Podcasts about wellness tips

Buying or selling a home can take a toll on your well-being. But, it doesn't have to. This week on Real Estate Today, we explore the powerful connection between real estate and wellness. From avoiding buyer burnout and seller stress to discovering how your home can actually make you healthier, we share expert strategies to keep your emotions and energy in check. We'll also look at how pets play a surprising role in buyer decisions and spotlight Babcock Ranch, America's first wellness town. Plus, in our Hot or Not segment, we explore two home design trends: biohacking amenities and biophilic design. Guests include Heather Haase, REALTOR® from Ohio; Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki, initiative co-chair at the Global Wellness Institute; Syd Kitson, chairman and CEO of Kitson & Partners and developer of Babcock Ranch; and Dr. Jessica Lautz, deputy chief economist and vice president of research at the National Association of REALTORS®.

Buying or selling a home can take a toll on your well-being. But, it doesn't have to. This week on Real Estate Today, we explore the powerful connection between real estate and wellness. From avoiding buyer burnout and seller stress to discovering how your home can actually make you healthier, we share expert strategies to keep your emotions and energy in check. We'll also look at how pets play a surprising role in buyer decisions and spotlight Babcock Ranch, America's first wellness town. Plus, in our Hot or Not segment, we explore two home design trends: biohacking amenities and biophilic design. Guests include Heather Haase, REALTOR® from Ohio; Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki, initiative co-chair at the Global Wellness Institute; Syd Kitson, chairman and CEO of Kitson & Partners and developer of Babcock Ranch; and Dr. Jessica Lautz, deputy chief economist and vice president of research at the National Association of REALTORS®.

What if the secret to deep, restorative sleep begins at sunrise, not bedtime? In this grounding episode, I sit down with sleep educator and former insomniac Mollie Eastman to explore why rest is a skill, and how light, food, temperature, and mindset shape the way we sleep. Together, we uncover why so many of us feel tired but wired, how morning sunlight and meal timing set the stage for deep rest, and what to do when you wake up at 3 a.m. Mollie shares compassionate, science-backed insights on alcohol, blue light, circadian rhythms, and the nervous system, showing us that sleep isn't about perfection, but about remembering how to work with our bodies instead of against them. If you're ready to restore your nights and reclaim your energy, this episode is for you. Mollie Eastman is the creator of Sleep Is a Skill, a podcast and platform dedicated to helping people transform their sleep through science and circadian wisdom. We Also Discuss: 00:00 – Welcome & Why Sleep Is a Skill 09:40 – Morning Light and Circadian Rhythm Basics 19:20 – Sleep Anxiety, Mindset, and Nervous System Health 29:00 – Sleep Apnea and Common Sleep Disorders 38:40 – Alcohol, Food Timing, and Deep Sleep Quality 48:20 – Blue Light, Scrolling, and Sleep Disruption 58:00 – Hormones, Cortisol, and Restorative Sleep 01:07:40 – Wearables, Sleep Metrics, and Biohacking Rest 01:17:20 – Sleep Positions, Ancient Wisdom, and Final Takeaways Thank You to Our Sponsors: iFit: Movement is medicine—iFIT makes it personal, science-backed, and ready for you anytime, anywhere. Explore more at iFIT.com.Pulsetto: If you've been feeling anxious, burnt out, or disconnected from your body, Pulsetto is a gentle, wearable tool that supports your vagus nerve—the gateway to your rest-and-restore state. Try it for 10% off at pulsetto.sjv.io/MONA with code MONA.Stress Quiz: The way you react to stress isn't random—it's rooted in your biology and lived experience. Discover your unique stress type + get a personalized healing plan to help you feel more calm, clear, and resilient. Take the quiz now:monasharma.com/quiz Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips.  Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Mollie Eastman Instagram: @mollie.eastman Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/ 

The postpartum period is a whirlwind – and it's easy to put your own needs on the back burner. In this episode, we're talking about how to nourish your body and support your healing after birth. From nutrient-rich meal ideas to mindset shifts around self-care, you'll learn simple ways to boost your energy, balance your hormones, and feel your best during those early months. Whether you're breastfeeding, recovering from a C-section, or just trying to stay afloat, these tips are for you!

What if the key to healing emotional trauma, reducing inflammation, and reconnecting with yourself isn't another quick fix, but ancient wisdom and simple daily rituals? In this heart-opening episode, I sit down with healer, musician, and soulful guide Shayoon Alexander to explore the intersection of emotional healing, nervous system regulation, and embodied living. Together, we unpack how trauma gets stored in the body, how discipline can be a gentle act of self-respect, and why regulation, not restriction, is the new foundation for lasting wellness. Shayoon shares powerful tools from both ancient lineages and modern neuroscience to help you release emotional wounds, return to your body, and live a life anchored in love, purpose, and peace. Whether you're navigating stress, chronic symptoms, or just feeling disconnected from your inner self, this episode is for you. Shayoon Alexander is a musician, a trauma-informed healer and co-founder of the LightForce Center, where she combines neuroscience, somatic therapy, and quantum healing to help people release emotional trauma and regulate their nervous system.  We Also Discuss: (00:00) – Self-Healing Journey and Ancient Wisdom for Wellness (07:30) – Daily Rituals, Discipline, and the Power of Saying No (15:00) – Healing Emotional Trauma and Releasing Stored Pain (22:30) – Nervous System Regulation and Emotional Processing Tools (30:00) – From Fear to Self-Healing and Living with Purpose (37:30) – Overcoming Resistance and Doing the Inner Work (45:00) – Transforming Wellness through Pain to Purpose Awakening (55:00) – Ancient Remedies, Health Misconceptions, and True Healing Thank You to Our Sponsors: Pulsetto: If you've been feeling anxious, burnt out, or disconnected from your body, Pulsetto is a gentle, wearable tool that supports your vagus nerve—the gateway to your rest-and-restore state. Try it for 10% off at pulsetto.sjv.io/MONA with code MONA. 12 tips: Small shifts, big energy—feel clearer, brighter, and more like you.Download my 12 wellness tips with Dr. Mark Hyman: monasharma.com/12tipsStress Quiz: The way you react to stress isn't random—it's rooted in your biology and lived experience. Discover your unique stress type + get a personalized healing plan to help you feel more calm, clear, and resilient. Take the quiz now:monasharma.com/quiz Find out more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips.  Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Find out more about Shayoon Alexander:  Instagram: ​​@shayoon The Light Force Center: @thelightforcecenter Website: https://www.thelightforcecenter.com/ 

90-Day Glow Up: IT Girl Wellness Habits to Become Your Hottest, Healthiest Self ft ODD's M-01 supplement I take the ODD M-01 supplement on days when I know I'll be indgulging to help aid in the digestion of the sugars I consume that day. Shop the M-01 starter kit on https://odd.us

During this episode you'll learn about: This week's guest: Da Rulk, strength and conditioning specialist for first responders and tactical athletes [0:58] What does training and recovery look like for military, firefighters, police, and other first responders? [4:17] On-duty vs. off-duty nutrition strategies for first responders [6:54] How to maintain quality sleep as a first responder [12:21] Supplements to support first responders who experience disrupted sleep [14:51] Ways to support a positive mindset as a first responder or military athlete [17:53] Hydration tips for first responders, and why water alone may not be enough [22:32] Questions from the community How can someone who works night shifts get a better sleep schedule [27:52] What is different about training first responders versus other athletes? [31:20] What are the best exercises for an emergency medical responder or other first responder? [37:15] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:                                                                                     Follow Da Rulk on Instagram Four Supplements You Need if You Train Twice a Day Beta-Alanine: An Emerging Cognitive Tool for Tactical Athletes Catalyte® vs. Daily Electrolytes: Which is Better? Everything You Need to Know About Magnesium A Good Night's Sleep: How Magnesium and Other Nutrients Can Help This Mineral Deficiency is More Common Than You Might Think The Relationship Between Sleep and Mental Health Six Tips to Improve Reaction Time and Mental Focus Why You Should Add RecoveryPro® to Your Bedtime Routine PharmaGABA Combined with Protein Improves Lean Muscle Mass* Products related to this episode: Magnesium, Daily Electrolytes, Catalyte®, Melaton-3™, RecoveryPro®, PharmaGABA-100, Whey Protein Isolate, Amino Complex, Creatine, Ginseng Plus, Theanine Subscribe to More Content Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne's Take 5 Daily online blog.

Health and Fitness with ErinCoach Erin McDonald shares simple, sustainable strategies to help you feel your best without overwhelm.​Topics discussed:✔️ The “big rocks” of wellness – protein & fiber✔️ Why muscle mass matters for metabolism & hormones✔️ Easy movement strategies (walking, resistance training)✔️ Calories, carbs & fats simplified✔️ Small rocks that make a big difference – sleep, water, stress​​

What if your immune system isn't attacking you… but protecting you in ways we've only just begun to understand? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the father of functional medicine, to explore why autoimmune conditions and chronic inflammation are on the rise, and how shifting the story we tell about our health can transform the way we heal.  Dr. Bland shares why 70% of our immune system begins in the gut, how our immune age may be a more powerful marker of vitality than our actual years, how some colorful foods can help rejuvenate our cells and more! Dr. Jeffrey Bland, PhD is widely celebrated as the “father of functional medicine.” He's authored best-selling books and over 120 peer-reviewed studies and launched Big Bold Health. For more than four decades, Dr. Bland has been pioneering a systems-based, personalized approach to healing, what we now call functional medicine.  What's Discussed: (04:33) What if disease labels are holding us back from true healing? (14:48) Why your immune system may actually be protecting you, not attacking you. (24:19) How colorful plants can literally rejuvenate your immune system. (33:49) Discover why your immune age matters more than birthdays. (40:02) When high achievement pushes the immune system into overdrive. (47:16) Simple choices that help your body return to balance. (01:04:25) What soil, farming, and human health teach us about resilience. Thank You to Our Sponsors: Pendulum: Nourish your gut, support your whole body—head to pendulumlife.com and use code MONA for 20% off your first membership order. iFit: Movement is medicine—iFIT makes it personal, science-backed, and ready for you anytime, anywhere. Explore more at iFIT.com. 12 tips: Small shifts, big energy—feel clearer, brighter, and more like you.Download my 12 wellness tips with Dr. Mark Hyman: monasharma.com/12tips Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips.  Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Dr. Jeffrey Bland: Website: https://bigboldhealth.com Instagram Big Bold: https://www.instagram.com/bigboldhealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjeffreybland/

265: This week is a bit different - in this special Q&A episode, I'm answering your questions about health, wellness and life in general. I'm also sharing some pretty big personal updates, and giving you the full recap of my honeymoon with Hector (it was a dream come true, y'all).  Topics Discussed:  → Leading a healthy lifestyle without living in a bubble  → The latest update on my fertility journey  → The link between stevia and fertility   → Best clean workout clothing brands  → How I improved my sleep hygiene after years on the road → Favorite spots from my honeymoon (and why Capri is underrated)  Sponsored By: → CURED Nutrition | Right now, CURED Nutrition is offering my listeners an exclusive 20% off Serenity Gummies with a monthly subscription at https://www.curednutrition.com/realfoodology. Use code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout. → Everyday Dose | Find Everyday Dose in Target stores across the country. Buy any two Everyday Dose products at a Target store near you, and they'll pay you back for one. Details at https://www.everydaydose.com/REALFOODOLOGYBOGO. → Puori | Feel the difference for yourself, go to https://www.puori.com/REALFOODOLOGY and use the code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout for 20% off → Manukora | Go to https://www.Manukora.com/REALFOODOLOGY to get $25 off the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! → Lineage Provisions | Try it for yourself at https://www.lineageprovisions.com and use the code REALFOODOLOGY for 10% off. → SEED | Go to https://www.Seed.com/Realfoodology and use code 25Realfoodology to get 25% off your first month. Timestamps:  → 00:00 - Introduction  → 04:15 - Live Well, But Not in a Bubble   → 13:07 - Fertility Journey  → 16:09 - How I Built My Social Media Career  → 21:21 - Clean Workout Clothes → 24:01 - Should We Avoid Gluten?  → 31:04 - Big Life Update!  → 32:03 - Non-Toxic Toilet Paper   → 34:24 - My Sleep Algorithm  → 38:35 - Stevia and Fertility  → 46:00 - Honeymoon Recap - Europe!   → 01:10:28 - Food & Lifestyle: Europe vs. US Show Links:→ Namarie Workout Wear  → Lights Out | Bedtime Gummies Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced by: Drake Peterson

Most Downloaded Countdown Series – Episode #2 Interior designer Alison Davin shares how her multiple chemical sensitivities led her to design wellness-focused homes using nontoxic paints, flooring, and materials. A must-listen for anyone building or renovating.

