Becoming Simply Well

Today I welcome Ivan Pelly, Founder of the Ivan Bar to the show! In 2015, Ivan bought his last grocery-store nutrition bar. For him, they were either too small, too sweet, or just tasted… not so good. He thought he could do better, so he set out to make his own. He studied what kind of ingredients made for great nutrition and great taste, and got to work. After many, many attempts, he arrived at what he thinks is the best nutrition bar on the planet. These bars taste great; they're good for you, and you don't need to eat six of them to take the edge off your hunger. Initially, I just made them for himself and his family. Sooner or later, friends got their hands on them, and he was answering questions like, “could you make me some more?” and “where can I buy them?”. This popular demand made him think that maybe the “Ivan Bar” could find a life outside of his fridge and his kids' lunchboxes. And so they have. In today's episode, we touch on: How and why Ivan decided to create Ivan Bar. The ingredients in the bars and why he chose the ingredients that he did (hint: they're super clean, nutritious ingredients without any added junk!). What it's like to launch a brand that's build on nutrition – a brand that's built on the actual health benefits of the product, skipping those harmful additives and fillers. Advice Ivan has for those who are looking to start their own business. What Ivan uses to preserve his bars and make them shelf stable instead of harmful chemical preservatives. Why it's so hard for small businesses to get into grocery stores. His favorite flavor + a surprise for what's coming next for Ivan Bar (hint: it's delicious!). You can purchase Ivan Bars on ivan.bar – if you're on the central coast of California, you can also use this store locater to find out where you can snatch some of the bars in person as well. DISCOUNT CODE: Ivan so kindly offered listeners a discount code! If you'd like your code, please email ivan@ivan.bar and he will send you over your code. Stock up on some for yourself and grab a couple extra to give as healthy holiday gifts this season – you won't be sorry you did (trust me!). Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ Have you had the chance to purchase a copy of my Gut-friendly Fall Favorites Recipe E-book? 10 festive, comforting recipes for you to enjoy this fall (without the bellyache) – and the best part, you can get all of the ingredients at Trader Joe's! There are 5 savory recipes and 5 sweet recipes – so there's a little something for everyone! All of the recipes are gluten-free and can easily be made vegan. Purchase here: https://www.simplyhann.com/product-page/gut-friendly-fall-favorites-recipe-e-book --- Podcast art by Hannah Bellich. Music by Anchor. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

