: The story of Kelli Tennant, former sports reporter and division I athlete | 14 May 2019 | 00:35:03 | |
Kelli Tennant began to get sick in 2005 and was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 2007 while playing competitive division I volleyball at USC. For five years, she believed she had fibromyalgia, until one day in 2012 she finally decided to go on a journey to figure out what was really wrong with her. What she found was remarkable. Listen to me (Adrienne) interview Kelli as she shares this inspiring tale of recovery. We discussed everything from the Autoimmune protocol to Aryuveda to sage-ing space, journaling, her experience being a “hot” sports reporter covering the LA Lakers and Dodgers, the Paleo diet, her functional medicine doctor, Ozone therapy, the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), lead, arsenic, celery juice, the MTHFR gene, SIBO, leaky gut and most importantly how not living your truth can affect your physical health. Read the episode instead here: https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/kelli-tennant-fibromyalgia And while you're there don't forget to become a WellBe Insider so you get all our latest content, big announcements and special offers weekly! xx Adrienne and Team WellBe p.s. You can also hang with us daily on Instagram :) www.instagram.com/getwellbe | |||
| MNDFL Founder Ellie Burrows on Meditation: What it takes to create a consistent practice and why she dedicated her life to it | 07 May 2019 | 00:13:30 | |
Ellie Burrows had a health scare in 2008 that landed her in the office of functional and integrative medicine expert Dr. Frank Lipman. He introduced her to meditation to manage emotional aspects of her health issue and having that de-stressing practice became her anchor. She realized meditation was like going to the gym— if you go consistently, you’ll see the benefits. That’s when she came to the idea for MNDFL, New York City’s first drop-in meditation studio. Listen to this episode to learn: The benefits of meditation The 4 C's of building a meditation practice that sticks How meditation helps build consciousness Why meditation teaches you about yourself How tech takes away from our relationships The upside of having a meditation community Watch the video version of this interview here: https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/ellie-burrows-mndfl-meditation Don't forget to sign up to become a WellBe Insider while you're there so you get all our latest content, special offers, and big announcements when they drop! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe Oh and hang with us daily on Instagram! www.instagram.com/getwellbe | |||
| My 7 Takeaways after Dr. Aviva Romm's Adrenal Thyroid Revolution Program for My Hashimoto's - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 30 Apr 2019 | 00:12:46 | |
As I alluded to in my impactful changes of 2018 article https://getwellbe.com/adriennes-blog/the-10-most-impactful-health-changes-adrienne-made-in-2018, I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis about a year ago. Have you done this program or another elimination diet? Or reversed Hashimoto's? What was your experience? Let me know in the comments on the article above! xx Adrienne & Team WellBe You can also hang with us daily on Instagram! :) www.instagram.com/getwellbe | |||
| Integrative Psychiatrist Dr. Ellen Vora on a Holistic Approach to Mental Illness and Mental Health - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 23 Apr 2019 | 00:44:55 | |
Integrative psychiatrist Dr. Ellen Vora, MD takes a functional medicine approach to mental health, addressing root causes and considering the patient’s whole self as part of the diagnosis and care. We talked about:
Enjoy listening! You can also watch the video version of this interview here: https://getwellbe.com/changemakers/ellen_vora_gut_health_mental_health When you're there don't forget to sign up to become a WellBe Insider to get our big announcements, special offers and our latest content delivered to you. Oh and hang with us daily on Instagram! www.instagram.com/getwellbe xxx Adrienne & Team WellBe | |||
| My 10 Most Impactful Health Changes Last Year - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 16 Apr 2019 | 00:16:31 | |
In late December, I went through and thought about everything I had done in 2018 to impact my health - most for the better, one for the worse! I decided to detail them for you in this episode to give you some ideas and inspiration about some places to start to improve your health and prevent future chronic disease (or help to reverse it now!) A few of the changes: Dentist / dental habits Finally improving my back, neck, hip, jaw, TMJ, scoliosis pain Turning my hypothyroidism into Hashimoto's BYO Products - Everywhere! A new relationship with caffeine Discovering the most delicious non-dairy milks (and I've tried a bunch!) Reducing my blue light exposure Reducing my radiation exposure Adopting plant babies! Read the written version of this episode here: https://getwellbe.com/adriennes-blog/the-10-most-impactful-health-changes-adrienne-made-in-2018 And leave a comment when you're there about impactful changes you've made for your health lately! xx Adrienne @getwellbe | |||
