Have you ever thought about what's happening behind the scenes at a restaurant before your meal arrives at the table?

Even if you prioritize organic, local, or farm-to-table, there's another layer most of us aren't seeing. The hidden ingredient? Plastic.

Johanna Hellrigl, chef, restaurateur, and sustainability advocate is on a mission to reduce invisible plastic exposure inside restaurant kitchens, from packaging to storage to the everyday tools that touch your food long before it reaches your plate.

As Johanna shares, this isn't just an environmental health issue, it's also a human health issue. And as someone who believes food should be sourced, prepared, and enjoyed with love, she sees limiting plastic as part of that same commitment.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Where plastic is hiding in restaurant kitchens and why it matters for your health
• The specific conditions that make plastic exposure most harmful
• How to infuse your food with good energy, even at home
• One simple habit shift to reduce microplastics and chemical exposure
• Ways to dine out more consciously without losing the joy of it
• A powerful exercise to help you trust your intuition and take care of your health

This conversation will change the way you think about restaurant meals and give you the awareness and tools to enjoy eating out more intentionally.

Resources Mentioned:

Tiny Health Microbiome Test

Stainless steel blender container

Dr. Robynne Chutkan Gut Health Episode

The Plastic Detox

To-Go Cups

EWG Tap Water Database

Learn More about Johanna Hellrigl:

TEDx Talk: The Plastic You Eat

Website: amaresturant.bar

Instagram: @chefjohannahellrigl

Ama Instagram: @amarestaurant.bar

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We're living in a time where there's more information than ever about what's in our food, our products, and our homes…and instead of feeling empowered, it can be overwhelming, confusing, and even anxiety-inducing.

As the Chief Impact Officer at Ritual and author of the new book, Cleaning House, Lindsay Dahl believes that it's not about eliminating every possible exposure, but about becoming more informed and more intentional – without fear driving the process.

From decades of experience in environmental health, Lindsay shares a pragmatic approach to navigating a world filled with information and misinformation when it comes to chemical safety and reducing our everyday exposures.

She offers a refreshing perspective that moves away from fearmongering and toward informed, practical action.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to think about your home environment, room by room
• One simple thing you can do to support systemic change in environmental health
• Ways to reduce toxic exposure without trying to control everything
• What to know about supplement safety, sourcing, and transparency
• Why you can't shop your way to safety – and what to do instead

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by all the information or stuck in a punitive relationship with exercise, this episode will help you reframe movement in a more expansive and empowering way.

This is a conversation about nuance, trade-offs, and finding a more grounded, sustainable way to care for your health.

Resources Mentioned:

Ritual Supplements

EWG Verified

Learn More about Lindsay Dahl:

Cleaning House: The Fight to Rid Our Homes of Toxic Chemicals

Website: https://lindsaydahl.com/

Instagram: @Lindsay_Dahl

Substack: https://lindsaydahl.substack.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-dahl/

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Ever sit down to eat and realize you're distracted, rushing, or already thinking about the next thing instead of the food in front of you?

That's stress taking a seat at the table, and it's quietly impacting your digestion, your metabolism, and your ability to enjoy your food.

Even though I've been teaching and sharing about this for over a decade, I recently had a firsthand reminder of how stress can sneak into meals and have real consequences.

Stress can show up in many ways – from multitasking while eating, rushing from one thing to the next, overthinking food choices, or running through that constant inner dialogue about whether you're "doing it right."

The good news is that you can shift your physiology and get the most from your meals. I dive into simple and practical ways to move out of that stressed state so your body can "rest and digest", allowing your food to be more nourishing, satisfying, and energizing.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What stress does to your body while eating
• The subtle ways stress shows up at your table (that you might not even notice)
• How overthinking food choices and trying to optimize every bite can backfire
• The negative impact of multitasking while eating (and what to do instead)
• Simple shifts to support your nervous system and improve digestion

You'll feel empowered to leave stress behind and sit down to eat in a much more relaxed state of mind.

