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Dry brushing has been getting a lot of attention but most of what you're hearing stops at skin deep. The real story is what it's doing deep underneath. Your lymphatic system is your body's built-in detox network, and it's also directly connected to your stress response and nervous system regulation. When it's sluggish, you feel it... in your energy, your skin, your mood, and your ability to handle everyday stress they way you used to. Dry brushing is one of the simplest ways to get it moving again. (Simple + doable, yes please!) In part 3 of the Summer Self-Care Series, we're covering what dry brushing actually does for your body, the truth about cellulite, and 3 toxic skincare ingredients you need to remove from your routine immediately.   With over 3,000 chemicals available to cosmetic formulators, what goes on your skin matters as much as what goes in your body. Simple tool. Deeper benefits than you expected. Head over to the Treasured Wellness YouTube channel to see the exact brushes used. May this support you today! XO, Michelle ***Get your premium copy of the Treasured Wellness Whole Health Journal!   Ready to move from surviving to sustainable, God-centered energy? Book your Fatigue Freedom Breakthrough Call. This is a personal 30-minute Strategy Session where we uncover the real root causes of your fatigue and map out what your unique midlife body really needs. On this call, you'll get clear next steps so you can wake up with real energy, think clearly without fog, and show up fully for your family and calling. Book your  Fatigue Freedom Breakthrough Call today.   ***Join our community, Mind, Body. Restored.  to be supported, encouraged and educated as you take back your health WITH God at the center **Catch the Treasured Wellness Podcast on Substack  AND YouTube   ***DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Contact your own physician for any medical concerns you have. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Treasured Wellness, LLC, guests or contributors be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.  

In this lesson from the Gate of Repentance (Shaar HaTeshuvah), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the third and fourth stages of genuine repentance: sorrow and action. True teshuvah requires more than intellectual acknowledgment of wrongdoing. A person must feel genuine pain over the damage caused to their relationship with Hashem. Just as people experience deep anguish over financial loss, broken relationships, or personal hardship, they should feel profound sorrow when they recognize that their actions have created distance between themselves and their Creator. The purpose of this sorrow is not self-punishment but the restoration of closeness with Hashem, who continuously showers kindness upon us even when we fall short. Rabbi Wolbe explains that the depth of a person's repentance is often measured by the depth of their regret. The more a person appreciates Hashem's endless love, generosity, and patience, the more painful it becomes to realize how they may have misused those gifts. This emotional response reflects the purity of the soul, which naturally longs to reconnect with its Divine source. Teshuvah is fundamentally about repairing a relationship, and sincere remorse demonstrates how much that relationship truly matters. The episode then introduces the next stage: transforming repentance from an internal feeling into external action. Regret in the heart is essential, but it must eventually be expressed through tangible change. Throughout Jewish history, fasting, tears, altered routines, increased prayer, and visible acts of humility have served as physical expressions of repentance. Rabbi Wolbe explains that these actions help a person internalize the seriousness of their mistakes and demonstrate a genuine commitment to growth. The lesson concludes by highlighting the role of the eyes and the heart as gateways to both holiness and temptation. Tears, introspection, and disciplined action become tools for cleansing the soul and rebuilding one's connection with Hashem. _____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Peter & Becky BotvinRecorded at TORCH Centre in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on September 29, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 16, 2026_____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.orgv_____________Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Mussar, #MasterClass, #Repentance, #Teshuva, #TransformYourLife, #Repentance, #HealingTheSoul, #SpiritualRenewal,  ★ Support this podcast ★

Something cracked open inside Midlife Badassery this week — and Addie couldn't NOT talk about it.In this episode Addie shares what happened when a group of midlife women showed up for a free 7-day kickstart challenge and had some of the most profound transformation moments she's witnessed in 8 years of coaching. No $10k mastermind. No suffering. Just alter egos, daily prompts, and a whole lot of fun.In this episode:The one ingredient missing from every weight loss plan you've ever triedHow Addie lost 20 pounds from meditation alone — and why that made her furiousThe birth of Slayer — her alter ego born from rage at a broken systemWhy the "you only value what you pay for" coaching myth is bulls**tReal wins from real women in the community this weekWhy groups create exponential transformation (and what Human Design says about it)What happens when you stop measuring macros and start measuring joyCome spin the Midlife Badassery Archetype Wheel inside Midlife Badassery Free SKOOL community Midlife Badassery is open HEREFOLLOW/WATCH ON YOUTUBE addiebeall55Free Visioning Meditation (goes with Ep 160 Unlock Your Future: Create Vision for Midlife Transformation) Get Social with Me!Don't do it alone- us badasses gotta stick together ;)FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mefirstsisterhoodFacebook Namaslayer (LIVE Sundays at 9 AM Pacific / Noon Eastern)Instagram @addiebeall_namaslayer

What happens when one of the world's most legendary tropical fruit hunters, permaculture pioneers, and community builders sits down to talk about plants, purpose, spirituality, and the future of humanity? In this deeply inspiring conversation, Darin Olien welcomes longtime friend, ethnobotanist, permaculture educator, and visionary community creator Stephen Brooks for a wide-ranging exploration of regenerative living, plant intelligence, community building, food systems, and humanity's forgotten relationship with nature. From the global success of Down to Earth with Zac Efron to the creation of the Church of Fruit, the evolution of permaculture, tropical fruit exploration, regenerative communities, and Stephen's newest visionary project in Costa Rica, this conversation is a powerful reminder that the solutions to many of humanity's biggest challenges may already exist within nature itself. The question is whether we are willing to listen.     What You'll Learn How Down to Earth almost never made it to air The hidden challenge of translating complex ideas to mass audiences Why Stephen created the Church of Fruit How ritual, food, and community can fill a modern spiritual void What permaculture actually means beyond gardening Why perennial agriculture may be one of humanity's most important solutions How exotic fruit hunters are preserving genetic diversity around the world Why plants may be humanity's greatest teachers The future of regenerative communities and conscious living How technology is helping preserve indigenous wisdom Stephen's newest Costa Rican project: Eterna Why community, gathering, and real human connection matter more than ever     Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality 00:02:27 – Introducing Stephen Brooks 00:02:51 – The Down to Earth connection 00:03:18 – Punta Mona, Alegría Village, and 30 years in Costa Rica 00:03:36 – Stephen's newest project: Eterna 00:03:53 – The rise of the Church of Fruit 00:04:19 – Reconnecting people through nature and ritual 00:04:59 – How Darin and Stephen first connected 00:06:02 – The creation of Down to Earth 00:07:26 – The challenges of bringing meaningful content to mainstream audiences 00:09:58 – Life off-grid and observing modern culture 00:11:42 – Why education works best through experience 00:11:55 – The spiritual purpose behind the Church of Fruit 00:12:53 – Addressing modern society's spiritual void 00:13:57 – Stephen as a bridge between humans and plants 00:14:32 – The language of plants 00:16:20 – Why humanity has become disconnected from nature 00:16:56 – The incredible world of exotic fruits 00:18:31 – Plant collectors, seed preservation, and biodiversity 00:20:25 – Discovering new fruits from around the world 00:22:18 – Indigenous wisdom and preserving plant knowledge 00:23:05 – The culture of radical sharing in the plant community 00:24:22 – Sponsor: Shakeology 00:25:59 – The importance of preserving rare genetics 00:30:14 – What permaculture actually means 00:31:12 – Regenerative agriculture and the future of food 00:32:29 – Why current food systems cannot continue 00:33:25 – The concept of the perennial diet 00:34:50 – Meeting human needs with less energy 00:36:07 – Permaculture as a decision-making framework 00:37:47 – Why annual agriculture is energy intensive 00:38:50 – Creating abundance through design 00:39:49 – Learning directly from nature 00:40:29 – How disconnected society has become 00:41:18 – Covid, collective behavior, and social change 00:42:05 – The role of education in transformation 00:42:56 – Building EcoTeach and online communities 00:43:27 – Becoming a "karmic billionaire" 00:44:08 – Why consumer demand is changing the food industry 00:45:23 – Signs humanity is waking up 00:46:26 – Stephen's vision for the future 00:47:19 – Eterna: regenerative living meets community 00:48:42 – Creating event spaces for transformation 00:49:29 – Educational hospitality and regenerative design 00:50:08 – Integrating local communities into development 00:51:30 – Building schools, programs, and shared resources 00:52:03 – Music, festivals, and creating meaningful culture 00:53:17 – Floresta and educational gatherings 00:54:22 – Why community matters more than ever 00:55:12 – Loneliness, connection, and finding your tribe 00:56:01 – Not Your Average Garden Club 00:56:56 – The future of farm schools and regenerative education 00:57:25 – Final reflections on purpose, plants, and possibility     Thank You to Our Sponsors Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order. Shakeology: Get 15% off with code DARINO1BODI at Shakeology.com.     Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Stephen Brooks Website: eterna.earth Education: Ecoversity Instagram: @stephenrbrooks Join the World's Largest Garden Club Here! Attend: The Church of Fruit     Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness     Key Takeaway "Nature is not something separate from us—it is the original teacher, the original technology, and the original community. The more we align ourselves with the principles that forests, ecosystems, and living systems have been demonstrating for millions of years, the more abundance, connection, resilience, and purpose we create in our own lives. The future may not require inventing something entirely new—it may simply require remembering what nature has been trying to teach us all along."

Jodi Scott was pregnant when she opened her first aid cabinet and started reading the ingredient labels. What she found surprised her. The products people trusted for cuts, burns, and skin irritation contained ingredients she no longer felt comfortable putting on herself or her family.So she built Green Goo to prove that plant based first aid works.Jodi is the founder of Green Goo, a plant based first aid and herbal wellness company built from family remedies, herbal medicine, and a belief that what we put on our bodies matters as much as what we put in our bodies.. Today she joins Dr. Susan Fox for a conversation about skin, hormones, inflammation, and why the products sitting in your bathroom may be affecting your whole health and fertility.You'll learn:Ingredients like parabens, phthalates, petroleum, and synthetic fragrances are still found in many skincare and first aid products.These chemicals are now being found in follicular fluid, amniotic fluid, and placental tissue.How the skin and nervous system are connected.Why chronic inflammation and high cortisol can affect fertility.Three to four months before conception to reduce toxic exposures to eggs, embryos and fetus.How your skin sends signals that prioritizes survival or reproduction If you've cleaned up your diet and supplements but never thought much about your lotion, this episode will make you look at your medicine cabinet a little differently.Support your fertility journey with Preconception Plan at Health Youniversity. Learn more here: https://healthyouniversity.co/programs  

