The Body Wisdom Podcast

In this episode of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, host Jamie Belz, FNTP, MHC sits down with fellow FNTP and NTA educator Hallie Loy-Roby for a practical, honest conversation about building real, sustainable meal-planning habits that support foundational health for overall wellbeing.

Hallie Loy-Roby is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, course developer, and Assistant Instructor with the Nutritional Therapy Association. Through her practice, Holistically Hallie, she helps clients understand digestion, blood sugar regulation, and liver and gallbladder function with a clear, evidence-informed approach rooted in real food and bio-individuality. She's known for blending science, practicality, and grounded encouragement in a way that helps people take meaningful action without perfectionism or overwhelm.

Together, Jamie and Hallie unpack what meal planning looks like in real life—without the pressure, elaborate systems, or unrealistic expectations that so often derail people. They explore the power of consistency, how to build nutrient-dense meals from simple ingredients, and how intentional planning reduces stress, supports digestion, stabilizes blood sugar, and frees up mental energy.

Topics Covered:

• Beginning meal planning when you feel disorganized or stretched thin

• Creating balanced meals using protein, whole-food carbohydrates, fiber, and healthy fats

• Increasing color and diversity on the plate for improved digestion and nutrient density

• Using leftovers, ingredient prep, and theme nights to simplify the week

• Supporting picky eaters or adults who were never exposed to real vegetables growing up

• Identifying early signs of blood sugar issues or digestive stress

• Using tools—from sticky notes to AI—to make real food easier

• Building a kitchen rhythm that aligns with the Foundations of Nutritional Therapy

The conversation is steady, grounded, and refreshingly doable. Jamie and Hallie bring clarity to a topic that often feels overcomplicated, reminding listeners that small steps—done consistently—are what shift energy, digestion, mood, and long-term health.

Resources Mentioned:

• Nutritional Therapy Association (NTA)

• Episode 66: SIBO Symptoms and Solutions

• Episode 6: The Dr. Francis M Pottenger Episode

• Episode 69: The Dr. Weston A Price Episode

• Episode 46: Wellness 101

• Episode 60: Super Foods, Super Kids

• Episode 4: Bio-Individuality

• Episode 11: Digestive Hell (Learn DIGESTION from the NTA's founder, Gray Graham)

• Episode 10: Optimal Wellness Starts Here (How DIGESTION is supposed to work!)

• BOOK: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon

• FOUNDATIONS OF HEALING COURSE FROM THE NTA

Explore more from Hallie at:

https://www.nourishtherootcause.com

https://www.instagram.com/holistically.hallie/

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In this episode of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, you'll learn who Dr. Weston A. Price was and what his groundbreaking research revealed about the connection between diet, physical health, and human flourishing. Dr. Price's global studies in the early 1900s showed that traditional, nutrient-dense, properly prepared foods produced strong, joyful, disease-resistant people — while modern, processed diets led to degeneration within a single generation.

Host Jamie Belz, FNTP, MHC explains how the Weston A. Price Foundation (WAPF) continues Dr. Price's mission today by helping people live healthier, more holistic lives. Through education, community, and advocacy, WAPF promotes ancestral wisdom — from properly prepared, nutrient-dense foods to lifestyle practices that support balance, vitality, and lifelong wellness.

Then, Jamie welcomes fellow FNTP, Allison Mädl, who recently returned from the WAPF's Wise Traditions Conference in Salt Lake City. Together, they unpack the insights, research, and reflections she brought back — from nourishing, gourmet meals to saturated fat science, circadian rhythm optimization, fermentation, regenerative farming, and the revival of real-food education in schools.

Key Takeaways

• The Legacy of Dr. Weston A. Price and how ancestral diets rich in fat-soluble vitamins, minerals, and enzymes built the foundation for strong bodies and resilient minds.

• Food Quality Determines Health Quality Properly prepared, nutrient-dense, locally sourced, whole foods — raw dairy, pastured meats, fermented vegetables, soaked grains, and healthy animal fats — remain the cornerstone of wellness. Nutrient density naturally balances appetite, stabilizes blood sugar, and sustains energy.

• Saturated Fats vs. Seed Oils: A Paradigm Shift Modern science is re-evaluating decades of misguided advice. Evidence now shows that natural saturated fats support longevity and hormone health, while industrial seed oils are unstable, oxidizing fats that accelerate inflammation and cellular damage.