From turmeric, of which we hear about the health benefits of quite often, all the way to black pepper which we use so commonly we might not even consider the fact that it has great health benefits – herbs have health properties that are extremely beneficial for us. Learning about the actual health benefits and properties of different foods helps to make healthy eating more tangible. If you know fennel helps with nausea and digestion, you can prioritize adding it to your meals if you're having a digestive upset. We discuss the health-promoting properties of: Turmeric Ginger Rosemary Sage Cardamom Cinnamon Dill Black Pepper Fennel Basil Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you had the chance to purchase a copy of my Gut-friendly Fall Favorites Recipe E-book? 10 festive, comforting recipes for you to enjoy this fall (without the bellyache) – and the best part, you can get all of the ingredients at Trader Joe's! There are 5 savory recipes and 5 sweet recipes – so there's a little something for everyone! All of the recipes are gluten-free and can easily be made vegan. Purchase here: https://www.simplyhann.com/product-page/gut-friendly-fall-favorites-recipe-e-book --- Podcast art by Hannah Bellich. Music by Anchor. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today, I welcome Juan, co-founder and CEO of Waykana, an Ecuadorian startup with the mission to boost the world with the healthiest morning energy: the guayusa superleaf. In his youth, Juan found himself looking for the best version of himself: healthier, purposeful, focused...This path led Juan to the depths of the Amazon rainforest, where he discovered an amazing treasure to share with the world, and do it ethically and sustainably with indigenous kichwa communities. Waykana's story has just begun, and there is so much more for everyone to discover… In today's episode, we touch on: How and why Waykana was started. The benefits of the Guayusa leaf and why they use this super leaf in their products. How they source the Guayusa leaf and the 1500 year old tradition of the indigenous people that originally discovered Guayusa. What the indigenous people of the amazon rainforest eat to stay healthy and happy The importance of a morning ritual or healthy habit What's coming next for Waykana And honestly a ton more… We'd love to hear what resonated with you over on Instagram, so share a screenshot of you listening to this episode and write out something you found interesting or something that you learned and tag myself, @simplyhann_ and Waykana at @waykana.energy. Use code SIMPLYHANN for 15% off your Waykana order on waykana.com: https://waykana.com/pages/our-products +++ Have you had the chance to purchase a copy of my Gut-friendly Fall Favorites Recipe E-book? 10 festive, comforting recipes for you to enjoy this fall (without the bellyache) – and the best part, you can get all of the ingredients at Trader Joe's! There are 5 savory recipes and 5 sweet recipes – so there's a little something for everyone! All of the recipes are gluten-free and can easily be made vegan. Purchase here: https://www.simplyhann.com/product-page/gut-friendly-fall-favorites-recipe-e-book   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I'm SO excited to welcome, Parker, Founder of Lovebird Cereal to the show! Lovebird Cereal is a grain free, refined sugar free cereal that actually TASTES GOOD! Parker left his big food job to clean up junk food for his daughter.  After 6 years in big food and an on-going healthy journey managing an autoimmune disease, he felt a calling as a new parent to make a difference. We touch on: Why Parker decided to start Lovebird Cereal. The ingredients in Lovebird Cereal and what makes them so incredible. How and why Parker thinks we, as a society, got so far away from eating REAL food. The challenges of creating a health food brand that is truly centered around health and clean ingredients. What's coming next for Lovebird Cereal (hint: we get a sneak peak to some new flavors coming soon!) And so much more! Resources: You can connect with Parker on instagram at @eatlovebird. You can purchase Lovebird Cereal over on lovebirdfoods.com. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ Have you had the chance to purchase a copy of my Gut-friendly Fall Favorites Recipe E-book? 10 festive, comforting recipes for you to enjoy this fall (without the bellyache) – and the best part, you can get all of the ingredients at Trader Joe's! There are 5 savory recipes and 5 sweet recipes – so there's a little something for everyone! All of the recipes are gluten-free and can easily be made vegan. Purchase here: https://www.simplyhann.com/product-page/gut-friendly-fall-favorites-recipe-e-book --- Podcast art by Hannah Bellich. Music by Anchor. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I am SO excited to welcome the beautiful Julie Merica host of the Make Your Damn Bed podcast onto the show today! We touch on: Julie's inspiration for starting the Make Your Damn Bed podcast How she gets inspiration for each of her amazing episodes The importance of finding balance throughout our entire life How Julie juggles launching a new podcast episode every day along with her other commitments Tips for meditating that will leave you feeling empowered to kick off your meditation practice TODAY And literally so much more! Be sure to follow along with Julie and the Make Your Damn Bed podcast over on Instagram at @mydbpodcast and subscribe to Make Your Damn Bed on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. RESOURCES: Make Your Damn Bed Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-your-damn-bed/id1547923514 Make Your Damn Bed Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1r6UFoAQ9kr3J7k61yw5zM Make Your Damn Bed Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydbpodcast/ National Institute of Mental Health Help & Resources: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help +++ Have you had the chance to purchase a copy of my Gut-friendly Fall Favorites Recipe E-book? 10 festive, comforting recipes for you to enjoy this fall (without the bellyache) – and the best part, you can get all of the ingredients at Trader Joe's! There are 5 savory recipes and 5 sweet recipes – so there's a little something for everyone! All of the recipes are gluten-free and can easily be made vegan. Purchase here: https://www.simplyhann.com/product-page/gut-friendly-fall-favorites-recipe-e-book --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In today's episode, I share some tips and tricks for making healthy food actually taste good. It's become so common for people to say "oh healthy food tastes like cardboard" - I could never eat that way. Well, I'm here to tell you it doesn't have to! Healthy food can have tons of flavor - and no, you don't have to spend 2 hours cooking each meal to achieve that! I share: My favorite all purpose seasonings The potential of simple homemade sauces and dressings to revolutionize your meals How to amp up the flavor profile of stovetop grains And more! Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here.