Let's Chat!!Boo, witches.Today we're opening a door that maybe should have stayed closed.Join River as she dives into the grossest ingredients ever used in historical magic. Animal hearts, bones, teeth, hair, blood, grave dirt, and more all played important roles in magical traditions around the world. But these ingredients weren't chosen just to be creepy—they carried symbolic meanings that reveal how people understood magic, energy, and the world around them.Discover the fascinating principles of sympathetic magic, learn why these strange ingredients made sense to our ancestors, and find out how modern witches accomplish the same goals without carrying around a pocket full of body parts.Support the showUntil then, Stay Witchy!!River's Etsy Store:  www.batsandbaublesinc.etsy.comWebsite: www.c3witchypodcast.comMerch: www.c3witchypodcastmerch.comOur wonderful logo is done by:  www.nellamarinadraws.etsy.comIntro and Outro Audio:podcast intro & outro music:Góða Nótt by Alexander NakaradaLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/4754-g-a-n-ttLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-liceSound from Zapsplat.com – Witches Cauldrons bubbling

You might know faithful but smaller churches that are struggling to keep going. Replanting and revitalisation could be the Lord's provision to bring new life to that gospel work.In this episode of In:Dependence, FIEC Associate National Directors Adrian Reynolds and Graham Beynon are joined by John James - current Lead Pastor at City Church Birmingham but formerly involved in a revitalisation or replant at Crossway Church.John shares his experience of joining Helier Chapel in Northfield, Birmingham, and leading a revitalisation - including a name change to Crossway Church - and the ingredients needed for such a replant or revitalisation.This is the fourth in a series of podcast episodes to explore different ways to plant a church.About In:Dependence: In:Dependence is FIEC's official podcast, where you'll hear conversations on topics for church leaders.Podcast music: Drifting by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Future Infinite⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.About FIEC: We are ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a fellowship of Independent churches⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with members of the family across England, Scotland and Wales. Our mission is to see those Independent churches working together with a big vision: to reach Britain for Christ.00:00 - Introduction05:35 - Ingredients of a revitalisation11:05 - The desire to replant13:40 - Making changes in a replant21:07 - Church structures and church dreams25:42 - Vision, leadership, and core team at Crossway30:08 - Managing group dynamics in a revitalisation

After a health scare in her twenties, Melissa K. Norris returned to her roots with traditional, from-scratch cooking—and never looked back. In this episode, she shares the simple swaps that make a big difference, her favorite freezer and batch-cooking tips, and why it's easier than you think to build nourishing kitchen rhythms. We also chat about her updated cookbook Home and Handmade, a practical and inspiring guide for anyone wanting to cook with real ingredients and a whole lot of heart. Tune in for encouragement and doable ideas to make old-fashioned cooking work in your modern life!In this episode, we cover:Melissa's health journey and how it led to a total shift toward from-scratch, whole-food cookingWhy starting with the most frequently eaten foods makes the biggest impact on health and budgetCommon harmful ingredients to avoid and easy one-for-one swaps for better oils, sugars, and saltsThe myth that homemade food is hard—many convenience foods can be replaced in minutesEncouragement that old-fashioned kitchen skills are doable and worthwhile, no matter your lifestyleBatch cooking strategies for breakfast, dinner, and baked goods that reduce stress and food wasteUsing freezers effectively: pre-shaped doughs, cookie dough logs, veggie scrap bags, and bulk meatsThe power of simple routines, momentum, and planning just a day or two ahead– it doesn't have to be all or nothingMelissa's updated book Home and Handmade—a practical guide to whole food, herbal remedies, and homemade livingView full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.RESOURCES MENTIONEDHome and Hand Made by Melissa K. NorrisJoin my FREE masterclass to learn my 4-step framework for making money on YouTubeMaster the rhythm of sourdough with confidence in my Simple Sourdough courseGain the sewing knowledge and skills every homemaker needs in my Simple Sewing seriesTurn your content creation dreams into a profitable business with my YouTube Success AcademyKeep all my favorite sourdough recipes at your fingertips in my Daily Sourdough cookbookCONNECTMelissa K. Norris | Website | Podcast | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | Pinterest Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | PinterestDo you have a question you'd like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you'd like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Seth and Sean discuss the Spurs' blown lead last night, and dive into Jeff Passan's recipe for the Astros to turn things around before the trade deadline.

Seth and Sean assess what Jeff Passan says is the recipe for the Astros to try to turn things around before the trade deadline, react to Texas Tech head coach Joe McGuire trying to defend his QB Brendan Sorsby's eligibility situation, and where Henry Ruggs may end up playing if he's put on parole and released from prison in the next couple months.

What if your sex toy belonged on a doctor's shelf? Cynthia, founder of Luxxxe Toys, joins us for a conversation that's equal parts eye-opening and empowering. We dig into why pleasure and sexual wellness aren't just connected; they're inseparable. From the gaps in women's health research to why quality matters for what goes on and in your body, Cynthia keeps it refreshingly real. Plus: AVN, award-winning products, healing after trauma, and the conversation your doctor probably isn't having with you but should be.Use code JORDANDNELLE for a 30% listener discount. Expires July 31, 2026.✨ *Special Offers:* ✨*Splash Blanket!* Use code *Jordan15* to save 15%*ProDx Health* Use *JordanDnelle* to save 25%Thank you to our Sponsors: Splash Blanket, Prodx, PhexxJump to the Good Stuff:05:03 – From real estate to sexual wellness founder07:12 – Why pleasure and wellness are inseparable09:51 – The gaps in women's health research19:50 – AVN recap - what surprised Cynthia most25:15 – The award-winning Jaxon prostate massager30:34 – Luxury vs. budget toys - does it matter?34:10 – Surviving sexual abuse and healing through pleasure37:48 – First-time toy advice for the bedroom40:33 – What Cynthia wants to normalize next43:25 – How do you define pleasure?Pleasure Highlights:Pleasure is a health necessity, not a luxury.Women's bodies are understudied and we deserve better.The right products can support sexual healing.Toys enhance. They don't replace.Your body deserves clean, medical-grade quality.Connect with Cynthia:Instagram @luxx_toys  https://www.instagram.com/luxx_toys/ https://www.luxxxe.com/Enhance your self-awareness by acknowledging and understanding your behavior patterns, and foster a deeper connection with your inner self. Get the Unleashing My Power: A Women's Empowerment and Gratitude Journal to reclaim your power through daily gratitude. Learn more HERE. Connect with Jordan D'Nelle:Facebook @‌jordandnelle Instagram @‌jordandnelle Instagram @‌TheVVVPodcastTikTok @‌jordandnelleYoutube @jordandnellewww.jordandnelle.comEmail: JordanDnelle@VaginasVulvasandVibrators.comLove this Episode?Join the Patreon: patreon.JordanDnelle.comLeave a review on iTunes.Subscribe & Follow on socials!Listen and Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple PodcastsSpotify Podcasts:Youtube @jordandnelle*Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed are my own, or those of my guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or institutions with which I am affiliated.Vaginas, Vulvas, and Vibrators — normalizing pleasure, bodies, and sexual health through expert, shame-free conversations.PhexxINDICATIONPhexx® is an on-demand prescription birth control used to prevent pregnancy. Phexx is not effective when used after sex.IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONRare cases (0.36%) of bladder and kidney infection have been reported. If you have a history of urinary tract problems that keep coming back, you should not use Phexx.Contact your healthcare provider if you are experiencing genitourinary side effects such as vaginal burning, itching, discharge, genital discomfort (including in male partners), yeast infection, urinary tract infection or bacterial vaginosis.Phexx does not protect against any sexually transmitted infections, including HIV. Avoid using Phexx with a vaginal ring.Avoid Phexx if you or your sexual partner is allergic to lactic acid, citric acid, potassium bitartrate, or any of the Ingredients in Phexx. Stop using Phexx If you develop an allergic reaction.For more information about Phexx, talk to your healthcare provider and see full Product Informationat www.phexx.com.Please report side effects by contacting Evofem Biosciences® toll-free at 1-833-EVFMBIO or contact FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.EVFM-PHX-000068

Episode 352 hosts Dr Tania Romano (Head of Medical & Education for SkinCeuticals & skinbetter science ANZ) In this episode we go on a deep dive into what actually works when it comes to skincare - whilst debunking what might just be good marketing. Tania cuts through an oversaturated market to explain why ingredient quality, concentration and pH matter far more than what some labels usually advertise. She then makes the evidence-based case for the some of the active ingredients that patient should consider using daily: Vitamin C and retinoids Our conversation demystifies antioxidants and free radicals, the science behind both CE Ferulic Vitamin Serum (made by SkinCeuticals) & Alto Defense Serum (made by Skinbetter Science), and why using a combination of ingredients and antioxidants trumps using Vitamin C on its own. Tania then explains the retinoid ladder and how retinoids drive collagen synthesis at the cellular level. She sheds light on why Alpharet (made by Skinbetter Science) wasn't available for several years in Australia and how to best use this product. We reframe the patient consult to improve patient compliance with home skincare and finally - David admits he uses beef tallow! 00:00 Introduction 01:20 Meet our Special Guest: Tania Romano 04:27 Skincare Market Overload 06:10 Cosmeceutical Vs Cosmetic 08:00 Vitamin C Formulation Secrets 09:26 Kids And TikTok Skincare 10:31 Education Vs Marketing 16:58 Top Three Evidence Based Actives 20:23 The Role Of Antioxidants 27:11 How To Use Vitamin C Correctly 32:02 Sunscreen And Skin Aging 35:14 Alpharet Returns To Australia 38:35 Understanding Retinoids 42:09 How Retinoids Build Collagen 44:35 How To Use Alpharet 46:02 Skincare As A Long Term Routine 48:00 How To Tell If A Brand's Science Is Real 49:28 Choosing Science Backed Brands 50:52 Conference Wrap And Outro DOWNLOAD OUR NEW APP IA COMMUNITY: DOWNLOAD FOR APPLE DEVICES DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID DEVICES THEN GET A FREE 30 DAY SUBSCRIPTION (after you've downloaded the app and signed up for free): FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS/NON-CLINICAL PROFESSIONALS

NASA on Tuesday announced the four astronauts, three Americans and one Italian, who will crew its Artemis III mission, which is set to launch next year. They spoke with Mark Strassmann about the mission and the main obstacle they face.For the first time in more than 25 years, the FDA has approved a new sunscreen ingredient. Bemotrizinol has been used in Europe and Asia for decades. Dermatologist Dr. Rachel Nazarian explains how it's different, what it means for consumers and why it took so long to get approved.Bettors have wagered millions of dollars on platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi as rumors swirl surrounding the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Jo Ling Kent has more.NASA administrator Jared Isaacman talks with "CBS Mornings" about the astronauts selected for the Artemis III mission, how this mission is different and a potential moon landing in 2028.An Air Canada pilot is accused of flying 900 flights over 17 years without a proper license. The man used false documents after being promoted to captain in 2009 until his retirement last year, authorities said. He did have a valid commercial pilot license, but never got the license required to act as a captain.The World Cup kicks off on Thursday and the U.S. men's national team begins its quest against Paraguay on Friday, led by veteran defender Tim Ream. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about expectations for the U.S. men's national team, his leadership and more.Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to reveal Amazon's best books of the year so far and why they made the list.Musician G Flip first rose to fame in Australia but has become a global star since their song "Bed of Fire" appeared in the series "Off Campus." They speak to "CBS Mornings" about how the song's popularity has impacted their music, family support and advice for young artists.

