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You may think you're eating clean, but what if your “healthy” food is secretly making you sick?In this eye-opening episode of ReInvent Healthcare, Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo sits down with Mira Dessy, The Ingredient Guru, to expose the shocking hidden additives that sneak into your food—even the ones marketed as “natural” and “organic.”From gut-wrecking emulsifiers to misleading labels, Mira reveals the top toxic ingredients that can fuel inflammation, metabolic chaos, and chronic disease. If you're a health-conscious individual or a practitioner guiding others, you must hear this conversation before your next grocery run!What's Inside This Episode?The #1 Food Industry Lie That's Keeping You Sick – Why “natural” and “organic” labels don't always mean safe.The Silent Gut Destroyers in Your Favorite Foods – The emulsifiers and additives triggering bloating, gas, and inflammation.Artificial Sweeteners & Hidden Sugars – Why “healthy” sugars like agave may be worse than high fructose corn syrup.The Banned Ingredient STILL in Your Food – What food manufacturers don't want you to know about Red #3 and trans fats.How Food Labels Trick You – The sneaky tactics companies use to hide harmful ingredients.The Truth About Gums & Fillers – Are guar gum, xanthan gum, and carrageenan actually safe?GMO Apples & Packaging – Why even your produce aisle isn't as safe as you think.Resources & LinksCheck out our Free guide on Functional FoodJoin the Next-Level Health Practitioner Facebook group for free resources and community support.Visit INEMethod.com for advanced health practitioner training and tools to elevate your clinical skills and grow your practice.Explore More Episodes on ReInvent Healthcare and Functional Food hereMira Dessy's Resources & LinksThe Pantry Principle: How to Read the Label and Understand What's Really In Your Food – Get Mira's book on decoding food labels and avoiding toxic ingredients. Grab Your Copy HereVisit Mira at TheIngredientGuru.comFood News You Can Use (Substack): MiraDessy.Substack.comFind Mira Dessy on social media at: Facebook: facebook.com/miradessyInstagram: @TheIngredientGuruLinkedIn:...

The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes Mira Dessy, aka “The Ingredient Guru” to expose some of the most toxic ingredients hiding in our foods today.  Together, Ann Louise and Mira blow the lid off of the most shocking facts—like how Splenda was originally designed as a bug killer and the bizarre ingredient made from beaver anal glands (yes, really!). They also dive into Apeel, the controversial produce coating that doesn't wash off and isn't labeled, leaving many consumers in the dark. Which grocery stores and companies are rejecting it? Which foods are most affected? Why is it such a problem?  Mira, author of “The Pantry Principle: How to Read the Label and Understand What's Really in Your Food”, shares insights on how to spot hidden MSG and other sneaky additives, while also giving tips on what to look for instead. It's an essential listen for anyone who wants to shop smarter, eat cleaner, and take control of what's on their plate. Don't miss this must-hear conversation!  For more information check out: https://theingredientguru.com/.   The post What's REALLY in Your Food Today? – Episode 188: Mira Dessy first appeared on Ann Louise Gittleman, PhD, CNS.

In this special bonus episode of the RWS Clinician's Corner, we chat with Mira Dessy about her journey from being storm-struck to becoming a leader in preparedness education via social media. She discusses her membership program designed to help families and individuals prepare for unexpected events like job losses, dock worker strikes, and natural disasters. We explore the essential elements of a preparedness pantry, long-term storage solutions for nutritious foods, and practical tips for maintaining these supplies. Mira also emphasizes the importance of having a solid plan for water storage, the right power needs for cooking in a crisis, and keeping our families' dietary preferences in mind while preparing. In this interview, we discuss:   Real-world impacts (from strikes, natural disasters, etc.) and preparedness examples What a preparedness pantry looks like, as well as other emergency essentials Preparedness calendar for step-by-step planning Practical preparedness tips and equipment Food storage and preservation techniques Emergency pantry setup and planning, along with nutritious emergency foods Long-term protein and water storage Emergency cooking solutions during power outages   The Clinician's Corner is brought to you by Restorative Wellness Solutions.  Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/restorativewellnesssolutions/ Timestamps: 00:00 Stock pantry with real food for emergencies. 08:30 Started teaching online skills amid challenges. 11:04 Emergencies vary; preparation aids stability significantly. 18:24 Started stocking supplies, blending with regular groceries. 22:03 Rotate pantry items, plan meals with stored food. 28:17 Water readiness depends on location and tools. 35:30 Training program for restoring client health balance. 37:57 Natural gas stove works during power outages. 42:41 Store items safely based on local conditions. 52:53 Preparedness calendar aids compliance with health advice. 55:58 Self-sufficiency reduces stress and panic during emergencies. 01:03:03 Join, follow, share, suggest topics via email. Speaker Bio:  Mira Dessy is an author, speaker, Holistic Nutritionist and Real Food Advocate who emphasizes a healthy lifestyle and eating whole foods. After experiencing years of debilitating digestive issues and health challenges, Mira realized the healing strength of food after she learned to eat right – slowly but surely regaining her health. Her recovery and its connection to food and eating made such a powerful impact that she returned to school and earned certification as a Nutrition Educator. As a Certified Nutrition Educator, Mira uses her experience and knowledge to educate others on how to navigate the grocery store's mammoth packaged food stock, decipher confusing food labels, and choose healthy convenience foods. Her book, The Pantry Principle: How to read the label and understand what's really in your food helps readers understand these principles. Mira's mission as “The Ingredient Guru” is to help people feel balanced, healthy, and to support them as they work to achieve their health goals. Each body is unique, exceptional, one of a kind. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. Through individual consults, public speaking events, and wellness seminars, Mira focuses on education, knowledge, and empowerment coupled with the valuable lessons she learned in her own journey to health to support and encourage us all to eat well and be well.   Connect with Mira Dessy: Website: https://theingredientguru.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theingredientguru/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theingredientguru/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheIngredientGuru Email: mira@theingredientguru.com   Additional Resources (as discussed on the podcast):    Preparedness Calendar: https://theingredientguru.com/2025calendar Freeze Dried Camp Stew:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ugw7-OXRXKQ  Freeze Dried Egg Scramble:  https://youtu.be/1Dz1iZCmHIw  Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2024/08/09/costco-emergency-food-kit-apocalypse-review/ Class/Course Offerings:  Join The Kitchen Table (for special courses, like the Preparedness Pantry Masterclass): https://thekitchentable.thinkific.com/courses/ppm Keywords:  emergency preparedness, real food emergency preparedness, preparedness pantry, hurricane preparedness, emergency supplies, disaster preparedness, emergency food storage, protein storage, water storage, water filtration, power outages, portable power sources, cooking during emergencies, sanitation in emergencies, preparedness calendar, membership program, food rotation, pantry organization, emergency nutrition, freeze-dried foods, dehydrated foods, camp stoves, portable generators, emergency cooking solutions, functional health professionals, holistic nutrition, ingredient guru, emergency supply planning, natural disaster preparation, survival skills training Disclaimer: The views expressed in the RWS Clinician's Corner series are those of the individual speakers and interviewees, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Restorative Wellness Solutions, LLC. 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Do you use protein powders and bars to get protein in your diet? Unfortunately, some of the ingredients in these products can negatively affect your bones and overall health. Protein is crucial for maintaining strong bones and overall health, but choosing the wrong products can do more harm than good.   In this episode, I sit down with Mira Dessy, The Ingredient Guru, to uncover dangers lurking in popular protein products. Discover the hidden ingredients to avoid and learn how to protect your bones and boost your health with the right protein products.   Are you ready to make healthier choices? Learn how to make informed decisions for better health in today's Happy Bones, Happy Life podcast episode! Your bones will thank you!   “I think the biggest problem for so many people is that they want to go to a Walmart or another store like that and buy the biggest cheapest container that they can, and they do not realize that there's probably a lot of starchy stuff in there, like tapioca starch or rice starch and things like that, as fillers, and that's not great. It's really better to spend the money and get a good quality clean protein and make sure that you're nourishing your body well.” - Mira Dessy In this episode: - [02:33] - Allergens in protein bars and powders - [12:01] - Products containing allulose - [14:30] - Challenges in getting accurate product info - [18:35] - Hormones and antibiotics in dairy - [22:40] - Reliable amino acid sources - [25:57] - Importance of protein for health - [27:48] - Balancing your protein needs - [29:09] - Getting protein during tough times - [32:58] - Emergency preparedness courses - [34:36] - How Mira can help you take control of your health   Resources mentioned - Mira's Preparedness Pantry Masterclass - https://tinyurl.com/myhealthypantry - Mira's website - https://theingredientguru.com - Discounted supplements through Fullscript - https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/mbissinger - Margie's favorite protein supplement - Perfect Amino ™ by BodyHealth. It is available as a powder or in tablet form - https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/mbissinger   More about Margie - Website - https://margiebissinger.com/  - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Margie-Bissinger-MS-PT-CHC-100063542905332/  - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/margiebissinger/?hl=en    DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast.   *In compliance with the FTC guidelines, please assume the following about links on this site: Some of the links going to products are affiliate links of which I receive a small commission from sales of certain items, but the price is the same for you (sometimes, I even get to share a unique discount with you). If I post an affiliate link to a product, it is something that I personally use, support, and would recommend. I personally vet each and every product. My first priority is providing valuable information and resources to help you create positive changes in your health and bring more happiness into your life. I will only ever link to products or resources (affiliate or otherwise) that fit within this purpose.