• Cholesterol is Not the Enemy Dietary cholesterol doesn't raise blood cholesterol levels — high carbohydrate intake and metabolic dysfunction do. Cholesterol is essential for hormone production, cell membrane integrity, vitamin D synthesis, and more!.

• Light, Sleep, and Longevity Circadian rhythm is a biological foundation of health. Morning sunlight exposure, reduced nighttime blue light, and true darkness during sleep optimize melatonin production and activity, support mitochondrial function, and slow aging at the cellular level.

• Fermentation and the Microbiome Traditional ferments like kefir, kombucha, and natto restore microbial diversity and digestive resilience. Start small, vary your sources, and pay attention to how your body responds — real food is the most affordable and effective probiotic.

• From Soil to Sovereignty Regenerative agriculture proves that nutrient-dense food starts with healthy soil. Farmers using organic and rotational methods see higher yields, stronger crops, and better economics without chemical dependency — improving both land and lives.

• Real-Food Education Changes Generations Teaching knife skills, broth-making, and gardening in schools reconnects children with the source of their food. These skills build confidence, reduce dependence on processed food, and restore a sense of value and purpose in young people.

• Community Nourishes as Much as Food The Wise Traditions Conference exemplifies what happens when like-minded people gather around shared values of health, freedom, and stewardship. The table becomes a place of healing — for body, mind, and spirit.

About Our Guest — Allison Mädl, FNTP

Allison graduated as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner in 2014 and has served the NTA in various roles ever since. She is currently a Lead Instructor and Senior On-Demand Program Developer for the Nutritional Therapy Association and runs a private practice in North Idaho, where she works with clients both in the U.S. and abroad. She combines her passion for teaching and nutrition to help individuals rediscover what it means to eat, live, and thrive in alignment with their bio-individual design.

Resources Mentioned

• Weston A. Price Foundation (WAPF) — education, research, and advocacy for traditional diets

• Wise Traditions Conference — Find the program, menus, recordings, and further information about this year's event. Also - sign up to receive updates on next year's event in Washington, DC, October 16–18, 2026

• Nutritional Therapy Association (NTA)

• BOOK: The Big Fat Surprise by Nina Teicholz — the research behind rethinking fats and oils

• Episode 41: Sally Fallon Morell (Founding President of the Weston A Price Foundation)

• Episode 6: The Dr. Francis M Pottenger Episode

• Episode 66: SIBO Symptoms and Solutions

• Episode 49: Seed Oils and Sunburn

• Episode 39: Quick Tips to Boost Your Mineral Intake (With Allison Mädl)

• Episode 38: Graying Hair, Cramps, and Cognition - Are You Missing Minerals? (With Allison Mädl)

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In this episode of the Nutritional Therapy & Wellness Podcast, Jamie Belz sits down with Evitta and Danielle Morrow, the mother-daughter team behind Common Sense Herbal Products in Torrance, California. For over 40 years, their family has carried on the legacy of founder Tim Morrow—Evitta's late husband and Danielle's father—teaching that true health begins with simplicity, clean living, and proper elimination.

Together, they explore why constipation is more than discomfort——it can be the crux that blocks whole-body healing. They unpack practical, common-sense strategies to restore digestion, improve elimination, and use herbs simply and safely. They cover bio-individuality, quality control in supplements, colon health as a catalyst for hormonal balance, and why hydration, fiber, and movement matter more than fads. If you've wondered how to start with herbs, which products support elimination first, or how to vet a brand's manufacturing practices, this one's for you.

Topics discussed:

• What is an herb?

• Practical, common-sense strategies to restore digestion, improve elimination, and use herbs simply and safely

• Why elimination (pooping) must happen before restoration can begin

• The connection between colon health, detoxification, and whole-body healing

• How herbs support natural detoxification and gut balance

• Foundational fixes for constipation: hydration, mineral balance, fiber from whole foods, gentle movement, and herbals

• The impact of processed foods, chemicals, and stress on the digestive tract

• Mucus and "sticky foods": what actually promotes gut irritation vs. normal protective mucus

• Common misconceptions about "normal" bowel habits

• Simple, non-invasive ways to support the body's natural cleansing systems

• Colon health and hormones: how sluggish elimination can aggravate estrogen recirculation

