Holistic Christian Life - Worshiping God - Mind, Body, Soul

Cynthia is always talking about toxins in relation to our hormones, livers, and gut microbiome.  Today she speaks with Dr. Sarah Villafranco from Osmia to get clarity on how impure skin care products affect the body and we get some background on the real meaning of the word “toxin!”  Prepare to start reading your labels after this interview!

Bio:

Dr. Sarah Villafranco spent a decade practicing medicine in the emergency room where she witnessed a broad spectrum of health issues—along with an unsettling trend of resistance to treating the root causes of disease. Not long after Sarah relocated from the East Coast to Carbondale, Colorado, her mother was diagnosed with cancer, and she was gone just over a year later. With two young daughters of her own, Sarah was mourning the loss of her mom, but newly inspired to create a unique and meaningful path in her own life. On a whim, she signed up for a local soap making class.

Almost instantly, she reconnected with her passion for science—the same passion that led her to study medicine. In the weeks and months that followed, Sarah learned more about the chemistry of making natural soap, and became enchanted by the artistry of form, color, and scent that could be woven into the process. As she began to research the ingredients people were using on their skin every single day, a bigger idea took shape.

Sarah founded Osmia with one simple mission: to energize people to engage in their own wellness through skin health and sensory experience. Rather than putting out fires in the emergency department, Sarah now hopes to create sparks of joy that inspire meaningful change. When people experience a gorgeous soap, a velvety body oil, or a nourishing lip balm made with effective, wholesome ingredients, perhaps a tiny seed is planted: I can have a positive, joyful effect on my own wellness, every day.

https://osmiaorganics.com

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Cynthia talks with Father Hans Jacobse about addiction.  In this interview created for My Beautiful Advent, they get into pornography specifically but also the damaging consequences of addictive behavior and how Father Hans addresses it as a priest.  This is a must listen for anyone who has experienced the effects of either topic in their lives, or who may be able to help others.

Fr. Johannes Jacobse has been a priest for thirty years. Born in Holland, he has a B.A. from the University of Minnesota, an M.Div. from St. Vladimir’s Seminary, studied the Greek language at the University of Thessaloniki, Greece. Fr. Hans edits the web site Orthodoxy Today that discusses social and moral issues from an Orthodox Christian and the larger Judea/Christian framework. The success of Orthodoxy Today led to the founding of the American Orthodox Institute, a research and educational organization that engages the cultural issues of the day within the Orthodox Christian moral tradition, which Fr. Hans heads. His podcasts can be heard on Ancient Faith Radio.

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Are you a woman of a certain age with any of the following symptoms?  Fatigue, weight gain, fuzzy thinking, anxiety, depression, hair falling out, low libido, problems sleeping?  Maybe your doctor has told you that it’s just your age, and there is nothing you can do about it.  If this sounds familiar, you’ll want to listen to this interview with Dr. Lauren Deville!  Prepare to be inspired and know that there are solutions!

Dr Lauren Deville is a graduate of Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, AZ, and is the owner of Nature Cure Family Health in Tucson, Arizona. She received her BS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics from the University of Arizona. She is the author of The Holistic Gut Prescription and How to Be Healthy: Body, Mind, and Spirit, and the host of the weekly podcast, Christian Natural Health. She writes young adult fiction in her spare time under the pen name C.A. Gray, and maintains an occasionally contentious movie review blogwith her cinephile husband.

https://www.drlaurendeville.com/

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Father John Strickland talks with Cynthia about his book series starting with The Age of Paradise.  They also talk about his journey to Orthodoxy, the priesthood, and all things beautiful about the role Russia played in his life.  Curious about church history?  This podcast will give you a glimpse into ancient Christianity and the progression to this day.

Father John Strickland is an Orthodox priest and the author of The Age of Paradise: Christendom from Pentecost to the First Millennium. This book is the first of a four-volume series on the history of Christian culture and civilization entitled The Rise and Fall of What the West Once Was. The second volume, The Age of Division: Christendom from the Great Schism to the Protestant Reformation is scheduled for release at the end of this year. Father John is married with five children and serves a parish in Poulsbo, Washington. In his spare time he enjoys woodworking and sailing.

Additional links provided: Author website: www.johnstrickland.org

Age of Paradise on Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Age-Paradise-Christendom-Pentecost-Millennium/dp/1944967567/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=age+of+paradise&qid=1570252806&s=books&sr=1-1

Ancient Faith Radio Podcast:  https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/paradiseutopi

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Cynthia is delighted to bring you an interview with Jeanne Grunert on the topic of herbal medicine. God created many plants that can heal us, but sometimes herbalism is connected to pagan rituals and associated with other faith practices that don’t coincide with Christianity. We explore the topic and also get some great tips on Jeanne’s favorite herbs and what to do if you feel like you’re coming down with a cold!

Jeanne Grunert is a freelance writer and certified Virginia Master Gardener. She writes about growing fruit, vegetables, and herbs on her blog, Home Garden Joy, and encourages her readers to embrace a
holistic, plant-based lifestyle. Jeanne is the founder of the Facebook Group, Christian Herbalists at Home Garden Joy, and dedicated to living a compassionate, peaceful, plant-based lifestyle. She lives and works
on her 17 acre farm with her husband of over 20 years, John, her German shepherd dog, Zeke, and seven cats.