Today, we welcome Becca from Becca's Petites to the show! Becca started her professional career in retail for Gap Inc, and worked for 15 years in the retail industry. After a major health scare, she made a life decision to take control of her health and live a clean, healthy lifestyle. In 2013, she obtained her holistic health practitioner/coach certification from IIN. Since then, she's become super passionate about helping people live a healthier life through her work as a private “chef,” and most recently (past few years) launching her own line of healthy snacks. In today's episode Becca shares: Tips on caring for a loved one with cancer and more specifically on how to help provide fuel for those living with such an illness in a clean, health-supporting and promoting way. Advice on staying true to your mission as a clean, nutrient-focused brand that cares about using high-quality great for you ingredients. We also touch on the importance of authenticity in building a brand. And advice for solo entrepreneurs and those who might be wanting to start out on a new business adventure She also shares all about Becca's Petites — which are basically grain-less granola mixes that are extremely clean and extremely flavorful! You can connect with Becca on Instagram at @beccaspetites and you can purchase the tasty BOUCHÉES on either beccaspetites.com or on Amazon. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ Institute for Integrative Nutrition | IIN Since we talked about it in the episode, if you're interested in expanding your own health journey through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, check out this sample class and the program over here. Use my name, Hannah Bellich as your referral and receive a free gift when you apply and register! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here. What's included?

I am excited to welcome Kate Lovett, the founder of Kate's Sea Moss, to the show today!  Kate was in a horrific motorbike accident in 2017 while on a surfing trip in the Philippines. She had multiple lifesaving surgeries and was in the ICU for 6 weeks. Surgeons told Kate she would never have a normal life again. While in recovery and unable to walk, Kate took it upon herself to naturally heal the body. Kate was almost fully recovered through a vegan diet and exercise after a year and a half, except she couldn't kick the fatigue. Kate tried energy drinks, workout drinks, and everything you can think of naturally to get rid of the fatigue, and nothing worked. However, Kate had read about the benefits of Irish Sea Moss and decided to give it a try. The next day after trying Sea Moss, Kate woke up at 7 am and jumped out of bed with tons of energy. She immediately felt the difference from the Sea Moss packed with minerals. Through nutrition, Kate was able to make a 100% recovery over 3 year period. In addition, Kate has helped many people in her community by having this product available at the local grocery stores, and now you have access to it too! In today's episode, we touch on: What sea moss is, where it comes from The many benefits of sea moss and how it's helped Kate recover from such traumatic injuries The current issues with the health industry from a female health entrepreneur The importance of sticking with a habit to really see instrumental change What it's like creating a brand that makes no shortcuts in any way of health You can connect with Kate on instagram at @katesseamoss and you can purchase her sea moss gel on her website at katesseamoss.com. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here.

How often do we get to hear advice on how to live your best life from multiple people of all different ages, walks of life, and backgrounds in one setting? Not very often. And I wanted to change that! I think we all have so much to learn from one another – and so I thought I would bring in my family, friends, and loved ones to share some of their most prominent advice so we can continue to learn from one another and better ourselves.  You'll hear from people who are still in college, those who are now grand parents, friends in their mid-late twenties, those who have started their own businesses, those who have moved all over the country, and so many more facets of life. If you have any advice you'd like to share in the next advice episode, please feel free to record yourself via your iPhone or Zoom and email the recording to me at simply.hannahbellich@gmail.com – I would love to feature you on the next episode and invite you into the Becoming Simply Well family.  Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things!  +++  PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet?  This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here. 

I am SO excited to welcome Rachel Conners from @bakeritablog on Instagram to the show! Rachel is 27 years old and is living in San Diego, where she was born and raised, with her dog Hank! She's been doing Bakerita full time since she graduated college from the University of Puget Sound in Washington state. She's super passionate about baking and cooking food that feels good in people's bodies, and she also loves gardening, exploring nature, and traveling. If you haven't followed Rachel on Instagram yet, I am just going to say it, you're totally missing out on some of the most delicious recipes and most beautiful food photos, EVER – be sure to head over to @bakeritablog on Instagram to see what I am talking about! In today's episode we touch on: -How and why Rachel started her blog and Instagram account, @bakeritablog -Why she eats, bakes, and cooks gluten and dairy free -The difference between baking soda and baking powder -Why coconut sugar is different nutritionally than refined sugar -Rachel's favorite ingredients and recipes... and much more! Get Rachel's cookbook! Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here.

Use the tips and tricks shared in this solo episode to help lift your spirits next time you are feeling less than great. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here.