Ready for real change? Find free support today ▶ https://highnoon.org/ If life has felt heavy lately… If motivation feels low, bad habits keep winning, or everything feels like survival mode, this conversation is for you. In this solo episode, Andrew talks about something most people never think about: vitality. Because breaking free from porn, unhealthy habits, emotional numbness, or feeling stuck doesn't usually start with trying harder. It starts with learning how to feel alive again. Andrew shares why so many people feel depleted, how scrolling, isolation, and distraction quietly steal energy, and why gratitude, purpose, relationships, and intentional living matter more than we realize. What you'll hear in this episode: • Why bad habits often grow when life feels empty • The connection between vitality and sexual integrity • How scrolling, distraction, and isolation quietly drain energy • Why gratitude is more powerful than most people realize • How to build a life that actually feels meaningful • Practical ways to feel more alive again One of the biggest reminders? Healing isn't just about stopping destructive habits. Sometimes it starts with building a life that feels worth showing up for. If you've ever felt stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed, or trapped in cycles you can't seem to break, this episode is worth listening to. Ready to stop drifting and start building a life with purpose?

What happens when a little girl collecting bush fruits in outback New South Wales, not knowing she was poor, just knowing she was rich in country, grows up to launch the first-ever Australian Native Food Festival and win the most prestigious trailblazer award in the industry? You get Sharon Winsor. In this extraordinary conversation, Sharon joins Tawnya Bahr to tell her story with radical honesty: the stillbirth that cracked her open at 21, the domestic violence that nearly took her life, the government consultant who told her bush foods would "never belong on a plate in a restaurant," and the quiet, relentless determination that built Indigiearth into something far bigger than a food business. This is an episode about food sovereignty, cultural responsibility, and what it actually means to give back not once a year during Reconciliation Week, but every single day. Episode Highlights [17:00] — "It has purely been built on the back of desperation": survival, healing, breaking cycles [29:00] — The government consultant who said bush foods would "never belong on a plate in a restaurant" [46:30] — The jar of bush fruits confiscated at school and reported to welfare as "dirty food" [51:00] — Grassroots vs. bandwagon: who really owns the native food space [55:30] — What respectful engagement with native ingredients actually looks like for chefs [1:14:00] — Building the Australian Native Food Festival: $22k personal debt, 10,000 attendees, $225k back to Aboriginal businesses [1:26:00] — Winning the inaugural Bill Granger Trailblazer of the Year — the car park, the big screen, the speech she can't remember [1:32:00] — The Australian Native Food Festival returns: 25–27 September at Carriageworks, with the First Nations Bush Food Alliance delivering the industry trade day [1:35:00] — Quickfire round: lemon myrtle, quandongs, kangaroo, morning coffee on the veranda, and a horse that keeps her sane Key Takeaways On cultural responsibility over commerce: "Indigiearth is not a food business. It is so much more than that." Sharon built her brand not chasing profit but chasing healing — and the community that came with it. On what respectful engagement actually looks like: "Native foods is more than just an ingredient. It connects us to country, to storylines, to trading with our tribal areas, our songlines, Mother Earth. It's so deeply embedded in who we are as Aboriginal people." Chefs and businesses who want to use native ingredients are welcome — but they need to do the work. On the tokenism problem: Sharon has sat in high-end restaurants and asked a waiter where the native ingredient was — only to have the chef come out and admit they were out of it. "Guys, that's not okay. You're misrepresenting what our food is. You're bastardising the industry." On Reconciliation Week: "Aboriginal people didn't start that. Why are we needing to be the ones doing the reconciling?" Sharon only works with organisations that do the work year-round, not just when it's on the calendar. On backing herself when nobody else would: She went into the first Australian Native Food Festival knowing she couldn't cover all the costs. She covered the $22,000 deficit herself. "I had to back myself and I had to back the bigger vision." On the rise of all of us: "It's not about the rise of one of us. It's about the rise of all of us." About Sharon Winsor Sharon Winsor is a Ngemba Weilwan woman, award-winning Indigenous chef, and the founder of Indigiearth — a native food business grounded in over 30 years of cultural knowledge, community connection, and hard-won resilience. Born in Gunnedah, NSW, Sharon grew up foraging on country before bringing that knowledge to Sydney, then Mudgee, and eventually to the national stage. She is the creator and driving force behind the Australian Native Food Festival, the first of its kind and a founding member of the First Nations Bush Food Alliance, a peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the native food industry. In 2023, Indigiearth won the prestigious Outstanding Native Producer trophy at the delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards, and in 2026, she was named the inaugural Bill Granger Trailblazer of the Year at the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Awards, presented by Kylie Kwong. People & Places Mentioned Kylie Kwong — Longtime ally, friend, and the person who told Sharon she belonged in the room at the Good Food Awards. Presented Sharon with the Bill Granger Trailblazer award Ben Shewry — Featured at the Australian Native Food Festival cooking demonstrations Karima Hazim — Also featured at the festival Aunty Beryl — Shared cultural stories on stage with Kylie Kwong at the festival Raylene Brown, Aunty Pat Torres (Kimberley), Sharon Brindley (Victoria) — Co-collaborators on the First Nations Bush Food Alliance, working together for over ten years Bill Granger — The award bearing his name, in partnership with his family, was presented for the first time at the 2026 Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide Awards. Indigiearth — Sharon's native food business, now including retail products, events, catering, Warakirri dining experiences, and more Carriageworks, Sydney — Host venue for the Australian Native Food Festival Gunnedah, Rocky Glen, Coonabarabran, Gulargambone, Mudgee — The country that shaped her Dates for Your Diary Australian Native Food Festival: 25–27 September, Carriageworks, Sydney, featuring the First Nations Bush Food Alliance industry trade day Resources & Links Indigiearth: Indigiearth.com.au First Nations Bush Food Alliance: Follow Sharon on social media for the relaunch announcement If you're a chef or a business that wants to use native ingredients respectfully, Sharon is open to masterclasses and conversations. Reach out via Indigiearth. Have a story to share or a topic we should dive into? Drop us a line. About Straight To The Source Straight To The Source brings you closer to the chefs, producers, growers and makers across the entire food chain, the people shaping where food is headed and why it matters. Hosted by food experts Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon. Follow, rate and review Straight To The Source to help more people discover the stories shaping Australia’s food and hospitality industry. 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As the obsession with expensive, make-me-look-younger skin care products rages on, the public deserves to know why some of these products are concerning. There are real medical reasons for young people to avoid these products. We explain which ingredients should be avoided in the tween and teen years, and which ingredients actually help (yep, there are some good ones out there!). This episode isn't about the bananas nature of already young people seeking younger-looking skin, but rather the potential risks that can come from slathering this stuff all over themselves.  Show Notes: Bright Girl Beauty by Dr. Angela Casey Watch the full episode on Youtube! Join the LESS AWKWARD MEMBERSHIP HUB Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/TISA #rulapod Download Cash App Today: FAMILY10 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures Go to Quince.com/AWKWARD for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns.  Download the FREE Playbook for Getting Your Kid to Talk Order our book This Is So Awkward Check out all our speaking and curriculum at www.lessawkward.com and our super comfy products at www.myoomla.com To bring us to your school or community email operations@lessawkward.com To submit listener questions email podcast@lessawkward.com Produced by Peoples Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Wendi shares why she believes old-fashioned kitchen skills are becoming important again as families navigate rising grocery prices, busy schedules, and financial stress. From whole chickens and dry beans to whole grains and food storage, this episode explores practical ways to stretch food, reduce overwhelm, and create more peace at home. Why simple foods fed large families for generations The emotional and mental load moms carry around meals Learning to cook with beans, whole grains, and whole chickens How Wendi's mother cooked every meal from scratch Feeding a family of nine on a budget Sneaking pureed beans into spaghetti sauce and brownies How to cook dry pinto beans in the Instant Pot Why preparedness is really about creating options Using food storage to serve others during difficult times Why tiny kitchen skills build confidence and peace   Joyful Grain Method Guide - https://joyfulprep.kartra.com/page/grain Joyfully Prepared Kitchen Helper GPT- https://chatgpt.com/g/g-6a036c105688819194bac7b160ccb4b9-joyfully-prepared-kitchen-helper Simple Stove Top Beans Sort through 1 pound of dry pinto beans and remove broken beans or tiny rocks. Rinse well. Cover with several inches of water and soak overnight or 8 to 12 hours. Drain and rinse again. Add beans to a large pot and cover with fresh water by 1 to 2 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently for 1½ to 2 hours until soft. Add more water if needed during cooking. Season near the end of cooking. This week, try learning one practical kitchen skill: cook dry beans roast a whole chicken make homemade soup use whole grains freeze meal portions ahead of time Tiny skills build confidence. Confidence creates peace.  

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Shop my all-natural skincare products at Arvoti.com.Starting the homestead lifestyle is easier than most people think.Somewhere along the way, we got sold the idea that homesteading requires acres of land, a farmhouse, and cows at sunrise. It doesn't. The version most people never hear about starts in a kitchen, with a mason jar and a bag of scraps you were going to throw away.So many of us feel a pull toward a slower way of living right now, and there are real reasons behind it. Grocery prices keep climbing. Empty shelves still sit fresh in our memory. Ingredient labels read like a chemistry experiment. The systems we depend on feel more fragile than we were told they were.The skills I started with are small and practical. Homemade broth easily comes together from kitchen scraps. Sprouts grow on a countertop. Sourdough, fermentation, freezer jam, canning, homemade cleaners, and beeswax candles all fit into a normal week. A rotating pantry gradually builds itself two items at a time.None of it requires perfection. None of it requires land. It only requires starting.You'll Learn:[0:00] Introduction[3:58] How the system profits when you stop cooking from scratch[5:53] Turning kitchen scraps into nutrient-dense broth for pennies on the dollar[8:14] Growing sprouts on your countertop with just a Mason jar[10:05] Why store-bought bread tastes like chemicals once you bake your own[13:21] Sauerkraut, slowness, and the forgotten power of fermentation[14:56] Freezer jam, rhubarb pink lemonade, and why canning brings peace, not fear[20:09] Homemade citrus vinegar cleaner and beeswax candles that double as prep[22:13] Remembering the masked Walmart arrows and never being caught unprepared again[26:33] Why the people coming to take your preps won't make it up the driveway[28:49] Four generations lost these skills, but yours is taking them backResources Mentioned:How To Use A Sourdough Starter | ArticleHomemade Sourdough Dinner Rolls | RecipeChocolaty Sourdough Brownies | RecipeJoin my Homestead Prepper's Guide to Canning Course to learn how to start canning today!Find more from Gubba:Gubba Homestead | X | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | WebsiteGubba Homestead Products | Shop

