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Mineral Balancing and Heavy Metal Detox: Oligo Scan Insights with Jeff Lioon

This episode discusses how minerals are the building blocks for producing vitamins, antioxidants, proteins, hormones, and enzymes, while heavy metals are generally unnecessary and can block mineral absorption through “ionic mimicry.”

Jeff Lioon, creative director for Oligo Scan and co-founder of Ionome Labs, shares his background in holistic health, personal improvement through diet and lifestyle changes, and experience performing thousands of scans. The conversation explains mineral–metal antagonist/synergist relationships (e.g., aluminum with silica/boron/magnesium/lithium; mercury with selenium/iodine/zinc), and outlines three detox principles: reduce heavy-metal exposure, provide needed minerals, and maximize excretion.

We cover common trends seen in clients (low zinc, copper, iodine, boron, magnesium; high aluminum, fluoride, mercury), issues with depleted soils and non-regenerative farming, and practical tools like Chronometer, plus nutrient-dense foods (liver, oysters) and sourcing considerations.

Connect with Jeff Lioon

Instagram: @jefflioon

Website: https://ionomelabs.com/

Oligo Scan: https://www.theoligoscan.com/

Episode Chapters

01:20 Podcast Intro and Guest

02:32 Jeff’s Origin Story

06:23 What Minerals Actually Do

08:42 Hormones Downstream

10:43 Minerals and Metals

14:19 Ionic Mimicry Explained

16:54 Mercury Fillings and Storage1

8:30 Cadmium vs Zinc Example

21:34 Three Detox Principles

25:10 Soil Depletion Problem

27:55 Tracking Intake and Safeguards

29:26 Carnivore and Scan Results

30:35 Organ Meats and Metals

31:12 Carnivore to Fruit Timing

32:41 Women Carbs and Cycles

33:49 Common Mineral Deficiencies

35:44 Halogens Mercury Aluminum

38:51 Detox Minerals Silica Boron

42:43 Magnesium and Cadmium

44:15 Oligo Scan Testing Explained

46:27 Tracking Diet and Liver

48:43 Supplements Oysters vs Liver

52:28 Open Mind Health Trends

55:12 Root Cause Wrap Up

Recorded in Dr. Eric Dorninger’s Colorado studio, the episode focuses on chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS), aiming to educate listeners on what it is and how to identify and treat it.

Dorninger explains his background in naturopathic medicine and the “therapeutic order,” emphasizing validated diagnostics over symptom-chasing and criticizing urinary mycotoxin testing as a non-diagnostic exposure marker. He describes CIRS as a multi-symptom, multi-system illness driven by biotoxin exposures (including water-damaged buildings/mold, actinobacteria, endotoxin, algae blooms, tick co-infections, and recluse spider venom) interacting with immune-response genetics (HLA, present in most CIRS cases). He outlines screening via symptom clusters and the visual contrast sensitivity test, confirmatory labs, and treatment with the Shoemaker/CIRS Protocol—prioritizing removal from exposure, prescription binders, and, when indicated, VIP to address brain effects—while discussing remediation standards, CIRSx, and the role of trauma/loneliness without reducing CIRS to “nervous system” issues alone.

Becca shares all the things that have helped her manage her lipedema!

In this episode, she walks through her lived experience with lipedema—an understudied, progressive condition often affecting women—and explains common symptoms (symmetrical “tree trunk” legs, reduced ankle/knee definition, easy bruising, pain/tenderness, swelling, nodules, and resistance to calorie restriction/excess cardio), plus overlaps with vascular issues, hypermobility/EDS, and histamine-type symptoms.

She shares all the conservative treatments that have made a difference in her lipedema. This is one you don't want to miss.

Compression:

• https://www.lipoelasticshop.com/ (use code GOLDENGIRL for 10% off)
• https://tr.ee/l28Jiu_Bnf - CzSalus leggings on Amazon

Lymph Support:

• IG and Youtube: ⁨@lymphloveclub⁩
• https://www.lymphloveclub.com/ to join her community

CIRS Support:

• @TheBiotoxinLady has a community on IG
• https://www.moldco.com/ (use promo code REBECCA23951 for 50% off your consultation)

Chapters

00:00 Lipedema Episode Intro

01:24 Awareness And Surgery Timing

04:57 Symptoms To Watch For

08:38 Diet Exercise Myth

11:07 What Causes Lipedema

12:36 Hormone Triggers & Mold Story

14:13 Inflammation As The Driver

14:56 Getting Diagnosed Insurance Reality

18:07 Lymphatic Care Basics

18:55 Compression Daily Nonnegotiable

21:42 Massage Rebounder Tools

23:21 Vibration Plate Cautions

25:53 Systemic Inflammation Plan

26:53 Remineralizing After Mold

28:27 Minerals And Fascia

29:40 Antioxidant Supplements

30:33 Testing Minerals

31:37 CIRS And Biotoxins

33:53 Estrogen Detox

34:52 Anti Inflammatory Eating

37:18 GLP Peptides

41:42 Strength Training

44:32 Trauma Therapy

47:26 Choosing Surgery

51:21 Surgery Details And Insurance

52:19 Final Thoughts And Next Steps

Becca Golden interviews Ryan Encinas about nutrition, free radicals, oxidative stress, antioxidants, inflammation, and a new device called PRYSM.

