Podcasts about nourishing

What is your digestion trying to tell you?When we think about digestion, we often think about bloating, reflux or stomach discomfort. But what if digestion was about much more than your gut?In this episode, Chinese Medicine practitioner Tania Grasseschi and I explore how digestion influences our energy, emotions, eating habits and ability to nourish ourselves.You'll learn why stress and rushing through meals can affect digestion, how meal timing and mindful eating support overall health, and why Chinese Medicine views digestion as the foundation for both physical and emotional wellbeing.Together, Tania and I discuss:• Why digestion is about much more than breaking down food• How stress and multitasking affect healthy digestion• Why regular meals and mindful eating matter• The role of meal timing and your body's natural rhythms• Foods and cooking methods that support digestion• Why nourishment extends beyond food to include rest, relationships, creativity and the five senses• Practical ways women can care for themselves while continuing to care for othersThis conversation is especially relevant for women over 40 looking for a sustainable approach to healthy eating that works with their body—not against it.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review and share it with someone who could benefit from a fresh perspective on digestion and nourishment.ResourcesTania's e-book: Nourishing the Centre: Food as Medicine https://www.orientalwisdom.com.au/product/nourishing-the-centre-food-as-medicine/Tania's workshops: https://www.orientalwisdom.com.au/workshops/Eating for YouLearn more: https://eatingforyou.com.au/Subscribe to the weekly Nourishment Newsletter: https://eatingforyou.com.au/nourishment/

Are you waiting for the right opportunity to appear, orcould you begin creating it today?In today's episode, Michelle explores the idea that the mostmeaningful opportunities rarely arrive fully formed. Instead, they begin as small moments that require intention, courage, and care to grow. She also reflects on the changing seasons of love and relationships, reminding us that nourishing what matters today creates the foundation for tomorrow's possibilities.In this episode, you'll discover:• Why opportunities often begin as small seeds instead ofdramatic breakthroughs• How creating opportunity is often more powerful thanwaiting for it• Why love and relationships naturally change throughoutlife• The importance of nourishing what gives you life whilereleasing what no longer serves you• Five reflective questions to help you cultivate purpose,possibility, and meaningful growthQuestions or comments? I'd love to hear from you! Michelle@GrowBy1.comWant to strengthen your coaching, communication,and relationship building skills? Join us at the Grow By 1 Coaching Retreat, where you'll learn practical ways to become more influential in every area of your life while connecting with others who are committed to meaningful growth.We'd love to have you be part of the conversation. Learn more at GrowBy1.com/CoachingRetreat.

Your energy is the most precious commodity in the universe. Your life force defines how you navigate this third-dimensional plane. Therefore, deciding to play life's energy roulette wisely is of utmost importance. We've been misled into believing that time, money, power, and control are the key ingredients to shaping our physical reality. Once you step aside the treadmill, you know, you've bought into the crunchy illusion of a world limited by your perception. Whether Earth is a ‘Waiting Room', a battlefield, or a mere chaotic place where humans try to figure out who they are and what their purpose is, your level of energy will have a direct effect on how you move on life's chessboard. Feeling drained and lacking the energy to get out of bed, play with your children, build a business, pursue your hobbies, or go after your dreams is anything but healthy. And when we ‘normalize' this state and call it ‘OK,' we're doing ourselves, the people we love, and our communities a huge disservice. Humans are not zombies. We are powerful, energetic beings, equipped with a plethora of talents and gifts. We are here to create and use our unique blueprints to protect this beautiful planet. When the Jedi Doesn't Succumb to An Insane Society Lost. Glued to a screen. Wondering shoeless-clueless. Lacking self-worth. Expecting answers from a silicon machine. This is definitely not who we are, nor why we're here. You see, when your energy is high, you are unstoppable. You chase your dreams relentlessly. You love and serve your brothers and sisters unselfishly. Furthermore, you enjoy life by living fully in the present moment and experiencing bliss. This translates into: Taking care of your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual body. Nourishing your sacred temple, aka your body, with clean food and water. Exercising regularly to strengthen your energetic field. Getting good-quality sleep to recharge your batteries fully. Finding inner peace by bathing in stillness. Turning inwards to allow intuition, aka that deep knowing, to reveal the blind spots and what your eyes can't see. Remembering to breathe deeply and release energy blockages. Is this place a maze? A highly sophisticated labyrinth? Is energy being harvested? It's a possibility. However, that doesn't make you a less powerful player or a Jedi to reckon with. Master Your Energy. Build. Create. Live Passionately. Nobody is coming to save you. You are the one you've been waiting for. The sooner this gets into your head, the better. Reclaim your freedom and sovereignty in a world gone crazy. Step up your game. Sit down and define specifically what it is you want to achieve, accomplish, and build. You're here to create. Stop giving your power away. Stop asking for permission to deploy your talents, skills, and knowledge. Stop looking for outside factors and validators to fill your perceived vacuum of self-worth, self-confidence, and self-respect. You're not broken despite the many times you've been tricked into believing you are. Go inwards. Drop into your heart. Know that you are a miracle. Now, get off your ass, Jedi, and show yourself what you've got. Krisz Rokk Original content without using AI. Attend A Live Training Schedule A Consultation The post Choose Your Energy Game appeared first on StrengthInBusiness.

In this popular re-aired episode, Alison talks with Cathy Christen about self-care through the lens of energy, health, and intentional living and their conversation focuses on how nourishing ourselves can come from more than just sleep, food, and exercise.Cathy shares her background in entrepreneurship and explains that after years of pushing hard, she became burnt out and realized that success was not sustainable if she ignored her own wellbeing.They discuss the idea that energy has several parts: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. Cathy describes how joy, meaningful relationships, mindfulness, and prayer all contribute to how she feels each day, along with practical habits like time blocking and choosing what matters most.She also explains how her approach changed after having children. Instead of following a rigid routine, she adapted her mornings to include meditation, affirmations, shared family time, and trade-offs with her husband so both of them can care for themselves.They close with practical guidance for listeners who feel overwhelmed. Cathy encourages starting with a clear reason for wanting better health, making a dreams list, finding support through a mentor or community, and being honest about what is draining versus what is life-giving.HIGHLIGHTS:0:06 Energy and Self-Care Reset3:39 Beyond Physical Energy6:04 New Mom, New Routine7:27 Four Kinds of Energy10:01 Fueling What Matters12:48 Finding Your Why15:03 Dream Big, Live Intentionally17:53 Life on Purpose19:22 Delegate the Drain22:04 Forgiveness and Healing25:01 Start With a Mentor27:25 Make Time by Choice29:30 Closing Thoughts on Prioritiesconnect with Cathywebsite: https://cathychristen.comLife As A Masterpiece book: https://a.co/d/06uMkQOWSPONSOR:Cellev8Discount code: THEALISONK ALISON'S LINKS:Website | Facebook | Twitter | InstagramGET MY FREE 4 part Pop-up Podcast SeriesJOIN Borderless Hybrid Innovators FB GroupINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness and Self-Care Revolution

Proverbs 15:4 (NKJV)A wholesome tongue is a tree of life, but perverseness in it breaks the spirit.I was struck by the picture in Proverbs 15:4. A wholesome, soothing, gentle tongue is compared to a tree of life. One commentary described it this way: "a properly nourished tree grows and provides shade and refreshment for all who seek its shelter."What a contrast to words that are reckless, deceitful, or harsh. Proverbs says they can break or crush the spirit. Most of us have experienced the sting of careless words, but hopefully we have also been strengthened by words that brought comfort, wisdom, and healing at just the right time.We probably all would like to get better with our words (even the ones we think). The good news is that we can learn to speak differently as we follow the example of Jesus. Isaiah describes Him as One Who listened to His Father morning by morning so that He would know “the word that sustains the weary.”As we receive His wisdom, comfort, and instruction, we learn to give the same away. May our words become a tree of life, offering shade, refreshment, healing, and hope to those around us.If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time gift, thank you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sherriyoungward.com/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To find out about upcoming gatherings and new projects, please join my email list at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.sherriyoungward.com

