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The Cellar Evolution | Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness | Calgary Business In this episode of Barefoot Bliss and Divine Wellness, host Robin Divine sits down with Malcolm Saunders, founder of The Light Cellar, to explore the evolution of his business and what's next for this unique wellness hub. From humble beginnings to a niche destination known for wild foods and foraging, Malcolm shares insights on his journey and his commitment to sustainable growth. Watch now to discover how you can incorporate wild foods and wellness practices into your own life. #yycbusiness #BarefootBliss&DevineWellness #healthjourney #holistichealth About the guest: Malcolm is the author of Elixir Life: Where Modern Nutrition Meets Ancient Herbal Wisdom and the Owner & Creative Visionary of The Light Cellar, a hub for superfoods, herbs, and natural health solutions. With a passion for blending modern nutrition with ancient wisdom, Malcolm is dedicated to empowering others through his unique approach to holistic health and wellness. You can connect with Malcolm on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolm-saunders About Megan, Robin & Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness: Megan Barefoot: With a dynamic career spanning the realms of both geology and nutrition, she has cultivated a rich tapestry of experience and expertise. Transitioning into holistic wellness, she embarked on a journey in health coaching and holistic nutrition. As the founder of No Shoes Nutrition, a pioneering holistic nutrition consulting firm, she has spearheaded initiatives aimed at empowering individuals to unlock their fullest health potential. Connect with Megan on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-barefoot-4576a164 or on her website at: www.noshoesnutrition.com Robin Devine: An experienced Massage Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the alternative medicine industry. She is a strong healthcare services professional with a Lymph Drainage Therapy focused in Alternative and Complementary Medicine from Chikly Institute, Upledger Institute and Foothills College of Massage Therapy. She is experienced in teaching Massage Therapy program for 2200 hour programs in Canada, and teaching Lymph Drainage Therapy internationally for the Chikly Health Institute. Connect with Robin on LinkedIn at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-devine-5b171918 Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness is to be your go-to destination for relaxed, open discussions on all thing's health and wellness. Join us as we chat with experts, share personal experiences and explore diverse perspectives in an easy-going atmosphere. From trending topics to timeless practices, we are here to inspire, inform and entertain as we navigate the winding paths of holistic living together. As interviewers, Megan & Robin are the ideal choice to share your business expertise and highlight your products and services. Promote your brand and story on Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness and: · Reach a global audience via the yyccalgarybusiness.ca website and the MegaPixxMedia YouTube channel. · Gain additional viewers of your Walk the Block episodes through free publication on YYC Business social media platforms. · Download your Walk the Block episode to your personal and company social media pages. Episodes are also available in podcast format and you can listen to them on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Google Podcasts. Filmed and edited by ENTA Solutions https://www.entasolutions.org

One New Thing | Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness | Calgary Business In this episode of Barefoot Bliss and Divine Wellness, hosts Megan Barefoot and guest Malcolm Saunders from The Light Cellar explore simple yet transformative ways to enhance your health. Join them as they discuss the benefits of adding one new thing to your daily routine, from medicinal mushrooms to live culture ferments. Discover how elixirs, superfoods, and intentional eating can elevate your life one step at a time. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about wellness, herbalism, and the alchemy of food as medicine. #yycbusiness #BarefootBliss&DevineWellness #healthjourney #holistichealth About the guest: Malcolm is the author of Elixir Life: Where Modern Nutrition Meets Ancient Herbal Wisdom and the Owner & Creative Visionary of The Light Cellar, a hub for superfoods, herbs, and natural health solutions. With a passion for blending modern nutrition with ancient wisdom, Malcolm is dedicated to empowering others through his unique approach to holistic health and wellness. You can connect with Malcolm on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolm-saunders About Megan, Robin & Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness: Megan Barefoot: With a dynamic career spanning the realms of both geology and nutrition, she has cultivated a rich tapestry of experience and expertise. Transitioning into holistic wellness, she embarked on a journey in health coaching and holistic nutrition. As the founder of No Shoes Nutrition, a pioneering holistic nutrition consulting firm, she has spearheaded initiatives aimed at empowering individuals to unlock their fullest health potential. Connect with Megan on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-barefoot-4576a164 or on her website at: www.noshoesnutrition.com Robin Devine: An experienced Massage Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the alternative medicine industry. She is a strong healthcare services professional with a Lymph Drainage Therapy focused in Alternative and Complementary Medicine from Chikly Institute, Upledger Institute and Foothills College of Massage Therapy. She is experienced in teaching Massage Therapy program for 2200 hour programs in Canada, and teaching Lymph Drainage Therapy internationally for the Chikly Health Institute. Connect with Robin on LinkedIn at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-devine-5b171918 Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness is to be your go-to destination for relaxed, open discussions on all thing's health and wellness. Join us as we chat with experts, share personal experiences and explore diverse perspectives in an easy-going atmosphere. From trending topics to timeless practices, we are here to inspire, inform and entertain as we navigate the winding paths of holistic living together. As interviewers, Megan & Robin are the ideal choice to share your business expertise and highlight your products and services. Promote your brand and story on Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness and: · Reach a global audience via the yyccalgarybusiness.ca website and the MegaPixxMedia YouTube channel. · Gain additional viewers of your Walk the Block episodes through free publication on YYC Business social media platforms. · Download your Walk the Block episode to your personal and company social media pages. Filmed and edited by ENTA Solutions https://www.entasolutions.org

The Light In The Cellar | Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness | Calgary Business In this episode of Barefoot Bliss and Divine Wellness, hosts Megan Barefoot and Robin Devine dive into the illuminating world of nutrition with special guest Malcolm Saunders, founder of The Light Cellar. Discover the inspiration behind this unique health food store that offers more than just products—it provides a journey back to our roots, with wild foods, heirloom ingredients, and powerful superfoods. Learn about the industrialization of our food system, the lost art of fermentation, and how The Light Cellar is reviving these traditions with a modern twist. #yycbusiness #BarefootBliss&DevineWellness #healthjourney #holistichealth About the guest: Malcolm is the author of Elixir Life: Where Modern Nutrition Meets Ancient Herbal Wisdom and the Owner & Creative Visionary of The Light Cellar, a hub for superfoods, herbs, and natural health solutions. With a passion for blending modern nutrition with ancient wisdom, Malcolm is dedicated to empowering others through his unique approach to holistic health and wellness. You can connect with Malcolm on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolm-saunders About Megan, Robin & Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness: Megan Barefoot: With a dynamic career spanning the realms of both geology and nutrition, she has cultivated a rich tapestry of experience and expertise. Transitioning into holistic wellness, she embarked on a journey in health coaching and holistic nutrition. As the founder of No Shoes Nutrition, a pioneering holistic nutrition consulting firm, she has spearheaded initiatives aimed at empowering individuals to unlock their fullest health potential. Connect with Megan on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-barefoot-4576a164 or on her website at: www.noshoesnutrition.com Robin Devine: An experienced Massage Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the alternative medicine industry. She is a strong healthcare services professional with a Lymph Drainage Therapy focused in Alternative and Complementary Medicine from Chikly Institute, Upledger Institute and Foothills College of Massage Therapy. She is experienced in teaching Massage Therapy program for 2200 hour programs in Canada, and teaching Lymph Drainage Therapy internationally for the Chikly Health Institute. Connect with Robin on LinkedIn at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-devine-5b171918 Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness is to be your go-to destination for relaxed, open discussions on all thing's health and wellness. Join us as we chat with experts, share personal experiences and explore diverse perspectives in an easy-going atmosphere. From trending topics to timeless practices, we are here to inspire, inform and entertain as we navigate the winding paths of holistic living together. As interviewers, Megan & Robin are the ideal choice to share your business expertise and highlight your products and services. Promote your brand and story on Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness and: · Reach a global audience via the yyccalgarybusiness.ca website and the MegaPixxMedia YouTube channel. · Gain additional viewers of your Walk the Block episodes through free publication on YYC Business social media platforms. · Download your Walk the Block episode to your personal and company social media pages. Filmed and edited by ENTA Solutions https://www.entasolutions.org

