Becoming Natural

Natural Bug Spray can protect your family when you choose EPA-registered plant-based actives and apply them on schedule. Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/natural-bug-spray/ In this episode of Becoming Natural, we walk through which repellents have real evidence, how to use them safely on kids and adults, and when picaridin may be the wiser choice for tick country...

Could synthetic clothing be affecting your skin, comfort, and daily exposure to textile chemicals without you ever realizing it? Most of us wear polyester, nylon, spandex, and other synthetic fabrics every day. They're in our yoga pants, workout clothes, underwear, pajamas, socks, and even our bedding. Yet these materials are relatively new compared to the natural fibers humans have worn for thous...

In this episode of Becoming Natural, we explore fasting benefits through a practical, faith-rooted look at modern fasting, biblical fasting, body rhythm, and spiritual hunger. Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/fasting-benefits-biblical-vs-modern-fasting/ What if fasting is not only about what happens when the body goes without food, but also about what the heart r...

Aloe vera benefits go beyond the familiar sunburn story, offering gentle support for irritated skin, digestion, and overwhelmed bodies when used with wisdom. Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/aloe-vera-benefits/ In this episode of Becoming Natural, we explore aloe vera benefits as a simple, familiar plant that still deserves thoughtful use. We talk about skin comf...

Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/rhythms-of-life/ In this episode of Becoming Natural, we explore why so many women feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, anxious, and disconnected in modern life. Through Psalms 104, nervous system health, circadian rhythms, scripture, and personal reflection, we discuss how God designed creation with rhythm, balance, rest, and peace...

There’s something about the smell of a fresh lemon… and your body knows it before your brain does. Read more: https://becomingnatural.com/lemon-oil-benefits In this episode, we’re talking about lemon oil benefits—but not in a surface-level, “it smells nice” kind of way. We’re going deeper into how your body actually responds to scent, and why something as simple as lemon oil can help shift your ne...

Read the full episode + resources here: 👉 https://becomingnatural.com/natural-flavors-dirty-secrets If you’ve ever flipped over a package and paused at the words natural flavors , this episode is for you. Natural flavors sound simple, clean—even healthy. But the truth is, natural flavors can represent a complex mixture of ingredients that are never fully disclosed on the label. In this episode, w...

Read the full episode + resources here: 👉 https://becomingnatural.com/how-to-read-labels If you’ve ever stood in the store holding two products that look almost identical… and felt unsure which one to choose, there may be a reason why. Learning how to read labels isn’t as complicated as it seems—but most of us were never taught what actually matters. Because the truth is, many front labels are de...

Glyphosate in food is more common than most people realize—and it may be showing up in the very foods you trust most. What if something was applied to your food just days before harvest… and you were never told to look for it? Read the full episode + resources here: 👉 https://becomingnatural.com/glyphosate-in-food In this episode, we’re breaking down glyphosate in food —what it is, how it’s used,...

Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/episode-73-artificial-sweeteners-effects-on-body Artificial sweeteners are everywhere — from diet drinks to protein powders to “healthy” snack foods — and they’re often marketed as the smarter alternative to sugar. But what do artificial sweeteners actually do inside the body? In this episode, we walk through the science behind ar...

Nonstick cookware safety is something most people never think about — until they understand what can happen when these pans overheat. In this episode, we explore what nonstick cookware is made of, how PFAS behave in the body, and why everyday kitchen habits can quietly influence the environment inside our homes. Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/nonstick-cookware-...

https://becomingnatural.com/earthing-grounding-benefits Have you ever taken your shoes off and stood barefoot in the grass… and noticed that it just feels good? Not dramatically different. Just calmer. Quieter. That simple moment raises an interesting scientific question: what actually happens when the human body touches the earth? In this episode, we explore the fascinating science behind earthin...

https://becomingnatural.com/faith-through-hard-seasons/ Episode 70 is the story behind Becoming Natural. In this episode: • How chronic illness redirected my career • Why obedience matters more than readiness • How motherhood clarified my calling • Why I choose to be heard rather than seen If you’re walking through uncertainty, this is encouragement for faith through hard seasons. God builds calli...

https://becomingnatural.com/creatine-benefits-brain-body Creatine benefits extend far beyond muscle growth. In this episode, we break down how creatine supports ATP production — your body’s cellular energy system — and why that matters for both strength and brain function. You’ll learn: • How creatine helps regenerate ATP during high energy demand • Why muscle mass protects metabolism, stability,...

https://becomingnatural.com/listening-to-your-body What if the body was designed to communicate long before something breaks? In this deeply encouraging episode, we explore the quiet but powerful language your body speaks every single day — and why learning to recognize those early signals can shape your long-term health, resilience, and overall quality of life. Many women have been taught to push...

https://becomingnatural.com/toxin-binders-detox-mistakes What are toxin binders — and does your body actually need one? In today’s conversation, we unpack the truth behind binders and detox support so you can make wise, informed decisions instead of reacting to wellness noise. You’ll learn: what binders are and how they work inside the digestive tract why open detox pathways matter before adding s...

https://becomingnatural.com/l-theanine-benefits If your body feels tired but your mind refuses to settle, this episode will help you understand why — and what may gently support your nervous system. Today we are exploring L-theanine benefits , an amino acid widely studied for its role in promoting calm focus without sedation. Rather than forcing the brain to slow down, L-theanine appears to encour...

https://becomingnatural.com/oregano-oil-benefits Oregano is more than a supplement trend—it’s a leaf with a long history of everyday use. In this episode of Becoming Natural, we explore oregano oil benefits through a food-first, faith-centered lens, separating what science actually supports from modern hype. You’ll learn how oregano has traditionally been used as daily nourishment, when oregano oi...

Read the full blog post + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/fresh-milled-flour-benefits Bread was never the problem — modern processing is. In this episode of Becoming Natural , Penny explores the surprising benefits of fresh milled flour, why store-bought bread affects the body so differently, and what we lost when wheat was stripped of its germ, bran, enzymes, and healthy fats. You’ll...

https://becomingnatural.com/faith-during-chronic-illness/ This episode shares a deeply personal testimony of faith during chronic illness—a story written in waiting, surrender, and survival. Penelope reflects on decades of prayer, unanswered questions, and the quiet ways God works when healing doesn’t come on our timeline. This is a story from the trenches, offered to anyone still praying, still w...

Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/62-what-is-your-god-given-purpose/ In this first episode of Becoming Natural for 2026, we explore how purpose is rooted in identity—not productivity—and why peace and good health often comes when we live beyond societal and self-imposed expectations. Through Scripture, personal story, and lived wisdom, this episode walks through h...

Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/divine-design-of-our-bodies/ This reflective year-end episode explores the powerful, forgotten truth about the divine As 2025 comes to a close, this special reflection episode explores the powerful, forgotten truth about the divine design of our bodies . This conversation weaves together faith, science, and lived experience to ref...

Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/nutrient-deficiencies-symptoms/ Nutrient deficiencies are often the hidden reason symptoms linger—fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, digestive issues, and hormonal imbalance. In this episode of Becoming Natural , Penny walks you through a powerful mindset shift: stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs. Instea...

Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/is-seed-oil-worth-it/ Is the seed oil excitement really worthy? That’s the question we’re slowing down with today — not from fear or internet hype, but with clarity, compassion, and grounded science. Seed oils are everywhere in the modern diet, but understanding how they’re made and how they behave in the body helps us make wiser...

Read the full episode + resources here: https://becomingnatural.com/breast-thermography-early-detection/ What if there was a safe, radiation-free way to see what’s really happening beneath the surface— long before symptoms speak up? In this episode of Becoming Natural, Penny Sampler sits down with certified thermography technician Jenny Bitar to unpack how breast thermography can detect early sign...