Moms for Wellness

***This is a REPLAY which is why you hear "Journey with Jennie" in the beginning***Hot topic right here!!What is Gut Health? Why is it so important?What's the big deal about gut health? What are the concerns of the gut?What is the gut microbiota?What happens when the gut microbiome is damaged? How does the gut microbiota get damaged?What is leaky gut? Can I do anything to improve my gut health?What are the best foods to eat to repair my gut?Here are 5 Tips to better Gut: Remove, Restore, Reinoculate, Repair, RebalanceListen in, change your lifeVegan Product Choices - Skincare, Makeup, Body care, Supplements, NutritionGet started on your gluten free lifestyle today with this ebook!Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

*This is a REPLAY...which is why it says "Journey with Jennie" in the intro!*Most of us don't think we have an autoimmune disease...but the fact is, it is estimated that 24 million Americans are affected by autoimmune diseases. Of those autoimmune diseases, Hashimoto's has the highest number of cases.PARENTS: Listen up!! This is for you!Soooo, what is an autoimmune disease?How does one get an autoimmune disease?What are the signs of an autoimmune disease?What treatment is there for autoimmune diseases?Why is there a dramatic increase of autoimmune diseases in our children?What can I do to prevent getting an autoimmune disease?What is the link between inflammation and autoimmune disease?Listen to answer these questions about autoimmune diseases...this is everything I want to say to someone when they have questions about autoimmune diseases.Let me know what you found most shocking! Choose Alternative Products: Shop vegan, gluten free, dairy free, soy free, artificial sweetener free (plus more!) products hereGet started on your gluten free lifestyle today with this ebook!Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

So, it's summertime, it's hot outside and the sun is blazing full force.You know you need to wear sunscreen for yourself and your kids and here you find yourself staring at a wall of sunscreens. Who knew there were so many choices?! How the heck do you know what to choose?Did you know that many of those sunscreens are filled with harmful chemicals? There are many toxic chemicals in sunscreens that are on the shelves of your local drugstore or grocery store. I am here to help you wade through the sea of sunscreens and help you make an educated decision that you can feel good about your decision. 8 No-No Ingredients in Sunscreen:Oxybenzone (Benzophenone)Octinoxate PABAHomosalateOctocryleneOctisalateAvobenzoneBenzene2 Ok Ingredients in Sunscreen:Zinc OxideTitanium DioxideMy favorite Sunscreen! FUNSUN Mineral Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30My Fave Baby/Children's SunscreenEpisode 75: Do you trust the companies you buy from?Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

We all do it - swing through the drive thru in a last-minute attempt to get food into our kids' bodies as we rush them off to practice. Or maybe you are noshing on a fast food burger and fries now while you are traveling home from vacation.Americans have a fast food habit. But the real question is: how bad is it really?What is that fast food ACTUALLY doing to your body? To your kid's body?Listen & find out....Credit to Cleveland Clinic Article: Here's How Fast Food Can Affect Your BodyEpisode 84: Does the food you eat really affect your health?Episode 80: 5 Quick, Easy Recipes for the Busy MomEpisode 20: Meal Planning 101 with Kathy DavisEpisode 74: 5 Tips to Lower your CholesterolEpisode 45: How 30 Days to Healthy Living can Change your LifeConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living CommunityPlease leave a 5 star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify...I am so grateful!!

Does the food you eat really affect your health?I don't know if people are in denial or they simply don't want to know how much food really does affect them…but I will tell you right now, up front, yes, food does in fact affect your health…and in very dramatic ways. And it is our role as moms to teach our children…to lead them in creating healthy habits.To help them understand the relationship…the connection between the foods they eat and the health of their body… the connection between the foods they eat and how they feel. So this is my little message to you, mamas! My encouragement to you to keep on leading your family in healthy habits because it will have a lifetime of repercussions…and even generational repercussions!One of the biggest things for us is to understand that the way we are feeling is NOT the way we ought to be feeling. I didn't realize that I wasn't supposed to be feeling bloated and gassy and uncomfortable all the time. Listen, Indigestion, bloating, cramping….you name it…these are sooo so common in the general American public….and it is not supposed to be part of the normal everyday human experience. It's due to a lot of things….but one of the biggest culprits is the foods that we are eating. Sooo, if we can teach our kids while they are young that there is, in fact, a direct relationship between what we eat and how we feel – our overall health, they will be better off over the long haul. Gut health is SO important!!This is my FAVE supplement for kids 4+(included adults!!):Biotic SticksThis is my favorite gut health supplement for adults 18+:Gut HealthMy fave Greens Supplement on the Go: GreenSynergy ElixirConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Ok tell me the truth…do you see getting a massage as a luxury? Well I'm guessing your answer is "yes!"And I'm guessing your answer is what the majority of people think!My point of this podcast is to give another side…to maybe even convince you otherwise…that instead of it being a luxury… it is in fact is a necessity for your health. Have you ever thought about massage therapy that way? As being something to improve your health? Especially in your pregnancy! Well my guest today is going to explain how that can be – she's going to share the surprising benefits of massage therapy…especially in pregnancy. So listen up mamas, you're not going to want to miss this! Cailin McBee is the owner of Balance Massage & Wellness Center located in Newington, CT. She has a degree in Sports Medicine, is a board-certified massage therapist and reiki master, and a former teacher. Her passion for helping others lead her to create a holistic practice that continues to expand its reach to the community in many ways, including educational opportunities like this podcast. So let's start with what is massage therapy?What are the benefits of massage therapy?Is massage therapy safe in pregnancy?How is massage beneficial in the first trimester of pregnancy?How is massage beneficial in the second trimester of pregnancy?How is massage beneficial in the third trimester of pregnancy?Get in touch with Cailin McBee: www.BalanceMassageCT.comSummertime Mama's: Mindful Movement Series. RSVP HERESundays in July from 7/9 - 7/30 10:30am - 11:30am Connect with Balance Massage Wellness Center on FacebookConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Are you stressed? Do you have stress In you life? I know…you're like, seriously Jennie?? Who doesn't have stress in their life?? OF COURSE I have stress in my life! Well then my next question is….how do you relieve your stress? What do you do to reduce your stress? If you're kind of scratching your head and wondering how to answer that, then listen up because I have a guest that can speak into your life. My guest today is going to help us decrease our stress naturally. Cailin McBee is the owner of Balance Massage & Wellness Center located in Newington, CT. She has a degree in Sports Medicine, is a board-certified massage therapist and reiki master, and a former teacher. Her passion for helping others lead her to create a holistic practice that continues to expand its reach to the community in many ways, including educational opportunities like this podcast. We answer key questions like:What is Stress?What does stress actually do to your body?What are natural ways to decrease my stress?What is an easy, effective breathing technique?Get in touch with Cailin McBee: www.BalanceMassageCT.comSummertime Mama's: Mindful Movement Series. RSVP HERESundays in July from 7/9 - 7/30 10:30am - 11:30am Connect with Balance Massage Wellness Center on FacebookConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Do you think much about your liver? Maybe after listening to this episode, you will! Not to scare you, but…Liver disease is a serious problem that affects millions of people in the United States each year. The American Liver Foundation reports that more than 100 million Americans have some form of liver disease, and it's among the leading causes of death in the U.S.Sooo, what is the liver? What does it do?The liver is our largest internal organ (the skin is our largest organ!) It's about the size of a football! Isn't that crazy?! So our liver does the heavy lifting when it comes to detoxing.Now detox seems to be the buzz word now, so we're going to talk about why. And it all goes back to the liver. Excellent Detox Tea30 Day ResetConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Today I am giving you my 5 Go-to Quick easy meals! I've got a high schooler, a middle schooler and an elementary school kiddo, so I get the crazy schedule!!They are quick and easy to prepare. So those nights that you are in need of a very quick meal or have people eating at all different times because of their schedule….use one of these!And don't worry…my kids eat these! My kids are 16, 14 & 10…and they like all of these meals!They are all gluten free and dairy free as well. Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Vitamin D is essential to so many various systems in the body. Its effects are grossly underrated and it's deficiency in the American population goes undetected all too often. That all stops today. Because today you are going to learn some basic reasons why YOU. NEED. VITAMIN D. Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Our children are under attack like never before. What can we do to form a shield around them to save them from the arrows being launched at them? The Mental Health of our children is at a tipping point. What can we do to stem the tide?Today I am giving you 4 tools to put in your "Parent Tool Belt" to help make your children more resilient to the challenges they are continually facing. Listen in to grab these 4 tools!Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Do your kids play sports? Are they active kids? Well if so, you are going to love to today's conversation! Today our kids are so often going from one sports field to the next…so how do we keep them from getting injured? My guest today is Jennifer Tirillo and she is going to share with us the key things you can do to keep your child injury-free. Jennifer Tirillo is a licensed and board certified athletic trainer, NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Functional Range Conditioning Movement Specialist, and 200 RYT yoga instructor. She is the owner of Concentric Care & Wellness, located in central CT.Part 1 Covers:--How to live to prevent injury--Dynamic Stretching to prevent injury--RICE...and it's surprising changes!Part 2 Covers:Injury Prevention for Specific SportsLower Body intensive (Women's Lacrosse, Soccer, BasketballUpper Body intensive (Baseball, Softball, volleyball)Full Body Equipment (Football, Ice Hockey, Men's Lax)Concentric CareConnect with Jenn Tirillo on IGConnect with Jenn Tirillo on FBConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Shawna Rauch vulnerably shares her experience of her pregnancy of her baby with Potter's Syndrome. This is an encouragement to all moms who just found out your baby has Potter's Syndrome or you have a friend who has a baby with Potter's Syndrome.Potter's Syndrome is a rare disorder where the kidneys fail to develop properly as the baby is growing in the womb. The kidneys normally produce the amniotic fluid (as urine). With lack of kidneys and amniotic fluid, this condition is life-threatening for the baby and many infants have a short life expectancy. Shawna Rauch takes us on her journey of her pregnancy and birth of her precious baby with Potter's Syndrome. She delivers hope and guidance for what can you expect if you receive the same diagnosis. Shawna Rauch is a committed wife and mother of three. When she received the devastating news that her first baby had Potter's Syndrome, a condition incompatible with life. She was frustrated by the lack of personal stories and confusing medical jargon online. Determined to fill the need, she created HopeAngel.org just 13 days after her daughter was born, which has since touched the lives of thousands of families around the world.As a pregnancy and grief coach, Shawna's goal is to support, inform and empower mothers through their pregnancy, birth, and beyond. She has created a community where mothers can talk through their experiences and provide emotional support to one another during times of loss and grief. HopeAngel.orgConnect with Shawna on IG: ADashofHopeConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

