Heallist Podcast

You can be “not sick” and still not feel right and that gray zone is where a lot of people get stuck. If you’re dragging through the day, dealing with brain fog, waking up tired, or hitting a health plateau you can’t explain, your home environment might be the hidden variable you’ve been missing.

We sit down with Risa Suzuki, a building biology consultant known as the “toxin detective,” to break down how everyday toxins build up as a toxic load through four big pathways: the building structure (especially moisture and leaks), indoor air quality (particles, VOCs, and outdoor pollution), water quality (including well water realities), and EMFs from electricity and devices. We talk about how to use your own observations as real data, why you should start with the room that feels “off,” and how to validate concerns without tearing your house apart or spending a fortune.

You’ll also hear why one-time tests can miss patterns (radon is a perfect example), how to think clearly about confusing “safe” standards, and how to prevent the process from turning into anxiety. We share simple experiments that can make a fast difference, including a low-cost mattress encasement story that helped resolve allergy-like symptoms overnight.

• homes as an ecosystem made of structure, air, water, and EMFs
• toxic load as the extra burden your body has to process
• common signs like fatigue, brain fog, sinus issues, and feeling “off”
• using your own clues first since you know your house best
• humidity and temperature as simple starting data for moisture and mold risk
• why VOCs and gases are harder to measure than particles
• radon as a hidden, seasonal problem that continuous monitoring can catch
• why regulations and “safe thresholds” do not always match real life health
• avoiding overwhelm by prioritizing based on symptoms and home layout
• quick DIY experiments like a mattress encasement before costly upgrades

If you’ve been wanting a sane, step-by-step approach to reducing everyday toxins at home, this conversation will help you pick your first move and stay calm while you do it. Subscribe or follow for more, share this with a friend who’s been feeling “off,” and leave a review with your biggest home health question.

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You can look successful on the outside and still feel like your body is running from a tiger that isn’t there. We talk with Kate Starr, MPH, a Certified Nervous System Regulation Practitioner, public health professional, and the founder of Aligned With Kate, about how chronic stress and burnout show up in high-functioning women who “do it all” yet feel restless, exhausted, and disconnected. 

We get specific about red flags, why wearables only tell part of the story, and how somatic, body-first regulation helps you rebuild safety without turning healing into another performance. 

• normalizing stress as a rite of passage for high achievers
• separating stressful moments from a chronic stress state that lingers
• noticing telltale signs like restlessness at rest, dread in the morning, irritability, doom scrolling, and weekend crashing
• using HRV and sleep data as clues while prioritizing real-life impact and felt experience
• understanding why quick protocols help short term but miss the beliefs driving activation
• reframing regulation as a path to autonomy and clearer choices
• avoiding perfectionism that turns healing into a checklist
• practicing body-first somatic movement to build safety and complete emotion cycles
• trying a simple reset today through movement, pressure, friction, and gentle flow

Check out Kate's signature Nervous System Reset program that has helped over 550 women break free from survival mode and hold more success, energy and ambition without burning out.

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In this episode of the Heallist Podcast, we explore joy as a practice rather than a feeling that depends on external circumstances. Our guest, Dr. Mamta Bhatt, is a former research scientist with a PhD in macromolecular science who worked on projects ranging from space shuttle technology to US Army body armor. After experiencing years of chronic fatigue and other health challenges, she began exploring Ayurveda, meditation, and breathwork, eventually spending several years in an ashram in rural India.

Drawing from her scientific background, monastic experiences, and current work with executives and high achievers, Dr. Bhatt shares how joy can be cultivated through intentional daily practices, even within the demands of modern life. We explore the relationship between inner well-being and external achievement, how traditional practices can fit into contemporary routines, and why joy doesn't have to depend on everything going according to plan. Get practical insights on approaching joy with greater intention and creating space for well-being in everyday life.

This conversation is shared for educational and reflective purposes, offering perspectives on mindfulness, traditional wellness practices, and emotional well-being without replacing individualized medical or mental health care.

Key takeaways include:

• Joy can be approached as a practice rather than something dependent on external circumstances
• Meditation, breathwork, and Ayurvedic traditions offer different perspectives on cultivating inner well-being
• Personal experiences can shape how we understand health beyond scientific and clinical frameworks
• High achievers can explore ways to integrate mindfulness and self-awareness into demanding routines
• Small, intentional practices may help create more space for joy and emotional balance in everyday life

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In this episode of the Heallist Podcast, we explore movement as medicine—not simply as exercise to fit into a busy schedule, but as an intentional part of care alongside lab work, nutrition, and other health interventions. Our guest, Kristin Oja, is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and certified functional medicine practitioner who began her career in emergency medicine before founding STAT Wellness, a practice that integrates functional medicine with movement.