It's been a bit, y'all. My last pod was in October of 2025 because I needed to pause given the loss of my beloved Travis McGree and subsequent loss of the fire in my belly needed to fuel this effort. Somewhat paradoxically, these losses were balanced by Divine gains in my life, which for me reinforces the cycle of life as well as our deep connection to Nature. In today's episode # 71 I talk about what I've learned during this pause as well as two of my foundational routines. The first is my newer focus on my relationship God and the second is my nourishment routine.It is so important to have a self-care practice, even if for just a few minutes most days of the week. It can set the tone for your entire day, helping you down regulate your nervous system. And when paired with natural light, it can improve your circadian rhythm.FINE FIND & EASY RECIPES-Oh my goodness! These Force of Nature Ancestral Meatballs are just great, especially when you're tight on dinner prep time like our family is during baseball season. The ingredient list not only passes my rigorous test but gets extra points because they contain ORGAN MEATS (packed with nutrition) AND taste great. We often enjoy them within a curry dish. Think whatever veggies you want to dice up, coconut milk and your choice of curry. We LOVE Mekhala organic curries. And their website has plenty of easy recipes.FINE READ-I just finished The Thyroid Fix by Dr. Amie Hornaman. I wanted to laugh and cry when I heard her on one of my favorite podcasts, Dr. Leland Stillman's Integrative Medicine (he's such a wonderful bad ass rebel and tremendously knowledgeable). She used the term “thyropause” and that's what got me. Pretty much explains the perfect s-storm that happened to me after I had Covid in 2021: my thyroid tanked right as I was moving into the middle zone of perimenopause. Not a good combo. I've been working on it ever since and tried plenty of natural food-based supplements until I was rightly told by a physician that I needed to get and stay on Armour. (I'm still supplementing, most recently starting Dr. Stillman's iodine protocol.) If you happen to have thyroid hormone challenges, I highly recommend this book!If you haven't yet read The Nourishment Mindset, I invite you to purchase one I will sign and ship for free from my website. Or add it to your next Amazon order.https://amzn.to/3kDN85z This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit favorfat.substack.com

In this episode, Andrea Donsky shares her expert insights on menopause, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies to thrive during this phase of life. We explore common misconceptions, practical tips, and empowering perspectives to help women embrace aging gracefully. Follow Andrea on IG: @andreadonsky Pick up her new book on Amazon Get coaching: www.wearemorphus.com   You can find us on Instagram: Aram: @4weeks2thebeach Jim: @jimmynutrition   Grab some Serenity Gummies: CuredNutrition.com Code: OSL for 20% OFF Get some t-shirts/tanks/hoodies at:   https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/shop If you'd like to reach out to Aram, you can find him at:  https://www.4weeks2thebeach.com/work-with-me If you'd like to reach out to Jim, you can find him at:  https://www.othersidelifestyle.com/schedule Go get some supplements: www.legionathletics.com, use code: ARAM

→ ENERGYbits: Use code DRG for 20% off your order.  https://energybits.com/discount/DRG?rfsn=7969418.1fab15&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=7969418.1fab15 Episode Description There is a food that has been on Earth for 4 billion years, is backed by over 100,000 scientific studies, is used by NASA, endorsed by the United Nations, and fuels Olympic and NFL athletes. And almost nobody is talking about it. Catharine Arnston is the founder of Energy Bits, a PhD holder, and the world's leading voice on spirulina and chlorella — the two algae she calls your nutritional and health insurance. She found this world trying to help her sister recover from breast cancer, spent 17 years going deeper into science than anyone else has, and is now nearly 70 years old with more energy, clarity, and vitality than most people half her age. The proof is in everything she says. In this episode, you'll discover:  • Why spirulina's amino acid profile is almost identical to mother's breast milk — and how it protects the mitochondria, clears brain fog, and rebuilds energy at a cellular level without stimulants or crashes  • What chlorella actually does inside the body: pulling out heavy metals, toxins, and excess iron while triggering serotonin production, improving mood, and getting your gut moving  • Why most algae on the market has had its most critical nutrients deactivated — and what to look for to make sure you're getting the real thing Aging is natural. Declining is not. Find Catharine:  Website: https://energybits.com Personal Website: https://catharinearnston.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/energybits  Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catharinearnston Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:07 - Meet Catherine Arnson: Nearly 70, More Energy Than Most 30-Year-Olds 3:50 - Rapid Fire: Exhaustion, Coffee Dependency & Why Algae Is a Food Not a Supplement 7:12 - Catherine's Origin Story: How a Sister's Breast Cancer Led to 100,000 Studies 10:18 - Why the Science on Spirulina and Chlorella Has Been Sitting in a Vault for Decades 12:40 - The Blue Pigment in Spirulina That Has Been Shown to Kill Cancer Cells 15:20 - Real Results: The 85-Year-Old Who Cleaned Her Garage After Starting Algae 18:00 - Why Women Over 40 Feel Like They Fell Off a Cliff (And What's Actually Happening) 22:10 - Chlorella's Highest Tryptophan Content in the World and What It Does for Mood 25:30 - Why Not All Algae Is Created Equal (And Why Most Brands Are Destroying the Nutrients) 29:45 - Spirulina vs. Chlorella: What Each One Does and Why You Need Both 34:00 - Spirulina Is the Second Most Nutritionally Complete Food After Breast Milk 37:10 - Skin, Hair, Nails & Brain Fog: What Spirulina Does Specifically for Women 42:00 - The Golf Umbrella Analogy: How SOD Protects Your Mitochondria 45:30 - Telomeres, Fertility & Heart Health: More of What These Algae Protect 50:15 - Why Men Die Earlier (The Iron Oxidation Connection) 54:20 - How to Take It, How Much, and When You'll Start Feeling a Difference 58:00 - Working With NHL, NFL & Olympic Athletes for Over a Decade 1:02:00 - Where to Find Energy Bits and What Sets Theirs Apart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From calorie-counting culture to kitchen confidence, Jillian Hankins shares her journey toward joyful, nourishing meals made with real ingredients. We chat about embracing food freedom, raising kids who eat what's served, and the rhythms that make homemade meals feel doable—even three times a day. With tips for balancing your plate, using seasonal produce, making simple sauces, and working with your natural energy, this conversation is full of encouragement for simplifying healthy eating and making it work for real family life.In this episode, we cover:Jillian's journey from junk food to holistic nutritionGrowing up in diet culture and learning to enjoy food againHow real food helped her heal hormonally and digestivelyDiscovering the joy of cooking after growing up on boxed mealsWhy calorie-counting and food guilt are giving way to freedomReframing dessert as a tool for joy—and for picky eatersTeaching kids to eat what's served with a two-bite rule and protein emphasisHonoring where food comes from and why that shapes how we eatUsing seasonal produce and sales to guide budget-friendly mealsBuilding a simple balanced plate: protein, carb, produce, sauceHow sauces transform meals without adding complexityWeekly rhythms that support homemade meals without burnoutWhy Jillian always plans snacks and treats—not just dinnersDoubling dinner for easy lunches and prepping in pockets of timeUsing rhythms that match your energy instead of fighting itView full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!RESOURCES MENTIONEDCheck out Jillian's monthly meal plans through her Simple Seasons subscriptionJoin my FREE masterclass to learn my 4-step framework for making money on YouTubeMaster the rhythm of sourdough with confidence in my Simple Sourdough courseGain the sewing knowledge and skills every homemaker needs in my Simple Sewing seriesTurn your content creation dreams into a profitable business with my YouTube Success AcademyKeep all my favorite sourdough recipes at your fingertips in my Daily Sourdough cookbookCONNECTJillian Hankins of Jillian Margaret Wellness | Website | InstagramLisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | PinterestDo you have a question you'd like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you'd like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of 5 Minutes of Peace, we welcome nutritionist, registered dietitian, and wellness guide Ella Davar, whose journey from rural Russia to the U.S. reveals a powerful truth: what we need for healing has often been within us all along. (She shared her story in an interview with Mark in 2024.)Ella shares how growing up in a self-sufficient family, where food was grown, prepared, and respected, planted the seeds for her modern approach to health. After pursuing success in America and building a career in finance, she felt called back to her roots, blending science, nutrition, and emotional healing into what she now calls the Gut–Brain Method.What You'll Experience in This EpisodeA reflection on the contrast between modern convenience and ancestral wisdomInsight into why knowing what's healthy isn't always enough to create changeThe powerful connection between gut health, emotional wellbeing, and self-worthHow unresolved emotions and past experiences can influence our daily habitsA gentle introduction to meditation and inner work as tools for healing and transformationA Moment to ReflectElla invites us to consider a simple yet profound question:Why do we do what we do when we already know what's good for us?As you sit with this, notice what arises—without judgment. Beneath habits and patterns, there may be a deeper story asking to be seen, understood, and gently released.Closing ThoughtTrue healing isn't just about what we eat—it's about how we feel, how we care for ourselves, and how deeply we believe we are worthy of that care.Connect with Our GuestLearn more about Ella Davar and her work:www.gutbrainmethod.comwww.elladavar.comContinue Your JourneyThank you for listening—and for giving yourself these five minutes of peace.We are all connected on a path of love, service, and peace for ourselves and others. If you'd like to explore more, including Reiki sessions, trainings, and community offerings, visit:www.thepeaceroom.loveJoin us again whenever you need a moment to reflect, recharge, and renew.

