Hot topic right here!!

What is Gut Health? Why is it so important?

What’s the big deal about gut health? What are the concerns of the gut?

What is the gut microbiota?

What happens when the gut microbiome is damaged? How does the gut microbiota get damaged?

What is leaky gut?

Can I do anything to improve my gut health?

What are the best foods to eat to repair my gut?

Here are 5 Tips to better Gut: Remove, Restore, Reinoculate, Repair, Rebalance

Listen in, change your life

Vegan Product Choices - Skincare, Makeup, Body care, Supplements, Nutrition

Get started on your gluten free lifestyle today with this ebook!

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Most of us don't think we have an autoimmune disease...but the fact is, it is estimated that 24 million Americans are affected by autoimmune diseases. Of those autoimmune diseases, Hashimoto's has the highest number of cases.

PARENTS: Listen up!! This is for you!

Soooo, what is an autoimmune disease?

How does one get an autoimmune disease?

What are the signs of an autoimmune disease?

What treatment is there for autoimmune diseases?

Why is there a dramatic increase of autoimmune diseases in our children?

What can I do to prevent getting an autoimmune disease?

What is the link between inflammation and autoimmune disease?

Listen to answer these questions about autoimmune diseases...this is everything I want to say to someone when they have questions about autoimmune diseases.

Let me know what you found most shocking!

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You know you need to wear sunscreen for yourself and your kids and here you find yourself staring at a wall of sunscreens.

Who knew there were so many choices?! How the heck do you know what to choose?

Did you know that many of those sunscreens are filled with harmful chemicals? There are many toxic chemicals in sunscreens that are on the shelves of your local drugstore or grocery store.

I am here to help you wade through the sea of sunscreens and help you make an educated decision that you can feel good about your decision.

8 No-No Ingredients in Sunscreen:

1. Oxybenzone (Benzophenone)
2. Octinoxate
3. PABA
4. Homosalate
5. Octocrylene
6. Octisalate
7. Avobenzone
8. Benzene

2 Ok Ingredients in Sunscreen:

1. Zinc Oxide
2. Titanium Dioxide

My favorite Sunscreen! FUNSUN Mineral Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30

My Fave Baby/Children's Sunscreen

Episode 75: Do you trust the companies you buy from?

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Or maybe you are noshing on a fast food burger and fries now while you are traveling home from vacation.

Americans have a fast food habit. But the real question is: how bad is it really?

What is that fast food ACTUALLY doing to your body? To your kid's body?

Listen & find out....

Credit to Cleveland Clinic Article: Here's How Fast Food Can Affect Your Body

Episode 84: Does the food you eat really affect your health?

Episode 80: 5 Quick, Easy Recipes for the Busy Mom

Episode 20: Meal Planning 101 with Kathy Davis

Episode 74: 5 Tips to Lower your Cholesterol

Episode  45: How 30 Days to Healthy Living can Change your Life

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I don’t know if people are in denial or they simply don’t want to know how much food really does affect them…but I will tell you right now, up front, yes, food does in fact affect your health…and in very dramatic ways. And it is our role as moms to teach our children…to lead them in creating healthy habits.

To help them understand the relationship…the connection between the foods they eat and the health of their body… the connection between the foods they eat and how they feel.

So this is my little message to you, mamas! My encouragement to you to keep on leading your family in healthy habits because it will have a lifetime of repercussions…and even generational repercussions!

One of the biggest things for us is to understand that the way we are feeling is NOT the way we ought to be feeling. I didn’t realize that I wasn’t supposed to be feeling bloated and gassy and uncomfortable all the time. Listen, Indigestion, bloating, cramping….you name it…these are sooo so common in the general American public….and it is not supposed to be part of the normal everyday human experience.

It’s due to a lot of things….but one of the biggest culprits is the foods that we are eating.

Sooo, if we can teach our kids while they are young that there is, in fact, a direct relationship between what we eat and how we feel – our overall health, they will be better off over the long haul.

Gut health is SO important!!

This is my FAVE supplement for kids 4+(included adults!!):

Biotic Sticks

This is my favorite gut health supplement for adults 18+:

Gut Health

My fave Greens Supplement on the Go:

GreenSynergy Elixir

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Well I'm guessing your answer is  "yes!"

And I'm guessing your answer is what the majority of people think!

My point of this podcast is to give another side…to maybe even convince you otherwise…that instead of it being a luxury… it is in fact is a necessity for your health.

Have you ever thought about massage therapy that way? As being something to improve your health? Especially in your pregnancy! Well my guest today is going to explain how that can be – she’s going to share the surprising benefits of massage therapy…especially in pregnancy. So listen up mamas, you’re not going to want to miss this!

Cailin McBee is the owner of Balance Massage & Wellness Center located in Newington, CT.  She has a degree in Sports Medicine, is a board-certified massage therapist and reiki master, and a former teacher.  Her passion for helping others lead her to create a holistic practice that continues to expand its reach to the community in many ways, including educational opportunities like this podcast.  

 So let’s start with what is massage therapy?

What are the benefits of massage therapy?

Is massage therapy safe in pregnancy?

How is massage beneficial in the first trimester of pregnancy?

How is massage beneficial in the second trimester of pregnancy?

How is massage beneficial in the third trimester of pregnancy?

Get in touch with Cailin McBee: www.BalanceMassageCT.com

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I know…you’re like, seriously Jennie?? Who doesn’t have stress in their life??

 OF COURSE I have stress in my life!

Well then my next question is….how do you relieve your stress? What do you do to reduce your stress?

If you’re kind of scratching your head and wondering how to answer that, then listen up because I have a guest that can speak into your life. My guest today is going to help us decrease our stress naturally.

Cailin McBee is the owner of Balance Massage & Wellness Center located in Newington, CT.  She has a degree in Sports Medicine, is a board-certified massage therapist and reiki master, and a former teacher.  Her passion for helping others lead her to create a holistic practice that continues to expand its reach to the community in many ways, including educational opportunities like this podcast.  

We answer key questions like:

What is Stress?

What does stress actually do to your body?

What are natural ways to decrease my stress?

What is an easy, effective breathing technique?

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Not to scare you, but…Liver disease is a serious problem that affects millions of people in the United States each year. The American Liver Foundation reports that more than 100 million Americans have some form of liver disease, and it’s among the leading causes of death in the U.S.

Sooo, what is the liver? What does it do?

The liver is our largest internal organ (the skin is our largest organ!) It’s about the size of a football! Isn't that crazy?! So our liver does the heavy lifting when it comes to detoxing.

Now detox seems to be the buzz word now, so we’re going to talk about why. And it all goes back to the liver.

Excellent Detox Tea

30 Day Reset

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They are quick and easy to prepare. So those nights that you are in need of a very quick meal or have people eating at all different times because of their schedule….use one of these!

And don’t worry…my kids eat these! My kids are 16, 14 & 10…and they like all of these meals!

They are all gluten free and dairy free as well.

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That all stops today. Because today you are going to learn some basic reasons why

YOU. NEED. VITAMIN D.

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The Mental Health of our children is at a tipping point. What can we do to stem the tide?

Today I am giving you 4 tools to put in your "Parent Tool Belt" to help make your children more resilient to the challenges they are continually facing. Listen in to grab these 4 tools!

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My guest today is Jennifer Tirillo and she is going to share with us the key things you can do to keep your child injury-free.

 Jennifer Tirillo is a licensed and board certified athletic trainer, NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Functional Range Conditioning Movement Specialist, and 200 RYT yoga instructor. She is the owner of Concentric Care & Wellness, located in central CT.

Part 1 Covers:

--How to live to prevent injury

--Dynamic Stretching to prevent injury

--RICE...and it's surprising changes!

Part 2 Covers:

Injury Prevention for Specific Sports

1. Lower Body intensive (Women's Lacrosse, Soccer, Basketball
2. Upper Body intensive (Baseball, Softball, volleyball)
3. Full Body Equipment (Football, Ice Hockey, Men's Lax)

Concentric Care

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Potter's Syndrome is a rare disorder where the kidneys fail to develop properly as the baby is growing in the womb. The kidneys normally produce the amniotic fluid (as urine). With lack of kidneys and amniotic fluid, this condition is life-threatening for the baby and many infants have a short life expectancy.

Shawna Rauch takes us on her journey of her pregnancy and birth of her precious baby with Potter's Syndrome. She delivers hope and guidance for what can you expect if you receive the same diagnosis.

Shawna Rauch is a committed wife and mother of three. When she received the devastating news that her first baby had Potter's Syndrome, a condition incompatible with life. She was frustrated by the lack of personal stories and confusing medical jargon online. Determined to fill the need, she created HopeAngel.org just 13 days after her daughter was born, which has since touched the lives of thousands of families around the world.

As a pregnancy and grief coach, Shawna's goal is to support, inform and empower mothers through their pregnancy, birth, and beyond. She has created a community where mothers can talk through their experiences and provide emotional support to one another during times of loss and grief. 

HopeAngel.org

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Obviously, if you have been listening for a little or a long time to this podcast, you realize that I am all about helping you negotiate the grocery store shelves and the various store shelves to make the best, healthiest choices you can for yourself and for your family. I’ve given a lot of guidelines and thoughts for you to consider when making various decisions.

The question ultimately comes down to: do you trust the company that you buy products from?

How do you know if the company is trustworthy? What do you look for?

Today I am revealing some key points to look for in a company and sharing a little about a company who is trustworthy: a company whose products that I have chosen to use and to align myself with. This company has been in the business of helping women, men and families flourish for over 42 years. They are the leader in skincare and personal care products and nutrition products.

Don't miss this mama! Your life could change today!

Learn more about this company HERE

Order products from a trustworthy company HERE

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This is not a secret...we have discussed this in past episodes (Episodes 65 & 66) So what we are going to talk about today is going to help you NOT be one of those numbers – to not be a part of that statistic.

The topic is: Cholesterol.

High Cholesterol is a key contributor to heart disease, creating conditions for cardiac arrest and other heart issues. So keeping our cholesterol levels in check is an important thing to do!

So, what can we do? Well today I am going to give you 5 tips to lowering your cholesterol.

Listen up, my friend and make changes today!

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Now that you are started on your health journey...let's talk what to do when you mess up - because it will happen...newsflash: we aren't perfect!

So what do you do when you fall off the wagon? …when you stop doing the things that are creating your healthy lifestyle? It’s the main reason why people give up on living a healthy lifestyle. Well, we don’t want that to happen to you! So this episode is all about

Shirley Amata is back to share her NOW philosophy to help give you the safeguards to ensure you have the tools to stand back up and get back on track to living your healthy lifestyle. ACT Now...be clear on your why...and remember that progress is impossible without change!

Shirley Amata is a health and wellness expert for over thirty years. Shirley is a N.O.W Coach (based in Austin, Texas) who believes in optimizing wellness through natural options and teaches people how to manage their personal health. She shares her experiences and educates others on the relationship between eating, exercising, and energizing to lead a life of abundance. Her passion for helping others comes from her own health journey, including her daughter's diagnosis with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Shirley's purpose is to empower people to take charge of their health and wellness journey. She holds a MS in Education, BA in Psychology, several certifications in health and fitness, coached all ages and wellness stages, and has competed in triathlons and other races. She enjoys reading, writing, music, cooking, podcasts, power naps, outdoor activities and spending quality time with loved ones.

Enjoy Part 4 of our 4 part series with Shirley!

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Now that you are started on your health journey...let's talk exercise!

What is the best form of exercise? Today we wade into the long debate of Cardio vs Strength Training. Which is better? What benefits do they offer?

Shirley Amata is back to share her NOW philosophy to help you incorporate exercise into your healthy living journey and gain all the benefits from them to create a positive impact on your life!

Shirley Amata is a health and wellness expert for over thirty years. Shirley is a N.O.W Coach (based in Austin, Texas) who believes in optimizing wellness through natural options and teaches people how to manage their personal health. She shares her experiences and educates others on the relationship between eating, exercising, and energizing to lead a life of abundance. Her passion for helping others comes from her own health journey, including her daughter's diagnosis with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Shirley's purpose is to empower people to take charge of their health and wellness journey. She holds a MS in Education, BA in Psychology, several certifications in health and fitness, coached all ages and wellness stages, and has competed in triathlons and other races. She enjoys reading, writing, music, cooking, podcasts, power naps, outdoor activities and spending quality time with loved ones.

Enjoy Part 3 of our 4 part series with Shirley!

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Now that you are started on your health journey...what happens when you hit a roadblock? ...because they're gonna happen!

Things like...eating out

...having a drink

...going to a party or social get together

Shirley Amata is back to share her NOW philosophy to help you nourish with good FOODS and to help to continue to cut the CRAP! She gives helpful, actionable, nitty gritty details to help you get through these pitfalls with ease!

Shirley Amata is a health and wellness expert for over thirty years. Shirley is a N.O.W Coach (based in Austin, Texas) who believes in optimizing wellness through natural options and teaches people how to manage their personal health. She shares her experiences and educates others on the relationship between eating, exercising, and energizing to lead a life of abundance. Her passion for helping others comes from her own health journey, including her daughter's diagnosis with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Shirley's purpose is to empower people to take charge of their health and wellness journey. She holds a MS in Education, BA in Psychology, several certifications in health and fitness, coached all ages and wellness stages, and has competed in triathlons and other races. She enjoys reading, writing, music, cooking, podcasts, power naps, outdoor activities and spending quality time with loved ones.

Enjoy Part 2 of our 4 part series with Shirley!

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Today we are going to be peeling back the onion to help you kick those bad habits and start your life of wellness. We have so many tips and tricks for you today– I know you will find more than one thing to implement in your life right away! This is definitely a “listen and do” episode!

 To help me deliver on this, is my amazing guest, a health and wellness expert for over thirty years, Shirley Amata. Shirley is a N.O.W Coach (based in Austin, Texas) who believes in optimizing wellness through natural options and teaches people how to manage their personal health. She shares her experiences and educates others on the relationship between eating, exercising, and energizing to lead a life of abundance. Her passion for helping others comes from her own health journey, including her daughter's diagnosis with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Shirley's purpose is to empower people to take charge of their health and wellness journey. She holds a MS in Education, BA in Psychology, several certifications in health and fitness, coached all ages and wellness stages, and has competed in triathlons and other races. She enjoys reading, writing, music, cooking, podcasts, power naps, outdoor activities and spending quality time with loved ones.

What is the difference between Health and Wellness?

What is Natural Option Wellness?

Where do I start?

Enjoy Part 1 of our 4 part series with Shirley!

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Have you been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease?

Do you understand what an autoimmune disease even is? And how to heal it?

Have you heard of regenerative detoxification?

If these questions resonate with you, then this episode is for you! We are going to break it all down for you to easily understand and give you great hope!

To help me do this, my guest joining me today is Corry Lang. Corry Lang is a certified Regenerative Detoxification specialist and Iridologist with twelve years in scientific research. She detoxified and healed herself from debilitating lupus, fibromyalgia, and Hashimoto’s symptoms. Now she helps others to determine the underlying root causes of their seemingly “incurable” disease (autoimmune disease, thyroid issues, fibromyalgia, “mystery illnesses”…etc) and guides them to detoxify and heal themselves as well so they can start living again without pain, fatigue, and pharmaceuticals.

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This episode is an episode about hope and encouragement. This will be a true encouragement to you today no matter what you are going through. You have worth and you are worth taking the time and effort to acknowledge your struggle and work through it. To bring this encouragement through her personal story is my guest, Stacy Routhier.

Stacy Routhier is a cancer survivor and a leader who looks to inspire and empower those battling all aspects of mental health and wellbeing and for those going through any illness at any stage. She was diagnosed with stage zero breast cancer at 36 and had a double mastectomy with reconstruction.

But this story is not about her having cancer, it's about the mental health of a woman who thought that her cancer didn't count and she didn't deserve to feel scared or sad. On this episode, Stacy shares her inner voice about what goes through a person's mind when they go through a traumatic experience and that your feelings COUNT! 

Share this episode with a friend who is struggling today and in need of encouragement. Share this episode with a friend who is going through the cancer journey. Listen to this episode if you have a friend who is going through the cancer journey. Be encouraged and strengthened today.

Read Stacy's Journey at StacysHopeChest.com

Get in touch with Stacy: Stacy@stacyshopechest.com

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This episode is for YOU!

I dish on 10 Mom Life Hacks you can put into your life today!

Link to Past Episode: Episode 9 Artificial Sweeteners

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Link to Past Episode: Episode 63: Intermittent Fasting: Fad or Fabulous?

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How expensive is it to live healthy?

Have you looked at the flip side? How expensive is it to not live healthy?

Have you weighed your options - do you even know what the consequences of a unhealthy lifestyle are?

In this episode we unpack the cost of not making healthy choices and why the answer is obvious!

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We are going to continue to focus on our kiddos today in this episode. So last episode we talked about nutrient deficiencies in our children that are linked to ADHD. Today we are talking about obesity. Why are our kids obese? And what can we do about it?

This is Actually a pretty hot topic right now so I wanted to weigh in with my two cents. I hope it is helpful to you and empowering to you, the mom of your household, to be equipped to lead in the best way possible. Please do not underestimate the power and influence that you have in your house, in your family. Geesh, I could probably do a whole episode just on that topic!! But let me stay focused on our topic at hand…why are our kids obese?

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Do you know what these ingredients are?

Do you know what these ingredients do to your body? And your kid's bodies?

Are you aware that we are actually talking about thousands of ingredients?

Are you angry now? Or are you still saying, "What's the big deal?"

Listen in and you'll understand all about it!

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I recently heard a fascinating talk given by Dr. Laura Fortner. In it, she shares her thoughts on intermittent fasting and it's effects on the body. I am sharing my takeaways from her talk here in this episode.

Listen in now! :)

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Today we are focusing exclusively on our kiddos (although what we are talking about can definitely affect adults in your family too!)…today we are talking about ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. ADHD is the most commonly diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorder in the United States, with estimates that 11% of American children have the disorder.

Sooo, chances are, you either have someone in your house that has ADHD or you know someone who does. If you know someone who does, you are definitely going to want to share this episode with them…this is golden info I am sharing today. It could be life changing for them.

I’m not going into the symptoms or anything like that…today we are talking about the 5 most common nutrient deficiencies in children that have ADHD. There are all kinds of studies out there backing up all the info I am sharing today…we just got off a series about superfoods and all the many important nutrients they give us…those minerals and nutrients are really important…and when our bodies do not have the right amount of various vitamins and minerals, they don’t function optimally.

My hope is that it will become your first reaction to think abut what imbalances could be in the body and look to correct that, rather than look to medicine first. And this goes for whatever the ailment or sickness may be. I’m curious, have you even heard of this? Have you heard about nutrient deficiencies either being the cause of or contributing to worse symptoms of ADHD?

If not, then listen up…because here we go!

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Today, we are moving on to the Beauty Edition! Because let’s face it mamas, we rarely think about our own needs…so I’m gonna help you out a little bit! You can be making yourself look better simply by the foods you are eating! (and looking for these things in your skincare products!) We are going to talk about how to achieve glowing skin -and target pesky problems-through the foods you are eating!

So just a upper quick recap of the definition of what a “superfood” is:

Simply put, Superfoods are nutritional powerhouses.  Superfoods are foods that have a very high nutritional density…they are extremely high in micronutrients like vitamins and minerals and are packed with fiber, as well as antioxidants, enzymes and health fats like omega-3 fatty acids. All of these nutrients are essential to your body so you can thrive. And on top of that, Super foods boost the immune system, help prevent anti-aging, and are linked to the prevention of disease.

All right, our Beauty Category of Superfoods includes: Fermented Foods, Aronia Berries, Sea Buckthorn, Ginger and more! Listen in to hear why and discover all of them.

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Today, we are moving on to the “Other” Edition! (Some didn’t fit into either category, and some there wasn’t room for them!)

So just a upper quick recap of the definition of what a “superfood” is:

Simply put, Superfoods are nutritional powerhouses.  Superfoods are foods that have a very high nutritional density…they are extremely high in micronutrients like vitamins and minerals and are packed with fiber, as well as antioxidants, enzymes and health fats like omega-3 fatty acids. All of these nutrients are essential to your body so you can thrive. And on top of that, Super foods boost the immune system, help prevent anti-aging, and are linked to the prevention of disease.

Our “Other” Category of Superfoods includes: nuts & seeds, cinnamon & spirulina. Listen to hear why and discover all of them!

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Today, we are moving on to the Veggie Edition!

So just a upper quick recap of the definition of what a “superfood” is:

Simply put, Superfoods are nutritional powerhouses.  Superfoods are foods that have a very high nutritional density…they are extremely high in micronutrients like vitamins and minerals and are packed with fiber, as well as antioxidants, enzymes and health fats like omega-3 fatty acids. All of these nutrients are essential to your body so you can thrive. And on top of that, Super foods boost the immune system, help prevent anti-aging, and are linked to the prevention of disease.

Our list includes Dark Leafy Greens, Garlic, Sweet Potatoes and more! Listen to discover what to eat and feed to your kids!

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And why are they even called “Super” What makes them super?

Well, I’m glad you asked, because today we are doing a mini episode devoted to just that! After being inspired by Brandy and her healing through food, this seems an appropriate next step! So this is going to be a short and sweet episode…we are going to focus on fruits today…this will be part one of our mini series entitled, “Why are they superfoods?”

A Word of Warning: There is controversy! (of course! LOL)

So, let’s explain what super foods are considered to be.

Simply put, Superfoods are nutritional powerhouses.  Superfoods are foods that have a very high nutritional density…they are extremely high in micronutrients like vitamins and minerals and are packed with fiber, as well as antioxidants, enzymes and health fats like omega-3 fatty acids. All of these nutrients are essential to your body so you can thrive. And on top of that, Super foods boost the immune system, help prevent anti-aging, and are linked to the prevention of disease.

Today we cover a few Superfood Fruits...including blueberries, grapefruit and a few others!

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There are too many first-hand accounts (not to mention scientific research) to deny the healing power of food.

What you eat matters. What you eat has a profound impact on your overall health.

Brandy Aceti joins us today to selflessly share her personal experience in the hopes it can encourage you to seek out the healing power of food in your life.

Brandy is a corporate professional who has become an ambassador for healthy, plant-based eating after making changes to her diet which aided in the rapid recovery of her advanced autoimmune disease.  She shares her personal experience with combating Lupus Nephritis using a whole food, plant-based lifestyle, and the role nutrition plays in reducing inflammation and managing chronic diseases.  She is a strong believer in being an advocate of your own health and healing the body by eliminating foods that can cause illness and fill it with foods that heal.

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How do you create a healthy lifestyle in this new season of life?

How do you get back into exercising? How do you make healthy eating decisions? How do you find the time or the energy to make healthy decisions?

...maybe the question is more, "How do you NOT create the time to be healthy?"

Sarah Greer, certified nutrition coach and yoga instructor with pre and post natal certifications, shares insights in how to make this happen.

Listen in & share with a new mom!

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Sarah Greer is back! She continues to pour into us...this time sharing the key things to do to have a full recovery back to health after a C-Section.

Sarah Greer is a certified yoga instructor with pre and post natal certification. She is also a certified nutrition coach and has her own personal experience with natural birth options and a C-section. Herself, recovering from a C-section, makes this personal and full of insight. She gets it, she understands, and she is here to help!

Listen in...and share with a mama friend!

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Did you know there are a lot of "natural" birthing options when it comes to having a C-section?

Sarah Greer is back in our series on pregnancy and birth. Sarah is a certified yoga instructor with pre and post natal certification. She is also a certified nutrition coach and has her own personal experience with natural birth options and a C-section.

You might be devastated to learn you need to have a C-section...or you might be happy to schedule one. Wherever you land on that continuum, you need to know the options you have available to you to give your baby the most benefit possible.

As a pregnant mom about to give birth, you have many decisions to make. In many cases, pregnant moms don't even realize they have choices, they have options.

You do have many choices, many options. This episode was created to let you in on the secrets...to empower you with knowledge so that you can make the best decisions possible for the health of you and your baby.

If you are pregnant or thinking about being pregnant, this is a MUST LISTEN episode!

Share this episode with all your pregnant mom friends!

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With so many doctor visits, but such little time actually spend with the doctor, where do you turn for the myriad of information you are looking for?

We've got you covered! Sarah Greer is here to share all things nutrition in pregnancy! Sarah Greer is a certified nutrition coach and is also a certified yoga instructor with pre and post natal certification. On top of that that, she has her own personal experience with pregnancy. Sarah shares from a wealth of experience and knowledge.

Don't miss this open, honest, info-filled conversation!

...and be sure to share it with your pregnant mom friend!!

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Tired of the hidden toxins getting into your body and your family's bodies through the cleaning products you have in your home?

Then this episode is for you!

Listen as we unlock the simple secrets to creating some cleaning products in your own home. Simple. Effective. Safe.

Let's go!

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Ok, so I'm running about a week behind, but that just adds to this episode!

I personally think the whole, "New Year, New You" phrase is cringe...it's a bit much if you ask me, as not a whole lot really happens by the ticking of the clock to a new day a new year.

Buuuut, now if you change your mindset and change your habits...well... then magic will happen!

But back to this episode...let's have some fun! We're going to make fun of the whole resolution thing...maybe you're there already. I mean, maybe you made your resolution on Jan 1 and here we are a few weeks into the New Year and maybe you have already given up on it! (if that is you, enjoy this episode then go back and listen to my goals series and get to work!)

So sit back, relax, and enjoy some lighthearted fun today!!

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Today is going to be a little bit different of an episode…today we are going to workshop.

We are going to actually workshop our goals.

You've listened to the first three episodes in our Goals series...the first on Family Goals, the second on Health Goals and the third on Financial Goals.

You were inspired while you listened...then went on with your day when the episode was done. Yup. I know how it goes...

If we aren’t intentional, we miss it! and life passes us by. So I don’t want that to happen to you!!

So…we are going to do some goal setting together!

Right Now.

Let's create some goals.

This is a very practical, hands-on episode. By the end of this episode you will have created at least 3 goals (one for family, health and finances) and set up a game plan to help you accomplish them.

If you need more help creating your goals, connect with Jennie here

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What kind of financial example are you setting for your kids?

Do you know how to create wealth with compound interest?

The average person needs 2 ½ million dollars to retire today…do you have that stored up? We’re going to talk about ways that you can start piling up that money towards your retirement.

Listen as we discuss these questions and set up financial goals for yourself and your family for the upcoming year.

This is a must listen!

Share with a mom friend who you want to be financially set!

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-want to feel better/curious if you aren’t actually experiencing life in the healthiest form?-did your your doctor tell you too?-do you see others around you (family members get sick) and realize there’s something to the phrase, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure"?

-maybe you don’t fit in your clothes?

Get very clear on your why.

Then listen in to discover the steps to take to ensure success for your health goals.

And don't forget you KIDS...what are the tricks for getting your kids on board to being healthy? Discover some key techniques to getting them to make healthy decisions...and the why behind how critical it is to get your kids healthy.

Use this time of reflection on the past year and looking forward to the new year to make decisions that will make a lasting difference for years – and generations to come. I hope this episode on health goals will be helpful to you and will clarify why and how you can make health a priority for yourself and your children in the upcoming year.

Share this episode with a mom friend who you want to help make similar health decisions and goals for herself and her family this next year.

Use this plan to create health - listen to Episode 45: 30 Days to Healthy Living

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Do you have family goals? What are the kind of people that you want your children to be?

What values do you want instilled in your children?

What experiences do you want your children reminiscing about when they are grown?

Have you thought about these things?

Do you have a plan for these things?

Listen and discover the importance pf having family goals and how you cna staet creating them today.

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Surprise them with taste and health!

Listen in to discover all 11!

Click here for my DELISH Almond Ball recipe!

Show me pics of you making your Christmas treats! Show me your substitutions! DM me a pic of tag me on stories on IG…im @JennieHardy…can’t wait to see what you  are baking!

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...Almost 60% of Americans consume more than 20 g of added sugars a day.

 ...The energy we need for life, as well as for exercise, comes from what we eat and drink.

...The average adult is recommended to get 7–9hours of sleep but the average American adult typically only gets 6.5 hours

So what can we do about this? What can YOU do to combat this?

I’ll tell you what I have done and what my best recommendation to you is: do a reset!

Do the 30 Days to Healthy Living.

You need something that has all the answers rolled up in one package. Changing your habits is challenging, so that’s why you need a tool to help with that change, to help with that transition. That’s what the 30 Days to Healthy Living has done for me. It has helped me completely change my habits.

 So what is the 30 Days to Healthy Living?

Objective: This program is about resetting!

+help to establish healthy habits

+get more energy

+manage weight

+feel fit

+support a balanced gut

+feel more confident

Are those things you want to do?

 Listen in to discover more about the 30 Days to Healthy Living

Get more info on the 30 Days to Healthy Living

Get started today on the 30 Days to Healthy Living

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Need FUN ideas for your class parties?

Look no further, this episode is for YOU!

I give you my top 20 tried-and-true games and activities.

Try them out and DM me on IG to let me know how they go!!

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Sooo, let's be ready! Let's be ready to be healthy and stay healthy. Let's commit to feeling GREAT throughout this holiday season.

But how do we do that? Is that even possible?

Yes, it is, my friend! And I've got the tips that you need!

Let's dive in to 10 Pro Tips that will be sure to help guide you to health through this season and have you coming out feeling great and happy you made these decisions!

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My secret weapon to good gut health--my favorite probiotic!!

But why? How bad is it really? What does it even do to you? ...and where exactly is BPA found?

As a mom, I want you to know the dangers this chemical poses to your children and to you. It is not harmless, and is found in far more places than you might realize.

But don't worry, I give you 12 tips to use to avoid BPA and rid your bodies of its effects.

Listen in as we dig into all of it! Protect your family and yourself!

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In the Pro Tips, I shared the importance and radical effects of taking a good probiotic. Here is the one that I use and recommend - it is a Probiotic/Prebiotic/Enzyme Blend.

More benefits include helping reduce the risk of prostate cancer, coronary heart disease and mild cognitive impairment.

Do I have your attention yet??

What are these 11 benefits? (and oh by the way, there's actually more!!)

Where do I get Vitamin E?

Are there any dangers I should know about?

We cover it all! Listen in and let your health be changed by what you discover!

Let me know what you discovered! Reach out to me on Instagram @JennieHardy

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Additional ways to get Vitamin E:

Get Vitamin E (as D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) HERE... HERE ...and HERE

Get Vitamin E (as D-Alpha Tocopherol) HERE and HERE

Beverly Asante joins me today and dishes on all the things you can do to prepare for and successfully run a race! Whether you're thinking 5k or a half marathon, this is the episode for you!

Beverly is a former competitive high school and university athlete turned couch potato, who is now back on track as a half marathon runner. As a Certified Distance Running Coach and Certified Nutrition Coach, Beverly has walked (or rather: run!) the talk. She has even written a book entitle "Ace the Half" that has  everything you need to know to successfully run a half marathon with ease.

Beverly dishes on all the reasons why it's great to run and helps give ways to combat all the obstacles (aka excuses) we put up to keep us from running! Even if you've been injured, or just winced at the word "run", listen in for some hidden gems - tips to live a healthier lifestyle no matter what your running status!

Get Beverly's book, Ace the Half, HERE!

To take the "What's your Half-Marathon Readiness Score?" Quiz, click HERE

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Do you know what the plant and human holobiomes have in common and why it matters to your health? My guest, Jennifer Maynard, comes with her wealth of knowledge to shed light on how our holobiomes impact our health.

Jennifer Maynard has a fascinating journey: from foraging off the land in Alaska to a career in Biotech to studying the impact that food has on our health and now being CEO of Nutrition for Longevity. Plants and humans have a symbiotic relationship when it comes to our holobiome…but what does that mean? Simply put, by eating more plants, we increase our health span and improve our health.

Listen to discover :

What the human and plant holobiomes are and why they matter

What Regenerative farming is and what impact that has on your health

Why eating more plants improves your and your child’s health

Tips how you can encourage your kids to eat more veggies

Why our food is different from food in most other countries

Why what you eat has an effect on illnesses like diabetes and cancer and alzheimers

Medically Tailored Nutrition/Meals Website

Longevity Focus Website

Discount Code for 20% off your first 2 orders for meals at Nutrition for Longevity:  MOMS20 

Dr. Longo’s Cell Article: “A sustained change from the typical Western diet to an optimal diet rich in legumes, whole grains, and nuts with reduced red and processed meats is associated with an increase in life expectancy of 10.7 years in females and 13 years in males if started at age 20, and over 8 years of increased life expectancy when started at age 60 (Fadnes et al., 2022).  

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Do you need to be convinced it is a good thing to do?

In today’s episode, we make the case for your face! I’m coming in hot giving you 6 reasons why you need to wash your face – starting today!

And I close out with some hot tips of all the things you were wondering about washing your face. Use this practical episode to ignite a new habit or reinforce the good habit you have: washing your face.

Grab your CheatSheet here to get all the tips on one place!

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I invite you to think about this connection and discover what you can do differently to improve your health and the health of your children.

We dive into the Mind – be aware of what you are listening to, looking at, being surrounded by. What is influencing your children most? Do you know who they hang out with? What they are watching?

We dive into the Body – what are you feeding your body? What type of exercise are you doing? Are you practicing deep breathing?

We dive into the Skin – did you know it actually matters what lotion you use? Did you know your lotion can make you sick? Why?

Listen in for specific ingredients to look out for and AVOID at all costs in your personal care products.

Click here for your banned ingredients CheatSheet

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In this episode, we break it all down for you so you don’t have to be confused by food labels any more!

We cover:

Gluten Free, Non GMO Project Verified, American Grass Fed, USDA Organic, Certified Naturally Grown, American Welfare Approved, Food Alliance Certified, Fair TRade Certified, Salmon SAfe, Marine Stewardship Council, Soil Association Certified Organic, B Corp Certification, Pasture raised, Free Range, Natural, Locally Grown and more!

Discover what to look for and what to pass by.

You will be a smart, informed, savvy shopper after this episode!

Share this episode with a mama friend who you want to be a smart savvy shopper too!

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Today you will discover 3 things about glyphosate:

1. What it is
2. Where it is found
3. Why it matters

Glyphosate is an herbicide that is used to control weeds and grasses. It’s the active ingredient in many herbicide products, including the popular Roundup. What does that have to do with you and your child?

What if I told you it is found in fruits, vegetables, and very popular breakfast bars and cereals.

What if I told you glyphosate was declared in 2015 by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “probably carcinogenic to humans”

Listen to discover if you are unknowingly feeding glyphosate to your children.

Share this episode with a mama friend who needs to know this too!

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You need encouragement...you need this episode!

I am a big fan of encouraging other mamas. We all need encouragement, right?

This mom thing can be hard at times right? So let’s encourage one another!

This is a mama’s heart encouragement episode…so if your heart needs refreshing and encouraging, you are in the right place!

Share this episode with a mama you want to encourage! xoxo

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Want to:

reduce damage to brain cells?

reduce damage to your child's DNA?

reduce blood pressure in your child?

reduce the propensity to think about suicide?

reduce your child's exposure to cancer causing agents?

Then you might want to listen in!

What are these three ways to improve your child's health?

1. Cut out (or greatly reduce milk) from your child's diet
2. Be sure your child gets their sleep - the results of sleep deprivation are shocking
3. Cut our or greatly reduce EMFs

Share this episode with a mama friend who needs to hear this!

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I'm coming in hot with the top 10 mom hacks you need to get through life.

1. How to best preserve your avocados...is controversial, what do you think? Did you know about the warning?
2. Do you use kitchen scissors?
3. How to never lose a sock in your laundry again!
4. What to replace your dryer sheets with...
5. THE BEST storage secret revealed
6. Brilliant way to give away clothes
7. The Best way to fly with littles
8. Don't let your kid be scared by the flushing toilet again
9. This one will save you the most time, hands down
10. Never let your herbs go bad again!

Share this episode with ALL your mom friends!!

Episode 20 Meal Planning

Let me know YOUR best mom hack that I missed! DM me or tag me on Instagram!

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Do you even understand what your friend who is gluten free is going through? Have you taken the time to listen to them and hear about what they are experiencing?

So my goal is to help you be a good friend by:

1.    Better understanding the emotional ramifications of being gluten free

2.    Better understanding the physical affect gluten free life has on them

3.    Better understanding the practical situations they find themselves in

If you found today's episode useful, share it with a friend who can also benefit from this information.

Get started on your gluten free lifestyle with this ebook

And let me know what you discovered that you didn't even think about before...DM me on Instagram or tag me in stories on IG. I'm @JennieHardy

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What do you do to help them calm their nerves?

We are back! And today I give you a treasure trove (times 2!!) of ideas how to help your

anxious child.

Today’s episode is teeming with more great, practical ideas.

Settle in as as we cover 9 MORE Tips that you can use to help calm down your anxious child.

Ok so go use these tips and tricks for your anxious child …I’d love to hear from you what works well, what other things you are trying or have used that work well for your child.

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What do you do to help them calm their nerves?

 Today I give you a treasure trove of ideas how to help your anxious child. Today’s episode is teeming with great, practical ideas.

Join us as we cover 9 Tips that you can use to help calm down your anxious child.

Here's the link we talked about:

Mind Set -- Self Talk Episode 1

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that you are a mom? Do you even practice self-care anymore?

Be encouraged that yes, in fact, taking care of yourself and

“filling up your tank” is a critical part of wellness and contributes to

helping you be a better mom, wife, and overall person.

Wellness is found in five key areas: Spiritual, Physical,

Emotional, Intellectual, & Social. We explore what self-care looks like in

all of these areas of wellness.

Consider this your go-to resource for all the best mama self-care!

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 Yes! Count me in for the 30 Days to Healthy Living

Meal Planning Episode 20

Artificial Sweeteners Episode 9

Hidden Ingredients that are Sabotaging Your Health Episode 7

My FAVE Skincare & Masks

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What does that mean for your kids? What does the start of the school year mean for your meals? What does the start of the school year mean for you, Mama?

We explore the changes in our kids, our family meals, and ourselves as we navigate into the fall season of starting school.

What ways can we as moms promote wellness in our children in the beginning of the school year? We look at emotions, school lunches, staying hydrated, posture and establishing a routine.

How do you get meals on the table now that school has started? What are you feeding your family?

What does the start of the school year mean for your routine and habits, mama? Are you working on creating healthy eating habits? Are you getting into an exercise routine? How do you create healthy habits?

Join our growing community of Mamas that are getting healthy and leading the way for our families to get healthy too.

Links mentioned in this Episode:

Sports Hydration

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So who are we? Well, we are moms…moms from all walks of life with

all different experiences. But the thing that we all have in common is that we

want wellness for ourselves and for our children. We want our children to live

full, purpose-filled lives. We want them to make wise decisions when it comes

to their health, their social lives, their mental state, their finances, their

overall lives.

And who better to set the tone and example for these decisions than us? Their mothers?

Join us as we share our stories together. Today I get personal and share my story to wellness. Where did I come from? What pulled me in? Whether you are struggling with autoimmune issues too or if you just want to avoid health issues altogether, this is the community and the podcast for you. Welcome, Mama.

Let's walk this journey to health together!

Let's connect!

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Episode 9 Artificial Sweeteners

Our family took several trips this summer. We had the advantage of using friends' itineraries, but none of them included gluten free restaurants. Here is my help to you to find good gluten free restaurants in your travels.

Always do your own research and call ahead, as restaurants can change over time, but my hope is this helps you save a lot of time and that you have a fabulous, safe trip!

Let me here your restaurant picks! DM me on IG or screen shot this episode & share it to your stories.

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Do not fear, I have put together a check-list of what you need to think about, how to prep and what to do to find places to eat! This is your go-to travel episode for traveling and eating gluten free!

I dish on what apps to use, how to find great restaurants and even ideas of what snacks to take and how to navigate it all!

This is a must listen for my traveling gluten-free friends!

Let me hear how you prep for a trip and what was helpful for you! DM on IG or screen shot this episode and share it to your stories.

Find Me GF App

Toaster Bags

Gluten Free Cards by LegalNomads

Get started on your gluten free lifestyle today with this ebook!

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As I was processing in my mind the things that he spoke about, I realized the great value his points had, so I wanted to share them with you. You, my audience, who I strive to pour into and build up as best I can. I wanted you to have some of the ahas I walked away with.

My hope is that my takeaways spark something in you and help guide and strengthen you to take steps toward creating the life you truly desire and using the talents and abilities you have to their fullest.

If you are not familiar with Ed Mylett, let me share. Ed Mylett is an inspirational speaker, businessman, author, and business coach. He uses his past experiences to motivate people who want inspiration in their life. His most recent book is The Power of One More.

According to Inc.com, "Ed Mylett is one of the best business leaders, peak performance experts, and motivational speakers in the world..."

I hope you are inspired to take action!

Let me know what YOUR a'has are...screenshot this episode and share to your stories on Instagram...please don't forget to tag me! @JennieHardy I can't wait to hear your a'has!

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In this episode, we:

-break down the difference between chemical sunscreen and mineral sunscreen

-explain why it matters which sunscreen you choose

-discover what oxybenzone is

-add these ingredients to your watch list: avobenzone, octocrylene & ecamsule

-put these ingredients in your vocabulary: zinc oxide, silica, & titanium

-discover why the SPF number is not the best factor to choose a sunscreen

Let us know how this helped you! Screenshot this episode, share it to your stories on Instagram and tag me @jenniehardy

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What is the difference between intermittent fasting and prolonged fasting?

Is fasting even good for you?

What are the secrets of a long healthy life?

What can I do today to impact the length and quality of my life?

Dr. Joseph Antoun joins us and sets the record straight on fasting. Dr. Antoun shares his vast expertise and breaks it down into simple ways for us to picture and understand how our body responds to fasting and the amazing benefits that fasting provides to the body.

But who is Dr. Antoun? I mention in the show that Dr. Antoun has an impressive pedigree.

Dr. Joseph Antoun is CEO & Chairman of the Board of L-Nutra and Member of the Forbes Business Development Council. He's the former CEO of Health Systems Reform, a boutique consultancy aimed at improving public health by reforming health systems, management, and delivery.

Prior to that, he was Director of Health Policy at the University of Chicago, Editor in Chief of the Journal of Health Systems and Reform and head of Business Development for Eli Lilly & Co. He completed his studies in Public Policy at Harvard University, in Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, and his Doctorate in Medicine and Masters’ in Medical and Biological Sciences at Saint Joseph University.

Dr. Antoun  always knew he wanted to help others through medicine, which is why he trained to be a physician. He figured out that medicine was actually sick care, treating patients after their health had already declined. Dr. Antoun wanted to be at the forefront of changing our current healthcare system of sick care to a more proactive approach, which meant taking care of our existing good health. After years of working at pharmaceutical companies and, later, focusing on public health policy he found what he was searching for at L-Nutra, Inc., a cutting-edge nutri-technology company.

As CEO of L-Nutra, Dr. Antoun works with one of the leading global researchers in the area of longevity – Professor Valter Longo, Director of the Longevity Center at USC. Together they provide education and products to support a lifestyle that extends healthspan.

Take a listen to this fascinating and enlightening conversation!

**Some notes from my post-interview conversation with Dr. Antoun:

I shared that fasting clearly has benefits because it is commanded by God in the Bible to the Israelites. Dr. Antoun responded that the word "fasting" is the only common word in all the world religions. I find that fascinating!

To clarify, Dr. Antoun does not recommend water-only fasting. The beauty of the Fasting-Mimicking Diet is that one gains the benefits of fasting but is able to sustain the body by giving nutrients through food.

Dr. Antoun graciously offered a dicsount on the Prolon Box to our audience. To get details and to connect with L-Nutra and get more info, see all the links below.

Check out L-Nutra at l-nutra.com

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Looking for meals to be de-stressed and actually enjoyable?

Do you need peace in your life when it comes to meals?

Then don't miss this epsiode!

Kathy Davis, from Veginspired, comes back to give hot tips and tricks to destress meals and make meal planning easy.

You will discover:

... an easy step-by-step process to plan your meals

...a hot tip on how to choose meals that inspire you

...a golden nugget that is a must-have in planning

...an unique meal you have to try today (I guarantee you've never heard of it!)!

Kathy Davis is a plant-based lifestyle and mindset coach, the CEO of VegInspired, and the author of three cookbooks: Kathy empowers high achieving professionals to elevate their energy by adopting healthy living habits so they can show up at their optimum performance and achieve their goals.🔥 Kathy has been eating and creating vegan meals for more than seven ye years. Over the past two years, she shifted her daily habits to follow a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. She experienced amazing results: renewed energy, a newfound sense of joy, and a healthier mind and body! Kathy’s brand, Veginspired, is dedicated to providing high-achieving professionals and entrepreneurs with the resources to make a similar transformation. She is eager to guide others on their journey so that they can make a more significant impact in the world. Fun fact: Kathy and her husband, John, are living their plant-based dream while simultaneously traveling the United States in an RV with their cat. They’ve been to 26 states and 19 national parks so far, and have a goal to visit all the US national parks!

Carrot Dogs: https://www.veginspired.com/carrot-dogs/

FREEBIE for you!!! www.veginspired.com/podcast

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Website: https://www.veginspired.com

Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Diet Cookbook https://www.veginspired.com/budget-friendly-plant-based/ 

Super Easy Plant-Based Cookbook: https://www.veginspired.com/super-easy-plant-based-cookbook/ 

30-Minute Whole-Food, Plant-Based Cookbook: https://www.veginspired.com/30-minute-wfpb/

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Did you know that feeling undervalued is one of the main reasons why

employees leave their job? Wow!

Practicing Gratitude can improve your business...but also....

Did you know that practicing gratitude improves the immune system?

Did you know that practicing gratitude lowers blood pressure?

In today's episode, we cover 3 main points:

Why is Gratitude important?

What is the science behind Gratitude?

How to incorporate gratitude into your workplace (or life!)

Here's one key thing you'll hear: did you know that five minutes a day writing in a gratitude journal can increase your well-being by more than 10 percent? This is equivalent to doubling your income.

Wow!

...and we're just getting started! Listen in to discover how to incorporate gratitude into your business...and see the results impact your business!

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Risa Groux is a Functional Nutritionist and Certified Autoimmune Coach in private practice in Newport Beach, California. She works with a wide array of clients from professional athletes, adults, and kids to the Biggest Loser from season four. Risa works with issues like diabetes, autoimmune disease, cancer, digestion, thyroid, and hormone imbalances, to name a few. Risa firmly believes that the body can heal itself with whole foods we obtain from the earth and sees living proof of that in her office each day. She looks at root causes using functional nutrition guidelines, blood and stool tests, and knows that weight loss is a side effect of wellness.

Risa shares her wisdom in this fascinating interview. We go deep into thyroid health and how to heal the thyroid, common drivers of all disease, specific tests to use to gauge and monitor your health and the key role food and nutrition plays in healing your body.

Risa breaks down all the major diets and dishes on the pros and cons of each one and who should and should not be using them. We're talking about Paleo, Ketogenic, Autoimmune Protocol, Vegan, Low FODMAP and Low Lectin.

If you want to take control of your health, then this episode is for you.

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Jess Stone is a certified Organic Land Care Professional who breaks it all down for us and lets you in on secrets as to why it does matter how connected to your food source you are. Jess focuses on soil microbiology and believes the crops she grows are just a byproduct of her true wealth — the soil. "The closest thing to health is beneath your feet - it's the soil."

Is there a difference between buying certified organic produce in the store vs buying from local farms?

Can eating local affect your mental health?

What has happened to the soil? What is the difference between "big farm" soil and "local farm" soil and why does that matter?

Is there a connection between between the soil and the gut?

"There is no shortage of food in the world, it's accessibility."

ColdSpring Farm is located in Colchester, CT.

The Farmstand is open daily 7am-7pm

Fresh produce, canned goods, frozen goods, spice blends, coffee, baked goods...oh, and goose eggs too!!

*CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) - YEAR ROUND!!

*Events

*Classes

*Workshops

www.ColdSpringFarmCT.com to learn more about the farm, sign up for farm fresh food

subscriptions,  buy event tickets, and join the CSA!

**10% off for YOU! First time customers, use code "Journey with Jennie" in book at farmstand for 10% off your first purchase. 46 Town Road, Colchester, CT

Episode 16: Gut Health

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What is Gut Health? Why is it so important?

What’s the big deal about gut health? What are the concerns of the gut?

What is the gut microbiota?

What happens when the gut microbiome is damaged? How does the gut microbiota get damaged?

What is leaky gut?

Can I do anything to improve my gut health?

What are the best foods to eat to repair my gut?

Here are 5 Tips to better Gut: Remove, Restore, Reinoculate, Repair, Rebalance

Listen in, change your life

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Vegan Product Choices

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Are your habits moving you forward?

Are your habits helping you create the life you want to be living?

What is the smallest habit you can change, that compounded over time, will move you forward?

What is the best way to wake up and start the day?

What does gum disease have to do with your habits and your overall health?

What is the connection between your daily habits and diabetes?

Why should you bother washing your face before bed?

What is one habit that will greatly reduce the risk of eye disease and headaches?

Listen in, change your habits, change your life.

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Products to help you create healthy habits

Listen, evaluate against your present situation, and see what road makes sense for you to walk down.

You are your child's best advocate - no one knows your child like you do and no one is as invested in your child as you are.

But you need to be equipped with knowledge...here you go.

What struggles does your child have in school?

How does your child learn best?

What is executive function?

What role does nutrition play in my child's learning?

How do you navigate special education?

What is a 504?

What is an IEP?

Listen in to discover tips and tricks how to help your child be as successful in school as possible.

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Episode 6 (Gluten Free)

Episode 7 (Sneaky Ingredients)

Episode 9 (Artificial Sweeteners)

PARENTS: Listen up!! This is for you!

Soooo, what is an autoimmune disease?

How does one get an autoimmune disease?

What are the signs of an autoimmune disease?

What treatment is there for autoimmune diseases?

Why is there a dramatic increase of autoimmune diseases in our children?

What can I do to prevent getting an autoimmune disease?

What is the link between inflammation and autoimmune disease?

Listen to answer these questions about autoimmune diseases...this is everything I want to say to someone when they have questions about autoimmune diseases.

Let me know what you found most shocking!

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As a certified family nutrition coach, Coach Aiyana is passionate about helping you eat your best life. Coach Aiyana is helping parents set up their children for success by creating healthy habits as the standard in the home. Sleep - stress - your outlook on food is all wrapped up into her coaching.

Are you looking to get your kids to eat more veggies?

Are you looking to simply feel better?

Are you looking for weight loss?

Are you looking to reduce the medications you are on?

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Nutrition Course with Coach Aiyana

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Is the quality of our food the same as it was 50 years ago? Do you really need to supplement? Do you know if you are deficient in any vitamins or minerals?

Our bodies need vitamins and minerals...the question is: are you getting sufficient vitamins and minerals? Where are you getting them? How do you know?

Vitamin D, Zinc, Omega 3's do you know what they do? Do you know why these vitamins are important? Do you know if you have enough of them? What if you don't? How do you get the right amount of these vitamins?

Listen to find out! ...and get started on a new healthy habit to serve your body!

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Do you have an amazing idea but don't know where to start? Are you afraid it might not work out? Do you know you want tome freedom but don't know where to start?

What's your excuse you haven't started your business yet?

We dive into the top 5 lies that are robbing you of the joy of starting your business.

Listen, then go start your business!

Am I Ready to Start a Business Quiz (coming)

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What to Say When you Talk to Yourself

Three Feet From Gold

JwJ Ep 1 MindSet

JwJ Ep 5 Employee Mindset Vs Employer Mindset

Are they really so bad for you?

What are artificial sweeteners in?

What illnesses are artificial sweeteners connected to?

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But how do you even go about doing that? What is the first step? What is the next step? …and maybe you’re wondering why? Why would I even want to go vegan?

Well, if you are wondering this, then This episode is for you!

Kathy Davis joins us to share her insights.

Kathy Davis is a plant-based lifestyle and mindset coach, the CEO of VegInspired, and the author of three cookbooks. Kathy empowers high achieving professionals to elevate their energy by adopting healthy living habits so they can show up at their optimum performance and achieve their goals.🔥

Fun benefit – we talk RV life! If Kathy can live a vegan lifestyle in an RV, she sure has tips to share with you to make a vegan lifestyle accessible to you!

 Is it time consuming to go vegan?

How do you incorporate more veggies into your meals?

How do you ensure you get enough protein in your diet?

What is whole food plant-based eating and how does it differ from being Vegan?

Kathy dispels myths regarding the vegan lifestyle, shares tips and tricks to make it easy to live the vegan lifestyle.

To access Kathy’s Meal Planner freebie go to veginspired.com/podcast

To access recipe for Chickpea el pasteur

To access Kathy’s Cookbooks

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Listen to discover 10 very dangerous ingredients that are very commonly found in our foods…and what you find out may shock you. It may even anger you. But I hope it changes your habits!

Use the info in this episode to help you become a super sleuth in the grocery store.

Listen to this episode and you’ll be able to answer these questions:

1. The consumption of what ingredient increased more than 1000% between 1970 & 1990?
2. What are some key words to look for on the labels to avoid these hidden ingredients that are snuck into our foods.
3. What ingredient is added to processed meats to stop bacteria growth but is connected to an increase in Alzheimer’s, cancers, and Parkinson’s.
4. What ingredient is a common additive used to prevent oxidation in a wide variety of foods and cosmetics and is Linked to cancerous tumor growth.
5. What ingredient is made from coal tar and may contain up to 10ppm of lead and arsenic?

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If you are curious why anyone would go Gluten Free, this is for you.

If you are trying to go Gluten Free, this is for you.

If you are Gluten Free but struggle, this is for you.

We cover:

Is Gluten Free living just a fad?

Why would you go Gluten Free?

What are some frustrations and emotions that go along with going Gluten Free

Pitfalls to avoid when going GF

How to succeed in the GF lifestyle

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Which leaves you wondering...can I be an entrepreneur? Do I have what it takes? What is an entrepreneurial mindset? Is your thinking holding you back? In our discussion today, Jennie takes you through the primary differences between thinking like an employee and thinking like an employer. There are differences...and you're going to understand what they are by the end of this episode. Listen and Discover how mindfulness impacts your business (or you starting a business!)

Let's dive in!

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This is the conversation for you! Camille Martin joins us on Journey with Jennie to shed light on weight loss. Discover how dieting is related to self esteem and the importance of our environment in weight loss. Did you know setting a big goal (unrelated to weight) can help you lose weight?

So many nuggets here...and specific tips to help make the shift!

Camille Martin is a registered dietitian, public health writer, and former chronic dieter dedicated to helping women quit dieting, set bigger and better goals, reclaim their excitement for life — and lose weight in the process.

Camille is the owner of Love To Lose and lives in Charlotte, NC, with her two daughters and their rescue dogs.

Check out Camille's book: Love to Lose & Connect with Camille here: https://camillemartinrd.com/

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As a business owner who was burnt out, Joe Perrone knows the feeling well. And he did something about it and changed his life. Now he's joining us on Journey with Jennie to share how he did it and how you can too.

Joe Perrone is a strategist who helps business owners reclaim their time freedom. He believes that your business should run itself, it shouldn’t run you into the ground. Joe has been helping his clients find full enjoyment in everything that they create and do it without burning out. Joe—an entrepreneur himself—owns and operates two successful automotive repair shops. He does it on about 6 hours per week. Joe’s favorite way to invest his reclaimed time is by building strong relationships with his wife, his two young sons, his network and his friends.

Listen in and change your life.

Don't miss this conversation.

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Today's Episode:

Why does taking care of your body matter?

What does movement do for your body? We provide a bunch of ideas of simple ways to move your body every day. No excuses now!

Does it matter what lotion you use? Do you even know what is in your products you put on your body? Do you know what those ingredients do to your body? What don't you want in your products? What DO you want in your products? Learn what can you do better.

So what's in the food you are eating? Do you know what it ultimately is doing to your body? Ask yourself these 3 questions:

Is it alkaline forming?

Is it inflammatory?

How do I feel when I eat it?

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Today's episode:

Want to think like a Gold Medalist? Want to think like a pro athlete? Want to develop the mental toughness of a Navy Seal? Have a goal you want to achieve?

Do you realize how powerful your mind is? Do you mind your mind? Do you even have an awareness of how your mind guides you throughout the decisions you make and the actions you take throughout the day?

So what do you do about it? Have you ever stopped to listen to your thoughts? To really listen? What do you hear?

Learn how to pay attention to your thoughts and what you can do to harness the power so you can move in the direction you want to go.

Books & Articles referenced:

"The Ant and the Elephant" by Vincent Poscente

"The Gift" by Dr Shad Helmstetter

"What to Say When You Talk to Yourself" by Dr Shad Helmstetter

https://www.theladders.com/career-advice/how-to-increase-mental-toughness-4-secrets-of-navy-seals-and-olympians

https://www.selftalkplus.com/

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