Gurl Gone Green with Suzi Swope

Are you tired of feeling stressed, confused, and worried about how to live a more natural lifestyle that actually works in modern day? There’s a lot of information out there, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Welcome to the Gurl Gone Green podcast! I’m your host, Suzi Swope. After years of testing products and consuming conflicting information on what is ‘natural’ and ‘healthy’, I have finally figured out a lifestyle that works well for my family and me. And my heart is to help you figure out the same for you and yours. From non toxic cookware, to healthy meals to natural skin care, we’ll be covering it all in bite-size, easy to digest (literally and figuratively!) episodes, so you can make the swaps that are right for YOU. Here, we believe in progress perfection. My mission is to help you not necessarily find the ‘perfect’ solution, because that isn’t maintainable for anyone, but to guide you to the ‘best’ alternatives that are sustainable to your lifestyle. Because, trust me, I get it. I’m a mom with a full schedule of running my kids to practice, music lessons, and just trying to get dinner on the table - so finding healthy swaps that work within a full lifestyle is key! But I’ve done it and I'm here to make it more attainable, doable, and FUN. Tune in each week as I cover different topics that are top of mind to YOU. I’ll equip you with the knowledge to make the lifestyle changes that you’ve been thinking about, but weren’t sure how to execute. In a way that’s realistic of course. We’ll be covering things like: - Natural living, - Natural beauty, - Natural kids, - How to detox your life in steps, - Real life scenarios for you to easily understand! I’m so excited to have you in this community, friend. So, are you ready to go green? I’m Suzi, and THIS is the Gurl Gone Green Podcast. https://gurlgonegreen.com/

35. How to Lose Fat, Build Muscle, and Feel Strong Again with Loren Mattingly 12/18/2025

35. How to Lose Fat, Build Muscle, and Feel Strong Again with Loren Mattingly Welcome back to the Gurl Gone Green Podcast. Today’s episode is such a good one, especially if you’ve ever felt confused, frustrated, or burnt out by fitness and dieting. For years, I thought eating less and doing more cardio was the answer. I didn’t understand why I felt puffy, tired, inflamed, or why my body wasn’t responding the way I wanted it to- especially as I got older and after having kids. In this episode, I’m sitting down with my Faster Way coach Loren Mattingly to talk about what actually works for real-life women: fueling your body with enough protein, lifting weights, training smarter, not harder and why under-eating can actually work against you. We’re breaking down fat loss, muscle building, metabolism, and how to approach fitness in a way that supports your hormones, your energy, and your lifestyle, without extremes or perfection. If you’re ready to feel strong, confident, and energized again, this conversation is for you. Let’s get into it. Meet My Faster Way Coach: Loren Mattingly is a leading FASTer Way to Fat Loss coach, an entrepreneur, and transformational leader helping women over 35 take back control of their health, hormones, and happiness. Over the past 8 years, Loren has guided thousands of women to sustainable fat loss through strategic nutrition, strength training, and hormone balance. Her signature approach blends science-based coaching with mindset, accountability, community, & real life —empowering women to ditch dieting, build confidence, and truly live life with the energy they are meant to have. A busy mom of three boys, Loren is passionate about showing women that you can build a strong body, successful business, and fulfilling life—without burnout or extremes. Her story and message have inspired countless women to pursue progress over perfection and to make lasting change from the inside out. . /episode/index/show/88c77926-9ca7-4708-a2c8-5ad5fe292e88/id/39451060

