Messy Wellness

It's ​that ​time ​of ​year ​again. ​The ​leaves ​have ​turned, ​the ​peppermint ​mochas ​are ​flowing, ​and ​unfortunately, ​so ​are the ​sniffles ​and ​coughs. ​Yep, ​it's ​cold ​and ​flu ​season. ​But ​fear ​not. ​Today ​we ​are ​taking ​control ​and ​empowering ​ourselves ​with ​knowledge ​and ​action ​to ​fight ​back ​with ​a ​strong ​immune ​system. ​Let's ​crush ​these ​colds ​before ​they ​...

Embark on a journey through the intricate world of Ghrelin, Leptin, and GLP-1 in this gut health and hormone episode! Wondering what on earth they do and if it's worth knowing? Spoiler alert: it is! Ghrelin: Your Body's Dinner Bell Meet Ghrelin, the dinner bell hormone that signals your brain, "Time to eat!" Learn how managing this hunger maestro can help you understand when you're truly hungry or...

Are you planning a fresh start, restart, or taking things up a notch on your weight loss and health journey for the New Year?   If you're excited about the idea of a fresh start in the new year and embracing the "New Year, New Me" mentality, this episode is for you. Join me as we dive into the science behind setting ourselves up for success, the importance of milestones in our journey, and how to...

Have you ever heard of the stress bucket? Are you so stressed out that you don't even know you're stressed out? Do you not even know how to relieve some of that stress?   We know stress is not good for us but far too often we don’t even know how stressed out we are.  As humans, we can tolerate different amounts of stress before we get to the breaking point.  Too much stress can be the catalyst for...

Do you love kimchi, kombucha, or yogurt? What if I told you these delicious foods were more than just tasty treats? They're packed with gut-healing power, thanks to a magical process called fermentation. This podcast dives deep into the fascinating world of fermented foods, from their ancient origins to their modern health benefits. You'll learn: How fermentation has been around for millennia, pre...

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of herbalism with Shannon Mayernik, an herbalist and plant medicine maker. Shannon shares her insights on the benefits of growing your own herbs, the importance of sourcing herbs responsibly, and the beginner-friendly herbs that can help with a variety of common ailments. Discover the importance of responsibly sourcing herbs to ensure quality and...

Want to add years to your life as well as life to those years? Want to know the secret of achieving it?  How to foster a longer life expectancy as well as having loads of life in those years? The secret is spilled and we go over simple ways to nourish the mind, body, and spirit.  Are you ready to have more life in your years?  Listen in!   Episode Referenced https://holistichealthmadesimple.com/ha...

The holiday season is a time for loved ones, joy and happiness, but it can also be a stressful time of year. In this episode, I discuss how to survive the holidays without losing your mind or your waist. I share tips on how to eat healthy, manage stress, and enjoy the company of loved ones. I also discuss how to avoid common holiday pitfalls like overcommitting. So grab a cup of your favorite holi...

You're in for a treat.  Today's episode is an interview I did with Christiane from Hello Happy Nest.  Discover the secrets to maintaining health and happiness during the holidays with wellness-pro Christiane! In this episode, Christiane shares her philosophy that involves finding balance, rather than resorting to extremes of complete restraint or overindulgence. She'll walk you through joyful habi...

Join me in this sweetened episode as we unravel the mysteries surrounding sugar, caloric, and noncaloric sweeteners. With so much confusion out there, it's time to be empowered with knowledge to make the best choices for our health. Take a dive deep into the world of real sugar, exploring its various forms and their impact on our bodies. From there, we'll navigate through the realm of artificial a...

Have you been googling - How do I lose weight? How to have more energy? How to feel better? The truth is, there's a significant disconnect between the foods we consume and how they impact our health, and how we feel.  If you are tired of riding the rollercoaster of energy highs and lows? Tired of battling uncontrollable cravings for sweets, or worse, experiencing that dreaded hangry feeling? Liste...

If you've been on a journey to find optimal health and wellness, I'm sure you've encountered the buzzwords: eat to intuitively, eat to satiety, and only eat when hungry. These concepts are often hailed as the keys to a healthy relationship with food. But what do they truly mean? And, more importantly, how can you actually achieve intuitive eating when everyone seems to have their own opinion on it...