Ryan shares his background in cancer research and surgery at MD Anderson and his later training in nutrition, biochem, and genetics, arguing Western medicine excels in emergencies but often misses root causes tied to chronic nutrient deficiencies and toxin overload.

He defines “diet” as a way of life and outlines six foundational needs: minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, protein, fiber, and fat.

This episode defines oxidative stress/inflammation, and how it damages cell membrane permeability. The episode includes a live demo of PRYSM testing Becca's cellular health!

Get in touch with Ryan:

• Website: https://my-holistic-hub.com/
• Instagram: @_holistic_hub

Episode Chapters:

00:30 Meet Ryan Encinas

01:22 Ryan’s Origin Story

05:18 Western Medicine Reality Check

08:31 Diet Means Way of Life

12:12 Six Foundational Nutrients

13:56 Antioxidants and Free Radicals

18:52 Inflammation Root Causes

21:17 Testing Nutrients and Toxins

24:46 Cellular Nutrition Device

35:06 PRYSM Research Backing

37:42 Antioxidants and Gene Switches

39:37 Mitochondria Explained

42:43 Cells and Mitochondria Basics

44:06 Eight Cellular Dominoes

44:55 Foundational Nutrition Over Hype

49:29 Discipline and Nuance

52:01 PRYSM Device Overview

53:40 Ancestral Diet and Deficiencies

57:53 RDAs and Modern Malnutrition

59:45 AI Nutrition System Roadmap

01:05:42 Wellness Industry Reality Check

01:08:11 Health Sovereignty Explained

01:13:57 Live PRYSM Demo and Score

01:20:06 Prevention, Data, and Wrap Up

How EMFs Disrupt Sleep and Health: Dr. Ritter on Dirty Electricity, Testing Protocols, and Creating a Bedroom SanctuaryDr. Ritter, a medical doctor and pediatric neurologist, explains that humans are electrical beings and can absorb invisible electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from manmade sources like wiring, power lines, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, and key fobs.

He describes how he noticed external electrical activity affecting EEGs in pediatric patients and later studied sleep medicine and physics to understand EMF exposure, measurement challenges, and “dirty electricity” from household and neighborhood electrical loads.

Ritter says EMFs can disrupt sleep stages and the body’s nightly repair processes, contributing to symptoms such as feeling unwell, headaches, nausea, and issues related to nervous-system signaling that may affect blood vessel regulation. He emphasizes focusing mitigation on sleeping areas by professionally assessing exposure with multiple meters and equations, then “capturing” EMFs with conductive coatings connected to a medical-grade grounding system rather than standard outlet grounding.

00:00 Brains Run on Electricity

01:01 Meet Dr Ritter

01:58 From Neurology to EMF Work

06:12 What EMFs Are

09:45 Can You Feel EMFs

10:32 Manmade EMF Density

13:55 Exposure and Dosage

22:11 Types of EMFs Explained

23:54 Dirty Electricity Basics

32:03 Sleep Sanctuary Strategy

34:44 How Sleep Restores Cells

40:12 EMFs Disrupt Sleep

43:04 Chronic Illness and Stressors

44:39 Heavy Metals at Home

45:49 Water Quality and ORP

46:57 Free Radicals Explained

52:11 EMF Symptoms and POTS

52:54 Low Frequency Cell Disruption

01:03:11 Measuring EMFs Correctly

01:05:03 Why Cheap Meters Mislead

01:07:20 Pro Assessment Protocol

01:15:05 EMF Patterns and Ricochet

01:17:10 Bedroom EMF Sanctuary Setup

01:18:31 Medical Grade Grounding

01:25:45 DNA Damage and Wrap Up

From COVID Nurse to Plant Medicine Facilitator: Isa Allen on Healing, Sisterhood, and Finding Your Path

Isa shares her background as a registered nurse who worked as a COVID nurse in New York, then left the medical industry after the pandemic for a deep spiritual healing journey that led to coaching, women’s work, and five years as a psychedelic facilitator, including time living in South America and later in Austin.

Isa recounts a teen mental health crisis, hospitalization, rebellion, and finding meaning through spirituality and astrology, then describes nursing school, frontline COVID experiences, and burnout before a pivotal move to Mexico, sweat lodge ceremonies, and eventually ayahuasca training in Peru, culminating in a documentary and a transition toward creating integrative work focused on optimizing human systems.

