237: Get ready to explore the wild world of food dyes in this episode! We’re revealing those sneaky color additives hiding in everything from your beloved sandwich bread to pickles—yes, pickles! Who knew they could be so colorful? We’ll chat about why these dyes are everywhere and how they might be messing with your health. Plus, we’ll arm you with tips to decode those ingredient labels like a pro. So grab a snack (just maybe not a neon one), and let’s figure out how to keep our diets a little more... natural!

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226: In today's episode, Dr. Sarah and I discuss the food matrix and how the structure of our food actually impacts the way we digest and absorb the nutrients, how calories actually change in a food depending on their structure, and if negative calories actually exist. We dive into smoothies and the proper way to consume them, and also how fast we eat matters. And if you're peri or post menopause, Dr. Berry explains the reasons why women experience weight gain even though they haven't changed their eating habits or exercise routine and why we actually crave more food after a bad night's sleep. 

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There are over 1300 cosmetic ingredients banned or heavily restricted in Europe yet there are only 11 ingredients banned in the USA for cosmetic use. LET THAT SINK IN! - Today I am talking about why there is such a huge difference in regulation between the USA and the EU when it comes to cosmetics ingredients and better sources for those looking for cleaner cosmetics in the USA. 

Past Podcast Episodes to Listen to:

Toups & Co. Episode 192

Alitura Episode 144

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Have you heard of the gut circadian rhythm? We often talk about our overall circadian rhythm, and most of us automatically think about sleep—waking up in the morning and going to bed at night. But did you know your gut has its own circadian rhythm? It affects digestion and may be the key to addressing issues like constipation or weight gain.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Vincent Pedre, where we dive deep into how to align our metabolism with our circadian rhythm to improve sleep, support regular bowel movements, aid weight loss, and keep hunger cravings in check.

We also explore the impact of microplastics—some of their surprising sources—and discuss how stress can contribute to constipation. We touch on how childhood antibiotics may be linked to IBS today, and offer practical ways to reduce the toxic load in our diets and daily lives.

Don’t worry, this isn't an episode filled with doom and gloom! We’re here to provide actionable tips and resources to help you improve your health without breaking the bank. My goal is never to fearmonger, but to inform—because when we know better, we can do better. With the right knowledge and tools, we can all lead healthier, happier lives.

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EP. 233: On this week's Bite of Knowledge, I go over the risks of OnabotulinumtoxinA, aka Botox.

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Do you know there are actually low-carb potatoes?

Do you avoid carbs because of gut issues like SIBO, IBS, or blood sugar spikes, and wish you could incorporate them back into your diet? Well, today I have Phoebe Lapine on the show, and she shares ways we can still enjoy carbs in the right way. It all comes down to preparation, quantity, and combining carbs with other foods, as well as experimenting to find what works for you. Phoebe is the cookbook author of SIBO Made Simple and has recently released her newest book, CARBivore. Phoebe has personally experienced SIBO, Hashimoto's, and several other health challenges I think we can all relate to. In this conversation, she shares some tips and tricks to help us expand our diets with carbs while still keeping blood sugar and IBS in check. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!

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On this week's Bite of Knowledge, I am sharing 4 nutrients to help heal leaky gut. I also teach you about leaky gut, what it is, and how to avoid it.

Further Reading:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21276631/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3358810/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2432018/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18403946/

Leaky Gut Testing:

https://www.gdx.net/product/intestinal-permeability-assessment-urine

https://www.lifeextension.com/lab-testing

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If you’ve ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a content creator, the pressure, how we work with brands, health insurance, taxes, retirement savings, etc., I’M SPILLING THE BEANS!

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229: I’m sharing some of the most common holiday challenges and how we can best navigate through this season.

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• Christmas Trees 

• Depression 

• Food poisoning and how to avoid it 

• Food borne illness 

• Cold and flu

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228: This episode is different from most as Dr. Austin Lake and I discuss how the feminist movement perhaps does more harm than good to women's health and WHY women are more prone to autoimmune diseases. We get into the nitty gritty of how our society has driven women into becoming the perfect storm in accumulating more stress and responsibilities than men and the domino effect that plays in our overall health as families. Dr. Austin and I also dive into our own faith and how that has been super important in our own lives and the question of "Why does God not heal us even if we have been praying for healing for years?" - the answer to this may not be definite, but it sure brings hope to those looking for healing and relief especially if you are a believer....but even if you're not, our conversation went beyond our faith as we also dove into if coffee was a friend or foe (especially for women), if fasting is healthy, how we can avoid toxins recirculating in our body, ideas to help you save money all while saving your health. 

We went in all directions in our conversations and you will get a bite of everything in this episode, so I hope you listen all the way through because I have no doubt every person that does will get something out of it they can take away and apply to their own lives. 

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