• Bio-individuality and "carefully selected carbs": distinguishing phytonutrient-rich plants from dopamine-hit processed carbs

• Foundational steps to improve digestion, hydration, and nutrient absorption

• Getting started with herbs: when combinations make adherence easier than single herbs

• Pregnancy and herbs: caution, common sense, and working with a trusted clinician

• Grocery store realities: preservatives, shelf life, and how to read food quality through a traditional-foods lens

• How Common Sense Herbal Products maintains quality and integrity after four decades in business

• A 40-year legacy: Common Sense Herbal Products' story, philosophy, and favorite starter formulas

Founder, husband, and father, Tim Morrow often said, "Growing old does not make us sick—it's growing sick that makes us old."

Whether you're a practitioner, a wellness advocate, or simply seeking the root cause of lingering fatigue, inflammation, or hormonal imbalance, this episode offers a clear starting point: healing begins in the gut.

Connect with Evitta and Danielle Morrow and Common Sense Products:

Phone: ( 310) 320-0628

Address: 377 Venice Avenue Suite 1201, Torrance, CA

commonsenseherbs.com

facebook.com/CommonSenseProducts

instagram.com/commonsenseproducts

tiktok.com/@commonsenseproducts

Discount code shared in-episode: NTA15 for 15% off

Additional Resources:

• Episode 010: Optimal Wellness Starts Here (DIGESTION!!! - LISTEN TO THIS!)

• Episode 011: Digestive Hell (When Digestion Goes Wrong)

• Episode 023: The Poop Episode

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In this episode of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, host Jamie Belz, FNTP, MHC sits down with Kristin Rowell, JD, FNTP, PHWC—former trial lawyer, marathon runner, and professional bodybuilder turned Functional Nutrition Coach, Energetic Healer, and Spiritual Advisor to executives, professionals, and other high-performing humans. Kristin is the founder of Energetically Efficient and co-owner of Discover Strength Nashville, where she helps clients align their physiology and frequency to live with power, clarity, and purpose.

Together, Jamie and Kristin take an unfiltered look at alcohol, health, and consciousness—from the cultural normalization of drinking to the biological, emotional, and spiritual toll it quietly takes. They explore:

• How alcohol impacts each of the Foundations of Health—digestion, blood sugar regulation, nutrient density, sleep, stress, movement, and hydration..

• Why your liver halts everything to process alcohol first—and what that means for fat metabolism, detoxification, and hormonal balance.

• How alcohol damages gut integrity and microbiome diversity, disrupts circadian rhythm, and amplifies inflammation in the brain and body.

• The truth about how alcohol interacts with stress chemistry, depletes key nutrients like B vitamins and zinc, and sabotages recovery and muscle repair.

• The emotional and energetic dimension—how alcohol lowers vibration, clouds intuition, and distances us from spiritual clarity and self-trust.

• Why the "Sober Curious Movement" isn't about restriction or perfection—it's about awareness, agency, and living more fully alive.

Spoiler alert: Both Jamie and Kristin have come to the same realization—alcohol no longer serves them. This isn't an episode about how to cure hangovers or find a cleaner cocktail. It's an invitation to step back, get curious, and truly see what alcohol might be doing to your body, your foundations of health, and your life.

If you've ever wondered what's on the other side of "normal drinking," or how to live with more energy, alignment, and clarity—this honest, science-backed, and spirit-filled conversation will meet you there

Resources Mentioned:

• Kristin's Podcast - "Alcohol and The Body" on The Energetically Efficient Show

• The Huberman Lab Podcast (alcohol)

• BOOK: "Breath" by James Nestor

• Episode 66: SIBO Symptoms and Solutions

• Distraction Detox Series:

• Ep 51: Death By Distraction - Rewire Your Rhythms, Restore Your Health

• Ep 52: The Hidden Health Cost of Distraction

• Ep 55: Distraction Detox - Dizzy Busy and Dying Inside

• Ep 56: Distraction Detox - Cluttered Spaces, Cluttered Brains

• Ep 57: Distraction Detox - THE MONSTER (Jamie's Favorite)

• Ep 58: Distraction Detox - Live Immediately

• Episode 46: Wellness 101 - A Common Sense Approach

• Episode 31: Cold Turkey - From Overwhelmed to Unstoppable

• Episode 29: Quick Tips for Blood Sugar Regulation

• Episode 28: Blood Sugar 101 - Hope for Reversing Pre- and Type II Diabetes

• Episode 24: The Challenge of Leading Yourself

• Episode 21: STRESS!!! How It Impacts Your Brain and Body

• Episode 19: Habit Stacking and Biohacking (WITH KRISTIN!)

