The Healthy Approach

Bryan is taking the month of October to shine a light on some of the fantastic female business owners that we are fortunate to work with at the Sunflower Shoppe. First up, Kristina Hall, Founder of True Grace As a new mom with over 20 years of experience in the natural health industry, It was disappointing to see hundreds of products marketed toward kids that were loaded with sugar and had no miss...

Nontoxic beauty products are an essential step to living a healthier life and improving your well-being. The primary purpose of human skin is to serve as a protective barrier between the internal organs and the external environment. Unfortunately, beauty products are usually loaded with a ton of complex ingredients that most of us can't even understand. The good news is that there are companies th...

Stress! You know how that makes you feel. For some of us, we get cravings, it might add weight to our midsection. It can cause sleep issues and create more anxiety. Stress messes with your gut and creates GI problems. So many symptoms we manufacture could spread. So what can you do about it? That is what this episode is all about.   Bryan Bradford is the Chief Nutrition Officer of Sunflower Shoppe...

EP 121 Research is still booming around the topic of our endocannabinoid system. This amazing system involves a network of cell receptors that when certain cannabinoids like CBD attach to them. The benefits can be incredible regulation of pain, inflammation and even our immune system are all impacted. We're learning more about other nutrients like PTA, CBD and THC, which each had their own benefic...

Ep 120 Paul Freeman from Garden of Life joins Bryan as they share an in-depth discussion, highlighting the significance of understanding personal health objectives, dietary habits, and potential nutrient gaps. Listeners gain valuable insights into deciphering supplement labels, seeking reputable brands, and considering third-party certifications. Moreover, I emphasize the importance of consulting...

Ep 119 In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of supplemental mushrooms and their profound benefits for human health. Mushrooms have been used for centuries in traditional medicine, and recent scientific research has shed light on their remarkable potential to promote well-being. We delve into the diverse range of health benefits provided by these extraordinary fungi, including immune s...

Ep 118 A deep dive into the ingredients found in our food and supplements that are not healthy and sometimes not even safe to consume. Vani shares her passion for real food, real ingredients, and why it matters to us all. Guest: Named as one of the "Most Influential People on the Internet" by Time Magazine, Vani Hari is the revolutionary food activist behind foodbabe.com , co-founder of organic fo...

Ep 117 This podcast unravels the secrets of natural skincare. Join us as we delve into the benefits of natural skincare, from harnessing the potency of plant extracts to utilizing organic and sustainable ingredients. Topics: 1. Natural skincare vs mainstream  2. Retinaldehyde ~ the preferred form of topical Vit A 3. Topical Vitamin C ~ what is the rage?  4. what is EGF ~ Epidermal Growth Factor 5....

Ep 116 Bryan's guest: Cat Tatman with Intelligent Elixirs. Together they tackle some of the most common questions about caring for our skin as we age such as, how the skin ages, the best ingredients for aging skin, the best ingredients for hyperpigmentation, as well as dry skin vs dehydrated skin. Bryan Bradford is the Chief Nutrition Officer of Sunflower Shoppe and is one of its founding family m...

Ep 115 It is that time of the year again when we all want to become healthier, we want to eat better, exercise more, and try to lose those extra pounds. Each year people ask me, how can I speed up my metabolism. What are the best ways to curb sugar cravings? Or what else can I do to burn fat alongside a good diet and exercise program? There are nutrients that have been shown to help you reach your...

Ep 115 In this podcast episode, we delve into the topic of adaptogen herbs and how they can help with managing stress. We explore the concept of stress and its impact on physical and mental health and discuss the role of adaptogen herbs in supporting the body's ability to adapt to stressors. We review different types of adaptogen herbs, such as ashwagandha, Rhodiola, and Holy Basil, and their trad...

Ep 114 This episode focuses on men's health: prostate, nitric oxide, performance, and testosterone. GUEST: Niki Wolfe has more than ten years of experience in the supplement industry and a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. She is also a Certified Functional Health Coach and a passionate believer that we don't have to let our circumstances and diagnoses hold us back from thriving. She loves emp...

Ep 113 Mushrooms are a functional food that can be used every day with a wide variety of health benefits. Bryan's guest on this episode is Richard Cividanes, with Host Defense Mushrooms. They take a deep dive into the supplemental use of mushrooms, where they come from, and what to look for in a good quality supplement. Bryan Bradford is the Chief Nutrition Officer of Sunflower Shoppe and is one o...

Ep. 112 Sunflower Shoppe is a family business that began over 50 years ago. I always love to speak to other family businesses. I recently sat down with an old friend whose wife, Christy, started a vitamin company called True Grace. The word grace means to give honor or credit to, which is very fitting for this company that cares about the health of our planet as much as the human race. The methods...

Ep 111 Science is proving that good health is directly associated with having great gut health. Problems associated with bloating, indigestion, constipation, and IBS are all signs that you have a gut imbalance. Many people are told to just take a probiotic because that will make things better. That indeed does help. But what if there was even a faster way? What I mean is this Probiotics that disso...

Episode 110 In this podcast, we will explore the topic of parasites - what they are, how we get them, and how to treat them. Firstly, parasites are organisms that live on or inside another organism (the host) and derive their nutrients from the host. They come in many different shapes and sizes, ranging from microscopic bacteria and viruses to larger worms and insects. Some parasites can cause ser...

Episode 109 As much as we want to focus on allergy symptoms, it may be more important to address and understand the systems of the body that are affected when allergens take hold. It's a privilege for me to welcome back Mitch Coven to the show to help educate all chronic allergy and sinus sufferers about what can be done to support your histamine response and breathe clearly again! Bryan Bradford...

Ep: 108 Guest:  Myra Mesko is the Founder of MyChelle Dermaceuticals AND Botanical Rush Dermaceuticals. She is a consumer advocate for creating non-toxic Professional Strength formulas at affordable prices. Myra has 23 years of experience in the skincare industry selling through natural food stores since she believes beautiful skin starts with a healthy, balanced diet and lifestyle. Bryan Bradford...

Ep: 107 Richard Cividanes is back to share with Bryan how mushroom supplements can help strengthen your immune system, reduce stress, and increase your energy levels. Bryan Bradford is the Chief Nutrition Officer of Sunflower Shoppe and is one of its founding family members, originated by his grandmother more than 50 years ago. Bryan offers one-on-one, in-depth nutritional consulting and testing f...

Ep: 106 Rachel Kilroy joins Bryan in this episode to discuss the top five issues our customers are asking about: sleep, energy, stress, mood, and focus. They are all related and the good news is that research shows the benefits of supplements with adaptogens and nootropics. Rachel does a great job breaking down these components and explaining how they help you feel your best all day! Bryan Bradfor...

Ep: 105  Cardiovascular health Stress - how it affects heart health Importance of incorporating antioxidants with EFA's. Bryan's guest on this episode is Kira Barret, Kira is a nutritionist with a passion for the natural health industry. She holds a degree in Human Nutrition & Dietetics and enjoys helping others learn about the correlations between nutrition and vibrant health.  Bryan Bradford is...

Ep: 104 Brenda Watson, CNC joins the conversation with Bryan to talk about our gut microbiome and the benefit of probiotics. In the mid 2000's she created the first high potency, multi-strain probiotic that many companies replicate today. Armed with the latest research on our microbiome, Brenda is now teaching others the importance of probiotic strain diversity and how a condition called LOMD is a...

Ep: 103 Our guest speaker on this informative podcast is a local Chiropractor: Dr. James Dixon from Evolve Chiropractic. Listen now to learn about pain, what the signals are, and how to recognize and manage different pain patterns. Dr. Jason graduated with honors from Parker University, receiving a Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2015. He is well versed in many chiropractic techniques, attended m...

Ep: 102 Bryan and Richard Cividanes with Host Defense discuss 3 specific mushroom supplements that can help support and strengthen the upper respiratory system Bryan Bradford is the Chief Nutrition Officer of Sunflower Shoppe and is one of its founding family members, originated by his grandmother more than 50 years ago. Bryan offers one-on-one, in-depth nutritional consulting and testing for many...

Episode 101 Part two in a two-part series on Gut Health. Bryan has Joanie back to help unpack the exciting potential of a probiotic strain Bifido Longum 1714. Specifically, due to the remarkable research backing it, 1714 has also been identified by researchers with a more scientific name "psychobiotic," which means exactly what it sounds like. It identifies a probiotic strain with specific proven...