268. Savvy Business and Health & Wellness Tips and Journey to Overcoming Infertility with Laura Jean Bell   1 Corinthians 10:31 NIV "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."   Today's episode includes some thematic material. I want you to be aware before you listen in the presence of little ears.    *Transcription Below*   Laura Jean Bell is a believer, storyteller, writer, wife to her high school sweetheart and mama to three miracle babies.   She is a published author of You Can Always Come Home by Laura Jean Bell, in addition to being a Business and Social Media Coach.    Laura also overcame stage 3 endometriosis by taking the road less traveled and now she spends countless hours helping other women take that road with her!    Connect with Laura on Instagram: @laura_jean_bell   Laura Jean Bell's Website   Questions and Topics We Discuss: What are a handful of practical tips you can offer others, especially as it relates to digital marketing? Will you share your research on Minerals: How do we even determine what minerals we need?  Will you leave us with a few more social media tips?   Thank You to Our Sponsor: Midwest Food Bank   Other Episodes Related to This Topic from The Savvy Sauce: 48 Pursuing Health, Not Vanity Before and After Childbearing with Blogger, Speaker, and Coach, Megan Dahlman 33 Pursuing Health in the New Year with Functional Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jill Carnahan 68 Hormones and Simple Changes to Feel SO Much Better with Functional Medicine Expert, Dr. Jill Carnahan 70 Energy to Spark Success in Your Business with Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Podcaster, Christy Wright 76 Conflict Resolution, Infidelity, and Infertility with Licensed Psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist, Dr. Jessica McCleese 77 How 2 Questions Can Grow Your Business and Change Your Life with Author, Pastor, and Podcaster, Jeff Henderson 132 Pursuing Your God-Given Dream with Francie Hinrichsen 256 Gut Health, Allergies, Inflammation and Proactive Solutions with Emily Macleod-Wolfe 266 Female Sex Hormones, Periods, and Perimenopause with Emily Macleod-Wolfe   Connect with The Savvy Sauce on Facebook, Instagram or Our Website   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV) Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”   *Transcription*   Music: (0:00 – 0:10)   Laura Dugger: (0:11 - 1:25) Welcome to The Savvy Sauce, where we have practical chats for intentional living. I'm your host, Laura Dugger, and I'm so glad you're here.    Today's episode includes some thematic material. I want you to be aware before you listen in the presence of little ears.    Thank you to an anonymous donor to Midwest Food Bank who paid the sponsorship fee in hopes of spreading awareness. Learn more about this amazing nonprofit organization at MidwestFoodBank.org.   Laura Jean Bell is my guest today, and she is a Jesus-loving author and also a business and social media coach. So, not only is she going to share some of her best savvy social media and business tips, but also the conversation takes a detour into health and wellness, and she has an abundance of wisdom to share there as well, even including practical tips that we can implement today for our own flourishing in health and well-being. Here's our chat.   Welcome to The Savvy Sauce, Laura.   Laura Jean Bell: (1:26 - 1:27) Hi, thank you for having me.   Laura Dugger: (1:28 - 1:34) I'd love for you just to start us off by giving us a snapshot glimpse of your current life right now.   Laura Jean Bell: (1:35 - 2:27) Oh, my goodness, my chaotic life. Actually, it's a sweet, beautiful thing, but I am a wife to my high school sweetheart. We have been married, this year will be 11 years, and we have three kiddos. Emmylou, who is six. She literally just turned six. My son Oaks, who is three, and my youngest is Lottie, and she just turned nine months. So, my life is very full. I own my business, I am a published author, and I have three very, very needy children, right? I'm in a season of life where I'm very, very, very needed, and that's a beautiful thing, but it can be a very overwhelming thing at times. So, that is a little snapshot about my day-in and day-out life.   Laura Dugger: (2:27 - 2:43) That sums it up well. Gorgeous kid names, by the way. Oh, thank you. But I'd love to hear more about your business, too. Would you mind just explaining the work that you get to do as a digital marketer and online income mentor?   Laura Jean Bell: (2:44 - 4:58) Sure. Okay, so, this has been such a fun journey for me, and just to maybe explain it in like a Reader's Digest version, because I think that there's so much on the internet right now that's like, make $5 million in four minutes. But what I do is actually help business owners.    So, like the average woman who maybe is wanting to build an income or find her place online, that was where I started. That's where I began, like really helping those women be like, “Hey, I can be a business owner, too.” I can actually have like a mark and a place in this space, which I think is often really hard for women to like grasp, because we're so inundated with influencer culture.    But as the business began to expand and grow, I really started to lean into how do I help business owners actually market their business and make it really profitable online? Because a lot of times there's business owners that have these great businesses, but they don't actually have the marketing piece to actually sell the thing that makes their business a business. And some of them have a brick and mortar, and they're brick and mortar as well, but they'd love to increase their income.    How do you do that? You get online; you make sales online. And so, what I do is I teach female business entrepreneurs how to scale their business using Instagram.    I do not focus on any other platforms. My main focus is Instagram and teaching them how to use their messaging to make sales consistently. And so, I help them figure out their messaging and then write it.    Actually, I write content for a lot of my clients. And then I teach them consistency and speed so that their life isn't just consumed by the internet, which is like what all of us feel, right? Like, once you get on, you're like, how do I do this?    And I have to create this, I have to edit this, I have to do that. Like, it becomes very overwhelming. And so, what I do is I just eliminate the overwhelm.    I simplify it and I help entrepreneurs really find their messaging.   Laura Dugger: (4:59 - 5:15) Wow, that's incredible. So, you clearly have a gift for communication and articulating different things. Is there anything you want to just give us a little peek into practical tips if somebody is running their own social media?    Any tips you'd have for business owners?   Laura Jean Bell: (5:17 - 6:59) I think that the biggest, the greatest understatement that's happening right now online is followers and views mean absolutely nothing. They are like the beginning of Instagram, the beginning of social media. It was all about like, how many friends do you have?    And then it was how many followers do you have? And you know, how many views are you getting on your stories? And you get all these interactions on your reels.    And like, while that is the mental game of social media, and that is the thing that everybody is going for, because it actually fuels this like dopamine hit in your brain. But the reality is, is that there are people with thousands upon thousands of followers that are making $0 on the internet. And what they need is the actual messaging that says, “Hey, this is how I serve this pain point, and give you the life you want.”   And so, the biggest thing is, if you have five people in one day that view your stories, and three of them actually buy from you, like, that's over 50%. So, you're looking at, while everybody is freaking out about the number, it really is about your messaging in order to convert to sales, you can have a bunch of eyes on you. But if you're not serving the people that are following you, and serving them towards a sale, it doesn't mean anything.    So, don't focus on the numbers, focus on your messaging, focus on your brand, focus on what it is that you are serving your people with. And you will make money, you just will. It's how it works.    So, I hope that answers your question. Well for you.   Laura Dugger: (6:59 - 7:26) But yeah, I love it, because it's so unexpected, I would have never known. And I've also heard you encourage people to share their stories rather than just stating facts. And you share your own story, both online and in your book, You Can Always Come Home: Following the Breadcrumbs of Your Past to Find the Hope for Your Tomorrow.    So, Laura, how can we all incorporate stories into our own work so that we can better serve others?   Laura Jean Bell: (7:28 - 8:59) That's such a good question. And I think the biggest thing is, what story do you want people to know? What story is it that like, you really think like, you've been pricked, right, by the Holy Spirit, like, this is the story that I need you to tell.    This is why you walked through this experience. This is why you're doing this thing. Because oftentimes, we can negate the things that we've walked through, and act as if like, those things didn't, weren't that big of a deal because you survived it, right?    Like, oh, well, you know, it wasn't anything, it was a big deal, right? And so, what are the things that you actually feel are important, they keep showing up, they keep becoming the things that people are asking you about? And how do you tell that story to where somebody hears the messy middle, and then the beautiful resolve, the beautiful ending to that story, because there is, right, the beginning, the middle, and the end.    And that's what makes stories so impactful. Facts tell, right? Like, anybody can tell you that, like, a carrot is orange.    But like, if somebody tells you the story of how the carrot became orange, or how this, like, what the soil does to all of this, and how it adds these nutrients, doesn't that make you like, appreciate a carrot more, want to eat a carrot more, want to go buy the carrots more, right? And so, the same goes with our story, like, what is it that actually happened to create this specific result?   Laura Dugger: (9:00 - 9:11) That's so good. Well, and speaking of stories, are you willing to walk us through a little bit of your own story with your health journey? Yeah, absolutely.    Ask me anything.   Laura Jean Bell: (9:11 - 9:16) I'm an open book. It might scare some people. I'm an open book about it.   Laura Dugger: (9:17 - 9:33) I appreciate that. Yeah, just, you're clearly a very healthy woman. But I know you've had a whole past that you've walked.    So, has health always been important to you? Or at what point of life did you start to make some changes because it wasn't working?   Laura Jean Bell: (9:35 - 14:24) Yeah, you know, it's so interesting. When I reflect on something like that. Um, you know, I grew up in a home, I always start with this, like, my mother was not a dieter.    Like she didn't diet all the time. She wasn't always like, on some workout trend or not eating carbs or not doing this. Like it was never that.    My mom is naturally like very, very, very thin. And so, like that wasn't a part of the conversation. My mom was always obsessed, though, with, like eating food that's good for you.   Like, and in the 90s, like that was really tricky, right? Because they were so many messages about like, what's good for you? What's not that is bad.    Like there's all these things. And while our household, I say was probably much healthier than the average household in the 1990s and early 2000s. I don't think that I ever like cared about my health.    I still ate the Hot Pockets and the Easy Mac and ramen noodles and every opportunity that my parents actually let us eat out like I was chowing down. So, when I reflect on like my years, like 0 to 18, all I cared about was just consumption. I was like, nobody could stop the amount of food that I could consume.    I'm five foot eleven (5' 11”). I was growing like crazy. You can ask my family like I could out eat anyone.    It was kind of unbelievable. So, that part of my life, like, that was not an unhealthy thing. College is when things began for me.    And when I went to college, I for most of my life, I was a competitive dancer. So, like, I was consuming but I was burning like it was like calories in versus calories out. I had no concept of that.    I did not know how to read a nutrition label on the back of a box until I was like, well into college, like, literally remember learning how to do it in a college health class. So, I go to college. And I noticed that I started gaining weight, right?    Like, I'm eating all the fast-food options that are in our student center. And then the cafeteria food. This isn't my mom's home cooked meals anymore.    This isn't the mostly healthy option anymore. And I start gaining weight. So, when that happened, I started hearing other girls talk about what they were doing.    Like, oh, well, you just eat less than exercise more. And like, I had no concept of like, what, what did that mean? Right?    Like, do you just not eat like I love to eat, right. And so, what I started doing, I didn't know how to like lift weights or do anything. So, I started running, because I thought, okay, I have endurance, I danced forever, like, you have to have that endurance with that.    So, like, I'll run. So, I start running. And I completely gave up meat.    I was like, well, I can just eat. I thought meat somehow made you fat. I don't know.    That was just some weird thing that I had in my head. And I stopped eating meat, and I ate less. So, like, I just kind of narrowed down what I was eating, and then ate less of it kind of thing.    And that was when my health problems began, was when I began doing that. Which is really interesting, right? I was probably eating roughly like 1000 to 1200 calories a day, but I was running four to six miles a day.    So, like, I was not fueling what I was burning. Although I was losing weight. So, like, calories in versus calories out, like the concept of like, just eat less than exercise more, it was working.    I was 19. Like, I was young, I had a like, everything was working right, you know. But all of a sudden, my body was like, you're depriving me.    And I'm not only being deprived of actual calories, I'm being deprived of nutrients. And what began to happen is it started to show up in my hormones, with my cycle, started breaking out in hormonal acne on my chin, I started having very short cycles. So, like, for any woman listening that maybe doesn't have a concept of this language, because oddly enough, so many women don't, and it's like about us.    But like, a woman has a cycle, your period isn't your cycle, it's the full month that's your cycle. And I was instead of 28 days, I was having 18 day cycles. And the pain during my period was excruciating.    It was so painful. And I'd never experienced that before. So, those were the things that began to show up.    But I just kept going with what I was doing. And just thought I just had bad periods. I had family members that had bad periods, this just must be genetic. And I just have to live with it and pop ibuprofen every 18 days, right. So, that was kind of where it where it started.   Laura Dugger: (14:25 - 16:04) Let's take a quick break to hear a message from our sponsor. Midwest Food Bank who exists to provide industry leading food relief to those in need while feeding them spiritually. They are a food charity with a desire to demonstrate God's love by providing help to those in need.    Unlike other parts of the world where there's not enough food, in America the resources actually do exist. That's why food pantries and food banks like Midwest Food Bank are so important. 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Was that the point that led to what you call your year of rebellion? Or did that come later?   Laura Jean Bell: (16:05 - 23:39) No way that that was just the start of basically, roughly eight years of undiagnosed endometriosis. So, what started happening is in college, I would have these what I call episodes where I would be roughly like a day or two before my period would start. And I would have this unbelievable pain that would come over me.    And I could feel it literally my lower abdomen, so much pressure, so much discomfort. Oftentimes, it would involve vomiting, passing out, so painful. To this day, I've had an unmedicated birth.    And I'm here to tell you that the pain of pushing out an almost 10-pound baby, and that were roughly the same thing. It was unbelievable, excruciating pain. I would go to the doctor, they would not give me ultrasounds, they would not check anything, they would not even do my blood work, they did nothing.    They would just say you have really painful periods, and we'll give you birth control. That was every year from 2010 until 2017. This was what was given to me.    And so, in 2017, I was on my way to work, and I had one of those episodes. And I called the doctor, they bring me in, and I said, I want an ultrasound, like I will sit here all day, I need an ultrasound. And so, they did an ultrasound and found two cysts on one ovary, one on the other, and they were six and seven centimeters and six centimeters.    I mean, it was just crazy, these large cysts. And they were like, you more than likely have endometriosis. This is, you know, they started explaining all the things.    And fast forward, I ended up having two laparoscopies, which is the surgery to remove endometriosis in 10 months, the average woman can go 18 months between surgeries, and I had mine in 10 months. That's how reoccurring rapidly it was growing and spreading in my body. And I felt zero relief from the surgeries, which everyone promised, like, you'll feel amazing, you'll, you know, you'll get pregnant. I couldn't get pregnant. I was in so much pain, and I go through another cycle of it.    And it's like, these doctors are like, yeah, you're probably just not going to be able to have children. We recommend you getting on birth control, or getting a hysterectomy, like, these are your options. And so, what I did is I went to see a fertility specialist, like anybody would do like, I'm not going to just stick with my OB. I'm going to see if I can actually have kids. And so, I see a fertility specialist, I go through multiple, multiple, multiple rounds of fertility treatments, and I wind up getting pregnant with my first daughter, Emilu.    So, she is a product of folly stem stimulation and an IUI. And lots of trigger shots and lots of synthetic progesterone. I did all of it.    And after my daughter was born a year postpartum, I got pregnant again, and I miscarried that baby. That baby was miscarried March of 2020, which is when everybody went crazy, right? 2020, like who has their 2020 story, right?   And so, my daughter was little, I mean, she was like 14 months old, when I had this miscarriage. And I remember watching, I watched this video, it was called The Pandemic. And a lot of people like didn't actually see it because it was taken off the internet for misinformation.    And it was a woman that was explaining what was really happening with the pandemic, which is funny, because all of it's true now. But it was taken down like, she's crazy. This is a horrible pandemic, nothing was created in a lab, all of that.    And I was like, I went to watch it again, because I thought this woman must be crazy. Like there's no way that this would actually happen. And I went to watch it again.    And it was taken off the internet for misinformation. And this thought came over me, which is so bizarre now. Like, I know more about Kim and Kanye's divorce, than I know about what's happening with this pandemic.    Yet, Kim and Kanye's divorce information is there for me to see. And they're not letting me look at this. Why?    And it was this very strange thing that came over me. But everything that came out that was like, don't take this medicine to help COVID, don't do this, actually, like saturated fats are bad for you, like all of these different things that were popping up. And people were saying, it's misinformation.    I was like, I'm going to research that. I'm going to research that. I'm going to research that the fertility doctor that did my DNC after I had a miscarriage. They actually said to me, you will never again, have another pregnancy.    But if you do, you will not have a normal child. That is what they discovered and decided about me, according to the results from that DNC, what happened to that baby, why that baby wasn't developing, why I lost that baby. It literally like, and him saying that to me, I was like, why?    And it was almost like he couldn't explain to me the reasons why, but that I just never would. And this is what I needed to do next in order to stay healthy and keep endometriosis away. And so, I went on this journey for one year and I committed to one year where I was like, everything that is misinformation, I'm going to research it.    Everything that I have been told is good for me or is the best choice for me because of my condition. I'm going to actually look at what they're giving to me and like, why? Um, every time somebody told me like endometriosis is incurable.    Okay. But like, what is endometriosis? Nobody actually explained to me what it was.    They just told me I had it and that it caused what it caused, not actually what caused it. And so, when I went on this journey, I began to discover and unfold so many things that absolutely blew my mind, broke my heart, made me very angry because as I began to implement the things that I discovered, I healed and I got better. And all of a sudden I don't have endometriosis anymore.    All of a sudden I'm pregnant with a very healthy baby. All of a sudden, like everything is better. How is it that the things that the providers that were working with me, what they were doing for me was keeping me sick.    And as I branched out and did all the things that they said was absolutely crazy. I had one of them literally looking at me and he was holding topical progesterone and he was like, this stuff, like with all due respect to this functional doctor that talked to you, this stuff doesn't work. And unfortunately they sell things to people like you, young women who are desperate for answers.    They sell this stuff to you to make so much money and it's not going to do anything for you. Guess what? Topical progesterone changed my life.    So, anyways, that is kind of a little bit of like my year of rebellion and what happened. I'm happy to go into details for you, but I feel like I'm getting long winded with it.   Laura Dugger: (23:39 - 24:13) No, that's incredible. I do want to do a deep dive into it because I think it's such a blessing after you've spent over a year researching this and then living this for multiple years. I think it can be such a benefit to each of us.    And I'm recalling this story specifically about toxins where people were saying that means nothing. But in that fertility clinic, somebody told you, there was a sign that said their employees were not allowed to wear certain toxins because quote, it could inhibit the fertility process.   Laura Jean Bell: (24:14 - 24:14) Yes.   Laura Dugger: (24:15 - 24:16) Can you elaborate on that?   Laura Jean Bell: (24:17 - 26:18) Yes. You know, what's really funny is I went to the health department to get some paperwork and stuff for my kids the other day. And, um, there was a sign up that was like any and all women that are getting mammograms, if you're getting a mammogram, do not wear perfume or deodorant for a mammogram because of the radiation mixed with the toxins.    I asked the woman that was sitting there, I was like, why did they say that? And she explained it to me and I was like, oh, okay. So, why aren't you telling us to stop wearing it altogether?    Um, but when I went to the fertility clinic, I was going through fertility. I was like an avid Daisy by Mark Jacobs perfume where I don't know. I still love the way that smells.    It's the yummiest, but I would wear it all the time. And I went in and the woman that was there, she was like, you smell so good. And I was like, it's Daisy by Mark Jacobs.    She was like, I wish I could wear perfume to work. I'm not allowed to. And I was like, why not?   And she was like, oh, because like the people that are working on women who are going through fertility, getting their IU eyes. So, it's like when they're actually inseminating you, like we, it could inhibit the fertility process. She was like, have you ever noticed we don't have any candles?    Like we're not allowed to bring candles here, all of that. And I was like, why aren't you telling me to stop doing that? Is that not interesting to anyone?    Like why is no one paying attention to the fact that like, I'm walking in here with perfume on to get an IU eye that's going to fail because it inhibits the, for the fertility process, like the one that works. Uh, guess what? I wasn't wearing any perfume.    So, it's like, it's one of those things that like, when I heard that, I thought, well, what is it that messes with the fertility process? Like what, what is that? And this was honestly, when I heard this information, this was before my year of rebellion.    So, like, I remember her telling me that and I kind of stopped wearing it to the sessions because I thought, well, I don't want to get this messed up anyways.   Laura Dugger: (26:18 - 26:29) So, yeah, pretty wild. That's incredible. And okay.    So, from that year of rebellion, what other tweaks did you make small and large?   Laura Jean Bell: (26:30 - 29:38) Oh man. Um, some big things like I removed toxins from my home. So, that looked like removing Clorox wipes and, um, detergents that are just like your average detergents that you buy from the store.    Um, I stopped burning candles and started burning, not burning, but diffusing essential oils. Um, from there, what I really started focusing on was my protein intake. Um, I spent so many years vegan, vegetarian, refusing meat, refusing proteins.    And those were the years that things were really bad for me. When I started to reincorporate animal proteins and quality animal fats, my cycles went from 18 days to 29 days. I started having painless periods.    My hair started growing more. Um, my nails wouldn't break. Um, my, even my vision got better.   And so, what was really interesting is I started learning that if you are protein deficient, you will be progesterone deficient and progesterone is the pregnancy hormone. This is the hormone you have to have in order to conceive. I always tell it like this progesterone equals pro gestation.    So, if you don't have enough progesterone, your baby cannot survive the first 12 weeks. That's what the baby lives on before the placenta is formed. You have to have progesterone in order to balance out the estrogen progesterone balance.    If it's imbalanced, that's where you have pain, mood swings, acne, discomfort, the growth of endometriosis and PCOS. These things are really important. Progesterone is so important for your mental health.    If you are mentally low, like think about your progesterone levels. Think about how much you're sleeping. If you're sleeping in complete darkness, that raises your levels.    If you eat at least 80 grams of protein a day, it raises your progesterone levels. These are two really basic things. Like it's really simple.    It's not complicated. So, that was probably the biggest thing for me was learning how to eat because for years we're told, at least all of my life, like fat is bad. They would rather you eat hydrogenated oils and I can't believe it's not better than actually eat grass-fed butter.    Why? Why is it bad for you? When you really uncover the work that was done in the studies that were given for explaining that fat is bad, it was all paid for.    It was all paid for by the medical industry, by big pharma in order to push this agenda. They said that it was bad for our hearts, but get this, in the years after they told everyone that it was horrible for heart health, heart disease skyrocketed as people began to eat less animal protein and less animal fats. So, anyways, just to give like a little, some of the things that I discovered and changed, that's the main thing, which really and truly is like not that complicated.    Wow.   Laura Dugger: (29:39 - 29:45) Yes. Focusing on what you're intaking. What about cortisol? What did you learn about that?   Laura Jean Bell: (29:46 - 32:21) So, cortisol is like your get up and get crap done hormone. Okay. And when you are living in a state of fight or flight, where basically you get up in the morning, I'm going to give you an example of what a lot of women do.    And they end up having issues with cortisol and eventually stop producing it altogether. So, a woman gets up in the morning, she wakes up, she drinks a cup of coffee with no food on her stomach. And she goes and does a 30-minute cardio workout.    And then she comes in and she eats maybe like a protein bar, like a little, like some type of granola bar, another cup of coffee. She goes to work. She works all day or she's home with her kids all day.    And by the time she's got her work done, or she's taking care of her children and fed her children, doing all of these things, you're going all day long. All of a sudden it's three o'clock and you haven't eaten anything and you're in a bad mood and you're really tired. And so, maybe you go get a snack and another cup of coffee.    And then by the time you get to dinner, it's the only meal that you've really sat down and had for the day. Okay. So, what has that done to you?    Your body believes because your body and your brain don't know the difference between a bear chasing you or you running strictly on caffeine and doing too much cardio. And so, all of a sudden she is moody. She's exhausted.    She's running on all this tension. Her hair starts to fall out. She gets acne.    Her skin's doing some weird stuff. Her nails are kind of brittle. All this, you're always moody.   You're always in a bad mood. It's because your cortisol is doing this. It's like, and it's like on, it's like high.    And sometimes when you keep doing this, you actually can get a lot of energy. And then all of a sudden your adrenals, because your adrenals are what produced cortisol. Your adrenals are like, actually we're done.    Like stop running from the bear. Just die. Like literally it like can't do anything for you anymore.   And you go into what a lot of people call, or doctors call adrenal failure, which is where your body doesn't even produce cortisol anymore. And so, that is when you can't get out of bed in the morning. You're so exhausted.    Um, you can't lose weight. You, no matter what you do, you're winded. You're overwhelmed.   Um, but you don't have energy for anything. You have so much brain fog, um, so much bloat and inflammation. It's because your body's not producing cortisol.    So, you don't have the energy to get anything done. Um, does that answer your question?   Laura Dugger: (32:21 - 32:45) Yeah, this is so interesting because I feel like there's a whole health movement right now. So, there's a lot of buzz about all of this and people, I think, especially after 2020 people are waking up. So, love gathering perspectives as you're talking about inflammation then too, with cortisol, have you researched much about grounding, like actually barefoot on the earth?    Yes, girl. Are you kidding me? Absolutely.   Laura Jean Bell: (32:46 - 35:48) Um, so, something that was really interesting, I went to see a specialist, um, when I was really healing my adrenals, because a fun fact for you, like when your adrenals are just in overload, if you are experiencing high cortisol, you're constantly up here. Guess what? Your body's going to throw out the window fertility because what in the world is safe about a body that is running from a bear?    Like, no, your body is preserving you because it's not safe for you to host a life. So, I was seeing a doctor who was really helping me. Um, it's called muscle testing.    So, they test each organ according to how your muscles respond. And, um, I was in adrenal failure. And at this point I'd already had my second child and was experiencing a lot of inflammation.    I couldn't lose weight. I was like so tired. I was irritable.    And, um, I did this long session with him and I was in St. Pete, Florida doing this session. And he said, you have an assignment for the rest of the day. And I was like, okay.    And he was like, you need to go to the beach, like go somewhere and actually lay your entire body down on the sand. He was like, I know, like nobody wants to get sandy, but like lay on the sand. And I was like, tell me why.    And he was like, if you lay on the sand, it's your body touching the earth. And God gave you the earth as a battery pack. And this battery pack literally is going to shoot energy back into your body that your body has been deprived of.    And like, there's, he started going into all the studies for it, but he was like, don't you ever know the difference? Like, and how you feel when you've been cooped up at work all day. And then like, you go on a vacation to the beach and you sit on the beach and you put your feet in moving water.    He was like, it's literal living water. This living water moves and it heals and rejuvenates what happens to water that stagnant. It gets disgusting. Yeah.    It turns to mold, right? It actually goes toxic, but that moving water is healing. It's living.    It's rejuvenating. It's very biblical, right? And then you have the earth that God gave you is this battery pack.    There are people, this is going to sound crazy, but there are who have done LSD, like psychedelic drugs that talk about the vibrations of the earth. When they're on this drug, they are seeing the way. And they talk about there's a magnetic field.    They like, you can read, you can watch videos. You can see studies of people who did LSD, who literally can see the energy that the ground gives you. I mean, it's crazy, but isn't it like the Lord, right?    To give us what we need in nature, like magic.   Laura Dugger: (35:49 - 37:17) Yes. Where we're going back to the way that he designed, whether that's eating whole foods or getting outside in his beautiful nature. There's countless benefits, but I think it's just amazing that taking your shoes off and being on the earth, even for 30 seconds is beneficial.    When was the first time you listened to an episode of The Savvy Sauce?   How did you hear about our podcast? Did a friend share it with you? Will you be willing to be that friend now and text five other friends or post on your socials, anything about The Savvy Sauce that you love?    If you share your favorite episodes, that is how we continue to expand our reach and get the good news of Jesus Christ in more ears across the world. So, we need your help. Another way to help us grow is to leave a five-star review on Apple podcasts.    Each of these suggestions will cost you less than a minute, but it will be a great benefit to us. Thank you so much for being willing to be generous with your time and share. We appreciate you.    You had also talked about previously with your health journey, being deficient in minerals, I think you said as well, or just not getting the nutrients. So, are there any minerals that we all are likely lacking or any that you would recommend from your research and experience?   Laura Jean Bell: (37:18 - 39:36) Yeah, I would, I mean, every mineral. The most underrated mineral right now is potassium. The amount of women who are potassium deficient and need more potassium is unreal.    But magnesium is huge. You have to have magnesium for your body to even naturally produce vitamin D. Like vitamin D is a hormone, but you have to have magnesium for your body to produce vitamin D.    How many have gone to the doctor and they're like, you are very low in vitamin D, right? Well, get in the sunshine more, take the supplement, but like, where's your magnesium, right? And so, magnesium, potassium, potassium is huge, especially for your mental health.    This is really going to help you in like balancing out, like you're removing the brain fog, really. Sodium, which everyone's like, eat less sodium. You need less sodium chloride.    You need less table salt. You don't need less salt. Your body has salt.    Your body needs salt. Think about what your t-shirt looks like when you drenched in sweat. It dries and what does it have?    Salt. It's salty, right? When you're sweaty, it's salty.    And it's because your body actually needs sodium. It has to have it. And so, stop using white table salt, like iodized salt.    Go get some quality Celtic salt, like really simple, but put that in your water. Like first thing in the morning, drink some water with some Celtic salt, like get those electrolytes back in your system. So, potassium, magnesium, sodium, and calcium, like your body needs calcium and you can get calcium in multiple ways, um, multiple ways, but calcium is going to support your bones.    It's going to help support your muscles. Cause if you are working those muscles, your body needs the strength. And so, calcium is going to give you that balance as well.    It's fantastic. So, all of them, but like, I think the make sure you're getting magnesium, just like if you just need to start somewhere, just get a magnesium supplement. I recommend magnesium glycinate because it's kind of the overall magnesium.   Laura Dugger: (39:37 - 39:44) So, it's great. Okay. And you said you can get calcium multiple places.    Do you take that as a supplement or where do you get your calcium?   Laura Jean Bell: (39:45 - 41:04) So, I actually do adrenal cocktails. So, that is, um, coconut water, orange juice and Celtic salt. That's it.    And just do a little adrenal cocktail in the morning. And in the afternoon, make sure that you have had protein before you drink it, because if you're anything like me, it'll spike your blood sugar. Um, if you're not balanced, so, you need to be balanced.    Um, I've always been very sensitive to things like orange juice, apple juice. Like as a kid, I would feel really bad in the mornings and I just thought breakfast made my stomach hurt. And actually it was like, my blood sugar was dysregulated from the cup of orange juice and the cinnamon toast that my mom gave me.    Right. So, like, it's like butter, sugar, white flour, orange juice, like eat this for a nutrient dense breakfast. And I like would feel horrible after because my blood sugar was off.    So, um, make sure you get some protein on your stomach and drink the adrenal cocktail. Like my parents, my parents swear by it. My dad's like, this has changed my life.    I'm your mom's going to make me one of those little cocktail things that you tell, I tell her about all the time. It's hilarious. And I'm like, it's just juice and coconut water, but it's got the minerals.    That's why it makes you feel so good. It's because it's giving your body the nutrients that it needs.   Laura Dugger: (41:05 - 41:17) That's incredible. Are there any other biohacks, health hacks, even the role of light that it plays or movement or anything else that you want to recommend with your extensive research?   Laura Jean Bell: (41:18 - 43:19) Um, I'll give two things. Uh, number one: if you can get up as the sun is rising or a little bit before and actually go outside and stare at the red light. The actual, morning sunrise, and then watch the sunset. If you can get your eyeballs on just like the surroundings where that red light is hitting, that will do wonders for the production of melatonin in your gut.    It's going to help you sleep. It's going to help you sleep really good at night, which is going to help you with your progesterone levels. So, that is great.    Number two is weightlifting. If you can incorporate at least two days a week of heavy weightlifting into your routine, it's going to do wonders. And the reason I say that is that estrogen, toxic estrogen, not the estrogen that's good for you that you need to like make you female, but like the toxic estrogens you're getting from perfumes and food and plastics and all the things it stores itself in fat, in visceral fat.    And so, the best way to burn fat and build muscle is by lifting weights. And so, if you want to keep toxic estrogens out of your body, step number one, get rid of fat, like fight hard for like, I mean, I'm still postpartum. I'm still burning off like weight that I gained in pregnancy.    But the number one thing that motivates me is not like, I want to look better, which of course I want to look better. Of course I want to fit back into my clothes, like all of that. But like Laura toxic estrogens store themselves in this fat.    And so, what, when you are lifting weights, you are burning fat and building muscle to support your family and not be burdened by the imbalance of your hormones. Like right there. That is the reason why.    So, lift weights. It's so good for you. It protects you from so many other diseases, but like that alone, women do not understand the power of that.    It's going to do wonders for you.   Laura Dugger: (43:20 - 43:47) Okay. This is so helpful. And then I'm thinking it's beneficial to have a specific plan.    So, as we think about where you talked about laundry detergents or limiting toxins, will you share a few of your personal favorite products? And then also what are some recommended things we can actually eat? Like when you walk through a healthy breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, what would you share?   Laura Jean Bell: (43:49 - 45:22) Okay. So, some favorite products. I started out using Thieves household concentrate.    Young Living sells it. And it's like $26 for a bottle of the concentrate. That concentrate can be household cleaner.    So, like it can clean any surface in your home. It can be used as dishwasher detergent. So, we use thieves instead of like pods in our, in our dishwasher.    And I'm here to tell you, I think Young Living just came out with dishwasher pods, like Thieves dishwasher pods. We don't use it. We still use the concentrate.    But we use that. You can use it in your laundry so you can wash your clothes in it. And so, we alternate with that.    Sometimes we use that. Sometimes we use Molly's Suds. Those are like little pods.    You can get them on Amazon. It's a non-toxic option. You can also wash your clothes and like baking soda and vinegar, like just be old school.    Your clothes won't smell like vinegar. Don't worry. Like the vinegar gets rid of the odor.    That's like how our grandparents did it. So, those are some really simple hacks. Just because that's inexpensive.    Like you can make 16, I think it's 16 bottles of household concentrate, like spray with the one bottle. So, like you buy the one bottle, it takes a cap full and then you fill the rest of the way up with water and it cleans anything. It's fantastic.    It smells great. You'll love it. What else did you ask me?   Laura Dugger: (45:22 - 45:28) Food? Yes, food. Like a sample menu. Okay.   Laura Jean Bell: (45:28 - 47:02) Something that I love to eat. I love to just really enjoy my food. Like if you're on the go, like I'll give it an example.    If you're on the go, I recommend like boil some eggs. Okay. Take like three boiled eggs.    Get like a chopstick to get your protein and like an RX bar. RX bars are going to have the carbs, but it's also going to have more protein. You'll get six grams of protein per egg and then about 10 grams in your chopstick.    So, it's like 18 grams of the eggs plus 10 is 28 grams plus the RX bar. You're going to get over 30 grams of protein and then you'll have some carbs. I do recommend getting a little bit more carbs, but if you're on the go and you're in a hurry and you need to feel balanced, that's a good start.    If you're home, like I love doing scrambled eggs and air frying sweet potatoes, peppers, and onions. It is delicious. Just trust me and season it with garlic powder and salt.    It's so simple. Some avocado oil and literally just allow, like think about all the carbs, all the protein, everything. The best hack though, that I learned with eggs is do two regular, like the full egg and then do two egg whites and then add cottage cheese to your eggs, blend it in a blender and then cook them and just thank me later.    So, you're getting extra protein, it's creamier, it's so good. And then eat that with sweet potatoes and peppers and it's primo.   Laura Dugger: (47:02 - 47:12) Okay. This sounds amazing. I love it.    And this is my post recording meal, the RX bar. I love it on busy days.   Laura Jean Bell: (47:13 - 48:27) Yes. For lunch, I mean lunch, I honestly, I keep like ground beef patties just ready. And my air fryer stays on. I literally use it for every meal.    Sometimes if I don't have it ready, I just pat it out, put it in the air fryer, it cooks. Do that with a bunch of veggies, get lots of fruit, mainly berries, like berries, apples, and just adding that in is your carb. You can do, if you need a snack, I highly recommend doing Greek yogurt and mixing in your favorite protein powder and mixing that up.    It's so good. The Greek yogurt gives you the carbs, the fats and protein, and then you add the extra protein in it. And so, it's excellent.    For dinner, our favorite meal, we eat a lot of grass-fed beef because we buy cow every year. So, we'll do bowls and we'll do like a bed of rice, sweet potatoes, peppers and onions, and then ground beef. And then we drizzle the Japanese barbecue sauce over it.    And we call it Japanese barbecue bowls. It's literally just like a bunch of vegetables and meat with sauce, but it's really good.    So, there's some meal ideas for you.   Laura Dugger: (48:28 - 48:49) That's incredible. Thank you for just rattling those off. We've got a plan now.    And I love how this conversation took a turn toward health. So, before we leave that section, any other healthy rhythms or best practices or ways you've simplified your life that you would recommend? Just sleep.   Laura Jean Bell: (48:49 - 49:34) I know that sounds ridiculous, but people aren't sleeping and go to bed without your phone. You're going to be okay. You really are.    If your kids can go to bed without their phones, without a phone in their face, you can do it too. It's not the best way to turn your brain off. So, go to bed.    When you lay in a dark room without any blue light, you actually are helping your nervous system reset itself. And it needs a moment to rest and digest. So, get in the bed without a blue light and close your eyes and go to sleep.    You can do it, but it's so simple. And try to get eight to 10 hours of sleep a night. Truly, it's so important.   Laura Dugger: (49:35 - 49:54) That's so good. And you're all about simplifying. You even help people simplify their digital marketing.    So, as we turn it back to business, I know you can't give away all of your secrets, but will you share just a few more business or social media tips with all of us?   Laura Jean Bell: (49:55 - 50:43) Oh, man. I think the number one thing that I would tell anyone who's wanting to do anything in the online space is don't spread yourself across every platform. It's not worth your time.    And the more you hone in on one thing, the more of that thing you will sell, like plain and simple. And you will make way more money. You will spend way less time working on it.    You will enhance the lives of the people that choose to work with you. That is what you will gain.    If you simplify your offers, number one, sell less. Just sell more of one thing and stop spreading yourself thin across all the platforms. It's just too much work.   Laura Dugger: (50:43 - 51:03) That's wise counsel. And will you also tell us, I mean, I'm amazed as I'm thinking of all this research that you've done. You're living a healthy lifestyle.    You're raising young children, consulting with others as their coach. Also, you wrote a book. Can you share a little bit about that?   Laura Jean Bell: (51:03 - 52:50) I wrote my book. I actually have it right next to me because I was like, if somebody is going to ask you what this book is about, it's a book of short stories. And it sounds really simple, but it's a book of short stories that really draws you back to who you are in the Lord and understanding your place, like your identity in Christ, your belonging, fighting against fear and really coming home to who God created you to be.    And so, this book is a compilation of short stories of my own life where these things were very disrupted. My identity, like a total identity crisis, like not just having so much fear, learning how to come back to who God made me to be, but really writing out the moments of when I was living in that season and the people that helped me kind of find my way out and the things that God really showed me in that journey. And so, have it right here.    You Can Always Come Home: Following the Breadcrumbs of Your Past to Find the Hope for Your Tomorrow. It's really what my heart was and I learned a lot when I left my hometown and I moved to small town, North Alabama. And although this is where my dad is from, this was not where I was raised.    And I walked into a total identity crisis when I moved here. And I write a lot about that and about the moments when I was living in that season. How the Lord would reveal to me, like, remember when this happened, or remember when this happened and how you handled it or what that person said to you. And I wrote those stories in here.    And so, the goal of this book is for anybody who reads it to know that God's on your side and everything's going to be okay.   Laura Dugger: (52:51 - 53:06) Thank you for sharing that, Laura. And we'll certainly add a link for that in the show notes for today's episode, but also what links can we give for your social media? And then if somebody wants to reach out and work with you, what would that process look like?   Laura Jean Bell: (53:07 - 53:47) Yeah, so, my Instagram is Laura_Jean_Bell and Jean is J-E-A-N. And if you want to work with me or reach out, you can email me at laurabellwrites@gmail.com, or you can literally go to my Instagram account and click the link in my bio where I explain what I do. And it offers an ability to hop on a call with me where we can talk together and see if we would be a good fit to work together.    So, those are the ways that you can contact me. I have a website, laurabell.co, and you can contact me through that as well.   Laura Dugger: (53:48 - 54:07) Wonderful. Thank you for adding that. We will make sure it's accessible for everyone.    And Laura, you may be familiar with why we're called The Savvy Sauce, which is because savvy is synonymous with practical knowledge. And so, my final question for you today, Laura, what is your Savvy Sauce?   Laura Jean Bell: (54:09 - 56:38) For life in general? You got it. Okay.    Well, I have two of them. And so, one of them is kind of silly and one of them is not. So, I'm going to go with the non-silly one.    Oh, share both. Yes. But I will say like this, there was this line that I heard, and I don't know who like trademarked this line, but it was very simple.    It said, “You are the CEO of your life.” And it was very simple, but it changed everything for me because for so much of my life, like if your knee jerk reaction to things not going your way is to blame someone else, you're not living as the CEO of your life. And I have spent a lot of my life, like when something doesn't go my way, I look for a person to blame instead of looking at myself and my own flaws. Being able to see that, “Hey, sometimes Laura, you're to blame and like, it's okay.”   You're the CEO of your life and you get to see what you did wrong, see how you messed up, see how you needed to shift something and then move on. And I think so many of us, whether we want to believe it or not, we can fall victim to that and live our lives so attached to this idea that somebody else is always to blame. Somebody else did this to me.    Sometimes things do happen to you that are not your fault. Sometimes you are a victim of horrible crimes and horrible things happening to you. But the question is, what are you going to do about it?    Who are you going to talk to about it? Are you going to go to the Lord and ask Him what it's actually supposed to look like for your life moving on from this place? Are you going to stay in a mindset that's small and traumatized, small and victimized?    Or are you going to say, “I'm the CEO of my life and I'm going to link arms with the Holy Spirit and keep moving forward.” And so, that was a huge thing for me to learn. And I feel like it's kind of been my savvy sauce in the last probably year, because 2024 was a year of a lot of things happening to me that weren't my fault.    And finally, one day I thought, you know, Laura, you can sulk in this, but it's not going to change your circumstance. What's going to change your circumstance is you saying, “I'm in charge of my life and I'm going to pick up the pieces of this and I'm going to ask God what to do with it.” And so, anyways, you're the CEO of your life and it's time to take charge of that.    So, yeah.   Laura Dugger: (56:38 - 56:42) I love it. And now you've got to share your silly one as well. You've left us curious.   Laura Jean Bell: (56:43 - 57:01) What is The Savvy Sauce? Let me just tell all of my, all of my geriatric millennials out there, you need to put castor oil on your face. Okay.    Just know that like castor oil, you need to look like a glazed donut when you go to bed and your skin is going to be, your skin will thank you. Just trust me.   Laura Dugger: (57:02 - 57:26) That's incredible. I was so grateful you shared. And Laura, I can see why clients are so drawn to work with you.    It is so delightful to have conversations with you. You are gifted in so many different arenas. And I think what really stands out is your generosity and just your willingness to share all of this with us.    So, thank you so much for being my delightful guest today.   Laura Jean Bell: (57:26 - 57:29) Oh, it's such a gift talking to you. Thank you for having me.   Laura Dugger: (57:30 - 1:01:12) One more thing before you go, have you heard the term gospel before? It simply means good news. And I want to share the best news with you, but it starts with the bad news.    Every single one of us were born sinners, but Christ desires to rescue us from our sin, which is something we cannot do for ourselves. This means there's absolutely no chance we can make it to heaven on our own. So, for you and for me, it means we deserve death and we can never pay back the sacrifice we owe to be saved.    We need a savior, but God loved us so much. He made a way for his only son to willingly die in our place as the perfect substitute. This gives us hope of life forever in right relationship with him.    That is good news. Jesus lived the perfect life. We could never live and died in our place for our sin.    This was God's plan to make a way to reconcile with us so that God can look at us and see Jesus. We can be covered and justified through the work Jesus finished. If we choose to receive what he has done for us, Romans 10:9 says, “that if you confess with your mouth, Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    So, you pray with me now. Heavenly father, thank you for sending Jesus to take our place. I pray someone today right now is touched and chooses to turn their life over to you.    Will you clearly guide them and help them take their next step in faith to declare you as Lord of their life? We trust you to work and change lives now for eternity. In Jesus name we pray.   Amen. If you prayed that prayer, you are declaring him for me. So, me for him, you get the opportunity to live your life for him.    And at this podcast, we're called The Savvy Sauce for a reason. We want to give you practical tools to implement the knowledge you have learned. So, you're ready to get started.    First, tell someone, say it out loud, get a Bible. The first day I made this decision, my parents took me to Barnes and Noble and let me choose my own Bible. I selected the Quest NIV Bible and I love it.    You can start by reading the book of John. Also get connected locally, which just means tell someone who's a part of a church in your community that you made a decision to follow Christ. I'm assuming they will be thrilled to talk with you about further steps such as going to church and getting connected to other believers to encourage you.    We want to celebrate with you too. So, feel free to leave a comment for us here. If you did make a decision to follow Christ, we also have show notes included where you can read scripture that describes this process.    And finally, be encouraged. Luke 15:10 says, “in the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” The heavens are praising with you for your decision today.    And if you've already received this good news, I pray you have someone to share it with. You are loved and I look forward to meeting you here next time.

Join us as we welcome Professor Manu Ampim from Contra Costa College back to our classroom! A leading researcher in African studies, Professor Ampim, will offer valuable insights that you won't want to miss. Before him, we'll hear from Garveyite Brother Senghor Baye, whose perspectives promise to enrich our discussion. We're also excited to have a holistic doctor and restaurateur, Dr. Baruch, kick off our session with innovative and healthy alternatives for your holiday cookout. Catch The Big Show starting at 6 AM ET, 5 AM CT, 3 AM PT, and 11 AM BST on WOLB 1010 AM and wolbbaltimore.com. You can also tune in on WOL 95.9 FM & 1450 AM, as well as at woldcnews.com. Want to be a part of the conversation? Call 800-450-7876 to participate. Plus, listen live on TuneIn Radio and Alexa, or in the DMV area on 104.1 HD2 FM, 93.9 HD2 FM, and 102.3 HD2 FM. This is your chance to engage in a thought-provoking dialogue that matters to our community. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! Tune in Monday morning to learn, discuss, and make your voice heard. All programs are available for free on your favorite podcast platform. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and witness your ideas come to life on the radio! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the secret to better digestion, deeper sleep, balanced hormones, and lasting longevity isn't in the latest supplements, but in ancient wisdom you can apply today? In this episode, I sit down with Ayurvedic wellness expert and Ayurgamaya founder, Salila Sukumaran, to uncover how simple morning rituals, seasonal lifestyle practices, and herbal remedies can transform your health. We explore how aligning with your circadian rhythm reduces inflammation and bloating, why your doshas influence metabolism and menopause symptoms, and how mindful eating supports synergy between body and mind. From tongue scraping to oil massage, from optimizing digestion to empowering women through holistic healthcare. Salila Sukumaran is an Ayurvedic wellness practitioner, yoga educator, and founder of Ayurgamaya, where she helps clients around the world restore balance through time-honored Ayurvedic principles.  What's Discussed: (00:00) Ancient wisdom that transforms health today (11:12) How modern life disrupts digestion and how to fix it (16:32) Discover your Ayurvedic body type and what it means (31:31) Simple lifestyle shifts that spark deep healing (37:46) Morning rituals that fuel your energy all day (43:02) Ayurvedic tools to navigate menopause with vitality (53:41) Herbal remedies for everyday health issues (01:01:47) Creating mind-body synergy through Ayurveda Thank You to Our Sponsors: Pulsetto: If you've been feeling anxious, burnt out, or disconnected from your body, Pulsetto is a gentle, wearable tool that supports your vagus nerve—the gateway to your rest-and-restore state. Try it for 10% off at pulsetto.sjv.io/MONA with code MONA. Rooted Academy: Join Rooted Academy by Mona Sharma, a science-backed, community-driven wellness platform designed to help you heal from within. Start your journey to balance, vitality, and lasting transformation. https://www.monasharma.com/rooted Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips.  Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Salila Sukumaran: Website: https://www.ayurgamaya.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salila.ayurveda/

After more than 50 episodes, it's time to step back and share the biggest health lessons Dr. Odell has covered so far. In this episode, he brings together some of the most powerful nutrition and lifestyle strategies—practical steps you can start using right away. He'll talk about why fiber is your gut's best friend, how antioxidants and potassium protect your cells and brain, and why omega-3 fatty acids are essential at every stage of life. You will also hear how probiotics, healthy habits, detox practices, breathing techniques, natural light, and vagus nerve stimulation can completely change the way you feel. Along the way, Dr. Odell will briefly remind us of the dangers of excess sugar, processed seed oils, and even synthetic folic acid—plus what you should focus on instead. Whether you are new to the podcast or have been listening from the start, this episode is packed with takeaways that can truly elevate your health.

What if your metabolism isn't something you “fix,” but something you free? In this episode, I sit down with Ben Azadi, author of Metabolic Freedom and host of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, to explore what's really driving fatigue, weight resistance, hormone chaos, and why so many people are stuck in cycles of doing more… but healing less. Ben shares how his first breakthrough had nothing to do with food. It started with a decision to take radical responsibility for his thoughts. From there, everything changed. We talk about the hidden signs of insulin resistance, what it really means to be metabolically “flexible,” and how your mitochondria, the tiny energy factories inside your cells, hold the key to long-term vitality. We also dive into the science of gratitude (what Ben calls Vitamin G), and how a single thought can signal your DNA to either protect or inflame. Ben Azadi is the founder of Keto Kamp and the bestselling author of Metabolic Freedom. Through science-backed education, emotional awareness, and a root-cause approach to healing he helps thousands reclaim their energy. What's Discussed: (00:00) Why ancient wisdom still holds the answers to modern health(05:46) The truth about fat loss: it's not about the scale(09:32) How your mitochondria shape your metabolism, mood, and energy(13:58) Everyday habits that damage (and heal) your cellular energy(22:06) Are you stuck in sugar-burning mode? Here's how to know(32:14) What metabolic flexibility actually looks like(36:14) Blood sugar, fasting insulin, and why your labs might be lying(44:51) Ketosis as a tool, not a lifestyle, and how to use it wisely(53:31) Can your thoughts really change your physiology? (yes)(58:56) Gratitude, presence, and the medicine that costs nothing Thank You to Our Sponsors: IM8:I'm always searching for wellness that's simple, effective, and rooted in science. That's why I love IM8, a daily drink with 92 nutrients designed to support energy, gut health, and longevity.Use code MONASHARMA10 for 10% off at im8health.com Pendulum: Nourish your gut, support your whole body—head to pendulumlife.com and use code MONA for 20% off your first membership order. iFit: Movement is medicine—iFIT makes it personal, science-backed, and ready for you anytime, anywhere. Explore more at iFIT.com. Stress Quiz: The way you react to stress isn't random—it's rooted in your biology and lived experience. Discover your unique stress type + get a personalized healing plan to help you feel more calm, clear, and resilient. Take the quiz now:monasharma.com/quiz Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips.  Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Ben Azadi: Website: www.benazadi.com  Instagram: @thebenazadi YouTube: Keto Kamp Book: https://ketokamp.clickfunnels.com/metabolic-freedom  TikTok: @thebenazadi

SUMMARY In this episode of "Vibe Science," hosts Ryan Alford and Chris Hansen welcome G. Rex, co-host of "Shit That Goes On In Our Heads." G. Rex shares her journey through depression, her suicide attempt, and how the 988 crisis hotline saved her life. The conversation explores breaking mental health stigma, the healing power of humor, and practical self-care strategies. G. Rex emphasizes setting boundaries, finding joy, and the importance of kindness—both online and offline. The episode offers honest insights and actionable advice, encouraging listeners to prioritize mental wellness and support one another with empathy and openness. TAKEAWAYS Personal experiences with mental health struggles and suicide attempts The role of crisis hotlines in providing support during mental health crises Stigma and shame associated with mental health issues The importance of open dialogue and vulnerability in mental health conversations Self-care practices and setting boundaries for mental well-being Finding joy and humor as coping mechanisms in difficult times The impact of social media on mental health and the responsibility of content creators Practical self-care strategies, including gardening, journaling, and light exercise The healing power of nature and the importance of outdoor activities Encouragement to spread positivity and kindness in online interactions This episode is sponsored by: Warrior Salt Electrolyte Powder – Hydrate & Reenergize Naturally Experience Warrior Salt's all-natural electrolyte powder for optimal hydration and performance. Boost energy, prevent cramps, and stay hydrated. Order Now!    

Your gut is more than just a digestive system — it's your second brain

Your gut is more than just a digestive system — it's your second brain

What if the most overlooked pillar of your health isn't food, sleep, or exercise, but your relationships? In this episode, I sit down with Shawn Stevenson, bestselling author and host of The Model Health Show, to explore how connection shapes everything from your stress response to your metabolism, gut health, and even gene expression. Shawn shares his journey of healing from a spinal diagnosis at 20, and how building a culture of connection, through food, family, and presence, transformed not only his body, but his entire life. We talk about why eating together is a healing ritual, how loneliness affects your biology, and why being seen and supported is essential for long-term wellbeing. Shawn Stevenson is a nutritionist, researcher, and the creator of The Model Health Show. Shawn is the author of the international bestsellers Sleep Smarter and Eat Smarter, which have been published in over 20 countries. His work bridges the gap between evidence-based health strategies and real-world application, with a focus on metabolic health, sleep science, and the impact of social and environmental factors on long-term wellbeing. What's Discussed: (00:00) Rooted in Wellness: Opening the conversation on healing through connection (04:45) From processed foods to healing: Shawn's turning point and early health awakening (14:49) How community and relationships reshape your biology (29:03) Creative family rituals that build lasting bonds (38:28) Cooking as connection: empowering wellness through shared meals (47:18) Belief and biology: how mindset influences gene expression (54:04) What your biological age reveals, and why self-quantification isn't everything (01:30:53) Your relationships are the most powerful wellness tool you have Thank You to Our Sponsors: Pulsetto: If you've been feeling anxious, burnt out, or disconnected from your body, Pulsetto is a gentle, wearable tool that supports your vagus nerve, the gateway to your rest-and-restore state. Try it for 10% off at pulsetto.sjv.io/MONA with code MONA. Rooted Academy: Join Rooted Academy by Mona Sharma, a science-backed, community-driven wellness platform designed to help you heal from within. https://www.monasharma.com/rooted 12 Tips: 12 tips: Small shifts, big energy, feel clearer, brighter, and more like you. Download my 12 wellness tips with Dr. Mark Hyman: monasharma.com/12tips Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips.  Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Shawn Stevenson:  Website: https://themodelhealthshow.com  Instagram: https://instagram.com/shawnmodel Podcast: https://themodelhealthshow.com/podcasts  Books: Eat Smarter, Sleep Smarter

Andrew Humberman BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Andrew Huberman has remained at the forefront of neuroscience in the public eye this week, consistently capturing attention with both substance and style. Just days ago on August 7th, his top-rated Huberman Lab podcast released a highly anticipated episode featuring Dr. Craig Heller, the Stanford biologist renowned for his research on targeted cooling and athletic performance. The episode Essentials Increase Strength and Endurance with Cooling Protocols quickly amassed downloads and social chatter as it broke down cutting-edge protocols for core body temperature regulation, solidifying Huberman's role as the go-to for science-backed wellness, as reported by the official Huberman Lab podcast platform. In an unexpected crossover, Huberman's video segment How to Focus to Change Your Brain reemerged through educational channels, surfacing in advocacy webinars and training programs in early August, reflecting his growing footprint beyond just listeners and into health advocacy and mentoring spaces, according to MENTOR's Advocacy August Kickoff Webinar. Further fueling discourse, Huberman's all-business approach to self-improvement and neuroplasticity got a viral nudge on August 8th with the YouTube release of Why Comfort is Stunting Your Growth, which garnered over a million views in the first day, sparking threads across X, Instagram, and wellness subreddits about the merits of discomfort for mental growth. Meanwhile, social media continues to break down Huberman's tips, with an Instagram post dated August 5th from neurosciencenew highlighting fresh research on how the brain registers rewards, with several comments riffing on Andrew's past deep-dives and tagging the Lab podcast.Business news is percolating beneath the surface. Rumors that the Huberman Lab team is in talks with major streaming and education platforms about expanded content syndication have circulated but remain unconfirmed by any official outlet, leaving insiders and fans monitoring his channels for any sign of an announcement. In the academic world, Wilmington University News spotlighted Huberman's latest commentary on strategies to quit tobacco, further cementing his dual identity as both mainstream motivator and tenured professor. On the public appearance circuit, online audiences were treated to a keynote-style panel at GBCC2025, where Huberman reportedly addressed the psychology of deep, lasting relationships, a clip now trending among education influencers and relationship counselors. In summary, Andrew Huberman's past few days have demonstrated both sustained influence and dynamic evolution—simultaneously advancing physiological science, shaping public discourse, and fanning speculation about his next strategic moves.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Health and Fitness with ErinEver feel like you start strong on your goals… but lose momentum in the messy middle?​On this episode of Energy Shift, certified master health coach Erin MacDonald teams up with Miranda Headley — coach, single mom of four, and co‑leader of MomNation's Divorce Community — for a powerful conversation about self‑trust, awareness, and building routines that last.​​Together, Erin and Miranda share real stories and strategies around:✨ Why awareness (not perfection) is the first step to lasting change✨ How to spot when “I'm too busy” is really an excuse✨ The power of creating 3 non‑negotiables to anchor your day✨ How childhood patterns show up in health, money & relationships✨ Why self‑trust matters more than any program or challenge✨ Simple tools like journaling, emotions logs & mindful groups✨ Creating your own 30‑day challenge to rewire your habits​​This episode is honest, encouraging, and packed with insights for anyone who's tired of starting over — and ready to trust themselves again.​​​

What if eating at the wrong time is silently sabotaging your energy, hormones, and mood? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Rupy Aujla, medical doctor and founder of The Doctor's Kitchen, to explore how syncing your meals, movement, and light exposure with your circadian rhythm can recalibrate your entire system. Dr. Rupy and I explain how inflammation disrupts your brain and metabolism, why late-night eating throws your hormones off track, and how simple daily rituals can reignite your energy and clarity. We also unpack the science of timing, why joy matters in your healing journey, and how sustainable habits can reconnect you to your body's natural rhythm. This conversation is a refreshing blend of science and soul, practical, grounded, and full of tools to help you feel vibrant again, without the overwhelm. Dr. Rupy Aujla is a medical doctor, best-selling author, and founder of The Doctor's Kitchen, who discovered the power of food as medicine after facing his own health scare in his early twenties. His journey led him to bridge the gap between nutrition and conventional medicine, showing that lifestyle isn't just supportive, it's foundational. We Also Discuss: (00:00) What Ancient Wisdom Can Teach Us About Healing Today (09:40) Dr. Rupy's Turning Point: From Exhaustion to Empowerment (19:20) Your Body's Hidden Clock: Why Timing Is Everything (29:00) Eat, Move, Rest: Syncing with Your Natural Rhythms (38:40) Food That Loves You Back: A Joyful Approach to Eating (48:20) Tiny Shifts, Big Results: The Power of Daily Rituals (58:00) Inflammation, Mood, and Energy: How It's All Connected (01:07:40) Reclaiming Balance: Tools to Feel Like Yourself Again Thank You to Our Sponsors: Pendulum: Nourish your gut, support your whole body, head to pendulumlife.com and use code MONA for 20% off your first membership order. 12 tips: Small shifts, big energy—feel clearer, brighter, and more like you. Download my 12 wellness tips with Dr. Mark Hyman: monasharma.com/12tips Stress Quiz: The way you react to stress isn't random—it's rooted in your biology and lived experience. Discover your unique stress type + get a personalized healing plan to help you feel more calm, clear, and resilient. Take the quiz now:monasharma.com/quiz Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips.  Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about  Dr. Rupy Aujla:  Website: https://www.thedoctorskitchen.com/  Instagram: @doctors_kitchen 

Send us a text7 Wellness Tips You Can Do in 5 Minutes or LessHi friends! I'm back with a solo episode inspired by a 30-day challenge I'm doing on TikTok. Each day, I'm picking one wellness tip from the podcast—either something I've shared or learned—and actually doing it in my own routine.These tips are quick, doable, and perfect if you want to follow along. A few of them have become daily habits for me!Below you will find the 7 tips along with the podcast episode that inspired it if you want to listen! And also find the two products that have helped my digestion below.If you enjoy this episode, send it to a friend who could use some wellness inspiration, and make sure to subscribe on Apple so you don't miss what's next. Thank you for your support!Listen to the full episode for each tip below! Tip 1- Legs up the wall: Episode 45 Listen Here Tip 2-High Protein Breakfast: Episode 124 Listen Here Tip 3-Morning Sunlight: Episode 32 Listen Here Tip 4- Walking: Episode 3 Listen Here Tip 5- Screens Before Bed and outside light exposure: Episode 99 Listen Here Tip 6- Warm Water in the AM: Episode 2 Listen Here Tip 7-Digestive Bitters, Enzymes for Digestion: Episode 25 Listen Here Bitters I use: My Favorite Enzymes: Shop HereMy favorite bitters: Shop Amazon Find Jess below!Website: Simply Jess Skincare SIMPLY JESS SKINCARE:Each and every product is naturally derived, highly concentrated and most importantly, super performing! Every product was born out of a need to have a truly pure product that met my high standards for efficacy. Subscribe to Our Newsletter! You can take 20% off Your Order of our all natural skincare line with code: PODCAST Shop Now! Favorite Supplements for Health and Fat loss: Click HERE My favorites are the Power Greens, Digestive Enzymes and Brain Power Mushroom Coffee-15% off with Code: SIMPLYJESSSKINCARE15 Click HereEmail Us! jess@learningtoglow.comFollow us! Instagram Tik Tok

What if the root of your symptoms isn't in your head or your hormones, but in your gut? In this episode, I sit down with Kiran Krishnan, microbiologist and founder of Microbiome Labs, to explore why the gut is so much more than a digestive system. It's the control center for your mood, your energy, your hormones, and your healing. Kiran breaks down how the gut and brain communicate, why stress disrupts your entire microbiome, and what most people get wrong about probiotics. We also explore the surprising role of fiber in longevity, how early morning light sets your gut rhythm, and why sometimes the simplest habits are the most powerful medicine. This conversation is a grounded, science-backed invitation to stop fighting your body, and start supporting it. Because when you understand your gut, you understand yourself. Kiran Krishnan is a research microbiologist and co-founder of Microbiome Labs. He has spent his career studying the gut-brain axis and helping people shift from symptom management to root-cause healing. Through his work, Kiran empowers people to trust their body's intelligence and embrace daily rituals that create lasting balance. We Also Discuss: 2:10 – What your gut is really doing when you're stressed, tired, or overwhelmed 13:25 – The gut-brain connection explained simply: how your body "talks" to itself 26:40 – Why fiber is more powerful than any supplement (and how to get enough) 39:50 – Daily habits that regulate your nervous system and support gut repair 53:05 – The truth about probiotics: what works, what doesn't, and why 1:05:15 – Hormones, inflammation, and gut health: how it's all connected 1:17:30 – Breath, sound, and light: ancient tools that reset your microbiome 1:30:45 – What the future holds for personalized gut healing (and where to begin) Thank You to Our Sponsors: IM8: I'm always searching for wellness that's simple, effective, and rooted in science. That's why I love IM8, a daily drink with 92 nutrients designed to support energy, gut health, and longevity.Use code MONASHARMA10 for 10% off at im8health.com. Ifit: Movement is medicine. iFIT makes it personal, science-backed, and ready for you anytime, anywhere. Explore more at iFIT.com. Rooted Academy: Join Rooted Academy by Mona Sharma, a science-backed, community-driven wellness platform designed to help you heal from within. Start your journey to balance, vitality, and lasting transformation. https://www.monasharma.com/rooted Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips.  Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Kiran Krishnan: Website: https://rebelhealth.co/byrg-mod1-offer-48hr/ Website: microbiomelabs.com ​​Instagram: @kiranbiome

What if the key to healing isn't adding more, but coming back to yourself? In today's episode, we slow down to reconnect with the body, the breath, and the quiet wisdom within you. I'll share a powerful practice to release stuck emotions (yes, even if journaling isn't your thing) and guide you into a gentle remembrance of your inner child, the version of you who knew how to move freely, feel deeply, and live with wonder. You'll also learn why so many of us struggle to stay consistent, and how the shift from discipline to identity can make all the difference. Together, we'll explore how rituals, community, and presence can help you stop striving and start embodying the version of you that already knows how to heal. This is your invitation to reset. To release. To remember who you are. So ask yourself: What are you holding onto that it's time to let go of? I Also Discuss: 00:00 – Welcome: Reconnect with Your Body's Wisdom 03:30 – Feeling Stuck? Why Less Might Be More 07:15 – The Scribble Practice: Releasing with Movement 11:00 – Visualizing Your Inner Child 15:00 – Reclaiming Joy and Identity Through Emotion 18:30 – Motivation vs. Embodiment in Healing 23:00 – What's Driving Your Health Choices? 27:30 – Embody What Inspires You Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma.

What if the way back to health isn't about doing more, but about listening more deeply? In this episode, I sit down with Seamus Mullen, award-winning chef, health coach, and chronic illness thriver, to explore how true healing begins when we shift from control to connection. Seamus shares how his journey through autoimmune illness led him to reimagine food as nourishment, not restriction. We dive into the emotional and physical reset of fasting, how detoxing from modern toxins changed his vitality, and the unexpected healing that came from reconnecting with animals and energy. This conversation unpacks what most wellness plans overlook: the impact of environmental toxins, the spiritual dimension of healing, and the quiet power of choosing rest over hustle. Seamus reminds us that healing isn't a destination, it's a remembering. Seamus Mullen is an award-winning chef, health coach, and author who transformed his life after a near-death experience with chronic autoimmune disease. Through his personal story, Seamus reminds us that healing is possible, even when it feels out of reach—and that sometimes, the most powerful medicine is believing in your ability to begin again. We Also Discuss: (00:02) From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Our Healing Stories (08:44) Autoimmunity Isn't a Life Sentence—Here's Where to Start (14:56) Terrain Theory: Why Your Inner Ecosystem Matters (19:26) Lifestyle as Medicine: The Daily Shifts That Heal (28:26) Fasting for Clarity, Energy & Cellular Repair (48:22) Animal Wisdom & the Power of Energetic Connection (56:18) Co-Regulation: Why Healing Doesn't Happen Alone (01:15:01) Becoming the Healer of Your Own Life Thank You to Our Sponsors: Pendulum: Nourish your gut, support your whole body, head to pendulumlife.com and use code MONA for 20% off your first membership order. iFit: Movement is medicine, iFIT makes it personal, science-backed, and ready for you anytime, anywhere. Explore more at iFIT.com. 12 tips: Small shifts, big energy, feel clearer, brighter, and more like you. Download my 12 wellness tips with Dr. Mark Hyman: monasharma.com/12tips Stress Quiz: The way you react to stress isn't random—it's rooted in your biology and lived experience. Discover your unique stress type + get a personalized healing plan to help you feel more calm, clear, and resilient. Take the quiz now:monasharma.com/quiz Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Seamus Mullen Website: seamusmullen.com Instagram: @seamusmullen

Tune into the newest episode of our Energy Works Podcast, where science meets spirit to help you heal, energize, and thrive. In this solo episode, Blaine takes us on a thoughtful journey into the heart of self-care—guided by the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and The Five Element Theory. As we grow older, our life force energy, or Qi, naturally declines. But with intentional, aligned practices, we can replenish and restore our inner reserves.Blaine unpacks the deeper meaning of self-care, challenging modern misconceptions and revealing its empowering roots in activism and holistic well-being. She outlines seven key areas of self-care, each designed to support both your present energy and your future goals:1. Movement2. Nutrition3. Health & Wellness4. Social Connection5. Creativity & Growth6. Comfort & Relaxation7. Ease of LivingWith practical examples and real-life applications, this episode offers a roadmap for building sustainable energy and balance in your everyday life. Whether you're new to self-care or ready to go deeper, you'll walk away with tools to support your mind, body, and spirit.Tune in and discover how to make self-care a transformative, energizing part of your life!Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Self-Care00:32 Understanding the Water Element01:32 The Importance of Acting Now03:53 Historical Context of Self-Care07:47 Defining Self-Care for Yourself09:48 Seven Categories of Self-Care13:47 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsEpisode Resources:Sign up for FREE weekly Newsletter: https://www.energymedicineyoga.net/Listen on Spotify: Energy WorksListen on Apple Podcasts: Energy WorksFollow us on Instagram: @EnergyMedicineYogaFollow us on Facebook: @EnergyMedicineYoga#EnergyMedicineYoga #EnergyWorksPodcast #EdenEnergyMedicine #WellnessTips #EnergeticAlignment #energywork #SelfCare #TraditionalChineseMedicine #Qi #HolisticHealth #WellnessPodcast #EnergyHealing #SelfCareMatters #HealthyHabits #SelfLove

What if the key to healing isn't more effort—but a shift in your frequency? In this episode, I invite you to explore a different kind of wellness—one rooted in emotion, energy, and intention. You'll uncover why the way you feel each morning shapes every health decision you make, and how aligning with your core values becomes your blueprint for true healing. I dive into the science of vibration, how unprocessed emotions can block detox pathways, and why clearing must come before nourishing. I also share simple, grounded practices to reconnect with your body's wisdom and begin healing from the inside out. If you've been trying all the right things but still feel off, this episode is a permission slip to pause, go inward, and reset your inner state. Because real healing begins not with doing more—but with feeling more aligned, clear, and calm in your own body. I Also Discuss: 00:00 – Vibration, emotions & why how you feel in the morning matters 03:00 – Core values exercise: how your frequency reveals your healing blueprint 10:00 – The science of vibrational frequencies & how they shape our choices 15:00 – Using your core emotion as a daily compass for healing 20:00 – Why detox must come before nourishment (and how to begin gently) Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma.

What if your brain fog, cramps, or sleep issues aren't random—but your cells calling out for minerals? In this episode, I sit down with Caroline Alan, co-founder of BEAM Minerals, to explore why mineral depletion is one of the most overlooked causes of fatigue, brain fog, hormonal imbalance, and more. We dive into how humic and fulvic minerals support cellular energy, detox, and hydration—and why our modern world quietly strips them away. We also discuss how a few drops of plant-based minerals helped her recover from years of chronic symptoms, burnout, and gut issues—and together, we unpack how to gently restore your body's ecosystem using nature's original medicine. Caroline Alan is the co-founder of BEAM Minerals and a passionate advocate for cellular health through plant-based mineral replenishment. Caroline blends personal experience with deep research to empower people to reconnect with nature and nourish their bodies at the root level. Thank You to Our Sponsors: Cymbiotika: Bo to https://partners.cymbiotika.com/MONASHARMA for 20% off your first order Pendulum: Go to https://pendulumlife.com/ and use code MONA for 20% off all Pendulum membership first orders IFit: iFIT delivers interactive, science-backed workouts from world-class trainers for use at home, in the gym, or on the go. Whether you're doing cardio, lifting weights, or Pilates, every workout adapts to your needs and goals. It's fitness, informed by science and made personal. Learn more at https://www.ifit.com/. 12 tips: Small shifts, big energy—feel clearer, brighter, and more like you. Download my 12 wellness tips with Dr. Mark Hyman: monasharma.com/12tips Stress Quiz: The way you react to stress isn't random—it's rooted in your biology and lived experience. Discover your unique stress type + get a personalized healing plan to help you feel more calm, clear, and resilient. Take the quiz now: monasharma.com/quiz Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Caroline Alan: Website: https://beamminerals.com Instagram: @carolinealan.official Instagram: @beamminerals

Your home is more than just a place to live—it's an ecosystem that directly impacts your health, energy, and overall well-being. In this solo episode, Jaclyn shares 12 practical and impactful ways to make your home healthier, from purifying your air and water to eliminating toxins in everyday household products. She dives into why a healthy home supports long-term health, reduces stress on the nervous system, and creates a space that feels both relaxing and inviting. Whether you're looking for simple swaps or bigger investments to upgrade your living space, this episode is packed with tips to help you create a home that truly supports your body, mind, and soul.Invest in an air purifier:JASPR Code: BECKON for $200 off.Swap out your cleaning products for non-toxic ones:Branch Basics Code: BECKON for 15% off.Invest in remineralized drinking water:Frizzlife 500 GPD Tankless Reverse Osmosis Water System With Alkaline & Remineralization, PX500-A Code: Under $1498 retail is Jaclyn-10 / Over $1498 retail Jaclyn-20Invest in filtered bathing water:JOLIE, Canopy Code: JACLYNSTEELE for 10% off.Swap out your sheets for natural fibers:QuinceInvest in EMF protection:Somavedic Code: BECKON for 15% off.Conscious Copper Code: BECKON10 for 10% off.Diatomaceous earth to keep your home pest-freeYou can purchase it on Amazon here.Ditch synthetic fragrances - including synthetic candles:You can click here for $10 off your purchaseBe aware of blue light and limit exposure:Ocushield: You can purchase them on AmazonSupport the showDOWNLOAD THE FREQ APP:www.thefreqapp.com VISIT THE SHOP:www.thebeckonsouk.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @beckonliving, @jaclynsteele, @samthurmond_reiTikTok: @beckonliving JOIN THE HIGH FREQUENCY SOCIETY:Text us at 480-531-6858 and type the word FREQUENCY to receive periodic uplifting, high frequency text messages from Sam and Jaclyn. You can also join by following this link. NEWSLETTER:Sign up! WEBSITE:www.beckonliving.com

What if the first step in healing isn't a new supplement or test—but learning how to feel safe in your own body? In this episode, I'm guiding you through the foundational (yet often overlooked) first step in any healing journey: regulating your nervous system. We explore why your body can't heal when it's stuck in fight-or-flight, how to recognize the subtle signs of chronic stress, and the ancient rituals that help us come back home to ourselves—starting with the breath. I also share the deeply personal story of how my own health unraveled in my 20s—despite doing “everything right”—and how it took walking away from the noise of modern wellness to remember what healing truly feels like. This episode is an invitation to soften. To get curious. To stop chasing protocols and start listening to your inner wisdom. We'll walk through breathwork, circadian rhythms, and the power of building your own sanctuary for rest—because you deserve to feel good again. If your symptoms feel confusing, your stress feels constant, or you just need a moment of grounding... this is for you. We Also Discuss: (00:00) Welcome to Rooted Reboot: Your Safe Space to Begin Again (05:16) The Wake-Up Call: How My Heart Led Me Back to Ancient Wisdom (18:18) Your Breath Is Your Superpower: 4-7-8 for Calm & Clarity (27:04) The Wellness Trap: Why Information Overload Keeps Us Sick (38:14) Shift Your State, Change Your Life (44:28) Syncing with the Sun: Healing Through Rhythm (53:05) Build Your Own Ashram: Sanctuary Starts at Home (01:13:58) Visualize, Feel, Heal: A Journey Back to You Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Thank you for Our Sponsors: 12 tips: Small shifts, big energy—feel clearer, brighter, and more like you. Download my 12 wellness tips with Dr. Mark Hyman: monasharma.com/12tips Stress Quiz: The way you react to stress isn't random—it's rooted in your biology and lived experience. Discover your unique stress type + get a personalized healing plan to help you feel more calm, clear, and resilient. Take the quiz now:monasharma.com/quiz

What if your anxiety isn't just emotional—but something deeper starting in your gut? In this episode of Rooted in Wellness, I sit down with Dr. Uma Naidoo, Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist and bestselling author of Calm Your Mind with Food, to explore the powerful link between what we eat and how we feel. We unpack how artificial sweeteners, processed foods, and even “healthy” snacks can silently disrupt your gut-brain connection—impacting mood, focus, and emotional resilience. Uma shares her own healing journey through cancer, and how simple, grounding meals became her medicine. You'll learn why your microbiome matters, how to spot food-mood triggers, and which everyday habits can help soothe anxiety from the inside out. Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, and bestselling author of Calm Your Mind with Food. She's also the founder of the first U.S. hospital-based nutritional psychiatry clinic at Mass General. We Also Discuss: 00:53 – What's really happening to our gut and skin with artificial sweeteners? 02:49 – The myth of the “perfect” diet—and why ancient wisdom still works 09:43 – Uma's cancer diagnosis and how food became her medicine 14:50 – Why your mood swings might start in your microbiome 21:46 – The missing link in most mental health prescriptions 28:14 – Processed foods, pandemic habits, and how they rewired our brains 37:14 – The hidden anxiety triggers lurking in everyday ingredients 48:38 – Uma's SOAR method: a gentle reset for clarity, calm, and energy Thank You to Our Sponsors: IM8:I'm always searching for wellness that's simple, effective, and rooted in science. That's why I love IM8, a daily drink with 92 nutrients designed to support energy, gut health, and longevity.Use code MONASHARMA10 for 10% off at im8health.com. Pendulum: Nourish your gut, support your whole body—head to pendulumlife.com and use code MONA for 20% off your first membership order. Cymbiotika: I Cymbiotika daily—and only recommend what I actually love. Get 20% off at Cymbiotika.com/MONASHARMA — code MONASHARMA. Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Dr. Uma Naidoo Website: https://umanaidoomd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drumanaidoo Book: https://umanaidoomd.com/pages/calm-your-mind-with-food

From endless before-and-afters to weight loss shots flooding your feed — it's easy to start comparing and chasing someone else's highlight reel. But what toll is it taking on your mental health? Let's talk about the pressure, the filters, the "inspo" that starts to feel like a trap.Because what you see isn't the full story — and it was never meant to be. Listen for laughs, helpful tips, and how to change your mindset when it comes to social media comparison. 

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16161&preview=true) You need a job and you need it now. So you spend hours staring at a computer screen, stressing over the perfect resume and cover letter, and hitting “quick apply.” But Find Your Dream Job guest Shannon Aniciete says you're doing yourself and your health a disservice by approaching it this way. Shannon has five tips for managing your wellness while looking for your next position, including organization to relieve stress, celebrating your successes, connecting with others, and doing things that bring you joy.  About Our Guest: Shannon Aniciete is the director of business career services for the School of Business at Portland State University. Her team helps students achieve meaningful career outcomes. Resources in This Episode: Thinking of going back to college? Find out if the School of Business at Portland State University is a good fit for you.  Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn. Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/dreamjob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if your brain fog isn't just stress—or your anxiety isn't just “in your head”? What if it's inflammation quietly hijacking your mind and body? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Austin Perlmutter to uncover the hidden epidemic of neuroinflammation and how modern life is silently reshaping our brain health. We explore why so many of us feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or “off,” and how tuning back into nature, rhythm, and inner wisdom can be a radical form of healing. You'll learn how to spot early signs of inflammation, how everyday toxins and tech impact your brain, and what it really means to feel rooted and well. Dr. Austin Perlmutter is a board-certified internal medicine doctor and bestselling author who blends neuroscience with holistic living to help people reconnect—with their health, their purpose, and their peace. We Also Discuss: 03:09 – Why true healing begins with reconnection 08:15 – The surprising signs you've “drifted” from yourself 18:11 – Brain fog, anxiety, and the overlooked root: inflammation 28:42 – The prescription that's missing from your doctor's office 44:18 – Everyday habits that silently inflame your brain 50:14 – What are you really digesting? The sensory detox we all need 01:07:18 – High-vibration food and the joy of eating with awareness Thank You to Our Sponsors: Pendulum: Nourish your gut, support your whole body—head to pendulumlife.com and use code MONA for 20% off your first membership order. iFit: Movement is medicine—iFIT makes it personal, science-backed, and ready for you anytime, anywhere. Explore more at iFIT.com. 12 tips: Small shifts, big energy—feel clearer, brighter, and more like you. Download my 12 wellness tips with Dr. Mark Hyman: monasharma.com/12tips Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips.Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation.Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Dr. Austin Perlmutter: Website: https://www.austinperlmutter.com  Instagram: @draustinperlmutter Instagram: @breathelichen 

What if the reason you're feeling foggy, inflamed, or hormonally off is sitting right in your liver? In today's episode, I sit down with liver health expert Siggi Clavien to explore why this master organ holds the key to so much more than detoxification. We talk about why liver disease is skyrocketing (even in people who don't drink), how toxins, stress, and even unprocessed emotions impact liver function, and why caring for your liver is foundational for hormone health, gut health, metabolism, and longevity. You'll learn the subtle signs your liver might need support, what tests actually give you the full picture, and simple ways to love your liver every day. Siggi Clavien is the founder of Love Your Liver and an expert in root-cause liver healing. He blends Eastern medicine, functional nutrition, and cutting-edge diagnostics to help people restore optimal health from the inside out. I Also Discuss: 14:12 – The hormone imbalance nobody's connecting to your liver 24:29 – Why liver disease is exploding in “healthy” people 31:52 – The liver test your doctor probably isn't telling you about 40:29 – Brain fog, sleep issues, weight gain? It could be your liver 43:52 – How a sluggish liver stalls hormone detox 54:30 – Can stress and trauma really damage your liver? 1:26:51 – Why most mold detoxes fail (and what actually works) Thank You to Our Sponsors: Rooted Academy: Join Rooted Academy by Mona Sharma, a science-backed, community-driven wellness platform designed to help you heal from within. Start your journey to balance, vitality, and lasting transformation. https://www.monasharma.com/rooted Stress Quiz: Answer a few simple questions—honestly!- Discover your unique Stress Personality.- Get a customized healing guide with practical tools to support your well-being.- Ready to find your path to stress relief? Take the quiz now at https://www.monasharma.com/quiz Pendulum: Go to pendulumlife.com and use code MONA for 20% off all Pendulum membership first orders. IM8: I'm always searching for wellness that's simple, effective, and rooted in science. That's why I love IM8, a daily drink with 92 nutrients designed to support energy, gut health, and longevity.​ Use code MONASHARMA10 for 10% off at im8health.com. Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Siggi Clavien Website: https://loveyourliver.com/ Website: https://theliverclinic.com/ Website: equilibriumlabs.com Instagram: @siggiclavien Instagram: @deliverance.elixir Instagram: @the.liver.clinic  

Ready to glow from the inside out this summer? In this episode of The Blonde Café Podcast, host Brooke Villanueva shares her top 3 no-bs tips for a Healthy Girl Summer 2025 - and no, it's not about cutting carbs or chasing a number on the scale.We're talking real wellness that actually feels good:✨ Habits that support your body (and your vibe)

Today's solo episode is about something we're all experiencing, whether we realize it or not: stress. But not just stress in the casual sense, the deep, physiological stress that imprints on your body, your mind, and your long-term health. I used to say that stress and anxiety were my blueprint. But no more. And I want you to walk away from this episode not only understanding what stress is doing to you, but feeling empowered to shift its impact, starting today. And if you've ever found yourself wondering: “Why does this stress seem to hit me harder than it should?”, then this episode is for you! I Also Discuss: (00:03) What Stress Is Really Doing to Your Body (05:25) Is Your Stress Response More Sensitive Than You Think? (08:37) The 6 Types of Stress That Impact Women Most (12:08) How Chronic Stress Disrupts Hormones, Digestion, and Sleep (18:15) Daily Rituals to Calm Your Nervous System and Build Resilience Thank You to Our Sponsors: Stress Quiz: Take our quick quiz to uncover your Stress Personality Type and receive a personalized healing toolkit designed to help you regain balance and thrive.

The one and only—world-renowned health educator Barbara O'Neill—returns to the Know Better | Do Better Podcast for another truth-packed conversation. We're diving deep into your most pressing health questions as Barbara brings her powerful blend of wisdom, experience, and no-nonsense natural health insight to the mic. From hormonal imbalance and early puberty to SIBO, UTIs, and high blood pressure, and more! Barbara challenges mainstream thinking and shares holistic solutions rooted in nature, not pharmaceuticals.  This episode will challenge what you thought you knew—and inspire you to reclaim your health with courage, clarity, and confidence.

What if your fatigue, inflammation, or brain fog isn't a sign your body is broken—but a signal you've been disconnected from nature for too long? In this episode, Dr. Zach Bush joins me to explore how our health crisis begins with the soil beneath our feet. We break down the damage glyphosate does to your gut and brain, how antibiotics and monoculture farming disrupt healing, and why chasing supplements and protocols often leads us further from true wellness. Zach shares how to rebuild your inner ecosystem, reconnect with nature, and return to the breath, food, and soil that sustain life. We also explore regenerative farming, light as medicine, and how healing begins with remembering who you are. Dr. Zach Bush is a triple board-certified physician, founder of Farmer's Footprint and ION*, and one of the world's leading voices on regenerative health, environmental impact, and the future of medicine. We Also Discuss: 03:09 – How chemical farming broke our connection to real food 07:47 – What glyphosate is really doing to your metabolism and brain 14:50 – Why “organic” isn't enough anymore—and what to look for instead 20:36 – The surprising reason kids hate vegetables (and how to fix it) 33:09 – Your gut microbiome is your true immune system—here's why 37:31 – What Zach Bush's team saw under the microscope that changed everything 44:46 – Healing doesn't start with a supplement—it starts with self-forgiveness 58:28 – Nature is the original medicine: how to let it witness and heal you Thank You to Our Sponsors: Rooted Academy: Join Rooted Academy, a science-backed, community-driven wellness platform designed to help you heal from within. Start your journey to balance, vitality, and lasting transformation. https://www.monasharma.com/rooted Cymbiotika: Boost your energy, reduce inflammation, and support healthy aging with my go-to Cymbiotika picks. I use them daily—and only recommend what I actually love. Get 20% off at Cymbiotika.com/MONASHARMA — code MONASHARMA. Quiz: Discover your unique Stress Personality.Get a customized healing guide with practical tools to support your well-being. Ready to find your path to stress relief? Take the quiz now at https://www.monasharma.com/quiz Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Zack Bush: Website: https://zachbushmd.com/ Website: https://intelligenceofnature.com/    Website: https://farmersfootprint.us/  Instagram: @zachbushmd

What if the anxiety, fatigue, and reactivity you're feeling… isn't in your head, but wired into your biology? In this groundbreaking episode, I sit down with Dave Asprey—biohacking pioneer, four-time New York Times bestselling author, and founder of Bulletproof Coffee—to explore how your mitochondria, brainwaves, and unprocessed emotions shape everything from your stress response to your intuition and longevity. We dive into why healing goes far beyond diet and exercise, how unresolved triggers silently drain your energy, and why most people stay stuck in survival mode without knowing it. Dave shares science-backed ways to rewire your nervous system, build emotional resilience, and shift into the elevated states that create true vitality and peace. If you're doing all the things but still feel stuck or burned out, this conversation will change how you see healing. Dave Asprey is the founder of Bulletproof Coffee and Upgrade Labs, a pioneer in the biohacking movement, and author of Heavily Meditated: Your Roadmap to Untangling Anxiety, Moving Through Depression, and Reclaiming Your Life. We Also Discuss: 03:12 — why most healing practices don't work (and what does) 07:15 — how Dave's spiritual path shaped biohacking 12:55 — the surprising truth about meditation and nervous system healing 22:55 — why most people never truly forgive (and how to do it) 36:15 — altered states that rewire your brain faster than traditional methods 50:23 — are psychedelics necessary for transformation? what the science says 59:34 — how mitochondria drive your energy, emotions, and intuition 01:05:41 — sound healing, brainwaves, and creating lasting change Thank You to Our Sponsors: IM8: I'm always searching for wellness that's simple, effective, and rooted in science. That's why I love IM8, a daily drink with 92 nutrients designed to support energy, gut health, and longevity.Use code MONASHARMA10 for 10% off at im8health.com. Cymbiotika: Boost your energy, reduce inflammation, and support healthy aging with my go-to Cymbiotika picks. I use them daily, and only recommend what I actually love. Get 20% off at Cymbiotika.com/MONASHARMA — code MONASHARMA. Pendulum: Go to pendulumlife.com and use code MONA for 20% off all Pendulum membership first orders. Stress Quiz: Answer a few simple questions—honestly! Discover your unique Stress Personality. Get a customized healing guide with practical tools to support your well-being.- Ready to find your path to stress relief? Take the quiz now at https://www.monasharma.com/quiz Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips. Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Dave Asprey Website: daveasprey.com Instagram: @dave.asp Book: Heavily Meditated

If you've been nodding along with the wellness movement but still aren't sure how to take your first real step—this episode is your warm welcome in.   People everywhere are waking up to a simple truth: real health doesn't come from pills, shakes, or short-term programs. Most of us have tried them—spent the money, followed the plans—only to end up frustrated or right back where we started. The missing piece? A strong foundation. And the good news is, it's not complicated—just a few practical, common-sense shifts can spark real, lasting change.   Join Jamie Belz, host of the Nutritional Therapy & Wellness Podcast, and Mike Belz, CEO of the Nutritional Therapy Association (NTA), as they break down the Foundations of Wellness into common-sense, doable action steps for anyone just beginning their health journey.   This episode is packed with real talk, science-backed wisdom, and practical tips to help you pick your own adventure in a doable way. No more "all or nothing" attempts. Start over for the last time with one or a few of the easy but effective action steps you can incorporate today. If you're ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and finally start your wellness journey, this episode breaks it down into six simple, sustainable categories—what we call the Foundations of Wellness. You'll learn how to:   Eat a nutrient-dense diet rooted in real, whole foods (not calorie math), following Weston A. Price principles and honoring your bio-individual needs. Optimize digestion, the root of all health, by chewing thoroughly, practicing mindful eating, and supporting stomach acid and enzyme function (see Episode 11 for more). Balance blood sugar with small, daily habits like walking after meals and pairing carbs with protein and fat (see Episode 28). Improve sleep through calming evening routines, avoiding stimulants before bed, and aligning with your circadian rhythm. Reduce stress with tools like the 4-7-8 breath, gratitude practices, and brain dumping— (see Episode 42). Incorporate movement you actually enjoy—walking, dancing, or strength training—while supporting lymph flow, bone density, and energy.   You'll also hear real-life strategies like Mike's “gas station rule,” how to track wins without perfectionism, and why home-cooked meals and community support are game changers. Most importantly, we'll help you find your why—the motivation that keeps you going when things get hard.   Whether you're trying to lose weight, heal your gut, regain energy, or just understand what “healthy” actually means, this episode gives you a practical, welcoming place to begin.   Podcast Episodes Mentioned ⁠Episode 4⁠ – Bio-Individuality ⁠Episode 11⁠ – Digestive Hell with Gray Graham ⁠Episode 28⁠ – Blood Sugar 101 ⁠Episode 31⁠ – The Cold Turkey Episode ⁠Episode 42⁠ – Cultivating Joy   Find a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP) ⁠NTA Practitioner Directory⁠     Please hit SUBSCRIBE, leave a 5-Star Review, and connect with us on Spotify comments!

Renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Jay Calvert, known as the "plastic surgeon's plastic surgeon," joins us for an engaging discussion brimming with fascinating stories and expert insights. From his amusing experience facing an unusual request on the Tyra Banks show to his celebrated lecture at the Vegas Cosmetic Surgery Meeting, Dr. Calvert offers a unique perspective on the balance between professional achievement and personal passions. His journey also encompasses a love for music, nearly signing with Sony Records, and his pivotal role in bringing the Golden Knights to Las Vegas, showcasing his multifaceted interests and contributions beyond the operating room.   We delve into the truths and trends of the plastic surgery industry, uncovering the deceptive practices that some employ, like manipulated before-and-after photos, and stressing the importance of transparency. With Dr. Millicent Ravello by our side, we dissect the medical tourism rise and the potential pitfalls it poses, particularly focusing on hotspots like Turkey. Our conversation also explores the evolving popularity of procedures like Brazilian Butt Lifts and the influence of social media on beauty standards, providing a comprehensive look at the industry's current landscape.   Beyond surgeries and scalpel work, the episode rounds out with practical advice on at-home beauty and anti-aging techniques. From the benefits of medical-grade skincare products to a spirited discussion of red light therapy and dietary choices for longevity, we aim to provide listeners with actionable insights. And in a thrilling narrative twist, we recount Dr. Calvert's involvement in bringing the Vegas Golden Knights to fruition, underscoring the importance of community connection and ambition that propelled this professional hockey team to success. Whether you're interested in cosmetic surgery, music, or sports, this episode promises an engaging exploration into the lives and passions of those who excel across these fields.   CHAPTERS    (00:00) Plastic Surgeon's Journey to Success (04:37) Top Plastic Surgeon in Beverly Hills (13:04) Plastic Surgery Industry Truths (25:12) Global Plastic Surgery Trends and Dangers (35:15) Anti-Aging Health and Wellness Tips (46:00) Creating Vegas Golden Knights (48:59) Las Vegas Golden Knights Success (55:09) Hockey Passion and Fandom  

Whole-person health starts with whole-family care—and that begins with a provider who sees you, hears you, and truly walks beside you. Dr. Marion Pierson brings decades of heart-led pediatric experience to the conversation, showing how health is more than check-ups and prescriptions—it's about relationships, rest, and raising kids in rhythm with both structure and freedom. Her passion for serving her Kansas City community is palpable, and her insight into direct primary care reminds us that when families are empowered with knowledge, time, and trust, they don't just survive—they thrive. Key Takeaways: Community-based care thrives when families feel seen, supported, and invited into the healthcare process. Simple habits like sleep, hydration, and nutrition can dramatically shift a child's mood, focus, and overall well-being. Transitions, like summer break, can be both freeing and disruptive—maintaining flexible routines helps children stay grounded. Parents' self-care directly impacts how children experience structure, safety, and emotional regulation. The right healthcare fit is like a good relationship—it's built on trust, time, and open communication.   Resource Mentioned: Sherrie Ortiz is the owner of Just One Day Travel Tours and a passionate advocate for creating memorable experiences through local travel as KC travel guide. With three years in business, she's passionate about helping individuals and teams reconnect through shared experiences that spark joy and connection. Website link: https://justonedaytraveltours.com/   About Dr. Marion Pierson: Dr. Marion S. Pierson is a Board-Certified Pediatrician currently practicing in the Kansas City area. She received her medical degree from The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) in 1993. After graduating from medical school, she completed her residency at Georgetown University Children's Medical Center in Washington, DC. Since 1996, Dr. Pierson has been serving the Kansas City community. She started at Metropolitan Multi-Specialty Physician's Group (MMPG) in Kansas City, KS. There, she provided care to children living in underserved communities. Later, she served as a pediatric partner at  Cradle Through College Care and Village Pediatrics. Her dedication and exceptional patient care has earned her multiple “Top Doctor” awards over the years. Most recently, she received the “Top Doctors of 2023” award by “KC Parent” magazine. She is also a Fellow of The American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP).  Over the years, Dr. Pierson has achieved a number of awards and recognitions not only in her field, but also within her community. These accolades include: --Featured on PBS, Fox 4 News, KSHB-41 News and The Missouri Times --Served as “Doctor of the Day” for the Missouri Senate --Served as a Board Member in several community organizations --Advocacy and volunteer work for “March of Dimes” and “SIDS Awareness 5K Walk” --Partnering with “Boys Hope Girls Hope of Kansas City” to provide pro bono care to students in need In her spare time, Dr. Pierson enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters. She also is the founder and board president of MO Hives KC, a non-profit community organization that converts vacant lots into honeybee farms across the state of Missouri. In 2022, she was named “Missouri Beekeeper of the Year” by Missouri State Beekeeper Association.  www.elitecarepediatrics.com   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.  

What do the stubborn body fat you can't seem to lose, your hormones, and metabolic health all have in common? Well…a lot! If you're nearing perimenopause or menopause, you can't miss this conversation. In this episode, host Jenn Trepeck dives into a candid and clarifying conversation with leading health and wellness expert Ashley Fillmore. Ashley is the founder and president of Metabolic Fix and host of the Cheers to Your Success podcast. With nearly 20 years of experience, she helps women heal their metabolism, achieve hormone balance, and support lasting body composition changes. Together, they unpack why so many women still feel lost in the noise of wellness advice and how to make sense of what they're experiencing day-to-day, at each phase of their cycle and even as their cycles change.. This episode is all about discovering your hormone balance, transforming your body composition, and redefining what true health looks and feels like.The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, who discusses wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let's dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.IN THIS EPISODE: (05:36) Ashley Filmore explains how she made the health, hormone balance, and body composition space her life's work(09:01) Ashley shares her experience with unhealthy dieting and deprivation(14:28) The number on the scale versus body composition, muscle mass, body fat percentage, and lean muscle(18:39) How certain hormones and body fat distribution correlate, and the importance of tracking your cycle(28:55) Ashley discusses symptoms that may indicate hormone imbalance(35:56) Adjustments to fitness routines and nutrition during your cycle(43:39) Other reasons your hormones can be depletedKEY TAKEAWAYS:The scale doesn't define health, but body composition does: A lower number on the scale doesn't accurately reflect your physical or mental well-being. Proper health is better measured by the balance between lean muscle mass and body fat percentage, which is significantly influenced by hormones that also determine where fat is stored—for example, cortisol can be associated with belly fat, insulin has been linked to love handles, and estrogen is often associated with weight stored in the hips and the lower belly.Where fat accumulates on your body can reveal significant hormonal imbalances, guiding lifestyle and nutritional changes as well as potential hormonal imbalances. Plus, even with a calorie deficit and strength training, stubborn fat won't budge unless you focus on nutrient-dense, whole foods—because it's not just about calories, but the quality of what you eat.Using cycle-tracking apps or devices like the Oura Ring helps women understand their hormonal rhythms, especially as cycles become irregular during perimenopause. By listening to your body, tracking symptoms, and identifying hormonal imbalances, you can tailor your nutrition, exercise, and recovery strategies to align with your current hormonal state, optimizing energy, mood, metabolism, and overall health.Walking and strength training are effective, low-stress ways to support hormonal and metabolic health, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Walking is a free, accessible exercise that improves body composition, hormonal balance, and mental well-being, while intense workouts may be too stressful when hormone levels are low. Incorporating gentle movements, such as yoga, and traditional strength training with compound exercises 2–3 times per week can help maintain health without overexertion.QUOTES: (25:34) “Get to know your body and your baseline, what's normal for you, as opposed to what your doctor might say is normal or common.” - Jenn Trepeck(16:57) “Your hormones matter. It's impacting everything: muscle mass, your body fat percentage and where your body fat is distributed on your body.” Ashley Fillmore(41:55) “Pay attention to how you feel because you may not be textbook, you may be a little outside of what I just mentioned, and that could be normal for you.” Ashley Fillmore(42:48) "The walking, the yoga, the more gentle exercises are probably going to be more effective and feel better when we're in that perimenopause or menopause phase.” - Jenn TrepeckRESOURCES:Become A Member of Salad with a Side of FriesJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramCheers to Your Success! Podcast | Guest Jenn TrepeckGUEST RESOURCES:Metabolic Fix™ | ONECheers To Your Success - PodcastAshley Fillmore - InstagramMetabolic Phase QuizFree Hormone AssessmentGUEST BIOGRAPHY:Ashley is a leading expert in sustainable weight loss. She helps women heal their metabolism, balance their hormones, and achieve lasting changes in their body composition. Ashley holds a BSc in Exercise and Nutrition and is a certified personal trainer, professional nutrition coach, and health educator with nearly 20 years of experience.  Ashley is the host of the Cheers to Your Success Podcast and the founder and president of Metabolic Fix™ – a premium online coaching company that has helped thousands of women finally break free from chronic dieting and achieve long-term, sustainable results using the Metabolic Fix Method™.  She is deeply committed to helping women better their lives and strives to inspire others to embrace the life of health, happiness, and self-love they deserve.

Why Your Wellness Matters as a Home Schooling Mum” Some days are tough. Plans don't work. You feel drained. Guess what? That's okay. No one's perfect. Wellness is about progress, not perfection. Give yourself grace and keep going. Your kids are learning resilience just by watching you. I am here to encourage you! 

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-size bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about embracing the easy way out to achieve your health goals without the struggle. Forget the myth that health requires grueling effort or endless willpower—Jenn flips that idea with practical, clever strategies to make healthy choices feel like second nature. From Post-it note reminders to phone alarms with specific instructions, she shares how minor tweaks can remove the mental heavy lifting and set you up for success. Whether exercising before emails or eating more veggies, Jenn's approach minimizes decisions and maximizes ease. Curious how these simple hacks can transform your daily habits? What's one health goal you're struggling with, and how could you make it easier to stick to? Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday.  Have an idea for a nutrition nugget?  Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/       RESOURCES:Become A Member of Salad with a Side of FriesJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramThe Three-Hundredth (feat YOU) Cr-Cr-Cr-Cr-Cravings