June is Mental Health Month, and in this episode, I want you to hear something clearly. Your mental and emotional health is not a side note to breast cancer or to life after it. It deserves to be a priority, right alongside your physical health. I share a recent stretch of unrelenting pain that pulled me away from my walks and workouts, and how quickly that started to weigh on me mentally, because I want you to know you are not alone in that heaviness. We look at what the research actually shows about how long anxiety and depression can linger after a diagnosis, why isolation makes it harder, and how support changes everything. I also talk honestly about both lifestyle and medication. Nourishing your body and moving it genuinely support your brain, but they do not replace medical care, and reaching for medication when you need it is an act of love, not a failure. I close with a simple reframe. When "what is wrong with me" shows up, try asking "what do I need right now?" instead. You deserve support, friend. Come join us in the Living Well After Breast Cancer Community on the Breast Cancer Recovery Coach app.   Resources Mentioned: Work with Laura: https://www.thebreastcancerrecoverycoach.com/health  Download for iPhone:  https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kajabi/id1485646310 Download for Android:  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=kajabi.kajabiapp&hl=en_US   Let's Connect! If this episode helped you breathe a little easier, please share it with a friend or leave a review. Every share helps spread this message of hope, healing, and whole-person wellness.

Known as the “Menopause Educator and Researcher” to her 350,000+ TikTok followers, Andrea Donsky is a nutritionist on a mission to change the conversation around perimenopause and menopause. Andrea is a 7X published menopause researcher and entrepreneur with 26 years of experience in health and wellness. She is a multi-award-winning influencer, media personality, speaker, and author of her brand new book: Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition and Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best. She hosts the popular podcast Menopause Reimagined, appears as a Menopause Expert on television across North America, and has built the largest menopause focused TikTok community in Canada. Andrea is the founder of Morphus (wearemorphus.com), a platform that helps women Reimagine Menopause as a journey of empowerment. Through evidence informed nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and science backed supplements, Morphus supports women in feeling heard, validated, and confident in taking control of their health and symptoms.Follow Andrea on TikTok, Instagram and LinkedIn at @andreadonsky and @wearemorphus.https://www.wearemorphus.comhttps://www.facebook.com/WeAreMorphus/https://www.instagram.com/wearemorphus https://www.instagram.com/andreadonsky https://www.youtube.com/@wearemorphusAndrea's book Nourishing Menopause https://www.amazon.ca/Nourishing-Menopause-Nutrition-Lifestyle-Strategies/dp/1668061546/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gY0ifErbmZLB6nS-hcc0n9BiV6HBlfqjuiKRmGEkQ_ZWIZhx7HRYv6PAR0rA2BlDF016vGDYmcAFZG-YtMdjQ9JTN8CExWI91UqSEpfkUNahpcK4_YtKD4riKs2oZ4VmDCx1tcjl9Otzwi9BREufvekgzjCCviWBdgkbQLiFWiAvZFJ1JpD9OzD6UVhoK3uHc5e6_zGmwEfQqKA4KG-3IlarphYQQlZymKu2UZweiE-PpFGQ1RfI8lp_4DJceqOAb56QumnVLlxumC5ovIPlfnbHeUL8Nr4VX4r7iEM86HE.vnk1_dsi7akjTRSoEf1VTAWPDzFNB0i5J9_S6ozI26I&dib_tag=se&gad_source=1&hvadid=587951424225&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9001551&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=17976736036306979129--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=17976736036306979129&hvtargid=kwd-317090850945&hydadcr=22455_13336731&keywords=nourishing+menopause&mcid=30422e9fcd503acc94061c996cda53cd&qid=1780606689&sr=8-1Rejuve is a line of pelvic health and whole body health supporting supplements that are helping women have a daily poogasm, eliminate leaks and prolapse symptoms, and keep their vulvovaginal tissues supple and resilient. Get your Rejeuve Supplements https://rejeuve.com/ and use code Podcast to save 10% off your first order.Thank you so much for listening! I use fitness and movement to help women prevent and overcome pelvic floor challenges like incontinence and organ prolapse. There is help for women in all life stages! Every Woman Needs A Vagina Coach! Please make sure to LEAVE A REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE to the show for the best fitness and wellness advice south of your belly button. *******************I recommend checking out my comprehensive pelvic health education and fitness programs on my Buff Muff AppYou can also join my next 28 Day Buff Muff Challenge  https://www.vaginacoach.com/buffmuffIf you are feeling social you can connect with me… On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VagCoachOn Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/On Twitter https://twitter.com/VaginaCoachOn The Web www.vaginacoach.comGet your Feel Amazing Vaginal Moisturizer Here 

The first two weeks after birth have a lot going on… So I'm doing 2 episodes on it. Here you will learn what recovery can look like for both mother and baby. I discuss the wide range of postpartum experiences, the care gap that can exist after birth, and how support from midwives, nurses, GPs, partners, family, friends, and the wider community can help with feeding, recovery, and emotional wellbeing. I'm also going to explain matrescence, the transition into motherhood, and the physical, emotional, and identity changes that can happen after birth. This episode covers practical early postpartum advice, including skin-to-skin contact, feeding, rest, wound healing, bleeding, swelling, afterbirth pains, and what to watch for if there are signs of infection or heavier-than-expected blood loss. I give guidance on the first wee and first poo postpartum, as well as the importance of food, fluids, and support in the early days. The first days can feel intense, but we adjust and things usually become more manageable. Click here to join the podcast mailing list and access the podcast resource folder Get yourself a ceramic travel mug or 1L drink bottle here Get the First 40 Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother on Amazon. Episodes Mentioned in this episode Episode 122 - Getting your baby to sleep Episode 127 - Do I need stitches if I tear at birth? This Great Birth Rebellion podcast episode is generously sponsored by my dear friend and birth prep extraordinaire, Poppy Child from @popthatmumma. She is a doula and hypnobirthing practitioner whose online hypnobirthing course, The Birth Box, has already helped thousands of women get ready for labour by teaching tools to manage intensity, surrender to the ride, and reframe labour as a purposeful pain rather than a harmful one. Poppy is offering Great Birth Rebellion listeners 25% off the Birth Box, which includes the oxytocin bubble tracks. Use the code Melanie at the checkout to claim your discount. Just go to hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/birthbox. You can watch this episode on YouTube here Get more from the Great Birth Rebellion PodcastJoin the podcast mailing list to access the resource folder from each episode at www.melaniethemidwife.comJoin the rebellion and show your support! Grab your Great Birth Rebellion merchandise now at www.thegreatbirthrebellion.comFollow us on social media @thegreatbirthrebellion and @melaniethemidwifeIf this podcast has improved your knowledge or pregnancy, birth or postpartum journey please consider thanking us financially by leaving a tip to support the ongoing work of this podcast. DisclaimerThe information and resources provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute or replace medical or midwifery advice. Instead, all information provided is intended for education, with it's application intended for discussion between yourself and your care provider and/or workplace if you are a health professional.The Great Birth Rebellion podcast reserves the right to supplement, edit, change, delete any information at any time. Whilst we have tried to maintain accuracy and completeness of information, we do not warrant or guarantee the accuracy or currency of the information. The podcast accepts no liability for any loss, damage or unfavourable outcomes howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content.This podcast is not a replacement for midwifery or medical clinical care.All transcripts are generated by ai and may contain errors

