In this episode we are covering a trending topic in the wellness space to review the research on whether conventional candles in our homes are actually toxic to us. We cover the chemicals put off by paraffin candles and whether they are harmful to us, if we should be worried about heavy metals in candle wicks, incense burning and health issues, plus takeaway tips for you to implement if you love candles but are concerned. SPONSORS Thrive Causemetics: 15% off your first order with the link SproutLiving: 20% off with PBNP20 Oseamalibu: 10% off with PBNP

169. Are Candles Toxic?

The Plantbased, Not Perfect podcast is all about striving to be our healthiest selves, while living in the real world. With a master's degree in Technical Writing, Elizabeth explains complicated health topics in a format that is easy to digest. After her mom almost died from congestive heart failure caused by a root canal infection, Elizabeth became passionate about living a healthy lifestyle free from disease. This led her into the plantbased world and eventually inspired her to create #plantbasednotperfect - a sustainable way of living a plant-centric life that doesn't strive for perfection - just encourages making healthier choices to help achieve optimal health. Podcast topics range from health and wellness, plantbased studies and interviews, to food and finances, emotional and mental health, skincare and everything in between.

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In this episode we dive into what the research has to say about the latest Tik Tok trend of raw milk. From the alleged benefits, nutritional value debate, bacterial content, allergenic effects and more, we compare pasteurized milk to raw milk and what the evidence shows on these claims. I share the key takeaways and talk about whether milk is a health promoting food for us no matter how it is processed? NED: Visit helloned.com/plantbased for 15% off Mello Magnesium Show Notes: hauteandhealthy.com Follow Me @hautehealthy @plantbasednotperfect

215. Raw Milk: Health Food or Harmful?

In this episode I chat with Karen Koramshai - a chef, model, wellness coach and holistic health practitioner. We talk about her childhood in Brazil, growing up in the UK and working in magazines like Glamour, Harper's Bazaar, and Esquire before her wellness journey began. Karen shares her personal experience with breast implant illness and explanting, the resources that helped her along the way and what practices she does now post illness. She goes deep on the symptoms she experienced over the years that led her to become an advocate for her own health, trying HRT, dealing with the emotional and physical loss of implants, detoxification tips post explanting and much more. We talk eating seasonally, Karen's beauty habits, workouts, favorite books / podcasts, makeup products, what she eats in a day and so much more! Follow Karen on IG @karenkoramshai karenkoramshai.com mentioned in the episode: @theholisticbeautycoach  @bryonydeery workouts  Mimi Bouchard Superhuman App VitaGlow Collagen, book: Happy Sexy Millionaire This episode is sponsored by NED | Take 15% off with code Plantbased at https://helloned.com/plantbased

214. Breast Implant Illness, Holistic Wellness and Turning Pain into Purpose with Karen Koramshai

In this episode we dive into research on peanut butter and the controversy around aflatoxins. What the research shows, how the FDA regulates toxins, what growers and farmers do to ensure no aflatoxins in the EU and US. Steps to take with nuts and seeds to ensure mold doesn't grow when you are buying at the store or storing them at your house, as well as some brands to look for with no levels of aflatoxins. I share my overall takeaways after researching, general thoughts on nuts in a plantbased diet as well as the health benefits that outweighs the risks. This episode is sponsored by NED who is having a birthday sale! Shop 30% off everything with code PLANTBASED + free shipping on orders over $50. This sale ends on March 28th so stock up while you can!

213. Peanut Butter: Aflatoxins, Regulations, Tips to Stop Mold Growth & Brands to Buy

Today's episode is a summary of the famous health book Fit for Life by Harvey & Marilyn Diamond from the 80's. I cover the book's key principles, what the research says around each topic and my personal takeaways on: natural hygiene, high water content food, food combining and fruit consumption. We dive into the controversy around food combining and whether it has any validity to it, plus what the evidence suggests. Discover how Shuteye Chai can revolutionize your sleep and get 15% off with code PLANTBASED or visit helloned.com/PLANTBASEDRitual Multivitamins | 25% off with code PBNP25 Sprout Living | 20% off with code PBNP20 Elemental Superfood | 15% off with code XOPBNP SAKARA | 20% off with code XOPBNP  

212. Fit for Life: Summary, Takeaways & Food Combining Controversy

In today's solo episode I thought I would give a life update and share what has been going on in my life: from the tattoo removal process, to my two week matcha experiment and a birth control pill update - we get into everything in my health journey, in hopes it might help yours. I also answer a question on how many date bites are too many date bites.  Delaheart: Use code HAUTE15 for 15% off dry brush & lymphatic paddle Matchas: Pique Tea, Encha Matcha, Rishi Matcha Follow me @hautehealthy | Website | Ebooks

169. Are Candles Toxic?

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