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Has movement become just another task on your to-do list? Get your steps in. Lift the weights. Stretch before bed.

But what if movement could be more than a box to tick. What if it could energize you, spark joy, and set you up for a better tomorrow?

Lara Heimann is a physical therapist, yoga teacher, movement educator, and founder of the LYT Method™, who helps thousands of people rethink what movement really means. Instead of seeing it as punishment or performance, she shows how it can help you understand your body, build a strong foundation, and support your energy, mindset, and daily life.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why pain is feedback and how to use it to move smarter
• How a strong foundation transforms everything you do physically and mentally
• Quick "movement snacks" that boost energy and focus in minutes
• Why novelty in movement literally grows your brain and keeps you engaged
• Simple strategies for stronger, healthier bones
• How curiosity and compassion turn movement into a feel-good practice

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by all the information or stuck in a punitive relationship with exercise, this episode will help you reframe movement in a more expansive and empowering way.

Learn More about Lara Heimann:

Website: practice.lytyoga.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lytyogamethod

Lara's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lara.heimann

Redefining Movement Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-movement/id1440053459

Get 5 weeks of The LYT Daily for $5 using code MOVEBETTER: lytyoga.com

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The products you use every day – from makeup to skincare – don't just sit on your skin. They become part of your daily exposure, and understanding what's really in them can impact your health and overall wellbeing.

While clean beauty has been gaining attention, there are still important nuances beyond labels and marketing claims. This conversation goes deeper, giving you the clarity to make empowered choices every day.

Melanie Petschke, board-certified nurse practitioner and co-founder of Crunchi, is raising the bar for makeup and personal care products. With over 15 years of research into the health impacts of environmental toxins, she shares how beauty products can be safe, high-performing, and sustainable.

Melanie also breaks down how to cut through the noise, focus on what really matters, and take practical steps to reduce your toxic burden – without fear or overwhelm. In this episode, you'll learn:

• What "clean beauty 2.0" really means in 2026 and why it matters
• How to spot greenwashing and see past marketing claims
• Why some commonly misunderstood ingredients, like preservatives, are more nuanced than they seem
• The everyday exposures that make the biggest difference (hint: fragrance isn't so safe)
• A simple approach to reduce your body's cumulative toxic burden

This conversation is about raising standards, cutting through confusion, and giving you the clarity and confidence to care for yourself in ways that really matter.

Learn More about Melanie Petschke:

Website: www.crunchi.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crunchicollection/

Melanie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melaniepetschke/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crunchicollection

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What if one tiny thread could lift your mood, support your skin, and help your nervous system feel more balanced? Most of us are familiar with saffron but have no idea that it has numerous benefits that we can tap into right away!

Hanna Mehrabani, Earth scientist, skincare alchemist, and founder of Seeb Organics, shares why saffron is so much more than a luxury spice. She explains how this ancient ingredient has been prized for generations and what modern science shows about its benefits from emotional wellbeing to skin health.

Hanna explores her entire saffron ritual and dives into how to integrate it into a daily routine so that you can feel calm and steady from morning until night. And the best part? A little goes a long way!

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How ancient wisdom can be applied to modern living
• Ways to tap into the healing powers of saffron and rose
• A simple method to make mood-boosting lattes
• Why a healthy gut is essential to reap all the benefits of saffron
• How to use saffron proactively to support your nervous system

This conversation will have you thinking about saffron in a whole new way. It's no longer just a spice but a powerful ingredient to support your mood, skin, and nervous system too.

Resources Mentioned: Dr. Amen Article

Learn More about Hanna Mehrabani:

Website: Seeb OrganicsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seeborganics/

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We talk a lot about weight. We talk a lot about health. But rarely do we talk about them together – even though they're deeply connected. The concept of weight health looks at the bigger picture: hormones, habits, and your body as a whole, rather than separate parts.

Ashley Koff, a leading voice in personalized nutrition and author of the newly released book Your Best Shot, brings decades of experience helping people decode how their bodies actually work. She combines science, practical tools, and compassionate guidance to show how to tune into your hunger cues and build a personalized approach to weight health – whether you use GLP-1 medications or not.

As the founder of The Better Nutrition Program, Ashley explains how traditional methods and diet culture messaging can be harmful and shares a better way to reclaim trust in your body so you can feel your best.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How hormones like GLP-1, GIP, PYY, and CCK influence appetite, cravings, and weight
• Simple ways to optimize your weight health for lasting results
• The truth about GLP-1 medications and how they fit into a larger toolkit
• Experiments and mindset shifts to help you trust your body
• Tips for navigating triggering diet culture messaging
• Ashley's "better, not perfect" philosophy and why joy matters

This conversation offers a fresh lens to understand your body, make informed choices, and filter out the noise that doesn't serve you.

Resources Mentioned:

The Biology of Trauma and the Path to Healing (Episode) Learn More about Ashley Koff:

Book: Your Best Shot

Website: The Better Nutrition Program

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleykoffapproved/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleykoffapproved

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Every year, wellness trends seem to come at us faster and louder. Something goes viral, everyone's talking about it, and suddenly it feels like you're behind if you're not doing it too.

In this solo episode, I've selected nine key trends that I've personally explored or that align closely with my expertise in mind-body nutrition and eating psychology. These are all ways that could make a real difference in your year… and your life.

While we all have different needs, I offer my perspective on what might be worth exploring, what can be adapted, and what you can skip without guilt or feeling left out.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The new way to travel that feels like an intentional reset
• A fun, creative, slightly nostalgic approach to digital boundaries
• Rituals to bring the cafe into your own kitchen
• What Pinterest has named the hottest vegetable of the year (shocker!)
• The biggest focus for women's health (finally!)
• The lowdown on GLP-1s and how to navigate the conversation
• The hidden benefits to spend more time with your besties

Take what resonates and leave the rest. Find what supports you, in ways that are sustainable, joyful, and actually make life better.

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Ever feel like life is moving so fast you barely notice your own needs? You're showing up for everyone else, checking boxes, and doing what's expected… but somewhere along the way, you stopped showing up for yourself.

It's not because you don't care. It's because life is loud. Responsibilities pile up. And our culture rewards being busy and self-sacrificing, especially for women, caregivers, and anyone who's used to holding everything together.

In this solo episode, I share a simple, sustainable 3-pillar method to take back your power and finally make your health and yourself a priority – without overwhelm, guilt, or an overly rigid routine.I You'll learn:

• A clear way to recognize when you're living on autopilot
• How to respect your energy instead of pushing through
• Nourishing practices that support your mind and body
• Simple ways to regulate your nervous system and restore balance
• A grounded method to help you consistently show up for yourself

This framework will empower you to support your health, honor your needs, and reconnect with what makes you feel alive.

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Have you ever moved through your day on autopilot – checking boxes, getting things done, but barely feeling present? Spending too much time in your head can leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, and out of sync with what brings you joy.

Dr. Caitlin Hoops is a physician and hula-hoop artist who believes that flow state is the gateway to presence, focus, and calm. She first experienced being in flow while hula hooping, and it completely changed every aspect of her life. Now she teaches others how to access that same energy in their everyday lives so they can get out of their heads, reconnect with their bodies, and feel fully alive.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What flow state really feels like in your body
• How being in flow positively impacts your stress hormones and wellbeing
• Why multitasking pulls you out of presence – and what to do instead
• Simple practices to become clearer, calmer, and more aligned
• How to reconnect with joy (and play) and invite more of it into your life

You'll feel inspired to find your flow state, shift out of autopilot, and follow your true joy – hula hoop optional!

Resources Mentioned: Astral Hoops Hoopologie

Learn More about Dr. Caitlin Hoops:

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