In this episode of Decoding Seafood by Mowi, we're joined by Boston-based registered dietitian Sarah Anzlovar, the voice behind Busy Mom Nutrition and a trusted contributor to publications like Eat Well. Sarah shares practical, real-life advice on how busy moms and families can bring balanced nutrition to everyday meals—even with hectic schedules. Drawing from her expertise in intuitive eating, she offers simple, approachable strategies to help parents nourish their kids without added stress or complexity. From smart meal planning tips to building healthier habits at home, this conversation is full of relatable insights for families looking to make nutrition both achievable and enjoyable. Tune in to discover how small, mindful choices can make a big difference at the dinner table.

There's a lot of advice out there on how to fix, cure, hack, medicate, and manage menopause. Often, what we really need is nourishment, says this week's guest Andrea Donsky, RHN, author of Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition and Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best. Andrea's 14‑year journey through perimenopause led her to blend naturopathic and conventional medicine into a complementary approach that focuses on gut health, nervous system regulation, blood sugar management, and other strategies that give your body, mind, and spirit what they need to thrive through and beyond the menopause transition. We dig into all of it—plus midlife identity, the power of community, and much more.Andrea Donsky is a menopause nutritionist, 7X published menopause researcher, certified perimenopause and menopause health coach, and author known as the “Menopause Researcher” to her 350,000+ TikTok followers. She founded Morphus, hosts the Menopause Reimagined podcast, and is the author of Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition and Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best. You can learn more about her and her work, and find her book at andreadonsky.comJoin us at Feisty Fest September 18-20, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/Sign up for our FREE Feisty 40+ newsletter: https://feisty.co/feisty-40/Learn More about our 2026 Feisty Events, including Bike Camps and Cycling Trips: https://feisty.co/events/Follow Us on Instagram:Feisty Menopause: @feistymenopauseHit Play Not Pause Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/807943973376099Support our Partners:Midi Health: You Deserve to Feel Great. Book your virtual visit today at https://www.joinmidi.com/Previnex: Get 20% off your order with code FEISTYBRAIN at https://www.previnex.com/ Wahoo: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdrCozy Earth: Use Code HITPLAY at https://cozyearth.com/ for up to 20% off

For much of the Crescent City's history, days began with the cries of roaming street vendors and the percussive thwack of butchers' meat cleavers echoing out from the municipal markets. Generations of New Orleanians—Black and white, enslaved and free, men and women, wealthy and working class—gathered in public to feed the city.In Nourishing Networks: The Public Culture of Food in New Orleans (Oxford UP, 2025), historian Dr. Ashley Rose Young illuminates the central role of food in shaping the vibrant culture of New Orleans. While the city's dynamic culinary scene fostered bonds between some communities, under the surface, groups viciously vied for control over who bought and sold food and where they could do it. Dr. Young traces the intricate systems of food vendors and their customers, and how those relationships were affected by race, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. She shows how vendors and customers alike exercised considerable influence over the city's food economy and the laws that regulated it by negotiating prices, shaping taste preferences, liaising with government officials, and even openly defying ordinances they felt were unfair. The power each group gained and lost determined the success of their businesses, the well-being of their families, and their ability to shape food retail and local laws to meet their needs.Nourishing Networks vividly depicts a city that throughout its history has struggled to feed its population safely and affordably, and in documenting those challenges, it offers lessons for building a better food future. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

For much of the Crescent City's history, days began with the cries of roaming street vendors and the percussive thwack of butchers' meat cleavers echoing out from the municipal markets. Generations of New Orleanians—Black and white, enslaved and free, men and women, wealthy and working class—gathered in public to feed the city.In Nourishing Networks: The Public Culture of Food in New Orleans (Oxford UP, 2025), historian Dr. Ashley Rose Young illuminates the central role of food in shaping the vibrant culture of New Orleans. While the city's dynamic culinary scene fostered bonds between some communities, under the surface, groups viciously vied for control over who bought and sold food and where they could do it. Dr. Young traces the intricate systems of food vendors and their customers, and how those relationships were affected by race, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. She shows how vendors and customers alike exercised considerable influence over the city's food economy and the laws that regulated it by negotiating prices, shaping taste preferences, liaising with government officials, and even openly defying ordinances they felt were unfair. The power each group gained and lost determined the success of their businesses, the well-being of their families, and their ability to shape food retail and local laws to meet their needs.Nourishing Networks vividly depicts a city that throughout its history has struggled to feed its population safely and affordably, and in documenting those challenges, it offers lessons for building a better food future. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

For much of the Crescent City's history, days began with the cries of roaming street vendors and the percussive thwack of butchers' meat cleavers echoing out from the municipal markets. Generations of New Orleanians—Black and white, enslaved and free, men and women, wealthy and working class—gathered in public to feed the city.In Nourishing Networks: The Public Culture of Food in New Orleans (Oxford UP, 2025), historian Dr. Ashley Rose Young illuminates the central role of food in shaping the vibrant culture of New Orleans. While the city's dynamic culinary scene fostered bonds between some communities, under the surface, groups viciously vied for control over who bought and sold food and where they could do it. Dr. Young traces the intricate systems of food vendors and their customers, and how those relationships were affected by race, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. She shows how vendors and customers alike exercised considerable influence over the city's food economy and the laws that regulated it by negotiating prices, shaping taste preferences, liaising with government officials, and even openly defying ordinances they felt were unfair. The power each group gained and lost determined the success of their businesses, the well-being of their families, and their ability to shape food retail and local laws to meet their needs.Nourishing Networks vividly depicts a city that throughout its history has struggled to feed its population safely and affordably, and in documenting those challenges, it offers lessons for building a better food future. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

For much of the Crescent City's history, days began with the cries of roaming street vendors and the percussive thwack of butchers' meat cleavers echoing out from the municipal markets. Generations of New Orleanians—Black and white, enslaved and free, men and women, wealthy and working class—gathered in public to feed the city.In Nourishing Networks: The Public Culture of Food in New Orleans (Oxford UP, 2025), historian Dr. Ashley Rose Young illuminates the central role of food in shaping the vibrant culture of New Orleans. While the city's dynamic culinary scene fostered bonds between some communities, under the surface, groups viciously vied for control over who bought and sold food and where they could do it. Dr. Young traces the intricate systems of food vendors and their customers, and how those relationships were affected by race, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. She shows how vendors and customers alike exercised considerable influence over the city's food economy and the laws that regulated it by negotiating prices, shaping taste preferences, liaising with government officials, and even openly defying ordinances they felt were unfair. The power each group gained and lost determined the success of their businesses, the well-being of their families, and their ability to shape food retail and local laws to meet their needs.Nourishing Networks vividly depicts a city that throughout its history has struggled to feed its population safely and affordably, and in documenting those challenges, it offers lessons for building a better food future. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/native-american-studies