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What happens when a data-driven nutrition scientist sits down with one of the wellness world's biggest advocates for whole-food living and tackles some of the most controversial nutrition debates head-on? In this powerful and nuanced conversation, Darin Olien welcomes naturopathic doctor, researcher, educator, and science communicator Dr. Matthew Nagra for an evidence-based exploration of plant protein, muscle growth, fiber, seed oils, saturated fat, nutrition misinformation, social media influencers, and the future of nutritional science. Together they unpack why outcomes matter more than mechanisms, why plant proteins perform just as well as animal proteins for strength and muscle gain, the truth about seed oils and omega-6 fats, the overwhelming evidence supporting fiber consumption, and how people can learn to evaluate nutrition claims more critically in a world flooded with misinformation. This episode is a masterclass in scientific literacy, critical thinking, and practical nutrition. What You'll Learn Why plant protein performs just as well as animal protein for muscle growth The difference between nutrition mechanisms and real-world outcomes How social media amplifies nutrition misinformation Why Dr. Nagra began challenging viral dietary myths The strongest evidence supporting plant-based nutrition What the research actually says about seed oils The truth behind omega-6 to omega-3 ratios Why beef tallow isn't the miracle food social media claims How fiber may be the most important nutrient most people ignore What the Plant-Based Diet Index reveals about longevity The Stanford twin study and what it found about plant-based diets How to become more scientifically literate in a confusing nutrition landscape Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Tru Niagen and the science of NAD+ 00:02:37 – Introducing Dr. Matthew Nagra 00:03:22 – Why nutrition misinformation spreads so easily 00:05:15 – Matthew's mission to bring scientific literacy to nutrition 00:06:27 – Seeing the real-world consequences of viral health advice 00:07:03 – Why social media nutrition myths affect actual patients 00:08:06 – The evolution of nutrition science over the last decade 00:08:32 – Plant protein versus animal protein: where the debate began 00:09:17 – Essential amino acids and protein quality explained 00:09:40 – Why combining plant foods solves amino acid concerns 00:09:57 – Digestibility scores and the reality of protein absorption 00:10:36 – The landmark vegan versus omnivore muscle growth studies 00:11:15 – Why outcomes matter more than mechanisms 00:11:44 – The exercise analogy that explains nutrition science 00:12:30 – Social media fearmongering around lectins, oxalates, and plants 00:13:05 – Do nutrition influencers actually believe what they promote? 00:14:27 – The dangers of extreme dietary ideology 00:15:19 – Health misinformation versus harmless misinformation 00:16:01 – Why poor dietary choices can take decades to show consequences 00:16:27 – Sponsor: Fatty15 00:20:08 – Human adaptability and delayed health consequences 00:21:29 – Darin's vision for a more plant-forward future 00:22:17 – Plant-based momentum, backlash, and social narratives 00:23:14 – Media influence and public confusion around nutrition 00:24:14 – Why "just eat more plants" remains powerful advice 00:25:09 – How Matthew helps people understand scientific research 00:25:45 – "Doctor Nagra cured my science illiteracy" 00:26:12 – The power of live nutrition debates 00:27:16 – Why real-time debates reveal weak arguments 00:27:43 – Today's hottest nutrition controversies 00:28:07 – Ultra-processed foods and the growing nuance in the discussion 00:29:01 – What actually makes a food ultra-processed? 00:29:29 – Saturated fat, butter, and beef tallow 00:29:55 – The Minnesota Coronary Experiment controversy 00:31:13 – Cherry-picking studies versus evaluating the full body of evidence 00:32:03 – Why polyunsaturated fats continue to show benefits 00:32:38 – The strongest arguments for eating more plants 00:33:01 – Why fiber may be the most powerful nutrient in nutrition 00:33:42 – Patreon break 00:35:15 – The Plant-Based Diet Index explained 00:35:51 – Swapping animal protein for plant protein and reducing mortality risk 00:36:31 – Matthew's personal journey into plant-based nutrition 00:37:28 – Losing weight and improving asthma through dietary change 00:38:23 – Going fully plant-based and staying consistent 00:39:02 – The influence of Earthlings and animal ethics 00:40:14 – Commitment, discipline, and lifestyle change 00:41:05 – Following the evidence wherever it leads 00:42:08 – Being wrong, learning, and improving scientific understanding 00:42:49 – The joy of dissecting studies and uncovering nuance 00:43:39 – Checking bias and evaluating animal-food research fairly 00:45:37 – Environmental contaminants and modern food systems 00:45:58 – Matthew's 40,000-word seed oil review 00:46:48 – How seed oils are actually processed 00:47:26 – Bleaching, refining, and common misconceptions 00:47:58 – Omega-6 fats and inflammation myths 00:48:43 – The omega-6 to omega-3 ratio debate 00:49:24 – Why increasing omega-3s matters more than avoiding omega-6s 00:50:08 – Hexane, chemical extraction, and seed oil safety 00:51:11 – Beef tallow's resurgence and why it's happening 00:52:07 – What the evidence says about saturated fat 00:52:50 – Chocolate, stearic acid, and cardiovascular health 00:55:27 – New research on plant-based diets and biological aging 00:55:56 – Meeting Stanford researcher Christopher Gardner 00:56:33 – The Stanford twin study on plant-based eating 00:57:23 – Common criticisms of the twin study 00:58:03 – Funding accusations and scientific credibility 00:59:12 – Matthew's daily routine and nutrition habits 01:00:03 – How he tracks new nutrition research every morning 01:00:47 – Training, recovery, and building muscle on plants 01:02:13 – Soccer, strength training, and athletic performance 01:03:10 – Lane Norton, nutrition debates, and professional disagreement 01:04:22 – The future of nutrition communication and public education 01:05:00 – Final thoughts on evidence, health, and helping people think critically Thank You to Our Sponsors Truniagen: Go to www.truniagen.com and use code DARINOLIEN20 at checkout for 20% off Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout. Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien Find More from Dr. Matthew Nagra Website: drmatthewnagra.com Instagram: @dr.matthewnagra Book an Appointment Here! Download: Free Cholesterol Guide Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness Key Takeaway "The most valuable nutrition skill in today's world may not be knowing what to eat—it's knowing how to think. In an age of viral misinformation, cherry-picked studies, and extreme dietary tribes, the ability to evaluate evidence, understand nuance, and focus on real-world outcomes becomes a superpower. The strongest dietary patterns consistently point in the same direction: more whole plant foods, more fiber, less dogma, and a commitment to following the evidence wherever it leads."  

Special offer for Midlife Conversations listeners: https://puritywoods.com/nataliejill for up to 38% off - a special savings of $5 off each bottle of Dream Cream purchased and is the lowest savings you will find.  If you have ever turned a "clean" skincare bottle around, read the back, and not been able to pronounce a single ingredient, this episode is for you. The European Union has banned over 1,300 ingredients from skincare. The United States has banned 11. ELEVEN. So what are we actually putting on our faces every single day? And in midlife, when our hormones are already in flux, what are those ingredients doing to us? I sat down with Brian Vaszily (rhymes with PAISLEY), founder of TheArtofAntiAging.com and Purity Woods, who has spent over 25 years researching natural health and longevity. Brian is not a doctor. He is a researcher and educator who has worked alongside the most respected natural-health doctors of the last two decades. And he is here to tell us what is actually in our bathroom cabinets. I want to be really honest with you before we dive in: I am NOT 100% non-toxic. I still color my hair. There are products in my bathroom that are not clean. I am not preaching perfection. But what I DO take seriously is TOXIC LOAD, and that is the lens we go through this conversation with. We go DEEP on: Why your skin is an organ (the LARGEST one you have) and what that actually means for what you absorb The 1,300+ ingredients banned in the EU that are still legal in the US, including 9 commonly used ingredients Why the words "clean" and "natural" on a label mean absolutely NOTHING (zero regulatory definition) Endocrine disruptors and why they hit harder in menopause when our hormones are already shifting Parabens, phthalates, formaldehyde-releasers, oxybenzone, synthetic fragrance: what they do and how to spot them The "first 5 ingredients" rule that tells you 80% of what is actually in any product The truth about retinoids, niacinamide, and skin-lightening topicals like hydroquinone (banned across the developed world) Bakuchiol: the plant-based retinol alternative with comparable research The University of Rhode Island study on red maple leaf extract that researchers nicknamed "plant-based Botox" USDA Certified Organic on skincare: why it is the same federal standard as USDA Organic on food Can you layer Dream Cream with the products you already love? Yes, and how The 10-step bathroom audit you can do this WEEK to start lowering your toxic load TIMESTAMPS: 00:00. Why your skin is an organ (and what most labels are hiding) 06:00. EU banned 1,300+ ingredients. US banned 11. The full story. 18:00. Endocrine disruptors and why they hit harder in menopause 28:00. How to actually read a skincare label: the "first 5" rule 38:00. USDA Certified Organic: the only federal standard that means anything 45:00. Retinoids, niacinamide, and the truth about skin-lightening topicals 55:00. The maple leaf research and why Brian built Purity Woods 63:00. Can you layer Dream Cream with other products you love? 70:00. The 10-step bathroom audit you can do this week This is not a product pitch. This is a clean skincare education episode for midlife women who are tired of being lied to by labels.   Learn More About Brian Vaszily Instagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/puritywoodsinc   Website ➜ http://puritywoods.com/nataliejill    Thank you to our show sponsors:  LEELA: Get 10% off your first Leela Quantum order with the code NatalieJill at checkout  at https://midlifeconversations.com/leela  Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com   Connect with me on social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit   For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. 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This dessert is an easy French classic, and any fruit can be used really – raspberry, feijoa, peach, plum, prune, or the original, cherry. I'm using tamarillos as they're in season and warmed, they're absolutely gorgeous. Serves 4-6 Ingredients 3-4 tamarillos, scooped and sliced 5 medium eggs 8 tbsps. caster sugar + extra 5 tbsps. plain flour 2 tsps. vanilla extract 1¼ cup milk Cream to serve Butter to grease dish + extra Method Preheat the oven to 180°C and generously butter a large ovenproof dish. Scatter the tamarillos into the dish. Whisk the eggs with the sugar, then add the flour and whisk until smooth. Whisk in the vanilla and milk. Pour the batter over the fruit, dot some extra butter over the top, and bake for 30 minutes or so until just set in the centre, puffed, and golden. Serve with a final sprinkle of sugar over the top and drizzle with cream. Make it your own For a dairy free version, use plant-based milk. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