AS a mom, there are many many companies out there wanting to get a share of your market spend…so how do you choose? Obviously, if you have been listening for a little or a long time to this podcast, you realize that I am all about helping you negotiate the grocery store shelves and the various store shelves to make the best, healthiest choices you can for yourself and for your family. I've given a lot of guidelines and thoughts for you to consider when making various decisions. The question ultimately comes down to: do you trust the company that you buy products from?How do you know if the company is trustworthy? What do you look for? Today I am revealing some key points to look for in a company and sharing a little about a company who is trustworthy: a company whose products that I have chosen to use and to align myself with. This company has been in the business of helping women, men and families flourish for over 42 years. They are the leader in skincare and personal care products and nutrition products. Don't miss this mama! Your life could change today!Learn more about this company HEREOrder products from a trustworthy company HEREConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

You know that heart disease is the number one cause of death in the US. This is not a secret...we have discussed this in past episodes (Episodes 65 & 66) So what we are going to talk about today is going to help you NOT be one of those numbers – to not be a part of that statistic. The topic is: Cholesterol.High Cholesterol is a key contributor to heart disease, creating conditions for cardiac arrest and other heart issues. So keeping our cholesterol levels in check is an important thing to do! So, what can we do? Well today I am going to give you 5 tips to lowering your cholesterol. Listen up, my friend and make changes today!Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Welcome to Part 4 of our series with Shirley Amata!Now that you are started on your health journey...let's talk what to do when you mess up - because it will happen...newsflash: we aren't perfect!So what do you do when you fall off the wagon? …when you stop doing the things that are creating your healthy lifestyle? It's the main reason why people give up on living a healthy lifestyle. Well, we don't want that to happen to you! So this episode is all about Shirley Amata is back to share her NOW philosophy to help give you the safeguards to ensure you have the tools to stand back up and get back on track to living your healthy lifestyle. ACT Now...be clear on your why...and remember that progress is impossible without change! Shirley Amata is a health and wellness expert for over thirty years. Shirley is a N.O.W Coach (based in Austin, Texas) who believes in optimizing wellness through natural options and teaches people how to manage their personal health. She shares her experiences and educates others on the relationship between eating, exercising, and energizing to lead a life of abundance. Her passion for helping others comes from her own health journey, including her daughter's diagnosis with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.Shirley's purpose is to empower people to take charge of their health and wellness journey. She holds a MS in Education, BA in Psychology, several certifications in health and fitness, coached all ages and wellness stages, and has competed in triathlons and other races. She enjoys reading, writing, music, cooking, podcasts, power naps, outdoor activities and spending quality time with loved ones.Enjoy Part 4 of our 4 part series with Shirley! Connect with Shirley on IG Email Shirley at Shirley@NaturalOptionWellnessConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Welcome to Part 3 of our series with Shirley Amata!Now that you are started on your health journey...let's talk exercise!What is the best form of exercise? Today we wade into the long debate of Cardio vs Strength Training. Which is better? What benefits do they offer?Shirley Amata is back to share her NOW philosophy to help you incorporate exercise into your healthy living journey and gain all the benefits from them to create a positive impact on your life!Shirley Amata is a health and wellness expert for over thirty years. Shirley is a N.O.W Coach (based in Austin, Texas) who believes in optimizing wellness through natural options and teaches people how to manage their personal health. She shares her experiences and educates others on the relationship between eating, exercising, and energizing to lead a life of abundance. Her passion for helping others comes from her own health journey, including her daughter's diagnosis with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.Shirley's purpose is to empower people to take charge of their health and wellness journey. She holds a MS in Education, BA in Psychology, several certifications in health and fitness, coached all ages and wellness stages, and has competed in triathlons and other races. She enjoys reading, writing, music, cooking, podcasts, power naps, outdoor activities and spending quality time with loved ones.Enjoy Part 3 of our 4 part series with Shirley! Connect with Shirley on IG Email Shirley at Shirley@NaturalOptionWellnessConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Welcome to Part 2 of our series with Shirley Amata!Now that you are started on your health journey...what happens when you hit a roadblock? ...because they're gonna happen! Things like...eating out...having a drink...going to a party or social get togetherShirley Amata is back to share her NOW philosophy to help you nourish with good FOODS and to help to continue to cut the CRAP! She gives helpful, actionable, nitty gritty details to help you get through these pitfalls with ease!Shirley Amata is a health and wellness expert for over thirty years. Shirley is a N.O.W Coach (based in Austin, Texas) who believes in optimizing wellness through natural options and teaches people how to manage their personal health. She shares her experiences and educates others on the relationship between eating, exercising, and energizing to lead a life of abundance. Her passion for helping others comes from her own health journey, including her daughter's diagnosis with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.Shirley's purpose is to empower people to take charge of their health and wellness journey. She holds a MS in Education, BA in Psychology, several certifications in health and fitness, coached all ages and wellness stages, and has competed in triathlons and other races. She enjoys reading, writing, music, cooking, podcasts, power naps, outdoor activities and spending quality time with loved ones.Enjoy Part 2 of our 4 part series with Shirley! Connect with Shirley on IG Email Shirley at Shirley@NaturalOptionWellnessConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

You know our focus on this podcast is healthy living…but sometimes it's hard to know where to start. What to do. Sometimes you just need someone to hold your hand and point you in the right direction. That's exactly what you are getting today! Today we are going to be peeling back the onion to help you kick those bad habits and start your life of wellness. We have so many tips and tricks for you today– I know you will find more than one thing to implement in your life right away! This is definitely a “listen and do” episode! To help me deliver on this, is my amazing guest, a health and wellness expert for over thirty years, Shirley Amata. Shirley is a N.O.W Coach (based in Austin, Texas) who believes in optimizing wellness through natural options and teaches people how to manage their personal health. She shares her experiences and educates others on the relationship between eating, exercising, and energizing to lead a life of abundance. Her passion for helping others comes from her own health journey, including her daughter's diagnosis with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.Shirley's purpose is to empower people to take charge of their health and wellness journey. She holds a MS in Education, BA in Psychology, several certifications in health and fitness, coached all ages and wellness stages, and has competed in triathlons and other races. She enjoys reading, writing, music, cooking, podcasts, power naps, outdoor activities and spending quality time with loved ones.What is the difference between Health and Wellness?What is Natural Option Wellness?Where do I start?Enjoy Part 1 of our 4 part series with Shirley! Connect with Shirley on IG Email Shirley at Shirley@NaturalOptionWellnessConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Do you have weird symptoms or issues that seem to be popping up? Have you been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease?Do you understand what an autoimmune disease even is? And how to heal it? Have you heard of regenerative detoxification? If these questions resonate with you, then this episode is for you! We are going to break it all down for you to easily understand and give you great hope! To help me do this, my guest joining me today is Corry Lang. Corry Lang is a certified Regenerative Detoxification specialist and Iridologist with twelve years in scientific research. She detoxified and healed herself from debilitating lupus, fibromyalgia, and Hashimoto's symptoms. Now she helps others to determine the underlying root causes of their seemingly “incurable” disease (autoimmune disease, thyroid issues, fibromyalgia, “mystery illnesses”…etc) and guides them to detoxify and heal themselves as well so they can start living again without pain, fatigue, and pharmaceuticals.Connect with Corry LangConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Do you ever feel like your feelings don't count? Do you find yourself comparing your situation to others' and then deciding how you think you should feel?This episode is an episode about hope and encouragement. This will be a true encouragement to you today no matter what you are going through. You have worth and you are worth taking the time and effort to acknowledge your struggle and work through it. To bring this encouragement through her personal story is my guest, Stacy Routhier. Stacy Routhier is a cancer survivor and a leader who looks to inspire and empower those battling all aspects of mental health and wellbeing and for those going through any illness at any stage. She was diagnosed with stage zero breast cancer at 36 and had a double mastectomy with reconstruction. But this story is not about her having cancer, it's about the mental health of a woman who thought that her cancer didn't count and she didn't deserve to feel scared or sad. On this episode, Stacy shares her inner voice about what goes through a person's mind when they go through a traumatic experience and that your feelings COUNT! Share this episode with a friend who is struggling today and in need of encouragement. Share this episode with a friend who is going through the cancer journey. Listen to this episode if you have a friend who is going through the cancer journey. Be encouraged and strengthened today. Read Stacy's Journey at StacysHopeChest.comGet in touch with Stacy: Stacy@stacyshopechest.comConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Are you a busy mom? Are you wanting to squeeze in some healthy living in there too?This episode is for YOU! I dish on 10 Mom Life Hacks you can put into your life today! Link to Past Episode: Episode 9 Artificial SweetenersGet your Clean EnergyFizz Sticks HERE!!Link to Past Episode: Episode 63: Intermittent Fasting: Fad or Fabulous?Set it & forget it! Get Clean Personal Care Products for the whole family HEREConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Have you counted the cost of healthy living? How expensive is it to live healthy?Have you looked at the flip side? How expensive is it to not live healthy?Have you weighed your options - do you even know what the consequences of a unhealthy lifestyle are?In this episode we unpack the cost of not making healthy choices and why the answer is obvious! Choose clean healthy personal care products - get them HEREConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Over the last 30 years childhood obesity has more than tripled in the United States and now over 12.7 million children are obese. The annual health care cost of childhood obesity is over 14 billion dollars per year and climbing! These overweight children can expect to live 14 years less than children of normal weight. If this problem continues to grow over the next decade, the average life expectancy in the U.S. will decrease by 5 years.We are going to continue to focus on our kiddos today in this episode. So last episode we talked about nutrient deficiencies in our children that are linked to ADHD. Today we are talking about obesity. Why are our kids obese? And what can we do about it?This is Actually a pretty hot topic right now so I wanted to weigh in with my two cents. I hope it is helpful to you and empowering to you, the mom of your household, to be equipped to lead in the best way possible. Please do not underestimate the power and influence that you have in your house, in your family. Geesh, I could probably do a whole episode just on that topic!! But let me stay focused on our topic at hand…why are our kids obese? Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Are you aware there are MANY ingredients that are banned in Europe but they are not banned here in the USA?Do you know what these ingredients are?Do you know what these ingredients do to your body? And your kid's bodies?Are you aware that we are actually talking about thousands of ingredients?Are you angry now? Or are you still saying, "What's the big deal?"Listen in and you'll understand all about it!Get CLEAN nutritional supplements & protein powder HEREChoose Toxin-free personal care products for your family - Get them HEREConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

