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Green Living with Tee

Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnesthegreenlivinggurus.com
Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes, is a Household Toxins Health Specialist. For over 40 years, she has been researching, studying, and talking about toxins in your life and home and how they can affect your health. She helps you reduce your exposure to chemicals that are in your personal care and cleaning products, food, and other items in your home that expose you to harmful chemicals. She guides you in having a low-tox lifestyle that can reduce the risk of potentially chemical-induced illnesses, cancer, and other autoimmune diseases and increase the odds of a long, healthy, vital life, all while creating a clean and green environment for you and your loved ones— including your pets! This podcast is the place for invaluable information and conversations with Doctors, Scientists, and others who are very knowledgeable in their fields of work on living a low-tox life.
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Episodes

Sweta Vikram: Practicing Self-Care with Ayurveda

This week Tee welcomes Sweta Vikram for a wonderful conversation about Ayurvedic self-care practices and her journey into embracing an Ayurvedic lifestyle. Sweta is an international speaker, best-selling author, and Doctor of Ayurveda with a postgraduate degree in Sports Nutrition. Sweta’s journey began after consistently questioning the uniformity of dietary recommendations across diverse backgrounds. Before embracing Ayurveda, Sweta found herself on the cancer watchlist, struggling for breath ...

May 06, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 210

David Medansky: Avoiding Processed Foods and Deceptive Marketing

In this episode, Tee welcomes David Medansky to discuss deceptive marketing tactics in the food, pharmaceutical, and weight loss industries that prioritize profits over health. David is a best-selling author and speaker known for helping people lead healthier lives. In this chat, David shares his personal journey from struggling with weight issues to losing 50 pounds and keeping it off after a serious health warning from his doctor. The conversation also covers the importance of avoiding ultra-p...

Apr 29, 202443 minSeason 1Ep. 209

Matthew Frederick: Avoiding Toxins in Personal Care Products

This week Tee is excited to welcome Matthew Frederick the founder of Nobiesse Laboratories. His mission is to push the boundaries of what's possible in these fields, of skincare and he is committed to creating high-quality, personal care products and services designed to enhance and extend human life. Driven by a deep-seated passion for transformative change, Matthew founded Nobiesse to fill a significant gap in the consumer market: the need for authentic Do-No-Harm products that prioritize cons...

Apr 22, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 208

Dr. Leona Allen: How Toxins Contribute To Weight Issues

This week Tee is excited to welcome Dr. Leona Allen, a licensed chiropractor and founder of Freedom Health Systems . In this episode, Dr. Allen and Tee discuss the often-overlooked relationship between toxins and weight issues. Dr. Leona also shares her journey from struggling with weight loss after the birth of her two boys and discovering the significant impact of toxins on overall health. Dr. Allen also emphasizes the importance of detoxifying on a cellular level to improve health and facilit...

Apr 15, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 207

Xenia Brandstetter: Recovering Naturally From an Autoimmune Disease

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Xenia Brandstetter who shares her transformative journey from battling multiple autoimmune diseases in her twenties to becoming a symptom-free wellness coach. Initially working in finance and living a seemingly dream life, Xenia’s health deteriorated, leading to a diagnosis of autoimmune hepatitis and Crohn's disease. She discusses the challenges of dealing with vague symptoms, the conventional medical system's focus on medication without exploring root caus...

Apr 08, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 206

Kim Rahir: How to Improve Your Health and Happiness by Building Muscle

This week, Tee is excited to welcome Kim Rahir live from Madrid, Spain for an empowering talk about the benefits of building muscle in your midlife and beyond. Kim is a 60-year-old mother of three who was diagnosed with MS 10 years ago and decided to ignore her doctor's advice and muscle her way back to a happy life. This year she became European Champion in Masters Weightlifting in her age and weight category. This journey inspired her to leave her career in journalism in her 50s and become a h...

Apr 01, 202437 minSeason 1Ep. 205

Dr. Mani Kukreja: A Talk About Healthy Aging

This week Tee is thrilled to welcome Dr. Mani Kukreja for a great talk about aging. Dr. Kukreja is the Director of Integrative Health and Wellness at ResBioti . In this episode, Dr. Mani outlines the scientific theories behind aging, describing it as a complex biological process characterized by the decline of cellular function, which environmental toxins and lifestyle stressors can accelerate. She advocates for preventative measures to mitigate these effects, focusing on nutrition, consistent e...

Mar 25, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 204

Alicia McCarthy: Healthy Home: A Deep Dive into Safer Cleaning and Disinfection Practices

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Alicia McCarthy for a deep dive into safer cleaning and disinfection practices in our home. A growing number of studies have identified cleaners as a group at risk for adverse health effects on the skin and the respiratory tract. Chemical substances present in cleaning products could be responsible for these effects. Alicia is here to guide listeners through the science of better and safer cleaning while also offering tips on what to look for in safe cleanin...

Mar 18, 202434 minSeason 1Ep. 203

Dr. Shivani Gupta: Ayurvedic Lifestyle and the Power of Detox

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Dr. Shivani Gupta for an enlightening conversation about the detoxifying and healing properties of Ayurveda. Dr. Shivani is an Ayurvedic Specialist and the founder of Fusionary Formulas , an Ayurvedic supplement company that helps people with inflammation and pain. As an expert in fusing Eastern and Western practices, Dr. Shivani helps her clients achieve equilibrium through the practice of ancient Ayurvedic methods. Dr. Shivani completed her Master’s in Ayu...

Mar 11, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 202

Creating a Healthy Home with Dr. Lum Frundi

This week Tee welcomes Dr. Lum Frundi to the podcast to illuminate and inform listeners about the risk of potential toxins and how they can affect you and your family's well-being. Dr. Lum is a board-certified pediatrician and the founder of Generational Wellbeing. Her passion defines and drives her teaching of healthy habits and how to create sustainable generations. As a practicing Pediatrician based in Georgia, Dr. Frundi brings a wealth of medical knowledge and expertise to her role as the d...

Mar 04, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 201

Stacy Malesiewski: Why Indoor Air Is So Important to Our Health

To celebrate our 200th episode Tee is so excited to welcome Stacy Malesiewski from Austin Air Systems for a wonderful conversation about the importance of purifying your indoor air and how Austin Air Purifiers stand apart from other low-quality “air purifiers” on the market. Mold, VOCs, dust, wildfire smoke, and other allergens can all compromise air quality and your health. EPA studies of human exposure to air pollutants indicate that indoor levels of pollutants may be two to five times — and o...

Feb 26, 202436 minSeason 1Ep. 200

Mahwish Syed: How My Cancer Journey Opened My Eyes to the Hidden Toxins in My Home

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Mahwish Syed for an inspirational and affirming talk about the power of holistic design and overcoming the many challenges of cancer and cancer recovery. Mahwish is an award-winning fashion and interior designer, celebrated author, cancer survivor, and devoted mother. Her creations have adorned bodies and homes for over two decades, fostering spaces that nurture and heal. Featured in distinguished publications like the New York Times, Architectural Digest, E...

Feb 19, 202430 minSeason 1Ep. 199

Liz Harriman: How Flame Retardants Can Affect Your Health

This week, Tee is excited to welcome Liz Harriman for a discussion of the dangers of flame retardants to you and your family's health. Since the 1970s, flame-retardant chemicals have been added to many types of products, from furnishings to mattresses, carpets, electronics, and household appliances. We are exposed to toxic flame retardants through inhalation of dust particles containing these chemicals, whether it’s in consumer products, textiles, or furniture that contain flame retardants. The ...

Feb 12, 202431 minSeason 1Ep. 198

Brandon Faust: Unearthing the Hidden & Dangerous Impacts of Having Mold in Your Home

This week, Tee is delighted to welcome Brandon Faust to the podcast for an in-depth conversation about the hidden dangers of mold, the secrets behind detecting mold in your home, and the advancements in remediation technologies and techniques. Brandon is the visionary owner and founder of Mold Solutions, an industry-leading Indoor Air Quality company specializing in top-tier remediation, atomized sanitization, and duct cleaning services. Driven by a personal journey rooted in his commitment to h...

Feb 05, 202444 minSeason 1Ep. 197

Dr. Bobbie & Dr. Jess: Green Living through Gardening: The Health Benefits You Might Not Realize

This week Tee is excited to chat with two Green-Loving Doctors about gardening and the health benefits of both connecting with nature and connecting with yourself. Bobbie and Jess are two physical therapists who, according to their website, are ”doing their best to keep their sanity and enjoy each day in this crazy life.” Dr. Jess is the owner and founder of Core Essentials Physical Therapy in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. She specializes in Breast Cancer Recovery complex musculoskeletal disorder...

Jan 29, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 196

Nurse Bec: Back to the Basics

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Rebecca Krauss for a great conversation about getting back to the basics of our health and eliminating toxins from our everyday environment. Rebecca, or Nurse Bec as she is widely known, is an oncology nurse, nontoxic lifestyle coach, and mom. Exhausted and frustrated from seeing so many sick patients, she dove into the research of environmental medicine. Through a relentless pursuit of answers, fueled by curiosity and the personal tragedy of miscarriages an...

Jan 22, 202432 minSeason 1Ep. 195

Brenda Wollenberg & Alicia Mazari-Andersen: Reset Your Genes & Rewrite Your Future: The Role of Epigenetics in Detoxification

This week Tee is so excited to welcome Brenda Wollenberg and Alicia Mazari-Andersen for an in-depth and enlightening conversation about the role that your genes play in detoxification and the emerging field of science known as Epigenetics. Brenda Wollenberg is a specialist in natural wellness programs with a unique blend of experience as a social worker, co-leader of a faith community, and nutritionist. Over the decades, she has developed proficiency in helping clients understand the science of ...

Jan 15, 202448 minSeason 1Ep. 194

Kelly Durbin: How to Support Sustainable Infant Feeding

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Kelly Durbin to the show for an enlightening and unique conversation about sustainable infant feeding and the power of human milk. Kelly is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), childbirth educator, author, and volunteer breastfeeding counselor. She has co-authored original research on breastfeeding topics, including access to lactation care, community breastfeeding support, tele-lactation, and community vulnerability, published in n...

Jan 08, 202435 minSeason 1Ep. 193

Alexx Stuart: How to Live a Low-Tox Life in 2024

To ring in 2024 Tee is thrilled to welcome Alexx Stuart to the podcast! Alexx is an educator and change agent who founded Low Tox Life in 2010. After seeing the lack of transparency in our food system, personal care, and cleaning products, Alexx is a true pioneer in green living and low-tox lifestyle. She has built a movement that's non-judgmental and committed to providing real support for real people wanting to make better choices for their health and our planet. A sought-after speaker and con...

Jan 01, 202449 minSeason 1Ep. 192

Dr. Tracy Gapin: How Toxins & Lifestyle Choices Lower Testosterone Levels

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Dr. Tracy Gapin back to the show for an in-depth conversation about the current health crises as it pertains to lowering testosterone rates in men and what is causing it. Dr. Gapin is a board-certified urologist, leading men’s health and performance expert, and founder of The Gapin Institute. Dr. Gapin's pioneering work has not only been transformative for his patients but has captured national media attention. He has been featured on CNN, Fox News, and The ...

Dec 25, 202330 minSeason 1Ep. 191

Kate Boyle: Improve Your Life with Movement and Nutrition

This week Tee is excited to welcome Kate Boyle for a great chat about movement, pilates, and proper nutrition. Kate is passionate about holistic health and great movement. She specializes in helping clients eliminate pain and build strength and flexibility through easy healthy habits and great movement practices. With more than 16 years of experience in the health and fitness field, she is passionate about helping people move well, eliminate pain, and live a balanced life by prioritizing their h...

Dec 18, 202326 minSeason 1Ep. 190

Dani Rosenblad James: How Keeping a Positive Mindset Shapes Your Future

This week Tee is excited to welcome Dani Rosenblad James for a conversation about positive thinking, recovery from traumatic injuries, natural pain relief, and physical therapy. Driven by her desire to inspire and uplift others through her remarkable journey, Dani’s path has been marked by challenges, including a life-altering traumatic brain injury that ignited a profound transformation. Originally, Dani embarked on unconventional adventures such as hitchhiking and working as a marijuana farmer...

Dec 11, 202323 minSeason 1Ep. 189

Amayra Morales: Clean Beauty Using the Ancient Wisdom of Ayurveda

This week Tee is excited to bring you a conversation she had with Amayra Morales about the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and the beauty of natural skin care. In her “past life”, Amayra was busy climbing the corporate ladder until she hit her lowest health point. After burning herself out Amayra ended up in the hospital desperately unaware of the cause of her ailments. After she was released Amayra went from specialist to specialist to try to find answers to the long list of symptoms she was experie...

Dec 04, 202347 minSeason 1Ep. 188

Dr. Gala Gorman: The Effects of Chronic Stress on Your Health

This week Tee is excited to welcome Dr. Gala Gorman for a discussion on the effects of chronic stress and toxins on our health and happiness. Dr. Gala Gorman is a licensed acupuncturist, naturopath, and author who offers practical advice and programs to reverse health issues resulting from chronic stress. She helps women relieve their symptoms, restore their energy, and reclaim their "Super Woman" status. Dr. Gala advocates for getting to the root cause of our health issues and treating them nat...

Nov 27, 202336 minSeason 1Ep. 187

Jodi Scott: The Hidden Impact of Your Skincare Choices on Your Health and the Environment

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Jodi Scott for a conversation about healthy skincare and the environmental effects of cosmetics and over-the-counter medicines. Jodi is a visionary force in the Health and Wellness space, boasting over two decades of experience dedicated to redefining the boundaries of human health. With a Master's Degree in Health Psychology, a background in pre-med, and a specialization in the captivating field of Psychoneuroimmunology, Jodi’s journey has been an explorati...

Nov 20, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 186

David Steinman: A Parent's Guide to Minimizing Chemical Exposures to Children

This week Tee is excited to welcome author and investigative journalist, David Steinman for a conversation about his powerful new book Raising Healthy Kids: Protecting Your Children from Hidden Chemical Toxins Every Day. David is the director of the Chemical Toxin Working Group and one of America’s premier environmental activists. In his book, David shows how today’s most popular items–from bubble baths to cereal to cleaning products and snack foods are contaminated with unacceptable levels of c...

Nov 13, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 185

Frank Davis: US Nutrition and How Whole Food Nutrients Are the Missing Link

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Frank Davis! He has been in the health and wellness industry for over 30 years and is passionate about providing effective and uncompromising nutritional products. As a child, Frank had every conceivable childhood disease and struggled throughout childhood and adolescence with a compromised immune system. In his early 40s after dealing with hepatitis, mononucleosis, and pneumonia, Frank ended up with chronic fatigue syndrome which incapacitated him and natur...

Nov 06, 202336 minSeason 1Ep. 184

Dr. Yug Varma: Skin Microbiome and How It Relates to Acne

This week Tee was delighted to welcome Dr. Yug Varma, Ph.D. for an educational look at the causes of acne and how skin microbiome relates to his company's revolutionary new treatment. Dr. Varma has 10+ years of microbiome research experience including an extensive background in bio-organic chemistry, microbiology, and synthetic biology. Dr. Varma received his scientific training at several distinguished academic institutions, including Johns Hopkins University (Ph.D.) and the University of Calif...

Oct 30, 202327 minSeason 1Ep. 183

Amy Behimer: Dial Up Autoimmune Health by Dialing Down Toxic Habits

This week Tee is delighted to welcome Amy Behimer for an in-depth conversation about autoimmune health and reducing toxic habits. Amy brings together her fifteen years of experience as a pharmacist, health coach, and MS warrior to help people with autoimmune diseases take control of their health so they can feel better today and worry less about tomorrow. She believes in using science, real-life strategies, and self-insight to support people on their way to their most full and energized life. Am...

Oct 23, 202330 minSeason 1Ep. 182

Susana Puelles: The Impact of Glyphosate on Fertility & Hormone Imbalances

This week Tee was delighted to welcome Susana Puelles L.Ac. to discuss how hormone health and environmental toxins affect fertility and imbalances in women's health. Susana is a holistic hormone and fertility specialist who helps women heal their wombs and get pregnant naturally. As a Functional & Chinese medicine practitioner and acupuncturist, she helps women reverse decades of damage and replenish reserves to fix their cycle, and live pain and medication-free, while boosting their success...

Oct 16, 202347 minSeason 1Ep. 181
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