303: In today's episode, I'm joined by Justin Gardner, founder of Active Skin Repair, to discuss why so many people are swapping out traditional products like Neosporin for Hypochlorous acid. We break down how Hypochlorous acid supports the body's natural healing process, why dermatologists have largely moved away from Neosporin, and how this ingredient can be used for everything from cuts, scrapes, bug bites, and sunburns to eczema, acne, and diaper rash. We also discuss the skin microbiome, medical-grade skincare, and what to look for when choosing products for yourself and your family. Topics Discussed: → Why Neosporin May Be Doing More Harm Than Good → What Hypochlorous Acid Actually Is → How To Support Faster Wound Healing → Diaper Rash, Eczema & Skin Issues In Kids → Natural Alternatives For Cuts, Scrapes & Bug Bites → Medical Grade vs Cosmetic Hypochlorous Acid → Acne, Skin Health & The Skin Microbiome → Sunscreen, Sunburns & Everyday Skin Protection Sponsored By: → Active Skin Repair | Support powerful skin healing without harsh or toxic ingredients. For the next week, Realfoodology loyal listeners can get their biggest discount, 25% off all Active Skin Repair products, when you go to activeskinrepair.com and use code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout. After July 7, the code will return to the standard discount. Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:02:07 - The Problem With Neosporin → 00:05:35 - What Is Hypochlorous Acid? → 00:08:38 - Why Dermatologists Don't Recommend Neosporin → 00:11:28 - Diaper Rash, Baby Eczema & Kids' Skin Health → 00:13:37 - Wound Healing, Scarring & Chronic Skin Issues → 00:16:53 - Medical Grade vs Cosmetic Skincare Products → 00:19:45 - Spray vs Gel: Which One Should You Use? → 00:23:02 - Eczema, Dermatitis & Inflammation → 00:25:00 - Hypochlorous Acid For Acne & Breakouts → 00:27:05 - Protecting Your Skin Microbiome → 00:31:28 - Using Hypochlorous Acid On Pets → 00:32:23 - The Hydrating Serum Courtney Loves → 00:35:38 - What To Look For In A Mineral Sunscreen → 00:37:01 - Sunburns, Bug Bites & Skin Recovery → 00:37:51 - Final Thoughts + Where To Find Active Skin Repair Check Out: Justin Gardner → https://www.instagram.com/activeskinrepair Check Out Courtney:  →  ⁠LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE⁠ →  ⁠Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide!⁠ →  ⁠@realfoodology⁠ →  ⁠www.realfoodology.com⁠ →  ⁠My Immune Supplement by 2x4⁠ →  ⁠Air Dr Air Purifier⁠ →  ⁠AquaTru Water Filter⁠ →  ⁠EWG Tap Water Database⁠ Produced By: Drake Peterson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Cats are 40% of the pet market, but are somehow still chronically overlooked. Every innovation goes to dogs first. Even your vet's office is built for dogs first. Matt Michaelson, cofounder and CEO of Smalls, and his team have built an incredible cat-first brand precisely because of that blind spot.In this episode, I sit down with Matt to break down:• Why the cat industry is structurally underinvested (which includes VCs simply saying "I don't really like cats")• What "human-grade" actually means for pet food — and the sustainability trade-offs nobody talks about• Ingredient splitting: the regulatory hack that lets pet brands disguise what's actually in the bag• "Wrestling in the mud": a feedback culture where every hire is expected to disagree• Founders Pledge, and why committing 5% early changes the giving conversation laterBig thanks to Matt for coming on the pod and sharing the playbook behind Smalls.⏱️ Chapter Markers:00:00 — Why cats keep getting overlooked01:05 — What is Smalls? Cat-first brand, human-grade nutrition02:09 — What "human-grade" actually means (and the sustainability trade-off)04:26 — Health impact: allergies, ingredient splitting, and the regulatory hack06:31 — Why Matt chose cats: the market psychology nobody's pricing in07:20 — Why every VC and pet brand defaults to dogs first09:21 — From growth marketing to founder: building demand in a commoditized stack11:48 — Emerging channels worth watching (and why DTC is just a channel, not a model)13:17 — AI-native orgs: how the team uses AI without becoming a tech company16:01 — Human-supervised AI teams and what entry-level jobs look like now17:26 — "Wrestling in the mud": the air-grievances feedback culture19:39 — Founders Pledge: committing 5% early changes the whole conversation21:05 — Ingredient transparency: percentages on the label, fixing the labeling game23:32 — MPD's closing thoughts on the cat opportunityLinks:Matt Michaelson: LinkedIn Smalls: Website, LinkedIn, X Interplay: Website, LinkedIn, XMPD: LinkedIn, X

Walking by faith isn’t easy. It’s one thing to believe that God exists. But it’s quite another to follow a God we cannot see! Thankfully, the Bible describes exactly how to live out our faith! Pastor Mike Fabarez takes us to Hebrews 11, teaching us how to walk with confident trust in God.

In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Brian Campbell, ruminant product manager at Fortiva, explores how heat stress affects dairy cattle across multiple lactations and generations. He explains nutritional strategies, including yeast, chromium, and betaine, and why combining approaches improves resilience, intake, and milk production under varying climate conditions. Learn how to manage heat stress more effectively in dairy systems. Listen now on all major platforms!Click here to read the full research articles:Effects of feeding live yeast at 2 dosages on performance and feeding behavior of dairy cows under heat stressEffects of supplemental calcium salts of palm oil and chromium-propionateon insulin sensitivity and productive and reproductive traits of mid- to late-lactating Holstein × Gir dairy cows consuming excessive energySoybean hulls as a primary ingredient in forage-free diets for limit-fed growing cattle"Heat stress creates multiple lactation and multigenerational impacts across dairy systems, requiring nutritional strategies that support several biological pathways to maintain long-term productivity."Meet the guest: Dr. Brian Campbell earned his M.S. and Ph.D. in Animal Science from the University of Tennessee, along with a Master's in Agricultural Economics from Purdue University and an MBA from Indiana University Kelley School of Business. He has served as a research and extension professor at Virginia Tech and now works as a ruminant product manager at Fortiva, focusing on applied dairy nutrition solutions. Learn more on The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast with Dr. Brian Campbell. Listen now on all major platforms!Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:41) Introduction(02:17) Heat stress impact(03:30) Yeast role(04:40) Chromium effects(05:56) Betaine insights(07:31) Multi-ingredient approach(11:14) Closing thoughtsThe Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by the innovative companies:* Fortiva* Barentz* Vetagro* Kemin* Adisseo- DietForge- Esmilco Inc.- Virtus Nutrition

Beyond the labels: How to set goals and identify intervention ingredients for children with childhood-onset disabilities through the novel F-words Lens Tool (instructional)

375: Verve Market may be the next big thing when it comes to grocery shopping for those with IBS, food sensitivities, special diets, or just for those trying to avoid stevia, natural flavors, and just want to eat healthier overall. Imagine a grocery store curated entirely for you and your family specifically catering to your needs, and everything in that store you can choose! That's what Verve Market is doing when it comes to grocery shopping. I have the founder, Andres, on with me today as he shares his own experience with IBS and why he created Verve in the first place....it was out of his own desire and necessity to make grocery shopping less stressful, more enjoyable, and incredibly quick and easy without needing to drive anywhere! And the best part is that there's no membership or monthly fee!  With Verve Market, you can curate and cut out basically anything that doesn't serve you and your family's diet, even down to the spices in foods, so you can feel confident in what you are purchasing without taking 2 hours at the store, and you may even discover new items you thought never existed that you can still enjoy!  The founder has also requested those listening to give him feedback. So once you browse their website, please email him at hi@vervemarket.com with any suggestions you may have. This is all about community and customer experience and since Verve Market is brand new, they want to make sure the customer is getting what they want and are always looking to improve! So again, email them at : hi@vervemarket.com with your feedback and suggestions. Topics Discussed: → What Is Verve Market? → How Verve Market Works → Why Grocery Shopping Is So Difficult With IBS → Food Sensitivities, Allergies & Personalized Shopping → How Verve Differs From Thrive Market & Other Platforms → Hidden Ingredients, Natural Flavors & Label Reading → Making Healthy Grocery Shopping Easier For Families → The Future Of Personalized Nutrition & Grocery Shopping Get $60 off across your first three deliveries Go to: vervemarket.com/digest As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at digestthispod@gmail.com. And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By:  → Fatty15 | For 15% off the starter kit go to https://fatty15.com/digest Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:02:40 - Fatty15 Sponsor Message → 00:04:38 - Meet Andres + The Vision Behind Verve → 00:05:35 - How IBS Inspired Verve Market → 00:08:15 - Why Grocery Shopping Feels Like A Full-Time Job → 00:10:00 - How Verve Personalizes Your Grocery Experience → 00:12:45 - Hidden Ingredients, Natural Flavors & Label Reading → 00:14:50 - The Technology Behind Verve → 00:16:40 - How Verve Works For Families With Different Dietary Needs → 00:19:00 - Discovering Foods You Thought You Couldn't Eat → 00:20:45 - Customizing Foods, Ingredients & Sweeteners → 00:21:50 - Delivery, Pickup & No Membership Fees → 00:23:25 - How Verve Makes Money → 00:24:35 - What Makes Verve Different From Thrive Market → 00:27:30 - Is Online Grocery Shopping Better? → 00:28:15 - Grocery Shopping Without The Stress → 00:30:50 - Helping Parents Navigate Food Choices With Kids → 00:32:40 - The Challenges Of Healthy Grocery Shopping → 00:33:00 - Feedback From Customers & Healthcare Professionals → 00:34:25 - The Future Of Verve Market → 00:35:15 - Final Thoughts + Special OfferFurther Listening: →https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-worst-foods-for-ibs-bok/id1637478937?i=1000619110969 Check Out Verve Market: → Verve Market | https://www.instagram.com/vervemarketco/Check Out Bethany: → Bethany's Instagram: ⁠@lilsipper⁠ → ⁠YouTube⁠ → ⁠Bethany's Website⁠ → ⁠Discounts & My Favorite Products⁠ → ⁠My Digestive Support Protein Powder⁠ → ⁠Gut Reset Book ⁠ → ⁠Get my Newsletters⁠ (Friday Finds) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The most essential element of the Christian life is intangible. We can’t hold it in our hands or weigh it on a scale. So how do we know what “faith” really is? Pastor Mike Fabarez studies Hebrews 11, which not only defines but describes the essence of biblical faith!

