The Roots & Fruits Podcast

By Josee Bosgra

Let's be honest, we all have symptoms that leaving us feeling: meh, bleh and yuck.

We are puffier than we desire, more anxious, have poor financial health, lack satisfaction, are losing muscle mass. ... more

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The podcast currently has 26 episodes available.

The Roots & Fruits Podcast episodes:

September 01, 2025 When Mold Lives in Your Sinuses with Dr. Donald Dennis
Dr. Donald Dennis MD, FACS, has dedicated his life to uncovering the root causes of chronic illness and guiding people back to vibrant health.
As a board-certified Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) surgeon with over 45 years of experience in the medical field, he is extremely knowledgeable and has treated over 36,000 patients.
In addition to his clinical practice, he is the founder of Micro Balance Health Products, a company dedicated to developing natural solutions for mold-related health issues.
With a unique blend of medical expertise, practical strategies, and innovation, he empowers individuals to take control of their health rather than just manage symptoms.
In this episode, Dr. Dennis breaks down the ways mold can colonize in your body, and how he helps people heal.
Where the conversation went:
2:10 - People weren't getting better
4:55 - How Dr. Dennis helps the 20%
6:45 - Candida & mold connection
9:15 - Sinus colonization
14:00 - Resistance in the medical world
15:00 - Mold testing for indoor air
16:35 - "You can't get better when you're in it"
19:52 - Is your brain worth it?
20:40 - Microbalance Test Plates
21:00 - TODAY'S EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY MICRO BALANCE HEALTH PRODUCTS!! ⁠Fight spores in your life with their all-natural cleaning products!⁠ AND use my code ROOTSANDFRUITS at checkout to save!
23:55 - Optimal humidity levels
24:45 - Fiberglass in ductwork
30:00 - Move over, bleach!
32:00 - Fogging with EC3
35:45 - Consider your moldy car!
37:03 - Finding more with a mold dog
39:24 - Optimal ranges for air quality tests
41:04 - Testimonials from Dr. Dennis
45:00 - Is your stuff worth your brain?
46:01 - EC3 laundry additive
Fight spores in your life with their all-natural cleaning products!⁠ use code ROOTSANDFRUITS to save!
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49min
July 18, 2025 THE MOLD FILES 2/4: Become Your Own Mold Inspector with Andrew Melrose
After seeing how mold is affecting people's homes and health over and over, Andrew Melrose has become passionate about educating the public on how to inspect their home for mold and save thousands of dollars.
His resourceful and no non-sense approach to remediation paired with his faith-filled approach to coaching people through the decisions that need to be made in a moldy situation are needed in this world!
Tune in and glean from Andrew's wisdom on the topic.

Where the conversation went:
2:15 Andrew's story
4:55 Gaps in conventional restoration work
6:30 Liabilities in the building world
7:34 The microbiology of mold
9:07 Bridging gaps in the mold industry
11:56 How much is too much?
18:29 Use your eyes first!
20:20 ERMI testing for identifying mold
21:04 Why air samples can waste your money
23:07 The body is the best test

24:57 TODAY'S EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY MICRO BALANCE HEALTH PRODUCTS
Click here to shop non-toxic cleaning products to help fight the spores in your life
Use my code ROOTSANDFRUITS at checkout to save!

26:42 Alive or dead - does it matter?
30:44 Prioritizing action points
35:00 Tossing contaminated belongings
39:28 The emotional toll of mold journeys
41:11 Applying faith to the hardships of mold
45:15 Final words of wisdom & first steps

Andrew's YouTube channel
Melrose Mold Solutions
Andrew's Instagram
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COMING UP IN AUGUST!!!
Episode 3 (August 2025) When Mold Lives in Your Sinuses with Dr. Donald Dennis
Episode 4 (August 2025) All about Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome with Mark Volmer R.Ac, FMP

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51min
July 04, 2025 THE MOLD FILES 1/4 | Our Mold Journey: Raw & Unfiltered
Everyone knows that mold is toxic, but did you know how prevalent it is in our homes? This hidden culprit is making people sick, and the lack of education around how to prevent it, how to deal with it, and how to heal your body is a gap we are trying to fill in this 4 part mini-series brought to you by Micro Balance Health Products.

In today's episode, Josee shares her family's real and raw story of how this past year has held an isolating and heavy journey of mold sickness, fleeing a toxic home, and rebuilding a healthy home.
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Stay tuned for part 2 in just a couple weeks 👀
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51min
June 30, 2025 22: Emotional Toxicity: Negative Self-Talk, Unresolved Trauma & more with Leanna Santangelo
Toxins are everywhere, and while we've really emphasized environmental issues, we cannot forget the environment that starts in the mind.
In today's episode, Registered Psychologist Leanna Santangelo reminds us to care for our hearts and minds, and watch the physical benefits flow.
We cover nervous system, negativity, stored trauma, social media, and more!
To book with Leanna, please visit: https://leannasantangelocounselling.janeapp.com/
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1h 2min
April 08, 2025 21: Castor Oil, Clean Water & Low-Tox Living with Steph Coulson
One of our season two sponsors, Holistic Goddess, was founded by Steph Coulson after her own journey to a low-lox lifestyle. In today's episode, we dive into her personal experience transitioning to natural products, and why she thinks castor oil, clean menstrual products, and clean water are 3 MUST HAVES for anyone moving toward a toxin-aware lifestyle.
To shop Holistic Goddess, use my code ROOTSANDFRUITS at checkout to save. SO helpful on their Castor Oil products & Sante Via water filters!

