Alter Your Health
Your source of information and inspiration to promote the holistic transformation of your health and the health of our planet! Dr. Benjamin chats with all sorts of experts in the fields of consciousness, holistic health, spirituality, and nutrition diving deep to access and share the nuggets of truth that support the growth and evolution of people and the planet.
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Mastering Macros - FAT
06/11/2020
Mastering Macros - FAT
Fat may be the sexiest of all the macronutrients... am I right? But, did you know there is FAT in a potato!? Or even a bowl of white rice! That's right, every whole plant food has carbohydrates, protein, and fat, along with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients to support your body in healing. In this episode we talk about the ideal quantity of fat to eat in your whole food plant based diet and the best places to source your fat. As is the case in other Mastering Macros episodes, we get a little sciencey, so be sure to hold on tight through this one! DISCLAIMER: We do NOT recommend counting macronutrients, or any other nutritional metric for that matter, including calories! Some important takeaways include... Saturated vs monounsaturated vs polyunsaturated fats Omega-3 and Omega-6 fats, and what they do inside your body Avoiding the fat trap that we find many people get stuck in on a WFPB diet Fresh ground chia and flax seeds are the best source of omega-3 fats in your diet "Overt Fats" should fit inside the palm of your hand, making up ~10-15% of calories, depending on your lifestyle, health status, and health goals Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... - Medicinal Spices - - Mastering Macros - CARBS - - Mastering Macros - PROTEIN - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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NOW Is A Great Time To WAKE UP
06/08/2020
NOW Is A Great Time To WAKE UP
This is about growth and evolution of the collective. This is about waking up to your power to live in peace. There is no better time to be right here, right now. There is no better time to be alive and awake in this amazing life! In this episode, I share from my heart my insights and perspective on how we can come together t support the healing of our human race. Some takeaways... Health and peace is our birthright - it's who we are! There is nothing you need to do, read, listen to, or practice to be more of who you already are Division and separation is an illusion perpetuated by thoughts we believe to be true Habits and behaviors can keep us asleep and present in the moment Biodiversity and diversity of the human race is crucial for health and evolution Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... - Battleground to Playground with Dr. Benjamin - - A Pandemic For Peace - - Global Pandemic or Growing Pains - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Mastering Macros - Protein
06/04/2020
Mastering Macros - Protein
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR PROTEIN!? Are you still being asked this silly question? In this episode we dive deep to understand WHAT protein actually is, WHAT it does for your body, and HOW MUCH you actually need. In the end, we debunk a lot of misconceptions held about proteint requirements and your plant based diet. In this episode we get a little sciencey to discuss some critical information to understand so you can fuel your body optimally. DISCLAIMER: We do NOT recommend counting macronutrients, or any other nutritional metric for that matter, including calories! Some important takeaways include... The miracle of nitrogen-fixing bacteria Essential vs non-essential amino acids "plant protein" vs "animal protein" How animal protein can acidify the body The risks of a high protein diet The myth of protein deficiency Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... - Toxic Truth of Collagen and Bone Broth - - Ray Cronise on Healthspan - - Mastering Macros - CARBS - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Dr. Ben Benulis: Vaccine Science and Covid Craziness
06/01/2020
Dr. Ben Benulis: Vaccine Science and Covid Craziness
Episode Summary Dr. Ben Benulis is back for another great conversation! This time, he's guiding me out of the 'controversy closet' as we both speak up and share our passion about vaccine safety and medical freedom. We most certainly could have gone on and on in any number of directions here, but we stay focused to the science of vaccines (or lack thereof) and also what to think and expect in terms of the forthcoming coronavirus vaccine. Some highlights of this conversation include... Why children today receive 72 shots compared to ~12 when we were both young Why vaccines are not held to any scientific rigor like other pharmaceuticals The potential 'injuries' associated with vaccines The link between our chronic disease epidemic and vaccines Thoughts on the pandemic, and the coronavirus RNA vaccine Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... - Plant Based Science with Dr. David Katz - - Ultimate Viral Protection - - The World Needs You To Speak Your Truth - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Mastering Macros - CARBS
