Let's talk caffeine. In this week's mini-episode of the Less Stressed Life Podcast, I'm sharing my thoughts on caffeine and how the quality of coffee may impact our cortisol and anxiety. I'm diving into:Benefits of caffeine and how our bodies process itConnection between cortisol, anxiety, and caffeineWhy the quality of your coffee really mattersMentioned in this episode: The neuroprotective effects of caffeine in neurodegenerative diseases   Episode #124, Coffee: Can you improve your health with it? + Picking the best coffee with Andrew Salisbury, founder of Purity Coffee Assess your Adrenals, Detox or Get my Guide
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#159 Ask Christa: What do you think of caffeine?

Welcome to the Less Stressed Life. If you’re here, I bet we have a few things in common. We’re both in pursuit of a Less Stressed Life. But we don’t have it all figured out quite yet. We’re moms that want the best for our families, health practitioners that want the best for our clients and women that just want to feel better with every birthday. We’re health savvy, but we want to learn something new each day. The Less Stressed Life isn’t a destination, it’s a pursuit, a journey if you will. On this show, we talk about health from the physical, emotional and nutritional angles and want you to know that you always have options. We’re here to help you heal yourself. Learn more at www.christabiegler.com&nbsp;

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This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by Tom Cowan who was previously a general practicing medical doctor. He is a well known author and speaker. In this episode, we mainly discuss Tom's book Human Heart, Cosmic Heart where he studied the claim made by Rudolf Steiner that the heart is not a pump. Tom presents a new way of understanding the role of the heart in the human body. Hang on tight! Tom offers us viewpoints that many of you may disagree with but I challenge you to expand your horizons and really listen to what Tom says. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:What was the reason for writing Human Heart, Cosmic Heart?Science is a series of claimsWhat does the heart do?How does blood move?What is the evidence that blocked arteries or plaque in arteries causes heart attacks?What is strophanthus?What are some solutions for heart disease?ABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Thomas Cowan is a well-known alternative medicine doctor, author and speaker, with a common-sense, holistic approach to health and wellness. He has given countless lectures and workshops throughout the U.S. on a variety of subjects in health and medicine, and is the author of six best-selling books, including "The Contagion Myth” co-authored by Sally Fallon Morell, “Cancer and the New Biology of Water,” "Human Heart, Cosmic Heart,” “Vaccines, Autoimmunity and the Changing Nature of Childhood Illness,” “The Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby and Child Care” co-authored by Sally Fallon Morell, and “The Fourfold Path to Healing” (with Sally Fallon and Jaimen McMillan). WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://drtomcowan.com/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcowanspowders/

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NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY OF LESS STRESSED LIFE: Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You don’t have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the restEPISODE SPONSOR:
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#345 Human Heart, Cosmic Heart with Tom Cowan

This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am so excited to be joined by Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried! In this episode, Sara tells us about her healing journey after learning she was suffering from pre-autoimmune disease. Through her experience, she learned there weren't many resources to help people with their autoimmunity, so she wrote a book called The Autoimmune Cure. We dig into the tests she recommends, using psychedelics, diet, breathwork and other modalities that helped her heal her body. 
 
KEY TAKEAWAYS:How do you bring awareness to overwhelming emotional events?What are immunomodulators?What labs determine an autoimmunity?80% of patients with autoimmune disease experienced significant emotional distress before getting sickWhy is autoimmune disease on the rise?What psychedelics help autoimmunity?ABOUT GUEST:
Sara Szal Gottfried MD is a physician, researcher, author, and educator. She graduated from Harvard Medical School and MIT, but is more likely to prescribe a CGM and personalized nutrition plan than the latest pharmaceutical. Dr. Szal Gottfried is a global keynote speaker and the author of four New York Times bestselling books about hormones, nutrition, and health. Her latest book is called THE AUTOIMMUNE CURE was released March 2024.  WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://www.saragottfriedmd.com/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saragottfriedmd/ 

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NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY OF LESS STRESSED LIFE: Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You don’t have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the restEPISODE SPONSOR:
A special thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode. Get a discount on any of their products, including my favorite, Pickleball Cocktail. Use the code lessstressed10. 

#344 Autoimmune Cure with Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried

This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I have on the lovely Dr. Ellen Cutler who has a chiropractic degree, is a best selling author and international speaker. In this episode, we talk about how we both have a passion for helping people digest their food better. Ellen talks about what digestive enzymes are, what they do, and how they are connected to a number of common health conditions.
 
KEY TAKEAWAYS:What are the different types of enzymes?What do enzymes do?What happens to enzymes in food when you cook it?What are some metabolic enzymes?What would you say about phytic acid and other anti nutrients? What are other uses of enzymes?What is the proper dosing of enzymes?Can digestive enzymes be given to animals?ABOUT GUEST:
Dr. Ellen Cutler is a bestselling author and international speaker. Her books include "MicroMiracles — Discover the Healing Power of Enzymes," now available in a revised, expanded edition. She has a chiropractic degree and specializes in the use of desensitization of food and other sensitivities, gentle detoxification, and enzyme and nutritional therapies for chronic conditions. WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://drellencutler.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MicroMiraclesEnzymes
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellencutlerdc/ 

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Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: https://www.christabiegler.com/links

NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY OF LESS STRESSED LIFE: Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition is in (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You don’t have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the restEPISODE SPONSOR:
A special thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode. Get a discount on any of their products, including my favorite, Pickleball Cocktail. Use the code lessstressed10. 

#343 Healing Power of Enzymes with Dr. Ellen Cutler

This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am joined by McClain Haines who is a microbiome nerd. 

#342 Immune Support with Immunoglobulins with McClain Haines

This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, Jennifer Nurick joins me. In this episode we dive into insecure attachment styles, what they are, and some examples. We talk about how to help support your children to form secure attachments and we deep dive into anxious attachments. Tune in for healthy relationship tips! 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:When people end up in couples therapy, what dynamic is usually present?What might it look like if I'm anxiously attached?It takes 2 years for adults to form secure attachmentsHow do you help support your children and secure attachment?What is the avoidance pattern?ABOUT GUEST:
Jennifer Nurick (Jen) specializes in healing anxious attachment, attachment injuries and childhood trauma. She is a licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Energetic Healer, author and host of the Psychotherapy Central podcast. She is the founder and voice of Psychotherapy Central and a Director of the International Energetic Healing Association. She has been working in the healing space for over 20 years, combining spiritual and somatic (body-based) psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (parts work) and EMDR therapy. She offers transformational courses to help individuals and couples heal trauma and build secure long-term relationships.

Check out Jen's new book: Heal Your Anxious Attachment WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://www.psychotherapycentral.health/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychotherapy.central/
Podcast: Psychotherapy Central

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Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: https://www.christabiegler.com/links

NUTRITION PHILOSOPHY OF LESS STRESSED LIFE: Over restriction is dead; if your practitioner is recommending this, they are stuck in 2010 and not evolvingWhole food is soul food and fed is bestSustainable, synergistic nutrition (the opposite of whack-a-mole supplementation & supplement graveyards)You don’t have to figure it out aloneDo your best and leave the restEPISODE SPONSOR:
A special thanks to Jigsaw Health for sponsoring this episode. Get a discount on any of their products, including my favorite, Pickleball Cocktail. Use the code lessstressed10. 



#159 Ask Christa: What do you think of caffeine?

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