Kristin shares her perspective on bringing movement and functional medicine together in everyday care, drawing from her experience growing Stat Wellness to eight locations and serving more than 12,000 patients. We explore how movement can be personalized alongside clinical insights, why sustainable health often requires looking beyond isolated symptoms, and what an integrated approach can look like in practice. Get actionable insights on making movement a more consistent part of long-term health and well-being.

This conversation is shared for educational and reflective purposes, offering perspectives on functional medicine, movement, and integrated wellness without replacing individualized medical care.

Key takeaways include:

• Movement can be considered an intentional part of a broader health plan
• Functional medicine brings together lab insights, lifestyle, nutrition, and movement
• Exercise strategies can be adapted to individual needs and health goals
• Sustainable health involves consistent habits rather than isolated interventions
• Integrating movement into everyday care can support long-term health and quality of life

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In this episode of the Heallist Podcast, we explore heart rate variability (HRV), what the number on your biohacking devices may reveal about your nervous system, and why it’s more useful to understand HRV in context rather than treat each daily reading as a verdict on your health. Our guest, Jane Ollis, is the founder of SONA, a neurotech company developing AI-guided vagus nerve stimulation. A biochemist by training, former NASA intern, and Oxford University Business Fellow, Jane has spent her career at the intersection of heart science, technology, and human health.

Jane breaks down how HRV can reflect stress and recovery, why factors like illness, lifestyle, and seasonal changes may influence your readings, and how the heart and nervous system communicate. We also explore the science behind vagus nerve stimulation and the emerging possibilities of bioelectronic medicine. Get practical insights on how to interpret HRV trends more thoughtfully and understand what your wearable data may be telling you about stress and recovery.

This conversation is shared for educational and reflective purposes, offering perspectives on longevity and wellness that integrate traditional practices with contemporary scientific inquiry.

Key takeaways include:

• HRV can offer insight into how the nervous system is responding to stress and recovery
• Individual trends and context can be more informative than a single HRV reading
• Illness, lifestyle, and seasonal factors may influence HRV
• The vagus nerve plays an important role in communication between the brain and body
• Bioelectronic medicine is opening new possibilities for nervous system support and health monitoring

Know more about Jane and her mission through her website. 

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In this episode of the Heallist Podcast, we're talking about muscle, what it takes to build it, why nutrition is a critical part of the equation, and what people often misunderstand when they're focused only on losing weight. Joining us is Lisa Franz, who holds a master's degree in exercise science, health promotion, and nutrition. As the owner of Nutrition Coaching and Life and a coach who has worked with more than 250 clients, Lisa shares a practical, evidence-informed approach to building strength and supporting long-term health.

Drawing from her experience coaching women of all ages, Lisa explores why maintaining muscle mass is important for metabolism, mobility, and healthy aging. We discuss common myths around protein intake and resistance training, how beginners can build sustainable exercise habits, and why consistency often matters more than finding the "perfect" workout or nutrition plan. Get actionable insights on how strength training and nutrition can support overall well-being throughout life.

This conversation is shared for educational and reflective purposes, offering perspectives on longevity and wellness that integrate traditional practices with contemporary scientific inquiry.

Key takeaways include:

•  Resistance training plays an important role in supporting long-term health and muscle mass 
•  Protein and overall nutrition help support muscle maintenance and recovery 
•  Sustainable habits often matter more than pursuing optimal or intensive routines 
•  Strength training can benefit people across different ages and fitness levels 
•  Building muscle supports more than appearance—it contributes to overall health, mobility, and longevity

Find out more about Lisa and her work in exercise science. 

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In this episode of the Heallist Podcast, we're talking about health, what changes for women in their 50s and 60s, and how a longevity-minded approach can complement conventional care. Joining us is Allison McCune Davis, a traditional naturopath, entrepreneur, mother of five, and author of Sixty Is a Good Start. Allison shares why she believes this stage of life can be one of renewed vitality, purpose, and opportunity rather than decline.

Drawing from her experience in natural health and her own journey, Alison explores the role of movement, hormones, lab testing, and daily habits in supporting healthy aging. We also discuss finding new purpose after major life transitions, how natural health practices may fit alongside conventional care, and why longevity is about maintaining quality of life as much as extending it.

This conversation is shared for educational and reflective purposes, offering perspectives on longevity and wellness that integrate traditional practices with contemporary scientific inquiry.

Key takeaways include:

•  Aging can be approached as a time of opportunity, vitality, and renewed purpose 
•  Daily movement plays an important role in supporting mobility and long-term health 
•  Natural health practices may complement conventional care throughout the aging process 
•  Purpose can continue to evolve through different stages of life 
•  Intentional habits and planning can support long-term well-being and fulfillment

Learn more about Allison's work in her website. 

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In this episode of the Heallist Podcast, we explore what clinical hypnotherapy actually involves with Craig Meriwether. With more than 15 years of experience, Craig explains how hypnotherapy works, the science behind brainwave states, and why many common misconceptions don't reflect what happens in a clinical session. We also discuss the everyday mental and emotional challenges this approach is often used to support.

Drawing from his client work, Craig explores how the subconscious mind influences beliefs, habits, and emotional patterns, why it prioritizes safety, and how hypnotherapy may help uncover the roots of persistent challenges. This episode discusses a practical understanding of how hypnosis works and what current research suggests about its role in personal change.

This conversation is shared for educational and reflective purposes, offering insight into clinical hypnotherapy without suggesting it is appropriate for every individual or situation.

Key takeaways include:

•  Clinical hypnotherapy differs from common media portrayals of hypnosis 
•  The subconscious mind can shape long-standing beliefs, habits, and emotional responses 
•  Hypnosis involves natural brainwave states experienced in everyday life 
•  Exploring underlying patterns may support greater self-awareness and behavior change 
•  Research continues to examine hypnotherapy's role in emotional and behavioral well-being 

Explore how hypnotherapy helps release old mental patterns in Craig's website.

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In this episode of the Heallist Podcast, we explore the difference between adding more to your wellness routine and clearing what's underneath it with Meghan Swidler. After leaving a career in technology and venture capital, Meghan built a practice centered on cellular detoxification and root-cause health. She also advises consumer health venture capital funds and invests in innovative companies such as Function Health, bringing together perspectives from both the wellness and investment worlds. Together, we discuss why supporting the body's natural detoxification pathways may be a foundational step before pursuing optimization or biohacking strategies.

Drawing from her work with clients, Meghan explains common misconceptions about detoxification, why symptoms can serve as important signals, and how body awareness can support more informed health decisions. We also explore body literacy, lab testing, and the value of taking a simpler, more intentional approach to long-term well-being.

This conversation is shared for educational and reflective purposes, offering perspectives on holistic detoxification without prescribing specific protocols or treatment approaches.

Key takeaways include:

•  Why adding more supplements, peptides, and protocols may not help when the body's drainage and detox pathways are congested
• What "normal" lab results can miss — and why the timing and context of a test matter as much as the number
• The quiet everyday signals Meghan pays attention to
• Why she works in a sequence and what can happen when people jump straight to parasite, mold, or heavy metal cleanses
• Why high performers are often the most dysregulated group despite looking the healthiest
• How Meghan thinks about detox beyond the physical 
• What to look for when evaluating wellness products and companies in an unregulated market

 Learn more about Meghan's work on her website or in her book, From Deep Within.

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In this episode of the Heallist Podcast, we explore the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern science with LifeSpa founder Dr. John Douillard, as he shares his perspective on how seasonal eating, breathing practices, and digestive health may influence vitality and longevity. Drawing from both Ayurvedic principles and emerging research, the conversation examines how our bodies interact with natural rhythms and what can happen when those rhythms become disrupted.

Through practical examples, Dr. Douillard discusses the relationship between seasonal foods and the gut microbiome, the role of breathing in supporting lymphatic and immune function, and why food preparation methods have long been emphasized in traditional health systems. We also explore how modern diets, highly processed foods, and reduced exposure to natural environments may affect gut resilience, microbial diversity, and overall well-being. Listeners will gain insight into simple ways of thinking about health through the lens of digestion, nature, and daily habits.

This conversation is shared for educational and reflective purposes, offering perspectives on longevity and wellness that integrate traditional practices with contemporary scientific inquiry.

Key takeaways include:

•  Seasonal eating may support greater diversity within the gut microbiome 
•  Breathing practices can play a role in supporting circulation, lymphatic function, and overall well-being 
•  Digestive and gut health are closely connected to broader aspects of health and resilience 
•  Modern dietary patterns may disrupt natural biological rhythms and microbial balance 
•  Small lifestyle shifts aligned with nature's cycles can have meaningful long-term impacts on health and vitality

Access Dr. Douillard’s free Seasonal Grocery Lists  to explore seasonal eating.  

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