Holistic Ratio Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Jenn Kujawa is all about going scared, overcoming fears, embracing her worth as a woman, and being a positive force for change in the world. In this episode, we learn about her recent trip to Guatemala to meet women with whom she is partnering to offer fair trade accessories to Americans, and in-turn, provide a living wage to families who otherwise might not be able to provide for...

Send us Fan Mail Curious about making your own cleaning products? Danielle Small from Naturally Simplified shares some basic information about why we should think about what's in the chemicals we use in our homes, and how we can safely make our own germ-killing concoctions using essential oils and simple ingredients from the grocery store. Get your very own DIY nontoxic cleaner kit from Danie...

Send us Fan Mail Do your kids get frequent ear infections? Is your baby constantly tugging on his or her ear? Want to know natural ways to support ear health before turning to antibiotics or tubes? Listen in as a father and chiropractor talks about how having a child has changed the he relates to parents facing a scary (and painful) situation with their children, and how chiropractic is a great wa...

Send us Fan Mail There are many differing opinions about how to prevent gun violence in Northwest Ohio. There's little chance of making progress without discussion. We're starting the conversation with three of Ohio's leaders on the gun violence prevention front lines. Rachel Gagnon is the Local Group Lead for Toledo Chapter of Moms Demand Action. She supports the 2nd Ammendment but...

Send us Fan Mail What is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder? What are the signs and symptoms? Who gets it and why? Is this only limited to veterans? What are some natural ways of treating PTSD? In this episode, Matt Hollo, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, gives details on PTSD. Host Rose Hollo asks specific questions about natural treatment options. Recommended resources: https://www.mattholl...

Send us Fan Mail Canal Junction Farm is farming outside the box! They're not your typical NW Ohio farmers, and it's paying off. From individual clients to restaurants like the very popular Fowl and Fodder in Toledo, people are in love with their healthy, delicious, sustain-ably (and ethically) raised grass fed meats and cheeses. When you're talking holistic health, a big part of thi...

Send us Fan Mail We're getting weird this week. Mind-body-soul-community! We cover a huge amount of ground: bone broth, menstrual sponges and cups, poop, supplement safety & affordability (and what some manufacturers are sneaking into their pills), MTHFR mutations, and our big fat Portland, Oregon trip, complete with Air B&B, amazing food, fantastic art, tiny house hotel, weird and wa...

Send us Fan Mail Are you able to adapt to change? Here are some special announcements from the Thrive Tribe 419 podcast. Have a great week! Support the show Click here to visit Golden Ratio Wellness's website and use the "Become a Client" button to explore ways to work with Dr. Rose and associates on metabolic and hormonal health. This is a virtual practice and Rose sees clients wor...

Send us Fan Mail There are so many words that make up the building blocks of motherhood. Love, faith, social isolation, fertility and infertility, spirituality, comparison traps, social media, play groups, self-care, etc. What words would you throw into it? Author Amy Seiffert lays it all out: the good, the bad, and the sometimes ugly messiness that is real motherhood. Truth bombs included. She pu...

Send us Fan Mail Lucy is a personal mind trainer and teaches her clients how to LIVE. She is a "vitalist," which is a theory about life that was once accepted in our society, but not longer considered relevant. Lucy feels this opinion is wrong because the mind and body need to work in sync for people to achieve true wellness. She is a graduate of the College of Integrative Nutrition and...

Send us Fan Mail What's emotional intelligence and do you have it? How does this skill help us lead with empathy? Jamie gives us the full scoop, sharing a personal struggle and how she stumbled into her field of helping people communicate and understand one-another better. She gives basics that can help you in your own life, including the secret to showing others you care, "anchors,&quot...

Send us Fan Mail Suffer from allergies? We cover some of the most essential changes you can make in your life to combat seasonal, environmental, and even (minor) food sensitivities. Danielle Small, Certified Holistic Aromatherapist answers some of our biggest questions. From reducing plastic (yes, plastic contributes to sensitivities!), to what essential oils may help improve air quality, to diet...

Send us Fan Mail Lucy is a personal mind trainer and teaches her clients how to LIVE. She is a "vitalist," which is a theory about life that was once accepted in our society, but not longer considered relevant. Lucy feels this opinion is wrong because the mind and body need to work in sync for people to achieve true wellness. She is a graduate of the College of Integrative Nutrition and...