In today's episode, I welcome Erin Christ the amazing woman behind @bodybybreakfast on Instagram. Erin is a newly registered dietitian, currently in training to be specialized in treating those with eating disorders. After suffering her own eating disorder when she was younger and recovering, she made it my mission to help and give hope to those going through the same thing I went through. She dreams of living in a world where diet culture doesn't exist, where our self-worth is no longer attached to what we look like and where we can all find the peace and freedom around food that we deserve. We touch on: Erin's journey navigating an eating disorder and her path to recovery The importance of breaking food rules and a step by step process for actually beginning to break them What intuitive eating is and why it's so important to loving a fulfilled life Social media's impact on influencing orthorexia and how social media might even be positively impacted if we use social media in the right ways Erin shares some resources for those going through ED recovery or who might see the need to start on the journey towards a healthier relationship with food Resources: Intuitive Eating book & workbook 8 Keys to Eating Disorder Recovery book & workbook NEDA website | National Eating Disorder Association You can connect with Erin over on Instagram at @bodybybreakfast. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here.

This week we I will be guiding you through an 11-minute meditation visualization for Creating the Life You Want to Live. This is just another tool to add to your wellness toolkit. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share your experience with this meditation over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here.

I am super excited to share about today's guest Maura Mitchell! Maura is the co-founder of Empowered Bakery. She and her husband founded the company with the mission to empower everyone to reduce their stress and empower victims of domestic violence. Empowered is a California B Corporation that gives 5% of net profits to the National Domestic Violence Hotline. They provide nationwide services and support to victims of domestic violence. Empowered's first product is Empowered Bites. They are delicious, made from a handful of wholesome real ingredients, and contain Ashwagandha, a super herb that helps our bodies better manage stress. {trigger warning: we discuss domestic violence in this episode} In today's episode you will learn: The why behind both the business and the products of Empowered Bakery How starting this business helped Maura to heal from past trauma Ways to find hope and push through during extremely difficult times in your life Tips and tricks for those who might just be starting out on their own journey of starting a business You can connect with her over on Instagram at @empoweredbakery and you can order your batch of delicious Empowered Bites at empoweredbakery.com or on Amazon. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here. What's included?

In today's solo episode, I share five tips for living a healthier life -- each of these tips have helped not only myself, but also my clients implement and build healthier habits into their daily routines that leave them feeling refreshed, energized, and motivated to accomplish all that they've set out to. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here.

*Use code simplyhann for 50% off any on demand or upcoming live class | take a look at the classes here* In this week's episode, we welcome Jazz Leaf to the show! Jazz is a certified nutritional therapist practitioner, a private chef to professional athletes and a cooking class instructor! After working in the corporate world for 5 years, she transitioned into the health and wellness space to help educate people in the power of nutrition and how to prepare meals that helped nourish and replenish peoples bodies! For the past 3 years she worked in Indianapolis, Indiana as a private chef to a few of the Indiana Pacers. She is now bringing her knowledge in the kitchen to you though virtual cooking classes! Her style of teaching is extremely relatable, comforting, easy to understand and of course fun. She has taught professors at universities, children in kids camps, novice cooks that have never been in a kitchen as well as experienced cooks! You can join her every month, virtually, as she shares some of her favorite simple and healthy recipes so you can feel confident cooking in the kitchen! In today's episode we touch on: Cooking tips for those that want to eat healthy but also want to stick to a budget What she was cooking up for professional athletes What we should be eating both pre and post workout for optimal fuel, energy, and recovery Ways to support your healing coming out of trauma Advice for those who are considering leaving the corporate world for their passion You can connect with Jazz over on Instagram @Recipes4Health and you can also check out her cooking classes on her website jazzrecipes4health.com. She is also on TikTok, YouTube, and Pinterest – so be sure to follow along there as well! Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here.

In today's solo episode, I debunk the notion that eating healthy has to be expensive. We discuss: Why eating healthy doesn't have to be expensive Tips for cutting down on the grocery bill each week Forms of plant-based protein alternatives to expensive animal products And more! Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! Turmeric Salad Dressing referenced in the show | (makes ~3 servings): 〰️3 tbsp olive oil⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 〰️1 tbsp balsamic vinegar⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 〰️1/2 lemon, juice⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 〰️1 tbsp tahini⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 〰️1 tsp paprika⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 〰️1 tsp dried parsley 〰️1 tsp dried oregano 〰️1/4 tsp maple syrup or honey⠀⠀⠀⠀ 〰️1 tsp turmeric⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 〰️1 twist pink Himalayan sea salt⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 〰️1 twist fresh ground black pepper +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. Find it here.

In this episode, I interview the fabulous Tabassum Siddiqui. Tabassum is a pioneering internationally recognized Ethical and Regenerative Fashion Designer; she's also a Certified Integrative Health Coach, Meditation Guide, and a radical visionary, creative, and healer. Tabassum's passion for helping others to cultivate the most vibrant version of themselves, restore balance, charge themselves with vitality, and live vibrant lives led her to create Ultravivre. Ultravivre, a name she created, which means “vibrant living", to feel more alive than you've ever felt, to cultivate your highest self, and to fully express who you are as a soul through compassionate holistic practices”. The inspiration for Ultravivre came from her own healing journey and recovery from trauma after surviving domestic violence in her previous marriage. Ultravivre is an ethical, regenerative fashion label, a holistic wellness company, and community. We touch on: Tips and tricks for overcoming times of pain and uncertainty The actual science behind the importance of self care practices Ways to rewire the Neural Pathways in your brain Why healing has to be intentional Neuro plasticity — the power of repetition when it comes to creating habits How to uncover our passions and potential The importance of prioritizing presence each and every day You can connect with Tabassum over on Instagram at @ultravivre and on Facebook at Ultravivre. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. What's included?

In today's episode, I discuss the power of eating a wide diversity of plants – which, doesn't only include fruits and veggies (what we commonly think of when we think about plants), but also in unprocessed, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes. We touch on: –The role plants play in getting us adequate levels of fiber and why fiber is so absolutely crucial to our health. –How plants contribute to blood sugar regulation and why blood sugar regulation is so important. –What phytochemicals are, how we get them, and the role they play in preventing disease. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. What's included?

In this episode we dive into what life is like living with a chronic illness, from diagnosis, through treatment, all the way to recovery and beyond with Brandi Dean. Brandi is a Holistic Wellness Coach who is passionate about helping women heal, thrive and live a life of happiness by nourishing their body, mind and spirit. She is a surviver of Lyme disease, and is also the founder of Harvard-affiliated, The Dean Center for Tick Borne Illness at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. Her personal experience as a young mother with Lyme disease led her to identify a need for a multidisciplinary center to treat, rehabilitate, and recover individuals suffering from persistent tick borne illness. Acting as an advisor and advocate, she joined hands with both physicians and leadership at Spaulding Rehab to help open the first center imbedded in a major academic medical institution focused on treating patients with chronic tick-borne illnesses. Brandi continues to serve as an active Advisory Board member for the Dean Center for Tick Borne Illness. Her story has been featured in the Boston Globe, DoctorOz.com, Fox News Boston, WCVB Boston, NPR, Good Housekeeping, and Wellesley Weston Magazine.  Brandi has been a passionate advocate for patients with Lyme disease since 2011. She founded and was co-president of the Massachusetts Lyme Association, whose mission was to support and educate local patients, caregivers, and physicians by offering bi-weekly support groups and educational presentations by doctors, authors, herbalists, and nutritionists from all over the country. Her determination to make a positive difference in the lives of patients with Lyme disease is additionally demonstrated in her leadership of Ride Out Lyme, a charity event she designed and that raises financial grants for adults with the illness. The event is held annually at SoulCycle in Boston, NYC and Los Angeles with expansion into other cities.  We touch on:   〰️Brandi's journey with chronic illness, and more specifically lyme disease 〰️The power of becoming your own health advocate and standing up for your health  〰️How Brandi has coped not only with having lyme herself, but also how she has been able to help her son heal from the same illness  〰️The power of community when dealing with a chronic illness, and especially a community of those who are suffering from the same health issues.  〰️What a flare of lyme looks like and how she is able to get back on track with her health after a flare up  〰️And we also talk about many, many resources that are available to those who are living with lyme and/or tick borne illness  You can connect with Brandi on www.brandidean.com and on Instagram at @brandi.j.dean.  RESOURCES:  rideoutlyme.org  Bay Area Lyme Foundation  Generation Lyme  Lymedisease.org  ___  PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut.  What's included? 