Get In Touch with Isa:

Instagram: Isa_modernmedicine

00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro

01:18 Isa’s Background

03:02 Soup Circle Sisterhood

06:29 Early Sensitivity and Childhood

07:55 Teen Depression and Hospitalization

11:43 Spirituality as Lifeline

17:25 New York Artist Years

21:08 Choosing Nursing Path

24:59 COVID Frontlines Reality

29:56 Mythology and Mexico Leap

32:50 One Way Ticket to Oaxaca

35:06 Restless in Mexico

36:33 Temazcal Sweat Lodge

40:09 Apprenticeship in Folk Medicine

42:56 Peyote and Finding Voice

48:36 Ayahuasca Call to Peru

52:12 Jungle Training and Plant Dietas

55:10 Dark Lessons and Leaving

57:31 Austin Return and Integration

01:02:54 New Mission and Closing

In today's episode, I’m sharing a recording from OVER A YEAR AGO (Jan 2025!), which I recorded when I was living in toxic mold. I walk you through the various practices that I was incorporating into my weekly and daily routines to support my health and healing journey.

From optimizing sleep and detoxing my environment to managing my circadian health and supporting my nervous system, I cover it all. Learn about my diet, exercise routines, and the steps I was taking to minimize exposure to toxins. I also share my personal struggles and victories, including managing lipedema and pre-diabetes.

I’m happy to report that many of these habits have now just become part of my natural routine without even trying! And some of these habits I don’t have to focus on so much anymore. A lot can change in a year :) Plus now that I’m not living in mold anymore, my body is much more receptive to these practices.

00:00 Introduction to My Health Journey

03:11 The Importance of Sleep and Circadian Health

09:06 Detoxing Your Environment

15:55 Supporting Your Body's Detox Processes

20:47 Managing Blood Sugar and Nutrition

29:02 Struggles with Healthy Choices

30:32 Impact of Food and Drink on Health

31:03 Understanding and Caring for the Nervous System

39:23 The Role of Trauma Therapy

45:56 Managing Lipedema

52:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode, Jimbo Someck, founder of "⁠Jimbo’s⁠" shares his perspective on organic food, health, and the deeper values that have guided his business since its inception. He discusses why non-GMO and organic standards matter, how food quality impacts personal health, and the importance of educating consumers about what they put into their bodies. Jimbo also reflects on his own dietary evolution and the commitment it takes to stay aligned with these principles in a constantly changing food landscape.

Jimbo’s is a natural and organic grocery store based in San Diego. Jimbo's is known for its wide selection of high-quality organic produce, natural foods, supplements, and wellness products, with an emphasis on non-GMO, organic ingredients and health-focused offerings. Their stores also feature deli items, a salad bar, and specialty foods that support conscious eating and real-food living.

Connect with Jimbo's:

Follow on Instagram: ⁠@JimbosNaturally⁠

Visit their website: ⁠https://jimbos.com/⁠

Jimbo's Ingredients Standards: ⁠https://jimbos.com/about-us/ingredient-standards/⁠

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 The Origin Story of Jimbo's

02:10 Early Days at the Food Co-op

04:01 Learning Business and Opening the First Store

07:44 Expansion and Challenges

10:11 Commitment to Organic and Non-GMO

18:03 Ingredient Standards and Tough Decisions

21:39 Community Involvement and Business Philosophy

29:00 Personal Health Journey and Veganism

38:36 Future Vision for Jimbo's

44:16 Becca's Journey to Healthy Food

51:19 Closing Thoughts and Podcast Wrap-Up

Becca shares her journey of recovering from mold illness, offering insights on what has and hasn't worked for her. She discusses the importance of leaving a moldy environment, addressing victim mentality, and creating a holistic health foundation. She covers essential steps like remineralizing the body, understanding Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), and managing nervous system dysregulation.

Becca also emphasizes the need for personalized detox protocols, potentially adding in adrenal support, and the use of various tools to improve quality of life.

This episode aims to provide support and practical advice for anyone dealing with mold illness.

00:00 Introduction to Mold Illness Recovery

00:46 Welcome and Episode Overview

01:50 Victim Mentality and Mold Illness

04:16 The Importance of Leaving the Moldy Environment

07:42 Understanding Mold Detox Protocols

11:34 The Role of Minerals in Detox

17:40 Addressing Nervous System Dysregulation

22:10 Adrenal Health and Medication Considerations

23:23 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Becca opens up about her recent breakup, emphasizing the impact it had on her nervous system and personal growth.

She reflects on the importance of facing uncomfortable truths and the bravery required to leave a relationship that no longer serves her well-being.

Sharing insights into her relationship with a kratom-addicted partner, she discusses red flags, the challenges of setting boundaries, and the courage it takes to trust in an uncertain future.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Purpose

00:04 Opening Up About the Breakup

01:41 Reflecting on Past Relationships

02:58 The Current Relationship and Red Flags

05:46 Understanding Kratom and Its Impact

09:53 The Challenges of Breaking Up

11:30 Finding Strength and Community

14:16 The Importance of Self-Respect and Boundaries

19:15 Embracing Change and Growth

30:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts