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Welcome to the Go-to Podcast for Moms Who Want to Clean Up their Lifestyle & Get Control of their Health!

In this deeply personal episode, Penny Sampler shares her powerful journey of breaking free from opioid dependency while navigating the debilitating pain of Crohn's disease. Through vivid storytelling, Penny recounts the painful experiences—from early childhood stomach issues to intense surgeries and the toll of chronic pain. She discusses the physical, emotional, and mental challenges she faced with opioid use, highlighting her dependency on pain medications over the years.

Penny also reveals how she transitioned to a natural solution and describes how it helped her eliminate the need for opioids entirely without withdrawal symptoms. Along the way, she offers insights into the world of pain management, the dangers of opioids, and how alternative wellness has become her lifeline. With a mix of raw honesty and professional expertise, Penny encourages others to explore alternatives to prescription medications and shares how natural healing gave her a new lease on life.

🎥 CBD Nation (Movie)

🙏🏻 Job - Bible Study Book: A Story of Unlikely Joy

Products Mentioned:

📔Breaking the Cycle of Opioid Addiction

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Welcome to the Go-to Podcast for Moms Who Want to Clean Up their Lifestyle & Get Control of their Health!

This is Episode 15 of Becoming Natural, the podcast dedicated to empowering you with simple, alternative solutions for a cleaner, healthier lifestyle. In today’s episode, we’re diving into a game-changing topic: trace minerals and their vital role in hydration.

💧 Think hydration is just about drinking water? Think again. From combating dry winter air to overcoming altitude fatigue, we’re exploring how trace minerals can transform your hydration and boost your energy, recovery, and overall well-being.

Tune in as we unpack the science behind electrolytes, macrominerals, and trace minerals, and share practical tips to help you stay fully hydrated—even in the toughest conditions.

🌟 Whether you're battling dry skin, muscle fatigue, or just looking for a hydration edge, this episode is packed with insights to optimize your health naturally.

Becoming Natural Links:

Organic Hydrate Mountain Berry Powder

Thorne Trace Mineral Capsules

Concentrace Trace Mineral Drops

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Natural Wellness • Chronic Illness Journey • Faith & Wellness

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Welcome to the Go-to Podcast for Moms Who Want to Clean Up their Lifestyle & Get Control of their Health!

This is Episode 14 of Becoming Natural, where today we're diving into a surprising and eye-opening discussion on the Health and Wellness Industry. In this episode, "The Surprising Reality Behind What Actually Captivated the Wellness Industry," we uncover the truth about how the wellness world has evolved—and how it can often lead us astray.

The wellness industry has become a multi-billion dollar empire, selling promises of beauty, fitness, and the perfect body, but is it actually helping us? Today, we're exploring how marketing tactics have influenced our health choices and, in many cases, caused more harm than good. From overpriced supplements to misleading beauty products and ineffective treatments, it's time to question the wellness industry's true intentions.

We'll discuss why it's essential to be a smart consumer, how supplement misinformation and misleading labels can affect your health, and how to navigate the overwhelming wellness world with a critical eye. Plus, we’ll dive into why wellness isn't just about the products you buy—it’s about how we take care of our bodies and prioritize what really matters in our daily lives.

Get ready for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation about how to make wellness a sustainable part of your life without falling for the industry's hype. Let’s get into it!

Hosted by Penelope Sampler

Natural Wellness • Chronic Illness Journey • Faith & Wellness

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Welcome to the Go-to Podcast for Moms Who Want to Clean Up their Lifestyle & Get Control of their Health!

In this episode, we delve into the powerful connection between iodine and thyroid health. Discover how this essential nutrient plays a pivotal role in hormone production, metabolism, and overall well-being. We’ll explore the signs of iodine deficiency, its impact on thyroid function, and how optimizing iodine levels can transform your health. Tune in to learn about simple dietary changes, the latest research, and how iodine could be the key to unlocking a healthier you.

Keywords: Iodine, thyroid health, hypothyroidism, iodine deficiency, thyroid hormone, thermography, health and wellness, alternative medicine, thyroid supplements, Betadine test, hormone balance

Sources:

Iodine: A Critically Important Nutrient

📘Iodine, Iodine metabolism and Iodine deficiency disorders revisited

Products Mentioned:

🏥Betadine

💧Iodine Supplement

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Welcome to the Go-to Podcast for Moms Who Want to Clean Up their Lifestyle & Get Control of their Health!

In this episode, we dive into the world of ingredient awareness, empowering you to make smarter, healthier choices at the store. Learn how to decode product labels with confidence and ease as we introduce you to applications that can help you while shopping and on the go. Whether you're shopping for skincare, food, or household products, this episode equips you with the tools to navigate labels like a pro and prioritize your health and well-being. Perfect for anyone looking to live a more informed, sustainable lifestyle.

Scientists categorize Earth as a 'toxic planet'

Chronic inflammation in the etiology of disease across the life span

📔Obesity and Life Expectancy Trends in the U.S.

🖥️ EWG

📔Cancer is a preventable disease that requires major lifestyle changes

Products Mentioned:

📚The Rain Barrel Effect by Stephen Cabral

📱 Yuka App

📱Think Dirty App

📱EWG App

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Welcome to the Go-to Podcast for Moms Who Want to Clean Up their Lifestyle & Get Control of their Health!

In the Fluoride Skeptics: Hidden Truth Makes for a Safe and Healthy Life podcast, we challenge conventional views on water fluoridation and explore emerging alternatives like hydroxyapatite, a naturally occurring mineral that strengthens teeth without the potential risks associated with fluoride. We discuss how hydroxyapatite, commonly used in toothpaste, mimics the structure of tooth enamel and promotes remineralization, offering a safer solution for oral health.

The episode also addresses the growing public concern over fluoride's links to dental and skeletal fluorosis, neurotoxicity, and its overuse in municipal water systems. We weigh in on how hydroxyapatite could be a game-changer for dental care, particularly in communities seeking non-fluoridated options for maintaining healthy teeth​

Disclaimer: This podcast provides information for educational purposes and encourages listeners to consult healthcare professionals for personalized advice.Sources:

🖥️Antibiotics and Crohn's Disease: Help or Hurt?

🖥️Tetracyclines

Potential Association Between the Oral Tetracycline Class of Antimicrobials Used to Treat Acne and Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Is Fluoridated Drinking Water Safe?

🖥️Water Fluoridation Less Effective Now than in the Past

🖥️Trace Minerals: Your Guide to Trace Minerals

Products Mentioned:

Rise Well Toothpaste🪥

Rise Well Mints🦷

Boka Toothpaste🪥

Boka Toothpaste Orange Cream Flavor🪥

Boka Toothpaste Strawberry Mango Flavor🪥

Boka Mints🦷

Peri-Biotic Silver Toothpaste🪥

David's Toothpaste Charcoal🪥

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Podcast Summary: How Inspiring Christian Song Lyrics Helped Me Heal From Chronic Disease

In this deeply moving episode, we explore how faith, hope, and music intertwine to spark healing and emotional transformation. I share my personal journey of battling Crohn's Disease and discovering solace through the power of Christian song lyrics. The inspiring words of powerful Praise and Worship music became a lifeline, offering strength during the darkest moments and a renewed sense of purpose.

Listeners will gain insights into the healing impact of music, the role of spirituality in overcoming adversity, and the various ways you can "abide" or spend time in prayer. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking encouragement, whether you're facing a personal challenge, looking for spiritual inspiration, or simply drawn to the transformative power of music.

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Tune in now to discover how song lyrics rooted in faith can inspire hope and lead to profound healing.

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Welcome to Becoming Natural, the Go-to Podcast for Moms Who Want to Clean Up their Lifestyle & Get Control of their Health!