In today's episode, we talk about the SAD Diet, otherwise known as the Standard American Diet – and the negative implications it can can on your health. We touch on: What constitutes the SAD diet and why the SAD Diet is so problematic. Why refined sugars and carbohydrates are less than optimal for our health. Why plant foods (fruits, veggies, herbs, whole, unrefined grains) and fiber are essential to a healthy life. How many fruits and veggies + fiber you should be consuming each day for optimal health and digestive function. Why healthy fats are good for us. Ways to begin to shift your diet and crowd out the less nutrient-dense packaged and processed foods today. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. What's included?

In this episode, I interviewed Ashley Nickelsen founder and Chief Snack Officer of B.T.R Bar. We touch on: • The creation of B.T.R. Bars and the purpose behind the brand. • What it's like to be a female founder and entrepreneur, especially in the health food space. • The importance of living your values and holding true to your authenticity. • How the B.T.R. Bar flavors came about. • The behind the scenes in starting and running a business in the health food space. • Why adaptogens are included in the bars (and why they should be a part of your everyday life). • We even touch on what's next for B.T.R. Bar. • And so much more! Resources: Blog | Seven Books to Nurture Your Entrepreneurial Spirit You can purchase B.T.R. Bars directly on the B.T.R. Bar website (use code SIMPLYHANN fo 10% off!) and on Amazon. Connect with Ashley on Instagram at @btr.bar. --- PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. What's included?

In this episode, we dive into the importance of gut health, ways to improve gut health, as well as my personal journey with gut health. We touch on: 〰️The importance of gut health and why it matters 〰️The importance of the gut microbiome 〰️Ways we might be harming our gut health 〰️Low hanging fruits to begin improving your gut health today 〰️My personal health journey and digestive health experiences Trigger warning: I discuss my journey with a past eating disorder and talk about food restriction, over-exercising, and eating disorder symptoms and side-effects as part of my health journey that lead me to both have digestive issues and fortunately heal them. Resources mentioned: 〰️Parsley Health – the online functional medicine approach I discussed. It's definitely worth a look. I am happy to share more about my experience with Parsley if it would be helpful to you, just let me know. 〰️Fiber Fueled book – I get several statistics and nuances from the book Fiber Fueled. Author, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz MD is an incredible gastrointestinal practitioner. I highly recommend checking out Fiber Fueled to learn more about gut health and the role fiber plays in our digestive health. He also shares amazing insights on his Instagram page @theguthealthmd. Let's continue the conversation over on Instagram @simplyhann_. If you share one thing that resonated with you from the episode and how you are going to implement it into your life over on your Instagram stories, I will enter you into the weekly giveaway for a chance to win some of my favorite things! +++ PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. What's included?

In this episode, we dive into the importance of movement and finding the movement that speaks to you with Bethany Davis from @be.fit.davis (on Instagram). We touch on: How Bethany stays motivated as a mamma of five, a wife, and an entrepreneur, and tips for helping you stay motivated as well. Tips for those who are just starting out on their workout and exercise journey.  The motivation behind exercise and how to really move in a way that's authentic to you and the importance of finding exercise that you actually ENJOY and love doing.  You can connect with Bethany over on Instagram at @be.fit.davis. Be sure to check out all of her fitness and running programs as well as her 1:1 coaching opportunities on befitdavis.com.  Bethany and I are also collaborating on group nutrition programs – be sure to visit her website to check out the live Building Healthy + Sustainable Habits group coaching program and Building a Healthy + Sustainable Diet On-demand Program (coming soon!).  --- PS: Have you grabbed a copy of my Healthy Gut Reset yet? This 3-day meal plan + guide will help you to give your body a break from all the processed, high sugar food that can be irritating to the gut without sacrificing flavor. It's filled with tons of nutrient-dense foods that will aid in the restoration of the gut. What's included?

Welcome to the Becoming Simply Well Podcast! I'm your host, Hannah Bellich, an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, yoga instructor, gut-friendly and healthy recipe developer and the founder of @simplyhann_ on Instagram. This podcast is all about empowering listeners like you with the tips, tricks, and tools you need to implement realistic and sustainable diet, exercise, and lifestyle practices into your life. It's really about finding the tools that work for you so that you can begin to feel great in all areas of your life. Check out simplyhann.com and follow me on Instagram for health and wellness tips and healthy recipes.