05/28/2020
Mastering Macros - CARBS
A whole food plant based diet is a carbohydrate-rich diet... and that is a good thing!!! This is because carbohydrates are the preferred fuel source for each of the 10 trillion cells in your body. In this episode we get a little sciencey to discuss some critical information to understand so you can fuel your body optimally. DISCLAIMER: We do NOT recommend counting macronutrients, or any other nutritional metric for that matter, including calories! ADDITIONALLY, "carbs" are NOT a food group! ALL whole plant foods contain ALL macronutrients, along with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients that synergistically support your metabolism and health. Some important takeaways include... What carbohydrates have to do with the sun Simple vs complex carbs and glucose vs fructose The digestion, absorption, and metabolism of carbohydrates The role of insulin, and what REALLY causes insulin resistance/type 2 diabetes Why it's impossible to be a human without 'sugar/carb cravings' Debunking the myth that carbs make you fat Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... - End Sugar Cravings for Good - - Master Diabetes with Cyrus Khambatta - - Food Combining to Optimize Digestion and Metabolism - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Ellen Friedman: Dear Virus...
05/25/2020
Ellen Friedman: Dear Virus...
My mom is back! She was here to talk about 'grace and ease with pain and disease' in and we take the conversation deeper in this episode as she shares her intimate experience with 'the virus.' Upon emerging on the other side of her experience with the viral infection, Ellen wrote a letter to The Virus. Dear Virus, I was wondering if you were coming for a visit. Thanks for the advance warning. I'm appreciative of all the information I received of your upcoming arrival. I’m grateful for the wisdom that guided me during your visit. And, I’m more grateful for the mild symptoms and the gentle whispers for deeper self care. As my mentor, Dr. Bill Pettit says, I received your symptoms as love letters from my body. I want people to know that your visit can be gentle. I want people to know that your visit can be temporary, just like everything else that passes through us. Just like all of our thoughts. Just like all of our experiences. I was worried that if I told people that I was experiencing your variety of symptoms, that I could be adding more worry to the world. I've read and heard the fearful and worried responses of others sharing their journeys. I was resistant to the possibility of hearing worry from friends and family. You were the catalyst for some meaningful insights. I realized that I was concerned about my own worried thoughts. Then, a beautiful glimmer of light came through the cracks of my thinking. I can have worried thoughts and not always have to have the worried feelings that typically accompany the thoughts. I became aware of the thoughts as separate from myself. Thoughts are there and I’m here. It is really possible to have worried thoughts and not have the experience of worry. How powerful! Then, I had another insight. Who am I to think that I am responsible for the worry of others? The thinking, feeling and experience of others is not up to me. Every person has their own perspective of life from their own level of understanding. True freedom. With love and gratitude, Ellen PS - I knew that peace of mind was good for my immune system. Some highlights include... The insights had from 2 weeks of symptoms How wisdom guides us through symptoms and feelings Some of the supportive strategies used to keep her immune system functioning How experience with an illness translates into the rest of life Tapping into peace and stillness during pain and chaos Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... - Mental Health with Dr. Bill Pettit - - Peace in Chaos with Dicken Bettinger - - Relationships with Rohini Ross - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Understanding and Reversing Food Sensitivities
05/21/2020
Understanding and Reversing Food Sensitivities
Have results from food sensitivity testing left you feeling disempowered and hopeless? We get SO many questions about food sensitivities and allergies, and there is so much misunderstanding and misinformation about the topic. In this conversation we get right to the root of what's behind food sensitivities and how to reverse them for good! Some important takeaways include... The difference between food allergies (IgE immune response) and food sensitivities (IgE/IgA immune response) The link between intestinal permeability/leaky gut and dysbiosis How microbes digest plant fibers to heal your gut The importance of being slow and mindful while bringing in foods that may have caused issues in the past The risk of animal products in contributing to dysbiosis Why its crucial to understand the stress-gut connection, and how to find peace with food Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... - GMOs and Glyphosate - - Lectins, Phytates, Oxalates - - Fiber Fueled with Dr. B - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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The World Needs You To Speak Your Truth!