34. How Breast Implants Led to an Explant Journey 12/11/2025

33. How Clean Living Really Works In Real Life 12/04/2025

32. 5 Natural Gift Ideas Everyone Will Love 11/27/2025

32. How I Simplified Natural Living for Busy Women & Moms 11/20/2025

31. How to Have An Intentional Holiday Season 11/13/2025

30. How To Enjoy The Holidays Without The Sugar Crash 11/06/2025

29. What's Really In Your Candle? A Conversation With Fontana Candle Company 10/30/2025

28. How Beef Tallow Fits Into Clean Living: Skincare vs. Kitchen 10/23/2025

27. How Microplastics Sneak Into Your Life And What You Can Do About Them 10/16/2025

26. How to Use Fall Produce: Simple, Nourishing Superfoods 10/09/2025

25. How To Actually Get Your Kids To Eat Healthy 10/02/2025

24. How I lost the baby weight and got my body back 09/25/2025

23. Bone Broth: The Simple Superfood Your Body Craves 09/18/2025

22. 5 Everyday Toxins Moms Overlook- And Easy Swaps You'll Love 09/11/2025

21. Pantry Reset Secrets for Saving Big 09/04/2025

20. Good EMF Hygiene: How I Use My Phone Safely 08/28/2025

19. Simple Sleep Hacks For Better Sleep 08/21/2025

18. Beauty labels decoded—No Chemistry Degree Needed. 08/14/2025

17. Back To School Health Hacks For Kids 08/07/2025

16. 5 Life-Changing Things I’m Obsessed with for 2025 07/30/2025

15. The Beef Company Doing Things Differently: Meet Plainview 07/24/2025

15. The Beef Company Doing Things Differently: Meet Plainview Today’s episode is one I’ve been so excited to share. If you’ve been around here long, you know I’m incredibly passionate about knowing where my food comes from—and supporting small farms that are doing things right. And that’s exactly what Plainview Beef is all about. They’re a family-run ranch raising 100% grass-fed, grass-finished beef the way nature intended—no antibiotics, no hormones, no shortcuts. Just real, nutrient-dense meat raised with integrity and transparency. Their focus on regenerative practices and soil health doesn’t just benefit their cattle—it helps rebuild our food system from the ground up. I’ve yet to meet another meat company doing what Plainview is doing. They’re setting a new standard in this space, and it’s the kind of work we need to rally behind. In this episode, I’m sitting down with [insert guest’s name] to talk about what makes their beef so unique, how they care for their land and animals, and why it matters more than ever to support people like them—real families making a real difference in the way we eat and live. Now if you’re listening in real time, you’re in luck—Plainview is part of my Summer Savings Event, and they’re offering an exclusive coupon code that drops July 26th—but only for my email list. So head to the show notes and make sure you’re signed up! And if you’re catching this episode after July 26th—don’t worry. You can still save on Plainview Beef! Just check the show notes for the latest code and details. Be sure to check out my blog at for more natural living tips, and follow me on Instagram @gurlgonegreen to keep up with everything I’m loving and learning! , so you don't miss out on my exclusive coupon code that will only be good on July 26th for Plainview! I'll only be sharing this with my email subscribers. Use code: GURLGONEGREEN for $50 off your box of $350 or more! Shop Plainview here: /episode/index/show/88c77926-9ca7-4708-a2c8-5ad5fe292e88/id/37530025

14. What's Changed and What Hasn't In my Natural Living Journey 07/17/2025

13. Part 2- Dr. Rebecca Taylor: How Oral Health Impacts Your Entire Body 04/10/2025

13. Part 2- Dr. Rebecca Taylor: How Oral Health Impacts Your Entire Body I’m so excited to share this two part series with you on Holistic Dentistry! I had the pleasure of having my dentist on the podcast, Dr. Rebecca Taylor. She is the queen of holistic and biological dentistry and is sharing so many nuggets in these episodes. We split the episode into two chunks so you could really digest all she has to share. I’v personally experienced such great results from her practice and can’t wait for you up level your oral health with her knowledge as well. Dr. Taylor is the lead dentist at and the owner of , conducting airway, TMJ, and sleep screenings along with comprehensive diagnostic exams that consider whole-body health holistically. Her goal is to treat people, function, and root causes – not just teeth or symptoms. With a background in molecular biology and dentistry from UC Santa Barbara and the University of the Pacific, Dr. Taylor is accredited in safe mercury removal, board-certified in naturopathy and integrative biologic dental medicine, and certified in ozone, myofunctional, and functional orthodontic therapies. This comprehensive training allows collaborative, individualized treatment plans focused on total mouth and body health. She has developed a passion for treating crowded teeth and sleep apnea/airway issues, becoming a top provider of Myobrace and DNA/Vivos systems on the West Coast. Drawing from biological dentistry, functional medicine, cranial-sacral therapy, and orthodontics, she utilizes an interdisciplinary protocol for jaw development and sleep apnea. In this episode She’s sharing: 1. What people need to know about mercury fillings and proper removal? 2. All about orthodontics- are braces really the best option, and is there more that we should be looking at than just crowded teeth? 3. Why we should be using hydroxyapatite in our toothpaste and are there risks involved with using it? 4. We also dive into waterflossing, and why she is a fan. I also asked her some Rapid Fire questions that include : Her Thoughts on oil pulling- and if it actually works? Her Thoughts on mouth taping? Are electric toothbrushes better than manual ones? What her perfect natural oral care routine would look like What's the best way to whiten your teeth naturally? If you’ve been looking for a holistic dentist, look no further than Green City Dental. I can’t recommend them enough. Dr. Rebecca also does virtual consults as well if you don’t live close. Follow Dr. Rebecca's practice on instagram Also, I created a free Oral Health Guide that shares so many things I learned from Dr. Rebecca, that really helped me in my oral health journey. Check out my blog /episode/index/show/88c77926-9ca7-4708-a2c8-5ad5fe292e88/id/36079680

