Solutions Pod

Most of us have a general awareness about the harmful chemicals in skincare/ haircare products and cosmetics, but the solutions are not as well-known. Svetlana, the founder of Solidamie will tell us more about the beauty industry in the US and Europe, whilst sharing possible ways to reduce harmful effects for you and your family. In this Solutions Pod episode, we discuss why SLS-free (sodium lauryl sulfate-free) haircare products are your best choice and go deeper into diverse natural hair care routines. Justin Lewis even gets to share his personal tips and tricks

Most of us are well aware of the fact that the mass-fashion industry contributes to devastating climate change consequences. But, did you know that the fashion industry can actually protect forests, invest in renewable energy and help communities thrive? Helena, the founder of Pushaoo will tell us how that is possible. In this Solutions Pod episode, we discuss the ‘new normal' ways for fashion to be an industry of positive change. You might have guessed that the material we hinted at in the title is hemp. There are so many amazing facts about hemp! In fact, hemp is a true carbon warrior. Did you know that hemp uses 1/20th the amount of water in comparison to cotton production to grow and process? Did you know that hemp farms were used in Chernobyl in attempting to clean the soil from toxins? Did you know that hemp items become softer the more you wear them, so most people love their hemp clothes more and more with time? If your clothes last longer, you buy less. These and many more incredible facts about hemp are discussed in this Solutions Pod interview. 

Jenica tells us how to reduce the amount of waste we produce, turning it into a fun and positive experience. We discuss a One Jar Challenge, which is a perfect way to identify some zero-waste starting points for you and your family. For example, have you tried a zero-waste banana bread that actually uses the banana peel, so none of the fruit gets wasted? Sustainable living is never boring, there is so much new to discover! 

If you're an American you probably have a deadly chemical in your blood. Watch this video to find out what it is and what you can do to avoid it along with other actions you can take to help solve the problem. In this episode, we are joined by Kyla Bennett from PEER.org an organization that assists government employees who blow the whistle on various Environmental and Health problems. Kyla talks about a type of harmful "forever chemical" which has ended up in 99% of American's blood at detectable levels. Just 70 parts per trillion are considered dangerous by the EPA and yet it's found in everyday consumer products, firefighting foam, and it's now been shown to be inside barrels that many pesticides are stored in which results in it getting in our food and water. It can cause deadly diseases like cancer in humans not to mention huge damage to aquatic and semi-aquatic animals like fish and frogs. Please share this information to help raise awareness so that this problem can be solved ASAP! This topic isn't fun or cheerful but we can't lose hope and forget our power to influence business and policy just by changing our consumer habits. Thank you for doing your part!

Solutions Pod episode 007 welcomes Dr. Jason Snyder, a professor at Appalachian State's Department of Sustainable Development to talk about bioregional regeneration, metamodern localism, homesteading, the end of civilization as we know it, and why he's optimistic. In this episode, we ask Jason why he's optimistic even as civilization continues to break down and explore how movements like permaculture can act as bridges between politically divided people. Jason also explains what bioregional regeneration and metamodern localism are and how these can be valuable tools for transitioning into a better type of civilization. 

Dr. Erlijn van Genuchten tells us how to implement healthy habits, reminding us about the importance of not being too harsh on ourselves and not expecting perfection. When we plan to run a marathon, we don't go for a marathon on day one, right? We train gradually and grow slowly. This is a great analogy for sustainable living too! In this interview, Erlijn tells us how to save money through sustainable living. We discuss climate anxiety and ways to not feel that burning worry about the future. Erlijn's background as a white-hat hacker and psychology has really helped her understand and implement sustainable living habits. Daily, she comes up with creative sustainable solutions to everyday living. Let us know what you think in the comments down below! 

