Setting up and decorating your Christmas tree every year is a lot of work. So opting for artificial trees instead is a time saver. Not to mention, a fake tree can end up saving you quite a bit of money if you use it year after year. But, are artificial Christmas trees safe to have in your home? The short answer is no. And I'll explain why. You'll probably be surprised by my stance in the real versus fake tree debate, so you're definitely not going to want to miss this one.

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Being an entrepreneur of any kind means you're going to have to get used to hearing no. However, if you make persistence part of your DNA, those big no's will eventually lead to a giant yes that could change your life.

Doug Evans, a plant-based entrepreneur, has had his share of both failure and success. But today, he's a bit obsessed with sprouts. His book, The Sprout Book, details how you can grow nature's perfect food in your own kitchen with minimal supplies.

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The area of skin you're wiping with toilet paper is some of the most sensitive on your body. And are you really cleaning your butt? Or doing more harm than good?

Toilet paper is not only rough on the sensitive skin down there, but it doesn't even clean very well! Not only does toilet paper leave you with a dirty bum, but it's also terrible for the environment. Learn all about the pitfalls of toilet paper and what you can use instead.

|| Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/toilet-paper-fatal-conveniences/

There's no doubt that adopting a plant-based diet is amazing for your health. But plants aren't just good for the human body, they can also improve the health of our planet. We all need to explore this concept further.

Simon Hill, nutritionist and host of the Plant Proof podcast has been sifting through the scientific research for years. He's got some great takes on how we can all shift our mindset to appreciate the potential powers of plants.

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It's important to remember that everything you put on your body, goes in your body. So when you're slathering that store-bought lotion all over your skin, do you know what you're really moisturizing with?

In this episode, I'll break down the harmful lotion ingredient categories: parabens, fragrances and mineral oil. And I'll give you some natural plant-based alternatives to use instead.

|| LINKS | Full Show Notes & Research - https://darinolien.com/lotion-fatal-conveniences/

What is regeneration?

It's a radical new approach to the climate crisis, yes. But it also can be applied within. Regeneration is all about renewing your approach to living- for yourself, your community and the planet.

Paul Hawken, climate activist and environmentalist, has literally written the book on Regeneration. And in this episode he explains the concept, and how it can be applied both in your own life, and in your community.

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A social drinker is defined as someone who regularly drinks alcohol in social settings, but doesn't usually drink otherwise. However, heavy drinking, even when done occasionally, can quickly spiral out of control into addiction. This one is not coming from a place of judgment. My biggest issue with alcohol is that it's often used as a coping mechanism to avoid underlying issues. I want you to be healthy, happy and not need any kind of addictive substance to have a good time. Take a minute, and hear me out.

|| LINKS | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-social-drinking-rolling-the-dice-with-alcohol/

Is beauty really only skin deep? The truth is, there's another kind of beauty within us just waiting to be found. Awakening to your inner beauty doesn't happen overnight. It can be a long, painful process. But the reward it brings is indescribable. World renowned supermodel Elle Macpherson experienced this first hand after becoming a mom. After entering rehab at age 40, she began the journey to look within for happiness and fulfillment. She now encourages others to do the same, with her company WelleCo.

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Optimizing your home to have the most energy-efficient options is always a good idea. And when it comes to light bulbs, the LED variety is the best eco-friendly choice due to the small amount of energy they use to run. In fact, LED bulbs are considered "the future of lighting" due to their efficiency, affordability and impressive lifespan.

However, we may be becoming a little too reliant on this type of artificial light. What are they doing to your eyes, your brain and your body?

|| LINKS | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-led-lights-keeping-you-awake/

No one sets out to become overweight. Sometimes obesity and sickness are consequences of circumstance. But once you know better, doing better is on you. It's no one's responsibility but your own to make better choices once the resources are available to you. John Lewis, wellness advocate and Bad Ass Vegan, sets out to enlighten viewers on social and food injustices in his documentary They're Trying to Kill Us. Because knowing the truth can empower people to make big changes, for us and the planet.

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