Bloating is so common that it is often accepted as the norm, but we’re here to tell you it is NOT normal to feel bloated, distended, and uncomfortably full all the time. Bloating can indicate a deeper root cause of microbiome imbalance, food sensitivities, digestive enzyme inadequacy and more. In this episode, we unpack some of the drivers of bloat as well as tried and true solutions, plus we’ll talk through a typical day of eating on a gut cleanse. In this episode, we discuss 5 ways to beat the...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 369
Do you have a parasite? Are all parasites bad and does everyone need to do a parasite cleanse? In this episode we talk all about parasites! We cover what they are, symptoms of infection, how to treat them…and quite frankly how many people in the wellness space are going overboard with the topic! In this episode, we cover how common parasitic infections are, types of parasites, and symptoms of infection. We discuss testing for parasites, how some can actually benefit the human body, and our favor...
Apr 02, 2024•50 min•Ep. 368
Are you using almond butter, almond milk, or almond flour as a household staple? We don’t want to burst your bubble, but in this episode we discuss concerns with glyphosate and almonds as over 85% of almonds are treated with this chemical. Go down the rabbit hole with us as we discuss glyphosate, oxalates, the environmental impact of almonds, and so much more. In today’s episode we will cover our honest take on almonds and how we plan to make shifts in our households as well as covering concepts...
Mar 25, 2024•52 min•Ep. 367
Why are humans mismatched for our current environment and what can we do about it? How can we re-wild our kids? You’ve heard us talk about our favorite products from Wild Foods for years now, so we figured why not have Colin on the podcast to talk about how he got started with this company, what he’s learned along the way, and share his obsession with longevity, real food, and so much more. In this episode, we go deep with Colin Skuckert on everything from entrepreneurship to favorite supplement...
Mar 18, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 366
How do you travel with kids without screens? What to do about traveler’s constipation? What can I do about oral thrush for my husband? Can you address vaginal odor and recurring UTIs? How to eat clean on the road? In this jam packed Q&A episode, we answer all of these questions and more. In this episode, we answer all of your burning questions about everything from travel snacks for kids without all the carbs, to preventing gut bugs while traveling, to navigating screen time. We also cover s...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 365
We’ve alluded to glyphosate and Roundup Ready GMO crops in many episodes but we haven’t taken the time to really dig deep and ensure our audience is well educated on true exposure, health risk, and most importantly that we are able to leave them empowered with how to use nutrients and food-as-medicine to defend against the likely exposure. In today’s important episode we explain the molecular structure of glyphosate, its use in big ag, the impact on the human body, increases in exposure over the...
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 364
Have you heard the buzz about the new Netflix docuseries, You Are What You Eat? Has another friend told you they are thinking about going vegan “for health reasons”? Not to worry, we watched the docuseries and read the study so you don’t have to! Tune in to hear us give our hot take on the Vegan vs. Omnivore Identical Twin study. In this episode, we respond to the Stanford Vegan Twin study and the docuseries that came out of it. We cover the actual results of the study which were not impressive,...
Feb 26, 2024•52 min•Ep. 363
Are you interested in acupuncture and herbal medicine? Do you know how the placement of needles can stimulate the electrical balance of the body? Do you know what your tongue can tell you about the health of your organs? Tune in to learn from passionate practitioner Noa Sutherland, licensed acupuncturist and owner of Zoi Well clinic and Zoi Medicinals tincture line. In this episode we cover how blocked meridians in your body can drive stagnation and how to stimulate chi. We talk about yin and ya...
Feb 19, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 362
Ready to hear more about Naturally Nourished Kids? Want some drool-worthy recipe inspiration? Want to hear more about bringing the concepts of blood sugar balance, real food, and mastering your macros to life? Tune in to hear us provide hope, inspiration, and excitement as we share how a Naturally Nourished Kids approach can resolve the problems impacting our children from diabetes to obesity, ADHD, and beyond. In this episode, we walk through the outline of our forthcoming book, Naturally Nouri...
Feb 12, 2024•55 min•Ep. 361
Did you know that 5-6 million children have a current diagnosis of ADHD? What about that childhood obesity now impacts 1 in 5 children in the US and that this number has tripled since the 1970s? And that over 20% of youth worldwide struggle with anxiety? In today’s episode we are going to share with you the rising problems plaguing our children from ADHD to obesity to anxiety and depression and diabetes, we are seeing the health of Americans being impacted at younger and younger ages. In this ep...