Send us Fan Mail Jamie Walters hails from Defiance, Ohio and is the Ohio State Beekeeper of the Year! He's a Master Gardener, Certified Naturalist, Pollinator Specialist, Queen Inseminator, founding member of the Sustainable Technology Network, Apiary Inspector, Apiary owner, and beekeeping teacher. In this episode, Jamie shares his adventures in beekeeping, talks about how he would do things...

Send us Fan Mail Be sure to check out the video at this link: http://11to7show.com/ This week's guest is Dan Mobley (AKA "Danny Parker"), and 11 to 7 is his show. He gives us plenty of insider info on his show (which is still pre-launch), talks about the creative process, and suggests a couple fun things to do that are within a one-tank trip from Northwest Ohio. About the TV show: &...

Send us Fan Mail Let's talk Keto (and the research behind it), sugar addiction, weight loss vs. nutrition, and gut health! Brooke Gordon from Beetroot answers your questions about eating for health, while Matt Hollo, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, talks about the psychology behind eating and gives us an easy way to help beat sugar cravings. Rose reads excerpts from a favorite book:...

Send us Fan Mail Special announcement: On Monday, February 19th, Ashlee's surviving twin Nova is having brain surgery. On behalf of the Thrive Tribe 419 podcast, we'd like to extend our most heartfelt offering of love, prayers, Reiki, juju, mojo, and whatever else we can muster for Nova, Ashlee, and their family. We wish Nova a successful surgery and a peaceful recovery. #savingsupernova...

Send us Fan Mail Intern Galen Spiegler, BA PSY, guest-interviews listener favorite Erin Wiley on the subject of intimate relationships. Topics covered: -Traditional views of sex being only for a man's pleasure -Whether or not growing up in the 419 affects one's views about sex. -A look at sex education in NW Ohio school systems -And a discussion about pornography and how it can help or h...

Send us Fan Mail Win a free 12 pack, mixed flavors, of Crossroads Kombucha! Instructions on how to enter in this episode. Hastags: #ThriveTribe419 and #CrossroadsKombucha Winner will be chosen on February 19, 2018 and will be announced on the Thrive Tribe 419 podcast Instagram page. In this episode, Robert talks about how he's excited to begin thriving in his business in the 419, his former r...

Send us Fan Mail Are you a Rebel, a Questioner, and Upholder, or an Obliger? Join Rose and Matt as we discuss The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin, and how these tendencies affect our marriage and our parenting. Special listener Q&A with fan favorite Dr. Tyler Schwanz from Rebel Chiropractic. We end the episode with a very special meditation "offering up" our expectations. This our...

Send us Fan Mail Get your FREE printable guide to a clean gut and good health (written by Karen Lyke) by going to: https://www.thrivetribe419.com/clean-gut-is-health-gut This episode (Part 2) can stand alone! We've covered the basics of GAPS diet and now we dive deeper into the prevention and healing of chronic illnesses, especially Celiac disease and Autism. Karen explains whether the diet i...

Send us Fan Mail Karen is such a good teacher! She has a simple way of explaining tough concepts. In this episode, (Part 1 of 2), you'll learn WHAT the Gut and Psychology Syndrome is, how to eat on the diet, how it differs from the dietary suggestions offered by conventional medicine, and why we should care. We also touch on vegetarianism/veganism and our experiences with it. In Part 2, (Ep....

Send us Fan Mail Hungry kids in NW Ohio? This may be a bigger problem than many of us realize! In eye-opening interview, we learned how many kids in Defiance County are struggling with hunger on a daily basis, and what local community members and organizations are doing to help alleviate this issue. Carrie Wetstein, the Executive Director of the United Way of Defiance County is a natural behind th...

Send us Fan Mail What is a shameless mom, and is it the same as being selfish (and is it really a "bad thing)? How can we (especially moms) change from habits of self-neglect to self-care, and how does the Shameless Mom thrive in her daily life? How is she helping her child to live shamelessly amid gender stereotypes? We go even deeper, exploring feminism, people-pleasing, needless apologies,...

Send us Fan Mail Do vaccines save lives? Are they safe? We get into the nitty-gritty of the "the other side" of the vaccine debate. This episode is not for the faint of heart. Dr. Schraw is "anti-vax" and has the research to back up his claims. He feels that chiropractors need to go from "adjusting spines" to "growing them" when it comes to educating their p...