500: Fatigue, Eczema, Chronic Strep, and Weight Issues: All Resolved By Real Food
Release Date: 11/11/2024
511: German New Medicine: What Is REALLY Making You Sick? with Dr. Melissa Sell
Wise Traditions
What if your body isn't malfunctioning but adapting? Could trauma or conflict be the root cause of the dis-ease you’re experiencing? Dr. Melissa Sell, a chiropractor and New Medicine consultant, shares an insightful overview of Germanic New Medicine (GNM), a radically different approach to healing. Many of us spend years overhauling our diets or trying new protocols for gut issues, autoimmune conditions, and chronic illnesses—often without lasting results. Melissa explains the fundamentals of GNM, highlighting how a root conflict or emotional shock can trigger the body’s adaptation...
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510: The Power of Peanuts & Copper and the Problem with Climate Change with Matt Roeske
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What if everything we’ve been told is backwards? Peanuts have been labeled bad for us due to mycotoxins, but what if they’re actually protective—especially against EMFs? And copper, once a staple in our lives through pipes, tools, and cups, has been replaced with iron, PVC, and plastic. Why did we move away from this beneficial material? In this episode, Matt Roeske of explores "inverted truths" about our health and well-being. From climate change and its manufactured narrative to the real story behind peanuts, copper, and water scarcity, Matt challenges mainstream assumptions. He...
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509: How Weight Loss Is Related To The Vibration Of Food & Life Force Energy With Whitney Aronoff
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Here's a fresh approach for weight loss! Instead of counting calories or eating less and moving more, what about taking into account the vibration of food, i.e. its life force energy? This is what Chef Whitney Aronoff, of High Vibration Foods, recommends on today's episode. Whitney's approach focuses less on the numbers on the scale and more on how we feel and how the food we eat makes us feel. She also covers the importance of freshness and sourcing. She tells stories of how her clients' health and weight has stabilized with this perspective. And she also shares what she, as a personal chef,...
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508: The Mystical, Mythical, And Marvelous Wise Traditions Of Ireland With Stephen Kavanagh
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A mythical island known as the “other Atlantis,” Skellig Michael where monks once dwelled, and the story of how oysters saved humanity are just a few of the many highlights from today's episode. Marine biologist Stephen Kavanagh gives us an overview of wise traditions in Ireland. Stephen shares the earliest accounts of life in Ireland—from what the people ate to how they embraced art and beauty. In essence, he takes us on a tour of his beloved Ireland. Check out Stephen's website: Subscribe to the Check out our sponsors: and the
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507: Best of 2024 with Ginny Yurich, Dr. Olivia Lesslar, and Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
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Our end-of-year gift to you is this "highlight reel" of sorts, featuring excerpts from the most listened-to episodes of 2024! Ginny Yurich covers how our children benefit from being outdoors. Dr. Olivia Lesslar explains how to communicate to our body that the coast is clear and that we’re in a safe space to heal. And Dr. Gabrielle Lyon goes over how strength training can help us avoid the “diseases of aging”: obesity, cancer, and diabetes. Listen and benefit from the insights each guest brings! And check out each episode in its entirety: Order the "" book! Check out our...
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506: Why Cooking Traditional Foods From Scratch Is Worth It With Mary Bryant Shrader
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Do you get overwhelmed thinking about making sourdough bread from scratch? Or homemade broths and soups? Mary Bryant Shrader of Mary's Nest is a YouTuber and educator who has a knack for demonstrating how simple (and tasty and economical) traditional cooking can be! Today, she shares some of her own story (including successes and failures along the way) of how she got into becoming a "modern kitchen pioneer". She goes over the biggest hurdles we face (like feeling too busy or too intimidated to get started), how to overcome them, and even what inspires her to keep going with traditional food...
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505: Motherhood: You Don't Have To Be "Crunchy" For Your Family To Benefit From Homeopathy With Dr. Lauri Grossman
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Homeopathy is a commonly practiced system of medicine, worldwide. And yet it is sometimes regarded with a fair amount of skepticism. Today, Dr. Lauri Grossman, President of the Board of Directors of the National Center for Homeopathy, addresses how (and why) to get started with homeopathy in your own home. She tells the story of what originally sparked her own interest in homeopathy. She covers what it is and how it works. And how we can use it for our children, as a complement to conventional treatments. Dr. Lauri also offers simple first steps for applying it to our families' health...
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Motherhood: How To Avoid Antibiotics & Use Natural Remedies Instead With Erin O’Donnell
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Thrush, ear infections, sore throats, congestion, sleep issues and even postpartum infections. Author (and former RN) Erin O'Donnell offers alternatives to antibiotics for all of the above. She has concrete tips for which foods are richest in nutrients to ward off infections or help calm an upset stomach. She also offers recipes for soothing teas and remedies, along with lifestyle tips to avoid illnesses in the first place! Visit Erin's website: Check out the private support groups See our sponsors: and
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503: Motherhood: PCOS, Prenatal Nutrition On A Budget, Postpartum Depression And Overwhelm With Lily Nichols
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Infertility is on the rise. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and postpartum depression is, too. Can diet help address these issues? And what’s the best diet to enhance fertility? Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and the author of Real Food for Fertility, Real Food for Pregnancy and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes. Today, Lily offers practical advice for tackling the issues mentioned above and more. Lily covers how to maximize micronutrients for mothers and mothers-to-be, even when on a budget. She gets specific about foods to include in the diet that enhance fertility...
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502: Motherhood: Controversial Ideas On How To Nourish For Fertility, Pregnancy, And PostPartum Recovery With Sally Fallon Morell
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Animal fats enhance fertility. Babies benefit from breastfeeding but should not be exclusively breastfed for their entire first year. Women should consider giving birth in a hospital! These are just a few of the controversial views that Sally Fallon Morell shares on today's episode. Sally is the President and Founder of the Weston A. Price Foundation, and, as such, she offers valuable insights based on ancestral wisdom related to fertility, pregnancy, and childbirth. She covers dietary choices to enhance conception, and to hasten postpartum recovery. She also goes over how to best...
info_outlineTo celebrate this milestone epsiode, we are sharing sotries from guests who have resolved health challenges thanks to nutrient-rich diets and traditional wisdom.
You'll hear from Saritah on addressing military-related weight issues with keto principles and nutrient-rich foods; Corey Dunn on managing her child's severe eczema by eliminating gluten and dairy; and Janine Farzin on revitalizing her diet with sacred foods high in fat-soluble vitamins. Medea Galligan breaks down the importance of fermented soy products and the pitfalls of non-fermented soy, while Erin Meschke recounts her recovery from a challenging childhood through dietary changes. Finally, Kristen Files shares how living foods rejuvenated her energy levels.
They each offer practical tips, along with captivating stories and insights into traditional dietary practices.
Guest websites include:
Saritah - WAPF chapter in Madison WI
Corey Dunn - For Nutrient's Sake
Janine Farzin - Offally Good Cooking
Kristen Files - Forest Creek Wellness
Erin Meschke - WAPF chapter in Boulder CO
Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation (using the code pod10)
Find your local chapter leader on our website: westonaprice.org
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Key Takeaways:
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Principles of the Weston A. Price Foundation
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Nutrient-Dense Foods
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Cultural Practices and Modern Diets
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Overcoming Health Issues with Food
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Breastfeeding and Early Nutrition
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Holistic Approach to Wellness
Episode Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:43 - Weight Struggles and Keto Diet Discoveries
04:09 - Transitioning to a Nutrient-Rich Diet with Organ Capsules
07:47 - Benefits of Frozen Liver Pills and Fermented Cod Oil
10:16 - Health Issues Arising from a Strict Low-Fat Diet
13:02 - Challenges of Eating Liver and Unpleasant Tastes
17:19 - PaleoValley Beef Sticks: Sustainable and Nutritious
19:48 - Eco-Friendly US-Made Natural Fiber Sheets at a Discount
23:41 - Overcoming Struggles and Finding Healing Through Food
27:43 - Health Tips Recommended by Podcast Guests
31:06 - The Foundational Role of Nutrition in Wellness
33:29 - Life-Changing Spanish Podcast for Families
37:40 - Outro
Quotes of the Episode:
"Check your shelf, find what doesn't nourish or serve you, toss it out. Refresh your choices!"— Saritah
"I say taking ownership of your health means incorporating living foods like ferments, raw milk, and quality meats. Focus on what you can add to your diet first." — Kristen Files
"When you cook at home, you select the ingredients. It's simple to avoid things not in line with your values."— Corey Dunn
"Muscle meat isn't enough. Balance it with connective tissue, amino acids from organ meats and bones. Support local farmers for deep nourishment."— Janine Farzin
"Discover your leader. Dive into the world of real food, fermentation, and bone broth. Elevate well-being, nurture your body, and witness self-healing." — Medea Galligan