05/18/2020
The World Needs You To Speak Your Truth!
We all have different perspectives, beliefs, and opinions. With the seemingly increased polarization in our world it might feel daunting or difficult to share one's own truth - at least it has been for me (Dr. Benjamin)! When it comes down to it, there are relatively few hard truths in the world that are unarguably factual. Nevertheless, we all have our own personal truth, and the world needs to hear it! As we speak our truth, we also move our physiology into a healing state, while also promoting healthy evolution of our society. Some takeaways... The collective emergence into the 'satya yuga' from the 'kali yuga' The difference between universal truths and personal truths As we speak our truth we give others permission to do the same The risk of censorship as it relates to collective evolution The physiologic benefits of sharing truth, and the consequence of stifling it When in doubt, trust the good feeling and share from there We encourage you to come on into the Facebook group and join the Plant Based & Stress Free community at Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... - Relationships - - Pandemic for Peace - - Global Pandemic or Growing Pains - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Heal Your Thyroid Naturally
05/14/2020
Heal Your Thyroid Naturally
Thyroid health! So many people suffer with hypo or hyperthyroidism, most often diagnosed as an "autoimmune" condition. We know that the body doesn't attack itself! There must be something deeper going on... In this episode we get to the root of hypo and hyperthyroidism and share with your the immune stimulating diet and lifestyle strategies that will allow your body to heal naturally. Some important takeaways include... Thyroid basics, lab interpretation, and the interconnected endocrine system The real source of thyroid inflammation causing hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism How to steer clear from key environmental toxins The ultimate immune stimulating superfoods, and a couple isolated nutrients The importance of self-expression and moving the 5th chakra energy Hydrotherapy practices to bring fresh blood and energy to promote your healing Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... - Supporting Your Adrenals - - Autoimmune Lifestyle - - Ultimate Viral Protection - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Dr. Will Bulsiewicz: Fiber Fuel Your Microbiome & Heal Your Gut
05/11/2020
Dr. Will Bulsiewicz: Fiber Fuel Your Microbiome & Heal Your Gut
Health starts in the gut. Dr. B brings his expertise of the microbiome and digestive system to the podcast in this great conversation! We covered so much information that is truly fundamental for any and all humans looking to enhance health within their gut and beyond. Some highlights include... What an optimal microbiome looks like and how to achieve it How dysbiosis lies at the root of virtually all digestive issues What you need to know about prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics as it relates to your health How to heal a sensitive gut with plants The relationship between stress/anxiety and digestive disturbance Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... - Julieanna Hever - - Dr. Gemma Newman - - Ultimate Weight Loss Tips - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Optimizing Your Circadian Rhythm Naturally
05/07/2020
Optimizing Your Circadian Rhythm Naturally
We have a pandemic of insomnia and fatigue in this world, which comes down to the widespread disruption of the circadian rhythm. Your body has immense wisdom and is harmoniously tuned with nature. There are so many normalized social habits and tendencies that have lead to a deranged connection with thy natural cycles such as our own circadian rhythm. In this episode we cover important information about the hormones responsible for regulating this innate rhythm, why it's so important to reestablish this inner balance, and the potential health consequences tied with circadian dysfunction. Some important takeaways include... Why most people have a calcified pineal gland and what to do about it The relationship between melatonin and cortisol in your body Lifestyle practices for optimizing both melatonin and cortisol levels The 2 most detrimental habits when it comes to circadian disruption and sleep issues The benefits of hydrotherapy and exercise to recalibrate your rhythm Melatonin's potent antioxidant and immune stimulating properties and the longterm consequence of melatonin deficiency Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... - Supporting Your Adrenals - - Sleep Better and Heal Faster - - Should You Take Supplements - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Global Pandemic or Growing Pains? Or Maybe Both?
05/04/2020
Global Pandemic or Growing Pains? Or Maybe Both?
My thoughts have turned from individual health to the collective... and I feel I am not alone. In this episode, I share something I wrote on the topic of the cultural transformation that we are in the midst of right now. We might call it a coronavirus pandemic, but I think we can also agree that our culture and world will never ever be the same - and this is a good thing as far as I'm concerned! Read my full essay on Medium: Some takeaways... We are 'growing up' and growth isn't ever easy Sociopolitical generalizations are dissolving, and this is a good thing Humans are essentially identical and share so much common ground - let's focus there Power comes from inner peace, not reaction or revolt Fear of the unknown is normal, and can be alternatively viewed as excitement We encourage you to come on into the Facebook group and join the Plant Based & Stress Free community at Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... - Battleground into a Playground with Dr. Ben - - Turn your world Inside Out to feel Well - - A Pandemic For Peace - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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WFPB on a Budget
04/30/2020
WFPB on a Budget
When we talk about eating a whole food plant based diet we are (still!!!) often met with questions and criticisms about the expense. The truth is, this way of eating is MUCH less expensive than you nay have been led to believe! The amazing thing is that once you start to simplify your diet and eat more real, whole, nutrient dense foods, you will spend LESS money as your health INCREASES! Some important takeaways include... The true cost of meat, fish, dairy, and eggs The cheapest staple foods to stock up on and center your meals around Why we don't buy 100% organic, and what to do instead Processed foods and restaurant foods are the most expensive items The importance of fresh AND frozen fruits and veggies A nutrient dense whole food plant based day of eating for just $12.50 (compared to $18.33 for average standard american day of food) Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... Healing Iron Deficiency with Plants - Why Oil is NOT A Health Food - The Most Medicinal Herbs in Your Kitchen - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: . - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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How To Change For Good
04/27/2020
How To Change For Good
We all seek CHANGE, but only few want TO CHANGE. Here is another Doctor Ben monologue, this time on the topic of change, in a healthy, sustainable, and even effortless way. Force, willpower, and structured protocols are a thing of the past. They simply don't work in any sort of reliable and sustainable way. In this talk, we go into the natural and organic process of effortless change of habits from a peaceful, grounded, and neutral place. Some takeaways... Why willpower is inherently unsustainable The importance of trusting and following a good feeling Authentic good feeling vs "ego's" good feeling How to make choices from a peaceful center Using life for learning and growth We encourage you to come on into the Facebook group and join the Plant Based & Stress Free community at Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... From a Battleground to a Playground with Dr. Ben - Turn Your World Inside Out to Feel Well - A Pandemic for Peace - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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What Plant Eaters Need to Know About Vitamin B12
04/23/2020
What Plant Eaters Need to Know About Vitamin B12
The Vitamin B12 talk...! We've probably all heard bits and pieces of information and misinformation about where vitamin B12 actually comes from and what is does for us in the body. In this conversation we address the. topic full on, and hopefully put to rest any questions you may have held about your plant based diet being a suboptimal way of eating due to the fact that it 'doesn't contain vitamin B12'. Some important takeaways include... Where B12 comes from and why we need to supplement in the 21st century Why all farmed animals are given B12 supplements today The different forms of vitamin B12 what they do inside your body Signs and symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency The best and most bioavailable forms of vitamin B12 we recommend, along with dosages Why we don't recommend relying on fortified foods or vitamin B12 injections By the way, we recommend this vitamin B12 product, a mixture of methyl and adenosyl-cobalamin - here’s an amazon link - Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... Should You Take Supplements - All About Hormonal Health - Ultimate Guide to Natural Viral Protection - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Sanity, Immunity, and Our Transforming Society
04/20/2020
Sanity, Immunity, and Our Transforming Society
This is a first. Just me, Dr. Ben, sharing my thoughts. In some ways, this feels like a right of passage for me as a podcaster. A lot of energy has been building to move me to take this step and share. So here I am, in my long form monologue! Some takeaways... Your innate immunity is dependent upon a healthy relationship with microbes Side effects of a strong immune system Maintaining sanity and levity amidst information overload The importance of remembering who you truly are, beyond the human experience Your psychologic immunity and building its resilience What death has to teach us Living vs being kept alive in the disease management system The power of purpose in health and wellbeing How stress flips the circuit breaker on your immune system We encourage you to come on into the Facebook group and join the Plant Based & Stress Free community at Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... Battleground into a Playground with Dr. Ben - Turn your world Inside Out to feel Well - A Pandemic For Peace - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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The Most Medicinal Herbs Already in Your Kitchen
04/16/2020
The Most Medicinal Herbs Already in Your Kitchen
As Naturopathic Doctors, we know that Food IS Medicine... AND, we know the healing power of herbs! We are both herbalism nerds, and appreciate the vast healing properties that all medicinal herbs provide. BUT, we often forget about the healing power of the most basic, common, overlooked and under appreciated medicinal plants that are probably held hostage in your spice cabinet right now! Today we talk about the antimicrobial, immune boosting, anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, and digestive healing effects of various common culinary herbs and spices. Some important takeaways include... The synergy of phytonutrients in all plants and herbs Top antimicrobial herbs Powerful anti-inflammatory herbs How carmitative herbs help your gut The strongest herbs to support liver and kidneys to detox Why you should add MORE herbs than the recipe ever calls for in your cooking Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... Naturopathic vs Functional Medicine - Why Oil is Not a Health Food - End Sugar Cravings - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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WFPB Q & A - Eat To Reverse Disease and Extend Healthspan
04/13/2020
WFPB Q & A - Eat To Reverse Disease and Extend Healthspan
We are in the middle of another WFPB Challenge and want to share an excerpt from one of our latest sessions! Here we open it up to all sorts of questions spanning a huge breadth of topics, all pertaining to an optimal WFPB diet for health and longevity. We encourage you to come on into the Facebook group and join the Plant Based & Stress Free community at Please note, we also ramble just a bit about the Medicinal Living Mastermind. Enrollment opens periodically, so if you miss this opportunity, you can learn more and apply for a space at Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... What’s so bad about GMOs and conventional food - Healing Iron Deficiency with Plants - Why Oil is NOT a Health Food - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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A Pandemic For Peace
04/09/2020
A Pandemic For Peace
Fear is pervasive, especially in current times. Where is it all coming from? What does it all mean? What can I do about it? And what is the real opportunity here? Let’s take some time to talk about peace. Where to find that nice feeling and how to live from that centered place. In this episode we reflect on what's going on and how we have been responding to the current coronavirus pandemic situation that has swept the whole wide world. Some important takeaways include... Cluttered thinking vs a clear state of mind Where fear actually comes from (hint: not the virus, and not the news) Worrying vs trusting, and how to trust more Why 'trying' to be more peaceful is most often counterproductive The benefit of changing the channel, on your screen, and in your consciousness Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... Stress and Chaos to Peace and Wisdom with Dicken Bettinger - How stress magnifies symptoms - Turn Your World Inside Out to Feel Good - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Philip Bryden: Your Health Journey is Beautiful
04/07/2020
Philip Bryden: Your Health Journey is Beautiful
Philip and I connected via social media, and on some level I feel like soul brothers. He sent me a copy of his book, "You Are Beautiful," and his words and message resonates deeply. In this conversation we hear about how Philip went from a cycling fanatic growing up in LA to a plant based nutrition coach working and living abroad, now for the majority of his life. Philip is a fascinating guy with deep wisdom to share! Some highlights include... Insights gained from extensive food journaling throughout college Learning connection between food, lifestyle, and chronic disease by witnessing father's health decline How an Ayurvedic perspective informs lifestyle choices The holistic benefits of living with a gentle footprint How to live and travel abroad without sacrificing health and wellbeing Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... Ayurvedic Wisdom with Meredith Klein - Be a Healthy Yogi with Arvind Chittumalla - Eat Less Protein with Julieanna Hever - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Optimal Nourishment During Tough Times
04/02/2020
Optimal Nourishment During Tough Times
Covid-19 pandemic, aside, life is full of ups and downs, challenges and wins. It's human nature to feel good in the ups and struggle with the lows. In this conversation we present lots of tips for navigating tough times while also taking your health to the next level. We present reframes that span from body to soul. Some important takeaways include... The benefit of keeping your food preparation as simple as possible Ways to work with whatever your grocery store does or doesn't have while keeping nourishment your top priority Cultivating authentic selfishness so you can fill your cup before you can serve others Potential energy drains that clog your consciousness and deter you from health and wellbeing The power of a 'should detox' to find your inherent self-compassion Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... Simplifying human nutrition to thrive - Stop sabotaging your life - Changing habits without willpower with Amy Johnson - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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"The Coronation" an essay by Charles Eisenstein
03/31/2020
"The Coronation" an essay by Charles Eisenstein
This is a first! I'm reading an essay on the podcast. I was so touched by this essay, that I just needed to share it with the world - beyond simply posting the link on social media. It is about the opportunities that lie ahead for humanity, thanks to Covid-19. Yes - Thanks to the novel coronavirus pandemic, humanity is awakening to new opportunities... how will we move forward??? Everything Eisenstein includes in his essay resonates deeply with me, and I believe most all of humanity. So, give yourself the gift and listen through to the end... and share. There is great hope for humanity as we come into one accord, discerning what the highest values truly are and acting on that inspiration. Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... The end to violence, hunger, and climate change with Sailesh Rao - The One Mind that heals us All with Larry Dossey - Letting Heart lead you in life with Deva and Eaden Shantay - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Benefits of Growing Your Own Food
03/26/2020
Benefits of Growing Your Own Food
DISCLAIMER: We are NOT experts when it comes to gardening, farming, or soil science. BUT, we do know and appreciate the benefits of growing your own food, and we are sharing that with you in this episode today! I know a lot of people have been thinking and talking about growing more of their own food lately, especially since the current state of the environment, as well as the food shortages that many supermarkets have seen since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic of 2020. Personally, I do hope to be more of an expert gardener at some point in my life, but I think it may be a few decades until I get there! Some important takeaways include... The importance of nutrient dense soil, and how growing your own allows you to control the health and vitality of your food The impacts of herbicides and pesticides on personal and environmental health, and being empowered in your own garden Why your connection with nature really matters and how growing your own food fosters that connection The easiest way to get into growing your own food through microgreen cultivation or an herb planter More resources on at home gardening... Great microgreen resources at Growing in small spaces with Hydroponic systems like And as always, get inspired by just googling ""! Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... GMOs and Glyphosate - Symbiosis in Your Gut - End of Health Gurus - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Dr. Brooke Walls: Treating Acne, Eczema, and Skin Cancer Naturally
03/23/2020
Dr. Brooke Walls: Treating Acne, Eczema, and Skin Cancer Naturally