For much of the Crescent City's history, days began with the cries of roaming street vendors and the percussive thwack of butchers' meat cleavers echoing out from the municipal markets. Generations of New Orleanians—Black and white, enslaved and free, men and women, wealthy and working class—gathered in public to feed the city.In Nourishing Networks: The Public Culture of Food in New Orleans (Oxford UP, 2025), historian Dr. Ashley Rose Young illuminates the central role of food in shaping the vibrant culture of New Orleans. While the city's dynamic culinary scene fostered bonds between some communities, under the surface, groups viciously vied for control over who bought and sold food and where they could do it. Dr. Young traces the intricate systems of food vendors and their customers, and how those relationships were affected by race, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. She shows how vendors and customers alike exercised considerable influence over the city's food economy and the laws that regulated it by negotiating prices, shaping taste preferences, liaising with government officials, and even openly defying ordinances they felt were unfair. The power each group gained and lost determined the success of their businesses, the well-being of their families, and their ability to shape food retail and local laws to meet their needs.Nourishing Networks vividly depicts a city that throughout its history has struggled to feed its population safely and affordably, and in documenting those challenges, it offers lessons for building a better food future. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/food

For much of the Crescent City's history, days began with the cries of roaming street vendors and the percussive thwack of butchers' meat cleavers echoing out from the municipal markets. Generations of New Orleanians—Black and white, enslaved and free, men and women, wealthy and working class—gathered in public to feed the city.In Nourishing Networks: The Public Culture of Food in New Orleans (Oxford UP, 2025), historian Dr. Ashley Rose Young illuminates the central role of food in shaping the vibrant culture of New Orleans. While the city's dynamic culinary scene fostered bonds between some communities, under the surface, groups viciously vied for control over who bought and sold food and where they could do it. Dr. Young traces the intricate systems of food vendors and their customers, and how those relationships were affected by race, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. She shows how vendors and customers alike exercised considerable influence over the city's food economy and the laws that regulated it by negotiating prices, shaping taste preferences, liaising with government officials, and even openly defying ordinances they felt were unfair. The power each group gained and lost determined the success of their businesses, the well-being of their families, and their ability to shape food retail and local laws to meet their needs.Nourishing Networks vividly depicts a city that throughout its history has struggled to feed its population safely and affordably, and in documenting those challenges, it offers lessons for building a better food future. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

For much of the Crescent City's history, days began with the cries of roaming street vendors and the percussive thwack of butchers' meat cleavers echoing out from the municipal markets. Generations of New Orleanians—Black and white, enslaved and free, men and women, wealthy and working class—gathered in public to feed the city.In Nourishing Networks: The Public Culture of Food in New Orleans (Oxford UP, 2025), historian Dr. Ashley Rose Young illuminates the central role of food in shaping the vibrant culture of New Orleans. While the city's dynamic culinary scene fostered bonds between some communities, under the surface, groups viciously vied for control over who bought and sold food and where they could do it. Dr. Young traces the intricate systems of food vendors and their customers, and how those relationships were affected by race, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. She shows how vendors and customers alike exercised considerable influence over the city's food economy and the laws that regulated it by negotiating prices, shaping taste preferences, liaising with government officials, and even openly defying ordinances they felt were unfair. The power each group gained and lost determined the success of their businesses, the well-being of their families, and their ability to shape food retail and local laws to meet their needs.Nourishing Networks vividly depicts a city that throughout its history has struggled to feed its population safely and affordably, and in documenting those challenges, it offers lessons for building a better food future. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-south

What if the most powerful thing we can offer each other isn't a strategy, but actually just a kind reminder?In this episode, host Elizabeth Mintun addresses what it really means to return to presence, to yourself, and to what sustains you. She covers Harvard research on mind-wandering and why it matters for your wellbeing, the Sanskrit concept of smriti (mindfulness as remembrance), why our nourishing practices fall away and how to return without shame, and why the most radical thing someone can offer us is often the simplest: come back.Key TakeawaysYour body is always in the present tense. When your mind wanders, sensation and breath are some of your fastest anchors back.Losing yourself rarely happens in one moment - it happens in a thousand small ones. Coming back is the same: one small, honest act at a time..When a nourishing practice falls away, start smaller than you think you should - the goal is to re-establish contact, not to immediately return to full capacity.Smriti, the Sanskrit root of mindfulness, literally means remembrance. Resources The Sacred Pause Half-Day Retreat in Clintonville (Columbus, OH):

Andrea Donsky is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist with over 20 years of experience in health and wellness, a published menopause researcher, and the founder of Morphus. She is the author of Nourishing Menopause (Simon and Schuster) and Unjunk Your Junk Food, and the host of the Menopause Reimagined podcast, where she shares the latest science, real-talk strategies, and tools to help women thrive through perimenopause and menopause.Andrea shares her own perimenopause story, the messages from readers that brought her to tears, and the work still ahead for menopause education and care. If you have ever wondered "what is happening to me," this one is for you.In this episode:The emotional reality behind a bestsellerWhy women bought this book so fast, and the education gap it closesAndrea's own search for answers in perimenopauseThe tools in the toolbox: nutrition, lifestyle, supplements, mindset, exercise, and hormones, if you choose that pathA reminder that your voice, your experience, and your health all matterGet the book and join the community at wearemorphus.com. If it helped you, please leave a review so another woman can find it too.Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/4r2IDz3 Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4rFj7jk Send us Fan Mail ======Morphus: Menopause Reimagined

Send us Fan MailSpring is finally here in Northern Canada, so recording outside reminded me of something simple: nature restores when we stop forcing and begin listening. Midlife often asks the same of us.This episode is part teaching, part guided journey...created for the woman who has spent years caregiving, holding everything together, and placing herself last.Together we explore how inherited patterns, the mother wound, and nervous system conditioning can shape our relationship with nourishment, beauty, body image, receiving, depletion, and vitality. We reflect on why so many women normalize exhaustion and what becomes possible when we begin mothering ourselves differently.You'll be guided through a calming journey connecting with the land, your womb wisdom, and your own essence before opening to one simple question:What do you need, and what would it look like to honor that?We also touch on: • The transition from caregiving → matriarchal leadership • Midlife as recalibration rather than decline • Herbal allies and nourishment practices for women's wellness • Tea rituals as nervous system support • Reclaiming radiance through receivingThis episode is also an invitation into my upcoming Nourishing the Mother Within 90 Min Akashic Experience & Tea Ceremony, where we'll go deeper into inherited patterns, nourishment, receiving, and the emerging woman you're becoming in midlife.If your body has been asking for more softness, support, or truth — this is for you.Subscribe, share, and leave a review so more women can find this work.Grab your FREE e-book : Sacred Nourishment for Midlife Radiance: subscribepage.io/midliferadianceguideReach out to tara@tarapreston.com to learn more about ways to work with her through your life reinvention. 