• Episode 4: Bio-Individuality - A Freedom You've Never Known

• Episode 3: The MIssing Piece - From Mom to MD

• Episode 2: Reverse the Trend of Preventable Poor Health

• Episode 1 The Nutritional Therapy Association

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Struggling with bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, or "food baby" bloat after meals has become so common it's considered "normal." In this episode of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, host Jamie Belz, FNTP, MHC, sits down with Dr. Arland Hill, DC, MPH, DACBN—Director of Clinical Education at Biotics Research and a 25-year leader in functional medicine—to demystify SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth). You'll learn what SIBO is, why it keeps relapsing, and how a root-cause, functional approach can calm symptoms and restore, not just gut health, but overall vitality, for the long haul.

They cover the classic SIBO symptoms (bloating, abdominal pain, gas, constipation/diarrhea), how gut inflammation fuels brain inflammation (the gut–brain axis), and why quick fixes—like "nuking" the microbiome or leaning on a low-FODMAP diet—often miss the mark. Dr. Hill explains the body's three antimicrobial digestive secretions—stomach acid, pancreatic enzymes, and bile—plus motility and stress regulation, and how a phased strategy (reduce overgrowth → rebuild defenses → replete what SIBO depleted) can break the relapse cycle. They also discuss targeted probiotics (including Saccharomyces boulardii), when botanicals or antibiotics like rifaximin enter the picture, and why "just eating real, nutrient-dense food" and how you eat (meal spacing, slow, mindful chewing) can be as powerful as what you eat.

Whether you've tried "everything" or you're just starting to connect the dots, this conversation gives you a practical roadmap to move beyond masking symptoms and start building foundations.

What you'll learn

• SIBO 101: definition, symptoms, and why it's so common

• The gut–brain connection: how stress and inflammation impact motility & mood

• Why long-term low-FODMAP isn't a SIBO solution

• The role of acid, enzymes, and bile in controlling overgrowth

• Relapse prevention: phased protocols, motility support, and targeted probiotics

• Real-food nutrition, meal timing, and simple lifestyle upgrades that help

Additional Resources:

Ep 11: Digestive Hell (Learn DIGESTION from the NTA's founder, Gray Graham)

Bristol Stool Chart

NOTE: While we generally avoid direct affiliation/sales/commissions of products mentioned on the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, we've decided to make these SIBO kits available for purchase. In the spirit of full transparency, there will be a commission paid out to Jamie/The NTA if these items are purchased from Jamie's e-Store.

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These are the SIBO Kits Dr. Hill mentioned:

SIBO Kit Phase 1 (30-Day Program)

SIBO Kit Phase 2 (90-Day Program)

Saccharomyces boulardii

Common Sense Disclaimer: As always, consult your trusted medical practitioner.

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Many were feeling whiplash from the headlines about Tylenol, pregnancy, and health, so Episode 64 was born. Then, questions flooded in, prompting this follow-up episode of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, which covers the most common questions listeners asked. Join host Jamie Belz and fellow NTP Nolan Gleich in this foundations-first, bio-individuality-driven practitioner and parent advocate response to cut through the noise with practical, hopeful, and doable steps for real families.

You'll hear root-cause thinking (not "bandaid fixes"), how to build your "wellness web" of aligned practitioners, and simple daily changes that can make a meaningful difference.

This episode is encouraging and actionable—perfect for any parent who wants clarity and calm.

Questions answered:

• Tylenol & neurodevelopment: "How could acetaminophen be associated with neurodevelopmental concerns, and what might be happening biologically?"

• Glutathione support basics: "If acetaminophen depletes glutathione, what foundational supports (like NAC, vitamin C, selenium) are commonly discussed?"

• Folate forms, decoded: "What's the difference between folate, folic acid, L-methylfolate, and folinic acid?"

• Leucovorin & the FRAT test: "What is leucovorin and why do some clinicians use it in kids? What is the folate receptor autoantibody test (FRAT) and what does it screen for?"

• Prenatal picks: "Why do some parents look for prenatals with folate instead of folic acid?"

