In this episode, Dr. Stephanie chats with Justine Stenger about her expertise in Cellular Health and Cell Membrane Medicine.  Justine shares her health journey from being an Elite Athlete and then being exposed to a moldy environment, getting ill, which lit a fire in her to learn everything she could to get and stay healthy.  Now she uses food as medicine and concentrates on her health from a cellular level.  They share their favourite supplements and dive into their thoughts on veganism.  If you want to start thinking more deeply about your body and build your health for the long game, then this episode is for you.

A little more about Justine - Justine Stenger received her B.Ed from the University of Alberta in Physical education and Human Ecology/Nutrition. She proceeded to pursue a Holistic Nutrition/Therapeutic Chef certification from Bauman College. Justine has
completed her Functional Medicine training through the Institute for Functional
Medicine and is a Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach, certified through
the Institute For Functional Medicine.
Justine is a trained Bredesen (RECODE) practitioner and specializes in cell
membrane medicine, and works primarily with patients who suffer with
neurological conditions, mast cell activation syndrome, Lyme disease, and
autoimmune disease.
Justine has worked beside Dr. Bruce Hoffman for the past 10 years and has
supported hundreds of Dr. Hoffman’s chronic, complex illness patients
nutritionally.
Credentials:
University Of Alberta - Nutrition & Physical Education, IFM – Functional
Medicine Trained, IFM -Bredesen Practitioner, The dr.Com -Certified Gluten
Practitioner, Bauman College - Holistic Nutrition & Certified Therapeutic Chef,
Institute For Functional Medicine - Certified Health Coach, Certified Holistic Chef.

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Summary:

• Food, health, and ethics with a flexible approach. 0:00
• Food healing and ethical sourcing with Northern Raised founder. 1:20
• Meat production and its impact on animal health and quality. 6:28
• Sustainable and ethical farming practices. 10:18
• Sustainable food sources and nutrition. 15:30
• Personalized nutrition and conscious consumption. 23:36
• Sustainable food production and its impact on the environment. 28:16

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THE VAGUS NERVE.  It is one of the hottest topics being discussed everywhere.  In this episode, Dr. Stephanie does a deep dive on what it is, why she named her clinic after it, how it is connected within the body, tips and tricks to know if it is functioning well and also ways to stimulate it to receive the benefits.
This is a must listen and save for later episode as the information she provides is priceless.

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Dr. Stephanie interviews Dr. Chris George and Dr. Emilea Finley of Apogee Wellness.  Both come from an elite athletic background until they found themselves injured and seeking answers that made sense to them.  Throughout this episode, both Dr. Chris and Dr. Emilea share their personal stories which led them to meet some incredible mentors and then finding their true passion in areas like: Bio-Systems Integration, Quantum Neurology, Acupuncture, and Neuro-Emotional Technique and more.
They even describe some easy do it yourself tips on how to activate your Vagus Nerve.

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In this episode, Dr. Stephanie interviews John Tarantino the Co-Founder and CEO of Blue Phoenix, and Mariana the Co-Founder & Chief Medical Officer of Blue Phoenix. They break down the variety of treatments offered and the benefits and some personal results they have achieved receiving their own treatments.  This episode is for you if you want to take your health to the next level.

Blue Phoenix is a wellness company focused on holistic health care. They offer advanced treatments such as umbilical cord-derived stem cells and peptides, which they complement with functional and integrative medicine services. They are dedicated to helping each patient reach peak health.

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Blue Phoenix IG: @bluephoenixstemcells
John Tarantino IG: @johnstarantino
Mariana Jaramillo IG: @dra.marianajaramillo
Website: www.bluephoenixstemcells.com

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In this episode, Dr. Stephanie interviews Ryan Blaser of Test My Home and dig deep into what with in your home could be harming you and your family's health.  From mold, to chemicals and off gassing, to water and EMFs - they cover it all.   
This episode provides valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to ensure their homes are not creating an unhealthy environment. 

A little more about Ryan:
Ryan Blaser is the accomplished Founder and CEO of Test My Home, an environmental company dedicated to improving people's health and wellbeing.  Ryan uses his expertise in building biology and healthy home consulting to identify and address toxic sources that could be impacting your health.

Ryan's extensive educational background in electrical engineering, environmental toxicology, and electromagnetic radiation, combined with years of experience in industries such as mold remediation, construction, and nuclear waste cleanup, has given him a deep understanding of the relationship between humans and their built environment.

What makes Ryan stand out is his genuine care for people and his commitment to finding real solutions. Whether you are seeking answers or simply peace of mind, Test My Home is the perfect solution. Ryan's expertise will change your life.

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In this episode, Dr. Stephanie shares her personal health journey from infancy to adulthood, revealing how her experiences have shaped her approach to healing and understanding of the how the body works. 
Dr. Stephanie explains how she struggled with chronic health issues as a child, leading her to explore different approaches to healing. She shares how she became interested in how all the pieces of the puzzle were fitting together which lead to her interest in Functional Medicine.
She emphasizes the importance of treating the whole person, rather than just addressing symptoms and therefore lives by the quote, "Finding the root cause".
Throughout the episode, Dr. Stephanie provides an abundance of knowledge that links symptoms we feel as child are all signs pointing to our bodies needing assistance and how if untreated can lead to other factors as adults.
This episode provides valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to improve their health.  Make sure to follow the "What Happens in Vagus" podcast to learn more.

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Introducing the What Happens in Vagus Podcast with host Dr. Stephanie Canestraro.
Dr. Stephanie Canestraro is the Founder and Owner of the Vagus Clinic, a virtual Functional Medicine Clinic specializing in the Vagus Nerve and healing the gut first.
Dr. Stephanie Canestraro has worked and perfected her art of getting to the root cause by treating Athletes, Actors and many more to bring their performance to a peek level.
Listen in as Dr. Stephanie shares about her journey, interviews other experts and really dives into Functional Medicine that will leave you wanting more. 

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Tune in to the first ever episode of the What Happens in Vagus Podcast.  Dr. Stephanie shares her personal story of her health journey and what led her to finding out she had Lyme Disease in 2021.
She describes this scary and eye opening journey and shares her symptoms and misdiagnosis throughout the years.
You also get a sneak peak into what you can expect in future episodes. Overall hot health topics like the Vagus Nerve and healing your gut will be a common thread throughout each episode.

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