Foraging For Wellness | Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness | Calgary Business In this inspiring episode of Barefoot Bliss and Divine Wellness, host Robin Divine sits down with Malcolm Saunders, the visionary behind The Light Cellar, to explore the transformative journey of holistic health, wellness, and mindful eating. Malcolm shares his personal story, beginning as a young adult trying to figure out how to nourish himself, and eventually discovering the importance of aligning food choices with personal values and health goals. Join us on this journey towards radiant well-being, and don't miss the next episode for more insights and practical tips on holistic health. #yycbusiness #BarefootBliss&DevineWellness #healthjourney #holistichealth About the guest: Malcolm is the author of Elixir Life: Where Modern Nutrition Meets Ancient Herbal Wisdom and the Owner & Creative Visionary of The Light Cellar, a hub for superfoods, herbs, and natural health solutions. With a passion for blending modern nutrition with ancient wisdom, Malcolm is dedicated to empowering others through his unique approach to holistic health and wellness. You can connect with Malcolm on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolm-saunders About Megan, Robin & Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness: Megan Barefoot: With a dynamic career spanning the realms of both geology and nutrition, she has cultivated a rich tapestry of experience and expertise. Transitioning into holistic wellness, she embarked on a journey in health coaching and holistic nutrition. As the founder of No Shoes Nutrition, a pioneering holistic nutrition consulting firm, she has spearheaded initiatives aimed at empowering individuals to unlock their fullest health potential. Connect with Megan on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-barefoot-4576a164 or on her website at: www.noshoesnutrition.com Robin Devine: An experienced Massage Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the alternative medicine industry. She is a strong healthcare services professional with a Lymph Drainage Therapy focused in Alternative and Complementary Medicine from Chikly Institute, Upledger Institute and Foothills College of Massage Therapy. She is experienced in teaching Massage Therapy program for 2200 hour programs in Canada, and teaching Lymph Drainage Therapy internationally for the Chikly Health Institute. Connect with Robin on LinkedIn at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-devine-5b171918 Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness is to be your go-to destination for relaxed, open discussions on all thing's health and wellness. Join us as we chat with experts, share personal experiences and explore diverse perspectives in an easy-going atmosphere. From trending topics to timeless practices, we are here to inspire, inform and entertain as we navigate the winding paths of holistic living together. As interviewers, Megan & Robin are the ideal choice to share your business expertise and highlight your products and services. Promote your brand and story on Barefoot Bliss & Devine Wellness and: · Reach a global audience via the yyccalgarybusiness.ca website and the MegaPixxMedia YouTube channel. · Gain additional viewers of your Walk the Block episodes through free publication on YYC Business social media platforms. · Download your Walk the Block episode to your personal and company social media pages. Filmed and edited by ENTA Solutions https://www.entasolutions.org

Join us for chat number 28 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Master Herbalist & Herbal Elder Blaine Andrusek and host Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar. The pair meet up to chat about the Animal Kingdom, and how all animals utilize plants to self medicate. Humans seem to be the only ones that need a written set of instructions! The conversation turns to address longevity, and veer to talk of rose hips, hawthorn, wormwood, mushrooms, horny goatweed (& the story of how it got its name!) and other plants.  Their conversation touches on current proposals that all Calgarians and anyone in Southern Alberta should know about, especially in regards to our watershed and things that are coming up on the horizon. The conversation wraps up with talk about the role a garden can play in the life of the herbalist, be they a budding newbie or a seasoned wild crafter, or anywhere in between. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca. Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe to this podcast for more.

Another great conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. Host Malcolm Saunders joins Blaine in conversation to talk about the Nervous System and Nervine herbs. Expect to learn a bit more about our Nervous system, and how it works in the body. Learn which herbs can help support this system's function, and where herbs may be of service when it comes to chronic conditions in the Nervous system.  The pair talk about environmental impacts on our Nervous System, and where you may have been misled about this marvellous body system. Blaine Andrusek is leading a class called "Alternative First Aid" this weekend, live at the shop. It's a class for all the outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, plant walkers and more... Find out information and register online at https://lightcellar.ca/products/alternative-first-aid This was chat number 27 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca. Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe to this podcast for more.

Another great conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. In this episode host Malcolm and guest Blaine explore the complexity of plant chemistry and the impact of seasonal shifts. They also explore relationships to plants, and isolated compounds versus the whole. They dive in to the alchemy and synergy of combinations, the power of the placebo. They also explore two ways of knowing, and the brilliance of tapping in to the metaphysical background of the earth. They wrap things up with an exploration on how to open your sensory gating channels. Blaine Andrusek is leading a class called "Alternative First Aid" on April 28th. It's a class for all the outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, plant walkers and more...  Find out information and register online at https://lightcellar.ca/products/alternative-first-aid This was chat number 26 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca. Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe to this podcast for more.

Another great conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. In this episode host Malcolm and guest Blaine talk about the weather and how if you attune yourself to nature, you can accurately sense the shifts. The two also touch on rites of passage and their importance both personally and professionally. The conversation veers into exploring the herb plantain (Plantago) and its healing benefits. And so much more… Blaine Andrusek is leading a class called "Alternative First Aid" on April 28th. It's a class for all the outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, plant walkers and more...  Find out information and register online at https://lightcellar.ca/products/alternative-first-aid This was chat number 25 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca. Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe to this podcast for more.

Another conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. In this episode we cover the acid mantle, skin & hydrosols, the universality of herbs, we focus on kidney infections and herbs to support in this case. The conversation gets in to the origin of the cough drop, and ways to think about traveling with herbs. We talked about first aid stories and herbs that helped, spring harvesting and the origins of aspirin. We wrap up with a connection between aspen & goldenseal. Want to join us at our upcoming class on Sunday April 28th? A whole afternoon with Master Herbalist Blaine Andrusek in a class we're calling Alternative First Aid: Learn the Herbs & Natural Remedies to Help You At Home & In the Wild. Register here: https://lightcellar.ca/products/alternative-first-aid This was chat number 24 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca. Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe to this podcast for more.

In conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. In this episode we cover knowing your herbal chemistry to make substitutions; how the herbs are always growing where you need them; the ins and outs of gout including how it happens and the foods and herbs you can take to remedy; benefits and ethical harvesting of colostrum; herbal first-aid stories and more!  Want to join us at our upcoming class on Sunday April 28th? A whole afternoon with Master Herbalist Blaine Andrusek in a class we're calling Alternative First Aid: Learn the Herbs & Natural Remedies to Help You At Home & In the Wild. Register here: https://lightcellar.ca/products/alternative-first-aid This was chat number 23 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca. Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe to this podcast for more. About the Herb Man: Blaine Andrusek grew up in north central Saskatchewan where he spent a good deal of time in his beloved Boreal forest. By the age of 14, Blaine was regularly hunting and trapping and had a keen interest in native traditions and all that the forest had to offer. At 18, Blaine ran off with a few provisions and adequate gear to survive minus 27 and five feet of snow and ended up spending nearly four months living mostly off the land. Although he didn't understand the concept of ‘totems' at that time, Blaine had many experiences with Owl, who told him that his mission, this time, was to never stop learning and to teach. When Blaine returned to Calgary a few years later, he met Terry Willard, who had just started his practice and founded the Wild Rose College of Natural Healing. Blaine was one of the earliest graduates of the Master Herbalist program, and by the Spring of 1981 began teaching. Although mostly a hobby interest at first, ten years later, Blaine gave up other interests in favour of becoming a full-time teacher, public speaker, and practitioner. A focus on essential oils captured his interest, and Blaine was soon formulating and supplying fellow herbalists, aestheticians, and massage therapists from coast to coast, and speaking to eight to ten audiences a week. From children's summer camps to Elder Hostel, numerous massage schools, television work, and eventually keynoting national and international conferences, Blaine has had an extremely diverse and rewarding career and has been honoured as an herbal Elder. He is the creator of and namesake behind Blaine Andrusek Phytotherapeutics, a line of high-quality essential oils. As well as the author of the forthcoming autobiography: Child of the Boreal: the Story of a Young Man.

In conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. In this episode we talked about Sweetgrass Digestion (this was a carry over from questions that came up from our previous chat). We also talked about why it is so important to have regular bowel movements before doing any kind of cleanse.  On the same topic, we talked about what herbs have a laxative effect, and which ones to utilize in short-term-constipation scenarios, and which to rely on when constipation has been around for a while. Get clarity on which will be best in your particular scenario in today's podcast, especially when we focus on which herbs to use with caution and which in particular should only be relied on for short term use. We also talked about herbs & protocols for parasites, from exploring the common herbs used, how they work and how best to utilize them.  And we wrapped up the conversation with health product regulation in Canada, and potential ways forward. Want to catch a replay of that Natural Health Products Webinar info session? Find it at https://rumble.com/v4a9kgh-right-to-health-protecting-our-natural-health-products-empowerment-session-.html   This was chat number 22 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca. Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe to this podcast for more. About the Herb Man: Blaine Andrusek grew up in north central Saskatchewan where he spent a good deal of time in his beloved Boreal forest. By the age of 14, Blaine was regularly hunting and trapping and had a keen interest in native traditions and all that the forest had to offer. At 18, Blaine ran off with a few provisions and adequate gear to survive minus 27 and five feet of snow and ended up spending nearly four months living mostly off the land. Although he didn't understand the concept of ‘totems' at that time, Blaine had many experiences with Owl, who told him that his mission, this time, was to never stop learning and to teach. When Blaine returned to Calgary a few years later, he met Terry Willard, who had just started his practice and founded the Wild Rose College of Natural Healing. Blaine was one of the earliest graduates of the Master Herbalist program, and by the Spring of 1981 began teaching. Although mostly a hobby interest at first, ten years later, Blaine gave up other interests in favour of becoming a full-time teacher, public speaker, and practitioner. A focus on essential oils captured his interest, and Blaine was soon formulating and supplying fellow herbalists, aestheticians, and massage therapists from coast to coast, and speaking to eight to ten audiences a week. From children's summer camps to Elder Hostel, numerous massage schools, television work, and eventually keynoting national and international conferences, Blaine has had an extremely diverse and rewarding career and has been honoured as an herbal Elder. He is the creator of and namesake behind Blaine Andrusek Phytotherapeutics, a line of high-quality essential oils. As well as the author of the forthcoming autobiography: Child of the Boreal: the Story of a Young Man.

We have a right to health! We should always have the choice to curate our own healthcare regime using herbs, supplements, and other natural health products as we see fit. We are more than capable of this and there was never a problem here to begin with. Bill C-47 is now on our doorstep creeping ever closer to being pushed into full effect. This MUST be the line in the sand. Not only is it unethical to impose these restrictions, but it is also very reckless and dangerous! Many people are alive today because of Natural Health Products. Their quality of life and access to those products depend on them. If this bill moves forward along with whatever else Health Canada has in its plans, the natural health community as we know it will be gone. It's time for aligned action and standing together until Bill C-47 is abolished. Please join us for a round table discussion on this topic with some dynamic speakers so you can understand exactly what is happening and how we can all take action. Get a deeper understanding of what is going on here, and what is needed at this time. Whether you're a consumer of herbs and supplements, rely on them for your day to day wellness, or if you're a small  or larger-scale herbalist or nutritional consultant, this conversation is one you will want to hear. Hosted by Alison Ritchie of This Grand Voyage and Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar, you will hear from guest speakers Susan Stanfield and Ken Drysdale to inform and empower each of us to take a stand for our right to access natural health supplements. We cannot let our health choices be dictated by others! Be part of a movement to protect our holistic approach to well-being. Your participation matters.   This is conversation number one in a series where we will continue to talk with experts and industry folks who can present inssights and strategies we can each implement.   Stay tuned for more to be released on this channel as well as the Right to Health Rumble channel  https://rumble.com/c/c-5703399?_kx=SREIXvi1m1rRRNESFTYql-5mat3Td7Nik_0SQ7qcQjE%3D.TmiBGG   #righttohealth

In conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. In this episode we covered a wide range of topics including Lobelia, Tobacco, Overcoming addiction particulate to smoking, the circulatory system and how it works, including foods and herbs that could help. We delved into Indigenous connections, Iridology and so much more. Oh yes - we talked about Clary Sage, its properties, and the origin of the name as it relates to one of its main uses. This was chat number 21 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca. Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe to this podcast for more. About the Herb Man: Blaine Andrusek grew up in north central Saskatchewan where he spent a good deal of time in his beloved Boreal forest. By the age of 14, Blaine was regularly hunting and trapping and had a keen interest in native traditions and all that the forest had to offer. At 18, Blaine ran off with a few provisions and adequate gear to survive minus 27 and five feet of snow and ended up spending nearly four months living mostly off the land. Although he didn't understand the concept of ‘totems' at that time, Blaine had many experiences with Owl, who told him that his mission, this time, was to never stop learning and to teach. When Blaine returned to Calgary a few years later, he met Terry Willard, who had just started his practice and founded the Wild Rose College of Natural Healing. Blaine was one of the earliest graduates of the Master Herbalist program, and by the Spring of 1981 began teaching. Although mostly a hobby interest at first, ten years later, Blaine gave up other interests in favour of becoming a full-time teacher, public speaker, and practitioner. A focus on essential oils captured his interest, and Blaine was soon formulating and supplying fellow herbalists, aestheticians, and massage therapists from coast to coast, and speaking to eight to ten audiences a week. From children's summer camps to Elder Hostel, numerous massage schools, television work, and eventually keynoting national and international conferences, Blaine has had an extremely diverse and rewarding career and has been honoured as an herbal Elder. He is the creator of and namesake behind Blaine Andrusek Phytotherapeutics, a line of high-quality essential oils. As well as the author of the forthcoming autobiography: Child of the Boreal: the Story of a Young Man.

In conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. We talk all about the Digestive System this week! We talk about how the work of digestion in the body is a big task, and how stress impacts; the mechanics of digestion; giving lots of ideas on how to best support this important function in the body. Most don't cost a cent!   This was chat number 20 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca. Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe or follow our podcast for more.

In conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. We cover the herbal and shaman roots of Santa Claus, Amanita mushrooms, moving through the world walking barefoot, Uva Ursi, connection to different bodies of water, conifers, parasites, and so much more.   This was chat number 19 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar.   What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca.    Let us know what you thought of this episode, and make sure to follow and subscribe to this podcast for more.