You can follow Holistic Goddess here & Steph's personal IG here.
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37min
February 08, 2025 20: Love Your Liver! It does 500 things PER SECOND! With Cris Robinson
Today we’re pleased to have Nutritional Consultant and part-owner of Purple Carrot Health Foods & Wellness inc. Cris Robinson - ON HER BIRTHDAY!
Cris has been practicing for 17 years and has seen sooo many people heal by supporting the liver.
The liver is the HEAVIEST organ in the body, and as we learn today, it performs 500-600 functions PER SECOND! Take a listen to our introductory episode on how and why to support your liver and why it may be at the root of your health concerns.

WHERE THE CONVO WENT:
1:40 - Cris’ passion!
4:35 - the gut microbiome and liver connection
6:00 - it’s not just alcohol!!!!
7:47 - hormone imbalance and the liver
10:33 - stress and liver toxicity
12:49 - bile flow 101
16:22 - do you need a liver cleanse?
18:50 - easy ways to support the liver
21:30 - fasting for liver rejuvenation
25:11 - waking up between 1-3 AM? your liver needs help!
27:10 - blood sugar and the liver

Follow Cris & Purple Carrot @purplecarrotlethbridge on Instagram!
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31min
December 22, 2024 Adaptability, Sustainability & A Very Merry Christmas
What's up Roots & Fruits Community!
I'm so grateful you're here.
Today I wanted to share why being attuned to our bodies FOR TODAY is the most important key to sustaining long-term, whole person health.
Tune in to hear more.
Christmas Recipes: https://ca.pinterest.com/rootsandfruitswellness/christmas-food/
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17min
December 06, 2024 19: The Parasite Q & A - Part 1
In today's episode we are joined by Josee and alllll your questions from Instagram!
Hear about Josee's experience on the Cellcore protocol and learn more about the popular topic of parasites.

⁠PARASITE QUESIONNAIRE⁠
⁠CELLCORE PRODUCTS⁠ (Josee's code is: xY5w4VIm )
⁠PAPAYA SEED PASTE RECIPE⁠
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26min
November 28, 2024 18: Are Toxins Hiding Behind Your Walls? with Michael Rubino
Mold is everywhere. And if it's behind your walls? It's in the air you breathe every day. With teeny tiny particles that can get through the smallest of spaces and cling to a lot of materials, once mold becomes a problem in your home it's important to take the appropriate steps to deal with it.
But there are problems with the way mold is dealt with today, like anything, it's often viewed as a problem in need of a band-aid, not an overhaul. And it could not be further from the truth.
In today's insightful episode, air quality advocate Michael Rubino shares the ins and outs of how mold grows, what to do about it, and the power of removing it from the home.
Founder ofhttps://www.homecleanse.com/, author of thehttps://www.amazon.ca/Mold-Medic-Experts-Guide-Removal/dp/B08KQV77X2, and restoration expert, Michael offers cutting edge insights to this toxic issue affecting many people's health in sneaky ways.
Where the conversation went:
2:03 Michael’s Journey
11:20 Bleach marketing
12:01 The Importance of Air Quality
18:58 Construction issues
22:44 Wisdom for testing your home
41:45 Rapid Fire Q&A
1:00 Connecting with Michael’s Content
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1h 3min
November 14, 2024 17: The Neurodivergence & Toxicity Connection with Dr. Hillary Dinning
We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Hillary Dinning, a naturopathic doctor specializing in children's care and expert in neurodivergence.
Dr. Hillary brings passion, presence and peace into whole-person wellness. With a compassionate approach and a deep understanding of root-cause healing, Dr. Hillary has empowered countless individuals and families to live into the fullness of life... including our family!
We are so grateful for her care, her voice, and her willingness to share that with you all.
⁠Dr. Hillary’s Website⁠
⁠Dr. Hillary’s Instagram⁠

Where the Conversation Went:
1:50 Dr. Hillary’s journey
4:40 Focusing in on the neurodivergence puzzle
7:04 How toxicity is contributing to neuroinflammation
9:58 Increasing numbers in the world of neurodivergence
13:42 Heavy metals, elimination issues & genetic factors
17:25 Glyphosate & the gut-brain connection
19:22 Clinical observations
24:00 Building community for the journey
26:12 Stress can be toxic
Dr. Anderson Youtube Channel
Dr. Sonia Doherty

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32min

FAQs about The Roots & Fruits Podcast:

How many episodes does The Roots & Fruits Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 26 episodes available.