Sandor Katz is a NY Times bestselling author of the books Wild Fermentation and The Art of Fermentation. Among his loyal fans is renowned food writer Michael Pollan, who has referenced Sandor in his own books, and has turned to him as a fermentation teacher.

From my apartment in Manhattan, I spoke to Sandor via Skype while he was at his farm in rural Tennessee. I hope this podcast inspires you to consider fermented foods to enrich your gut flora. Sandor simplifies how to get started, including tips on making your own fermented vegetables. Listen to practical wisdom from this fermentation guru--a kind, humble, and fascinating cultural icon. It will reframe bacteria as a tool that can boost immunity, resilient health, and healing.

Highlights of what this episode covers are below.

• The dangers & precautionary measures one should be aware of when fermenting
• What to do with mold
• The difference between pickling vs. fermenting, and health benefits of each
• Various cultural practices of fermentation from around the globe
• Probiotics vs fermentation, and whether probiotics are worth the money
• Fermentation basics: what kind of salt, water, & vegetables should I use? How much of each? How long do I wait? Etc.
• and so, so much more.

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Alaknanda Nabar of Family of Light Holistic Center shares her incredible story of treating and healing her son's autism through a radical holistic approach. This episode asks the questions many of us have around essential oils, and can empower you with an overview of, and introduction into, how to responsibly incorporate this powerful medicine into your lives for better health. 

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Mother of three and founder of Organique, a cutting-edge, completely organic mattress company based out of California, Kristen Rannala provides a healthier mattress 101 overview. 

Sophia and Kristen talk about how your health might be impacted by conventional mattresses' off-gassing of toxicants like chlorine, formaldehyde, heavy metals, pesticides, phthalates, and VOC's. You will learn simple steps to improve your night's sleep. 

Also learn what this health-conscious mother of three feeds HER children for breakfast. There are inspirations galore!

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In this episode, host Sophia Ruan Gushée sits down with Matthew Waletzke (Environmental Consultant) to learn about concerns over excessive EMF exposures, and how we can gain clarity, wellbeing, and restorative sleep through reducing our EMF exposures in a few simple steps. 

Sophia sits down with Ashley S. Cooke & Eden Connelly--early members of the Practical Nontoxic Living team. They discuss how learning about toxic chemicals, heavy metals, and man-made EMFs in our environment has enhanced their lives.