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4019: Rachel Jones explores how complaining can become such an automatic habit that we barely notice it shaping our mindset and relationships. She shares practical ways to interrupt negative thinking, create healthier boundaries, and develop a more appreciative outlook that leads to greater peace, balance, and emotional well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nourishingminimalism.com/complain-less-appreciate-more/ Quotes to ponder: "It's so much nicer to be in a place mentally where our thoughts are generally positive." "When you notice a negative or complaining thought, immediately stop and force yourself to say something positive about that situation." "We don't want to complain all the time and dwell on the crap that happens- but it's not healthy to pretend it doesn't happen either." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the biggest thing standing between you and food freedom… isn't food at all? In this episode, Brandice unpacks the limiting beliefs and sabotaging thoughts that quietly shape our habits, emotions, and relationship with our bodies — and how bringing those thoughts into the light of God's truth can change everything. Get your show notes: https://gracefilledplate.com/podcast/ Links mentioned: Get your Overcoming Weight Loss Idols For a deep dive, check out Grace Filled Plate Platinum and be sure to get on the waiting list You may also love: Chew the Word Scripture Study [Original] Season 1 Episode 2: Ditching the Diet Mindset Season 2 Episode 21: The Keto Diet: Is It Biblical? Season 3 Episode 6: How to Align Your Weight Loss Goals and Values Season 4 Episode 2: 3 Inspiring Tips for When You Feel Weight Loss Discouragement Get a FREEBIE: Get your FREE Faith [is greater than] Food Jumpstart

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4019: Rachel Jones explores how complaining can become such an automatic habit that we barely notice it shaping our mindset and relationships. She shares practical ways to interrupt negative thinking, create healthier boundaries, and develop a more appreciative outlook that leads to greater peace, balance, and emotional well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nourishingminimalism.com/complain-less-appreciate-more/ Quotes to ponder: "It's so much nicer to be in a place mentally where our thoughts are generally positive." "When you notice a negative or complaining thought, immediately stop and force yourself to say something positive about that situation." "We don't want to complain all the time and dwell on the crap that happens- but it's not healthy to pretend it doesn't happen either." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4019: Rachel Jones explores how complaining can become such an automatic habit that we barely notice it shaping our mindset and relationships. She shares practical ways to interrupt negative thinking, create healthier boundaries, and develop a more appreciative outlook that leads to greater peace, balance, and emotional well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nourishingminimalism.com/complain-less-appreciate-more/ Quotes to ponder: "It's so much nicer to be in a place mentally where our thoughts are generally positive." "When you notice a negative or complaining thought, immediately stop and force yourself to say something positive about that situation." "We don't want to complain all the time and dwell on the crap that happens- but it's not healthy to pretend it doesn't happen either." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I'm delighted to reconnect with nutritionist, Andrea Donsky. Andrea is a well-respected media personality, speaker, author, researcher, and host of the Menopause Reimagined podcast, on which I have been a guest twice. In our conversation, we discuss her new book and speak at length about her motivation for writing about nourishment for mind, body, and spirit. We explore why food suddenly feels like it's working against you, and why our nutrition truly needs to change in midlife. We cover symptom-specific nutrition, including a detailed discussion of hot flashes, the importance of fiber, and navigating weight-loss resistance as a Gen X-er. We also talk about the weight and shame imprinting that many of our generation experienced, followed by a rapid-fire conversation around magnesium, protein, alcohol, and more. Join us for today's transparent, honest, and real conversation with Andrea Donsky.  Andrea's book, Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition and Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best, will be published in May. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Why Andrea took a mind, body, and spirit approach to nourishment in her book Andrea shares her experience of gaining and losing weight in midlife, despite making no changes to her diet or exercise routine How perimenopause can go unrecognized for years—even for a nutritionist Why what worked before may no longer work in midlife, and how Andrea had to relearn how to eat, exercise, and think  The lack of education and stigma that shaped the Gen X menopause experience Why balancing blood sugar becomes foundational in midlife The link between insulin resistance and factors like stress, poor sleep, diet, visceral fat, and hormonal changes  How undereating can worsen weight-loss resistance Andrea shares her “balance blueprint” for blood sugar in midlife Bio: Andrea Donsky Andrea Donsky is a nutritionist, 7X Published Menopause Researcher & Entrepreneur with 26 years of experience in health and wellness. She is a respected multi-award-winning influencer, media personality, speaker, and author. Andrea hosts the podcast “Menopause Reimagined,” and she is the co-founder of www.wearemorphus.com, a company that empowers women to feel heard and supported as they go through perimenopause and menopause. Her book, Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition and Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best, published by Simon and Schuster, is out now. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow  Cynthia's Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Andrea Donsky On her website Order Andrea's new book, Nourishing Menopause. On TikTok and Instagram We Are Morphus on Instagram

In this episode, I'm joined by Meg of Hollar Homestead to talk about what it really looks like to raise a large family on a homestead. From cooking from scratch and homeschooling rhythms to livestock management and letting go of perfection, Meg offers a refreshingly honest take on simple, intentional living. We are diving into: Starting a homestead with pigs and raised beds Stepping away from dairy cows (for now) Nourishing meals for large families Letting kids cook and carry the load Emergency prep after Hurricane Helene Encouragement for moms in busy seasons

In this episode, I'm joined by Meg of Hollar Homestead to talk about what it really looks like to raise a large family on a homestead. From cooking from scratch and homeschooling rhythms to livestock management and letting go of perfection, Meg offers a refreshingly honest take on simple, intentional living. We are diving into: Starting a homestead with pigs and raised beds Stepping away from dairy cows (for now) Nourishing meals for large families Letting kids cook and carry the load Emergency prep after Hurricane Helene Encouragement for moms in busy seasons

In this episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back friend Andrea Donsky, the nutritionist, author, podcaster and seven-time published menopause researcher known to her 350,000 TikTok followers as the "Menopause Educator and Researcher." Did you know there are 103 documented menopause symptoms?  Andrea shares groundbreaking updates to her peer-reviewed research published in the Journal of Menopause, including the stunning finding that hot flashes are no longer even among the top ten most common symptoms (and yet, medicine guidelines still use it as the benchmark for when a woman is in menopause.) Andrea and Dr. Lovely discuss medical dismissal, the surprising reality of phantom smells like burning toast, and why under-eating actually raises cortisol and increases belly fat. Finally, we talk about Andrea's new book:   Nourishing Menopause, is available now from Simon and Schuster. Listeners are encouraged to visit wearemorphus.com to contribute to her ongoing research and help change the conversation for women everywhere. Follow Andrea on TikTok and Instagram @andreadonsky and @wearemorphus to learn more.   Episode Highlights: - Why hot flashes fell from number ten to number eleven on the symptom list - The shocking average of thirty-one symptoms per woman, many of them brain-based (especially the top ten!) - How phantom smells affect nearly three quarters of women - Why being gentler with yourself is essential for managing stress   Andrea's new book, Nourishing Menopause, is available now from Simon and Schuster. Listeners are encouraged to visit wearemorphus.com to contribute to her ongoing research and help change the conversation for women everywhere. Follow Andrea on TikTok and Instagram @andreadonsky and @wearemorphus to learn more. TikTok: @andreadonksy and @wearemorphus Instagram: @andreadonsky and @wearemorphus Thank you to our sponsors for this episode:

I am so excited to welcome back my dear friend and colleague Andrea Donsky — nutritionist, researcher, and author of her brand new book Nourishing Menopause. Andrea has spent the last two years deep in the research, and this conversation did not disappoint.   What We Cover in This Episode: Andrea's personal perimenopause wake-up call — despite being a nutritionist for 17+ years, she knew almost nothing about what was happening in her own body The results of her landmark survey with over 20,000 women and 5,300+ responses — and why hot flashes didn't even crack the top 10 most common symptoms The actual top 10: fatigue, brain fog, sleep issues, memory loss, anxiety, loss of libido, lack of concentration, joint pain, and lack of patience The surprising and lesser-known symptoms women never connect to perimenopause — phantom smells (burning is #1!), itchy ears, cold flashes, vertigo, and tinnitus Why weight gain isn't in the top 10 symptom-wise, but ranks top 3 in quality of life impact — and the 17 different reasons Andrea uncovered in Chapter 5 of why we gain weight during this transition (spoiler: it is not your fault) The importance of relearning everything — how to eat, sleep, move, and even how to manage your relationship and your stress — for this new version of your body My thoughts on the gut microbiome in perimenopausal women and why the same commensal bacteria keep showing up depleted in our stool testing Top supplements Andrea recommends specifically for women in perimenopause and menopause: magnesium (bisglycinate and threonate), omega-3s, fiber, Vitamin D + K2/K7, and creatine (yes, for brain AND muscle!) The fiber conversation — why most of us are getting less than half of what we need, and how Andrea's supplement Fibers makes it easier without the digestive upset Protein intake: a practical formula for how much you actually need based on your body weight (not a blanket 150g-for-everyone recommendation) Why the nervous system — not the endocrine system — is the #1 system affected by the 103+ reported menopause symptoms The role of cortisol and chronic stress, and why managing it requires specificity and honesty (not just "reduce your stress") The beautiful reframe: perimenopause and menopause as a time of reassessment, reclaiming, and stepping into who you've always been Community, pickleball, and why finding your people outside your family matters more than ever for longevity   Toronto Listeners — Live Event Alert! Andrea is hosting Perimenopause, Menopause and Beyond: The Conversation We Need to Have on May 7th in the Toronto area.  Grab your ticket HERE — this episode airs May 4th so you have time!   Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Guest - Instagram | @andreadonsky Instagram | @wearemorphus TikTok | @andreadonsky Website | wearemorphus.com Nourishing Menopause Book | Preorder HERE   This episode is sponsored by: withinUs | Use the code JENNPIKE20 at withinus.ca for a limited time to save 20% off your first order and 20% off your first subscription order St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15  Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project  - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship:  jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

