The Healthy View

Pooping is a feminist issue—just ask Michelle! We’re taught to be seen and not smelled, and holding it in can cause a whole lotta problems. So many people out there are constipated and they don’t even know it! So the big question is, how often are you getting in your #2s? It’s time to start talking about what’s going on in the pipes, paying attention to your poop, and how to help it happen on the daily.

It seems like every day there’s a new headline about what to avoid in our food, and then one the next day saying the opposite! What’s the truth with the latest focus on lectins? We talk about what lectins are, whether the campaign to avoid them is sound advice or a marketing ploy, and the best way to handle them in your diet. If you’re stressed about the lectin-free craze, this episode will give you a breather!

We’ve been making strides in the conversation about mental health, but conventional wisdom is still heavily focused on the physical aspects and prescribing medications. We’ve invited Naturopathic Doctor Christina Bjordnal to talk about treating mental illness more holistically. She shares her story of how she regained her mental wellness, her method of getting to the root by focusing on three of the body’s macrosystems, and how she teaches patients to manage their thoughts so they’re not at the mercy of their mind.

We know, carb cycling sounds like a new boutique fitness class, but it’s actually a food timing technique used among athletes to boost their performance. Is there any truth to it, and should regular folks include it in their regimen? In this episode, we explain what carb cycling actually is, talk about the merits of carbs, and Michelle’s great breakfast experiment!

It’s the most wonderful time of year! Or is it? November is supposed to be a thankful time, but we know it tends to be more stressful instead—the family, the parties, the desserts! This episode is all about finding joy during Thanksgiving so you can actually get into the attitude of gratitude rather than dread. From staying organized as a host to surrendering to the chaos, we have some great tips for you to survive the holiday season.

CBD is everywhere these days. You can get skincare infused with the oil, CBD lattes at your coffee shop, and tinctures at the gas station. But is it good for everyone with every condition? And is everyone who’s using it just walking around stoned? We talk to Tammi Sweet, herbalist and founder of the Heartstone Center for Earth Essentials, to help clear up all our confusion about what CBD actually is, how it works in the body, and proper dosing. She also talks about the commodification of this healing plant in our country, who it’s best suited for, and how to figure out if the bottle you got at the mall is total junk. 

Healthy candy — trick or treat? Listen up, sugar! On this episode, the hosts share their views on candy and if there are any healthy versions out there, their favorite alternatives that kids actually enjoy, and the perks of making your own tasty Halloween treats. Plus, Michelle shares her favorite “mom trick” for getting her kids to give away some of their seasonal sugar stash.

The seasons are a-changing and that can only mean one thing. It’s time for your flu shot!—or is it? The hosts discuss this controversial topic on today’s show and their views for and against the annual vaccine, what other healthy habits you should have to keep your immune system strong year round, and a few considerations to keep in mind before making the decision for yourself. Will you be getting it this year?

“I know it… wait a minute… it’s just on the tip of my tongue!” How many times have you said that in conversation? Brain fog is a real issue for a lot of us these days, as is memory loss and mental illness. Our devices and all their notifications don’t help, either. So what can we do to stay sharp? In this episode, we chat about the difference between sleep and rest, how foods can affect your brain, and the signs, symptoms, and risk factors that can impact your brain health.

Habits—hard to break and sometimes even harder to make! But we want the good ones in our lives, whether that’s daily yoga, a nightly skincare routine, date night with your boo, or any other routine that makes you feel great. The hosts share their habits, how they’ve positively impacted their lives, and how to start a new one the right way so it actually sticks!