12. Dr. Rebecca Taylor: How Oral Health Impacts Your Entire Body 04/03/2025

12. Dr. Rebecca Taylor: How Oral Health Impacts Your Entire Body I’m so excited to share this two part series with you on Holistic Dentistry! I had the pleasure of having my dentist on the podcast, Dr. Rebecca Taylor. She is the queen of holistic and biological dentistry and is sharing so many nuggets in these episodes. We split the episode into two chunks so you could really digest all she has to share. I’v personally experienced such great results from her practice and can’t wait for you up level your oral health with her knowledge as well. Dr. Taylor is the lead dentist at and the owner of , conducting airway, TMJ, and sleep screenings along with comprehensive diagnostic exams that consider whole-body health holistically. Her goal is to treat people, function, and root causes – not just teeth or symptoms. With a background in molecular biology and dentistry from UC Santa Barbara and the University of the Pacific, Dr. Taylor is accredited in safe mercury removal, board-certified in naturopathy and integrative biologic dental medicine, and certified in ozone, myofunctional, and functional orthodontic therapies. This comprehensive training allows collaborative, individualized treatment plans focused on total mouth and body health. She has developed a passion for treating crowded teeth and sleep apnea/airway issues, becoming a top provider of Myobrace and DNA/Vivos systems on the West Coast. Drawing from biological dentistry, functional medicine, cranial-sacral therapy, and orthodontics, she utilizes an interdisciplinary protocol for jaw development and sleep apnea. In this episode She’s sharing: 1. What holistic and biological dentistry is, and how it’s different from traditional dentistry? 2. How an appointment at her practice looks different than a traditional dentist. 3. How to holistically strengthen enamel and prevent cavities plus, sharing why some kids might be more prone to cavities. 4. How do diet and nutrition affect oral health 5. How important is it to have a healthy balance of oral bacteria and the importance of gut health for optimal oral health. 6. Plus, we dive into root canals and how she approaches them from a holistic perspective and what you need to know before getting one. *Stay tuned for the second part of the podcast next week. If you’ve been looking for a holistic dentist, look no further than Green City Dental. I can’t recommend them enough. Dr. Rebecca also does virtual consults as well if you don’t live close. Follow Dr. Rebecca's practice on instagram Also, I created a free Oral Health Guide that shares so many things I learned from Dr. Rebecca, that really helped me in my oral health journey. Check out my blog /episode/index/show/88c77926-9ca7-4708-a2c8-5ad5fe292e88/id/35982895

11. How to Age Well: Life Lessons from My 95-Year-Old Grandma 03/27/2025

10. How to Eat Fresh, Local, and Seasonal with a CSA Box 03/20/2025

09. How To Build Better Snack Habits For Kids 03/13/2025

08. The Hidden Dangers of Fragrance: What’s Lurking Behind the Smell? 03/06/2025

07. How To Go Green Without Going Broke: Natural Living On A Budget 02/27/2025

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