Andrea Donsky is here! An incredible nutritionist and menopause expert with over 25 years in health and wellness, Andrea has an amazing new book, Nourishing Menopause. This book serves as a  vital resource that  empowers women to understand and advocate for themselves, reminding them they are not alone. We discuss the true meaning of the title: “I see you, I hear you, and and I'm here to embrace you with a big hug!"As co-founder of WeAreMorphous.com, she helps women reimagine menopause through education and support. Andrea also hosts the podcast Menopause Reimagined and engages with over 350,000 followers on TikTok. A published researcher, she is committed to transforming the conversation around menopause.In our chat, we delve into her personal journey through menopause, exploring how her experiences deepen her understanding and compassion for others.

Community doula support can change how you experience pregnancy, birth, and the fourth trimester. In this episode, you'll learn how having the right support in place can help you feel safer, more confident, and better equipped to navigate real-life challenges beyond your birth plan.Marlee-I Mystic and Alli Cuentos are co-executive directors of SisterWeb and experienced birth workers leading a community-based model of doula care that centers advocacy, connection, and whole-family support.Full show notes: fourthtrimesterpodcast.comConnect with SisterWeb sisterweb.org | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeLearn more How to Prepare for Postpartum Support So You Feel Less Alone After Baby | How Nethal Abdul-Mumin Is Helping Muslim Families Find Their Reflection In The Parenting Community | Get A Healthy Start - Nutrition, Breastfeeding & Building Your Community with WIC's Kiran SalujaResources HelloGaia Parenting Copilot | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Birth Plan | FREE DOWNLOAD Customizable Fourth Trimester Plan | Postpartum Soups and Stews Collection | Postpartum Support CollectionRecommended Books The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother(related podcast episodes featuring the authors of this book are Seven Factors That Influence The First Forty Days and Four Relationship-Saving Questions To Ask Before Baby Arrives) | Becoming the Parent You Want to Be: A Sourcebook of Strategies for the First Five YearsCommunity-based support can also include parent groups and classes. Resources like Natural Resources offer structured support, education, and connection with other families navigating the same transition.Connect with Fourth Trimester Facebook | InstagramIf you found this episode helpful, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or rating us on Spotify or wherever you listen. It helps more families find the information and support they need.

This episode is sponsored by Factor. Want quick, delicious, nutrient dense ready in 2 minutes? Go to factormeals.com/freedom50off and use code freedom50off to get 50% OFF + FREE daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. In today's episode, Sam shares a very chaotic life update including: The Find Food Freedom Team retreat, launching a new podcast with her friends, traveling to NYC up and back in one day, sick kiddos, and an ER visit to the pet hospital. She shares how without nourishing her body, none of this would be possible. New Podcast: instagram.com/thejustusgirlspod  ALL things Find Food Freedom: Get your Insurance Benefits Checked: https://bit.ly/FFFinsurance   Instagram: @find.food.freedom TikTok: @findfoodfreedom Website:https://find-foodfreedom.com/ Join the FFF Monthly Membership here: https://findfoodfreedommembership.com and use the code 'IWANTFOODFREEDOM' for 3 months completely FREE! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is using AI in your health journey wise? In this eye-opening and maybe slightly triggering episode of Treasured Wellness, we're talking about something most wellness voices are staying silent on, especially for high-achieving Christian women. You're the driven professional or business owner who looks successful on the outside... leading, performing, showing up for family and faith... yet inside you're battling high-functioning fatigue: that deep exhaustion, brain fog, and decision fatigue that no amount of sleep seems to fix.  So you start searching for more information as to why you are feeling like you do. AND what to do about it! With 81% of physicians now using AI in their practices, and AI becoming the first stop for millions of women searching symptoms, labs, hormones, or wellness advice, it's time to ask the hard question: Is this really helping us steward our bodies well? As provocative a topic as it is, I had to discuss this new reality in healthcare... artificial intelligence being used for care. AI in women's wellness is designed to keep you coming back... still tired, still suffering... but with a flowery new answer or shiny object to chase. It drives engagement without real impact. And it mirrors the same medical model that has dismissed, brushed off, gaslit, and undertreated women for decades. In 2026, women are still 2/3 of the way sick before a diagnosis is made. This should not be for God's daughters! To be clear: AI has it's place and it's certainly not going away. It can be useful for documentation and administrative tasks. But when it comes to diagnosis, treatment plans, or personal health decisions, relying solely on it as a medical professional is borderline reckless and irresponsible. This isn't about quick fixes or worldly wellness. This is about Biblical health freedom.  Nourishing your body and brain through real nutrition, deep faith, and true rest. As a lifelong researcher who recovered from chronic adrenal fatigue, burnout, and Hashimoto's, I didn't wait for my doctor to hand me answers every 3-6 months. I took ownership of my health, asked hard questions, refused non-answers, and leaned into God-given instincts and the Holy Spirit for wisdom and peace. This is why I encourage you that YOU are the best advocate for your own health. No algorithm can replace the wisdom of stewarding your temple God's way. Scripture reminds us in 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 and Romans 12:1 (NIV)  Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies. Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. This isn't me saying not to use it in your health journey... but wisdom and discernment is necessary as you steward and treasure your wellness.  Wellness is worship... with the sustainable energy you need to run your business, nurture your relationships, and do the work He's called you to. I pray this helps you to OWN your health, XO, Michelle *1 John 4:1-7 Reclaim the energy God gave you. You were made for more than pushing through.  If you are ready to stop managing your exhaustion and start healing the root cause, your next step is one conversation. Book Your Fatigue Freedom Breakthrough Call Complimentary. 30 Minutes. Leave with real answers.   ***Join our community, Mind, Body. Restored.  to be supported, encouraged and educated as you take back your health WITH God at the center **Catch the Treasured Wellness Podcast on https://christianmix106.com/   AND YouTube   ***DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Contact your own physician for any medical concerns you have. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Treasured Wellness, LLC, guests or contributors be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.  