So what is all the craze about intermittent fasting? It is a trendy fad? Is it something you ought to incorporate in your eating schedule?I recently heard a fascinating talk given by Dr. Laura Fortner. In it, she shares her thoughts on intermittent fasting and it's effects on the body. I am sharing my takeaways from her talk here in this episode. Listen in now! :) Get Toxin-free Clean Personal Care Products HEREClean Eating Program - Get the Kit HEREClean Protein Powder - Get it HEREConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Did you know your child's symptoms of ADHD are drastically affected by their various nutrient levels? Do you know the power that eating has on your child's health? Do you know what nutrient deficiencies to look for and why?Today we are focusing exclusively on our kiddos (although what we are talking about can definitely affect adults in your family too!)…today we are talking about ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. ADHD is the most commonly diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorder in the United States, with estimates that 11% of American children have the disorder. Sooo, chances are, you either have someone in your house that has ADHD or you know someone who does. If you know someone who does, you are definitely going to want to share this episode with them…this is golden info I am sharing today. It could be life changing for them.I'm not going into the symptoms or anything like that…today we are talking about the 5 most common nutrient deficiencies in children that have ADHD. There are all kinds of studies out there backing up all the info I am sharing today…we just got off a series about superfoods and all the many important nutrients they give us…those minerals and nutrients are really important…and when our bodies do not have the right amount of various vitamins and minerals, they don't function optimally. My hope is that it will become your first reaction to think abut what imbalances could be in the body and look to correct that, rather than look to medicine first. And this goes for whatever the ailment or sickness may be. I'm curious, have you even heard of this? Have you heard about nutrient deficiencies either being the cause of or contributing to worse symptoms of ADHD?If not, then listen up…because here we go!Vitamin D sprayConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

We are talking all things Superfoods! 3 Episodes ago we introduced this topic, so if you missed it go back and check it out! But we talked about what a superfood is (and the controversy with that name!) and we started with the Fruit Edition then went to the Veggie Edition and then went to the “other” edition. Today, we are moving on to the Beauty Edition! Because let's face it mamas, we rarely think about our own needs…so I'm gonna help you out a little bit! You can be making yourself look better simply by the foods you are eating! (and looking for these things in your skincare products!) We are going to talk about how to achieve glowing skin -and target pesky problems-through the foods you are eating!So just a upper quick recap of the definition of what a “superfood” is:Simply put, Superfoods are nutritional powerhouses. Superfoods are foods that have a very high nutritional density…they are extremely high in micronutrients like vitamins and minerals and are packed with fiber, as well as antioxidants, enzymes and health fats like omega-3 fatty acids. All of these nutrients are essential to your body so you can thrive. And on top of that, Super foods boost the immune system, help prevent anti-aging, and are linked to the prevention of disease.All right, our Beauty Category of Superfoods includes: Fermented Foods, Aronia Berries, Sea Buckthorn, Ginger and more! Listen in to hear why and discover all of them.To discover skincare that uses these botanicals and more, click HEREConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

We are talking all things Superfoods! 2 Episodes ago we introduced this topic, so if you missed it go back and check it out! But we talked about what a superfood is (and the controversy with that name!) and we started with the Fruit Edition then went to the Veggie Edition. Today, we are moving on to the “Other” Edition! (Some didn't fit into either category, and some there wasn't room for them!)So just a upper quick recap of the definition of what a “superfood” is:Simply put, Superfoods are nutritional powerhouses. Superfoods are foods that have a very high nutritional density…they are extremely high in micronutrients like vitamins and minerals and are packed with fiber, as well as antioxidants, enzymes and health fats like omega-3 fatty acids. All of these nutrients are essential to your body so you can thrive. And on top of that, Super foods boost the immune system, help prevent anti-aging, and are linked to the prevention of disease.Our “Other” Category of Superfoods includes: nuts & seeds, cinnamon & spirulina. Listen to hear why and discover all of them! Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

We are talking all things Superfoods! Last episode we introduced this topic, so if you missed it go back and check it out! But we talked about what a superfood is (and the controversy with that name!) and we started with the Fruit Edition. Today, we are moving on to the Veggie Edition!So just a upper quick recap of the definition of what a “superfood” is:Simply put, Superfoods are nutritional powerhouses. Superfoods are foods that have a very high nutritional density…they are extremely high in micronutrients like vitamins and minerals and are packed with fiber, as well as antioxidants, enzymes and health fats like omega-3 fatty acids. All of these nutrients are essential to your body so you can thrive. And on top of that, Super foods boost the immune system, help prevent anti-aging, and are linked to the prevention of disease.Our list includes Dark Leafy Greens, Garlic, Sweet Potatoes and more! Listen to discover what to eat and feed to your kids! Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

So we hear a lot about Superfoods, right? But what are they? And why are they even called “Super” What makes them super? Well, I'm glad you asked, because today we are doing a mini episode devoted to just that! After being inspired by Brandy and her healing through food, this seems an appropriate next step! So this is going to be a short and sweet episode…we are going to focus on fruits today…this will be part one of our mini series entitled, “Why are they superfoods?” A Word of Warning: There is controversy! (of course! LOL)So, let's explain what super foods are considered to be.Simply put, Superfoods are nutritional powerhouses. Superfoods are foods that have a very high nutritional density…they are extremely high in micronutrients like vitamins and minerals and are packed with fiber, as well as antioxidants, enzymes and health fats like omega-3 fatty acids. All of these nutrients are essential to your body so you can thrive. And on top of that, Super foods boost the immune system, help prevent anti-aging, and are linked to the prevention of disease.Today we cover a few Superfood Fruits...including blueberries, grapefruit and a few others!Get your Superfoods: Fruit List here!Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Can food really heal?There are too many first-hand accounts (not to mention scientific research) to deny the healing power of food. What you eat matters. What you eat has a profound impact on your overall health. Brandy Aceti joins us today to selflessly share her personal experience in the hopes it can encourage you to seek out the healing power of food in your life. Brandy is a corporate professional who has become an ambassador for healthy, plant-based eating after making changes to her diet which aided in the rapid recovery of her advanced autoimmune disease. She shares her personal experience with combating Lupus Nephritis using a whole food, plant-based lifestyle, and the role nutrition plays in reducing inflammation and managing chronic diseases. She is a strong believer in being an advocate of your own health and healing the body by eliminating foods that can cause illness and fill it with foods that heal.Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Sarah Greer is back to wrap up our series on pregnancy, birth and recovery with a special episode on living a healthy lifestyle with a baby!How do you create a healthy lifestyle in this new season of life?How do you get back into exercising? How do you make healthy eating decisions? How do you find the time or the energy to make healthy decisions?...maybe the question is more, "How do you NOT create the time to be healthy?"Sarah Greer, certified nutrition coach and yoga instructor with pre and post natal certifications, shares insights in how to make this happen. Listen in & share with a new mom!Connect with Sarah on IGLearn more about Sarah Greer at Unity of HealthConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Have you had a C-Section? Did you know you have options when it comes to birth and C-sections? Are you curious what a recovery from a C-section might look like?Sarah Greer is back! She continues to pour into us...this time sharing the key things to do to have a full recovery back to health after a C-Section. Sarah Greer is a certified yoga instructor with pre and post natal certification. She is also a certified nutrition coach and has her own personal experience with natural birth options and a C-section. Herself, recovering from a C-section, makes this personal and full of insight. She gets it, she understands, and she is here to help!Listen in...and share with a mama friend!Connect with Sarah Greer on IGLearn more about Sarah at Unity of HealthConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Did you know you have a lot of say when it to comes to birthing your baby?Did you know there are a lot of "natural" birthing options when it comes to having a C-section?Sarah Greer is back in our series on pregnancy and birth. Sarah is a certified yoga instructor with pre and post natal certification. She is also a certified nutrition coach and has her own personal experience with natural birth options and a C-section. You might be devastated to learn you need to have a C-section...or you might be happy to schedule one. Wherever you land on that continuum, you need to know the options you have available to you to give your baby the most benefit possible. As a pregnant mom about to give birth, you have many decisions to make. In many cases, pregnant moms don't even realize they have choices, they have options. You do have many choices, many options. This episode was created to let you in on the secrets...to empower you with knowledge so that you can make the best decisions possible for the health of you and your baby.If you are pregnant or thinking about being pregnant, this is a MUST LISTEN episode! Share this episode with all your pregnant mom friends! Get in touch with Sarah on IGLearn more about Sarah and what she offers at Unity of HealthConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Wondering how to stay healthy through your pregnancy and give the best to your baby and yourself? Do you know what to do? What to eat? How to best support yourself?With so many doctor visits, but such little time actually spend with the doctor, where do you turn for the myriad of information you are looking for?We've got you covered! Sarah Greer is here to share all things nutrition in pregnancy! Sarah Greer is a certified nutrition coach and is also a certified yoga instructor with pre and post natal certification. On top of that that, she has her own personal experience with pregnancy. Sarah shares from a wealth of experience and knowledge.Don't miss this open, honest, info-filled conversation! ...and be sure to share it with your pregnant mom friend!!Connect with Sarah Greer on IGLearn more about Sarah at Unity of HealthConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Ready to do some New Year cleaning? Tired of the hidden toxins getting into your body and your family's bodies through the cleaning products you have in your home?Then this episode is for you!Listen as we unlock the simple secrets to creating some cleaning products in your own home. Simple. Effective. Safe.Let's go!Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

2023 is HERE!!Ok, so I'm running about a week behind, but that just adds to this episode! I personally think the whole, "New Year, New You" phrase is cringe...it's a bit much if you ask me, as not a whole lot really happens by the ticking of the clock to a new day a new year. Buuuut, now if you change your mindset and change your habits...well... then magic will happen!But back to this episode...let's have some fun! We're going to make fun of the whole resolution thing...maybe you're there already. I mean, maybe you made your resolution on Jan 1 and here we are a few weeks into the New Year and maybe you have already given up on it! (if that is you, enjoy this episode then go back and listen to my goals series and get to work!)So sit back, relax, and enjoy some lighthearted fun today!!Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Ready, Set...Let's workshop! Today is going to be a little bit different of an episode…today we are going to workshop. We are going to actually workshop our goals.You've listened to the first three episodes in our Goals series...the first on Family Goals, the second on Health Goals and the third on Financial Goals.You were inspired while you listened...then went on with your day when the episode was done. Yup. I know how it goes...If we aren't intentional, we miss it! and life passes us by. So I don't want that to happen to you!! So…we are going to do some goal setting together! Right Now.Let's create some goals.This is a very practical, hands-on episode. By the end of this episode you will have created at least 3 goals (one for family, health and finances) and set up a game plan to help you accomplish them. If you need more help creating your goals, connect with Jennie here Share your goals you created with Jennie on IGMake your health goals happen hereConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Have you ever actually set financial goals that you have reached?What kind of financial example are you setting for your kids?Do you know how to create wealth with compound interest?The average person needs 2 ½ million dollars to retire today…do you have that stored up? We're going to talk about ways that you can start piling up that money towards your retirement. Listen as we discuss these questions and set up financial goals for yourself and your family for the upcoming year. This is a must listen! Share with a mom friend who you want to be financially set! Curious if you would be a good fit to work with Jennie? Click here Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Why get healthy? What are your reasons for wanting to get healthy?-want to feel better/curious if you aren't actually experiencing life in the healthiest form?-did your your doctor tell you too?-do you see others around you (family members get sick) and realize there's something to the phrase, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure"?-maybe you don't fit in your clothes?Get very clear on your why.Then listen in to discover the steps to take to ensure success for your health goals.And don't forget you KIDS...what are the tricks for getting your kids on board to being healthy? Discover some key techniques to getting them to make healthy decisions...and the why behind how critical it is to get your kids healthy.Use this time of reflection on the past year and looking forward to the new year to make decisions that will make a lasting difference for years – and generations to come. I hope this episode on health goals will be helpful to you and will clarify why and how you can make health a priority for yourself and your children in the upcoming year. Share this episode with a mom friend who you want to help make similar health decisions and goals for herself and her family this next year. Use this plan to create health - listen to Episode 45: 30 Days to Healthy LivingConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Are you intentional with your family?Do you have family goals? What are the kind of people that you want your children to be?What values do you want instilled in your children?What experiences do you want your children reminiscing about when they are grown?Have you thought about these things? Do you have a plan for these things?Listen and discover the importance pf having family goals and how you cna staet creating them today.Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

From apple sauce to prunes to cacao nibs...we cover many sneaky ways to get healthy ingredients covertly into your holiday treats. Surprise them with taste and health! Listen in to discover all 11!Click here for my DELISH Almond Ball recipe! Show me pics of you making your Christmas treats! Show me your substitutions! DM me a pic of tag me on stories on IG…im @JennieHardy…can't wait to see what you are baking!Connect with a Healthy Living Community

Did you know??...Almost 60% of Americans consume more than 20 g of added sugars a day. ...The energy we need for life, as well as for exercise, comes from what we eat and drink....The average adult is recommended to get 7–9hours of sleep but the average American adult typically only gets 6.5 hoursSo what can we do about this? What can YOU do to combat this?I'll tell you what I have done and what my best recommendation to you is: do a reset! Do the 30 Days to Healthy Living. You need something that has all the answers rolled up in one package. Changing your habits is challenging, so that's why you need a tool to help with that change, to help with that transition. That's what the 30 Days to Healthy Living has done for me. It has helped me completely change my habits. So what is the 30 Days to Healthy Living?Objective: This program is about resetting!+help to establish healthy habits+get more energy+manage weight+feel fit+support a balanced gut+feel more confidentAre those things you want to do? Listen in to discover more about the 30 Days to Healthy Living Get more info on the 30 Days to Healthy Living Get started today on the 30 Days to Healthy Living Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Are you a Room Mom for your child's classroom? Need FUN ideas for your class parties?Look no further, this episode is for YOU!I give you my top 20 tried-and-true games and activities.Try them out and DM me on IG to let me know how they go!!Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Heading into the Holidays, Ready or Not!!!Sooo, let's be ready! Let's be ready to be healthy and stay healthy. Let's commit to feeling GREAT throughout this holiday season.But how do we do that? Is that even possible?Yes, it is, my friend! And I've got the tips that you need!Let's dive in to 10 Pro Tips that will be sure to help guide you to health through this season and have you coming out feeling great and happy you made these decisions!Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living CommunityMy secret weapon to good gut health--my favorite probiotic!!

BPA. Very common letters. You are no doubt familiar with it...you know it's a chemical that's in plastic and it's bad. You know you generally don't want it in your bottles.But why? How bad is it really? What does it even do to you? ...and where exactly is BPA found?As a mom, I want you to know the dangers this chemical poses to your children and to you. It is not harmless, and is found in far more places than you might realize. But don't worry, I give you 12 tips to use to avoid BPA and rid your bodies of its effects. Listen in as we dig into all of it! Protect your family and yourself!Connect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living CommunityIn the Pro Tips, I shared the importance and radical effects of taking a good probiotic. Here is the one that I use and recommend - it is a Probiotic/Prebiotic/Enzyme Blend.

What if I told you there was a vitamin that plays a role in increasing antioxidant status, preventing free radical damage, and naturally slowing aging? I'm talking about vitamin E, and believe it or not, vitamin E benefits don't end there.More benefits include helping reduce the risk of prostate cancer, coronary heart disease and mild cognitive impairment.Do I have your attention yet??What are these 11 benefits? (and oh by the way, there's actually more!!)Where do I get Vitamin E?Are there any dangers I should know about?We cover it all! Listen in and let your health be changed by what you discover!Let me know what you discovered! Reach out to me on Instagram @JennieHardyConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living CommunityAdditional ways to get Vitamin E:Get Vitamin E (as D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) HERE... HERE ...and HERE Get Vitamin E (as D-Alpha Tocopherol) HERE and HERE

Do you have the itch to run a race but have no idea where to start or what to do to prepare? Don't think you even can run a race...but are a little curious if maybe, possibly, one day you could??Beverly Asante joins me today and dishes on all the things you can do to prepare for and successfully run a race! Whether you're thinking 5k or a half marathon, this is the episode for you!Beverly is a former competitive high school and university athlete turned couch potato, who is now back on track as a half marathon runner. As a Certified Distance Running Coach and Certified Nutrition Coach, Beverly has walked (or rather: run!) the talk. She has even written a book entitle "Ace the Half" that has everything you need to know to successfully run a half marathon with ease. Beverly dishes on all the reasons why it's great to run and helps give ways to combat all the obstacles (aka excuses) we put up to keep us from running! Even if you've been injured, or just winced at the word "run", listen in for some hidden gems - tips to live a healthier lifestyle no matter what your running status!Get Beverly's book, Ace the Half, HERE!To take the "What's your Half-Marathon Readiness Score?" Quiz, click HERE Connect with Beverly Asante on FacebookConnect with Jennie on IGConnect with a Healthy Living Community

Being a mom that leads your family in healthy habits is being a mom in tune with your holobiome! Do you know what the plant and human holobiomes have in common and why it matters to your health? My guest, Jennifer Maynard, comes with her wealth of knowledge to shed light on how our holobiomes impact our health. Jennifer Maynard has a fascinating journey: from foraging off the land in Alaska to a career in Biotech to studying the impact that food has on our health and now being CEO of Nutrition for Longevity. Plants and humans have a symbiotic relationship when it comes to our holobiome…but what does that mean? Simply put, by eating more plants, we increase our health span and improve our health. Listen to discover : What the human and plant holobiomes are and why they matter What Regenerative farming is and what impact that has on your health Why eating more plants improves your and your child's health Tips how you can encourage your kids to eat more veggies Why our food is different from food in most other countries Why what you eat has an effect on illnesses like diabetes and cancer and alzheimers Medically Tailored Nutrition/Meals Website Longevity Focus Website Discount Code for 20% off your first 2 orders for meals at Nutrition for Longevity:  MOMS20  https://www.cell.com/cell/pdf/S0092-8674(22)00398-1.pdf (Dr. Longo's Cell Article: “A sustained change from the typical Western diet to an optimal diet rich in legumes, whole grains, and nuts with reduced red and processed meats is associated with an increase in life expectancy of 10.7 years in females and 13 years in males if started at age 20, and over 8 years of increased life expectancy when started at age 60 (Fadnes et al., 2022).)   Connect https://www.instagram.com/jenniehardy/ (with Jennie on IG) Connect with a https://urlgeni.us/facebook/JwJ2HL (Healthy Living Community)

Do you wash your face? Do you need to be convinced it is a good thing to do? In today's episode, we make the case for your face! I'm coming in hot giving you 6 reasons why you need to wash your face – starting today! And I close out with some hot tips of all the things you were wondering about washing your face. Use this practical episode to ignite a new habit or reinforce the good habit you have: washing your face. Grab your CheatSheet here to get all the tips on one place! Connect https://www.instagram.com/jenniehardy/ (with Jennie on IG) Connect with a https://urlgeni.us/facebook/JwJ2HL (Healthy Living Community)