• Food-first options to support wellness: Plus sneaky ways to add organ meats to meals!

• Pregnancy comfort without Tylenol: "What are gentle ways to handle headaches, nausea, and body aches?

• Fever guidance for moms & kids: "When is comfort care enough, and what are simple hydration/electrolyte strategies that actually help?"

• Dyes & behavior: "Why do some families try an artificial-dye-free week (think Red 40, Yellow 5/6) and what swaps make it easy?"

• Building your support team: "How do I find practitioners aligned with a foundations-first approach and navigate conflicting advice with confidence?"

Why you'll love it

• Empowering, not scary: Zero doom. Just clear next steps you can try tonight.

• Bio-individuality first: We honor that every mom, every baby, every child is different.

• Foundations before fads: Sleep, minerals, protein, movement, and gentle supports you can actually sustain.

• Hope, front and center: Realistic, compassionate guidance for families in the thick of it.

Heads up: Nothing here is medical advice. Use this episode to spark empowered conversations with your trusted provider and tailor choices to your family.

• ⁠The Nutritional Therapy Association (NTA)⁠

• ⁠Free Resources from The NTA⁠

• ⁠NTA Health (Work with a practitioner through the NTA)⁠

• ⁠NTA Practitioner Directory (Find an NTP or PHWC in your area or online)⁠

• ⁠NTA Foundations of Healing Course⁠

• ⁠Become a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP)⁠

• ⁠Ep 4: Bio-Individuality⁠

• Ep⁠ 6: Pottenger's Cats⁠

• Ep⁠ 30: Generational Health⁠

• Ep ⁠37: Autism CAN Be Reversed –An Interview with Beth Lambert from Documenting Hope⁠

• Ep ⁠46: Wellness 101 – A Common Sense Start⁠

• ⁠Ep 64: Tylenol, Autism, and Bioindividuality⁠

• ⁠Documenting Hope⁠

• DH ⁠on Acetaminophen and The Autism Connection⁠

• DH ⁠on How Delayed Pediatric Developmental Milestones Are Being Normalized⁠

• DH ⁠on How to Reduce Inflammation Without NSAIDs⁠

• ⁠To Dye For Documentary⁠

• ⁠https://www.aninconvenientstudy.com⁠

• ⁠https://childrenshealthdefense.org⁠

• ⁠The Uncensored Bookstore⁠

• ⁠Book: Plaque: One Scientist's Intrepid Search for the Truth about Human Retroviruses and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Autism, and Other Diseases by Dr. Judy Mikovits⁠

• ⁠Book: The Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care by Sally Fallon Morell & Thomas S. Cowan⁠

• ⁠Book: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon⁠

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Can something actually be "proven safe" for everyone or does that go against what we know to be true about bioindividuality?

In this empowering episode of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, host Jamie Belz sits down with Nolan Gleich, NTP, Certified Fertility Awareness Educator, and Digital Marketing Strategist at the Nutritional Therapy Association, to unpack the headlines linking Tylenol (acetaminophen) to autism and explore what true health freedom really means.

Together, Jamie and Nolan zoom out from fear-based headlines to the bigger picture: how chronic illness, toxic load, and bioindividuality shape health outcomes, and why foundational, root cause wellness is the future of healthcare rather than quick, Bandaid fixes that only mask the symptoms of deeper, underlying issues.

Inside this episode, you'll discover:

• Why "proven safe" isn't a universal truth—and how bioindividuality challenges one-size-fits-all medicine

• The role of epigenetics, toxicity, nutrient deficiencies, and gut health in chronic illness and autism risk

• RFK's recent $50 million autism research initiative and what it could mean for families

• Practical, foundation-first alternatives for pain and fever support in pregnancy and childhood (hydration, digestion optimization, nutrient-dense foods, rest, immune support)

• How education empowers us to be confident and trustworthy advocates for our health

This conversation isn't about blame—it's about hope, empowerment, and solutions. Wherever your thoughts are regarding the Tylenol and autism topic, this episode will leave you inspired to trust your body's innate wisdom, learn more about the foundations of health, and embrace the freedom that comes with bioindividuality.

Tune in to learn, unlearn, and take back your power.