In this episode you will learn foundational nutritional principles that even university level programs completely miss. Meet Nigel O'Quinn founder of Higher Healths. Nigel dropped by the Light Cellar to meet and talk shop about the supplement industry in Canada as well as share stories and testimonials related to our personal journeys and professional work. We recorded much of our conversation for you to enjoy. In addition to meeting Nigel and hearing his story you will learn about the very common mistake almost everyone makes when looking to food and nutrition to try and improve their health. How many of us unfortunately have had to learn the hard way about the ultimate in whole food nutrition, which is whole-animal eating and the benefits it provides. We discuss the philosophy of “like cures like” and how that applies to animal foods. And cover off the key benefits provided from consuming liver, heart, kidneys and spleen. We hope you enjoy! You can follow Higher Healths on social media here: https://instagram.com/higherhealthscanada Check out their Canadian website here: Higherhealths.ca And you can access their products through us in person or online at https://lightcellar.ca/search?type=product&options%5Bprefix%5D=last&options%5Bunavailable_products%5D=show&q=Higher+healths&type=product&options%5Bprefix%5D=last&options%5Bunavailable_products%5D=show

In conversation with Herbal Elder Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. We cover music and herbal connections, improvisation, cranberries, growing plants like Pine & Papyrus, the curious connection between the Human Heart and the Earth, wilderness adventures, the limits to herbalism, and so much more...   This was chat number 16 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar.   What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca.    Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe to this podcast for more.

Another great conversation with Blaine 'the Herb Man' Andrusek. We did a Canadian Herb Conference review; talked about factors influencing the diversity of plant expressions and classification; seeing auras and plant spirit communication; dove in to alchemy; Animal, Plant, Mineral Kingdoms, Nutrient Cycles; Wilderness First-Aid stories and strategies, and so much more was discussed in this episode…   This was chat number 17 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar.   What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca.    Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay tuned and subscribe to this podcast for more.

It was was another great conversation with Blaine as he shared a Populous species.  We did a deep dive with a focus on poplar and Aspen trees and the medicine they provide as well as the origins of Aspirin, the Tonic in Gin & Tonic, the term Limey, and so much more! This was chat number 18 in the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series of interviews with Blaine Andrusek by Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar.   Please post all your comments and questions for Blaine down below and we will review and answer them in coming episodes. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Get in touch by email, info@lightcellar.ca.    Let us know what you thought of this episode, and stay Tuned and Subscribe to this Channel for More.

Grab yourself some tea and settle in to hear from Blaine Andrusek and learn from his wisdom of plants, his many stories about his path as an herbalist, teacher, and his experiences in the wilderness and how you too can deepen your connection to the natural world.  In this episode, as part of the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series, Blaine shares about foraging mushrooms. He talks about where you can begin to learn how to safely ID wild mushrooms. Lots of stories and wisdom is shared and they finish their conversation touching upon the world of essential oils, hydrosols and how they can be used to help with eye infections. It's another great episode for you to enjoy! Stay Tuned and Subscribe to this Channel for More. Visit the Light Cellar at https://www.lightcellar.ca

Grab yourself some tea and settle in to hear from Blaine Andrusek and learn from his wisdom of plants, his many stories about his path as an herbalist, teacher, and his experiences in the wilderness and how you too can deepen your connection to the natural world.  In this episode, as part of the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series, Blaine and Malcolm touch on Blaine's boyhood summers and observations, the wilds of Saskatchewan and the Boreal forest, herb walks, the winding road to becoming a Herbalist, being a lifelong student of herbalism, musings on home herbalists as an accessible piece to all, and how this is all part of being human. Stay Tuned and Subscribe to this Channel for More. Visit the Light Cellar at https://www.lightcellar.ca

Grab yourself some tea and settle in to hear from Blaine Andrusek and learn from his wisdom of plants, his many stories about his path as an herbalist, teacher, and his experiences in the wilderness and how you too can deepen your connection to the natural world.  In this episode, as part of the Wild Wisdom & Storytelling series, Blaine and Malcolm talk about mock orange, a bit of storytelling around the Neroli plant, the power of scent, witnessing the magic of the natural world, flowers and honey, especially rose, while also talking about other flowers that may have a very different impact on your body, the henbane flower.  An interesting conversation ensues from there! Stay Tuned and Subscribe to this Channel for More. Visit the Light Cellar at https://www.lightcellar.ca

Malcolm, aka “The Malchemist”, graduated from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition in 2005. He is a public speaker, author and intuitive chef who specializes in sharing the alchemy of superfoods and superherbs. He has an expertise and passion for creating and teaching others how to make energizing and healing foods, including chocolate, elixirs and ferments. He also operates his business owner "the Light Cellar" in Calgary Alberta.   Let me know what you think Text me 587-217-8500 Substack:https://open.substack.com/pub/shaunnewmanpodcastPatreon: www.patreon.com/ShaunNewmanPodcast

Visit the Light Cellar at www.lightcellar.ca In this episode you will hear from Blaine Andrusek talk about botany as well as the importance of Latin names in herbalism. You will learn about how that system was developed and how some of the names are constructed and why. Blaine also shares his response to a viewer who had questions regarding his thoughts on ADHD. It's another great episode for you to enjoy! Please post all your comments and questions for Blaine down below and we will review and answer them in coming episodes. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Let us know below as well as how you enjoyed this episode. Stay Tuned and Subscribe to this Channel for More.

Visit the Light Cellar at www.lightcellar.ca In this episode you will hear from Blaine Andrusek on spectrum different topics as we covered slot of diverted ground and got a little bit more esoteric in this one. After some show and tell looking at pictures of viruses and other interesting magnifications we venture into the realm of crystals, compost and origins of humans and our modern day conundrum of environmental catastrophes that have been created. Please post all your comments and questions for Blaine down below and we will review and answer them in coming episodes. What would you like to hear Blaine share his perspective on? Let us know below as well as how you enjoyed this episode. Stay Tuned and Subscribe to this Channel for More.

Have you been called to the plant path? Do you love a good story, about the power of healing, and the intelligence of the Nature? Are you able to sense more deeply into the subtle energies of Life? Are you an herbalist and/or are you looking to deepen your connection to the plant kingdom, knowing that it has many teachings and gifts you can learn from and apply in your life? If so, then this episode is for you! Grab yourself some tea and settle in to hear from Blaine Andrusek and learn from his wisdom of plants, his many stories about his path as an herbalist, teacher, and his experiences in the wilderness and how you too can deepen your connection to the natural world. This is the second in a series of episodes we hope you will enjoy listening to. We covered a lot of ground in this conversation including advice for anyone on their own herbal journey, as well as many age-old truths and principles of medicinal plant folk wisdom. Please post all your comments and questions for Blaine down below and we will review and answer them in coming episodes. Stay Tuned and Subscribe to this Channel for More. Visit the Light Cellar at https://www.lightcellar.ca

When most people start the journey towards a healthier lifestyle, we often find supplements that will help with the liver, or the kidneys etc. and take them in hopes that it will do what the supplements promises.   Have you ever considered that the very supplements you're taking could be ineffective? How about confusing? What if they're filled with fillers?   Adam Marafioti, CEO & Founder of LifeBlud, a Canadian bio-energetic focused supplement company that makes a carefully crafted and high quality selection of supplement discussed his health journey and how his confusion with seeking a healthier lifestyle in the supplement world led him to researching and creating his current LifeBlud supplements that has amassed a great following.   Listen today to learn about what bio-energetic focused supplements are and more and if you're in Calgary on Thursday, July 6th and you want to learn more, come to our FREE event at Light Cellar for a meet and greet with Adam. This event can also be attended online and takes place from 7pm-8:30pm MST. Sign up today at https://www.lightcellar.ca