In this special episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we bring you a crossover with The Poultry Podcast Show. Co-host Dr. Pratima Adhikari sits down with Dr. Jean Noblet, consultant in monogastric nutrition and former INRA Director of Research, who explains practical approaches for estimating net energy in poultry feeds. He discusses prediction equations, energy evaluation methods, ingredient variability, feeding tables, and the application of indirect calorimetry and comparative slaughter techniques. Learn how accurate energy values support better feed evaluation decisions. Listen now on all major platforms!Meet the guest: Dr. Jean Noblet earned his Agronomy degree from INA Paris Grignon and a PhD in Nutrition from Université Pierre et Marie Curie. After nearly four decades at INRA, his work advanced energy evaluation systems, calorimetry methods, and nutritional modeling for pigs and poultry. Today, he consults internationally on monogastric nutrition and feed energy evaluation. Listen to Dr. Jean Noblet on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms.Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:09) Introduction (01:30) Net energy equations (02:27) Feed energy evaluation (03:58) Ingredient variability (04:16) Feeding table selection (06:37) Energy measurement methods (08:40) Closing thoughtsThe Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Fortiva* Kemin- DietForge- Anitox- Poultry Science Association

Summary In our latest episode of The Daily Groomer, I sit down with Felicia Gutierrez, also known as the Profitable Groomer, to talk about the systems and habits that help grooming businesses stay profitable long-term. Felicia shares lessons from her experience working in corporate salons, private shops, and coaching groomers across the industry. We cover client retention, rebooking, getting customer feedback, marketing, and how small changes in communication and consistency can make a big difference in revenue.Timestamps07:53 Building a Profitable Van Fleet13:00 Maximizing Utilization for Profitability21:05 Mobile Grooming Hiring Process33:02 Van Energy Challenges & Insights43:22 Marketing, Expectations, and RetentionStay connected with our guest speakers! Follow them on their social media ⁠@theprofitablegroomer⁠. Curious about Teddy? You can ⁠sign up here⁠. For more grooming tips, insights, and stories, check out our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Groomer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Join and be part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Groomer Community⁠⁠!⁠

The FDA requires every ingredient to be listed. But there's a legal loophole that lets manufacturers hide dozens of chemical compounds behind a single two-word phrase — and it's on almost every product in your grocery store. In this video: → The NOVA food classification system — and why Group 4 is linked to 57 diseases → Why "natural flavors" can legally conceal up to 250 chemical compounds → The emulsifiers peer-reviewed research links to gut microbiome damage → The sub-ingredient loophole the industry uses to avoid full disclosure → 5 red-flag ingredients to check on every label → Why cumulative additive exposure has never been properly studied — and what that means for you Sources: Monteiro et al., NOVA classification (2009, 2018 update) Chassaing et al., "Dietary emulsifiers impact the mouse gut microbiota" — Nature, 2015 European Food Safety Authority, Titanium Dioxide reassessment (2021) National Toxicology Program, Report on Carcinogens — BHA WHO IARC Monographs — Processed meat classification We reveal what the food and health industries hide from you. Health Declassified is brought to you by Peter Wright & Kathleen Beauvais https://HealthDeclassified.com  peter@healthdeclassified.com    kathleen@healthdeclassified.com  Get our weekly newsletter for links to articles mentioned on the show, holistic health tips and news of future guests. Subscribe here   Content on our website, in our newsletter, in our audio and video episodes has been obtained from reliable sources, is for information only and should not be taken as medical advice. Check with your doctor before starting a new exercise or supplement programme especially if you have any joint, skeletal, mobility or digestive issues.  

What if one of the most powerful drivers of performance, engagement, and loyalty at work isn't strategy, technology, or mindset—but love? In this episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with Marcus Buckingham, one of the world's leading researchers on strengths, engagement, and human performance, to discuss insights from his latest book, Design Love In: How to Unleash the Most Powerful Force in Business. Marcus shares why organizations are facing a growing trust and engagement crisis, what leaders often get wrong when trying to motivate employees, and why creating positive experiences may be one of the most overlooked leadership responsibilities today. Tune in to learn: • Why love belongs in the leadership conversation • How positive experiences impact engagement, performance, and retention • The difference between managing people and helping them flourish • How organizations can create workplaces people genuinely love Whether you're leading a team, building a culture, or looking to elevate your impact as a leader, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what drives sustainable success. ABOUT MARCUS BUCKINGHAM: For over twenty-five years, Marcus Buckingham has been the world's leading researcher on strengths, engagement, and human performance. He began his career at Gallup and was the cocreator, with Donald O. Clifton, of StrengthsFinder. He is the New York Times–bestselling author or coauthor of many books, including First, Break All the Rules; Now, Discover Your Strengths; StandOut 2.0; Nine Lies about Work; and Love + Work. He has two of Harvard Business Review's most circulated, industry-changing cover articles and has been the subject of in-depth profiles in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Forbes, Fortune, Fast Company, TODAY, and The Oprah Winfrey Show. Connect with Marcus:   Order his book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1647829917?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_TF6RMHSXMAGSAXKZ6EF3&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_TF6RMHSXMAGSAXKZ6EF3&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_TF6RMHSXMAGSAXKZ6EF3&bestFormat=true    Website: https://www.buckinghaminstitute.com/    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-buckingham/  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the award-winning author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building. Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel's work has been featured in Forbes and she has had multiple TV appearances including NBC News Daily, ABC News Live, FOX Weather, ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago and more. Kristel lives in the Chicago, IL area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.  

Do you want to live an inspired Christian life? Do you want your walk with God to take you to new and exciting places? Pastor Mike Fabarez shows us the key component of a vibrant and ambitious faith.

Join us as Keala Kendall, author of the compelling gothic novel That Which Feeds Us, takes us through her creative process, the importance of representation in storytelling, and how horror can serve as a mirror to society's fears and unresolved histories. This conversation uncovers the layers behind her work, blending culture, history, and genre to provoke thought and evoke emotion. Main topics covered: Kendall's artistic process and how the novel evolved from initial inspiration The significance of Hawaiian history, colonialism, and land in her storytelling How research and world-building influenced the succinct yet powerful narrative The role of horror in exploring societal fears and marginalized voices The creative benefits of genre fiction, especially horror, in addressing difficult truths Personal journey: reading influences, media inspiration, and her experiences as a Pacific Islander author The novel's reception, including selection by Reese Witherspoon's Book Club, and its impact on conversations about Hawaii The importance of representation and amplification of Pacific Islander stories in publishing How fiction can be a tool for education and social change Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the novel That Which Feeds Us 00:30 - The inspiration and artistic process behind the book 01:25 - Use of horror to tell stories rooted in colonial history 02:16 - Hawaii as a gothic setting and its historical echoes 03:00 - How the novel balances brevity with depth and world-building 06:13 - Introducing the protagonist, Lihua, and her connection to Hawaii 07:03 - The significance of the book's title and themes of reciprocal land relationships 07:53 - The impact of the Reese Witherspoon Book Club selection 08:28 - What readers might discuss after reading the book 10:05 - Amplifying Pacific Islander voices and stories in publishing 11:17 - The concept of ghosts and history as a collective haunting 12:49 - Confronting Hawaii's dark history and media portrayals 13:17 - The influence of reading and media on her writing, including White Lotus and horror films 14:05 - Early ideas for the novel and Hawaiian cultural motifs in her stories 15:36 - How horror makes space for taboo topics and societal critique 16:24 - Early stories about sisters and the significance of land in Hawaiian culture 17:22 - Her transition from Massachusetts inspiration to homeland storytelling 18:07 - Influences from film and media, including Moana and Hollywood's depiction of Hawaii 19:02 - The intersection of media representations and authentic cultural narratives 20:58 - The pandemic's role in shaping her perspective on Hawaii's infrastructure 22:12 - Why horror's capacity for boundary-pushing makes it vital today 23:58 - The societal fears reflected in horror, from Godzilla to Get Out and Us 25:26 - The power of horror in sparking conversations and societal reflection 26:20 - Closing remarks and thoughts on the book's impact and importance Keala Kendall is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of How Far I'll Go and Nobody Gets Left Behind in Disney's A Twisted Tales series. Hapa Native Hawaiian, she is a co-founder of Pacific Islanders Publishing and a past organizer of the charity Books for Maui.

What if one of the most toxic products in your home isn't your cleaning spray, your cookware, or your water bottle… but the lip gloss sitting in your purse right now? In this eye-opening and deeply alarming conversation, Darin Olien sits down with clean beauty innovator, attorney, and consumer advocate Laura D'Alamo to expose what may be one of the biggest blind spots in modern health and beauty. After surviving triple-negative breast cancer and a near-fatal battle with COVID, Laura embarked on a two-year investigation into the cosmetic industry that uncovered a startling regulatory gap surrounding lip products, microplastics, toxic ingredients, and consumer safety. Together, they explore how lip products are regulated as external-use cosmetics despite being chronically ingested, why 80–90% of lip products may contain microplastics, how outdated regulations fail to reflect modern usage patterns, and why ingredients banned in food can still legally appear in products applied directly to the lips. They also discuss the launch of the Lip Service Alliance, the future of food-grade lip care, and how consumers can drive industry-wide change through awareness and purchasing decisions.     What You'll Learn Why lip products may represent a major overlooked toxic exposure pathway How cosmetics regulations differ from food and pharmaceutical regulations Why lip products are treated as external-use products despite being ingested The hidden role of microplastics in lip glosses, lipsticks, and lip balms Why flavored lip products may increase chronic ingestion How lip tissue differs biologically from normal skin The shocking absorption rates associated with oral mucosal tissue Why titanium dioxide is banned in European food but still used in lip products How outdated usage assumptions fail to reflect modern beauty habits Why the fastest-growing lip product market is girls ages 9–17 The mission behind the Lip Service Alliance How consumers can influence change through their purchasing decisions     Chapters 00:00:04 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality and frequency-enhanced wellness 00:01:59 – Introducing Laura D'Alamo and today's hidden toxic threat 00:02:35 – Triple-negative breast cancer and Laura's life-changing diagnosis 00:02:42 – Surviving COVID in the ICU and a profound existential awakening 00:03:00 – The cosmetic regulatory blind spot that changed everything 00:03:49 – Lip products containing thousands of microplastics per application 00:04:14 – Titanium dioxide, food bans, and regulatory contradictions 00:04:50 – The creation of the Lip Service Alliance 00:05:20 – Building the first food-grade lip care alternative 00:05:38 – Laura's legal background and journey through clean beauty 00:07:10 – Creating one of the first modern clean deodorant brands 00:08:23 – Innovation, consumer behavior, and predicting market shifts 00:09:29 – Consulting global beauty brands and seeing industry patterns 00:10:06 – Cancer diagnosis, purpose, and personal transformation 00:11:34 – Chemotherapy, ICU survival, and reevaluating life's mission 00:13:15 – The moment everything clicked into focus 00:13:59 – Returning to law and studying cosmetic regulations 00:14:25 – Why cosmetic regulations rarely keep pace with innovation 00:15:00 – Outdated assumptions still shaping modern beauty products 00:16:02 – Regulations built around usage patterns from decades ago 00:16:49 – Why this is a global issue—not just a U.S. problem 00:17:13 – Discovering the biggest blind spot in beauty history 00:18:15 – The late-night realization that launched two years of research 00:19:16 – Lip products classified as external-use cosmetics 00:21:02 – Why lip products are inevitably ingested 00:21:37 – Food-flavored lip products and TikTok taste-test culture 00:22:58 – Regulatory frameworks largely ignoring ingestion 00:23:53 – The EU's outdated lipstick usage assumptions 00:24:49 – The lead-in-lipstick controversy revisited 00:25:16 – Modern beauty consumers layering multiple lip products 00:26:16 – Heavy metals, PFAS, plastics, and cumulative exposure 00:27:12 – The $14 billion lip industry explained 00:27:34 – Why ages 9–17 are the fastest-growing demographic 00:29:00 – The shocking microplastic content of many lip products 00:29:44 – Why "clean beauty" often creates consumer confusion 00:30:15 – Hidden plastics even inside clean-positioned products 00:32:24 – Titanium dioxide and the food-versus-cosmetics paradox 00:33:20 – Genotoxicity concerns and cancer-related research 00:34:08 – Why regulators continue allowing it in lip products 00:35:04 – "You may love your lip products—but do they love you back?" 00:35:26 – The biological difference between lip tissue and skin 00:36:34 – Lip tissue as a highly absorbent biological portal 00:37:52 – Why standard skin testing may be misleading 00:38:17 – Testosterone, nicotine, and oral absorption comparisons 00:39:08 – Chronic exposure through ingestion and absorption 00:40:12 – Common sense versus regulatory assumptions 00:41:13 – Why parents react differently when children are involved 00:42:25 – The disconnect between protecting children and protecting ourselves 00:43:19 – Plastic detox research and fertility improvements 00:44:12 – Chronic inflammation and long-term health implications 00:45:07 – Quick wins consumers can implement immediately 00:45:47 – Why Laura spent two years building solutions before speaking publicly 00:46:30 – Launching the Lip Service Alliance 00:47:14 – Consumer awareness as the first step toward change 00:48:10 – Voting with your wallet and shifting industry behavior 00:48:52 – New scientific publications currently in peer review 00:49:50 – Creating new testing models for lip-specific safety 00:50:10 – Lip tissue absorbing up to hundreds of times faster than skin 00:51:00 – Why flavoring products encourages ingestion 00:52:14 – Petroleum-derived ingredients and bioaccumulation concerns 00:54:03 – Creating YAM: a 100% food-grade lip care company 00:55:29 – Building completely plastic-free packaging solutions 00:56:47 – Bioavailable ingredients and supporting natural lip biology 00:58:02 – The "dual pathway" problem: ingestion and absorption 00:59:00 – Hidden solvents and natural flavor loopholes 01:00:07 – Developing future food-grade lip products 01:01:04 – Why food-safe colorants are often illegal in cosmetics 01:02:28 – Regulatory barriers blocking safer innovation 01:03:37 – Simple policy changes that could transform the industry 01:04:23 – Darin reflects on Laura's relentless mission 01:05:32 – Why food-grade ingredients may work better biologically 01:06:21 – Regulatory modernization still missing lip-specific reforms 01:07:07 – The frustration of slow-moving bureaucracy 01:07:36 – Europe's timeline for microplastic warnings and bans 01:08:44 – Why consumers cannot afford to wait until 2035 01:09:29 – The aerosol-can analogy and how industries can change 01:09:49 – The role of consumer awareness and public pressure 01:10:38 – Why many brands don't even realize what's inside their formulas 01:11:18 – Inflammation, chronic exposure, and final warnings 01:11:57 – Closing thoughts and the future of lip safety advocacy     Thank You to Our Sponsors Shakeology: Get 15% off with code DARINO1BODI at Shakeology.com. Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order.     Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Laura DiGirolamo Website: https://yombeauty.com/  Instagram: @meetlauradigi Join: Lip Service Alliance     Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness      Key Takeaway "The biggest health threats are often the ones hiding in plain sight. Lip products are uniquely positioned at the intersection of ingestion, absorption, and chronic exposure, yet most regulatory systems still treat them as if they simply sit on the surface of the skin. Whether or not every concern raised in this conversation proves true over time, one thing is undeniable: consumers deserve better science, better transparency, and better products. And when enough people demand change, industries always find a way to evolve."

