Healthy Foods

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I am a huge seafood fan, so when I hear concerns from you about whether seafood is safe to eat, I definitely want to talk about it! One of the biggest concerns about seafood is the bioaccumulation of heavy metals from pollution in the oceans. It can be confusing to know what fish or seafood … Continue reading Heavy Metals in Fish & Seafood: Should We Be Worried? ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J You all ask so many great questions that I like to do a solo episode once in a while to answer some of the things on your mind. Of course I’m not a doctor, but I am a mom who’s been totally immersed in health for the last 15 years! I try to answer most … Continue reading 387: Ask Katie Anything: Protein, Supplements, Sleep, Parenting, and Shoes ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Rose water is not only beautifully fragrant but extremely versatile. It has an extensive range of uses including facial toner, hair perfume, cooling mist, and linen freshener. Rose petals are edible and rosewater has a place in the culinary world as well. I use rose water to replace some or all of the water in … Continue reading How to Make Rose Water ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J After a surgery my husband had years ago (with resulting secondary infection and IV antibiotic use), his gut needed a little extra help. A gut rehabilitation he was following at the time (see below) suggested he try making a cumin coriander fennel tea to help his bloating and digestive problems. It worked! Now we are … Continue reading Cumin Coriander Fennel Tea (for Digestion and Weight Loss) ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J This episode has been a long time coming, but I knew it was important to make sure we had reliable data available first! Now that some studies have come out, it’s time for a deep dive into COVID and who better to walk us through it than one of the researchers I highly, highly respect … Continue reading 386: What the Current Data Says About Viral Risk, Immune Function, and Herd Immunity With Dr. Chris Masterjohn PhD ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J We love camping as a family for uninterrupted quality time out in nature (which has real health benefits!). For a long time, my husband and I were camping purists. Camping meant carrying everything you needed, including the biodegradable toilet paper, deep into the woods far away from peasantries like running water and bathrooms. Someday, I’ll … Continue reading The Best Tents for Family Camping ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Our family loves Halloween! It’s true, in the early days we were trick-or-treating holdouts (all that sugary artificial candy… shudder!). Now that my kids are older and we’ve figured out a healthy balance, times have changed. We just buy candy with better ingredients (and make sure to have non-candy treats too). Reinventing our dinner plan is another way … Continue reading 14 Festive & Healthy Halloween Recipes (Kids Will Love) ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J This episode is about one of my favorite research topics, oral health. I’m here with Dr. Kelly Blodgett, a recognized leader in holistic dentistry. Dr. Kelly has a fascinating and integrative approach to common dental health questions on topics like root canals, wisdom teeth, remineralizing teeth, gum disease, and a lot more. And some of … Continue reading 385: Root Canals, Wisdom Teeth, Remineralizing Teeth, and More With Dr. Kelly Blodgett ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Update: Since the original writing of this post, I acquired an Instant Pot with a yogurt making function. It makes yogurt-making a breeze and I can do a whole gallon at a time. For the most part, the process is the same as what’s listed below. In step three I leave the warmed milk in the Instant … Continue reading How to Make Yogurt (Easy Homemade Recipe) ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J My guest today is Michael Trainer, a biohacker and social impact entrepreneur making a huge difference in the world. He is the co-creator of Global Citizen, a movement dedicated to ending extreme poverty. He’s also the creator of Peak Mind, which brings together thought leaders to inspire a new vision of leadership. As you can … Continue reading 384: Building a Village, Creating Strong Relationships & Biohacking Tips With Michael Trainer ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Getting kids to eat healthier, especially when it comes to eating vegetables and fruit, can be an overwhelming task. Luckily there are ways to gets kids on board with vegetables and fruits without having to coerce or bully them into it. I consider my kids to be above average in the eating-enough-vegetables department and the … Continue reading Tips & Tricks for Getting Kids to Eat More Vegetables (the Sneaky Way) ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J For those of us who aren’t able to escape to a spa for relaxation on a daily basis (or even occasionally), these do-it-yourself face mask recipes are a great solution for giving skin a nourishing, moisturizing boost. Even better, they are all made from completely non-toxic ingredients… in fact, you can eat most of them … Continue reading 8 DIY Face Mask Recipes You Can Make at Home ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Shawn Wells is one of the most sought-out nutritional biochemists in the world, as well as an expert on biohacking and health optimization. Known as the “world’s best formulator,” he’s been responsible for creating over 500 supplements, foods, beverages, and cosmeceuticals. He’s also a chief clinical dietitian with over a decade of clinical experience. I … Continue reading 383: Resilience, Mitochondrial Health, Peptides, and Smart Supplementation With World’s Leading Biochemist Shawn Wells ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The right kind of wine has some major health benefits, but what if I told you it could be even more delicious? This homemade mulling spice blend makes for a great mulled wine or cider. Mulled spices are warming, flavorful, and make the house smell amazing! Not only do mulling spices taste delicious, but they also … Continue reading Homemade Mulling Spices Recipe ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J In our family, we have a motto that “we were made to do hard things,” (learned from my friends the Wonderling Family) and it’s always fun to think of new challenges and adventures to do together. This motto has been our encouragement through personal and family challenges from long hikes to cliff jumping and pole … Continue reading Setting a LEGO® Walking World Record with a Relay Team of Moms ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J We have all heard of the many benefits that a low carbohydrate or ketogenic diet provides. Research shows restricting our carbs can help balance blood sugar, control insulin levels, and increase weight loss — but is it healthy and sustainable long term? What Is Carb Cycling? Essentially, carb cycling provides the best of a low … Continue reading Is a Carb Cycling Diet Good for You? Here’s How to Start ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J With viruses and now smoke from wildfires across much of the nation, air quality is an incredibly important topic. My heart goes out to any of you listening or reading who are in the path of these fires or affected by smoke. I’m here with Peter Spiegel, who is an entrepreneur, inventor, wellness expert, and … Continue reading 381: How to Protect Indoor Air Quality From Viruses, Contaminants and Smoke With Peter Spiegel of AirDoctor ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Of all the rooms in my house, the kitchen has to be cleaned the most often, is the most difficult to clean because of the variety of surfaces, and because they come into contact with our food (and vice versa) so not cleaning it well has the most potential for harm. It is also a … Continue reading My Natural Kitchen Cleaning Checklist ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J My family enjoys hitting the local taco truck once in a while for a fun dinner idea and a break from cooking. We especially love their chicken tacos which come with a delicious taco slaw on top. You probably know how much I love recreating restaurant (or food truck!) favorites at home, and this one … Continue reading Light & Zesty Taco Slaw (A Healthier Take on Coleslaw) ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I’m so glad to welcome my friend Hunter Cook back to the show today, because he’s a big reason why I’m more flexible and healthy today than I have been in a long time. Hunter and I became close friends when I visited Finland with Four Sigmatic, which was easy to do since he’s such … Continue reading 380: How to Use CARs: My Secret for Mobility and Strength (+ HRV, FRC & Kinstretch) With Hunter Cook ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Natural supplements and holistic remedies that offer proven health benefits are big in my house. One that I always keep on hand is colloidal silver. This sometimes controversial supplement was used before antibiotics existed for bacterial infections and to support the immune system. Colloidal silver products are still often used today and many holistic health … Continue reading Is Colloidal Silver Safe and Effective? (& When Not to Use) ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Medicinal herbs are a great way to help support the body and boost health. Whenever my family needs some support recovering from an illness or mending a wound, I turn to herbal remedies to help. Feverfew is one of those herbs. The benefits of feverfew are powerful, so I make sure I have some feverfew … Continue reading Feverfew Benefits for Fever, Migraines, Inflammation & More ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It may not be pleasant to think about, but chances are our homes probably aren’t as non-toxic as we’d like them to be. Modern carpets, paints, furniture, and cleaners all contribute to the problem, and it can feel like there’s not much we can do. Enter Kelly Love, one of the cofounders of Branch Basics … Continue reading 379: Why Your Home Isn’t As Non-Toxic As You Think (& How to Fix It) With Kelly Love of Branch Basics ...