Today, we’re unlocking the incredible benefits of colloidal silver hydrosol for health, home, and pets. If you’re searching for natural immune support, safe and effective household cleaning, or gentle, toxin-free pet care, you’re in the right place.

In this episode, we’ll dive into the science-backed health benefits of colloidal silver for immune boosting, wound healing, and skincare. We’ll cover why it’s an ideal, all-natural choice for those seeking holistic health solutions and discuss how it can help fight bacteria and support overall wellness.

For those looking for non-toxic cleaning alternatives, we’ll explore how colloidal silver can be your go-to for household disinfecting, odor control, and surface cleaning without harsh chemicals. It’s a powerful addition to any eco-friendly home routine!

And don’t miss our pet segment—colloidal silver hydrosol is safe for pets and can aid in soothing skin irritations, cleaning wounds, and reducing germs in pet spaces. Whether you have dogs, cats, or small animals, you’ll learn how to incorporate this natural remedy into their care.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have practical tips and expert insights into using colloidal silver hydrosol to promote health and wellness, a clean home, and happy pets. Stick with us to discover why colloidal silver hydrosol might be the all-in-one solution you've been looking for.

**Forgot to Mention**

2016 study at University of Michigan found that when oral doses of silver nanoparticles were administered for 28 days, it DID NOT ALTER the structure of diversity of the animal gut microbiome. This is huge considering the detrimental effects of long term antibiotic use on the gut biome.

Favorite Silver Products:

🪙Sovereign Silver Liquid Bio-Active Silver Hydrosol - 4oz Dropper : Using liquid is best for under the tongue, in sinus rinses, nebulizers, on cotton balls for wounds, in pet ears, in pet or human water or over pet food. For mixing with water for cleaning, food/vegetable spray but this is a small bottle, see Value Size.

🪙Sovereign Silver Bioactive Silver Hydrosol Fine Mist Spray-2 oz.: Good for sore throats or spraying skin to prevent acne or treat inflamed skin issues

🪙Sovereign Silver First Aid Gel – Topical Healing 1 oz.: Great for any topical use, best topical for pets to hold in place

🪙Sovereign Silver Bio-Active Colloidal Silver Hydrosol Nasal Spray 2oz : wonderful for preventing secondary sinus infections

🪙Sovereign Silver Bio-Active Silver Hydrosol- 16oz Value Size: For when you are a believer and want to use silver everywhere! I use this to refill an empty Nasal Spray Bottle, Fine Mist Sprayer (face), Cleaning Bottle (plastic is OK if not ingesting/using for cleaning), or a Glass Cleaning Bottle

🪙 PerioBiotic Silver Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste : Can't live without it. LOVE this toothpaste!

🪙Amazon Basic Care Advanced Fast Healing Hydrocolloid Gel Bandages 1.1 x 2.3 inches (6 Count): great for more severe cuts and scrapes /no antibiotic gel required.

Articles/Journals/Videos Cited:

📗Frontiers in Microbiology. (2018). "Antibacterial effects of silver nanoparticles against drug-resistant bacteria."

📗Applied and Environmental Microbiology. (2014). "Silver’s effects on bacterial biofilms."

📗Nanomedicine: Nanotechnology, Biology, and Medicine. (2007). "Anti-inflammatory effects of silver nanoparticles."

📗International Immunopharmacology. (2011). "Potential antiviral properties of silver nanoparticles."

📗Environmental Science & Technology. (2018). "Silver-based disinfectants in household applications."

📗Food Chemistry. (2018). "Use of silver nanoparticles for food preservation."

📗Journal of Nanomaterials. (2012). "Odor control and bacterial inhibition in textiles with silver.”

📗https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19566416/

📗Silver Widely used for sinusitis, International Forum for Allergy and Rhinology in 2014

📗2016 study at University of Michigan found that when oral doses of silver nanoparticles were administered for 28 days, it DID NOT ALTER the structure of diversity of the animal gut microbiome. This is huge consideri: ang the detrimental effects of long term antibiotic use.

Hosted by Penelope Sampler

Natural Wellness • Chronic Illness Journey • Faith & Wellness

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https://becomingnatural.com/chronic-illness-strength-guide/

Welcome to Becoming Natural, the Go-to Podcast for Moms Who Want to Clean Up their Lifestyle & Get Control of their Health! 💚

In this episode, I discuss powerful strategies for finding strength and clarity while living with chronic illness. Chronic illness can be an overwhelming and isolating experience, leaving many people feeling physically drained, mentally exhausted, and emotional. However, with the right outlook it's possible to find ways to cope with chronic illness and regain a sense of control over your life.

This episode highlights how important it is to nurture both your physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being. Through techniques like prioritizing quiet time, self-care, and stress management, you can manage the emotional strain of chronic illness. I also touch on how a solid faith foundation and prayer can help improve both the body and mind.

Finding my life purpose thru my greatest struggles has only deepened my faith and awareness of how good God is. Family, friends, or healthcare professionals… having the right support system can provide the encouragement and resources needed to keep moving. This episode emphasizes finding a way to allow your struggles to be used to help others on their own challenging path.

I strive to provide practical advice for living a fulfilling life despite chronic health conditions, including Crohn’s Disease. I encourage listeners to embrace the journey, shift their perspective, and tap into their inner strength. By taking small but meaningful steps toward better mental and physical health, you can find clarity and a sense of purpose, no matter what challenges are thrown your way.

Articles/Scripture Cited:

📗 Discovering God's Purpose for your Life

📑 Philippians 4:13 (ESV)

I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

📑Romans 8:28 (NIV)

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

📑James 1:2-4 (NIV)

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

📑Job 36:15 (NIV)

But those who suffer he delivers in their suffering; he speaks to them in their affliction.

📑Job 2: 7-10 (CEV)

Satan left and caused painful sores to break out all over Job's body—from head to toe. Then Job sat on the ash-heap to show his sorrow. And while he was scraping his sores with a broken piece of pottery, his wife asked, “Why do you still trust God? Why don't you curse him and die?” I mean, she isn’t lying, but I think I have more of a heart for Job when he replied.

Job replied, “Don't talk like a fool! If we accept blessings from God, we must accept trouble as well.” In all that happened, Job never once said anything against God.

📑Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

📑1 Corinthians 10:13 (ESV)

No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.

📑 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (NIV)

But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.

Resources:

Favorite Bibles

ESV Study Bible

Life Application Bible

The Student Bible

Ryrie Study Bible

ESV Spiral-Bound Journaling Bible

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Welcome to Becoming Natural, the Go-to Podcast for Moms Who Want to Clean Up their Lifestyle & Get Control of their Health!

In this episode of "Trusted CBD Oil: Know How to Find Affordable Products that Achieve Amazing Results," we explore how to find affordable CBD products that deliver impressive results. Discover essential tips for navigating the CBD market, including how to read labels, identify high-quality ingredients, and recognize trustworthy brands. We’ll discuss the benefits of CBD oil, its various uses, and the importance of third-party testing. Whether you're looking for relief from anxiety, pain, or sleep issues, this episode will help you make informed decisions without breaking the bank. Join us to learn how to maximize your CBD experience with budget-friendly options that truly work!

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Articles/Journals/Videos Cited:

📗 Hemp and the Decontamination of Radioactive Soil

🖥️ Hemp Production and the 2018 Farm Bill

🖥️ The Pros and Cons of Hemp Bioplastic

📔 Penn Study Shows Nearly 70 Percent of Cannabidiol Extracts Sold Online Are Mislabeled

Hosted by Penelope Sampler

Natural Wellness • Chronic Illness Journey • Faith & Wellness

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© Becoming Natural Podcast.