Olivia Haas received a Certification of Holistic Nutrition from Hawthorn University. Her goal is to give people tools to understand the mind, body, and soul and create sustainable, long-term healthy habits with food, exercise, sleep, self-care, and mindfulness. In this episode of Solutions Pod, Olivia tells us how to build great habits when it comes to food and lifestyle. She uncovers the best foods to boost the immune system, as well as great dietary advice for those of us who suffer from gallbladder disorder. Olivia shares some amazing advice for people with hormonal imbalance and explains what oils are good and which ones are bad for us. Let us know your thoughts and ideas in the comments down below! 

Michael Atma is a meditation and mindfulness expert who lives and breathes meditation. He is an accomplished author, presenter, and entrepreneur. In this interview, we explore what meditation actually is. What it's like to be present. How to make your mind work with you and for you instead of against you. All of this and lots more are covered in this interview. 1:30 Michael Atma sharing his 1st meditation experience. 5:15 What it's like to be a Freedom Coach. 7:38 Mental health tips… how to shut your monkey mind and find some peace. 11:08 180 meditation techniques and passive/ active meditation explained. 15:14 Theta wave explained. 17:18 Scientific benefits of meditation. 21:46 Breathing techniques. 24:52 The effects of a pandemic on people's mental health. 27:58 Workplace meditations. 30:16 A six-month program for conscious leaders called EVOLVE. https://www.michaelatma.com/evolve/ 33:47 How to find more information. https://www.meditationdojo.com/ 

In this episode, find out how one Florida-based farm is solving the problem of hunger through community-oriented regenerative agriculture. Since the 1970s, ECHO has put its faith into action equipping Missionaries, NGOs, and community leaders with the tools they need to improve the lives of the communities they serve through self-sustaining food independence. Echo + Solutions Pod EP 003 with Danielle Flood. 1:11 Introducing ECHO and the challenges small-scale farmers face globally. 3:04 The resources ECHO provides 6:46 Sustainable farming solutions ECHO helps small-scale farmers to integrate 10:29 ECHO tours have become a local attraction 14:34 ECHO app has just been launched! 18:19 Danielle's personal most proud achievement with ECHO 21:47 Free-trial packets of seeds 25:11 What is next with ECHO? Online experiences are on the rise 27:28 How to become an intern or a volunteer with ECHO Everyone who is reading the comments, you are amazing and we are thankful you joined us!

Meet Solutions Pod: a series of live discussions with inspiring community leaders where we're exploring ways to unlock our human potential, including health, environment, and society at large. Today, a plant-based food entrepreneur Wen Raiti of Jacksonville, Florida's House of Leaf & Bean talks about her journey to health through clean eating and a plant-based diet. Together with J Harvey Lewis, the co-founder of NatureHub, and Kat Doe, a fellow tofu enthusiast, they also discover whether eating tofu is actually good for you, why you should have nuts for breakfast, and why every community-focused restaurant needs a meditation room. ⚡️Join more of in-depth discussions about healthier eating, easy and clean recipes, and obviously, the benefits of tofu on NatureHub app: https://naturehub.com 

Following Sustainable Fashion September on NatureHub app, we interviewed Gabriela Rocafort a.k.a. One Vegan in Heels. She runs an inspirational blog for women who want to look good, do good, and feel even better in a conscious, sustainable, and eco-friendly way. ⏱3:50 Intro to fashion evolution. Contamination, human rights problems, Fairtrade issues and animal/ resource exploitation9:16 Sustainable tips10:05 Greenwashing14:10 Work condition in the mass-fashion industry23:32 How to teach kids about sustainable living29:42 Sustainable businesses in Tampa, Florida Join us for this interview where Gabriela tells us about:✨Ethical fashion businesses in Tampa, Florida✨Some of her inspiring sustainable fashion tips✨Her philosophy on bringing up a child in an eco-conscious way✨Her future plans and ideas Find Gabriela at https://www.veganinheels.com Follow NatureHubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/naturehubofficialTwitter: https://twitter.com/nature_hubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturehub.official/Website: https://naturehub.com