“Balancing your hormones” has become a popular catch phrase, but today’s guest, Dr. Erin, describes it more as “finding harmony. “ She started her career as a chiropractor and shifted over to women’s health after experiencing a lack of comprehensive care in her own health journey. We talk about all the foundations of happy hormones and what you can do today to get yours in the right path. Tune in to begin your journey of taking your health into your own hands! Follow Erin on Instagram Erin's Nat...
Jun 13, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Have you ever compromised your sleep schedule in order to get a few more hours of “rest and relaxation” in doom scrolling or binging your favorite show? I definitely have. Whether you’re a mom or not, it can often feel like the only real free time we get is in the late hours. This week, I polled my audience to ask what has been the hardest thing about healing or going more holistic? And you’re going to want to tune in because I took my audiences answer, and went on a deep dive. In this Episode, ...
May 30, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Supplementing with Vitamin D has been all the rage in the past few years. But today, I’m giving you a not so popular, but important perspective that will hopefully help you make an informed decision for your health. Statistically, the majority of people with chronic health conditions do have low Vitamin D levels. So the assumption was made in the medical community (pretty early on) that supplementing with Vitamin D would have a beneficial effect. But, an article released by some of the most publ...
May 23, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 17
With summer fast approaching, questions about sun exposure and sunscreen are resurfacing. So let’s talk about it! With conflicting information from bloggers, holistic health practitioners, dermatologists, and the media, it can be hard to know what to believe. A lot of extreme narratives tend to cause confusion and pose a real health risk for people who are just trying to safe. So whether you're a parent wanting to protect your kids at the pool or someone who wants to make informed decisions abou...
May 16, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 16
I put my Hashimotos into remission. Dr. Hannah Lindsey, our guest today healed her Crohns disease through her diet alone. I’m so excited about this episode because it hits close to home after the health struggles I, and so many in my audience, have been through. Dr. Lindsey knew she wanted to become a naturopathic physician after her own personal experience with Crohns disease and never looked back. If you’re somebody with thyroid issues, you’re not going to want to miss this. On todays episode,...
May 09, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 15
When you think of pollution, I'm willing to bet the first image that comes to mind is smog. But what if I told you that according to the Environmental Protection Agency, the levels of indoor air pollutants in your home are between 2 and 5 times higher than outdoors? So if you’re a citizen of a developed country who spends 90% of your time indoors, detoxing your indoor air should definitely be a priority. This is the third and final installment of my Spring Cleaning Series so if you’re currently ...
May 02, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Are you ready for a really bold statement? In my honest opinion, and one that I strongly believe is backed by all the data and all the science, your dryer sheets and fabric softeners are most likely the most toxic product in your entire home. Let that sink in for a moment. Not only are they full of toxins, but they also have multiple exposure pathways. They’re polluting the air in your home while also soaking your clothing in toxins. So, i’m arming you with all of the knowledge you need to swap ...
Apr 25, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In honor of Spring cleaning, i’m starting a three part cleaning series. Each of the next three episodes will be my bite-sized hot takes and we’re starting off strong by tackling laundry detergent. Laundry detergent should be one of the items at the top of your list for detoxifying your home goods. Not only are we exposed to a laundry detergents toxins through our clothing, but we’re also breathing in polluted air as our washing machine runs and sleeping in toxic sheets. Download the Green Cleani...
Apr 18, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Are you someone who suffers from seasonal allergies? Until a few years ago, I thought I had a super power that allowed me to side step allergy season. But after moving to Virginia, seasonal allergies hit me hard. The itchy eyes, sinus pressure, and headache-y feeling is downright miserable. So today, i’m telling you all about the natural remedies that have allowed me to actually enjoy springtime. This is one of my most requested episodes. No one wants to move through Spring like a Zombie because...
Apr 11, 2023•22 min
Chiropractic care is surrounded by a world of misconceptions. Years ago, I truly thought the only reason to get a chiropractic adjustment was if I had a major injury. So today, i’m chatting with my personal and longtime chiropractor, Dr. Rachel Richards. Dr. Rachel finds her work as a chiropractor to be fulfilling because she really believes in the power her work has to change her patients lives. We’re digging in to all things chiropractic care from the origin story of chiropractics to how you c...
Apr 04, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Today i’m having a conversation around food and diet culture that I hope starts to make its way into the wellness space. Deena is a holistic and integrative health coach who guides mothers and families all over the world to remove the chore from food and cultivate a more joyful and confident relationship with your choices. She is a guiding light when it comes to holistic-centered eating. Deena shares how her own journey with disordered eating and how it led her down the path to helping other wom...
Mar 28, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Living a toxin-free life does not mean you need to be hyper-vigilant to the point of exhaustion. If you’re overwhelmed and anxious because of your pursuit of a cleaner lifestyle, this is your sign to take a step back. I see a lot of parallels happening in the wellness industry right now between the dogmatic diet culture and the clean living space. I am passionate because I think the secrecy of what companies are putting in your products needs to come to light. But even a good, healthy thing can ...
Mar 21, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Ladies.. have you noticed lots of new period products showing up in your social media feeds that are being marketed as toxin-free, organic, and sustainable? Considering that so many tampons are being used and women are literally putting them in our vagina, you would think that ingredient and safety information would be a top priority. Unfortunately, the conventional tampons that you grew up with and might still use today have a short list of toxins that should be avoided. Get this - tampons, pad...
Mar 14, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 7
It's estimated that over 20 million people in the United States have some form of thyroid condition, and almost 60% of those people have no idea. On today’s “Ask Me Anything” episode, I am answering Diana’s question about what a full thyroid panel is and why you need it. Most doctors will run TSH levels if thyroid issues are suspected, but they stop there. I give the full run down on why that’s not good enough and the exact panels you’ll need to have to know if you have a thyroid issue. A full t...
Mar 07, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Are you someone who struggles with anxiety? If you said yes, you aren't alone. More than 20% of the population in the United States struggles with some form or anxiety, persistent worry or racing thoughts. In this episode, I'm talking with Kristin Ramirez, LPC, a licensed professional counselor and clinical anxiety treatment professional with 17 years of experience . She's sharing strategies and tools to help you effectively reduce anxiety, naturally. After listening to this episode, you’ll unde...
Feb 28, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Are there toxins in your tap water? This episode will introduce you to the Environmental Working Groups Tap Water Tool , where you can look up your zip code to see what contaminants are lurking in your tap water. Wendy will walk you through all the ways that the Safe Drinking Water Act isn't so safe after all and what kind of drinking water filter is the best option for you. Resources: Shop by top water filter picks here. Free Download: Tossing the Toxins Show Notes If you enjoyed this week's ep...
Feb 21, 2023•13 min
Julie Kennedy is an integrative health practitioner and personal trainer who specializes in women's hormones. She built a successful business from her passion for fitness, but she is no stranger to battling over working out and under under nourishing her body. Eventually, those unhealthy habits led to her suffering from ovarian cysts, painful cycles and serious hormone imbalances. Now she’s showing women how to honor their bodies by adjusting their diet, workouts, and social life according to th...
Feb 14, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 3
The first thing I tell people to do when they embark of their holistic living journey is to ditch fragrances. It’s the first but also often the hardest step to embrace. Fragrances are deeply rooted in our memories of what grandma was cooking as a child and fresh sheets on a Sunday morning. That’s why going natural and fragrance-free can be such a difficult step to take. But today, i’m going to tell you WHY you should try to eliminate fragrances from your household. Companies have been manipulati...
Feb 14, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Are you looking to live a more holistic lifestyle but you’re unsure where to start? I’ve got two words for you: Endocrine Disruptors. In this episode, you’ll get a crash course on endocrine disruptors.. what they are and why you should avoid them. I’ll start by breaking down how they impact your health and contribute to hormone imbalances linked to PMS, PCOS, infertility, breast cancer, birth defects, thyroid disorders and so much more. This episode isn’t intended to fear monger, it’s intended t...
Feb 14, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome to The Detox Dilemma podcast. I am so excited to finally be here with you! I'm your host Wendy. I'm an environmental lawyer who now specializes in the regulation of toxins and I'm also a clean living coach teaching women to kick toxins out of their life. In this episode, you'll learn more about what you can expect from The Detox Dilemma. As the weeks go by, we'll explore all things low tox living, natural wellness and holistic health. You do not have to be a hippie to be more holistic. I...
Jan 29, 2023•8 min