• The Nutritional Therapy Association (NTA)

• Free Resources from The NTA

• NTA Health (Work with a practitioner through the NTA)

• NTA Practitioner Directory (Find an NTP or PHWC in your area or online)

• NTA Foundations of Healing Course

• Become a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP)

• Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast – Episode 4: Bio-Individuality

• Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast – Episode 6: Pottenger's Cats

• Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast - Episode 30: Generational Health

• Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast - Episode 37: Autism CAN Be Reversed –An Interview with Beth Lambert from Documenting Hope

• Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast - Episode 46: Wellness 101 – A Common Sense Start

• Documenting Hope

• Documenting Hope on Acetaminophen and The Autism Connection

• Documenting Hope on How Delayed Pediatric Developmental Milestones Are Being Normalized

• Documenting Hope on How to Reduce Inflammation Without NSAIDs

• https://www.aninconvenientstudy.com

• https://childrenshealthdefense.org

• The Uncensored Bookstore

• Book: Plaque: One Scientist's Intrepid Search for the Truth about Human Retroviruses and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Autism, and Other Diseases by Dr. Judy Mikovits

• Book: The Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care by Sally Fallon Morell & Thomas S. Cowan

• Book: Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon

8 Questions to Ask Your Doctor:

1. How do you incorporate nutrition, lifestyle, and environmental factors alongside medication in your treatment plans? (Opens the door to see if they go beyond pharma-first thinking.)

2. Do you routinely check labs like vitamin D, B12, folate, homocysteine, magnesium, and toxin exposure — and adjust care based on those results? (Tests whether they practice data-driven personalization vs. generic labs only.)

3. What role do you see a nutrient-dense, whole-food diet (grass-fed meats, raw dairy, fermented foods, organ meats) playing in care and prevention? (Checks if they value ancestral, nutrient-dense foods vs. standard diet guidelines.)

4. How do you evaluate nutrient deficiencies like magnesium, CoQ10, or B vitamins — and do you personalize supplementation rather than giving one-size-fits-all protocols? (Probes for bioindividuality instead of cookie-cutter multivitamins.)

5. What strategies do you use to support gut health and the microbiome, given the gut–brain and gut–immune connections? (Determines whether they see digestion as foundational, not secondary.)

6. Do you consider sleep, stress, and daily rhythms essential in slowing disease progression — and do you give patients practical tools in these areas? (Filters out doctors who only talk prescriptions but never lifestyle.)

7. How do you evaluate medical research, drug safety, and patient autonomy — and are you open to discussing risks of polypharmacy, environmental toxins, or vaccine injury? (Tests whether they respect independent research and health freedom.)

8. Do you collaborate with other practitioners to provide whole-person care? (Reveals whether they value team-based, holistic healing.)

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What happens when we face the hard reality of childhood obesity with solutions-focused honesty, grace, and hope? In this episode, Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast host, Jamie Belz, jumps into the passenger seat and releases the reins as a guest on The Liberty Wellness Podcast, hosted by Rebecca Stewart.

Rebecca is a National Board-Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP), a homeschool mama of two, and the founder of Liberty Wellness & Co.—a virtual practice supporting clients through complex chronic illnesses like Lyme disease, Hashimoto's, and autoimmune conditions. She's also the creator of the Liberty Wellness Homeschool High School Health Curriculum, giving families a solid foundation for health education at home. Her heart for parents, children, and future generations shines through every word.

After listening to Episode 35 of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, Rebecca invited Jamie to be a guest on her platform for a real conversation to help parents and kids understand:

• The biology behind childhood obesity - why it's not just "baby fat" and how early patterns set lifelong health trajectories.

• Parental guilt, shame, and fear—how to forgive ourselves and look forward with positivity as we help heal our families.

• The impact of sugar, dopamine hits, screen time, and nutrient-deficient foods on kids' developing bodies.

• Why bio-individuality matters: every child is unique, and healing isn't one-size-fits-all.

• Generational cycles of health decline, including the eye-opening research of Dr. Francis Pottenger and the warnings of Dr. Weston A. Price nearly a century ago.

• How simple, doable changes—nutrient-dense meals, family modeling, stress reduction, and connection—can rewrite the story for our kids and grandkids.

• The powerful reminder that it's never too late to shift course, heal, and create meaningful change, redemption, and hope for healthier generations.