In the first episode of the Light Cellar Podcast, Co-Founder Malcolm Saunders is interviewed by guest host Sean Perrin for a conversation about health, music, superfoods, and more. Topics include: - Malcolm's personal health and career journey - The story behind the Light Cellar name - How music influences the recipes at Light Cellar - Going from being Vegan to Vegetarian to eating milk and meat products again - Farming, and growing your own foods - Getting kids interested in healthy eating - What makes a food "super" - The new Foraging Forecast - And much more! Be sure to subscribe to the Light Cellar podcast for more, and thank you for listening to today's episode. Shop Online: https://www.lightcellar.ca  Join the Foraging Forecast: https://lightcellar.ca/products/the-foraging-forecast-know-what-to-harvest-when Don't forget to subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts for the audio version for when you're on the go! (Links coming soon). With Light, Malcolm.

"I never knew what I wanted to do, but I knew the kind of woman I wanted to be." Diane Von FurstenbergYou know the kind of woman who has that certain glow to her...?The kind of woman who always seems attracts opportunities like bees to nectar... And she always looks put together and confident?Meet, the Radiant Woman.In this episode, I will share with you the 6 habits that have taken me into the kind of woman who used to walked with her shoulders down, afraid to speak up, and looked and felt  frumpy, into the kind of woman that I always dreamt of being. This is available and here for YOU to step into as well, and the impact is a life that feels expansive, joyful and pleasurable.This episode will dive into the habits, mindsets and rituals that you can begin to adopt to become the most radiant, magnetic and confident version of yourself.✨Exciting News! ✨ Saturday, November 26th at the Light Cellar in Calgary, I will be teaching a LIVE class all about the art of becoming a radiant woman.  We will be going over how to release hold thoughts and habits that no longer serve you, foods and herbs to enhance your beauty, and how to have balanced hormones. Bring a friend and join us HERE!Also referenced in the episode: Emily Post's Etiquette books.Enjoy!

Did you know that 100 million pounds of mushrooms are consumed each year in the U.S. alone? Mushrooms are cholesterol-free, fat-free, gluten-free, low calorie, low sodium, and a good source of fiber, protein, important enzymes, and organic minerals like copper, zinc, and potassium. Mushrooms also help protect you from illness with strong antibacterial and anti-viral properties.    Malcolm Saunders is an intuitive chef who specializes in sharing the alchemy of superfoods and herbs. He has worked in the field of food and nutrition for more than 20 years and is the owner and creative visionary of the Light Cellar in Calgary, Alberta. Malcolm shows you how to make energizing and healing foods, including herbal chocolates, elixirs, and ferments. He is the author of 2 books: Elixir Life: Where Modern Nutrition Meets Ancient Herbal Wisdom as well as Chocolate Life: the Alchemy of Cacao for Flavour, Function, and Feeling.   Purchase your copy of Elixir Life: https://amzn.to/3OPuUYg   Are you serious about committing to your transformation and creating a future that you truly desire? I invite you to consider my 12-week transformational coaching program. Click here to schedule a 20-minute call with me and you'll be well on your way to a whole NEW YOU: https://calendly.com/danvoss/connect?back=1&month=2022-07   Connect with Malcolm Saunders Website: https://lightcellar.ca/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNAgckZeUiY2dCj4g4vYdGQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightcellar/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLightCellar/ Telegram: https://t.me/themalchemist Malcolm's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themalchemist/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D   Connect with Dan VossWebsite: https://danvoss.co/My Guided Breathing YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqY0fpeGu_4oCSjRBpoBc9g Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/danvoss Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan.voss Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/anewwayoflivingpodcast   A New Way of Living Podcast ResourcesSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3huL2PASubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3d4NatSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQBoadYRT5t42v7iO51tew?sub_confirmation=1 Affiliate Partnerships ➢For essential supplements like Vitamin D3, Magnesium, and Multivitamins, visit MD Logic Health: https://www.mdlogichealth.com/discount/danvoss30. Save 30% of your FIRST order with code danvoss30 at checkout (good for first purchase only).https://www.mdlogichealth.com/discount/danvoss. Save 15% of your order anytime with code danvoss at checkout. ➢Enjoy the wow of algae nutrition with my favorite algae product, ENERGYbits: https://www.energybits.com/. Discount code DANVOSS for 20% off. ➢Here's what I use for my ice baths: https://icebarrel.com/product/ice-barrel/. Get $95 off your Ice Barrel order using code DANVOSS at checkout.➢If you're looking to calm your nervous system, and/or quit any habit that surrounds oral fixation, this is it! You can use this tool to start your breathwork, meditation, or yoga practice. It slows down and regulates your exhale, and brings your mind, body, and spirit into alignment. https://www.komusodesign.com/dan-voss Discount code DANVOSS for 15% off. ➢Interested in Microdosing? Learn how to microdose from The Microdosing Institute https://microdosinginstitute.podia.com/exploring-microdosing?coupon=DANVOSS Discount code DANVOSS for 10% off the course.➢Start your day off the right way with breathing exercises from Our Breath Collective: https://ourbreathcollective.com/membership/. Use code DAN at checkout to save on your membership.

This episode is so powerful to support yourself during this pivotal time on the planet. Malcolm Saunders mission is to inspire positive contribution in the world, and to help individuals build the health and resilience of themselves and their communities. In this episode Malcolm dives into how to support your immunity, your health & your body with herbs, fungi...the four fundamental pillars of food. Psychedelics & cacao. Malcolm & I dive into the illusion that is keeping humanity from their truth & sovereign self. The mass awakening that is taking place & how you can take back control of your health, finances & individuality as core systems are trying to control the masses. Awareness is key in all aspects of life & becoming aware of what is taking place as the narrative distracts humanity is pivotal at this time. Malcolm is the founder and creative visionary of the Light Cellar, a specialty superfood shoppe, elixir bar and teaching kitchen based in Calgary, AB and the author of 2 books: Elixir Life and Chocolate Life. https://lightcellar.ca https://www.instagram.com/themalchemist/ https://t.me/themalchemist

Our Founder Jennifer Palmer interviews Malcolm Saunders - The Malchemist at LightCellar.ca.   Malcolm shares his fascination with Medicinal Mushrooms, including Magic Mushrooms. A Calgarian, who believes in the value of adding mushrooms to your life. Malcolm shares his philosophy about super foods, educates us with some history and facts around the benefits of the fungi kingdom. Malcolm refers to others knowledgable about Fungi many who have written books and spoke about the topic. Some will be speakers for the Online Event March 20th - 26th, 2022. Medicinal Mushroom Symposium 2022 -Discover the Healing Powers of Fungi   *****Earlier Bird Extended*****Apply Code WAC2022. Includes: Access the Recordings of 12 x 1 hr sessions. Be wow'd and inspired by the presentations from: Dr. Terry Willard author of Reishi: Herb of Medical Wonder & Spiritual Potency. Robert Rogers author of the Fungal Pharmacy and Medicinal Mushrooms: the Human Clinical Trials. David Wolfe author of the book Chaga: King of the Medicinal Mushrooms. Derek Fleming of New Earth Organics. Yarrow Willard of Harmonic Arts. Patrick Kooyman of Blue Lotus Ethnobotanicals. Eric Whitehead of Untamed Feast   Tara Stephens of Fungi Akuafo. Jeff McKay of NeuroGrowth. Denis Manzer of Forage Your Food. Malcolm Saunders of Light Cellar  Topics include:  Medicinal Mushrooms: The Human Clinical Trials.   Growing Your Own Medicinal Mushrooms. Micro-Dosing Magic Mushrooms. Wild Harvesting, Bushcraft and Ethics of Medicinal Mushrooms. Culinary Uses & RecipesMaking Medicine with Your Medicinal Mushrooms. And so much more...Don't miss this event.Event ticket link: https://lightcellar.ca/collections/in-person-classes-events/products/medicinal-mushroom-symposium-2022-discover-the-healing-powers-of-fungi*****Earlier Bird Extended*****Apply Code WAC2022.Find out more about what is offered by visiting the LightCellar superfoods location at 6527 Bowness Rd NW, Calgary, AB T3B 0E8 or online at LightCellar.caView the transcriptVisit Youtube for the video https://youtu.be/a3cplpPyYR4****Corrected Feb 6th**** Dates of the summit Light Cellar An Independent and inspired business in Calgary offering the largest range of superfoods in Canada.We Are Calgary All About Calgary. Calgarians, YYC, YYC Businesses, Community and CultureSupport the show

In this episode of the Journey to glow podcast we talk to Holistic Nutritionist Luka Simons about the link between histamines and rosacea, acne and other skin “issues”.   Luka Symons is a Holistic Nutrition Practitioner for people who are wondering where their food + body groove has disappeared to.   Through her uplifting & informative workshops, talks, and one-on-one consults, she’s here to shake up your approach to food and your gorgeous self — while making it all feel like a walk in the park.   Luka works one-on-one with clients via private consultation and runs classes around her adopted hometown of Calgary. Check out both the live and online classes to see what might best suit you!   Luka is one-half of the mavens at Histamine Haven; she is also on staff as one of the instructors at The Light Cellar in Bowness, Calgary.   In this episode Holistic Nutrition Practitioner Luka Symons and Journey To Glow founder Caroline Frenette talk about:    1. Your skin is NOT against you, she’s showing you what’s happening IN the body 2. The link between histamines and rosacea, acne and other skin “issues” 3. What is a low histamine diet 4. The SIBO + histamine aka BI-PHASIC diet 5. How histamines and SIBO may be the missing link in healing rosacea 6. How histamine can actually “trigger” skin “issues” 7. What are histamines and how they work 8. What are mast cells and how they influence inflammation in the body 9. The immune system, inflammation and rosacea 10. Foods to avoid if you have a histamine intolerance 11. Hidden ingredients that can trigger a histamine reaction and make your rosacea worse   Luka’s website lukasymons.com Histamine Haven histaminehaven.com Luka’s Instagram instagram.com/lukasymonschnc   Show notes and links to today's episode: https://journeytoglow.com/74   Get this month's Calendula Glow Box https://shop.journeytoglow.com/products/limited-edition-calendula-glow-box   Download your free skin healing guides: https://journeytoglow.com/   Waitlist for the rosacea healing program: https://journeytoglow.com/reclaim-waitlist-2021/   Waitlist for the Emotional Root Cause of skin "Issues" program: https://mailchi.mp/18da268aadf4/emotional-root-cause-waitlist   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovemyjourneytoglow/   Follow my new account The Skin Herbalist https://www.instagram.com/theskinherbalist/   Please consider leaving a written review on Apple podcast to support the show

Did you do your homework? This is Part 2 of my interview with Malcolm Saunders and I hope you are as pumped as I am to finish this one. Picking up right where we left off continuing with how Malcolm has been looking at food and everything that comes along with that. Then we touch briefly on some of the other topics that I enjoy talking to Malcolm with and hearing how he got to his beliefs and views.  A little mushroom talk. How are mushrooms helping to heal you? How do you help your kids get the nutrition they need?And yes some covid chat. Malcolm has pretty active in sharing his voice, research, and views for himself and his business. Helping customers find natural healthy foods, herbs and supplements, to help your body be able to thrive. You may not agree with all that he says about the subject, let's face it that is a big split on much of this. However like I say in the show I feel that Malcolm is saying these things with love in his heart. And of course you are welcome to your own option on the subject. NOTE: This episode was recorded mid March so some of the stats and restrictions may have changed since. Let's get well together!Host: Karla Turnerwww.KarlaTurner.caIG: @theansweriselephant & @karlaturner.wellnessadvocateFB: @The Answer is Elephant Podcast & @Karla Turner.Wellness AdvocateGuest: Malcolm Saunderswww.lightcellar.caIG  @themalchemist & @lightcellar FB: @lightcellar YT: @lightcellarTG: @themalchemistSponsored By: reFRESH Food & Drink Offering healthy lunches, smoothies, fresh juices, fresh baked pretzels, juice cleanses, kombucha onWalkers General Store Walkers General Store is a retail store for the whole family. We are not all about "western wear".

Malcolm from the Light Cellar! Yup that's right we get to hear from this amazing human. If you are yet to hear of my guest this week from Light Cellar please come along this ride with me. First time meeting Malcolm personally or even going to the store. I was so pleased right from pulling up!  All of the staff was super nice and you could see the passions on their faces, for their job and helping others. Defiantly my kinda place and now I can't wait to get back! The love and education that spills out of this soul is not found often these days. Listen to how one persons relationship with food, turned into a life of passion for his family and community. Learn so many new things about food and a healthy lifestyle that you maybe didn't know or could use a refresher on. When someone spends so much of their life dedicated to a healthier life, you can tell Malcolm is swimming in information and research. Such a unique and beautiful way to look at food and the food industry. I truly admire all of the love that Malcolm has for his community. Trying to work together for the greater goof for our planet and everything within it. But what do you think? Is he on to things or just another Hippie? I'm sure there are many people on both sides of that question. I enjoy that either way you are leaning to Malcolm is such a great leader in my mind because he gets people thinking. Gets people in the mood to learn more about anything just simply to learn more. Make sure to check out the second part of this episode on April 21st, 2021Let's get well together!Host: Karla Turnerwww.KarlaTurner.caIG: @theansweriselephant & @karlaturner.wellnessadvocateFB: @The Answer is Elephant Podcast & @Karla Turner.Wellness AdvocateGuest: Malcolm Saunderswww.lightcellar.caIG  @themalchemist & @lightcellar FB: @lightcellar YT: @lightcellarTG: @themalchemistSponsored By: reFRESH Food & Drink Offering healthy lunches, smoothies, fresh juices, fresh baked pretzels, juice cleanses, kombucha onWalkers General Store Walkers General Store is a retail store for the whole family. We are not all about "western wear".

Malcolm Saunders is the founder of Light Cellar, a specialty superfood shop and a teaching kitchen. Nick hears Malcolm's story and they talk about food and current events in Canada at the time of recording.

My wild and wonderful guests today Malcolm Saunders. Malcolm is the founder and creative visionary of the Light Cellar, a specialty superfood shop, elixir bar, and teaching kitchen based in Calgary Alberta Canada. He is the author of the book Elixir Life: Where Modern Nutrition Meets Ancient Herbal Wisdom – a practical guide to help […]

It truly was such an honour to have Malcolm Saunders the owner, founder and creative visionary behind the Light Cellar. The Light Cellar is considered to be one of the premier superfood stores in North America. One of Malcolm's missions is to remind us that our food choices have the power to help make the world a better place and I believe this conversation reflected just that…In this episode Malcolm and I start at the beginning and unpack his dynamic journey through the health and wellness world and uncover the experiences that helped shape him into the leader that he is today.-Malcolm defines all that the Light Cellar encompasses-Malcolm's personal journey with diet and nutrition (transitioning into as well as out of a vegetarian diet)-how the Light Cellar was created-the parallels between spirituality and buisness-connection economy / relationship economy  -Malcolm's proudest accomplishments for the Light Cellar-and of course… MUSHROOMS!!!Super excited to share a new segment of listener Q&A from you guys!!Our listeners asked:Psilocybin mushrooms, can you tell me all you know? (from Cam @ache.689)Key to a long, healthy life! (from Deniz @astronotesbydenizMalcolm also answered my three Lightening Round Questions:How do you define success?If you were to be given $10 million dollars tomorrow, what would you do with it?What is one thing that you are grateful for today?MENTIONED:PEOPLE:Daniel VitalisGabriel CousensPeter ComrieBOOKS:Cooked by Michael PollanIn Defence of Food by Michael PollanDeep Nutrition by Catherine ShanahanThe Vegetarian Myth by Lierre KeithOTHER:Paul Stamets: 6 Ways Mushrooms Can Save the World (Ted Talk)“You often feel tired, not because you've done too much, but because you've done too little of what sparks a light in you... What if we're not doing too much, but rather we're just doing too little of what truly matters? It's not hard work that exhausts us, it's meaningless work that exhausts us.” -Alexander Den HeijerFor more information, resources, and detailed show notes check out my website!

In Episode 9 of The Supercharged Podcast, we speak to Malcolm Saunders, the co-founder + creative visionary behind The Light Cellar, a magical shop in Calgary dedicated to all things superfoods, herbs, intuitive eating + nutrient elevation. For anyone that has ever been in this beautiful space, you know first hand the inspiration that naturally envelops you upon walking in the doors. At The Light Cellar you will find row upon row of alchemy, melt in your mouth chocolates, elixirs, tonics, + ferments, along with a team of amazing humans with serious plant knowledge. You are sure to leave The Light Cellar ready to live your healthiest, most enlightened, + (in our view) your most supercharged life. In this Podcast we sit down with Malcolm, a natural community connector, + talk about his first love - (in this case we're not referring to his beautiful wife Laura, with whom he founded The Light Cellar with) but rather, the most affordable luxury in the world: chocolate. Here we learn the true beauty, art, + even the mystery behind this nutrient dense fruit, we learn more about where + how the cacao bean is grown, how it is wildly fermented, the art behind the drying process, + discuss some of the most damaging processes to chocolate production today. As Canada's third chocolatier, Malcolm shares some of the misconceptions surrounding chocolate marketing, the growth in a growing craft chocolate marketplace, + perhaps most importantly, how to source + taste great chocolate (outside The Light Cellar, of course). This intimate deep dive into an ingredient so many of us consider a "guilty" pleasure, with our good friend Malcolm, was truly an honour. So please sit back, soak in the wonderful world of chocolate + prepare to love this delicious treat even more than you already do.

Welcome to the Mess Hall Podcast, part of the @albertapodnet powered by @atbfinancial.  This week's guest is Malcolm Saunders from the Light Cellar in Calgary. This was a great chat. We are talking about natural and a clean way of eating. I left feeling inspired by Malcolm. You can find him the following ways: In person: 6531 Bowness Rd NW, Calgary, Alberta Online: https://lightcellar.ca Twitter: @lightcellar Facebook: @TheLightCellar  Youtube: The Light Cellar  IF you are in Calgary make sure you join me this summer on one of Malcolm walking tours, here is a link, and I hope to see you out there with me at some point! https://lightcellar.ca/collections/in-person-classes-events     This week's podcast shout out is to Eskimo Empire. A new CFL podcast to the network. For all things Edmonton Eskimos make sure to check it out!  www.eskempire.ca Twitter: @eskempirepodFacebook: Facebook.com/eskempirepodInstagram: @eskimoempirepodcast This week the Mess Hall Podcast is brought to you in part from ATB.  Whether you're dreaming, building, or growing, ATB Entrepreneur Centres offer a powerful set of tools to help your business and personal finances grow together. Chat with a small business expert, join a community of like-minded Albertans, and get some valuable advice along the way. Just another way ATB will always be more than a bank. Visit the ATB Entrepreneur Centre locations in Edmonton, Calgary, Grande Prairie and Lethbridge. To find out more go to atbentrepreneurcentre.com    

Malcolm Saunders' mission is to deeply connect people to their food, and is the author of the book Elixir Life: Modern Nutrition Meets Ancient Herbal Wisdom. He has worked in the field of food and nutrition for close to 20 years and is the Owner & Creative Visionary of The Light Cellar in Calgary, AB. “Just do it, just start. We are often told that you have got to have a vision, you have got to have a plan, and it's all detailed out, well I have what I call the three C's conceive, commit, create… commitment is the catalyst, you are not going to create without that commitment. Make that commitment be it in time, money, energy to make it happen.” (4 Lines minimum – if less then need more quotes) …[Listen for More] Click Here for Show Notes To Listen or to Get the Show Notes go to https://wp.me/p6Tf4b-6Mv

Shop my favorite beauty biohacking products here: https://biohackyourbeauty.com/shopbyb/ Malcolm Saunders' mission is to deeply connect people to their food. Malcolm is a intuitive chef, speaker, and superfood expert who has worked in the field of food and nutrition for close to 20 years. He is the owner & creative visionary of The Light Cellar and the author of Elixir Life: Modern Nutrition Meets Ancient Herbal Wisdom, a guide to learning how to craft your own nourishing and healing beverages. His seminars and workshops have inspired thousands of individuals to recreate their relationship to food and reconnect to their intuition. Malcolm's latest work illuminates and empowers people to create the life of their dreams, while making a difference in the world. I began following Malcolm's work when I discovered his expertise as an alchemist, and his passion for creating raw chocolate at his store, The Light Cellar. His passion for superfoods and superherbs was so inspiring, especially because his creations stem from a place of service, and a desire to teach and inspire others to live and eat in harmony with themselves and the planet we live on. Here are some of the questions we answer during this episode: What are better, plant foods or animal foods? What is the difference between industrialized foods and localized foods? What is intelligent eating? What is the diet of the future? How can science help us eat right for our bodies? What does our cultural wisdom influence our eating choices? How can our ancestors help us know what to eat? Why do the opinions of others influence us so much when it comes to eating? What role does our personal experience play in honing our intuition? How can you move from eating processed foods to whole foods? How can you reset your body? Is there one way to diet that is meant for you individually? What is the wisdom of other cultures when it comes to eating during pregnancy? What are some ways that people can reconnect to their own body and intuition? Is the balance or imbalance of our gut bacteria related to our ability to eat intuitively? What are the four essential food groups? Is a plant-based diet essential for optimal health? How can you choose which plants and herbs are most important to eat for your body? Can you get vitamin B12 from other sources besides animal foods? What parts of an animal are optimal for nutrition? What can medicinal mushrooms do for our health and are they an essential food group? What do fermented foods do for beauty and for our longevity? Can fermented foods help us combat allergies? Should you eat fermented foods with other foods or on an empty stomach? How can you use your intuition to know which medicinal mushrooms to take? What is Malcolm's favorite anti-aging biohack? ENJOY THE SHOW! ~ I want to encourage you to share this podcast with your friends and the people you love, because it could be the thing that gets them to make that one lifestyle change that makes a difference, and it might just be something that they really enjoy learning from. If you want to support the podcast, please SUBSCRIBE. If you want to be extra supportive, please leave a review and rating, its super easy, just scroll down to the bottom right and click on the little dots and you'll see leave a review. Please tune in to the next show, episode 4, with Krystyna Robin McMillan. We will be discussing adventure seeking, the role of fun in beauty, and biohacking your travel protocol! Have a BEAUTIFUL week! -Dora

