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Whether you've journeyed through a cancer diagnosis or you know someone that has, this eye-opening episode is a must-listen for all. I had the wonderful opportunity to sit down with Holistic Nutritionist, 2nd Generation Master Pilates teacher, author, educator and international presenter, Katrina Foe, who's passionate focus is currently working as a Certified Metabolic Approach to Cancer Practitioner.

After addressing her own cancer diagnosis 100% naturally, Katrina was driven to explore and expand on the way we look at health and the human body as a whole. Now also faculty at Restorative Wellness Solutions, Katrina is immersed in helping clients address their individual diagnoses, and educate them on not only why cancer was allowed to proliferate in the first place, but guide them in healing with less fear and more empowerment.

We touch on SO much during this episode, as we discuss and summarize Katrina's ROOT CAUSE approach to cancer, and we chat about all of the necessary categories (terrains) she dives into. We talk about functional lab testing that is commonly missed among the mainstream medical model, we go over common misconceptions about the holistic cancer approach, we candidly discuss the disturbing realities of insurance and how people get stuck inside the system, and much more.

Katrina's ultimate goal is to help guide those with cancer towards a comprehensive understanding of what is actually going on with their bodies, and how addressing their circumstance from the root will not only aid in healing, but give them the faith and confidence to walk out their lives with peace instead of fear of recurrence.

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• Free Book (actual book, not an e-book!): https://nutritionalpilates.com/
• Katrina's Website: https://designedforhealth.net/
• Katrina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katrinafoe/
• Katrina on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nutritional.pilates
• The Metabolic Approach to Cancer by Dr. Nasha Winters: https://a.co/d/5WqSyF4
• Fat For Fuel by Dr. Joseph Mercola: https://a.co/d/6D0HSpi

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In this episode, I have the lovely opportunity to sit down with the creators of The Connection Codes, Dr. Glenn and Phyllis Hill. After 30 years of a troublesome and painful marriage, Dr. Glenn decided to go back for his Masters in Marriage and Family, along with a doctorate in Clinical Sexology. He was determined to figure out why his marriage was so hard to navigate, and learned through years of studying that we as humans are hardwired to experience connection through emotion, NOT logistics. Once he and Phyllis started putting the pieces together based on brain science, they realized that the key was not only uncovering the WHY behind disconnection, but figuring out the recipe for reconnection.

Dr. Glenn and Phyllis very candidly share the intimate details of their past and what shifted for them right after their wedding (now 40 years ago), and we first chat a bunch about the common misconceptions regarding sexual and intimate connection that are still taking place in today's world. We talk about how and why so many marriages seem to be struggling, and how many feel that all hope is lost because nothing has "worked." They talk about how while sex is a very important part of connection in a relationship, it doesn't always mean that couples are emotionally connected, and how loneliness can still be extremely prevalent.

Dr. Glenn and Phyllis share the premise behind The Connection Codes, and how they've humbly witnessed countless couples go from total despair to repair, and back to a place of emotional safety and contentment. Their tools are designed to be simple and tangible, so that exhausted couples can find themselves becoming UNSTUCK quicker than they think. The Connection Codes are all based off of the "human condition," as they teach us the language of how people are inherently designed to connect with one another in a relationship.

Whether you're looking to improve your relationship, you're engaged to be married and want to level-up your emotional intelligence, or you're simply looking to become more skilled in general interpersonal communication, this episode will provide an open door.  Dr. Glenn and Phyllis wholeheartedly believe that most people don't need better intentions, just better tools, and they give us a ton of beautiful insight during this eye-opening, honest, and inspiring discussion.

• The Connection Codes Foundations Course, use discount code VANESSA for 20% off: www.connectioncodes.co/foundationscourse
• Free Download of The Core Emotion Wheel: www.connectioncodes.co/intentionallywell 
• The Connection Codes Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/connection-codes/id1613594520?i=
• The Connection Codes Book: https://a.co/d/5PpLF2U
• The Connection Codes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connectioncodes/

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In this super informational episode, I sit down with Stephanie Reed, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner with an expertise in DETOX. After years of struggling with her own thyroid and gut issues, she discovered that her abundant toxic load was drastically impacting her ability to heal. Stephanie works with clients to improve their overall health by the implementation of effective detox practices and protocols, all tailored to their individual needs.

This chat is literally overflowing with information on the WHAT, WHY, WHEN, and HOW regarding detox. We discuss what detox is and what it is NOT, and we go over why detoxing is nearly essential today due to the world we're currently living in.

Stephanie gets into the gritty details of parasite cleansing, the main detox pathways of the body, and how to open these pathways along with her most recommended suggestions. She and I share personal stories of our past mistakes with detoxing, and how learning how to tune in to your body's unique needs is not only helpful, but essential. She also digs into the very real concept of "overwhelm" when it comes to health and healing, and gives us tips on how to approach our situations with a balanced mindset.

From coffee enemas, to supplements, to her Instagram parasite photography, there is little left unturned during this entertaining and educational episode!

• Stephanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredwellness/
• Stephanie on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredwellness?_t=8bm4Mtepqih&_r=1 
• Stephanie's Website:  www.unfiltered-wellness.com 
• Work with Stephanie:  www.unfiltered-wellness.com/services 
• EWG Cleaning Guide Database:  https://www.ewg.org/guides/cleaners/ 
• EWG Skin Deep Database (Cosmetics):  https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ 
• Scottsdale Hydrotherapy (Colonics):  www.scottsdalehydrotherapy.com 

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In this fully-stocked episode, I have the honor of sitting down with Christine Williams, the beautiful face behind the fast-growing, off-grid homestead account @homemaderevival. Christine and her husband Joel have dedicated their lives towards educating others on emergency preparedness and self-sufficiency, through a logical and non-fear-based approach.
Their own trials and challenges catapulted them into becoming "accidental preppers" as they like to say, and they've since cultivated a social media community where they've assisted thousands of people in efforts to help them prep for small and/or large scale events.
This episode is highly geared towards the everyday individual or family, and Christine gives us all we need to know regarding the basics of emergency awareness and preparedness...on a budget.
We discuss the essentials like water, food, shelter, storage, healthcare (medicinal supplies/remedies), and more; she also tackles some popular "prep misconceptions," and illustrates how we don't have to break the bank in order to get/stay prepared.
Christine also beautifully chats about the importance of community building and forming local relationships, and how this is a key aspect when it comes to thriving among tough circumstances.
At the end of the day, Christine, Joel, and their seven children have one goal in mind: To empower people and families through supportive education and resources, and guide them to a place of peace and self-sufficiency regardless of location. This faith-filled, homeschooling, veteran family feels overwhelmingly called to serve in this way, and their HEART for it all is beyond inspirational.

Please see below for resources mentioned in this episode:

• Website launch now scheduled for 6/23. Will update with link soon!
• Homemade Revival Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homemaderevival/
• Sillcock Key for urban bug out bag/water access: https://a.co/d/hZAKiH3
• Rx links for medicine supply: mygotodoc.com pushhealth.com goodrx.com 
• Canadian Rx link (ships to U.S.): bigmountaindrugs.com 
• Solar battery (charge small USB and USB/C items): https://a.co/d/3gi7Q1u
• Aquamira: https://mypatriotsupply.com/products/aquamira-chlorine-dioxide-water-treatment
• "Chlorinating" dirty (non-potable) water with bleach for safe drinking purposes: https://www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/emergency-disinfection-drinking-water
• Battery/EMP info: https://techprotectbag.com/lights-out-does-an-emp-affect-batteries/
• Homeopathic course with Sarah Trask: https://sarahtrask.thrivecart.com/home-eopathy-first-aid-course/
• Methylene Blue/LifeBlud (Bottle has a question mark on front. Use code VANESSA10 for 10% off purchase. For more info, check out Episode 15): https://lifeblud.co/products/mystery 
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• Email: [email protected]

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In this episode, I eagerly sit down with Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, CPT, and master of all things minerals, Margaret Barry.
Margaret's expertise in metabolic health, mineral balancing, and the body's fascial system is set apart from many, as she so passionately shares her knowledge regularly from her popular Instagram account @musclesandmotherhood, and works with clients one on one.

During this discussion, she gives us a legit, easy-to-understand lesson on minerals and how they influence every system in our body. She helps us understand how to assess our "levels" and how minerals need to be looked at in ratio to each other, as well their synergistic relationship to the vitamin family. She provides examples of specific imbalance patterns that she commonly sees in her practice, and touches on several "mineral misconceptions."  We talk about types of testing, and how testing is definitely not for diagnostic purposes, but simply a tool to help paint a picture of what's going on in our body.

We also dive deep into the mineral dysregulation/stress connection, and how imbalances are still merely symptoms of a deeper-rooted mental/emotional issue.  Margaret gives us a ton of information to digest in regards to the mind-body connection, and even gives us a beautiful breakdown on how stress/trauma, minerals, and fascia are all interconnected. She's so full of tips and supportive information, and at the end of the day, she wants us to remember that no body system works alone.

Note: If interested in working with Margaret 1:1, the linktree link below is where you can find more information and contact her directly!

• Margaret on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_musclesandmotherhood/
• Margaret's Website:  http://mb-fitness.com/ 
• Margaret's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/_musclesandmotherhood 
• Margaret's Class Offerings & eBook: https://mastertrainermargaret.square.site/ 
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In this highly educational episode, I sit down with trauma-informed somatic coach Mandy Flanders, and she serves up a huge dose of material to chew on regarding nervous system health. Mandy is an expert in nervous system regulation and co-regulation, with signature focuses on conscious parenting, attachment + parts work, somatic experiencing, the polyvagal theory, and more. She is super passionate about helping people and clients understand their unique patterns of "stuckness," to where they can then begin to unwind these inclinations and heal their bodies and their relationships.

Mandy emphasizes the cruciality of the nervous system and its influence on our well-being, and does an amazing job of explaining how the system itself works. She shares about the common misconceptions people often have when it comes to nervous system regulation/dysregulation, so we can better understand our bodies from a biological perspective. She chats with me about how trauma and childhood can play a significant role in how we develop patterns, and also goes into how this heavily influences our close relationships and parenting styles.

Due to the body's amazing adaptation strategies, Mandy explains that it can be very difficult to heal from anything with a chronically dysregulated nervous system, and she thankfully comes through with several tips to get us started. She shares her faith in the body's resiliency, and its ability to change and achieve autonomic flexibility given the right tools. She even shares her own experiences as proof, and wants us all to understand the truth: That healing is absolutely possible, and that there is always more to your story, even if you feel like you've tried "everything." This discussion is full of insight, packed with education, and stamped with HOPE.

• Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healwithmandy/
• Mandy's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/healwithmandy
• Mandy's Website: https://www.mandywellness.com/
• Mandy's Email: [email protected]
• Understand Your Nervous System Workshop:  https://heal-with-mandy.mykajabi.com/offers/uVhkS7sL 
• Creative Ways to Regulate Your Nervous System (Free):  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63ab489261b8cd734be0c649 
• Book Reference: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748

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This episode is the perfect follow-up to the last, because I gratefully sit down with Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Licensed Cosmetologist, Jessica Rose. In a day where nearly everyone is concerned about aging and their appearance, Jessica bridges the gap between health and beauty by helping people of all ages make better lifestyle choices. In this discussion, she not only educates us on how our overall toxic load can accelerate the aging process, but she gives us several alternative beauty methods to look into. While so many opt for quicker fixes and more conventional options, Jessica feels that it is entirely possible and much healthier to approach beauty in a holistic fashion. She feels that we should care about our outer appearance, but that authentic beauty starts from within and it really is an inside job.
We chat about several of her current, favorite holistic beauty techniques and routines, how lymph drainage and proper hydration are imperative for graceful aging, and she even gives us her thoughts on some popular not-as-aggressive treatment options. We talk about her view on sunscreen usage, she gives us some really cool information on hair care, and she even goes into how mental and emotional health play a vital role in how we age. 
At the end of the day, Jessica wants us all to remember that aging is inevitably a part of LIVING, and while we should embrace the gift that it is, we can also implement holistic practices to help us not only look beautiful at any age, but feel that way too.

• Jessica Rose's Newsletter:  https://www.jessicarosewellness.com/newsletter-sign-up 
• Jessica Rose's Website:  https://www.jessicarosewellness.com/
• Jessica Rose on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/jessicarosewellness_/ 
• Jessica Rose on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessicarosewellnesss
• Jessica Rose on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8AdX_Q1M3_SIYlLK4N98Zw
• Jessica Rose on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/jessicarosewellness/
• Jessica Rose on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JSROSEWELLNESS
• Media Appearances: https://www.jessicarosewellness.com/press

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This mind-blowing episode undoubtedly illuminates the shocking dark side of the billion dollar Botox industry. Here, I am blessed with the unique opportunity to sit with Gretch Elizabeth, a passionate patient advocate who helps run the Never Tox Community Group. She is also a primary admin for the largest international Botox injury support group in the world.

Gretch and her team have worked tirelessly to disclose correct patient information, provide informed consent details, and set up a comprehensive support system for those who are in need of help post-injury or side effects. She serves up some cold, hard facts regarding statistics, shares plenty of anecdotal evidence, and answers all the typical "exception" questions one may have regarding the safety of Botox injections. She also educates us on the devastating reality of how it can play a huge role in one's mental/emotional health status, and we even chat about the deeper cultural agenda at hand.

Never Tox is dedicated to helping people connect the dots between Botox injections and their health issues, and the community leaders want everyone to be truly informed, in comparison to the lukewarm version most are receiving worldwide. Despite the skill level of even the best practitioners, there's more systemic and/or long-term risk than what's being disclosed, but profit has and will always come before patient safety.

Please see the supportive and educational resources provided by Never Tox, free of charge:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nevertox/
• Website: https://www.toxsafety.com
• Facebook Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/224009391310103
• Never Tox YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Xbevgbh9f4&list=PLScjG_8vcfr1Zc0KKyrp28IxpZDK7GtHf&ab_channel=LSUTigerTV
• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (U.S. residents): https://988lifeline.org/
• Never Tox Email: [email protected]
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• Vanessa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiftofgoods/
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In this jam-packed episode, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Adam Marafioti, owner of the bioenergetic-focused supplement company, LifeBlud. This chat beautifully outlines all there is to know about the fascinating substance known as methylene blue, as Adam breaks down the mechanisms behind it in an easy-to-understand manner. He shares the science behind why it has the unique ability to positively affect mitochondrial function and restore energy, which has resulted in the turn around of countless health ailments. He answers all the common questions, while sharing testimonies he's seen come through from thousands of people who've added MB to their wellness toolbox. This swiss-army-knife-type remedy is worth learning about no matter what you may be challenged with from a health standpoint.

Adam also spends some time discussing how the current/mainstream paradigms regarding sickness and disease may be something to rethink. He gives a healthy dose of open-minded insight regarding the reasons behind the body's adaptations to stress, and explains how chronic exposure to environmental pollutants and everyday toxins can hinder healing. He also touches on the fundamental reasons behind why detox is important in today's modern world, and that it's not just what we eat, but what we absorb.

Adam's tenaciously curious efforts within the holistic health space have inspired many toward the realization that although the world pushes us to blindly outsource, taking true agency over our lives will pave the way toward much better outcomes regarding our well-being.

Connect with Adam and LifeBlud:

• Adam on Instagram: @adammarafioti
• LifeBlud on Instagram: @lifebludco
• MB resource mentioned: Ultimate Guide to Methylene Blue (Amazon)
• Ray Peat resource: raypeat.com/articles

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In this episode, I sit down with the beautiful face and CEO behind FATSKN, Caitlin Warrington. FATSKN is currently the most well-known tallow skincare brand in Canada, much due to her minimalistic approach and dedication to developing high-quality products, as she has come to realize the climbing demand. Through her own desire to create non-toxic, nutrient-dense skincare for her family, Caitlin discovered that tallow-based products serve the skin differently and in ways where other products fall short.

We talk about everything from the basics and fundamentals regarding tallow and what separates it from other natural substances, and we also discuss common concerns many have regarding the average store-bought skincare today. We chat about Caitlin's perspective on seed oils (PUFAs), essential oils, common skin conditions, infant and child skin concerns/tips, magnesium, and so much more. Her "less-is-more" approach to not only skincare but overall wellness brings a fresh perspective: Essentially, well-sourced, quality ingredients and minimal steps will always beat out complicated regimens.

• FATSKN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatskn/
• Website: https://fatskn.com/
• FATSKN Discount Code: VANESSA15
• Caitlin's Email: [email protected]
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