Ever find yourself lacking energy, feeling blah, and just not quite like your usual self?  But, despite it all, you're constantly reassured that you're perfectly healthy. Sound familiar? It's easy to chalk it up to excess weight and keep jumping from one diet to another, hoping that losing weight will help or you'll find another magical fix. But today, let's pause and ponder: Does the absence of d...

Listen in as I dive into the body positivity movement and how it fits into health.  It's a movement that has garnered a lot of attention, and it's a topic that deserves a closer look. Let's explore the fine line between self-acceptance and prioritizing our health. You are worth it!   Grab a drink and get comfy as I take the body positivity movement to better health!     As always if you need some...

Scrolling through the internet I'm sure you've seen the arguments.  One camp says it's all about calories and the other camp says it's all about hormones no need to worry about calories.  Join me as I navigate the polarizing arguments surrounding calories. Then decipher the confusion, debunk myths, and unveil the secrets to lasting health and weight loss.  Let's read between the lines to uncover t...

Are you ready to take a deep dive into some hard truths about getting healthy? It's time to shift our perspective beyond weight loss and start thinking about our long-term health. No one wants to be a burden when they are old.  Listen in as I bust the common objections and then give tips to get started.  Small steps today can make a big impact tomorrow. It's never too late to start taking back you...

Listen in as I speak with the nutritional manager at Nutrisense.  We talk all about the benefits of CGMs - continuous glucose monitor even if you are not a diabetic. Listen in for some great info on how to manage and/or prevent glucose issues.   You can learn more about Nutrisense and what they offer at https://www.nutrisense.io/ Related Episodes -  30 - Metabolic Health - https://holistichealthma...

Are ​your ​hormones ​out ​of ​balance? ​Ever ​wonder ​about ​the ​role ​your ​gut ​plays ​in ​all ​of ​this? ​Listen ​in as ​I ​unravel ​the ​fascinating ​connections ​between ​your ​gut ​and ​your ​hormones. The more we strive to understand the human body, it becomes more and more evident that the gut and the microbiome are the most important parts of the body and the most neglected parts of the...

Ready to dive into a germ-fighting adventure? Listen in. As I uncover the shocking truth about antibacterial products, from soaps to cleaning solutions to mouthwashes, I'll reveal why avoiding them might just be the game changer you need for a healthier, more resilient immune system. Listen in.   Studies cited -  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25359409/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16023513/ h...

Have you ever wondered what a health journey looks like over almost seven years? You know, you've seen people's before and after posts on Instagram, but do you really understand what it took to get there and how it changes along the way? Well, listen in as I share my almost seven-year journey and the most important things I've learned along the way.   As always if you need some one-on-one help I a...

Did you know that digestion starts in the brain?  Did you also know the importance of mindfulness in digestion?  Let’s take a look at how incorporating mindfulness works to improve digestion. Not being mindful when you eat disrupts all parts of the digestive process. Learn ways to get to a mindful way of eating. I cover the basics of digestion and then dive into the science of mindful eating Don't...

Are you ready to spice up your metabolic health? In this episode, we'll explore the top 8 spices that can boost your metabolism and support your overall health. But first, let's clarify the difference between herbs and spices. Herbs, like basil and parsley, come from the leaves of plants and have a milder flavor. Spices, on the other hand, come from various parts of the plant and pack a punch of f...

Do macros confuse you? Do you have no clue, really, what they are or how to figure them out, how to track, or any of that? Macros, probably one of the few things that are so simple, yet we overthink it to the point of making it beyond confusing. Let’s break down the essence of macronutrients and how they relate to your health.  In this episode I go over what each macro does in the body, and how we...

Start your day on the right foot with a steaming cup of coffee. This beloved beverage is often subject to debate regarding if it is healthy or not. Join me in exploring its benefits beyond a pick-me-up. Discover how coffee affects metabolic health benefits. Let’s dive into the scientific evidence supporting the advantages of coffee, debunk common myths, and provide tips on sourcing and enjoying th...

In this podcast episode, we're diving into the topic of fasting, a powerful tool for better health. Join us as we explore the incredible healing benefits of fasting. From autophagy, the cellular repair mechanism, to improved insulin sensitivity and metabolic health, fasting has a profound impact on our health. We'll discuss the different types of fasting, including extended fasting and intermitten...