Malcolm Saunders' mission is to deeply connect people to their food. Malcolm is a intuitive chef, speaker, and superfood expert who has worked in the field of food and nutrition for close to 20 years. He is the owner & creative visionary of The Light Cellar and the author of Elixir Life: Modern Nutrition Meets Ancient Herbal Wisdom, a guide to learning how to craft your own nourishing and healing beverages. His seminars and workshops have inspired thousands of individuals to recreate their relationship to food and reconnect to their intuition. Malcolm's latest work illuminates and empowers people to create the life of their dreams, while making a difference in the world. I began following Malcolm's work when I discovered his expertise as an alchemist, and his passion for creating raw chocolate at his store, The Light Cellar. His passion for superfoods and superherbs was so inspiring, especially because his creations stem from a place of service, and a desire to teach and inspire others to live and eat in harmony with themselves and the planet we live on. Here are some of the questions we answer during this episode: What are better, plant foods or animal foods? What is the difference between industrialized foods and localized foods? What is intelligent eating? What is the diet of the future? How can science help us eat right for our bodies? What does our cultural wisdom influence our eating choices? How can our ancestors help us know what to eat? Why do the opinions of others influence us so much when it comes to eating? What role does our personal experience play in honing our intuition? How can you move from eating processed foods to whole foods? How can you reset your body? Is there one way to diet that is meant for you individually? What is the wisdom of other cultures when it comes to eating during pregnancy? What are some ways that people can reconnect to their own body and intuition? Is the balance or imbalance of our gut bacteria related to our ability to eat intuitively? What are the four essential food groups? Is a plant-based diet essential for optimal health? How can you choose which plants and herbs are most important to eat for your body? Can you get vitamin B12 from other sources besides animal foods? What parts of an animal are optimal for nutrition? What can medicinal mushrooms do for our health and are they an essential food group? What do fermented foods do for beauty and for our longevity? Can fermented foods help us combat allergies? Should you eat fermented foods with other foods or on an empty stomach? How can you use your intuition to know which medicinal mushrooms to take? What is Malcolm's favorite anti-aging biohack? ENJOY THE SHOW! ~ I want to encourage you to share this podcast with your friends and the people you love, because it could be the thing that gets them to make that one lifestyle change that makes a difference, and it might just be something that they really enjoy learning from. If you want to support the podcast, please SUBSCRIBE. If you want to be extra supportive, please leave a review and rating, its super easy, just scroll down to the bottom right and click on the little dots and you'll see leave a review. Please tune in to the next show, episode 4, with Krystyna Robin McMillan. We will be discussing adventure seeking, the role of fun in beauty, and biohacking your travel protocol! Have a BEAUTIFUL week! -Dora

Malcolm Saunders of the Light Cellar share all about intuitive eating! My favorite topic!

Malcolm Saunders- Creative Visionary & Owner of The Light Cellar and father of a 12 year old Girl, talks with Financial Expert- Tammy Johnston about kids and money & how this usually taboo subject is handled in their family.

Malcolm Saunders from the Light Cellar shares about fermentation, intuitive nutrition and chocolate. malcolmsaunders.com thelightcellar.ca

  Malcom Saunders is the founder and owner of Calgary’s health food joint, the Light Cellar.  With products like reishi mushroom, chaga powder and your choice of cacao nibs, paste or powder, he’s opening up a whole new world of health foods to this city.  The store also has an elixir bar so that you can get your superfood fix as you shop.  In today’s episode we hear about how this world traveller found his passion in food.  Malcolm also gears us up with tips, advice and a new perspective on how to eat. Spoiler alert: it’s more basic than you think...  Read More

Malcolm Saunders tried an idealistic, teenage flirtation with vegetarianism. It involved little more than dropping the meat from his meat, potatoes and junk food diet. Today he has a whole new relationship with food—and with all of life. With nearly 20 years in food and nutrition, he is the owner of The Light Cellar. An intuitive chef specializing in the alchemy of superfoods and super herbs, his desire is to inspire others to live and eat from a space that honors the sacredness of all life, illuminating the power our food choices have on ourselves, other beings, and the planet we live on.    

For the November Edition of ATTMind Radio, I am happy to introduce Malcolm Saunders to the show. He is a prolific food educator, chocolate maker, and the owner and visionary behind The Light Cellar, which is considered to be one of the premier superfood stores in North America. I have known Malcolm for many years now and his work has had an important impact on my own life, it is an honour to have him on the show. Topics Discussed: “foodSCOPE” Malcolm’s model for creating a personally meaningful diet. Raw Foods and diet diversity. Saturated Fats and the history of Canola. Problems with Standard American. Craving for junk fulfillment of internal, psychic Emptiness. Slowing down. Fasting. Simplifying and training yourself for intuitive eating. Aredveda and diet’s effects on subjective consciousness. Superfoods in general. Problems with the 1st world’s role at the top of the globalized food economy hierarchy. How to seek ‘good’ and high-integrity sources of rare or medicinal foods. CHOCOLATE - the problems with the so-called “raw” movement, mycotoxins, and the experiential potentials of chocolate as a ceremonial substance. Full Show Notes: http://bit.ly/ATTMindRadioEp38   Support The Podcast PayPal Donation Patreon Other Options (including bitcoin)

Malcolm Saunders mission is to deeply connect people to their food. He has worked in the field of food and nutrition for 20 years and is the owner & creative visionary of The Light Cellar. Malcolm is a public speaker and intuitive chef who specializes in sharing the alchemy of superfoods and superherbs. Through his videos, workshops and seminars he has helped thousands of individuals recreate their relationship to food. He has an expertise and passion for creating and teaching others how to make energizing and healing foods, including chocolate, elixirs and ferments. Malcolm’s desire is to inspire others to live and eat from a space that honours the sacredness of all Life, illuminating the power of influence our food choices have on ourselves, other beings, and the planet we live on. Malcolm has created events and shared the stage with world-renown speakers including David Wolfe, Daniel Vitalis, Sandor Katz, Nadine Artemis, Dr. Terry Willard and more. Show Notes:  intelligent eating intuitive eating drinking wild/spring water why we have a low 'FQ' (food intelligence) The issue with the Canada food guide 16 yrs old, Malcolm changed his eating habits recreate food relationships rational thought how do you feel around certain foods listen to signs resent the body with cleansing eat food from nature prepare foods yourself the industrialization of the food industry support local farmers stick to the perimeter of the grocery store get more into whole food wild crafting - picking berries, etc Thank you so much for your interest in this show of Exploring Mind and Body, if you haven't done so already please take a moment and leave a quick rating and review of the show in iTunes by clicking below. It will keep us delivering valuable content each week and give others an opportunity to find the show as well. Click here to subscribe via iTunes (and or leave a rating)

Join the Light Cellar and Sandor Katz at the Festival of Friendly Ferments, where we will activate the culture between people, bacteria, and yeast! Enrich yourself within the realm of Friendly Ferments! Oct 16 & 17, 2015, Calgary, AB. thelightcellar.ca