Feb 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 360
Curious about your micronutrient status? Wonder if you’re still deficient even though you take a multivitamin and eat a whole foods diet? Want to know how a simple blood test can tell you exactly what to supplement with and what foods to focus on? Tune in to learn about micronutrient testing--from the mechanisms of testing, to why you might be deficient in the first place, to how you can use this data to optimize and thrive! In this episode, we will cover micronutrient testing and what trends of...
Jan 29, 2024•34 min•Ep. 359
Is your tea toxic? Did you know that tea, a seemingly healthy beverage, can contain toxic heavy metals, high levels of pesticides, mold and more?! What’s more is that teabags themselves can contain microplastics, forever chemicals, carcinogens! In this episode, we’re spilling the tea…on tea! Learn how conventional tea can be problematic and how to avoid these pitfalls while sipping on tea that supports your wellness goals! In this episode, we interview Tea Blending Master Kim McHugh of True Leaf...
Jan 22, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 358
Still not sure if keto is just a fad? Worried a ketogenic diet is too extreme or hard to follow? Want to understand the mechanisms behind the keto diet and how you can boost your ketone production? Tune in to hear us discuss why keto is a normal, natural metabolic state and how this diet can support brain boost, fertility, weight loss and so much more. In this episode, Ali and Becki argue that ketosis is part of our natural metabolic wiring and a state that the vast majority of people can benefi...
Jan 16, 2024•54 min•Ep. 357
Happy New Year! What are you focusing on in the new year? Do you need some inspiration to take control of your wellness? Not sure where to start or already feeling behind with setting goals for 2024? Tune in to hear us reflect on the ups and downs of 2023 and discuss focus and intention for the year to come! In this episode, we ring in the new year by taking inventory of the past year and discussing our focus for 2024. Learn about choosing a focus word or creating a mantra, balancing the hustle,...
Jan 02, 2024•58 min•Ep. 356
Does fertility suddenly decline after age 35? What factors besides age contribute to infertility? How can we best support robust fertility into our late 30s and early 40s? Tune in to hear us debunk The Fertility Cliff Myth and provide real solutions for optimizing fertility at any age! In this episode, we’re exploring The Fertility Cliff Myth, this idea that fertility suddenly and sharply declines at the magical age of 35. If you’re feeling that your biological clock is ticking, you’ll want to l...
Dec 26, 2023•58 min•Ep. 355
Are you still intermittent fasting but not seeing results? Looking to shake things up, build muscle mass, or reign in your cortisol? Tune in to hear us discuss intermittent fasting, how our take on this practice has changed over time, and how we recommend customizing your fast (or not fasting!) to meet your individual needs! In this episode we talk about why obesity is deeper than calories in and calories out, and dig into different types of fasts and who is the ideal candidate for what type of ...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 354
Can you naturally increase your progesterone? How does stress deplete this important hormone? How does progesterone act differently than synthetic progestin in the body? Tune in to hear us answer these questions and more about our favorite hormone! In this episode we will be talking all about progesterone, its role in the body, why it gets depleted, and so much more. Plus we’ll be covering 10+ natural ways to increase it including diet, supplements and lifestyle tweaks. Also in this episode: 12 ...
Dec 11, 2023•48 min•Ep. 353
Are toxins like BPA, phthalates, and heavy metals destroying your bones? How can we support healthy bones and removal of toxins that may interfere? Tune in to hear us discuss bone health, the role of toxicity on osteoporosis, and food-as-medicine and supplement support to maintain bone health. Toxic metals and endocrine disrupting chemicals (such as BPA in plastic water bottles) interfere with the signaling of osteoblasts our bone building cells while depleting antioxidants and driving bone dest...
Dec 04, 2023•58 min•Ep. 352
Is Athletic Greens worth the $90 per month price tag? Are green powders any better than green smoothies? What is up with proprietary blends? Tune in to hear us discuss trendy greens powders and whether they are worth the hype. In this episode, we dig into the many benefits of greens and why we love adding them to smoothies, salads, and so much more. But are greens powders an adequate replacement? Hear us deconstruct the most popular greens powder label and give you our hot take! Also in this epi...
Nov 27, 2023•49 min•Ep. 351
Thanksgiving caught you by surprise this week? We swear it comes earlier each year! Tune in to get inspired with food-as-medicine goodness, tips for staying on track, and our holiday supplement game plan to navigate everything from alcohol indulgence to coping with holiday stress. In this episode, we recap Halloween fun with our families and share favorite hacks for staying healthy through the holiday season. We’ll also share holiday menu inspiration, ways to survive any gathering without feelin...
Nov 20, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 350
How does oral health relate to whole body health? What are the concerns with root canals, implants, and fillings? What foods and nutrients are best for oral health? Tune in to hear us cover all this and more in this informative episode with Biological Dentist Dr. Joan Sefcik. In this episode, we pick Dr. Joan’s brain about everything from mercury fillings to fluoride and discuss where conventional dentistry took a wrong turn. Learn what you can do to improve your oral health, what to look for in...
Nov 13, 2023•55 min•Ep. 349
According to the CDC, 85% of people will get an HPV infection in their lifetime. Are there ways to naturally prevent and treat HPV? How does HPV infection turn into cervical cancer and what are the risks and benefits of the Gardasil shot? Tune in to hear us address this important issue, covering natural forms of treatment and how to address your primary risk factors. Just like with anything immune related, nutritional and antioxidant status is a primary indicator of infection severity and really...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 348
What’s the deal with Armra and why is every health influencer talking about it? Is there solid research to back up its extraordinary claims? How does colostrum compare to serum bovine immunoglobulins in terms of sourcing, tolerance and efficacy? Tune in to hear us unpack this buzzworthy new product and whether it is worth the hefty price tag. In this episode, we discuss the benefits of colostrum and immunoglobulins and whether Armra is all it's cracked up to be. Whenever we look at a buzzworthy ...
Oct 30, 2023•46 min•Ep. 347
Feel like you or your kids are always getting sick? Not sure how to best support your family during cold, flu and virus season? Want to know our best practices and tricks for keeping the whole household healthy? Tune in to hear us cover how the immune system works, what to do at the first sign of illness or exposure, and how to strategically incorporate food-as-medicine for resilience against disease! In this episode we cover immune support for virus, cold, cough and beyond for all household mem...
Oct 23, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 346
How do rain barrel collection systems work? What is the best way to weather-proof your garden? What do we feed our chickens? Tune in to hear updates from the Miller homestead as well as Ali and Becki’s learnings in backyard chicken keeping, gardening and more! In this episode, we discuss rain barrels and ways to ensure your water supply is clean, how much square footage is needed for collection, and how to add minerals back after filtration. We also chat about keeping chickens alive through the ...
Oct 16, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 345
Have you heard of Lp(a)? Want to know how you can lower this important cardiovascular risk marker? Tune in to hear us discuss lipoprotein a, what it means, ideal ranges, and how you can lower it naturally to decrease your risk. Lp(a) is an independent risk factor for heart disease and stroke, yet often overlooked or left unchecked. Conventional treatment with statin drugs can actually increase Lp(a) values by 15-20%, increasing your risk. In this episode we will discuss natural ways to lower Lp(...
Oct 09, 2023•57 min•Ep. 344
Did you know that cell phone radiation is classified by the World Health Organization as a possible carcinogen, in the same category as lead, DDT and jet fuel? Are you aware that the US is currently operating with safety guidelines set in 1996 when it comes to cell phones and EMF radiation? Did you know that cell phones have fine print warnings explicitly stating they should be kept at a distance from your body? Tune in to hear us interview Theodora Scarato of Environmental Health Trust about ce...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 343
What causes hot flashes and how can they be resolved? How do the new postpartum depression drugs work? Should women use testosterone pellets? Tune in to hear us discuss women’s hormones from 30s to 50s and answer all of your burning questions. In this episode, we discuss the root causes of hot flashes and how sauna may actually help with menopause symptoms. We cover natural ways to boost progesterone and support postpartum mental health. Plus we troubleshoot long cycles, worsening PMS after babi...
Sep 25, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 342
Is Apple Cider Vinegar a miracle worker or too good to be true? What about the ACV gummies and capsules that are becoming so popular? Tune in to hear us review the literature on apple cider vinegar and discuss the myriad of research supported benefits. In this episode, we cover the many health benefits of apple cider vinegar, from its antimicrobial effects, to the impact on blood sugar, to weight loss and appetite suppression and much more. Plus we discuss culinary and topical uses and our favor...
Sep 18, 2023•48 min•Ep. 341
Are you squeamish about eating organs? Heard about the benefits but scared to try? Want to know how organs and other traditional foods can improve athletic performance, energy and so much more? Tune in to hear us interview the founders of Noble Origins, Harry Gray and Brett Ender, on how and why you should eat more organs! In this episode, we interview Brett and Harry, hosts of The Meat Mafia Podcast and co-founders of Noble Origins, a once-daily, animal-based form of nutrition. We dig into the ...
Sep 11, 2023•55 min•Ep. 340