Dr. Walls is a dermatologist local to the Roaring Fork Valley in Colorado and has a uniquely holistic approach to her practice with a strong focus on diet and lifestyle. In this conversation we discuss the most common skin conditions that most people deal with at some point in their lives; acne, eczema, and skin cancer. Like any good holistic health practitioner, Dr. Brooke shares what is really going on 'beneath the surface' so that we can have the best approach for true and lasting health. Some highlights include... The 3 factors that play into developing acne, and people are more susceptible at different points in their lives The most important foods to avoid to prevent or eliminate acne The connection between stress and skin health How a small amount of topical steroid can be okay at times for eczema The role of antioxidants in preventing skin cancer, and why we need these from FOOD We also discussed a product called HelioCare! Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... Healing Acne - Engage your senses, Heal your skin - Control Inflammation For Good - Links to learn more - SHOW NOTES: - JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: - TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: - SUPPORT US ON PATREON: - GET OUR BOOK: - APPLY TO WORK WITH US: - CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: - CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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The Ultimate Guide to Natural Viral Protection
03/19/2020
The Ultimate Guide to Natural Viral Protection
So there's a viral pandemic... now what!? This week, we stay tuned in with current events to give you our grounded and evidence based take on ways to naturally support optimal immunity through diet, lifestyle, and nutritional supplementation. While we cover A LOT of tips in this conversation, it is important that supplementation with herbs and nutrients is a personalized process and should be informed by your current health status and medications/supplements under the guidance of a knowledgable natural health practitioner. Additionally, I can't emphasize enough the final points made in this conversation about turning off the TV and 'destressing' through nourishing time with loved ones or in nature. Some important takeaways include... How your innate immune system is designed to deal with times like these The power of whole food plant based nutrition when it comes to immune function How animal products can aggravate and stress your system Our favorite nutritional powders that pack an added healing punch The place for herbal supplements, and some of our go-to favorites in the kitchen and herbal teas How stress shuts down the immune system Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... Autoimmune Lifestyle - Silver fights pathogens and slows aging - How Water Saved My Life - Links to learn more SHOW NOTES: JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: SUPPORT US ON PATREON: GET OUR BOOK: APPLY TO WORK WITH US: CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Chana Studley: Healing Trauma & Pain Through Understanding 3 Principles
03/09/2020
Chana Studley: Healing Trauma & Pain Through Understanding 3 Principles
Chana Studley and I connected relatively recently via social media. She and I are both in the 3 Principles community with passions in holistic health and the mind body connection. Chana has a fascinating story, which is to some degree recounted fictionally in her book, The Myth of Low Self-Esteem. In this conversation we discuss her past traumatic experiences and how she has largely transcended the debilitating physical pain that she felt for years as a consequence. Chana’s current work is influenced by Dr. Sarno’s work with TMS (tension myositis syndrome) and the teachings of Sydney Banks and the 3 principles. Some important takeaways include... Chana’s experience of being mugged 3 times and almost dying How tension myositis syndrome (TMS) is really just “too much stress” Why reading a book, like Dr. Sarno’s “Healing Back Pain” can work to reverse symptoms The risk of dwelling on pain and symptoms, and what to do instead The power of understanding where pain and stress really come from You may also be interested in these episodes... Mental Health with Dr. Bill Pettit - Stress and Chaos to Peace and Wisdom with Dicken Bettinger - Grace and Ease with Pain and Disease with Ellen Friedmanl - Links to learn more SHOW NOTES: JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: SUPPORT US ON PATREON: GET OUR BOOK: APPLY TO WORK WITH US: CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Freedom from Anger and Resentment
03/05/2020
Freedom from Anger and Resentment
Anger, resentment, and all other human emotions, regardless of how disgusting and intolerable they feel, are completely and utterly normal. In this conversation, we don't talk about being completely free from these emotional experiences - that would of course be impossible! We discuss moving beyond and through anger and resentment with grace by understanding where these emotions come from. Some important takeaways include... Forgiving others vs forgiving self Inside out understanding of the human experience Pain is inevitable, but suffering is optional The momentary shifts of perception that are always possible The physiology of resentment - more on this in Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... Diffusing the Stress Bomb - How Stress Magnifies Symptoms - Turn Your World Inside Out to Feel Well - Links to learn more SHOW NOTES: JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: SUPPORT US ON PATREON: GET OUR BOOK: APPLY TO WORK WITH US: CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Saxon & Sinclair Fischer-Gray: Fasting The Healer Within
03/02/2020
Saxon & Sinclair Fischer-Gray: Fasting The Healer Within
A little over a year ago, these Australian dudes sent me a message on Instagram. They were about to go on a fasting journey together, that they intended to document and share with the world. I was excited to connect with Saxon and Sinclair in this conversation and learn about their experiences with prolonged fasting and other detoxification practices. Some highlights include... The spark of inspiration that Sinclair had, and how his younger Saxon came onboard with this project How toxicants accumulate in the body, and how they are released through proper fasting How and why hunger fades after 40 days without food Why fruit is essential to support the body in detoxifying The place for colonics and enemas in a fast The inevitable inner journey of self-discovery through fasting Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... Our Toxic World with Dr. Russell Jaffe - Should You Cleanse This Spring - Control Your Metabolism with Ray Cronise - Links to learn more SHOW NOTES: JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: SUPPORT US ON PATREON: GET OUR BOOK: APPLY TO WORK WITH US: CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Healthy Weight Gain, Muscle Building, & Energy Boosting with Plants
02/27/2020
Healthy Weight Gain, Muscle Building, & Energy Boosting with Plants
There are LOTS of people out there who want to LOOSE weight fueling the growth of the $70 billion weight loss industry. Some also want to GAIN weight, and healthfully. Especially athletes, those recovering from eating disorders, or those struggling with digestive issues. In this conversation we talk about the important things to focus on to gain weight healthfully without sacrificing health or athletic performance. Some important takeaways include... The importance of high quality carbohydrates! Choosing calorie dense plants, that are also rich in nutrition The importance of replenishing glycogen for muscle growth Why gut health matters, and how to heal your gut with plants Health conditions to consider if weight loss persists ALSO, we realized we didn't list our favorite weight optimizing, nutrient dense, high calorie foods! Oats, dates, bananas, potatoes, sweet potatoes, garbanzo beans, black beans, brown rice. Join the conversation and tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12PM pst on or ! You may also be interested in these episodes... Symbiosis in the Gut - Are you eating enough - The Stress-Digestion Link - Links to learn more SHOW NOTES: JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: SUPPORT US ON PATREON: GET OUR BOOK: APPLY TO WORK WITH US: CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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Dr. Amy Johnson: Changing Habits Without Willpower
02/24/2020
Dr. Amy Johnson: Changing Habits Without Willpower
"There are no problems..." Dr. Amy Johnson's approach to change probably flies in the face of everything you've been told about habits and change. No will power. No problems. No forcing. Just understanding. At Alter Health we also support people in changing in this way as well, based on the understanding of the 3 Principles of Mind, Consciousness, and Thought. It was wonderful to connect with this incredible 3 Principles based psychologist and change-maker, Dr. Amy Johnson! Some highlights include... Why all habits are normal and healthy to being human How we can get caught up in the human experience and innocently fall into "bad habits" The crazy swinging pendulum of thoughts and how that (can) effect our behavior Why it helps to get "really dumb" when creating new habits Change happens all the time and takes infinite forms always How The Little School of Big Change can support you in sustainable life changes Hope you enjoy! Please feel free to leave a comment, rating, or review on whatever platform you choose to tune in on! You may also be interested in these episodes... Mental Health, One Cause, One Cure with Bill Petit - From Stress and Chaos to Peace and Wisdom with Discken Bettinger - Mind, Consciousness, Thoughts, and Relationships with Rohini Ross - Links to learn more SHOW NOTES: JOIN PLANT BASED & STRESS FREE FB GROUP: TAKE OUR ONLINE COURSE: SUPPORT US ON PATREON: GET OUR BOOK: APPLY TO WORK WITH US: CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:
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