Kefi Life

94. Food, Relationships & the Immune System During the Holidays

Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, PhD Founder of Brain Fitness, Inc is here with great tips to eat well and enjoy relationships during the hectic festive season.

Dr. Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, PhD

Today's Lexi: 

Διακοπές — Diakopés (Holidays)

In Today’s Episode:

Today we are joined by the prestigious Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, PhD Founder of Brain Fitness, Inc, who is spreading holiday cheer with positive and helpful food and relationship suggestions for a healthy and memorable holiday season.

What do we learn today?  

• We address the method to approach food over the holidays.

All this for you this holiday season.

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

For today's Ola Kala Moment: Immune Boosters to keep it Ola Kala! 

Resources:

• www.healthbrainfitness.com

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

93. Holiday Mind-Body Relief

Exercise Physiologist Maura Gates opens her toolbox to provide simple tips for being joyful in mind and body this holiday season.

Maura and Kiki

Today's Lexi: 

Eυγενικός — Evgenikós (Kind)

In Today’s Episode:

Maura Gates - Exercise Physiologist has the tools to help you reduce discomfort and stress so you can experience joy in your mind and body.

Discoverable tips and their use:

1. Belly Breathing

Feel better and enjoy the season with Maura’s expertise.

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

For today's Ola Kala Moment: All is well with the use of arnica!

Resources:

• Maura Gates on LinkedIn (ln/mauragatesatc)

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

92. Activate the Inner Healer Within You via Food

Activate the inner healer within when you adopt the benefits of healing foods and simple diets. 

Madeline Bucheleres

Today's Lexi: 

Νόσος — Nosos (Disease)

In Today’s Episode:

Holistic Health Coach Madeline B takes us on a journey with food and the potential of its healing benefits. 

Madeline’s health was a disaster and through her self-advocacy and education with the lymphatic system, detoxification, and food as medicine concept, she cured her mind, body, and soul.  Additionally, what is the end goal of food and healing?

Today Madeline is with the Kefi L!fe audience to share her truth about the foods that can heal you inside and out.

Madeline's Oat Milk Recipe:

1/2 cup of rolled oats

3 cups of filtered water

2 teaspoons of maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Pinch of sea salt 

1. Blend ingredients until smooth

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

For today's Ola Kala Moment: Eat More Garlic

Resources:

• Madeline's Personal Website

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

91. You Will Be Found…Reach Out This Thanksgiving!

A high school math teacher’s commencement speech provides the perfect Thanksgiving message.

Roger Finnell

Today's Lexi: 

Μαθηματικά — Mathimatiká (Math)

In Today’s Episode:

Roger Finnell, Fenwick High School Math Teacher in Illinois, celebrates a 91st commencement during the 91st episode of Kefi L!fe.

Today, math professor extraordinaire, Roger Finnell, shares his 2022 commencement message and inspires Kefi L!fe listeners to begin the practice of “Reaching Out.” 

The song “You Will Be Found” from the Dear Evan Hansen musical soundtrack provides the message for a moving speech to the Fenwick High School 2022 senior class.  The words of Mr. Finnell’s commencement message is food for thought this Thanksgiving holiday season and always. 

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

For today's Ola Kala Moment: Encouragement inspires.

Resources:

• Roger Finnell's Commencement Speech at Fenwick High School

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

90. Travel Survival Guide to Keep it Ola Kala

Conde Nast Magazine’s Top Travel Specialist Mina Agnos returns with viable travel tips for the trip of a lifetime.

Mina Agnos

Today's Lexi: 

Επιβίωση — Epiviosi (Survival)

In Today’s Episode:

Mina, an inveterate traveler, is listed in Travel + Leisure's A-List of the World's Top Travel Agents and is one of Conde Nast Magazine's Top Travel Specialists. Her leadership and passion have been instrumental in the growth of Travelive, a company, in which personalized travel experiences are created based on guest preferences and expectations.

Mina returns for a special Kefi L!fe appearance to prepare us for an Ola Kala travel experience abroad.

Travel Tips discussed in this episode:

• Pack your patience

What makes Mina and her team at Travelive unique is their vetting process of each property service and agency they recommend!

This is an essential episode to listen to for effortless travel abroad or otherwise.

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Space bags for easy travel!

Resources:

• www.Travelive.com

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

89. One Man’s Pursuit of What He is Born to Do Leads to a Life in Photography

Chicago-based; Ireland-born photographer Barry Butler shares a tale of passion, patience, and photography to live Ola Kala!

Barry Butler

Today's Lexi: 

Επιτυχία — Epitychia (Success)

In Today’s Episode:

Chicago-based; Ireland-born photographer Barry Butler is on Kefi L!fe to share his exciting work in photography. His newly curated exhibit: Flow - Water Brings Life to Chicago is now open.

You will be interested in Barry’s approach to capturing a memory on film. 

Discover the beauty of Chicago's and Ireland's landscapes...and why would someone love Donegal?

What has photography taught Barry: be patient and feed your spirit with the work you do. 

Barry finds Kefi in his work and it shows…with landscapes and everything Chicago and Ireland, the place of his birth.

Autumn Afternoon

One of Barry's favorite lightning images

BeanHenge

Autumn Awakening

View Barry Butler’s Flow - Water Brings Life to Chicago Exhibit at the Navy Pier in Chicago through the end of 2023.

CHICAGO — Navy Pier is honored to open a new exhibit, “Flow - Water Brings Life to Chicago,” starting at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 17. Barry Butler’s 22-image exhibit is a celebration of many of the picturesque views of Lake Michigan, the Chicago River and Buckingham Fountain throughout the city. The gorgeous collection, showcasing all seasons, reveals enchanting water attractions around Chicago from both the sky and the ground.

“Barry Butler’s ability to see the extraordinary in everyday locations, combined with an unflinching talent for capturing the right moment with lightning-strike precision, has led him to be called ‘Chicago’s picture poet,’ and we’re thrilled to showcase his extraordinary photography here at Navy Pier,” said Navy Pier President and CEO, Marilynn Gardner. “It’s exciting to see the city you love through the eyes of an artist who shares that same passion for Chicago.”

Guests can find the new exhibit between partners Kilwin’s Chicago at Navy Pier and Making History Chicago (garage doors 5 and 6). Each image featured in the exhibit also includes a unique QR code through which visitors can watch a video with more information about the photo. The exhibit will run through December 31, 2023.

“I am thrilled to bring my photography to Navy Pier. I’ve captured images from around the world; but photographing Chicago is truly a passion project,” said photographer Barry Butler. “Whether you live in Chicago or are a tourist to the Windy City, you will find that water brings life to Chicago. I am so grateful to capture these treasured moments for a lifetime.”

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Follow the Green

Resources:

• BarryButlerPhotography.com

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

88. Food, Toxins & the Liver

Mary Bucheleres of Maria Sofia Naturally Homemade appears to save our liver and feed our body naturally.

Mary Bucheleres

Today's Lexi: 

Συκώτι — Sykoti (Liver)

In Today’s Episode:

A proficient cook in seasonal and natural methods, Mary Bucheleres chimes into this episode to bring attention to all things food, toxic effects of food, seasonal selections and the importance of the liver function.

Points of importance:

• Eat bananas

Additionally:

Learn the power of European style produce shopping, fighting toxins and inflammation with food.

How do we control our health with produce?

What are the differences in all the different types of eggplants?

Which food group does eggplant replace?

All about Pomegranates…how do you cut one, what is the symbolism and the seasonality of food ….

PLUS:

How do we eat and stay well?

What are the Blue Zones?

Which oils are not inflammatory?

This episode is a fantastic addition to living a Kefi L!fe.

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Veggies with Protein make it all is well!

Resources:

• www.medicalmedium.com

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

87. Kiki’s Holy Land Trip Up Close & Personal 

A glimpse at the Holy Land as experienced by Kiki!

Kiki in Bethlehem

Today's Lexi: 

Περιπέτεια — Peripéteia (Adventure)

In Today’s Episode:

Join Kiki on her pilgrimage to the Holy Land.  An adventurous spirit and the urge to feed her mind body and soul leads to travel to the mysterious Middle East to experience the other side of the world where three major religions persist and prevail.

How do the land and the sea tie into the ethos of this spiritual place?

What will you learn about the food and some of the traditions of the Jewish and Palestinian people? 

What’s so interesting about Jericho and certainly you will discover the Old City of Jerusalem when you tune in to this episode 87.

Kiki also touches upon prayers, middle eastern dishes, people, traditions and the three Abrahamic groups.

A Holy Land journey in science, faith, nature, God and feeding the soul during this episode of Kefi L!fe!

Burqin, a town in the northern West Bank, is home to one of the oldest churches in the world, the Church of the Ten Lepers, where Jesus Christ is said to have performed a miracle of healing lepers who were confined in the church’s cave.  This was one of Kiki’s favorite stops on the pilgrimage. 

Church of the Ten Lepers

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Be all is well when you experience the cuisine of different cultures

Resources:

• Map of Israel

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

86. Vacations & Wellness with Travelive!

President of Travelive, Mina Agnos, shares a wealth of travel trends so you can destress and recharge. 

Mina Agnos

Today's Lexi: 

Ταξίδι — Taxidi (Travel)

In Today’s Episode:

President of Travelive, an award-winning virtuoso travel management company, Mina Agnos, joins Kefi L!fe with expert information on travel to Greece, Italy and Croatia all in the name of your well-being!  

Studies show that taking a vacation can reduce your stress level and provide time and activity to recharge your mental health.  Well then, it’s time to start meaningfully plan your destination.  

Today, Mina Agnos, a well-traveled and seasoned traveler guides you and me on how to select a vacation spot and why:

• Get to know the place you’re visiting your way. 

All of this and so much more with the lovely and lively Mina Agnos - top global travel agent!

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

For Today's Ola Kala Moment: Travel with new perspective. 

Resources:

Mina, an inveterate traveler is listed in Travel + Leisure's A-List of the World's Top Travel Agents and is one of Conde Nast Magazine's Top Travel Specialists. Her leadership and passion have been instrumental in the growth of Travelive, a company, in which personalized travel experiences are created based on guest preferences and expectations.

• www.travelive.com

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.

85. Nutrition and the Brain

The nutrition you consume will affect your brain and your life.  This episode looks at food and how you can eat for optimal living.

Stella Kalfas

Today's Lexi: 

Εγκέφαλος — Engéfalos (Brain)

In Today’s Episode:

President of the Greater Mental Health Association of Chicago, Stella Kalfas, returns to spotlight the value of proper nutrition to feed the brain.  What are some significant things to consider when attempting to live as vitally as possible.

Today we cover the spectrum from food sensitivity tests to hormone imbalances.  Medication has its place in the process of relief, but what about the side effects?  Also, are the foods you are eating affecting you negatively? 

Something I learned from Stella today is that parasites in our bodies create a vicious cycle of the wrong cravings.  Indeed, certain foods have parasites, which directly correlate to sugar and sugar cravings.  

We also learn about food and our bio individual heritage, the amount of time it takes to no longer crave sugar and genomes. 

Finally, it is up to you to create and live in an environment which nourishes you mentally, physically, and spiritually.

This episode on Nutrition and the Brain may inspire you to clean up your eating patterns for the sake of your brain and your body!

Today's Ola Kala Moment:

For Today's Ola Kala Moment: All is well when you stop scrolling and comparing the pictures on social media.

Resources:

• Mental Health Association of Greater Chicago (MHAGC)

Credits:

Music: Spiro Dussias

Vocals: Zabrina Hay

Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O’Leary

🫒 Purchase the finest, yummiest extra virgin olive oil from Kalamata, Greece at the Kefi Life Shop!🫒

Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast on your favorite podcast platform to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul!

Follow Kefi Life on Instagram (@kefilife365)!

For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness, connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils (my.doterra.com/kefilife).

This episode made possible in part by:

The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis —  Ranked #1

LTLawChicago.com

This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.