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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, we're taking a literal "breath of fresh air"! I sit down with breathing expert Patrick McKeown, who explains how something as simple as changing the way you breathe can completely transform your health. Patrick dives into the Buteyko Method, a powerful technique that targets conditions like asthma, sleep apnea, and anxiety by focusing on nasal breathing and reducing over-breathing. He also reveals why mouth breathing is the sneaky culprit behind many common health problemsāand how you can start breathing better today for a calmer, more energized life. Trust me, you'll never think about breathing the same way again!
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
What is the Buteyko Method?Why nasal breathing is life-changingHow mouth breathing hurts kids' developmentHow sleep apnea isn't just an airway problemWhy "take a deep breath" isn't the best advice for anxietyABOUT GUEST:
Patrick McKeown is a world-leading breathing expert with over 20 years of experience coaching thousands to improve their health, focus, and athletic performance. Heās the bestselling author of The Oxygen Advantage, Asthma Free Naturally, and Atomic Focus, and his research has been featured in top journals like the Journal of Clinical Medicine. Founder of the Buteyko Clinic International and creator of the Oxygen AdvantageĀ® program, Patrick has trained thousands of breathing instructors worldwide. Heās a TEDx speaker and regularly appears in publications like USA Today, MindBodyGreen, and Menās Health, advocating for the power of breath therapy in healthcare and sports.WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://oxygenadvantage.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oxygenadvantage/
Website: https://buteykoclinic.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrickmckeownofficial/WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Over restriction is deadWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You donāt have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the rest
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Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with the brilliant Dr. Scott Sherr, whoās here to give us the lowdown on a little-known powerhouse called methylene blue. This isnāt your average health talkāDr. Sherr dives into how this vibrant blue compound can supercharge your cells, boost your energy, and even support fertility!
Weāre covering everything from the science behind methylene blue to its amazing benefits for chronic conditions like fatigue, long COVID, and mold toxicity. If youāve been curious about how to optimize your mitochondria and up your energy game, this episode is packed with juicy details you donāt want to miss. Plus, we get into the nitty-gritty of why dosing matters and how to make methylene blue work for you.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
What is methylene blue & where does it come from?How methylene blue boosts mitochondrial energy & resilienceOptimal dosing is crucialātoo much can cause oxidative stress. Long-term, high doses may affect gut flora, so monitor and adjust as neededSafe for most but watch with high blood pressureEffective for chronic issues like Lyme and mold illness!! For a discount on Troscriptions Methylene Blue use code LESSSTRESSED
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Dr. Scott Sherr is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician specializing in Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). As the COO of Troscriptions, he develops physician-formulated buccal troches for energy, focus, sleep, and more. He also leads Health Optimization Medicine and Practice (HOMe/HOPe), a nonprofit that trains practitioners in health optimization. Dr. Sherr's clinical practice integrates HOMe principles with advanced HBOT protocols, comprehensive lab testing, and targeted supplementation.WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://hbot.plus/integrativehbot
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drscottsherr/
Website: https://troscriptions.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions/
Nonprofit: https://homehope.org/WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, get ready for an eye-opening chat with the incredible Dr. Bill Rawls. Dr. Rawls is the ultimate expert in turning health crises into opportunities for a vibrant life, and today, heās spilling all the tea on how herbs can be your secret weapon against chronic illness. š±
We dive deep into Bill's journey from being knocked down by chronic Lyme disease to rising up stronger with the power of herbs and holistic therapies. Trust me, his insights on cellular wellness will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about staying healthy. We also tackle the big question: Why are herbs so much better than antibiotics?
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
The five sneaky factors that stress out your cells (and how to fix them!)Why herbs are the real MVPs in your wellness toolkit šHow to keep those pesky microbes from taking over your lifeDo microbes create a resistance to herbs?Chronic illness often stems from reactivated dormant microbesA healthy nervous system is key to preventing chronic illnessSymptoms provide more insight into your health than lab testsABOUT GUEST:
For over 30 years, Dr. Bill Rawls dedicated his life to medicine. After a chronic Lyme disease diagnosis revealed the limits of modern medicine, he turned to holistic and herbal therapies, restoring his health and inspiring a focus on cellular wellness. Now, through his bestselling books, Unlocking Lyme and The Cellular Wellness Solution, and as the founder of Vital Plan, Dr. Rawls advocates for the power of herbal phytochemicals in defending against illness. His signature Restore Kitā¢ has helped thousands reclaim their health. As a bestselling author and speaker, Dr. Rawls makes complex science accessible to all.WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://vitalplan.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitalplan/
Website: https://rawlsmd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rawlsmd/WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Dr. Jen Johannsen. Jen is a dentist by trade, but sheās also a self-development nerd with a passion for financial, time, and emotional freedom. Join us as we dive into her journey from dealing with seasonal depression to becoming a self-care advocate and nervous system health enthusiast.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
The impact of nervous system health on our daily livesPractical tools for emotional well-beingThe transformative power of Dr. David Hawkins' Map of Consciousness.Mentorshipās role in personal growth and self-discoveryWhy regular practice and self-care routines are essential for lasting changeHow understanding the polyvagal theory can help you manage stressABOUT GUEST:
Dentist by profession and a self-development nerd by passion. Weāre debt-free (mortgage included) and Iāve scaled back to working 12 hours per week. Iām deeply passionate about financial freedom, time freedom, and emotional freedom. I am endlessly fascinated by how we can shift ourselves internally, and radically change our perceptions and experiences. Much of our interaction with the world around us is filtered through the lens of our (often negative) mental chatter. Through a combination of medical knowledge, tools for nervous system regulation, and a lot of trial and error, Iāve drastically improved my baseline mood and have teachable tools to return to it. If any small thing Iāve learned helps someone else or builds belief, thatās a win!WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://grounded-now.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grounded.now.with.dr.jen/WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
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Where we'll rejuvenate, realign with vision & values, pursue our zone of genius, improve all business relationships (w self, money, coworkers, clients/customers), and plan for less stress in 2025. https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/mountainretreat -
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by the amazing Dr. Tom Ingegno, clinician, speaker, and bestselling author of "The Cupping Book." In this episode, we dive into the world of cupping and acupuncture, exploring how these ancient practices boost blood flow, enhance lymphatic drainage, and support overall health. Dr. Tom shares fascinating history, emotional benefits, and practical tips for safe home use. Discover why consistency is key and how these therapies can elevate your self-care game! Tune in for a lively conversation that blends ancient wisdom with modern wellness, and let's get less stressed together! š§āØ
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
How cupping and acupuncture enhance circulationHow cupping improves lymph flowSafe and effective ways to use cupping at homeHow cupping effects physical and emotional well-beingRegular therapy sessions lead to better, faster resultsABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Tom Ingegno, DACM, LAC, is a clinician, speaker, and the best-selling author of The Cupping Book: Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Healing.
Dr. Tom owns and operates Charm City Integrative Health, which provides a multidimensional approach to reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and regulating the immune system to help people thrive.
In addition to a quarter century of clinical experience, Dr. Tom has taught at two universities of East Asian Medicine and served as Chair of the Maryland Board of Acupuncture. His professional passion is to help patients and like-minded practitioners develop no-nonsense practices to allow people to maximize their health.WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://www.charmcityintegrative.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccintegrative/WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
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A special thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode. Get a discount on any of their products. Use the code lessstressed10I have a few spots left for the farm to table business retreat Iām hosting in a couple months in Bozeman MT--
Where we'll rejuvenate, realign with vision & values, pursue our zone of genius, improve all business relationships (w self, money, coworkers, clients/customers), and plan for less stress in 2025. https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/mountainretreat -
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Dr. Stacy Barczak Baker, a traditional Naturopath who specializes in Functional Medicine. In this episode, we explore the importance of blood sugar regulation, mindset, and lifestyle to help in achieving optimal health. We discuss cultural differences in dining habits, highlighting how community and movement in European countries contribute to better health despite late meal times. Dr. Stacy also covers signs of blood sugar issues, the impact of subconscious thoughts on physical health, and the value of observing and changing thought patterns to support long-term well-being.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
How to understand and manage blood sugarThe impact of mindset on health and healingHow aligning eating habits with circadian rhythms can optimize metabolic healthAre you overeating protein?How our thoughts influence our biochemistryABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Stacy, a traditional Naturopath who specializes in Functional Medicine, holds a Doctorate in Traditional Naturopathy, a Master's of Science in Holistic Nutrition and after 10 years in the wellness industry, has found her passion in functional and alternative medicine. She has combined her love of Ayurveda, Functional Medicine Testing, Naturopathy, Holistic Nutrition and Fitness and has created a one of a kind bio-individualized approach to wellness. This includes looking at the body as one beautiful and synergistic system, which needs to be treated as so, focusing on the mind, body and spirit connecting to achieve the highest form of health imaginable.WHERE TO FIND:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stacy.nd/
Podcast: Vibing Well with Dr. StacyWHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****https://www.christabiegler.com/links
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Where we'll rejuvenate, realign with vision & values, pursue our zone of genius, improve all business relationships (w self, money, coworkers, clients/customers), and plan for less stress in 2025. https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/mountainretreat -
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Leisha Drews, RN, FDN-P, Holistic Hormone Coach and host of the Happily Hormonal Podcast. In this episode, Leisha shares how her transition from conventional to functional medicine occurred. She breaks down the menstrual cycle, explaining how its phases affect womenās energy and productivity. She highlights the importance of listening to your body and using each phase's strengths, from the low-energy period phase to the high-energy follicular phase. Leisha also discusses why some cycling women may have pre-period bloating and shares tips on temperature tracking to monitor cycle health and fertility. I just love that Leisha expresses her passion for helping women, emphasizing that they are often underserved when it comes to understanding their own bodies. She speaks my language! š„°
Try Leisha's quiz: What's causing your Hormonal Imbalances?KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Understanding the different phases in the menstrual cycleThe importance of cycle trackingHow to manage pre-period bloatThe impact of hormones on mood and energyThe importance of communicating menstrual cycle symptoms with partners to foster understanding and supportDifferent apps to track your cycle and fertilityABOUT GUEST:
Leisha Drews is mom of three, RN, FDN-P and Holistic Hormone Coach and host of the Happily Hormonal Podcast. She brings a unique understanding of how our body systems work together and how stress on the body and mind impact overall health. She believes that as women we can have it ALL when it comes to health and motherhood, and helping women restore energy, balance hormones and feel good in their bodies again is her passion. Hormone balance doesn't have to be overwhelming, and she is here to empower women to understand & trust their bodies again to create change for generations to come.WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://leishadrews.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leishadrews
Podcast: Happily HormonalWHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****https://www.christabiegler.com/linksEPISODE SPONSOR:
A special thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode. Get a discount on any of their products. Use the code lessstressed10I have a few spots left for the farm to table business retreat Iām hosting in a couple months in Bozeman MT--
Where we'll rejuvenate, realign with vision & values, pursue our zone of genius, improve all business relationships (w self, money, coworkers, clients/customers), and plan for less stress in 2025. https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/mountainretreat -
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Mollie Eastman. In this episode, Mollie shares her journey into chronobiology, which started with her struggles as a bad sleeper. Through her platform, Sleep Is A Skill, Mollie now helps others optimize their sleep. We discuss strategies for sleep optimization, balancing social habits, and meal timing. We also delve into caffeine timing, exercise, and "thought timing," emphasizing the importance of managing evening stressors and utilizing wearable technology to obtain sleep data.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
What does it take to get great sleep?What is chronobiology?How does meal timing affect sleep?How can we have a consistent wake-up time?What is metabolic jet lag?If making changes, how long is it before you see results?When is the best time to exercise during the day to optimize your sleep?How to move the needle on your HRV dataABOUT GUEST:
Mollie Eastman is the creator of Sleep Is A Skill, and the host of The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast. Sleep Is A Skill is a company that optimizes peopleās sleep through a unique blend of technology, accountability, and behavioral change. After navigating insomnia while traveling internationally, she created what she couldnāt find - a place to go to learn the skill set of sleep. With a background in behavioral change from The Nonverbal Group, she became fascinated with chronobiology and its practical application to sleep and our overall experience of life. Knowing the difference between a life with sleep and without, sheās now dedicated her life to sharing the forgotten skill set of sleep. In the spirit of that goal, she has created the #2 sleep podcast, written a popular weekly sleep newsletter for over five years, partnered with luxury hotels & lifestyle brands, coached the worldās top poker players, and has appeared on over 150 podcasts.WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanWHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****https://www.christabiegler.com/linksNUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:
Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You donāt have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the restEPISODE SPONSOR:
A special thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episodeI have a few spots left for the farm to table business retreat Iām hosting in a couple months in Bozeman MT--
Where we'll rejuvenate, realign with vision & values, pursue our zone of genius, improve all business relationships (w self, money, coworkers, clients/customers), and plan for less stress in 2025. https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/mountainretreat -
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am excited and honored to be joined by Dr. Paul Anderson, a recognized educator and clinician in integrative and naturopathic medicine with a focus on complex chronic illness and cancer. In this episode, we get super nerdy chatting about the rise in issues like cancer and autoimmunity. We dive into how our immune system can get thrown off by genetics and environmental triggers. Dr. Anderson shares tips on restoring balance through detox, managing infections, and keeping hormones and gut health in check. We also talk about the role of hydration and nutrients in avoiding toxin buildup. We even dive into interesting facts everyone should know about glutathione and coffee enemas.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
How do you create safety in the immune system?Why hydration is so importantDo coffee enemas actually increase glutathione?Surprising facts about cancer cells and glutathioneWhy are cancer cells making their own glutathione?Is glutathione going to cause cancer?Is red light therapy negative for cancer?How to use hyperbaric oxygen treatment in cancerThe benefits of oxygenABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Anderson is a recognized educator and clinician in integrative and naturopathic medicine with a focus on complex chronic illness, and cancer. In addition to three decades clinical experience, he also was head of the interventional arm of a US-NIH funded human research trial using IV and integrative therapies in cancer patients. He founded Advanced Medical Therapies in Seattle, Washington, a clinic focusing on cancer and chronic diseases and now focuses his time in collaboration with clinics and hospitals in the US and other countries.
Click here to check out Dr. Anderson's books: https://dranow.com/written-works/#our-booksWHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://dranow.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draonline/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1FLIaKDzkU5Z0knDYYKyPQWHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
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Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You donāt have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the restEPISODE SPONSOR:
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Where we'll rejuvenate, realign with vision & values, pursue our zone of genius, improve all business relationships (w self, money, coworkers, clients/customers), and plan for less stress in 2025. https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/mountainretreat -
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, we are doing something different. My long-time friend and personal development expert, Jess McKinley Uyeno returns. Jess has been a pivotal figure in my personal and professional growth since we first met in 2016. She has appeared on the podcast several times, including episode 315, "Lies that keep us overwhelmed."
Jess has been my life and business coach during significant changes in my business, which were highly successful due to the mental clarity she helped me achieve. Recently, I rehired her to help navigate my ideas on business growth and impact, ensuring I maintained the peace I worked so hard to create despite my tendency toward chaos and achievement.
In this episode, Jess leads a live coaching session as part of our collaboration on a retreat for ambitious leaders and business owners in Montana. I invited business owners attending or considering the retreat to experience coaching firsthand. I believe that the best learning comes through experience, and hearing others being coached reveals our common challenges.
In this round-robin session, Jess will address topics submitted by our participants, ranging from current situations and unwanted thoughts to personal goals and feelings.
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This reset retreat is carefully curated for high achieving, overscheduled or overstimulated women business owners that need a pause.....an escape to the woods. Itās for women that want to refocus and realign with their purpose and prioritize restoration over burnout.
Picture this: A farm to table eco resort in the mountains, creek-side yoga, outdoor sauna, optional massage, hiking, and reconnecting with your vision and purpose so you can have the life and business you WANT instead of the one you feel like you were "supposed to" or "should" have.Click here to join Jess and I in Bozeman Montana: https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/mountainretreat
WHERE TO FIND JESS:
Website: https://www.sincerelyfutureyou.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessmckinleyuyeno/
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sincerely-future-you/id1499375904WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am honored to be joined by Dr. Dagmara Beine, who holds a PhD in Integrative Medicine. Dagmara's focus changed to integrative oncology with the diagnosis of cancer in her 3-year-old daughter, Zuza. In this episode, we talk about Dagmara's story, what to do when your child is diagnosed with a life-threatening disease, effective therapies to use with conventional treatments, and Dagmara's new book, A Parent's Guide to Childhood Cancer.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Understanding diagnoses and how to go about seeking a second opinionHow to assemble a medical team comprised of conventional and integrative expertsWhat are different integrative therapies that are safe for pediatrics?How the prevalence of childhood cancer has changedABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Dagmara Beine is revolutionizing the Pediatric Cancer World! She holds a PhD in Integrative Medicine, and has over a decade of experience in Emergency Medicine, as well as being the CEO and practitioner at her Wisconsin based integrative health clinic, Zuzas Way. Her expertise is only surpassed by her passion, which is fueled by the fire that burns within the soul of a mother whose child has battled cancer. Her daughter's four fights against AML lead to Dagmara being steadfast in her knowledge that there is a better way. Lead by this passion, she is uncompromising in her treatment of patients as a whole, looking after their minds and bodies. She uses a terrain based approach, including modalities such as lifestyle modification, Mistletoe therapy, LDN, Ozone, targeted supplements and more. Her new book, A Parent's Guide to Childhood Cancer: Supporting Your Child with Integrative Therapies Based on a Metabolic Approach, is available now and making waves throughout the world as we begin to treat pediatric cancer patients in A Better Way.WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://zuzasway.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dagmarabeine/WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
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Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You donāt have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the restEPISODE SPONSOR:
A specialI have a few spots left for the farm to table business retreat Iām hosting in a couple months in Bozeman MT--
Where we'll rejuvenate, realign with vision & values, pursue our zone of genius, improve all business relationships (w self, money, coworkers, clients/customers), and plan for less stress in 2025. https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/mountainretreat -
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Mike Feldstein who is a seasoned air quality expert. In this episode, Mike tells about why clean air is so important and how homes and our indoor environments have a huge impact on our health and quality of life. We talk about the top things to be concerned about when it comes to indoor air quality, the dangers of radon, and how long the air can stay contaminated after a wildfire.
For this week ONLY the Jaspr air purifier is 20% off with the LESSSTRESSED code. After that it goes back to 10% off. Normal pricing is $999 for a unit with filter subscription and lifetime warranty, so with the code you can purchase one for $799.KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Are there any industry wide standards for mold testing?Should I test for mold?Are particle meters useful?The dangers of radonAir monitoring vs air testingHow to lower CO2 levels in your homeWhy does cooking decrease air quality?How nose blindness can trick you into thinking your indoor air is cleanABOUT GUEST: Mike Feldstein is a seasoned air quality expert and entrepreneur. He leveraged his experience in wildfire restoration and air quality consulting to innovate in air science and technology. His purpose is to protect air quality and boost human health using the latest in air quality science and tech.
WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://jaspr.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasprco/WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: ****https://www.christabiegler.com/linksNUTRITION PHILOSOPHY:
Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You donāt have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the restEPISODE SPONSOR:
A special thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode. Get a discount on any of their products. Use the code lessstressed10I have a few spots left for the farm to table business retreat Iām hosting in a couple months in Bozeman MT--
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In this little bonus update from Christa we discuss how most people die in their zone of excellence, my soft spot for service providers and practitioners avoiding burnout, how most entrepreneurs have higher incidence of adverse childhood events (ACES AKA trauma) which causes them to crave chaos and how the subconscious runs the show.
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Danielle Hamilton. In this episode, we get super nerdyš¤ talking about circadian and quantum biology and how it impacts our metabolic health, inflammation, gut and hormones. Dani breaks down the different kinds of light, how they affect us, and why it is important. On the flip side she tells us why darkness is also important. You are going to LOVE this episode!
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Incandescent vs LED light bulbsWhy won't my blood sugar lower?Why have metabolic diseases gotten worse?How blue light affects our healthWhy do we need to know what time it is?How does seeing the sunrise/set affect our bodies?The importance of cortisolAre blue blockers and full spectrum sun lamps actually helpful?Why getting out in nature is so importantDani's favorite things
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Dani's Blood Sugar Mastery WaitlistABOUT GUEST:
Danielle "Dani" Hamilton is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and a renowned blood sugar expert specializing in hypoglycemia, and reactive hypoglycemia. Her journey into this specialized field was fueled by her personal battle with PCOS, which she successfully reversed after learning that blood sugar issues and insulin resistance were at the root.
Dani uses a nuanced, holistic approach including circadian and quantum biology principles to optimize blood sugar and metabolism. She is the host of the top 50 Nutrition Podcast, Unlock the Sugar Shackles. She is also the creator of the transformative "Blood Sugar Mastery Program."WHERE TO FIND:
Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You donāt have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the rest
Website: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellehamiltonhealth
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am excited to welcome back Dr. Elisa Song who is an integrative pediatrician. In this episode, Elisa tells us about her new book Healthy Kids, Happy Kids which is an evidence based guide to raising healthy kids in our modern world. Elisa bridges the gap between conventional and holistic pediatrics and delivers a clear roadmap to help kids thrive.
Loving this episode? Check out Elisa's other episode Anxiety in kids, antibiotic use, and self regulation for kidsKEY TAKEAWAYS:
What is the state of children's health today?What are the most common ways our kids' microbiomes become disrupted?What should every parent or practitioner know about antibiotics?What are 6 questions every parent should ask their pediatrician before starting their child on antibiotics?Most important question to ask: is this antibiotic really necessary?Advice for post antibiotic microbiome recoveryABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Elisa Song, MD is a Stanford-, NYU-, UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, and mom to 2 thriving children. She is the author of the Healthy Kids Happy Kids: An Integrative Pediatricianās Guide to Whole Child Resilience. In her integrative pediatric practice, Whole Family Wellness (www.wholefamilywellness.org), sheās helped 1000s of kids get to the root causes of their health concerns and empowered parents to help their children thrive ā body, mind, and spirit ā by integrating conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils. Dr. Song created Healthy Kids Happy Kids (www.healthykidshappykids.com) as an online holistic pediatric resource to help practitioners and parents bridge the gap between conventional and integrative pediatrics with an evidence-based, pediatrician-backed, mom-approved approach.WHERE TO FIND:
Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is
Website: https://healthykidshappykids.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthykids_happykids/
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by the lovely Kiara Orbe, who is a trauma-trained integrative health practitioner. In this episode, we hear Kiara's healing journey. She realized through her journey and helping her clients, that trauma and nervous system healing was a huge missing piece for herself and her clients. Kiara talks about what somatic experiencing is, the difference between trauma and stress, and how to find 3 glimmersāØ each day.
The difference between implicit and explicit memoryWhat is a somatic experiencing?Dissociation is a protective stateWhat does it mean to complete these fight, flight or freeze responses? Trauma vs. stressTrauma is generationalWhat is a glimmer?
KEY TAKEAWAYS:ABOUT GUEST:
Kiara Orbe (NTA, FDNP, RCPC, SEP) is a trauma-informed women's integrative health specialist, passionately melding nutritional therapy, advanced functional labs, and profound somatic techniques to pave the way for comprehensive healing. Specializing in aiding women grappling with chronic fatigue, digestive troubles, hormonal imbalances, and systemic dysregulation, Kiaraās methods are deeply rooted in her personal health odyssey. This journey illuminated the intricate bond between her emotional and physical being, revealing their inseparability. Trained with the NTA, FDN, RCPC, and The Embody Lab, Kiara empowers women to overcome chronic issues and lead fulfilling lives.WHERE TO FIND:
Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You donāt have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the rest
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiaramariewellness/
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Isaac Pohlman for Part 2, talking about all things blood sugar. If you missed Part 1, be sure to check out last week's episode. In this episode, Isaac talks about insulin resistance and it's contributors, what causes reactive hypoglycemia, the importance of minerals, how stress affects blood sugar + more.
Be sure to watch for Isaac's new book, Have Your Carbs and Eat Them Too! Check out Isaac's website for free resources.
What is insulin resistance?What are some classic signs that our blood sugar needs attention?Four top contributors to insulin resistanceWhat glucose numbers should we be looking for?What is the benefit of blood sugar rising?Who are the people with the lowest glycogen levels?What is reactive hypoglycemia?The importance of eating earlier in the day
KEY TAKEAWAYS:ABOUT GUEST:
Isaac is a dietitian originally from a small rural town in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and is currently residing in Chicago.
During his formal education in undergrad and grad school, he studied human physiology and nutritional sciences and has since gone through a series of trainings, including internships to become a Registered Dietitian, mentorship programs under Josh Rubin and Morley Robbins, and independent research.
Despite his formal education, his personal experiences with health and working with clients 1:1 have been just as if not more valuable to his work. He was inspired to pursue nutrition after developing a series of health issues, including hypothyroidism, low testosterone, chronic fatigue, cystic acne, and type 1 diabetes, during his high school and early college days.
Isaac currently helps adults with type 1, type 2, and pre-diabetes improve their blood sugar control without cutting out carbs, in his coaching program, The Balanced Blood Sugar Roadmap.WHERE TO FIND:
Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul foo
Website: https://www.isaacpohlman.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isaacpohlman/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC13UVlKgTCNG325KpiVxXHA
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Isaac Pohlman who is a registered dietician. In this episode, Isaac tells me how his personal health story led him to helping adults with type 1, 2, and prediabetes. Isaac tells us why everyone should be concerned about blood sugar, what biomarkers he looks at with clients, and why regulating stress is so important. You are going to love Isaac's detailed explanations!
Type 1 diabetes conspiracy theoriesWhy should everyone care about blood sugar?What biomarkers signal blood sugar dysregulation?What blood markers signal that iron is being stored in the body?Itās not the stress that kills us, but our perception of it.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:ABOUT GUEST:
Isaac is a dietitian originally from a small rural town in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and is currently residing in Chicago.
During his formal education in undergrad and grad school, he studied human physiology and nutritional sciences and has since gone through a series of trainings, including internships to become a Registered Dietitian, mentorship programs under Josh Rubin and Morley Robbins, and independent research.
Despite his formal education, his personal experiences with health and working with clients 1:1 have been just as if not more valuable to his work. He was inspired to pursue nutrition after developing a series of health issues, including hypothyroidism, low testosterone, chronic fatigue, cystic acne, and type 1 diabetes, during his high school and early college days.
Isaac currently helps adults with type 1, type 2, and pre-diabetes improve their blood sugar control without cutting out carbs, in his coaching program, The Balanced Blood Sugar Roadmap.WHERE TO FIND:
Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You donāt hav
Website: https://www.isaacpohlman.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isaacpohlman/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC13UVlKgTCNG325KpiVxXHA
***WORK WITH CHRISTA***: https://www.christabiegler.com/fss
WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
Podcast Instagram: @lessstressedlife
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: https://www.christabiegler.com/links
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am excited to be joined by Gay Hendricks. In this episode, Gay tells us how to find our Zone of Genius, which he talks about in his book, The Big Leap. Your genius is that activity or way of being that you are uniquely suited to do. Gay tells how to discover what you love doing and how to spend more time doing it. We also talk about the power of high quality questions.
Where are you sabotaging yourself?How to find your zone of geniusWhat are the four zones of genius?What are wonder questions?What are the Five Wishes?What are high quality questions for cultivating consciousness?
Check out Gay's new book, Your Big Leap Year!
KEY TAKEAWAYS:ABOUT GUEST:
Gay Hendricks has served for more than 30 years as one of the major contributors to the fields of relationship transformation and body/mind therapies. Along with his wife, Dr. Kathlyn Hendricks, Gay is the author of many bestsellers, including Conscious Loving, At The Speed Of Life, The Big Leap, and the New York Times bestseller, Five Wishes. Dr. Hendricks received his Ph.D. in counseling psychology from Stanford in 1974. After a twenty-one-year career as a professor at University Colorado, he founded The Hendricks Institute, and later co-founded its charitable organization, Foundation for Conscious Living. He was also the founder of a virtual learning center for transformation and a publishing company and was a co-founder of a conscious entertainment company. Throughout his career he has done executive coaching with more than 800 executives, including the top management at such firms as Dell Computer, Hewlett Packard, Motorola and KLM. His book, The Corporate Mystic, is used widely to train management in combining business skills and personal development tools.WHERE TO FIND:
Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSu
Website: https://hendricks.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hendricks.gay/
Website: https://foundationforconsciousliving.org/
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WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lessstressedlife
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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by the lovely August Brice of TechWellness. In this episode, August tells us how EMF (electromagnetic fields) affects our health and wellness. We talk about the research August has done and how to get the most bang for your buck when it comes to EMF protection devices. Get 15% OFF Digital Detox Collection with Code LESSSTRESSED
My journey with the SomavedicWhat EMF Protection works - Chips & ShieldsHow to hardwire your internetNational Toxicology Study The findings of his research were most recently edified in 2018 by our government's own National Toxicology Program where links were found to cellphone radiation: Increased incidences of glioma, a rare, aggressive and highly malignant brain cancerIncreased incidence of schwannoma (a rare tumor of the nerve sheath) of the heartIncreases of these cancers were found in both sexes of rats, but reached statistical significance only in malesIncreased incidences of rare, proliferative changes in glial cells of the brain and in Schwann cells in the hears of bot sexes of rats while not a single unexposed control animal developed these precancerous changes.DNA damage was induced with both modulations of radiofrequency radiation (RFR) in both rats and mice (in the frontal lobe plus other tissues).
KEY TAKEAWAYS:ABOUT GUEST:
Augustās passion is finding solutions for mindful living in our digital world. Her online platform, TechWellness.com is the only comprehensive online source that addresses all the challenges of our modern digital world - from EMF Radiation and effects of blue light, to Cyber security and mental wellbeing with tech. On top of her on-going research, August has built an Advisory Team consisting of world-renown experts in each area, who consult with Tech Wellness and review all major content on the site. All solutions are purchased and tested, never supplied by or sponsored by manufacturers to avoid any influence.WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://techwellness.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techwellness/
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