How do you move beyond AI experimentation and start building systems that can genuinely reason, act, and create value across an enterprise? Recorded at Adobe Summit in Las Vegas, this episode features Daniel Sheinberg, who leads cross-portfolio product initiatives for Adobe's Customer Experience Orchestration business. Daniel is at the center of Adobe's AI and agentic strategy, helping shape how some of the world's largest organizations think about the next generation of customer experiences. During our conversation, Daniel cuts through the hype surrounding agentic AI and explains what actually separates an AI assistant from an AI agent. We explore how advances in reasoning, memory, context awareness, and tool usage are enabling systems that can move beyond generating content to actively helping organizations achieve business goals. Daniel shares practical examples of how enterprises are using these capabilities to personalize customer journeys at a level that would have been impossible with traditional workflows. We also discuss the rise of AI-powered brand concierges, including how are using agentic experiences to create more meaningful customer interactions. Daniel explains why context is becoming one of the most valuable assets in enterprise AI, how businesses can prepare their data and systems for agentic workflows, and why governance, trust, and brand intelligence will play such an important role in successful deployments. If you're trying to understand where AI is heading next, what customer experience orchestration really means, and how businesses can safely deploy agentic AI at scale, this conversation offers a valuable look at both the opportunities and the challenges ahead.

The Operations Advantage: Why Clarity, Systems and Profit Are the True Ingredients for Business SuccessGuest: Tonya Odio, Operational Strategist and Founder of Executive Foundations Host: Julie RigaWhat if the secret to scaling your business had nothing to do with selling more, and everything to do with how you run things behind the scenes? In this episode, Julie Riga sits down with Tonya Odio, founder of Executive Foundations and author of The Operations Advantage. Together, they uncover what truly drives long-term business growth. Tonya brings a purpose-driven perspective: repeatable systems, workflow clarity, and profit awareness are the real foundations of a sustainable business. Whether you are a solopreneur or a seasoned CEO ready to scale, this conversation will transform how you lead.The Operations Advantage: Why Clarity, Systems and Profit Are the True Ingredients for Business SuccessAbout Tonya OdioTonya Odio is the founder of Executive Foundations, where she helps entrepreneurs scale with clarity, structure, and sustainable profit. With a career built behind the scenes of small businesses, guiding workflow and connecting operational dots, she developed a cross-functional understanding of how businesses truly run. Her debut book, The Operations Advantage: Business Success Beyond Sales, launches June 4th on Amazon.Fun Fact: Tonya loves a good steak paired with a fresh salad and a sweet, tangy dressing.The Three Ingredients for Business Success1. ClaritySuccess starts when you understand not only which systems your business needs, but how those systems support your growth. Get clear on your roles, workflows, and priorities. Move from reacting and putting out fires to operating with intention. Focus on one offer, master it, and refine it before expanding. Clarity is a leadership skill, not a luxury.2. SystemsStrong businesses are built on repeatable, flexible systems. Operations is simply a collection of systems, the routines and processes that power your business every day. The why behind your system matters as much as the what and the how. If a system does not support your goals, it does not belong in your business. The setup takes time upfront, but the long-term return in efficiency and profit is transformational.3. ProfitYour systems have a direct impact on your profit. You cannot just chase sales. You have to protect your margins. Audit your workflow regularly to find wasted time and unnecessary costs. Review your profit and loss statement every month. Identify which services carry the highest margins and promote those with intention. Audit your software stack too. Redundancy in tools quietly drains profit.Memorable Quotes"Operations is not a scary word. It is just how you run your business.""If you talk to businesses that have scaled to six or seven figures, it boils down to their repeatable processes.""It is not just the what and the how. It is the why.""We were not meant to do everything alone."Key TakeawaysClarity is a leadership skill. You cannot build what you cannot define.Systems are the real scale engine. Repeatable processes take businesses to six and seven figures.Profit is protected through awareness. Know your margins, your expenses, and your waste.You cannot do it all alone. Collaboration and delegation are the cornerstones of legacy building.AI is a system too. Use modern tools to analyze and streamline, then take action.Connect with Tonya OdioWebsite: executivefoundations.comLinkedIn: Tonya OdioBook: The Operations Advantage: Business Success Beyond Sales, available on Amazon June 4thConnect with Julie RigaPodcast Resource List: https://stacklist.app/julieriga#StayOnCourse #OperationsAdvantage #PurposeDrivenLeadership #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurshipSubscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts.Connect Everywhere:Website: www.julieriga.comPodcast: www.stayoncourse.ioLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/julieriga/Email: julie@julieriga.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We need to triple global energy production by 2050. Renewables are scaling fast, but the real wild card that could change everything might just be fusion. The physics and engineering are closer than ever, but there's a critical materials problem standing between us and unlimited clean energy.This week on Everybody in the Pool, Molly speaks with Dr. John Elling, a Los Alamos chemist turned serial entrepreneur who's working on a solution that he believes will change the world. Both fusion and next-generation fission reactors rely on enriched lithium isotopes, and existing enrichment methods are slow, expensive, and require massive facilities. Dr. Elling's company, Molten Salt Solutions, is developing a simpler, cheaper process and building the US's first commercial production facility for enriched lithium — the ingredient that could determine whether fusion energy ever actually reaches the grid.We talk about:The big problem facing both fusion and advanced fission right now: the unmet demand for fuelA refresher on the science behind enriched lithium and nuclear energyThe world's growing energy demands, and why fusion will help us meet the 3x demand we'll face by 2050Why the US dismantled its only enrichment facility and why Russia currently holds the only meaningful supplyHow Molten Salt Solutions' mercury-free, scalable process differs from how governments did it during the nuclear weapons eraThe race to supply fusion developers with material they need now, before commercial reactors even existWhy the current administration's push to reduce regulatory barriers for small modular reactors is accelerating demand for lithium-7John's case for why fusion is the final frontier of humanity's energy evolutionLinks:Molten Salt Solutions: https://www.moltensaltsolutions.com/All episodes: https://www.everybodyinthepool.com/Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/2EsDhwQC2zSubscribe to the Everybody in the Pool newsletter: https://www.mollywood.co/Become a member for the ad-free version of the show (and support future field trips): https://everybodyinthepool.supercast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is modern dating broken or are we just playing it too safe? Sexologist and soon-to-be sex therapist, Tori, joins us for a refreshingly honest conversation about why dating feels so exhausting right now. We cover the swipe-culture trap, why women keep settling for bare minimum, and the very real problem with using ChatGPT to write your texts. Tori breaks down what a real red flag looks like, why inconsistency is the number one relationship killer, and why dating yourself might be your best move yet. Plus, compliments, eye contact, and why your gym is the dating app you're not using.✨ Special Offers: ✨Splash Blanket! | Use code Jordan15ProDx Health | Use JordanDnelle to save 25%Thank you to our Sponsors: Splash Blanket, Prodx, PhexxJump to the Good Stuff:05:23 – Meet Tori, sexologist, sex therapist, & former exotic dancer06:17 – What even IS modern dating? The dopamine swipe trap explained07:32 – Why women are swearing off men08:59 – The best places to meet people IRL; apps aren't it17:27 – How to date yourself & be available while doing it19:59 – The ChatGPT dating problem24:04 – Red flags: what's real vs. what's noise24:57 – Inconsistency as the #1 relationship dealbreaker27:22 – Calling someone out without blowing it up34:05 – How Tori defines pleasurePleasure Highlights:Swipe culture kills depth, be intentionalIRL presence beats any dating appChatGPT can't fake real vulnerabilityInconsistency is the #1 red flagPleasure isn't always sexual, reclaim itConnect with Tori:Instagram @torirthesexcoachWebsite: Tori the Sex CoachEnhance your self-awareness by acknowledging and understanding your behavior patterns, and foster a deeper connection with your inner self. Get the Unleashing My Power: A Women's Empowerment and Gratitude Journal to reclaim your power through daily gratitude. Learn more HERE. Connect with Jordan D'Nelle:Facebook @‌jordandnelle Instagram @‌jordandnelle Instagram @‌TheVVVPodcastTikTok @‌jordandnelleYoutube @jordandnelleWebsite: jordandnelle.comEmail: JordanDnelle@VaginasVulvasandVibrators.comLove this Episode?Join Patreon for bonus content: patreon.JordanDnelle.comLeave a review on iTunes.Subscribe & Follow on socials!Listen and Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple PodcastSpotify PodcastYoutube @jordandnelle*Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and/or entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed are my own, or those of my guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or institutions with which I am affiliated.Vaginas, Vulvas, and Vibrators, the unapologetic women's sexual wellness podcast, normalizing pleasure, bodies, and sexual health through expert, shame-free conversations.PhexxINDICATIONPhexx® is an on-demand prescription birth control used to prevent pregnancy. Phexx is not effective when used after sex.IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONRare cases (0.36%) of bladder and kidney infection have been reported. If you have a history of urinary tract problems that keep coming back, you should not use Phexx.Contact your healthcare provider if you are experiencing genitourinary side effects such as vaginal burning, itching, discharge, genital discomfort (including in male partners), yeast infection, urinary tract infection or bacterial vaginosis.Phexx does not protect against any sexually transmitted infections, including HIV. Avoid using Phexx with a vaginal ring.Avoid Phexx if you or your sexual partner is allergic to lactic acid, citric acid, potassium bitartrate, or any of the Ingredients in Phexx. Stop using Phexx If you develop an allergic reaction.For more information about Phexx, talk to your healthcare provider and see full Product Informationat www.phexx.com.Please report side effects by contacting Evofem Biosciences® toll-free at 1-833-EVFMBIO or contact FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. EVFM-PHX-000068