Josh Allen explains how he scaled Companion Baking from a local St. Louis startup to a national supplier by remaining agile through industry challenges like the pandemic and shifting dietary trends. He details his commitment to the 1% for the Planet initiative and food insecurity causes, proving that a company's internal soul is just as important as its external success. The conversation offers profound insights into maintaining grit and fostering deep-rooted relationships with employees and vendors to leave a lasting legacy of integrity.Guest Links:Josh's LinkedInCompanion BakingThe Baked-In PodcastCredits: Host: Lisa Nichols, Executive Producer: Jenny Heal, Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski, Podcast Engineer: Portside Media

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2965: Rachel Jones shares practical, real-life strategies that simplify the chaos of managing a large household, showing how minimalism and consistent routines can dramatically free up time. Her approach focuses on reducing decision fatigue, embracing flexibility, and letting go of perfection so daily life runs more smoothly. These insights offer a refreshing way to feel more in control while doing less. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nourishingminimalism.com/7-time-saving-hacks-big-families/ Quotes to ponder: "The truth is, we do better when we feel better, and if we only ever stress about how much we need to do, our energy will be spent up with the thinking and the stressing, and not actually any doing." "Perfection prevents us from taking action, because we think “I don't have time to do it right, so I just won't start.”" "Setting up a system or routine is simply noting what time you need to start to get it all done, and what order makes sense for the things you have to do." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're a healer, coach, or facilitator trying to “figure out” your offer…This is your sign to stop.Your most aligned, profitable, and transformative offerwill never come from copying, overthinking, or asking AI what to create.It comes from something deeper.This episode will shift how you see your business… completely.✨ Press play if you're ready to create an offer that feels like devotion

Nettle all day, everyday.Does this sound exciting to you? Perhaps it sounds a little intimidating…or maybe you're just curious why on earth you'd want to submit yourself to so much of a plant that literally stings you. (But not when it's properly prepared, which is super simple to do, I promise!)Well, my friend Mason Hutchison and I are certainly excited about nettle—and that's why we teamed up to bring you the Nettle Immersion, a 30-day deep-dive into this amazing, nourishing herb.This immersive experience includes over 100 minutes of video lessons spanning 10 modules, a community space where you can discuss your love of nettle, a cookbook filled with nettle recipes, and so much more. We'd love to have you join us!Learn more and sign up at https://courses.folkmethodology.com/nettle-immersion.

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If you've been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in a cycle of starting over… this episode is your permission to do things differently. In a world that tells women they have to choose between living a soft, slow life or stepping into their ambitious, CEO energy, this conversation brings you back to what actually works—balance. Inspired by the energy of the Full Moon in Libra, this episode explores how to come back into alignment with your body, your hormones, and your natural rhythms—without burning your life down or starting over. Because the truth is… you were never meant to choose between rest and success. You were meant to embody both. ✨ In This Episode, We Talk About: Why the "soft life vs. hustle" narrative is keeping women stuck How living in extremes disrupts your nervous system and hormones The real reason you feel exhausted—even when you're doing everything "right" Why balance (not discipline) is the key to sustainable health and success How your body changes in your 40s—and what it's actually asking for The difference between a restart and a gentle reset Why feminine energy is not just rest—but creation and expression How to build a rhythm of rest, nourishment, and aligned execution What balanced living actually looks like on a daily level

In this episode, Jessica Kamerman discusses a life-changing mission: managing autoimmune disease through the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP), and her journey to create Nourish and Heal. After their daughter was diagnosed with Hashimoto's following years of stomach pain and chronic illness, Jessica stepped away from her real estate practice to focus on finding a "root cause" solution. Jessica shares insights on: The Diagnosis: Moving beyond just treating symptoms with medication to understanding how the body attacks the thyroid. The "Full Elimination" Phase: What it really looks like to cut out gluten, dairy, soy, nightshades, and processed foods as a family of four. Real Results: How the protocol helped stabilize their daughter's numbers and led to a collective 100-pound weight loss for the family. Nourish and Heal: Why Jessica created a community for other families to find kid-friendly AIP resources and support. Whether you're dealing with Hashimoto's, fibromyalgia, or chronic illness, this episode explores how changing your relationship with food can lead to profound healing. To connect with Jessica - Nourish and Heal with Jess, AIP for Families (Facebook) or jessicakaykamerman@gmail.com To get in touch with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

In this special episode of The Herbalist Hour, Rosalee de la Forêt turns the tables on HerbRally founder and longtime host Mason Hutchison for a wide-ranging, heartfelt conversation about rebuilding, community, and the person behind the podcast. What starts as a "comeback episode" becomes something deeper: a reflection on major life transitions, self-care, friendship, fatherhood, herbal practice, and the many passions that make Mason who he is. Along the way, Rosalee guides the conversation while surprise video questions and messages from fellow herbalists appear throughout the episode.  Mason shares stories about nourishing herbal infusions, movement, movies, basketball, ping pong, and meaningful plant relationships — along with reflections on the herbal community that has shaped his life and work. This episode is funny, vulnerable, and full of heart — a reminder that herbalism is not just about plants, but about people, connection, and the communities that carry us through. A big thank you to the many herbalists and friends who took the time to record surprise video questions and messages for this episode. Your kind words and support truly meant a lot. I didn't cry at all. HerbRally has always been about connecting plant people, and this moment was a beautiful reminder of just how generous and supportive this community can be.  And of course, a heartfelt thank you to Rosalee de la Forêt for hosting this special episode and guiding the conversation with such care and thoughtfulness. TOPICS COVERED • The story behind HerbRally and Mason's role as a community connector • Life transitions, rebuilding after divorce, and moving back to Oregon • Cultivating relationships during times of change (Asia Dorsey's question) • Strength training and "movement snacks" with Samantha Butts • Avoiding overwhelm and building habits one small step at a time • Nourishing herbal infusions and two decades of infusion practice • Plant relationships, including Pedicularis groenlandica (elephant's head) • Finding joy through basketball, movies, and ping pong • "Compliments as medicine" and learning to receive praise • Surprise video tributes from herbalists and friends • What's next for HerbRally, Folk Methodology, and upcoming projects LINKS & RESOURCES HerbRally | https://herbrally.com Rosalee de la Forêt | http://www.herbswithrosalee.com Folk Methodology | https://folkmethodology.com Herb Mentor Radio (LearningHerbs) | https://learningherbs.com Columbines School of Botanical Studies | https://botanicalstudies.net Asia Dorsey | http://www.bonesbugsandbotany.com/ Petty Herbalist Podcast | https://www.pettyherbalist.com Jess Starwood | https://jstarwood.com/ BOOK: I Am The Land, These Are My People | https://amzn.to/4lI1M7y  Samantha Butts | https://www.instagram.com/samanthabutts_/ Torin Frost | https://www.youtube.com/@torinfrostofficial  HerbRally Schoolhouse | https://herbrally.com/schoolhouse  ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.

I want to talk about why sex can feel draining instead of connecting, even when it's happening regularly, and how that disconnect quietly impacts a marriage. What does nourishing sex actually look like and why does obligation, performance, and one-sided dynamics make intimacy feel heavy instead of life-giving? Through real client stories, I will break down how emotional safety, presence, and mutual desire change both the individual and the relationship experience of sex. With my normal directness, I will share practical ways couples can begin shifting from sex that depletes to sex that genuinely feeds connection. This conversation is about creating intimacy that both partners look forward to, not endure. You're going to love it.

In the March Solluna Power Hour, Kimberly discusses the theme of 'Balance the Fire,' focusing on a spring detox to harness power without burnout. She emphasizes the importance of connecting with nature, making nourishing food choices, and maintaining emotional and spiritual wellbeing as we transition into spring. The conversation highlights practical tips for enhancing gut health, emotional resilience, and spiritual growth, encouraging listeners to embrace the seasonal changes and cultivate a balanced lifestyle.Sponsors: FATTY15 OFFER: Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/KIMBERLY and using code KIMBERLY at checkout.USE LINK: fatty15.com/KIMBERLYLMNTOFFER: Right now, for my listeners LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any LMNT drink mix purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOOD. That's 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT any LMNT drink mix purchase. This deal is only available through my link so. Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water.USE LINK: DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOOD Chapters00:00 Balancing Energy: The Spring Equinox15:05 Nourishing the Body: Food Choices for Spring28:08 Emotional Wellbeing: Rising Above Unconsciousness34:50 Spiritual Growth: Connecting to the True SelfFor more on Kimberly and Solluna please go to mysolluna.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.