Feeding Families is a part of the EcoParent Podcast Network: https://www.ecoparent.ca/podcastsThis episode was generously sponsored by the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition: https://csnn.caAbout the episode:In this episode, we discuss the importance of knowing what is in and on our food so we can make educated quick decisions at the grocery store. Marketing tactics and product creep in stores have become harder and harder to navigate and we need to be savvy shoppers if we want to nourish our kids while also finding healthy shortcuts! We talk about food labels and the things we each consider hard “NOs” when it comes to convenience foods.Guest Bio:Mira Dessy is The Ingredient Guru. A holistic nutrition professional, author, and popular public speaker, she knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat.  Over time this philosophy has been expanded to include helping people understand the basics of building a preparedness pantry as one of the ingredients for a healthy life. Mira is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, the American Nutrition Association, and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Additionally, she is on the Board of Directors for the American Holistic Health Association and is a member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Turner Syndrome Society. Host Bio:Jess is a Family Health Educator, nutritionist, and mother of three focused on nutrition for brain health and resilience in kids. A certified teacher, Author, Speaker, and practitioner of Functional and Holistic Nutrition, Jess is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of children who face challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders. Her integrative approach involves unraveling hidden stressors and deeply nourishing the body to foster resilience and optimal health. Jess's best-selling book, "Raising Resilience", and her online resources have reached a global audience, equipping parents and practitioners with practical tools to bring simplicity and joy back into family life.Links for Mira:The Pantry Principle: https://www.amazon.ca/Pantry-Principle-label-understand-really/dp/0988935708Website: https://theingredientguru.com/The Kitchen Table: https://bit.ly/4ej22FEShopping Apps Mentioned:https://yuka.io/en/https://www.fooducate.com/https://world.openfoodfacts.org/https://foogal.com/Further Links for Jess:Guide: www.JessSherman.com/anxietysupportforkidsCourses: www.JessSherman.com/learnBook: www.RaisingResilience.caMembership: www.JessSherman.com/membershipSocial: instagram.com/askJessshermanAbout our Podcast Network:The EcoParent Podcast Network helps busy families live a healthier, greener lifestyle. Our host experts are imperfect, real, busy parents just like you who share ways to lower our collective carbon footprint and practical strategies that make a difference to your family's health, the planet and to our children's future. We offer raw, honest conversations and actionable advice in the following six areas: pregnancy & birth, pediatric wellness, kids nutrition, healthy home, beauty, and parenting. Join us and get inspired to live a more sustainable, healthy life!About the Feeding Families Podcast:No matter where you are, if you're a parent I'm pretty sure you and I want the same thing - to build strong mental and physical health in our kids and set them up for a bright future. In our episodes, we break down the nuts & bolts of kids' nutrition and bring you inspiring food stories and practical strategies so you can overcome real-life food challenges shared by parents everywhere. We want you leaving our episodes with more clarity, new ideas, inspiration, and unwavering confidence in the food decisions you make every day. Credits:This episode was edited, mastered, and produced by RanserSound.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/feeding-families--5202281/support.

We know we should read the ingredient labels. When they start to conceal more than they reveal, that's a problem. Mira discusses what some preservatives are and why we should reject the foods that have them. We also discuss what bioengineered ingredients are, how they're different from GMOs, and what that might mean for your wellness. #ingredients #food #health #wellness Find Mira's book and the 2024 Dirty Dozen list of produce that is heavily sprayed with pesticides on the show notes page here. culinarylibertarian.com/290 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannreid/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dannreid/support

Episode Highlights With Mira DessyThe problem with fragrances and why she calls the cleaning product aisle "the aisle of death"How chemicals and fragrances affect the body and why it mattersWhy fragrance-free isn't always a better alternativeFragrances can have a lot of harmful compounds involved and they aren't required to list them The easiest and most important first things to swap out in your houseWhy dryer sheets are terrible offenders for home air The biggest offenders in personal care productsWe can reset our olfactory senses when we avoid artificial fragrances Why laundry is often the worst offender Resources We MentionThe Kitchen TableBranch BasicsFontana CandlesiMOM PodcastIf you need a mom friend right now, you've come to the right place.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Episode Highlights With MiraWhy preparedness is a growing trend How financial concerns are leading to more interest in having preparedness pantriesThe problem with most long-term food storage — highly processed foods Why access to clean water is so important with stored foodsHow much food and water do we need to store aheadA reason to have a regular pantry and a preparedness pantry How to figure out what your family eats over a two-week period to know what to storeFreeze-dried vegetables and fruits are a good optionWhat canned goods to consider for food storageWhy you should keep a few things in your car to be preparedResources We MentionThe Kitchen TableThe Kitchen Table membershipTheingredientguru.comThrive MarketiMOM PodcastIf you need a mom friend right now, you've come to the right place.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

During childhood and early adulthood, our bones develop their strength, but as we age, our bones lose calcium, causing bone thinning. A solution to that issue is embracing a bone-friendly diet and lifestyle to strengthen our bones or minimize age-related bone loss.   However, the best diet to prevent osteoporosis is not just eating calcium-rich foods. It's also about avoiding certain foods and ingredients that can impact your bone health when consumed in large quantities.    You might find it surprising that some ingredients you thought were good for you are harming your bones and overall health. And that's what I'm here to discuss with my guest, Mira Dessy, better known as The Ingredient Guru.   A holistic nutrition professional, author, and popular public speaker, Mira knows that it's not just what you eat but what's in what you eat. We also know you can't just give up dark chocolate or coffee and other food additives, so we're providing you with healthy options so you can start gradually making healthy swaps to what's on your kitchen table.    Are you curious about what ingredients to watch out for? Let's jump into another informative episode of the Happy Bones, Happy Life podcast!    “The biggest tip or tool that you have to be able to take control of your health and wellness is to develop the habit of reading the label.” - Mira Dessy   In this episode: - [02:48] - This additive that is present in every grocery store is harming you - [04:58] - How to know if your deli meat is safe - [08:11] - Why being brand-disloyal is a good practice - [14:15] - What is Calcium Disodium EDTA, and how does it affect our health? - [18:03] - The danger of taking too much caffeine - [21:26] - Non-caffeinated coffee alternatives you can try - [28:20] - The effect of eating dark chocolate or desserts at night - [29:57] - You think low fat is good for you? Think again! - [32:30] - Understanding what is in the liquids that you drink - [34:43] - How to know if what you are drinking is good for your health - [36:14] - The biggest tool that you have to take control of your well-being - [40:40] - Here's a great tip to boost your health   Resources mentioned - MORE Natural Approaches to Osteoporosis and Bone Health Summit  - The Kitchen Table - Mira's monthly membership  - The Pantry Principle: How to Read the Label and Understand What's Really in Your Food   Connect with Mira Dessy - Community for Holistic Wellness    More about Margie - Website - Facebook  - Instagram    DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast. *In compliance with the FTC guidelines, please assume the following about links on this site: Some of the links going to products are affiliate links of which I receive a small commission from sales of certain items, but the price is the same for you (sometimes, I even get to share a unique discount with you). If I post an affiliate link to a product, it is something that I personally use, support, and would recommend. I personally vet each and every product. My first priority is providing valuable information and resources to help you create positive changes in your health and bring more happiness into your life. I will only ever link to products or resources (affiliate or otherwise) that fit within this purpose.

Today I'm excited to welcome Mira Dessy, The Ingredient Guru.A holistic nutrition professional, author, and popular public speaker, she knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. Her work focuses on helping people find bio-individual solutions for chronic health issues and creating pantry preparedness through her online community The Kitchen Table.Mira is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, the American Nutrition Association, and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Additionally, she is on the Board of Directors for the American Holistic Health Association and is a member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Turner Syndrome Society.In this episode we'll be talking about allulose, the hot new sweetener on the market that's being used in numerous keto and low sugar products. Allulose is getting lots of press and is even being promoted by well respected doctors and nutrition experts. But is it actually good for us? Mira uncovers the truth behind this ingredient and the detrimental effects it can have on our health and metabolism.Where to find Mira:https://theingredientguru.com/https://www.instagram.com/theingredientguru/https://www.facebook.com/theingredientguruTake Mira's First Aid Preparedness Seminar!Because the best time to prepare for an emergency is before there is one.https://thekitchentable.thinkific.com/courses/TKT-first-aid-preparedness-seminarStudies mentioned:From Mira: I'd like to point out that studies claiming a certain amount is "safe" usually fail to take into account the fact that no one is keeping track of how much you're eating. If you're getting something in a number of different products throughout the day it's easy to go far past the tolerable amount.This one has a positive slant for allulose however I'd like to point out that they specifically mention that it alters the microbiome - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32013116/ - Fecal short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) production analysis revealed that ALL induced elevated total SCFA production compared to the other groups. Also, ALL supplement induced the change in the microbial communityhttps://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/british-journal-of-nutrition/article/allulose-in-human-diet-the-knowns-and-the-unknowns/74020152A1262DF4D7942A4DB54B6E37- in vitro studies have shown that certain bacteria such as Klebsiella pneumonia are able to utilise allulose as a substrate. This finding has been a subject of concern, since Klebsiella pneumoniae represents an opportunistic human pathogen.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6315886/pdf/nutrients-10-02010.pdf- A correlation analysis of the GI tolerance test for D-allulose and sugar revealed significantly higher...

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“It's never too late to change your diet and lifestyle.” Mira DessyFrom disguised ingredients to misleading labeling requirements, deciphering ingredient labels can feel like a mammoth task. Even when they're honest and detailed, who can keep track of all the ingredients and know what they do to your body?Today, I'm super excited to be joined by Mira Dessy, The Ingredient Guru and author of The Pantry Principle: How To Read The Label And Understand What's Really In Your Food. Mira believes it's not just about what you eat but what's in what you eat. She teaches clients how to navigate the grocery store's packaged food stock, decipher confusing food labels, and find real food solutions for chronic health issues.In this conversation, we discussed how Mira became known as the Ingredient Guru, the importance of being aware of what's in our food, how to understand food labels, the harmful ingredients you should avoid, how to start taking unhealthy foods out of your diet, and more. Enjoy the episode!To learn more, visit the show notes at https://savemythyroid.com/podcast/which-ingredients-can-trigger-thyroid-autoimmunity-104/. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Access hundreds of free articles at www.NaturalEndocrineSolutions.com Visit Dr. Eric's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/ To work with Dr. Eric, visit https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

I had an amazing conversation with Mira Dessy, a nutrition educator and "Ingredient Guru." We discussed how to become an empowered shopper and the importance of being your own health advocate. Mira shared her personal story of being diagnosed with multiple autoimmune diseases and explained how they are all connected to the immune system. We also touched on various topics, including the importance of reading ingredient labels, avoiding harmful additives, and making small, sustainable changes to our diets. During our conversation, Mira emphasized the need to find a doctor who is a good fit and can act as a partner in one's health journey. She also explained the challenges of navigating social situations while accommodating others' needs and maintaining one's own health goals. Additionally, we discussed the addictive nature of hyper-palatable and processed foods and how they can hinder a person's efforts to switch to real, whole foods.We also touched on the challenges of getting family members to buy into changing their eating habits. Mira encouraged finding teachable moments and sharing information to help family members understand the importance of making healthier choices. We agreed that it takes time for everyone to adjust, but eventually, adopting healthier habits becomes a natural part of the household.Throughout our conversation, we emphasized the importance of taking responsibility for one's health and diet choices. We suggested making small, sustainable changes rather than overwhelming oneself with a complete overhaul. It is essential to prioritize self-care and advocacy for one's own health before attempting to care for others. Remember, even small changes can lead to a healthier lifestyle overall.In conclusion, I hope this conversation has provided valuable insights on how to become an empowered shopper and your own health advocate. Remember to educate yourself, read ingredient labels, and make small changes towards a healthier lifestyle. Thank you for tuning in!

Each of us adds to the great play of the universe in our own unique way and with our own unique gift. Today's guest is making lives better, one pantry at a time. Her name is Mira Dessy, and she is known as the Ingredient Guru. As a nutrition educator, Mira helps us understand how to make informed choices about what we eat by focusing on whole food nutrition. Join us as we explore topics like food labeling, common food additives, eliminating bad ingredients from your diet and how to build a healthy and sustainable pantry. With Mira's guidance, we are able to gain clarity and confidence in our food choices, leading to a happier and healthier life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode I interview Mira Dessy. Mira is known as The Ingredient Guru. She is the author of The Pantry Principle: how to read the label and understand what's really in your food. She is also a speaker, holistic nutritionist, and real food advocate. She emphasizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle through whole foods.   After experiencing years of debilitating digestive issues and health challenges, Mira realized the healing strength of food after she learned to eat right, slowly but surely regaining her health.   Mira was inspired to share the knowledge she gained on her journey to better health, and now her mission is to help people feel balanced, healthy, and to support them as they work to achieve their health goals.   Eat Well, Be Well   One of the things we tend to forget is that many of the health conditions that we experience, including the more serious ones like ulcerative colitis or arthritis or diabetes and the not so serious ones like body aches or bloating, are the result of years of exposure to non-food ingredients and not nourishing our bodies the way they need it.   It's important to know that every body is unique, exceptional and one of a kind. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. And many times we end up having this low-level unidentified disruption in what is really going on. And the truth is that it's not just what you eat, it's what you absorb. So, if your gut is not in good shape, you are not going to be able to absorb the nutrients your body needs.   If you eat foods with no nutritional value, your body is going to have to do something with it before it can get to the things that it actually needs. So, there is this whole paradigm of beginning to recognize that the gut is the key to what's going on with our health and well-being.   Our food can be our medicine, but we have to recognize that we live in human bodies our bodies require us to digest the food, absorb the nutrients and metabolize those nutrients and so, if we are missing those steps and putting whatever in our mouths thinking that our bodies will handle it, we are likely to end up with some serious health issues.   It's only when we come back and analyze what we are really eating and if our bodies are digesting these foods correctly (and also absorbing the nutrients), when we will see the benefits in our health.   One of the things that is so important to keep in mind is that there are so many different systems and processes going on in our bodies but the best place to start is at the foundation. Regardless of what's going on with your body, if your gut is better, you're better. There may be   other things like sleeping well or exercising or taking care of your mind but when we start at a foundational level, it provides the body with all of the basic building blocks it needs. After this is done, we can layer in the other things to find out what works best for your individual self.   Where to Start   The best place to start is in your own pantry. I encourage people to build the habit of reading the label in their foods and very best place to do this is in your pantry, go look at what's already in there.   We as humans have our 20 favorite foods and we tend to shop on autopilot. And unfortunately, there are probably things in your pantry right now that you don't want in your body. When you start reading the labels you realize there are things like artificial colors, or artificial flavors in your foods and you definitely don't want to be putting these inside your body, if you want your health to be as good as it can be.   I also encourage something called brand disloyalty. Don't buy the brand, buy what you need. This is because companies change, they merge or they get bought, and many times in these processes they don't change the brand, they just change what's in the package. Be loyal to yourself.   5 Things to Avoid   First of all, avoid anything that has the word artificial on the label. If it is artificial, it's not real, it is not food and our bodies do not need it. This includes artificial sweeteners, artificial flavors, artificial colors, etc.   Another thing to avoid is high fructose corn syrup. It is not good for our bodies, especially for our liver. There are substitutes that we also need to watch out for that are as bad or worse, like agave nectar with higher fructose by volume than high fructose corn syrup.   You also want to avoid crystalline fructose because it is just dehydrated high fructose corn syrup. These tend to be in desserts and baked goods.   Carrageenan is another thing you want to avoid. This is an emulsifier and thickening agent extracted from red edible seaweeds. The type of process followed to extract it results in a byproduct that is not good for our bodies. It has a negative impact on our gut health, it can cause ulcerative colitis like symptoms in the gut and in laboratory studies it was shown to cause renal bumps.   Another sweetener to avoid is allulose. It is found in nature in very small quantities and now it has been replicated in laboratory settings to produce large quantities of it. It is really bad for the gut and makes you bloat. Unfortunately, it has found its way into many keto and paleo diets and protein bars also.   Lastly, stay away from anything that is not a real word. If it is just letters like BHT, BHA, EDTA, TBHQ, etc. All those are abbreviations for really long chemical names and these chemicals are used to preserve foods so they can sit in shelves for longer. These are not foods for the body. It is better to stick to ingredients you recognize as foods.   So next time you go to the supermarket just pick one category that you want to clean up, like non-dairy milks or canned soups or pickles or condiments. This way you don't have to spend 10 hours at the supermarket reading every single label. Once you have one category cleaned up you can move to the next one the next time you go grocery shopping.   Not a One-Size-Fits-All   You don't need to have a disease like IBS or Crohn's to be impacted by any of the non-food ingredients in many foods out there. It is true that if you have IBS or Crohn's the symptoms are going to be amplified and you may be in pain and trying to recover for weeks after being exposed to a certain non-food ingredient, but perfectly healthy people can also feel discomfort, bloating, constipation or diarrhea as a result.   There is so much information available online that can be conflicting, overwhelming, or just plain wrong for your particular body.   Part of the challenge we face is that for many of us it depends on how quickly our system responds. We could have slow motility and so the symptoms would not show for a while, or it could be also a matter of how much we are consuming of a specific ingredient.   Also, some things affect certain bodies in different ways than others. In the end, it's a matter of being conscious about what you are eating and how that makes you feel. Each body's response is different and it's our responsibility to keep track. As we previously said, there is no one-size-fits-all solution.   The important thing to remember is that no matter what your story is, if you are conscious and you nourish your body, that's always going to be better than not doing it at all.   If you want to reach out to Mira and learn how she can help you, please check out her website or hes Instagram @theingredientguru. You can also check out her Masterclass: The Preparedness Pantry.   If you want to learn more about my approach on how you can apply Clean Eating (The C in my SelfC.A.R.E. protocol) so you can get back to feeling your best, you may want to start by reading my book Master Your Stress Reset Your Health.   In the book, I share the quiz I developed to help you identify how stress has affected you specifically by knowing your Stress Type. You can also take the Stress Type Quiz online.   For the most comprehensive support, even with the most difficult health issues (physical or mental), it is best to meet with me one-on-one, which is available to you no matter where you are in the world (via phone or zoom). You can set up a one-on-one appointment with me here.   We're here to help you!     Connect with Dr. Doni:    Facebook HTTPS://FACEBOOK.COM/DRDONIWILSON   Instagram HTTPS://INSTAGRAM.COM/DRDONIWILSON   YouTube HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/USER/DONIWILSONND   Weekly Wellness Wisdom Newsletter: HTTPS://DOCTORDONI.COM/WWW     -   Books and Resources:    Order My New Book: https://www.amazon.com/Master-Your-Stress-Reset-Health/dp/1953295576   Stress Warrior Book (FREE)  HTTPS://DOCTORDONI.COM/STRESSWARRIOR      Stress Warrior Stress Resiliency Facebook Group (FREE)  HTTPS://FACEBOOK.COM/GROUPS/STRESSWARRIOR     7-day Stress Reset (FREE)  HTTPS://DOCTORDONI.COM/STRESS-RESET     HPV & Cervical Dysplasia Guide (FREE)  HTTPS://DOCTORDONI.COM/HPV-AND-CERVICAL-DYSPLASIA-GUIDE/     -   Personalized Solutions:    If you'd like to meet with Dr. Doni one-on-one for your health, request a Health Breakthrough Session: HTTPS://DOCTORDONI.COM/BREAKTHROUGH     To get an idea of more comprehensive options, read about Dr. Doni's Signature Consultation Programs: HTTPS://DOCTORDONI.COM/SERVICES   Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. 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Maybe, just maybe, the course you launched isn't selling like you anticipated. Let's identify the disconnect between what your ideal customers need and their path to success to create a transformation story that sells and makes a difference. This week, I host a live coaching session with Holistic Nutritionist and Real Food Advocate, Mira Dessy, where I discover why her current top-end course isn't selling as anticipated and identify the perfect student path to get Mira and her customers the desired results. Plus, you'll get insight on how to price each step along the path and how to identify the course where all paths should lead.

Mira Dessy can help us reclaim our true power and clarity one bite at a time. Listen in as the ingredient guru educates with love and we offer up the challenge of the week. Shine On!

Have you ever looked at an ingredient label and felt completely overwhelmed? Like you don't know what any of these ingredients are and which ones are good or bad for you? This discussion with Mira Dessy focuses on exactly that. When it comes to treating chronic disease in a holistic manner, diet plays a central role. But diet and everything around it can be so confusing nowadays. Being able to simplify it in a way that is understandable and applicable is crucial and Mira helps us do that. After listening, you'll have your pantry positioned for success to live the healthiest life possible. We discuss: What role nutrition plays in the development and progression of chronic disease. What are the key principles for healthy eating when shopping for groceries? What are the main red flags to look for on the ingredient label. What are the common shortcomings in pantries and how can we work to improve them? How to design your meal planning around a busy lifestyle. How to help your children eat healthier. Guest Bio Mira Dessy is The Ingredient Guru. A holistic nutrition professional, author, and a popular public speaker, she knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. Mira is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who has been working with clients for over 16 years helping clients with chronic health issues find nourishing solutions for wellness. Mira is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Additionally, she is on the Board of Directors for the American Holistic Health Association and is a member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Turner Syndrome Society. She can be found online at theingredientguru.com Connect with Mira Website: https://theingredientguru.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theingredientguru/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miradessy/ The Ingredient Guru Community: https://community.theingredientguru.com/share/2QEFRHROEWMh5m6_?utm_source=manual Book: The Pantry Principle: https://www.amazon.com/The-Pantry-Principle-understand-really/dp/0988935708/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1362845144&sr=8-1&keywords=mira+dessy Connect with Dr. Akhter Website: Email: Instagram:

Do you know where all the food you eat comes from, and what's really in it?  Many of the edible-appearing products on grocery store shelves contain ingredients that have the potential to be harmful. We as consumers are marketed to by the pretty pictures on the box or claims by the manufacturer. Commercials are abundant in making us believe their products are healthy. Making healthy decisions in the grocery store requires a degree in food science to navigate misleading and confusing food labels. The reality is, we don't really know exactly what's in all our food! Mira Dessy, The Ingredient Guru has demystified the nutritional maze. If we all ate the way Mira recommends, we would have a much healthier population and planet.  Mira Dessy is a holistic nutrition professional, author, and popular public speaker who knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. Mira is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who has been working with clients for over 15 years helping clients with chronic health issues find nourishing solutions for wellness. Mira is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Additionally, she is on the Board of Directors for the American Holistic Health Association and is a member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Turner Syndrome Society.  Follow Mira: Website: https://theingredientguru.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheIngredientGuru Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theingredientguru/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/miradessy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miradessy/ Mighty Networks: https://community.theingredientguru.com  _________________________________________________ Follow Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes and The Green Living Gurus: Tee's Organics - Therese's Healthy Products for You and Your Home: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/shop-tees-organics/ The Green Living Gurus Website: https://thegreenlivinggurus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenlivinggurus/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7_phs1GZUPzG21Zgjnqtw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLivingGurus Healthy Living Group on Facebook Tip the podcaster! Support Tee and the endless information that she provides: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGreenLivingGurus Venmo: @Therese-Forton-Barnes last four digits of her cell are 8868 For further info contact Tee: Email: Tee@TheGreenLivingGurus.com Cell: 716-868-8868  

Mira Dessy is The Ingredient Guru. A holistic nutrition professional, author, and a popular public speaker, she knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. Mira is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who has been working with clients for over 15 years helping clients with chronic health issues find nourishing solutions for wellness. Mira is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Additionally she is on the Board of Directors for the American Holistic Health Association and is a member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Turner Syndrome Society. She can be found online at theingredientguru.com

Dr Nancy talks with Mira Dessy aka The Ingredient Guru about the importance of knowing what is in your food. Mira is an author, public speaker, and a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who teaches how to navigate the grocery store's mammoth packaged food stock, to decipher confusing food labels, understand the relationship of food additives to poor health, and to find real food.  Given that ninety percent of food found in the grocery store did not exist ninety years ago, reading labels and knowing what you're putting into your body disrupts the system keeping people sick, obese and tired. www.theingredientguru.com

Feel like you need a dictionary to read food labels? Well, this week's guest has made a career out of educating others on which sneaky food additives and ingredients to avoid to reclaim and protect their health. These days, Mira Dessy is known as The Ingredient Guru. But she was once happily working as a database administrator. Then, health issues snowballed to the point where she could no longer work. It began with an irritable bowel then progressed to an immune system collapse and then to five different autoimmune diagnoses: ulcerative colitis, Hashimoto's disease, Raynaud's disease, chronic fatigue syndrome and a form of POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome). She remembers living her life on the sofa. Mira proactively began taking control of her own health. She had always eaten what she thought was a healthy diet. But around that time, a friend gave her a book on artificial colors that changed her life. That was the moment she realized that there's way more to what we eat and she began digging deeper to find hidden sugars and preservatives in things that she thought were healthy foods. With dedication to a clean, anti-inflammatory diet, Mira gradually regained her energy and normal digestion, and got her life back. She eliminated all signs of ulcerative colitis, along with the symptoms of four autoimmune disorders. Her experience inspired a complete career change. As The Ingredient Guru, she is a holistic nutrition professional, author, and a popular public speaker. She knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. Mira is a board-certified Holistic Health Practitioner who has been working with clients for over 15 years, helping those with chronic health issues find nourishing solutions for wellness. She can be found online at theingredientguru.com and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theingredientguru/.   In my conversation with Mira, you'll hear… How IBS deteriorated into five autoimmune conditions How she eliminated all traces of ulcerative colitis and the symptoms of four other autoimmune disorders The diet changes that allowed her to regain her energy and vitality What she found when she began looking more closely at foods she thought were healthy Some of the stealthy ingredients to look for on food labels What her diet looks like these days The mind-body practices that helped her get better Why keeping a food journal is critical How buying in-season food helps your health and your bank account The episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/the-ingredient-guru And following are links to resources mentioned in the show. Mira's book, The Pantry Principle: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0988935708/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=rebuildingm0c-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0988935708&linkId=78cde04e5ee8386146e31a4e644aed63 To access Mira's free mini-class on sugar: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/the-ingredient-guru The Pantry Preparedness Masterclass (offered occasionally): https://theingredientguru.com?aff=chibbard72&p=13839 Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ------------ Podcast Produced by Sonorous Laboratory

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Full show notes and related resources can be found at: https://janehoganhealth.com/podcast In this episode of Wellness By Design, we'll hear holistic nutritionist, Mira Dessy, discuss: 4:36 Why Mira changed from database administrator to nutritionist9:18 Why it's so hard to put down that can of potato chips11:38 How to make healthier swaps at social gatherings13:03 Tracking your responses to foods 16:33 The importance of reading ingredient labels and how to do it right 19:18 Mira's top three foods to avoid20:43 What is carrageenan and why you should avoid it24:33 What is GRAS and what you need to know about it29:23 The ONE thing Mira recommends you do today to improve your health Mira's Bio:   Mira Dessy is The Ingredient Guru. A holistic nutrition professional, author, and a popular public speaker, she knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat.  Mira is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who has been working with clients for over 12 years.   Mira is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Additionally she is on the Board of Directors for the American Holistic Health Association and is a member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Turner Syndrome Society.  She can be found online at theingredientguru.com Connect with Mira:  Website: https://theingredientguru.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theingredientguru Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theingredientguru Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/miradessy Mira's gift to viewers and listeners: One year membership in the Healthy Readers Book Club.  Use coupon code HR60  https://www.theingredientguru.com/the-ingredient-guru-book-club/   ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until chronic pain and inflammation led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the most wonderful fine version of themselves.  Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://janehoganhealth.com Create more peace and calm in your life with breathwork, meditation and affirmations with my Peaceful Pain Release audio bundle. Download here: https://go.janehoganhealth.com/audiobundle Want to become a Wonderful Fine Woman? Join the program for one month or as long as you like.  Learn more and sign up here: https://janehoganhealth.com/wonderfulfine Connect with Jane:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/c/janehoganhealth Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/janehoganhealth LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jane-hogan-5609b83a DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. You should always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition before undertaking any diet, exercise, supplement, health program, or other procedure discussed in this podcast.

I had too many great guests to only feature a few, so please enjoy the best of 100 episodes- part 2! We continue to celebrate the 100 great episodes of the Happy Bones, Happy Life podcast by highlighting some of the best moments throughout! When I first began, my mission was to bring forward helpful information about bone health and osteoporosis, bringing in countless guests and learning their stories.  Listen to hear appearances from Dr. Terry Wahls, Dr. Clinton Rubin, Dr. Madiha Saeed, Dr. Tom O'Bryan, Dr. Rachel Fresco, Mindy Gorman-Plutzer, Wendy Myers, Dr. Christine Schaffner, Lara Adler, Dr. Alan Christianson, Mira Dessy, Dr. Sally LaMont, Kourtney Levens & Debora Wayne!   Dr. Terry Wahls (Episode 34) –  Dr. Terry Wahls  book - The Revised and Expanded Wahls Protocol https://terrywahls.com/the-wahls-protocol/  The Wahls™ Diet handout  https://terrywahls.com/diet/   *Dr. Clinton Rubin (Episode 47) – Marodyne Low Intensity Vibration (LIV) Device - email support@copahealth.us and use code MB200 to receive a $200 discount for a limited time off purchase of a Low Intensity Vibration Platform   *Dr. Madiha Saeed (Episode 71) Dr. Madiha's course https://realhealingforreallife.com/?aff=MargieB  Dr. Madiha's book https://www.amazon.com/Holistic-Rx-Healing-Chronic-Inflammation/dp/1442279435/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1518031167&sr=8-1&keywords=holistic+rx    *Dr. Tom O'Bryan (Episode 64)  Two of Dr. Tom's amazing products mentioned https://gg110.isrefer.com/go/happy/Margie/ The promo code for the 10% product discount is ~ HAPPINESS (case sensitive)   *Dr. Rachel Fresco (Episode 62) Biocidin products https://tinyurl.com/biocidinproducts   Mindy Gorman-Plutzer (Episode 6) Mindy's free guide https://thefreedompromise.com/guide Mindy's free mini-course https://thefreedompromise.com/masterclass/?utm_source=web_traffic&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gorman_piw   Wendy Myers (Episode 97) Daily Detox: https://tinyurl.com/dailydetoxdrink  Citricleanse https://tinyurl.com/citricleanse  Ageless AF https://tinyurl.com/agelessaf  Harmoni Pendant https://tinyurl.com/harmonipendant   Dr. Christine Schaffner (Episode 31) Dr. Schaffner's website  https://www.drchristineschaffner.com/ Dr. Schaffner's skincare line https://lumviskincare.com/  use code HAPPY for 10% discount Lara Adler (Episode 32) Lara Adler's website  www.laraadler.com Lara Adler's Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/environmentaltoxinsnerd/   Dr. Alan Christianson (Episode 79) Dr. Christianson's book, The Thyroid Reset Diet (claim your FREE bonuses!) https://www.drchristianson.com/thyroidresetdiet/   Mira Dessy (Episode 61) Mira's Book Club Website Link  Use coupon code HR60 for free membership to the book club Mira's website https://theingredientguru.com/ The Pantry Principle, Mira's book https://www.amazon.com/Pantry-Principle-label-understand-really/dp/0988935708    Dr. Sally LaMont (Episode 57) Dr. Sally's website https://www.drsallyskitchen.com/   Kourtney Levens (Episode 39) Website  https://allinspirit.net/   *Debora Wayne  (Episode 88) Debora's Day of Healing https://tinyurl.com/mydayofhealing  Debora's FREE gifts https://tinyurl.com/mydayofhealing     Timestamps [01:39] Dr. Terry Wahls [06:39] Dr. Clinton Rubin [13:07] Dr. Madiha Saeed [18:51] Dr. Tom O'Bryan [24:27] Dr. Rachel Fresco [26:26] Mindy Gorman-Plutzer [31:56] Wendy Myers [35:07] Dr. Christine Schaffner [38:56] Lara Adler [43:07] Dr. Alan Christianson [45:16] Mira Dessy [49:57] Dr. Sally LaMont [54:57] Kourtney Levens [57:20] Debora Wayne 

Your nutrition plan (diet) begins at the grocery store: are you setting yourself up for failure or success? On today’s show Mira Dessy shares with us all the marketing gimmicks we’re inundated with as soon as we enter the doors of the grocery store. Once we learn how to tackle these giants, healthy shopping becomes so much easier! Learn the simple steps you can start today on making healthier decisions for you and your family. Mira Dessy is The Ingredient Guru. A holistic nutrition professional, author, and a popular public speaker, she knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. Dessy is a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who has been working with clients for over 12 years. She mentors clinical clients to be more efficient and to help them grow their practice. She is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Additionally she is on the Board of Directors for the American Holistic Health Association and is a member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Turner Syndrome Society. She can be found online at theingredientguru.com Is Plastic Making You Fat and Anxious - https://theingredientguru.com/tas-gift

Welcome to the first episode of Season 2 Eat Positive Be Positive Podcast! Now it’s season 2, so we’re going […]

Understanding what ingredients to look out for on the foods you eat doesn’t have to be overwhelming if you start small. I’m joined by the Ingredients Guru, Mira Dessy, to talk about why food labels are so important to learn, how to avoid hidden ingredients, and how your grocery store is marketing to you.   The biggest warning signs on any food label or ingredient list are: Numbers on the label The word “enriched” Artificial flavors, colors, and sweeteners MSG   About Mira Dessy Mira Dessy is The Ingredient Guru. As a nutrition educator, author, and real food advocate, her mission is to help people understand that it’s not just what you eat but what’s in it and what you eat that contributes to optimal health.  Mira is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, The Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, The American Association of Drugless Practitioners, a member of the Board of Directors of the American Holistic Health Association, and a member of the professional advisory board For the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.   How to Read Ingredient Labels They don’t call Mira Dessy the Ingredient Guru for nothing! She opens this episode by telling us exactly how we can start taking back control of the food we eat: it’s all in the ingredient’s list! Mira knows that ingredients lists can be overwhelming, especially when you first start investigating them. She gives us a great cheat sheet of what some of the top ingredients we need to look out for are. From artificial chemical names and numbers to what the real meaning of “enriched” food is. It might even surprise you that our produce has an ingredients list. Those little stickers on our fruit say more than what type of apple it is. What the number starts with and many digits long all indicate whether the fruit is organic, genetically-modified, or chemically treated. It’s likely that you’ve already heard about the Dirty Dozen, but do you actually know what it is? This is a list of the twelve food items most likely to have chemical contamination. It’s pretty important that we, as consumers, do our best to shop organic for the Dirty Dozen.   Where to Start Removing Ingredients It’s understandable if you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the ingredients you need to watch out for. That’s why Mira encourages you to start with just one switch and go from there. Choosing which ingredient to avoid first is up to you. But Mira’s top ingredients to avoid are anything “enriched” as these foods have had natural nutrients removed and then artificially replaced. She also encourages you to remove gluten, dairy, and sugar from your diet early in your transition to a real-food diet. Mira’s last tips are about learning how to spot sugar on an ingredients list. Sugar won’t always be labeled as “sugar,” but could still be there.  She also wants you to get to know the farmers at your local farmer’s market! More often than not, local farmers don’t use pesticides but aren’t able to get organically certified because of all the regulations and laws around that certification. What’s the first ingredient you’ll be removing from your diet? Did you learn about the produce stickers? Let me know in the comments on the episode page.   Quotes “One of my biggest things that I remind people is that if there’s a number on the label, that means it’s a chemical formula.” [20:19] “Pick one thing that’s important to you. If it’s about buying Dirty Dozen and thinking all the way through that produce, start with that. If it’s about getting rid of numbers, if it’s about getting rid of artificial ingredients, start there and master that. Learn how to shift what you’re already buying at the grocery store, then once you have that under control, move on to something else. Don’t try to do it all at once.” [24:03] “One of the things we have to remember when we’re shifting away from a highly-processed diet and more towards a real food diet is that we’re actually nourishing our body. Some of those processed foods, they may seem cheap, but we’re malnourished, we’re not getting the nutrient-dense items that our bodies need in order to be well. When we make that real-food shift, we’ll find that we’re less hungry and less munchy because we’re not snacking.” [36:36]   In This Episode How you can take back control of the food you eat [5:20] Some of the ingredients you really need to look out for [8:00] What you need to look out for on your fruit and vegetable labels [13:30] What the dirty dozen is and why it’s important you shop organic for these foods [15:00] Why you should put enriched foods right back on the shelf [22:00] How sugar might show up on the ingredients list [23:00] Why you should remove sugar, dairy, and gluten from your diet first [35:30] Why you should get to know the farmers at your local market [42:00]   Links & Resources Check out the full show notes for this episode here   Get 50% off the Your Longevity Blueprint Course & a Free Consultation with Steph Use Code DIM for 10% Off DIM Get Mira’s Free Gift: Is Plastic Making You Fat and Anxious? 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Today’s podcast is an important reminder to teach our clients to look at the actual ingredients on a food label and not just the nutrition facts. And it’s why I'm excited to invite Mira Dessy, the Ingredient Guru, back to the mic. Mira provides grounded education on Allulose–what it is, where to look for it, and why it's important we watch out for this chemically altered sweetener that’s appearing in more and more “healthy” food products. Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode To learn more about Mira Dessy click here To get you hands on Mira’s book The Pantry Principle: how to read the label and understand what's really in your food click here Related Episode: Episode #89 where Mira Maps Carrageenan on the 15-Minute Matrix Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Mira Dessy is The Ingredient Guru. A holistic nutrition professional, author, and a popular public speaker, she knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. Mira is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who has been working with clients for over 12 years. She mentors clinical clients to be more efficient and to help them grow their practice. Mira is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. She is the Chief Health Office of 3rd Rock Essentials, is on the Board of Directors for the American Holistic Health Association, is a member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Turner Syndrome Society. Free Gift Stop Spinning Your Wheels white paper: https://www.theingredientguru.com/special-gift/ Connect with Mira: https://theingredientguru.com https://www.facebook.com/miradessy https://www.instagram.com/theingredientguru/ https://twitter.com/MiraDessy Join the Inspiration Contagion movement: Subscribe to Inspiration Contagion on your favorite podcast player and share it. Reach out to your host, Holly at https://hollyjeanjackson.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollyjjackson/ email at holly@hollyjeanjackson.com Get your copy of the book: https://www.amazon.com/Inspiration-Contagion-Health-Secrets-Success/dp/1954047444/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RU20QS7LLPCO&keywords=inspiration+contagion&qid=1680782585&sprefix=inspiration+contagion%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-1

Get your copy of The Rock Bottom Thyroid Treatment: https://www.rockbottomwellness.com/book Get your free 7 Day Eating plan here: https://www.rockbottomwellness.com/7-day-eating-plan Schedule your FREE Thyroid Breakthrough Session today by clicking here: https://p.bttr.to/3jtRIgI Mira Dessy is The Ingredient Guru. A holistic nutrition professional, author, and a popular public speaker, she knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. Mira is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who has been working with clients for over 12 years.  Mira is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Additionally she is on the Board of Directors for the American Holistic Health Association, is a member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Turner Syndrome Society, and is a founding member of the Holistic Business and Wellness Alliance. She can be found online at theingredientguru.com Mira gives the people she helps the tools they need to get back to the foundation of nourishing food, avoid manufacturer manipulation, and take back their pantry and their health. Mira helps people understand how to shop for healthy foods. It’s much more than just shopping the perimeter of the grocery aisles.  MIRA’S INFO: Followers can access the page here - https://www.theingredientguru.com/HR10 The coupon code is HR10  (it's only applicable to the book club).

“Many food companies are deceiving you on the front of the box to prevent you from reading the back.” -Mira Dessy Mira Dessy, The Ingredient Guru, is an author, public speaker, and a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who teaches how to navigate the grocery store’s mammoth packaged food stock, to decipher confusing food labels, understand the relationship of food additives to poor health, and to find real food. A holistic nutrition professional and a popular public speaker, she knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. She is the author of the book The Pantry Principle: How to Read the Label and Understand What's Really in Your Food.   Dessy is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, the American Association of Drugless Practitioners, and is on the board of directors for the American Holistic Health Association. In today’s talk we delve into what ingredients to look out for that may be harming your bones and overall health.   Timestamps: [01:55] Introduction to Mira Dessy [03:07] Why read your food labels? [07:31] Learning the other names for "sugar" [08:51] Avoid any ingredients with abbreviations [13:39] Distinguishing nutrition nomenclature: organic & nonorganic [30:39] Alternative milk and dairy   Links: Mira’s website – https://theIngredientGuru.com Free subscription to the Healthy Readers Book Club https://theingredientguru.com/hr10 How to make non-dairy milk https://theingredientguru.com/2020/05/how-to-make-non-dairy-milk/ Carrageenan causing serious health problems https://theingredientguru.com/2015/08/carrageenan-causing-serious-health-problems/ ELISA ACT LRA (Lymphocyte Response Assay) test https://www.betterlabtestsnow.com/the-ingredient-guru/    DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and the Happy Bones, Happy Life program. 

What can we be eating to support a healthy body, skin and lifestyle? Learn with Mira Dessy and Rachel Varga on all things healthy whole foods and skin to help reduce things like skin inflammation, acne, rosacea and accelerated aging!Today we are going to learn about "It's not WHAT you eat - it's what's IN what you eat!", What's lurking in your panty, What are the foundations of healthy skin and eating!Learn more about Mira Dessy at:https://www.theingredientguru.com/ with Mira Dessy to learn more about her seminars and books titled "The Pantry Principle" and "Beyond Meditation". Join her Health Readers Book Club at https://www.theingredientguru.com/HR10https://RachelVarga.ca with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse SpecialistBOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: RachelVarga.ca/get-startedLearn with me as I take you through my toolkit for aging well in my latest eBook Unlocking Your Vitality!Get more free resources on the SCIENCE of BEAUTY at https://rachelvarga.ca/registerDOWNLOAD my FREE Treatment Planning Guide and Sophisticated Skin Cheat Sheet at https://rachelvarga.ca/As a Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist since 2011 with over 18,000 rejuvenation treatments performed on thousands of patients. I offer guidance through education on skin, rejuvenation practices/treatments, and achieving overall wellness in the areas of spirit, mind, body and beauty.I would love to hear from YOU!Rachel Varga, BScN, RN, CANSEmail: info@rachelvarga.caDISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

Have you search for healthy eating tips and still found that you weren't eating the best foods? The bad news is manufacturers are making it harder to eat truly healthy foods. But there is good news. I have a special guest Mira Dessy, also known as the Ingredient Guru, that will help you understand what to look for when purchasing foods at the grocery store. To find the links and show notes, head over to realhappymom.com/53 This episode is sponsored by Marianne with Lilla Rose. Meet the Lilla Rose Flexi! The only clip that works in baby fine to super thick hair. It comes in 7 sizes, one for every hair type. The Flexi can be used to do a large variety of hairstyles; from half-ups and ponytails, to French twists, buns and braids. They are incredibly comfortable with no pulling or headaches. Make sure to pick out your correct size on the styling page. Then go here to order today! Links mentioned in this episode: The Dirty Dozen theingredientguru.com Ingredient Guru Support Group Lean Green Box - a subscription box Are Plastics Making you Fat and Anxious - get it for FREE here. Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/realhappymom)

Mira Dessy is The Ingredient Guru. A holistic nutrition professional, author, and a popular public speaker, she knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. She is the author of The Pantry Principle: how to read the label and understand what’s really in their food. Dessy is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner whose mission is to educate and empower consumers. She curates the Lean Clean Green Subscription box, the premier, organic, earth-friendly, healthy, sustainable subscription box which can be found online at https://theingredientguru.memberbox.com Dessy is a member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. She is the Chief Health Office of 3rd Rock Essentials, is on the Board of Directors for the American Holistic Health Association, is a member of the Professional Advisory Board for the Turner Syndrome Society, and is a founding member of the Holistic Business and Wellness Alliance. INFO: For Videos and Tutorials and Vlogs: Youtube.com/c/porkandwine For the SUPER EXTRA EXTRA EXCLUSIVE STUFF Patreon.com/porkandwine interested in providing us with some food for thought? leave a voice message to us or have some food questions? porkandwinecompany@gmail.com

Carageenan is an emulsifier that’s widely used in the food and pharmaceutical industries. Unfortunately, it also pulls water into the intestine (similar to laxatives), impacts microbial balance, leads to GI inflammation and more. Mira helps us to understand that the dose makes the poison and existing terrain matters. August 1, 2019 > Click here to download the completed Matrix from this week’s episode > Mira Dessy can be found online at theingredientguru.com > You can find Mira’s book ‘The Pantry Principle’ on amazon > Mira mentioned Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride and her concept of Generational Amplification; be sure to grab Dr. Mc-Bride’s seminal book ‘Gut and Psychology Syndrome’   Get 15-Minute Matrix podcast notifications delivered to your inbox!

Mira Dessy NE and Dr Tyna discuss all things food ingredients, food additives and artificial sweeteners. Find out what you are eating and why it matters most!

Mira Dessy, the “Ingredient Guru” has been researching for years to discover what is in our food.  In this episode, she will teach you how to uncover the mystery of what’s in your food and learn how you can stock your pantry with healthiest foods for your whole family.

Mira Dessy is a Houston area resident whose home was flooded in Hurricane Harvey. Mira is also a practicing holistic nutritionist and meditation expert. She’ll share both how she remediated her home and some of the emotional and physical health challenges she handled with nutrition, supplements and mindfulness. We cover: The DIY actions she is taking to restore her home How a community can come together in a crisis The symptoms she’s noticing right after the hurricane The emotional toll of losing your possessions and your home How even junky food, given with love, can be nourishing! How to kick a sugar habit if you’ve relied on it through a disaster The supplements Mira uses to stay healthy How quick and simple meditations can help for sleep and stress Raffle Today we are raffling a copy of Mira’s new book, Beyond Meditation: Making Mindfulness Accessible for Everyone.  Write “I want this!” in the comments on our Facebook page or Instagram feed and enter to win.   Resources Download notes from this interview HERE. Get Mira Dessy's free ebook: Eating Out Healthy Moisture Meter - to make sure all surfaces are dry enough before beginning the rebuilding process To learn more about Mira Dessy, visit her website here and follow her on social  media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest You can listen to this and all other episodes on the podcast or watch directly on our YouTube channel here.     Please enjoy these two articles from our friend Jodi Cohen of Vibrant Blue Oils: 3 Steps to Combating Mold with Essential Oils Essential Oils to Modulate the Toxic Effects of Mold Tomorrow we’ll have our final day of Mold Week with Ryan James, teaching you how to get the most out of an insurance claim.  Home remediation can be quite costly; let Ryan keep you from get the short end of the stick from your insurance company. Sign Up For Our Newsletter  If you have not yet joined our community, be sure to grab our hidden Hormone stressors quiz here, and come on board! Thanks for listening! Bridgit Danner, LAc, FDNP Founder of Women's Wellness Collaborative

Former registered nurse and now founder of Potent Minds, Liz Champaloup joins holistic nutritionist and author of The Pantry Principle Mira Dessy for Episode 218 of "Low Carb Conversations with Leah Williamson and Kara Halderman."  Sit back and relax with a matcha latte to this new episode where co-hosts Leah and Kara chat with health and nutrition experts on the latest health headlines!   On this Episode Liz Champaloup tells us about her transition to a real food lifestyle and the start up of Potent Minds. Mira Dessy shares the story about how she claimed her title as the "Ingredient Guru" and about her food philosophy. Listen to Leah, Kara, Liz and Mira chat about dietary recommendations for teens, and what foods would really be best for their brain health. Then they reveal some shocking news about BPA and other plastics that will make you want to dump your tuba wear! Lastly, don't miss the  giving a new perspective on stress. Links Used: Study about chemicals found in the placenta: mentioned by Leah -   

Mira Dessy, author of The Pantry Principle talks about Trans Fat and more...

Mira Dessy, author of the Pantry Principle, goes into detail about how different foods can affect you emotionally.

It's so important that you get informed about what is happening to your food and what you can do about it. Mira Dessy is a wealth of information! 

Okay, it's not a deal-breaker that you be in your panties, but it sure makes it fun.  Mira Dessy, the author of The Pantry Principle (which you could buy on Amazon) talks about the book and why she wrote it.

Mira Dessy author of the Pantry Principle shares some insight about what "natural flavoring" on a food lable may mean. And of course more great stuff from a woman who really understands nutrition, food, and what's in your pantry.

Please tune-in for this Wednesday's show at 4:00 p.m. PST (California) and 7:00 p.m. EST (New York) for a great show with our host Denise Messenger.  Our special guest is Mira Dessy. She is a Certified Nutrition Educator, a Real Food Advocate, and the author of "The Pantry Principle: how to read the label and understand what's really in your food".  Dessy is a professional member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, and the American Holistic Health Association.  She is also the Executive Vice President of the Holistic Chamber of Commerce, Houston Chapter/North.  Dessy speaks frequently to laypeople and nutrition professionals on how to navigate the grocery store’s mammoth packaged food stock, to decipher confusing food labels, and to choose healthy foods. Her motto is “Eat well to be well.”  There are so many challenges these days living in our enviornment that it is helpful to know the measures we can take to prevent short and long-term illness and live the life we deserve!  You asked for it and we deliver!

Where does our attention grabbing packaged food really come from?  What allergy causing chemicals are hidden in each bite?  How is this influencing your health and emotional stability? JOIN US as we learn how to decipher the complex products that we consume on a daily basis.  Our guest, Mira Dessy is a Nutrition Educator specializing in helping  people hear well to be well using the concepts of bio-individual, whole food nutrition.   Mira Dessy's site Mira's book 'The Pantry Principle' The Anxiety Summit

In this episode of the Outside Health and Fitness Podcast I am so excited to have Mira Dessy on the show. Mira is a Nutrition Educator and “real food advocate” and she has some amazing tips to share about deciphering nutrition labels. I was blown away by what Mira shared with me and I was thrilled to be able to put some of what I learned from her into practice during my next shopping trip to make better food choices. If you are confused by what’s on or not on nutrition labels you absolutely have to check out this episode. You’ll be so glad you did! For full shownotes visit www.outsidehealthandfitness.com/51