| Abby Tai on Healing Eczema by Getting to the Root Cause | 06 Mar 2023 | 00:44:56 | |
Abby Tai had eczema since was a baby, but it didn't become unmanageable until her teenage years. At that point, it got so bad that she was completely debilitated by her skin condition, and even contemplated suicide. After years of treating the symptoms, she decided to get to the root cause — and once she was able to heal, she dedicated to her life to help others do the same, founding Eczema Conquerors and hosting The Eczema Podcast. Listen to our interview with Tai to hear her story and learn about this common skin condition, including the difference between eczema and psoriasis, the relationship between gut health and eczema, side effects of topical steroids for eczema, and much more! Join the conversation at getwellbe.com | |||
| Robin Berzin MD, founder of Parsley Health on the power of functional medicine to heal - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 09 Apr 2019 | 00:19:16 | |
Dr. Robin Berzin went to medical school at Columbia University with the goal of getting a solid, conventional medicine education that she could use to help patients in a non-conventional way. The combo of studying public health in college and seeing her dad’s experience as a primary care doctor showed her that medicine alone wasn’t the solution— that things like yoga, nutrition, meditation, and lifestyle changes needed to be the first line of defense in preventing disease. After graduation, she trained at The Institute for Functional Medicine. In 2015, she founded Parsley Health, a boutique membership-based healthcare provider focused on functional medicine. Listen to hear about:
Click here to watch the video version of this interview: https://getwellbe.com/changemakers/robin-berzin-parsley-health-patient-story While you're there, sign up to become a WellBe Insider and get all of our latest content, special offers and big announcements sent right to you! Oh and hang with us daily on Instagram! www.instagram.com/getwellbe xx Adrienne & Team WellBe | |||
| The Top 7 Health + Wellness News & Research Stories Feb + March 2019: The WellBe Wrap-up - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 02 Apr 2019 | 00:18:02 | |
It's that time again! Trying to stay on top of wellness and health news and research can be overwhelming. It’s a lot to digest (pun intended). We saved you the trouble. Here are 7 things you need to know from February + March, WellBe-style, read to you by me, Adrienne!
For links and a lot more details, check out the written version of the Feb + March 2019 WellBe Wrap-up: https://getwellbe.com/health-news-research/february-march-2019-health-news-research *The WellBe egg guide we mentioned in the episode: https://getwellbe.com/guides/healthy-egg-guide **The WellBe Store we mentioned in the episode: https://getwellbe.com/store xx Adrienne & Team WellBe p.s. Hang with us daily on Instagram! www.instagram.com/getwellbe | |||
| How Holistic Nutritionist Elissa Goodman Skipped Chemo and Beat Cancer (Lymphoma) and Hashimoto's Thyroid Disease - The WellBe Podcast with Adrienne Nolan-Smith (getwellbe) | 25 Mar 2019 | 00:49:00 | |
Elissa Goodman knew that she needed to make a change in her lifestyle in order to get in control of her mental and physical health. But her real wake-up call came when, at age 32, she was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma. “I knew my life wasn’t going in the right direction in a lot of ways, but I didn’t really want to focus on it,” Goodman remembers. But after her diagnosis, she had no choice but to face it head-on. Listen to her incredible story of what happened next, how kicking cancer led to her becoming a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle cleanse expert, why she juices every day and thinks soups are an essential part of cleanses, hear the tragic and eye-opening story of her husband’s cancer diagnosis 11 years after her own, his very different approach to treating it, her Hashimoto's Diagnosis after pregnancy and how she healed that too, and much more. Watch the video version of this interview here:https://getwellbe.com/inspiration/how-holistic-nutritionist-elissa-goodman-skipped-chemo-and-beat-lymphoma-cancer And while you're there, don't forget to become a WellBe Insider so that you can get all our latest content, special offers and big announcements we don't make anywhere else weekly in your inbox. Oh and hang with us daily on Instagram! www.instagram.com/getwellbe xx Adrienne & Team WellBe
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