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Hi friend! Let's talk about something often overlooked—but essential—for a healthy, thriving marriage: REST. Not just physical rest, but the kind that restores your mind, heart, and your connection with your spouse. What if the closeness you're craving isn't about more time or better communication, but about learning to slow down together? In a world that celebrates busyness, many couples are quietly running on empty—tired, disconnected, and just trying to keep up. But what if rest isn't a luxury? What if it's one of the keys to thriving in your relationship? In today's episode, we unpack why rest—not more effort—might be exactly what your marriage needs this season. If you desire deeper intimacy, emotional connection, and closeness, then this episode is for you. ............................................................................................................................

What if the path to peace starts with self-interest? After four decades inside some of the world's most dangerous conflict zones, mediator Hiba Qasas has learned that most peacebuilding efforts get it wrong from the start. She makes a provocative case that conciliation shouldn't begin with empathy — and reveals how leading with shared incentives brought hundreds of Israeli and Palestinian leaders into active collaboration, even in the midst of war. (Following her talk, Elise Hu, host of TED Talks Daily, interviews Qasas on our collective responsibility to advocate for peacemaking.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why does meditating on Scripture matter? Nancy and her friends have learned that the more you hide God's Word in your heart, the better prepared you'll be to suffer well. Learn from their stories.As our thanks for your gift of any amount this month:Called to Thrive: Finding Freedom, Fullness, & Fruitfulness in Christ.Drawing from Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth's biblical teaching, Called to Thrive takes you through three life-giving themes: freedom, fullness, and fruitfulness—each grounded in Scripture, each deeply practical.Give today

What happens when a doctor starts questioning the very system he was trained in? In this eye-opening and deeply important conversation, Darin Olien sits down with physician and metabolic health expert Dr. Dan Reardon to unpack the exploding GLP-1 weight loss drug phenomenon, the collapse of foundational health principles, and the dangerous trend of masking chronic disease instead of addressing root causes. Together, they dive into protein myths, obesity culture, pharmaceutical incentives, body positivity, metabolic dysfunction, chronic disease, and the growing "Wild West" of weight-loss injections like semaglutide and Mounjaro. But this conversation goes much deeper than weight loss. Dr. Reardon reveals his revolutionary focus on "deprescribing" medications—helping patients safely come off statins, blood pressure medications, psychiatric drugs, and GLP-1 injections by restoring the body's innate healing systems. This episode is a powerful exploration of personal sovereignty, metabolic health, medical integrity, and why the human body may be far more intelligent than modern medicine gives it credit for. What You'll Learn Why the current protein obsession may be misunderstood How the body recycles amino acids and adapts to exercise The hidden problems with ultra-high protein consumption Why GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide and Mounjaro are raising serious concerns The cultural shift from body positivity to weight-loss injections The pharmaceutical industry's incentives around obesity medications Why most people using GLP-1 drugs are not changing their lifestyle habits The side effects associated with semaglutide and related drugs How chronic disease is often treated symptomatically instead of at the root cause Why Dr. Reardon focuses on "deprescribing" medications The importance of metabolic health and foundational lifestyle medicine How modern medicine often ignores why symptoms are happening in the first place Chapters 00:00:03 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:32 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality and frequency-based wellness 00:02:00 – Introducing Dr. Dan Reardon and the focus of today's conversation 00:02:39 – Protein myths and amino acid recycling in the body 00:03:00 – GLP-1 injections, semaglutide, and the weight-loss drug explosion 00:03:38 – Pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, bone loss, and hidden side effects 00:04:00 – Dr. Reardon's mission to "deprescribe" medications 00:04:22 – Why symptoms and inflammation often exist for a reason 00:04:45 – Darin and Dan reconnect after more than a decade 00:05:39 – Their original conversation about protein and muscle breakdown 00:06:11 – How the body recycles amino acids instead of wasting them 00:06:59 – Questioning mainstream protein requirements 00:08:00 – Plants as the original source of amino acids 00:08:27 – Why protein discussions remain controversial 00:08:46 – Appetite regulation, exercise, and protein utilization 00:09:27 – The flipped food pyramid and rising protein recommendations 00:10:11 – Darin critiques the meat-heavy food system 00:11:05 – Subsidized meat production and processed food systems 00:11:54 – Environmental impacts of increased protein consumption 00:12:15 – Longevity science and the dangers of excess protein intake 00:13:17 – Cancer risk, mortality, and overconsumption of protein 00:13:47 – The absurdity of protein-fortified processed foods 00:14:17 – Observing GLP-1 users still eating ultra-processed foods 00:15:04 – Society abandoning foundational health principles 00:15:50 – The body's natural GLP-1 mechanisms through movement and nutrition 00:17:08 – How semaglutide was originally developed 00:18:00 – Why injected GLP-1 drugs are not "natural" GLP-1 00:19:13 – Softening pharmaceutical language to increase acceptance 00:20:00 – The "Wild West" rollout of GLP-1 medications in the UK 00:20:33 – Government incentives pushing doctors to prescribe GLP-1 drugs 00:21:24 – Weight regain and muscle loss after stopping the injections 00:22:04 – The lack of transparency around side effects 00:22:15 – Pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, and long-term bone density concerns 00:22:58 – "Yo-yo injectors" using semaglutide for weddings and vacations 00:23:29 – Pharmaceutical culture prioritizing profit over long-term health 00:24:26 – Emotional vulnerability and the appeal of "miracle" weight-loss drugs 00:25:03 – Trusting authority figures without informed consent 00:25:34 – Why behavioral support often fails after GLP-1 treatment 00:26:07 – Sponsor: Tru Niagen and cellular NAD+ support 00:28:33 – Most people simply eat less junk food—not healthier food 00:29:00 – Why physicians struggle to keep up with rapidly changing medicine 00:30:10 – The pressure doctors face from patients demanding GLP-1 prescriptions 00:31:11 – Traditional uses for GLP-1 medications in diabetes care 00:31:36 – Why many experienced physicians refuse to prescribe these drugs 00:31:55 – Online pharmacies and supermarkets selling injections directly 00:32:17 – Doctors are not trained in emotional eating or lifestyle coaching 00:33:04 – Younger doctors inheriting pharmaceutical-driven systems 00:34:00 – Acknowledging cases where GLP-1 drugs may genuinely help 00:34:26 – The widespread abuse of semaglutide medications 00:35:18 – The changing culture inside medical schools and training systems 00:36:12 – Circumventing medical oversight through online prescriptions 00:37:17 – The disappearance of the body positivity movement 00:38:04 – Society normalizing obesity before introducing weight-loss injections 00:39:06 – Darin reflects on self-worth, consciousness, and the human body 00:40:15 – Loving people without confusing identity with physical health struggles 00:41:17 – Supporting people biologically rather than shaming them emotionally 00:42:30 – Manufactured health crises and systemic manipulation 00:43:17 – Darin and Dan discuss Fatal Conveniences and societal deception 00:44:11 – Questioning systems while helping people reclaim health sovereignty 00:45:12 – Why foundational health habits still matter most 00:45:51 – The psychological value of struggle, resilience, and achievement 00:46:50 – Human resilience and ancestral survival 00:47:19 – Resistance training and building emotional strength 00:47:44 – Dr. Reardon's current focus on deprescribing medications 00:48:20 – Helping patients improve metabolic health naturally 00:49:00 – Interpreting modern bloodwork and health testing 00:49:46 – Why patients don't want to return to medications once they heal 00:50:13 – Helping the body "come back online" naturally 00:50:42 – The body's intelligence and adaptive inflammatory responses 00:51:44 – Suppressing symptoms without resolving root causes 00:52:17 – High blood pressure as a signal—not just a diagnosis 00:53:04 – Investigating why symptoms happen instead of masking them 00:53:46 – Medicine as detective work 00:54:14 – Building a medical practice aligned with integrity 00:55:10 – Why healthcare systems need course correction 00:56:23 – Final reflections on truth, integrity, and helping people thrive Join the Superlife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Dr. Dan Reardon Website: https://www.drdanreardon.com/  Instagram: @drdanreardon Get Your GLP1 Timeline Tool: Website Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences Key Takeaway "The human body is not broken: it is adaptive, intelligent, and constantly responding to the environment it's placed in. Modern medicine often suppresses symptoms without asking why they exist in the first place. Real healing begins when we stop chasing shortcuts, start addressing root causes, and create the conditions for the body to do what it was designed to do all along: heal, regulate, and thrive."

I have had a glow up over the past few years and so many of you have been asking me how. It was not Botox. It was not fillers. It was not peptides. What they do not want you to know is what actually makes the real difference is connecting to Earth in a deeper way.   In this episode I sit down with Catharine Arnston, PhD, founder of ENERGYbits and algae expert of 17 years, to talk about spirulina and chlorella, two of the most powerful healing foods on the planet that have been here for four billion years and most of us have never been told about.   In this episode we explore: