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Up to 50% of homes today have toxic conditions. A building that is making you sick, is a building that is sick.
Our guest’s health took a dramatic turn after a personal encounter with something called Building-Related Illness (BRI). Seth Jones is dedicated to healing the estimated 66 million U.S. homes contributing to toxic conditions affecting 170 million people. Seth’s mission is to elevate our health by purifying the environments we live in.
Seth Jones is the CEO of Hygia Living Corp; a holistic building service company with health as the priority, where he and his team developed Superstratum, the first patent-pending process to remove mycotoxins from homes. His work has focused on understanding the hidden causes of Building-Related Illness (BRI) and developing products and solutions to address these issues.
Seth believes that our health can only rise to the level of our environment and that a pure, toxin-free environment is essential for healing the body, mind, and soul.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. How to identify if you have BRI or Building Related Illness
2. How modern buildings can lead to Building-Related Illness
3. Why is detoxifying our homes so important today
4. Hygia’s company mission is to combat mycotoxins
5. Why mold remediation is often not enough for sensitive people
6. How healing our homes also heals our bodiesYou can learn more about Seth and his work at https://hygia.life/. And Even good mold remediation can leave behind mycotoxins. Seth offers affordable do-it-yourself tools to destroy mycotoxins throughout your entire home. Visit https://Superstratum.co to learn more! Invisible mycotoxins in your home could be the reason behind your health issues – be sure to take their quick quiz while you’re there also!
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Calling all weekend warriors, DIYers, HGTV fanatics, flippers, floppers, and quite frankly – anyone who wants to improve the aesthetic of their home! If you appreciate good design then you’ve certainly found yourself starting at your old, dated kitchen or bathroom cabinets visualizing how much better they’d look in a different color or fresh coat of paint…but maybe you don’t have the funds or don’t want the headache, stress and mess that comes with a full cabinet overhaul. And, you’ve probably heard about a cabinet paint that requires no sanding, stripping or even priming! It might even sound too good to be true. Good news? It’s not!
Our guest today is Stephanie Laue, Marketing Directory, Beyond Paint, a novel new paint solution that takes the long-standing concept of paint and turns it on its head incorporating numerous features into one handy, effortless product that does everything. Their all-in-one paint combines the features of a bonder, primer, and finisher into a single product saving you money, time, lots of dust, and headaches.
Beyond paint isn’t limited to cabinets; you can use it on countertops, furniture, and more! Plus, Beyond Paint has a greener side including that it’s:
· made in the USA
· is low VOC
· has a Water-based formula
· is safe for people and pets- no ventilation required
KEY TAKEAWAYS
The inspiration for Beyond Paint’s all-in-one formula, and the key challenges during its creation How Beyond Paint differentiates itself in a competitive market What makes Beyond Paint different than regular paint Who Beyond Paint is ideal for How long can you expect a Beyond Paint surface to last/ how durable is it?àTo learn more about all of the gorgeous color and texture offerings from Beyond Paint, head to www.BeyondPaint.com
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He’s baaaaaaaaaack! Udo Erasmus is with us again for part two. Udo is the co-founder of Udo’s Choice line. Udo designed the machinery for making oils with health in mind and pioneered flax oil, a billion-dollar industry that we discussed at length in episode #102. Udo is an acclaimed speaker and author of many books, including the best-selling Fats That Heal Fats That Kill which has sold over 250,000 copies.
In this episode, we’re tackling the state of the world and how to navigate in today’s chaotic times when the number of people seeking mental health care is trending upward including those with anxiety such as OCD and panic disorder, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia. Mental health is definitely taking its toll and costing a lot of money. Depression and anxiety have a grave impact on the global economy equating to $1 trillion in lost productivity each year.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, anxiety and depressive disorders have grown exponentially. Depressive symptoms grew about 28% and anxiety disorders rose 25%.
Young adults ages 18 to 25 in the U.S. have the highest rate of experiencing any mental health concerns. The percentage of U.S. adults receiving mental health treatment rose from 19.2% in 2019 to 21.6% in 2021.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. Mental health for modern times
2. How to find and keep your power and light no matter how dark, confusing, and chaotic the world becomes
3. Some go-to tools to keep our minds healthy and our hearts happy
4. Simple steps anyone can do right now to improve their mood and uplevel their energy--> Be sure to snag your FREE gift: the first draft of Udo’s new, upcoming book Your Body Needs An Oil Change" as well as a bonus video course at: https://udoerasmus.com/HealthyHomeHacks where you’ll learn Bad oils out. Good oils in. If you do it right, you will look better, feel better, think better, do better, and be better!
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Real or fake? The million-dollar question, right (um, we’re talking about grass, people…grass!)?
Synthetic grass may look uniform and appear to be maintenance-free, but environmental and health concerns are prompting many people to rip out their artificial lawns.
You’ve heard of microplastics showing up at alarming rates in our drinking water, our food, and more. But you’ve probably never considered that that picture-perfect green artificial grass that you and your family love to play on could be hazardous to your health! Turns out, artificial grass can release microplastics and forever chemicals known as PFAS, so it’s no surprise that many people now think of their artificial lawns as hazmat sites, and they are ripping them out.
Our guest, Dani North is a Horticulturalist and Turfgrass Professional at WEST COAST TURF specializing in Kurapia drought-tolerant ground cover sod and turfgrass management. With degrees in Horticultural Science, Sports Turf Management, and Integrated Pest Management, it is a personal goal of Dani’s to assist others in achieving a successful and aesthetically pleasing outdoor landscape or playing surface.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
The current challenges California homeowners with lawns are facing The dangers of artificial/synthetic turf How homeowners can safely remove their synthetic turf The steps homeowners should take for a more climate-appropriate lawn? What TheRealCaliforniaLawn.com is and why it’s the ideal lawn for Californians Some of the newer California Lawn varieties Where people can go to get startedTo learn more about The Real California Lawn, head to --> TheRealCaliforniaLawn.com. We’ll put the link in the show notes!
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Is too much clutter weighing you down? We’ve all been there at different times in our lives and while it’s nothing to be embarrassed about – today’s show is your wake-up call to take action.
You don’t need more bins, boxes, or Instagram-inspired organizing hacks. You need to look at the deeper meaning of your stuff to figure out WHY it has accumulated there in the first place.Our guest is here to clear the clutter! Star Hansen is the Clutter Whisperer, a Certified Professional Organizer, and the Author of Why in the World Am I Still Not Organized? She assists successful people finally clear the chaos and living a life of freedom, joy, and peace.
Star created the Chaos to Calm Organizing Community in 2019 to support people from across the globe in their organizing transformations. She is also a member of The National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals. Star’s humorous and thought-provoking TEDx Tucson talk explores what the monsters in your closet are trying to tell you. Her approach has been featured on OWN, TLC, HGTV, Style, A&E, NPR, and more.KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. What the deeper meaning of our stuff is and WHY it's accumulated there in the first place
2. Tricks and resources to help kickstart the back-to-school prep
3. Spaces we can refresh before the kids head back to school this year
4. The most cluttered place in most homes
5. How to eliminate clutter to feel lighter and freer immediately
6. How to determine when your clutter is a big problem and needs professional help as in a hoarding situation.
-->To learn more about Star and her decluttering services, head to: https://starhansen.com/. -->To snag a FREE copy of Star’s book, Why The F*#@ Am I Still Not Organized? head to https://starhansen.com/whythefbook-pc/ -->For all of the links & show notes, head to HealthyHomeHacks.com -
You’ve heard of leaky gut, but have you ever heard of leaky gums? If not, you’re about to. Beyond gum issues, there’s much more to oral health than meets the tooth! There’s even a correlation between root canals and depression that we cover in this episode.
Biological -also known as holistic or natural- dentistry is based on the principle that oral health is intrinsically linked to our overall physical health and wellness. Biological dentistry is a revolutionary approach that integrates the entire body's health with dental care, extending beyond just the teeth and gums.
Biological dentists prioritize minimally invasive treatments and avoid harsh chemicals while offering healthy alternatives such as low-radiation X-rays, root canal alternatives, patient education, and biocompatible materials. Biological dentists often employ methods like ceramic dental implants and mercury removal techniques.
Our guest, Dr. Dominik Nischwitz, DDS, (aka “Dr. Dome”) is a pioneer of Biological Dentistry and one of the 1st Ceramic Implantologists in the world. He is the published author of the bestselling book It's All in Your Mouth. He is a founder of the DNA Health & Aesthetics – Center for Biological Dentistry, and an International speaker and author of numerous specialist publications. He specializes in Holistic Odontology, Ceramic Implants, Nutrition, Holistic Health, Health Optimization and Whole-Patient Solutions.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. How to know if you have leaky gums
2. The correlation between root canals and depression, the science behind this, and why this isn’t more well-known
3. Is there a link between root canals and breast cancer?
4. How to identify and eliminate common household toxins that affect oral health
5. Recommendations for natural and safe oral care products for the family
6. The importance of the oral microbiome
7. The risks associated with traditional treatments such as root canals and amalgam fillings
8. The importance of nutrition for oral health
9. Why a holistic approach to dentistry naturally strengthens immunity against chronic diseases
To learn more about Dr. Dome, head to: https://drdomeofficial.com/. You can find him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/drdome1 Dr. Dome also offers training for other dentists at: https://theinstituteofbiologicaldentistry.com/
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Beyond being useful and beautiful, a home must be a healing sanctuary—a place where we can rest and recover from daily exposure to toxins.
Americans spend 90% of their time indoors, so it’s crucial to prioritize the health of our homes. From the water we drink and the air we breathe to the furniture we sit on, the bedding we sleep on, and the paint on our walls, everything we eat, wear, touch, and use to furnish our homes affects our health daily.
Someone who understands the importance of creating a healing, visually beautiful oasis is our guest, Mahwish Syed. An award-winning fashion and interior designer, celebrated author, cancer survivor, and devoted mother, Mahwish has adorned homes for over two decades, fostering spaces that nurture and heal. She offers her clients a step-by-step system to design their living spaces for optimal alignment and health.
Mahwish’s book, "Purgatory to Paradise," unveils her triumphant cancer journey, showcasing how design became her healing sanctuary. Committed to empowering others, she advocates for personal paradises, affirming that genuine beauty is immediate and attainable for all.
KEY TAKEAWAYS How Mahwish’s cancer diagnosis led her to realize that embracing beauty and pleasure is vital to a healing journey How beauty in our physical environment affects our biology How we can decorate our homes to support our health and healing What biophilic design is and why incorporating it is important for greater well-being How listeners can transform their homes into a healing oasis and design their homes like a goddess How listeners can access beauty now without waiting—especially on a budget--> To grab a copy of Mahwish’s Healing Beauty Product List, head to: Claim Your Paradise.
--> You can find her book, "Purgatory to Paradise: How Cancer Helped Me Design An Authentic Life," in paperback, Kindle, and Audible on Amazon. Amazon Link. #affiliate
--> To work with or learn more about Mahwish’s services, visit her at Claim Your Paradise.
--> Head to Healthy Home Hacks for all the links and show notes.
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Unless you’ve been living under a canola-, corn-, safflower-, soybean-, grapeseed-, cottonseed- oil rock – then you’ve heard a LOT about seed oils lately – the good, the bad, and the ugly.
According to our guest, Udo Erasmus, more health problems come from bad (damaged) oils than any other part of nutrition. More health benefits come from good oils (made with health in mind) than any other part of nutrition.
Udo is the co-founder of Udo’s Choice line. Udo designed the machinery for making oils with health in mind and pioneered flax oil, a billion-dollar industry. Udo is an acclaimed speaker and author of several books, including the best-selling Fats That Heal Fats That Kill, and his upcoming book, Your Body Needs An Oil Change.KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. Udo journey of overcoming adversity as a child (a war immigrant) how he became poisoned by pesticides
How Udo’s grassroots/inspirational journey led to the success of the Udo’s Choice brand Why the YOU in business the most important aspect The definition of healthy fats and oils What kind of oils the body needs the most, how and why oils can become damaged, and why it is detrimental Sexy Health, Udo’s 8-step process that takes into consideration all of the elements of whole health, including mental health, presence and awareness, life energy, and being in harmony with nature and humanity The most polluted food we eat and other bad foodsFREE DOWNLOAD: https://udoerasmus.com/HealthyHomeHacks
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Where there’s smoke, there’s fire. And, guess what friends? It’s wildfire season. Think you don’t live in an area that’s affected? Think again. Smoke can travel for miles beyond its source. In 2020, smoke from wildfires in the Western United States drifted for almost 5,000 miles, eventually being detected as far away as Europe. That’s important when considering that the primary cause of death from wildfires is smoke inhalation; according to the National Fire Protection Association, 50 to 80 percent of fire deaths are from smoke inhalation.
Our guest and CEO of IQAir North America, Glory Dolphin Hammes, is an expert in environmental control, a Certified Indoor Environmentalist, and a licensed HVAC contractor.
How wildfires impact people The percentage of wildfires that humans cause The amount of damage wildfires do, how fast they move, and how much space they burn annually How wildfires impact our health The type of VOCs and other dangerous contaminants present in smoke The individuals most at risk for severe health consequences from smoke The factors and conditions that could drive wildfire risk in the months ahead Tips to protect yourself both indoors and outdoors from poor air quality? To learn more about IQAir, please visit www.IQAir.com. To get your free Wildfire Checklist and all of the links & show notes, head to www.HealthyHomeHacks.com.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
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Do you or have you suffered from allergies, chronic sinus issues, dry nose with chronic crusting (yup, we’re going there), or use a CPAP machine? If so, you are in the right place. Today, we’re taking a deep dive into your nose, no really!
The health of our nose is often overlooked as an important aspect of our overall health. When we breathe through the nose, germs, allergens, toxins, smoke, dust, and particles can get trapped in the skin and hair inside our nostrils. Think about it, the nose is a direct link between the outside air and our respiratory system. Contaminants in the air can cause inflammation and lead to an allergic response, sinus issues, and other upper respiratory problems. Our nose functions like an air filter for the body and it's important to keep air filters clean. Someone who is here to shed light is our guest, Dr. Lebovic.
Dr. Gail Lebovic is an internationally recognized oncoplastic surgeon, a patient advocate, an inventor, and a serial entrepreneur. Currently, Dr. Lebovic serves as the Founder and CEO of Silicon Valley Innovations, Inc. The company is focused on bringing novel drug delivery platforms to the multi-billion-dollar nasal healthcare and feminine healthcare markets. She is also the Founder of the Society of Oncoplastic Surgery.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
What inspired Dr. Lebovic to create a product designed for cleaning the nose Why we are seeing nasal and sinus issues and the contributing factors that people face every day that result in these health issues Ways we can help our noses be healthier and how it will help people maintain better health Why nasal hygiene is not part of our regular hygiene routine How NasoClenz can help CPAP users The role the nose play in allergies, and if the nose has a way of cleaning itself How NasoClenz specifically is helpful for someone who might have allergies Key tips to maintain wellness during cold/flu and allergy seasonsTo learn more about Nasoclenz, visit them at https://nasoclenz.com/. They’ve got so many convenient options including home and travel kits. Also, you can find their store locator tab to find Nasoclenz near you. Visit www.HealthyHomeHacks.com for all of the show notes and links.
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Spring has officially sprung and for most of us, that means (you guessed it!) spring cleaning! If you have a pile of laundry waiting for you to scrub, suds, fluff, and fold, you’re not alone. In the U.S., 660 million laundry loads are washed every week, totaling a whopping 35 billion loads each year. But, have you ever considered what’s lurking in your laundry detergent? Could your laundry detergent be toxic to your health and the environment (hint: yes).
From phosphates and dyes to synthetic surfactants, optical brighteners, parabens, synthetic fragrances, and chlorine, your conventional laundry detergent brand is likely exposing you and your family to a host of toxic chemicals, allergens, respiratory irritants, hormone disruptors, and maybe even a cancer-causing chemical. Not to mention the plastic waste that your laundry jug is adding to landfills. To add fuel to the laundry jug fire, this plastic can take more than 100 years to break down. But the environmental buck doesn’t stop there. Laundry detergent is a major source of microplastic pollution, with a single load releasing up to 700,000 microplastic fibers into the water. Yikes!
Our guest, Anita Spiller, leads ESG for Tru Earth, a Certified B Corp global household cleaning product company, Anita focuses on eliminating household single-use plastics, battling microplastics, and donating earth-friendly products to organizations in need.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
The key issues Tru Earth’s cleaning solutions aim to solve How Tru Earth’s eco-strip compares to traditional liquid laundry detergent Common misconceptions related to earth-friendly cleaning products Advice for someone just learning about healthy and sustainable cleaning solutions Advice to listeners who are looking to make their first eco-swap The products Tru Earth offers in its full lineup Where to purchase Tru Earth productsYou can learn more about Tru Earth’s products and mission at: www.tru.earth/Store. We’ll have all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/100-green-your-laundry-routine/.
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Unless you’ve been living under a Genetically modified rock laden with pesticides, you’ve likely heard of the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG’s) Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce which is updated every year. This guide is comprised of The Dirty Dozen; the 12 fruits and vegetables are the most contaminated with pesticides. And, the Clean Fifteen™; the product with the lowest amounts of pesticide residues, according to EWG’s analysis of the most recent USDA data.
We’re digging up all of the DIRT (and pesticide residues) on your favorite fruits and veggies as we dissect the 2024 guide which includes data from 47,510 samples of 46 fruits and vegetables with our special guest, Senior Toxicologist, Alexis Temkin from EWG.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Is the government protecting me from pesticides used on produce and does legal mean safe? What the term ‘organic’ means The 12 fruits and vegetables that were found to be most contaminated with pesticides, otherwise known as the Dirty Dozen Why 100 percent of Americans tested ages 6 and older were found to have detectable levels of certain pesticides How four of the five most frequently detected fungicides in the Dirty Dozen affect our health The two fungicides found in the highest concentrations of any Dirty Dozen pesticides A potential hormone-disrupting fungicide that may harm the male reproductive system found in 90% of peaches tested The best way to wash pesticides off produce How children are being affected by produce coated with pesticides The Clean Fifteen, the produce found lowest in pesticidesYou can learn more about the 2024 Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce at: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/
Be sure to rate, review & subscribe to this podcast. We’ll have all of the links in the https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/99-2024-pesticides-in-produce-decoded/.
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Who wants to lose weight? What if you could quickly and easily with just a weekly injection? You’ve likely seen the ‘incredibly shrinking celebs’ donning the cover of your favorite magazine or splattered across social media. What’s their BIG secret? Injections such as Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro? These peptides are boasted as ‘skinny shots,’ and are showing everywhere these days.
But are there any downsides to these skinny shots? Or, are there health benefits when it comes to peptides? Our guest today, Double Board Certified, Dr. Suzanne Ferree sheds light on how peptides can improve life in ways we don’t realize – and explains the difference between peptides and pharmaceuticals, their safety, and more. She is the founder of Vine Medical Associates and the Cellular Medicine Institute.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
The safety of Ozempic and other peptides for weight loss Are peptides linked to an increased risk for thyroid tumors and do some have a black box warning indicating so? Can peptides help combat fatigue? Peptides role in tanning, hangovers, and libido boosters How peptide therapy can help with a healthy anti-aging regimen The difference between peptides and pharmaceuticals Two easy ways to slow aging and the diseases of aging Targeting the root of anxiety and depression with peptides How peptides play a role in autoimmune conditions like MS, rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto thyroiditis, and more Ways peptide therapy treatment options can be effective for health issues brought on by aging like joint pain, weight gain, and sleep issuesYou can learn more about Dr. Ferree’s incredible services at: https://vinemedical.com/. Be sure to check out her new book, Counterclockwise: Using Peptides to Renew, Rejuvenate, and Rediscover (As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases). We’ll have all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/98-ozempic-the-skinny-truth-about-peptides/.
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Are you experiencing a host of negative health symptoms, but have no idea what is causing them? Or have spent boatloads of money, but feel like you’re living in a never-ending loop of suffering? Rather than just suppressing symptoms, naturopathic doctors work to identify underlying causes of illness and develop personalized treatment plans to address them.
Our guest, Dr. Julia Greenspan, is a naturopathic doctor with over 17 years of experience treating over 10,000 patients. She is the author of the holistic guide for long-haul infections called Rising Above Lyme Disease: A Revolutionary, Holistic Approach to Managing and Reversing the Symptoms of Lyme Disease and Reclaiming Your Life. Dr. Greenspan specializes in complex chronic (Long-haul) infections, Lyme disease/Co-infections, illnesses due to environmental toxicity (like heavy metals and mold), neuropsychiatric illnesses caused by infection (PANDAS/PANS), SIBO, mast cell activation (MCAS), chronic UTIs, repeated sinus infections, and bioidentical hormone therapy.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. What defines long-haul infections beyond COVID-19
2. What mast cell activation syndrome is and the symptoms
3. How heavy metals and mold toxicity contribute to chronic infections
4. How to assess the presence of toxins and the impact of infections in the body
5. How to treat mold and heavy metal toxicity
You can learn more about Dr. Greenspan’s incredible services at: https://www.greenhousemedicine.com. She and her team of specially-trained naturopathic and functional medicine practitioners are dedicated to getting to the heart of the matter.
We’ll have all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/97-lyme-mold-mcas-environmental-toxins/.
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Who wants more money this year? Silly question, right? We could all do more with more money in 2024, yes? But for the money to start rolling in, consider that you first may have to change your mindset around money.
Money can bring us absolute joy. But it can also bring unbelievable stress. And fear. And frustration. And unhappiness. Is it any wonder that we unconsciously push money away when it brings us negative feelings? But, the more we push money away, the more unhappy we become with our money and our lives. But we can change our relationship with money and open the channels to happiness.
Our guest, Ken Honda is Japan’s #1 bestselling personal development guru and author of Happy Money: The Japanese Art of Making Peace with Your Money with book sales surpassing eight million copies.
Ken is here to help us break the unhealthy patterns that keep us trapped in a stressful and unhappy life and to discuss six money mindset resolutions for 2024.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. Why you should say these words when spending and receiving money
2. Why you should appreciate what you currently have
3. How to adopt an abundance mindset
4. What trusting life has to do with abundance
5. Steps to forgive and heal your money wounds
6. How to discover, develop, and share your gifts
If you want to heal your relationship with money, you can learn more about Ken’s incredible work at https://kenhonda.com/.
Thanks for being with us today, friends. We’ll have all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcast/.
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It's without question that environmental toxins are wreaking havoc on our health today. The prevalence of these toxins is posing a significant threat to public health, affecting everything from childhood development to adult chronic illnesses. A toxic environment and inflammation may even play a role in cancer. Fine-particulate air pollution present in the air we inhale daily can incite an inflammatory cascade and spur previously dormant mutant cells to form tumors.
Our guest, Dr. Tom O'Bryan, a renowned functional medicine expert in environmental medicine and a leading voice in the field of holistic health and wellness and the author of You Can Fix Your Brain and The Autoimmune Fix, guides us through understanding the unseen threats in our everyday environment while offering practical solutions for safeguarding the health of our families – especially our children.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. Some of the most common environmental toxins affecting family health today
2. How toxins impact children's health and development
3. The long-term health implications of early exposure to toxins
4. Some common misconceptions about environmental toxins and health
5. Why functional medicine is particularly well-suited to treating toxin exposure
6. Strategies for reducing exposure to environmental toxins at home
7. The role nutrition plays in combating the effects of environmental toxins
You can learn more about Dr. Tom at https://thedr.com/ (how simple is that?). His new docuseries THE INFLAMMATION EQUATION: Decoding the Steps for Optimal is available to stream and we’ll be sure to put the link to that in the show notes.
As always, we’ll have all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/95-navigating-the-toxins-hiding-in-plain-sight/.
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We all feel stressed and anxious from time to time and, most of us enjoy a daily routine and order. But, how do you know when your anxiety has reached an unhealthy level? According to the CDC, 27.3% of Americans aged 18 and over have symptoms of an anxiety disorder; that’s over a quarter of the adult population in the United States.
For some people, they feel anxious when something isn’t done or they find themselves fighting irrational or unwanted urges to repeat these tasks. These are symptoms of OCD, or Obsessive-compulsive disorder; a chronic anxiety disorder where a person experiences unreasonable, uncontrollable, or recurring thoughts followed by a behavioral response that causes anxiety. Today, OCD affects 1 in 40 adults and 1 in 100 children in the U.S.
Our guest, Matt Codde, personally struggled with OCD and anxiety in his late teens and early 20s. Matt is a licensed clinical social worker. Through his journey to recovery, he developed a versatile and unique approach to OCD & anxiety recovery by combining personal experience with evidence-based practices. He is currently the host of the OCD & Anxiety podcast, the director of the online platform Restored Minds, and the Author of From Stuck to UnStuck.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. Why Matt chose to work specifically with people who struggle with OCD and anxiety
2. Misconceptions people have about OCD & Anxiety
3. The trigger word that is the root of most stress
4. Can people recover from OCD/Anxiety?
5. What the Triple-A Response is
6. A good next step for anyone struggling who wants to learn more
You can learn more about Matt’s incredible work line at https://www.restoredminds.com/ where you can join his program or work with Matt one-on-one. Also, check his new book, From Stuck to UnStuck, on Amazon https://amzn.to/3S7fEd6. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
We’ll have all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/94-tips-to-reduce-stress-anxiety-and-ocd/.
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Think you may live in an asthma capital? Hang tight because our guest today is going to tell you. If sniffling, sneezing, stuffy nose, and watery eyes have got you down, you’re not alone. More than 100 million Americans suffer from various types of allergies, including 81 million with seasonal allergic rhinitis, triggered by pollen and mold allergies.
And, then there’s asthma; a complex chronic condition that that more than 27 million people in the U.S. suffer from, about 1 in 12 people.
Our guest, Kenneth Mendez; President & CEO of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), is clearing the air on allergies and asthma. He’s revealing the AAFA’s2023 Asthma Capitals™ report that highlights the most challenging cities to live with asthma.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. The Top 10 Asthma Capitals in the US for 2023
2. The symptoms of allergies
3. The most common types of allergens
4. Tips to avoid allergic exposures in and around our home
5. Different fates of asthma between males and females
6. The two types of asthma and their differences
7. The symptoms of asthma and the best treatments available
8. Reasons certain racial or ethnic groups have higher rates of asthma, asthma attacks, and/or asthma deaths.
You can learn more about the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America at https://aafa.org/.
Head to RonandLisa.com/Podcast to get the show notes and Healthier Home Checklist and the Asthma-Friendly Home Checklist. These are free to download thanks to the AAFA.
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How’s your sleep? Today, about 50 to 70 million Americans have sleep or wakefulness disorders which are associated with a growing number of health problems, including heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes, obesity, and certain cancers.
If you can relate, you don’t want to miss this episode. Our guest, Jack Dell’Accio, CEO and founder of Essentia, has worked with some of the world's top athletes as well as health gurus, professional athletes, and teams in the NBA, NFL, MLS, and over 25% of active NHL players to optimize their recovery and performance.
Essentia’s organic mattress has been recognized by the Mayo Clinic’s Well Living Lab and has been named the #1 foam mattress by Consumer Reports for 7 consecutive years. Jack is here to present the results of a double-blind sleep study of professional athletes which proves Essentia can extend the time spent in REM and Deep Sleep cycles by 20% to 60%.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
How Jack started Essentia after a family member was diagnosed with cancer How Essentia’s patented Beyond Latex™ organic foam is made and its health benefits How Essentia’s foam differs from other latex mattresses How Essentia is standing apart as the mattress for the biohacking community What Activated Quartz technology is and what it means in terms of cooling for the sleeper What Essentia’s EMF protection foam is How springs in a mattress can be harmful How understanding your posture can help you choose the right mattressYou can learn more about Essentia’s line of nontoxic bedding products at https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1189577&u=148460&m=16651&urllink=&afftrack=
You can find all of the links in the show notes at https://ronandlisa.com/podcasts/the-worlds-healthiest-memory-foam-mattress/
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Did you know that conventional labs miss 50% of Lyme cases? If you’ve been diagnosed with environmentally acquired illnesses or Lyme disease (or suspect you have either), you DON’T want to miss this episode.
Our guest, Dr. T Emily Rowe, is the Co-Founder of Miami Beach Comprehensive Wellness Center. Emily graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 2004 with a doctorate in medicine. After a brief time in the field of Internal Medicine, she became frustrated with the Western approach to illness. She realized that she was being trained to treat the symptoms of the disease and its end-stage complications while failing to address its root cause.
Dr. Emily specializes in the treatment of complex chronic medical illnesses using a comprehensive range of therapies that address the underlying causes of the patient's illness rather than merely the symptoms.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Dr. Emily’s journey with Lyme disease The 8 Signs That Your Aches and Pains May be Due to Lyme Disease and other Tick-Borne Infections The importance of an integrated approach to patient care The five elements of traditional Chinese medicine The role these 5 elements play in the balance of energies in the body, contributing to everything from our personality traits to health and well-being How Chinese medicine and acupuncture are used for pain management Advice for the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease and other stealth infections Practical tips to start regaining control of your health right awayYou can learn more about Dr. Emily’s services at https://www.miamibeachcwc.com/. And, you’ll find all of the links in the show notes at www.RonadLisa.com/Podcast
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