• ⁠Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon⁠

• ⁠Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast – Episode 35: Childhood Obesity⁠

• ⁠Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast – Episode 4: Bio-Individuality⁠

• ⁠Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast – Episode 6: Pottenger's Cats⁠

• ⁠Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast - Episode 30: Generational Health⁠

From Rebecca:

• Website: ⁠Liberty Wellness & Co.⁠

• Homeschool Health Curriculum: ⁠Liberty Wellness High School Health Course⁠

• Instagram + Facebook: ⁠@libertywellnessandco⁠

This episode is raw, informative, and filled with loving laughter. If you've wrestled with weight OR just the weight of parental guilt, take a breath, let the guilt go, and join us as we step into hope together.

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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

In Episode 61, we learned that blood sugar dysregulation is a compounding factor at the root of nearly every metabolic disease or condition. While the science behind that statement can get complicated, balancing blood sugar doesn't have to be. In this "Quick Tips" episode of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, Ashley Lawrence, NTP—your "Blood Sugar Bestie"— returns to share her top five blood sugar tips you can start using today.

Ashley is the founder of Magic and Wellness and a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner passionate about helping women finally crack the code on their energy, mood, and hormones by addressing blood sugar first. Her approach blends science, strategy, and sparkle—making healthy habits not only doable but actually fun.

In this episode:

• Protein-rich, savory breakfasts that stabilize energy, reduce cravings, and stop the 2:30 slump

• Why you should avoid eating naked carbs—and how to pair carbs with protein, fat, or fiber for steady glucose

• Simple movement after meals like squats and pushups during bathroom breaks or 15-minute power walks after meals

• How stress and poor sleep drive insulin resistance, plus practical hacks to calm cortisol and get better rest

• Why front-loading carbs earlier in the day improves sleep, energy, and overall metabolic health

They also get real about practical swaps—like leftovers for breakfast, smarter chip and chocolate choices, and even adding butter or flax to balance out carbs. Remember, it's not about perfection; it's about small, consistent upgrades that add up to lasting freedom.

If you've ever wondered how to fix fatigue, cravings, mood swings, or PCOS symptoms at their root, these simple steps are where to start for practical, real-life strategies to balance your blood sugar without the overwhelm.

Continue your blood sugar journey:

• Episode 46: Wellness 101 – A Common Sense Start

• Episode 28: Blood Sugar 101 — a deeper dive into the basics of glucose, insulin, and cravings.

• Episode 61: PCOS Root Cause - It's Blood Sugar, Not Just Hormones

Connect with Ashley:

• Instagram: @magicandwellness

• Website: magicandwellness.com

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Blood sugar impacts everything—your energy, your sleep, your hormones, your brain, your heart, your thyroid, EVERYTHING. Yet most of us only hear about it in the context of diabetes.

In this episode of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, host, Jamie Belz, and fellow NTP, Ashley Lawrence, open the curtain on the real story behind why blood sugar is often the hidden root behind symptoms like PCOS, anxiety, insomnia, weight struggles, and even long-term risks like cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's.

Ashley—known as the "Blood Sugar Bestie"—shares her personal journey of misdiagnosis, failed quick fixes, and finally discovering that blood sugar balance changes everything. Ashley shares:

• Her hopeful testimonial story and what she did to "lose her PCOS diagnosis."

• Why PCOS is more than "just a hormone disorder"—and how insulin resistance drives much of the imbalance.

• Why some researchers call Alzheimer's "type 3 diabetes," and what that really means.

• How early warning signs like skin tags and darkened patches can show up years before a diagnosis.

• The reality that blood sugar issues can simmer silently for a decade or more before being labeled diabetes.

• Practical, joy-filled strategies: pairing carbs with protein, food + mood journaling, hydration hacks, and short-term CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor) experiments to see what works for your bio-individual body.

• CLEAN FATS make healthy hormones! (ALL natural fats are healthy - they need to be unadulterated and from clean sources.)

This episode isn't about restriction. It's about freedom—learning how simple, everyday choices restore balance, resilience, and joy.

Want to go deeper? Continue your journey with these complimentary episodes::

• Episode 46: Wellness 101 – A Common Sense Start

• Episode 28: Blood Sugar 101 — a deeper dive into the basics of glucose, insulin, and cravings.

• Episode 53: Dr. Lindsey Berkson - Hormones, Libido, and Longevity

Connect with Ashley:

• Instagram: @magicandwellness

• Website: magicandwellness.com

• Blood Sugar Bootcamp https://l.bttr.to/sEVmp

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