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#64 - The Good, The Bad, and The Monster: The Real Truth About Energy Drinks

Energy drinks are skyrocketing in popularity as people look to increase energy and sharpen mental alertness. Only second to multivitamins, energy drinks are the most popular dietary supplement consumed by American teens and young adults. In fact, about 1/3 of teens drink them regularly.

High amounts of caffeine and sugar (or sugar alternatives) are the key ingredients in energy drinks, along with other stimulants such as guarana, taurine, and L-carnitine. Energy drinks are a concern not because they contain sugar and caffeine, but because they have so much sugar and caffeine that they can cause short term and long term health problems. 

Join me today and I reveal the best and the worst energy drinks along with terrific alternatives to boost your energy while improving your health.

The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content. All listeners of this content, especially those who are pregnant or taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program. The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast. And this content is not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or up to date.

# 63 - Wired and Tired? Key Signs You Have Adrenal Fatigue and What to Do About It.

Adrenal Fatigue is a common condition caused by chronic stress. You don’t feel right, but everything checks out, and you’re told it’s just a sign of aging. Being under stress all the time, even low-grade stress, leads to burnout and poor resiliency. Listen in today to find out what you need to do to reclaim your energy and get your health back on track.

The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content. All listeners of this content, especially those who are pregnant or taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program. The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast. And this content is not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or up to date.

# 62 - 4 Simple Hacks to Ignite Your Energy, Renew Your Mitochondria, And Eliminate Toxins 

We don’t often think about our mitochondrial health and how it affects our energy levels, let alone the toll that daily exposure to heavy metals takes on these little powerhouses. Believe it or not, we’re exposed to heavy metals from countless sources everyday. And those metals end up getting stored on our cells, tissues, and organs where they continue to wreak havoc on our health.

If you’re chronically exhausted and run-down, in spite of taking good care of health, then today’s episode is for you. Join in to learn simple ways to reduce your exposure to these energy-robbing metals along with a smoothie for easily removing stored metals from your body. 

*https://www.medicalmedium.com/blog/heavy-metal-detox-smoothie

*https://www.amazon.com/Oceans-Balance-Smoothie-Blueberry-Spirulina/dp/B0BNNZPDGZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=OP20L85H0LX1&keywords=heavy+metal+smoothie&qid=1690814071&sprefix=heavy+metal+smoothie%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1

*The instructions for both smoothies recommend blending with 2 bananas and orange juice, which is a lot of natural sugar at one time. I prefer mixing with pure coconut water, a handful of wild blueberries, and cilantro.

The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content. All listeners of this content, especially those who are pregnant or taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program. The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast. And this content is not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or up to date.

Welcome to Season 2!!

#61 - Top Toxins That Wreck Your Hormones and How to Avoid Them

Let’s face it, your wellness depends on hormonal balance. When your hormones are out of balance, your entire health can suffer, including your weight, mood, bone density, muscle mass, how quickly you age, and more. 

With all of the chemicals in today’s environment, you are always being bombarded with toxins that have a bulls-eye on your hormones, whether through your food, water, or air.

Some of the most common toxins we take in are heavy metals. Heavy metals sabotage your health and hormones in very specific ways, and what’s worse, they’re sneaky. You don’t even know they’ve gotten into your organs and glands and now they’re wreaking havoc on your wellbeing. Join me today as I talk about the most common heavy metals we're exposed to, what they’re doing to your hormones, and what to do about it. 

The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content. All listeners of this content, especially those who are pregnant or taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program. The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast.

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#60 - Does Juicing Really Make a Difference in Your Health? Interview With Naomi Hoppel, Founder and Owner of Pittsburgh Juice Company and Vibrant Sunshine Juicery Cafe

You may have heard that juicing is amazing for you - that it’s the ideal way to reset your health, add nutrients and enzymes to your diet, and help your body naturally rid itself of toxins. 

Because it’s highly alkaline, incredibly nutritious, delicious, and full of vitamins and minerals, juicing can be an ideal supplement to your diet.

Enter Naomi Hoppel, former Peace Corps Volunteer to Peru with degrees in architecture and a fascinating background. Naomi is Pittsburgh Juice Company’s founder and owner, where their juices are prepared daily and are absolutely amazing. What’s more, they’re opening a great new location, Vibrant Sunshine Juicery Cafe, in Aspinwall that will have an incredible menu including adaptogenic lattes. Join me today to learn about juicing and enjoy a delightful interview with Naomi. 

https://pittsburghjuicecompany.com/

https://pittsburghjuicecompany.com/collections/vibrant-sunshine

https://www.instagram.com/pittsburghjuice/

https://www.instagram.com/vibrantsunshinecafe/

https://www.instagram.com/greenjuiceandyoga/

The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content. All listeners of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program. The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast. 