Oregano pesto: https://homegardenjoy.com/site/recipe/quick-oregano-pesto

3 types of mint: https://homegardenjoy.com/site/2018/07/three-types-of-mint.html

Herbal teas - https://homegardenjoy.com/site/2018/02/wellness-wednesday-medicinal-tea.html

www.homegardenjoy.com

www.jeannegrunert.com

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Today Cynthia and Lynne Wardach from ByziMom.com talk about her 10 best tips for busy moms. How do you find “me time?” How do you bring prayer into the lives of your children? This interview is not only for moms! We think everyone can benefit with Lynne’s tips!

Bio: A homeschooling mom of five, Lynne Drozdik Wardach has found a way to share the practical nuances of Eastern Christian family life through the features of her blog and website, ByziMom.com. Having served as a catechist for over 30 years and as a mom for 25, she shares her collection of lesson plans, activities, games, craft, and recipes for bringing the faith to life for Eastern Christian Children and reflects on the spiritual as well as the practical aspects of life as a Byzantine mom. She is the author of The Jesse Tree, and The Zacchaeus Tree and the creator of the ByziMom Daily Planner. She is also the creator and executive editor of ByziKids Magazine, a new, fun, family resource for educating Eastern Christian children in the faith.

After a family health crisis, she and her husband were medically advised to adopt a whole-food, plant-based, oil-free diet which meant Eastern Christian fasting as a full-time lifestyle. She shares the tips, hacks, and recipes she’s learned along the way and offers support on the Great Fast Meals page at ByziMom.com.

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Today Cynthia features an interview with Father Josiah Trenham on the topic of our emotions and feelings.  Recent events in our world and country have affected all of us.  How do we regard our feelings right now which can be all over the board?  Do we need to be concerned about them being sinful?  Fr. Josiah gives us great insight.

A native Southern Californian, Father Josiah attended Westminster Seminary California, receiving his M.Div. in 1992 while studying under some of the most influential teachers in the Reformed tradition.  In 1993, he was ordained to the Holy Priesthood of the Orthodox Church and in 2004 he was awarded a Ph.D. in Theology from the University of Durham, England.  Father Josiah has served as pastor of St. Andrew Orthodox Church in Riverside, California, since 1998.  He is an Adjunct Professor of Theology at St. Katherine College in San Marcos, California (2010 – present), and was an Adjunct Professor at California Baptist University (2003-2010).  Father Josiah has published numerous articles and two books and is also the founder of Patristic Nectar Publications, a non-profit ministry.  His weekly homilies are available on his podcast, The Arena, produced by Ancient Faith Radio.

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Dr. Rodney Russell is Cynthia’s guest today.  Dr. Russell combines his faith and his work as a physician to heal his patients in a holistic way.  You will learn about detoxification systems and how to make the most of them.  Where is God in the modalities that have been claimed by alternative religious sects?  How can we embrace health science as Christians?  Make sure you have your pen handy, because we’re pretty sure you’ll be taking notes!

A true innovator with the Holistic / Functional Medicine approach, Dr. Rodney Russell has been treating, healing and preventing chronic diseases for nearly two decades. His personal and unique blend of mind-body medicine, which includes diagnostics, therapies and energetic, emotional techniques, has helped thousands of people recover their energy and zest for life. The core belief underlying his treatment is that the human body was created with the ability to heal itself when these interferences or imbalances are removed, and the resulting weaknesses are supported.

Dr. Russell holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Anatomy and a Doctorate in Chiropractic from Parker Chiropractic College. He is a Diplomate with the College of Physicians, a Certified Wellness Director, and a Fellow with the American Association of Integrative Medicine. Dr. Russell has completed advanced study course work in Genetic Testing & Interpretation, Bio Energetic Synchronization Technique (B.E.S.T.), Applied Kinesiology, Body Integration Technique (training held by few doctors in the U.S.), Functional Medicine, Total Body Modification, Neurological Organizational Technique and others.

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Cynthia is honored to talk with the founder of Thistle Farms, Becca Stevens about her background, her vision, and her mission to help women throughout the world. Thistle Farms is a non-profit organization that Filled With Less has chosen to support through donations. It’s a way to give back in love to women who need our help. Be prepared to be inspired!

Becca Stevens is the President of Thistle Farms, a multifaceted nonprofit she founded more than 20 years ago for women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction. Today its social enterprises create over $4 million in earned income and supports 1,400 women through global partnerships. Becca leads important conversations across the country by speaking, writing, and heading a national network of like-minded organizations.

www.thistlefarms.org
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This week Cynthia talks with Dr. Trent Orfanos about the need for supplements.  Don’t we get what we need from food?  Why would we want to supplement and what are the ways our body can benefit?  They discuss the issues with a lack of regulation in the supplement industry and what to watch out for.  Find out this week what Dr. Orfanos recommends as his top supplements and prepared to be impressed with Cynthia’s segue about Hedy Lamarr and her connection to a very popular orange tablet!

Trent G. Orfanos MD, FACC, ABIHM, has spent over thirty years practicing cardiology.  He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Integrative Holistic Medicine, and Functional Medicine.

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