The unconventional solo episode of my first 3 years of life, my CPTSD, and how I see the world now. 

I believe our thoughts are our reality. Even the thoughts we push down and refuse to bring them up, due to the body holding trauma that often-become physical symptoms.

I talk about "The Science of Compassion" book in this episode. If you're a reader, I have similar suggestions I've personally read, click here to get the book recs emailed directly to you.

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Sarah isn't your regular major weight loss coach ... 

You are not alone, me and my clients have been there...

In this episode, I chat with Brit, a chronic pain recovery coach and movement therapist, about the importance of body mechanics in managing chronic illness. We discussed how chronic pain can lead to a chronic illness due to over consumption of pain pills, overcompensation of body mechanics, and lack of mindfulness with how we move. We discuss the concept of compensation patterns and how inefficient movement can lead to pain and tension. Brit emphasizes the need to build a solid foundation and retrain the body's movement patterns to reduce pain and increase energy. 

I'm sharing my personal experience with our son's eczema and provide insights into managing the condition in children. I wanted to emphasize the importance of understanding the causes and symptoms of eczema, as well as the impact of birth stories on eczema as a chronic illness development. I discusses the challenges I personally had in breastfeeding and the role of bathing and skincare routines in managing eczema. I'm also giving guidance on introducing solid foods and the timing of food introductions.  I highlight the benefits of introducing new foods in the morning and share a personal story of an allergic reaction to eggs. With so much dietary restrictions, especially when our kids develop eczema, I put an emphasis & dispel misconception about milk and eczema, highlighting the essential vitamins and fats in milk for brain development.

If you have any follow-up questions about child eczema or adult eczema, give me a message @getas.digest, I would love to give you clarifications. 

In this conversation, Wendy & I discuss the importance of self-advocacy and understanding the influence of big corporations in the health and supplement industry. We emphasize the need to research companies and analyze their values and morals before making purchasing decisions. Wendy shares her personal experience with self-advocacy in her financial and health journey, including retiring at 41 as a single mother. We also discuss HEALTH = WEALTH, highlighting the importance of understanding one's worth and deserving happiness. Wendy & I discuss the importance of aligning expenses with values and purpose.

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In this episode, I share my plans for 2024 and discuss the importance of taking action and not comparing oneself to others. I reflect on the challenges of 2023 and the inner work 2023 forced me to do.

• Morning light

I deeply encourage you to find your passion and make changes in your life, emphasizing the importance of staying true to one's values and morals.

In this episode, I review a Netflix docu-series, You Are What You Eat: Twin Study, that promotes veganism. I'm highlighting several red flags and conflicts of interest in the research presented in the series; putting an emphasis on the importance of considering overall health and self-advocacy when choosing a diet. I also get spicy about the portrayal of cows as the main cause of the climate crisis and discusses the limitations of measuring LDL cholesterol. I get realistic about the need for supplementation in a vegan diet and the challenges of long-term veganism. I conclude this episode with debunking 3 myths said in this docu-series.  

- Consider the biases and conflicts of interest behind research studies and documentaries.

The Published Study

Original Clinical Trial

Plant Sterols - What they are and how they help us.

I'm sure you've had at least one professional tell you your chronic illness is not reversible. Illnesses such as PCOS, Gall bladder stones, Type 2 diabetes, Psoriasis, Kidney dysfunction of any kind, liver dysfunction of any kind, Hashimoto's, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Coronary diseases, Asthma, ... the list goes on. 

• What is Epigenetics?

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