# 59 - The Weedkiller RoundUp Hiding in Your Food? How to Avoid It's Risk to Gut Problems, Inflammation, and Even Cancer

About 30 years ago, Genetically Modified Foods (GMOs) came with the promise that they would solve world hunger and use fewer pesticides and herbicides. Did they live up to their promise?

Nope. Not only have GMOs not increased crop yields or decreased pesticides and herbicide use, but they’ve been shown to have created super-weeds and super-pests, which actually has led to higher amounts of herbicides like Roundup on our foods. 

The increased use of herbicides and pesticides has been linked to increased digestive disorders, neurological problems, inflammation, and cancer. Not to mention serious problems to farming communities, wildlife, and our food quality as these toxins leach into the fields, ground water and food.

If 64 other countries label GMOs for consumers to make the choice, why hasn’t the U.S.? Bottom line: Money. Why should you care? 

Listen today to find out why you want to avoid these poisons at all costs and what alternatives you can choose at the grocery store.

The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content. All listeners of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program. The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast. 

# 58 - Is Relationship Stress Wrecking Your Health? If So, How to Fix It - Interview with Denise Carron from True Love Makeover

Did you know that relational stress and toxic relationships can show up as real, physical health problems? Exhaustion, joint pain, digestive disorders, headaches, mood imbalances, poor immunity - these all can be brought on by the severe stress of relational problems.

If you’re dealing with health effects related to relationship challenges, listen in today as I talk with Denise Carron about healing from toxic relationships and relational stress, while caring for yourself in the meantime. 

https://www.youtube.com/@TrueLoveMakeover

https://www.instagram.com/truelovemakeover/

https://www.truelovemakeover.com

https://calendly.com/truelovemakeover/claritycall

#57 - Looking To Improve Energy Levels, Anti-Aging, Brain And Heart Health? Coq10 May Be Just What You’ve Been Missing.

Popular medications such as statins, beta-blockers, and tricyclic antidepressants have been shown to deplete CoQ10, leading to potential health risks. In addition, we make less and less CoQ10 as we age. So, should we all be taking it at some point?

Supplementation is a highly personal thing, and just because CoQ10 is right for many people may or may not mean it’s right for you. So how do you know if you should add this supplement to your routine? Join me today to find out whether you may benefit from it, and if it’s time to talk with your healthcare provider about CoQ10. 

The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content. All listeners of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program. The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast. 

#56 - Coffee and Your Health: It’s More than What You Think. Interview with TJ Fairchild, Founder Commonplace Coffeehouse

Coffee, it's the cherished cup of joy for many. It’s the kickstart for millions of people each day, helping to fire up focus and boost energy. In addition to getting your metabolism fire burning, coffee has been shown to potentially lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, help with weight management, improve your mood, and increase longevity. 

 Even more, a cup of coffee or tea shared with a friend or loved one can promote feelings of belonging, connection, and joy - which is exactly what I unpack today with my dear friend, TJ Fairchild, Founder of Commonplace Coffeehouse. 

Grab your favorite cup and join us as we discuss the mission behind Commonplace Coffeehouse, its amazing 20 year journey, and what has made Commonplace undeniably iconic...and of course, coffee! This is a must-listen interview!

https://commonplacecoffee.com/

https://www.instagram.com/commonplacecoffee/

https://www.facebook.com/commonplacecoffee/

https://www.instagram.com/tj_fairchild/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpQftNgsaVA - Undercover Billionaire: Comeback City - Big Pivot, Big Profit 

#55 - Not Your Momma's Mushrooms. Why Functional Mushrooms Are The Latest Hot Trend.

What’s all the buzz about super popular medicinal mushrooms? Do they actually do work or is it mainly a marketing tactic to sell more of the latest fad? And how do you know which ones are best for you?

You may either love or hate mushrooms in your food, but I promise these medicinal mushrooms are NOTHING like the mushrooms you’ll find on pizza. Today I’m going to give you the full scoop on why you want to get to know these mushrooms and how you can add them to your current health and wellness practices.  

I’m talking brain sharpeners, energy boosters, immune strengtheners, and anti-aging secret weapons. Each mushroom has its own special superpowers. Join me today as I give you the low-down on these powerhouse fungi.

https://us.fullscript.com/protocols/lisasmithiwc-functional-mushroom-drink-mixes

The primary purpose of The Pretty Well Podcast being to educate. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice nor to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. By listening to this content, you agree to consult your own physician or qualified health professional regarding specific health questions. Neither Lisa Smith, The Pretty Well Podcast, nor any guest takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons following the information in this educational content.  

All listeners of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement, or lifestyle program.

The Pretty Well Podcast is for private non-commercial use and our guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or company that they work for. In addition, opinions of interview guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Lisa Smith and/or The Pretty Well Podcast.